August First Friday @ DesignBox: [pro•duce]

Arts, Events

[produce][pro•duce] by deneé black

Opening FIRST FRIDAY Aug 5, 2011, 7p–10p and open through Aug 31, 2011. Open on weekdays 11a–6p & Saturdays 11a–6p

[pro•duce]

  1. to bring into existence; create
  2. to bear, as young, fruit, etc.
  3. to present; exhibit

Denee’s work captures each moment with stark, bold saturation. This particular show was entirely created from observations at the State Farmer’s Market.

When walking through the buildings, I am captured by the piles of colorful fruits and vegetables: purple eggplants, green apples, yellow peppers, orange tomatoes. In striking contrast to the organic shapes of the produce are the organized rows and stacks of boxes and baskets flagged with brightly-colored handwritten signs. People are buzzing from vendor to vendor among these sculptural forms. These sights, shapes, colors and energies at the farmers market are what inspired me to produce this series.

Stunning in their simplicity with an added touch of urban grit, Denee’s visions of produce are a feast for the eyes.

visit Denee’s site

Also featuring The ProduceBox, a local CSA with beautiful boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables for sale that night

and welcoming new shop brands:

  • Slippin Southern, wood handcut southernisms
  • Mill & Bird, handcrafted leather bags

curated by Erin Conigliaro and Beth Khalifa

MORE INFO

COMING UP

  • September 2: David Rose – curated by Beth Khalifa
  • September 15-18: SPARKcon -supported by many Designboxers

BACKGROUND

Designbox is Raleigh’s connection to creative culture, where independent creative professionals work, where emerging art is showcased, AND where fun, design-oriented products can be found in the new Designbox Shop.

Designbox is dedicated to promoting the expression of creativity through thoughtful collaboration as well as a gallery and shop. It is home to a number of creative professionals, many of whom have been nominated and won national honors in their respective fields. Designbox is responsible in part for nationally recognized events such as SparkCon, Kirby Derby Day, Xtreme Suburban Endurance Events and helping the City of Raleigh redevelop City Plaza.

Designbox is located in the warehouse district of downtown Raleigh at 323 W. Martin Street (between Harrington and Dawson streets). Raleigh Denim is next door, CAM is 2 doors away and Humble Pie shares a parking lot. Hours are weekdays from 10am to 6pm, and on most First Fridays from 7pm-10pm and Saturdays 11 am-4pm.

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