ARTWALK NY 2024: Art and Advocacy for a Cause
ARTWALK NY returns in 2024 to shine a spotlight on art’s power to drive change, bringing together hundreds of artists, philanthropists, and compassionate New Yorkers to address one of the city’s most pressing crises—homelessness. Presented by Max Mara, this year’s event will be held at Chelsea Factory on Monday, October 21st, and will once again celebrate the role of the “artist-as-activist”, raising both awareness and funds to support the lifesaving work of the Coalition for the Homeless.
ARTWALK NY 2024 will feature works from over 60 renowned and emerging artists, bringing together the world of art and philanthropy for an exciting evening of creativity and compassion. Both a silent and live auction will give attendees the chance to own extraordinary works while supporting an important cause. This year, the event will honor celebrated artist Katherine Bradford as the Artist Honoree and Aileen Agopian as the Philanthropic Honoree.
For more information on ARTWALK NY 2024, contact 212-776-2119 or email artwalkny@cfthomeless.org. Website.
Take Home A Nude 2024: Celebrating the Artistic Tradition of the Nude
Also on October 21st, the New York Academy of Art will host its highly anticipated Take Home a Nude gala and benefit auction at Sotheby’s. This celebrated event has honored art’s most traditional—and controversial—subject, the nude, for over two decades. It is known for attracting top-tier artists, art collectors, and cultural enthusiasts, all gathering to support the Academy’s dedication to rigorous formal training.
While the focus remains on the nude as a subject, this year’s auction will also offer works in a variety of styles and subjects, contributed by current and former Academy students as well as renowned artists like Ryan McGinness, Philip Pearlstein, and Spencer Tunick. This year’s event will also honor Jane Dickson, a painter whose globally recognized work has been featured at The Whitney Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, MoMA, and the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery.
Head to Sotheby’s for an evening of art and celebration, and take home your very own piece from this diverse and inspiring collection.
Sarah Stein-Sapir’s Top Five Gallery Picks
For those looking to explore New York City’s vibrant gallery scene, Sarah Stein-Sapir, art advisor and collector, has shared her Top Five Gallery Picks. This curated selection highlights exciting exhibitions across some of the city’s finest contemporary galleries, showcasing both established and emerging artists.
1.Charles Moffett Gallery (431 Washington St)
Julia Jo: Torrent
September 6 – October 12
This exhibition features bold and dynamic works from Julia Jo, whose use of color and form brings a sense of energy and movement to her canvases.
2.Timothy Taylor Gallery (74 Leonard St)
Daniel Crews Chubb: Out of Chaos
September 6 – October 19
Chubb’s art delves into the interplay between order and disorder, creating textured, abstract pieces that push the boundaries of contemporary painting.
3.Almine Rech Gallery (361 Broadway)
Alexandre Lenoir: Between Dogs and Wolves
September 6 – October 19
Lenoir’s works blur the lines between human and animal, exploring themes of transformation, nature, and identity with striking compositions.
4.Mendes Wood Gallery (47 Walker St)
Lais Amaral: What Happens at the Seaside at Dawn?
September 6 – October 5
Amaral presents a dreamlike exhibition where the quiet beauty of seaside mornings is captured through soft, evocative scenes.
5.James Cohan Gallery (48, 52 Walker St, 2nd Fl)
The Superfluity of Things
September 6 – October 19
A group exhibition exploring the idea of excess, this show brings together multiple artists whose works reflect on consumerism, accumulation, and the overflow of objects in modern life.
This October, New York City is buzzing with incredible opportunities to engage with the art world—from attending high-profile benefit auctions to exploring cutting-edge gallery exhibitions. Whether you’re drawn to the humanitarian spirit of ARTWALK NY, the playful yet profound nature of Take Home A Nude, or the diverse artistic voices featured in Sarah Stein-Sapir’s gallery picks, this is a season where art, culture, and activism intertwine.
If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the vibrant New York art scene, these events and exhibitions are not to be missed!
