ARtshow: AliceHopKiNs

   I've never seen Rohs St Cafe so packed.. everyroom, even the Big one, so much so that it was difficult to maneuver within.. all gathered for their scrumptuous coffee and community, but more for the Open Mic and Open Art Night, with Alice Hopkins as the main Featured Artist.  The space is warm and inviting with old wood paneling and large windows, connected to a church.  A nonprofit, free event, organized by a different fellow Daap associate, Lindsey Nelson,
whom organized the evening and provided space for others' to hang artwork and teamed up with Alice, also a DAAP associate and dear friend of mine, to hang her 2-d pieces for viewing while visitors absorb tunes from the stage in the other room.  The audience was mostly cliche college campus coffee shop goers, and I mean that in the most neutral and observant way, whom appreciate the arts and hanging out amidst the chill setting.

                                           http://alicefitchhopkins.tumblr.com/

   Alice's body of work was simple, yet effectively intriguing, well thought out, and well executed.  She had an underlying concept that kept the pieces consistent but each piece managed to stand on its own.  Her skill at mark making and wonky figure interpretations as her trademark were well established.  I am familiar with her style and methods of art-making, but regardless, was taken aback by the unexpected form her work adopted for the show.  It was new and inventive in the media and presentation for her, and I was impressed.  Furthermore, she KilLed an open mic performance with her band mate of 'the Better of their Blunders', being the amazing vocalist she is AsWell. tHReaT!
To show at this venue, One would need to contact Lindsey Nelson, or talk to one of the charming barista's about whom to speak to with inquiries. They are a casual and accepting outlet for art and community and I think that many could qualify to display artwork at Rohs St Cafe.
http://www.rohsstreetcafe.com/
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