Atelier FAS

Please join aPA this Saturday 1PM-3PM in our gallery for an exiting panel discussion on The Repatriation of Cultural Objects, presented in conjunction with the current exhibition Homecoming: The Journey of a Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw Na̱ʼwiti House Post. ~ Hope to see you there ~

🎤 THIS WEEKEND: Don't miss our panel discussion on the return of cultural objects and changing approaches toward the stewardship of Indigenous collections in the 21st century: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-repatriation-of-cultural-objects-a-panel-discussion-tickets-1981859572331

The Repatriation of Cultural Objects
Saturday, May 9 | 1 PM
Atelier Gallery (Philadelphia, PA)
🔗 Free with registration - see link above ↑

Panelists:
• Juanita Johnston – Executive Director, U'mista Cultural Society
• Kelly McHugh – Head of Conservation, Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian
• Lavina Li – Conservator, Canadian Museum of History
• Brian Carpenter – Curator of Indigenous Materials, American Philosophical Society

Moderated by Laura Griffith, Deputy Director, Association for Public Art. This discussion is part of the Association's exhibition and repatriation of a Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw house post, which will return to British Columbia in June.

After more than a century abroad and nearly 50 years in Philadelphia, a 1,000-plus-pound First Nations house post is finally headed home The 176-year-old wooden artifact has travelled from British Columbia, to New York, to Germany, to Philadelphia’s Penn’s Landing. It’s on view for one last time.

Please Join us TOMORROW Nov. 21 from 5-8pm at Atelier Art Gallery for a special opening night of Slapstik Skateboards: bad drawings for a good cause by artist Shawn Beeks. The complete archive of original skateboard pressings will be for sale with money being donated to the legal defense of human rights.

This exhibition is a part of Fall of Freedom, a nationwide platform of art events happening this weekend, united by a call for the freedom of expression in the face of rising authoritarian forces.

Public opening Nov. 21 - Dec. 5 by appointment.

We’ll miss him dearly, but are grateful and lucky to have the wonderful as a colleague for the past 10 years.

Get • Thank you everyone .fas for providing a dynamic, challenging and nurturing work environment the last 10 years. It was an enriching experience in every way!

Get • Trash Bash is officially in 2 weeks at .fas!!
We are delighted to share a few Trash Boutique items that will be available in our art auction this year. All Trash Boutique works are made 100% out materials found in the waste stream here at RAIR.

1. Dollhouse Storage, 2025
dollhouse furniture and glue
18.5’’ x 15.25’’ x 2.75’’

2. Doormat/Charms, 2025
cut tires, steel, dice, knick knacks, beads, glue
21.5’’ x 25.5’’ x 2.75’’

3. Zebra Dog (RIP thylacine), 2025
ceramic dog and paint
22’’ x 11’’ x 18’’

4. Row Home Dollhouse, 2025
dollhouse and glue
18.5’’ x 13.5’’ x 2.75’’

5. WTF/SOS, 2025
wood and glue
29.5’’ x 33.5’’ x 2.75’’

Donating, purchasing Trash Bash artwork, tickets, sponsorships, or swag directly supports RAIR staff and Artists in Residence program throughout the year. Your contribution will allow us to continue to make space for art and sustainability even in times where funding has been scarce. Relying on our community for support these days is more important than ever and we are endlessly grateful to our RAIR family for continuously showing up in so many ways.

To purchase tickets, a donation, or sponsorship to this years Trash Bash please follow the link in our bio!!💚💚💚

LOOK HERE | The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage An exhibition spotlights the creativity of artists practicing with the Center for Creative Works (CCW), a regional Philadelphia studio focused on professional development and representation of neurodiverse artists. The Hurford Center and CCW collaborate on an exhibition, curated by Jennifer Gilbert....

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Two months ago we got invited to the to check out their playroom and provide some feedback on some updates they we were interested in. We were surprised and honored when they then asked us to redesign the whole thing! This was truly an incredible collaboration from start to finish - the Fitler Club is so dedicated to their families and we really wanted to give them a playroom that allowed for thoughtful play and community building, much like our own space. We were able to take to the design all the wisdom we’ve collected over the years - what toys spark imagination, how kids move around a room, how different spaces within the space invite connection and conversation… we felt totally in our element!

We are so grateful for the wonderful team at Fitler for trusting our vision, saying yes to all our ideas and being such accommodating and warm hosts and helpers. We also want to send so much love and thanks to our incredible staff for holding down the fort while we worked over at the Club, for her impeccable eye and design on our graphics, and .fas muscle and patience while we said “a little to left” 100 times. It was the most time we’ve had to be away from Kith + Kin and it was a great lesson in trust and that yes, we can outsource, and yes, things will still run smoothly. We may be behind on some emails and to-do’s but we are so glad we were able to take this project on and stretch the limits of our imaginations and creativity!

**We are so honored to host this next show. Please join us at the Gallery! **

To Be Continued…
The Ongoing Legacy of UArts Faculty and Alumni

Atelier Art Gallery
1301 N 31st St Suite 2, Philadelphia, PA 19121

On view from Saturday, June 7 - Saturday, June 28, 2025
Gallery will be open Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays 1-6 pm

Atelier Art Gallery is proud to present, To Be Continued…, a group exhibition celebrating the legacy of the University of the Arts (UArts) Fine Arts and Foundation/Core Programs. Curated by former UArts faculty members Lauren Whearty and Laura Frazure, the exhibition will open with a reception on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm marking one year since the university’s sudden closure announcement.

This exhibition is a testament to the resilience, creativity, and lasting influence of the UArts community. Featuring almost 75 artists, including 35 former full-time and part-time faculty members from the Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Crafts, and CORE foundational studies programs, the show highlights the deep artistic lineage and mentorship that have shaped generations of artists. Each participating faculty member was invited to select a former student, reinforcing the multigenerational connections that defined the UArts experience.

Spanning approximately 60 out of 150 years of UArts history, this exhibition showcases how its faculty and alumni have influenced artistic movements and visual culture at the local, regional, and international levels. More than a reflection on the past, this event serves as a celebration of artistic mentorship and a rallying call for the future of creative education.

Philadelphia’s identity is deeply intertwined with its artistic legacy, from the Avenue of the Arts to its world-class museums and artist-run spaces. As art schools and higher education institutions continue to face challenges, this exhibition seeks to cultivate community while advocating for the importance of high-quality arts education. The need for creative learning—where young artists develop critical thinking skills, material knowledge, and forge new pathways for the future—remains as vital as ever.

Participating Artists include:

Faculty:

Eugene Baguskas, Charles Browning, Mark Campbell, Charles Cooper, Pap Souleye Fall, Julianna Foster, Laura Frazure, Rebecca Gilbert, Michael Grothusen, Jeanne Jaffe, David Kettner, MiKyoung Lee, Niles Lewandowski, James Makins, Rod McCormick, Don Miller, Larry Mitnick, Carol Moore, Eileen Neff, Gerald Nichols, Barry Parker, Diane Pepe, Mary Phelan, Leo Robinson, Rebecca Saylor Sack, Karen Saler, Warren Seelig, Lori Spencer, Marcelino Stuhmer, Patty Smith, Mike Rossman, Susan Viguers, Lauren Whearty

Alumni:

Nancy Agati, Katie Baldwin, Joan Clare Brown, Tori Canning, Michael Carter, Macy Chadwick,Jessica Cumberbatch, Prince de Leon, Zeinab Diomande, Kelly Dzioba, Taralynn Gilligan, Sherif Habashi, David Idowu, Olivia Jia, Sarena Johnson, Alexander Medlin II, Feyisara Olalowo, Lo Parks, Martin Peeves (Eric Abaka), Colin Pezzano, Gage Ramos, Liz Ramos, Liv Schaffer, Logan Smith, Heather Steen, Lily Wise, Lucas O. Woelk “LOW”, Jessica Zawadowicz

We are pleased to announce a significant milestone for Atelier FAS: the acquisition of Transcon International, Inc., a distinguished New York City art services and storage company with an impressive 50-year legacy.

This strategic union, which includes Transcon’s expansive 120,000 sq. ft. facility in the South Bronx, strengthens our position as a premier provider of fine art solutions. It enhances our ability to deliver unparalleled storage, logistics, and fabrication services to our valued clients. We are excited about this development, as it expands our presence in NYC and allows us to grow our shuttle services to better meet our clients' needs.

Stay tuned for updates on our expanded services as we embark on this transformative chapter together.

We had a wonderful visit from the talented artist . Make sure to read her fantastic full post below.

Special thanks to .mu.kelly

Posted • had the absolute best time touring .fas’ facilities & office today! massive thanks to Sarah K. & the entire Atelier team for taking the time to share the company’s history (2nd gen family owned, started by a local Philly artist, most employees are artists themselves), future expansion plans, range of storage options & packing services, fabrication shop, viewing room & gallery, & more. Both the tour and conversation were definitely a highlight of this month and the perfect closing to it.

this year i’m keenly focused on shoring up the foundations of both the business & operations aspects of being a working artist with a studio to manage. storage and outsourcing certain labor intensive tasks that i’m physically unable to manage on my own due to disability are a large part of that and challenges i’ve been seeking viable and affordable solutions to over the last year.

i’ve worked with Atelier off and on for various projects since 2021, and am always impressed with how they operate; investing in storage and utilizing more of their services just feels like an aligned fit as well as a cost structure that is accessible and will be sustainable for my studio’s operational budget.

anyway, just wanted to be transparent & share insights into a growing aspect of my experience as a working artist in case it’s helpful to another. it’s not one of the fun, glamorous, easy, or flashier parts, but it has quickly become an essential need and challenge to tackle.

here’s to growth and to more necessary, helpful resources and services for artists becoming more widely accessible and available. thank you Atelier for leading the way 🫡

Join us this weekend for the closing reception of A-Sides. It is the three person exhibition of sculptures, paintings, drawings and animation by local artists Ali Tori, Abel Dolby and Tad Sare.

Closing Reception: Saturday, October 26th, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Atelier Art Gallery
1301 N 31st St Suite 2, Philadelphia, PA 19121