Installation 816: A Dialogue in an Urban Flux Space April 18, 2008

Installation 816: A Dialogue in an Urban Flux Space
April 18 – May 24, 2008, public opening reception 4-9 pm on April 18
FREE PARKING FOR OPENING IN GARAGE
View works that will be installed at 816 Congress (by artists Barbara Strasen, Kathryn Henneman, and Vasa Mihich) alongside work from emerging Austin artists – Michelle Mayer, William Hundley, Sean Ripple, and Michelle Brandt in the transitional, or ‘urban flux’ space on a stripped 10,402 square foot unit on the 15th floor. Installation 816 will attempt to create a dialogue on how growth and development are shaping our downtown. Also on view will be renderings for the 816 Congress renovation and art installation. Open for public viewing weekdays 7 am – 5 pm and weekends 12 am – 5 pm. Curated by Christina Hiett.

A Discussion with Barbara Strasen, Kathryn Henneman, and Installation 816 Artists
April 19, 2008 at 1 pm
Join artist Barbara Strasen, Kathryn Henneman, and other Installation 816 artists for a discussion about their work, their process, and the larger topic of art for urban spaces. Gain personal insight into the works in Installation 816: A Dialogue in an Urban Flux Space on the 15th floor of 816 Congress Ave. Tours of Austin Museum of Art and the Arthouse at Jones Center to follow.