The 39th Street Gallery Presents ‘Thirst’ an Installation by J.J. McCracken Curated by Claire Huschle

By Editorial Team on January 2, 2012
JJ Mccracken 39th street gallery Gateway arts district washington DC art galleries
Image courtesy of J.J. McCracken.

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JJ Mccraken 39th street gallery Gateway arts district washington DC art galleries  | OPENING |

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Opening Reception: Saturday, January 7, 5:30pm to 8pm

Thirst is a response to McCracken’s two-person performance Thirst, and the Martyr. Both works draw attention to access to resources, asking viewers to consider scarcity and abundance, both locally and globally. Where the performance allowed for a passive reception, however, Thirst places performative responsibility on the audience. Viewers are required to keep their attention fixed upon their senses, movement, and personal space. In this light, the installation invokes experiences both familiar and foreign.”
—Claire Huschle, Curator

There will be an artist talk Thursday, February 16, at 7 pm.

Gallery hours:

  • Thursdays & Fridays 7-9 pm
  • Saturdays 12-4 pm
  • and by appointment (301-864-3860, x3)

The exhibition runs January 7 through February 18, 2012

39th Street Gallery is located at Gateway Arts Center 3901 Rhode Island Avenue, Brentwood, MD.  Visit them online at www.39thStreetGallery.com

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