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Every Saturday we will post a selection of original artwork submitted by up-and-coming artists. Guidelines: - Submissions must be original works and the submitting artist must hold all rights to the…

To celebrate the sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary) of the purchase of the Audubon avian watercolors and the the release of Audubon’s Aviary: The Original Watercolors for “The Birds of America” illustrated book, a sweeping three-part exhibition showcases every masterwork in the collection of John James Audubon’s preparatory watercolor models for The Birds of America (1827–38). Part I will run March 8, 2013 - May 19, 2013.

Audubon’s Aviary at the New-York Historical Society has 200 exquisite watercolors depicting an extraordinary range birdlife.  Here you will find herons, owls, woodpeckers, ravens, rails, falcons, blue jays and their fellows, rendered with meticulous care and portrait-like grandeur. 

Kids can examine the works with the many magnifying glasses on hand in each room of the exhibit; even more exciting are the listening devices readily available (no extra charge).  Next to almost every bird depicted is a small number on the wall text that once keyed into the device, will play that bird’s specific call.  A birdwatcher’s delight. Closes May 19 – so hurry.  If you do miss it, this exhibition is Part 1 of 3 – so you’ll have a chance to see more next year.

The New York Historical Society also has a wonderful Children’s History Museum – a museum within a museum – that will delight all younger ages.

Join us for the opening reception of Peri Schwartz’ newest watercolors and drawings at Garvey Simon Art Access on May 16th!
On view from May 15th - June 15th, 2013 at Suite 207.