Above : Deb Mell

2/4/10

Pierro Downtown and the First of "First Thursday's"

DESCRIPTION: 1st Event, Time: 7PM

Thursday, February 4, 7 p.m. film screening of Boris Gavrilovic’s “My Life as an Underdog.”

My Life as an Underdog tells a story about Suzanne Muldowney, her art and her dream. Spanning over a course of seven years this film follows one strangely fascinating person’s struggle to overcome her disability and find the true meaning of life. Terrified by the possibility that she would die in anonymity she takes her costumes, dance and ideas on the road.

Her story lends perspective to the unlimited potential in people of differing abilities and ultimately tells a tale about the resilience of the human spirit. Intimate interviews with Suzanne and people who know her, her performances and childhood memories are woven into a tapestry that creates a frank, open and honest portrait of a real person.

LOCATION:THE PIERRO GALLERY is located in the Baird Center, 5 Mead St., South Orange, NJ. For additional information please call the gallery directly at (973) 378.7754 Ext. 3. 

DESCRIPTION: 2nd Event, Time 8PM

Thursday, February 4, 8 p.m. Special Opening Reception for artist, Deb Mell.

Deb Mell, resident of Maplewood, "I’ve always enjoyed the process -- almost as much as the creation itself. Finding the physical aspects of the construction are as important as the creative ones. It's why I often make my own paper, and use wood rather than canvas. Like my grandfather, I too am a collector of 'things', transforming them into my own, personal mythologies."

It is also the first monthly Art Nite Out being held with various businesses in the downtown area. This month, all those attending this film screening are invited to a special opening reception immediately following at Mia Cose Bella, where artist Deb Mell is being featured in Pierro Downtown. Beverages, Snacks and Special discounts will be offered.

LOCATION: MIA COSE BELLA is just a short walk from the Baird Center, 8 West South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ.  Contact us for more information.

Contact Pierro Gallery or Mia Cose Bella