I GEN ART BENEFIT A SUCCESS

Artist will.i.am attends 'Worlds on Fire' Grammy-nominated artists exhibition More than 70 emerging artists participated in Gen Art's 15th Anniversary "I Heart Gen Art Benefit" at the sprawling 25,000 sq ft 7W venue on June 24th. The artists, many alumni of Gen Art's visual arts program donated their works to Gen Art to sell off and utilize the proceeds to raise funds for the organization. Over 30 of the pieces sold at the event including a piece by graffiti artist Claw Money which was purchased by Gen Art alumni design wiz Zac Posen. The remaining 40 pieces will be made available via the Gen Art store on Ebay.


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I ♥ Gen Art: 15th Anniversary Benefit

Wednesday, June 24
7:00pm - 8:00pm: Preview for VIP ticketed guests
8:00pm - 11:00pm: General Admission

7 West
7 West 34th Street, 11th Floor
(Near 5th Avenue)

With music from DJ Rage Johnson and DJ Pazel


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Honorary Chairpersons
Zac Posen, Adrian Grenier, Nick Cannon, Georgina Chapman, William H. Macy,
Adrien Brody
, Rebecca Taylor, John Leguizamo, and Alan Cumming

Invite you to the I ♥ Gen Art: 15th Anniversary Benefit.

In this difficult economic time, with decreased support from corporate America, Gen Art is looking to its loyal supporters of the past 15 years as well as new friends to help it to celebrate its successes and to come together to support the organization in its time of need.

This event, and the raising of proceeds in connection with it, is critical to Gen Art's survival.

I ♥ Gen Art: 15th Anniversary Benefit will feature an exhibition of the works of over 60 of today's most exciting artists working in mixed mediums who either are Gen Art alumni artists or have been affiliated with or supportive of Gen Art programming over the years. Ranging from emerging to world-renown, the artwork will be exhibited and available for sale with prices ranging from $150 - $5,000.

There will also be a fashion silent auction from brands ranging from Nicole Farhi, Seven for All Markind, and Nautica, to alumni designers including Milly, Rafe, and FORM.

All proceeds from the evening will benefit the Gen Art Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. Certain tickets provide for tax-deductible donation as part of the price.

Recent Benefit Press
Variety covers the Benefit
WWD on Gen Art designers
The Huffington Post on the economic effects
Fox Business tells the story of Gen Art
Biz Bash on our sponsors & partners
DerekLovesShopping video interview about Gen Art
 
  
We look forward to you joining us to show some Gen Art love on this very special and important occassion.

Attire: Downtown Cocktail

Complimentary beverages courtesy of Campari Aperitif Liqueur, SKYY Vodka, Cabo Wabo Tequila, Flor de Cana Rum, Cutty Sark Scotch Whisky, Magic Hat and AriZona Beverages.

Must be 21 or older to Attend

TicketsClick here (non-members click on link at bottom of landing page) or call 212-255-7300 weekdays 10am-6pm.

Host Committee


Josh Abramson
Trina Albus
Caroline Babson
Kim Bates
Danielle Chang
Ellen Chang
Austin Chick
Steve Clark
Greg Clayman
Sarah Currie
Michael Dare
Martin Dawson
Adam Devine
Wendy Diamond
Jamison Ernest
Kendi Epley
Cary Fukunaga
Raj George
Rachel Goldstein
Liliana Greenfield-Sanders
Nick Griffin
Allison Hodge
Gordan Hull
Maggie Jones
Dina Kaplan
Sumako Kawai
Nicole Kotovos
Jared Kushner
Genevieve Labean
Holly Lang
Mark Lieberman
Alison Lindland
Greg Link
Victor Medina-San Andrés
Stephen Muller
Craig Phillips
Juliette Powell
Lisa Raden
Hilary Rowland
Julie Ruvolo
Peg Samuel
Nina Sarin
Peter Shapiro
Levi Shapiro
Ally Sheedy
Rachel Sheedy
Susan Shin
Joel Smernoff
Shoshanna Gruss
Emma Snowdon-Jones
Michael Sokolow
Leily Soleimani
Peter Som
Charles Sommer
Myriam Soto
Shane Steele
Jennifer Talbott
Matthew Thomas
Meg Thompson
Lee Trink
Christopher Trump-Retchin
Sara Vicendese
Neil Vogel
Aric Webb
Paul M. Weiner
Alexandra Wilkis Wilson
Emily Ziff
Gillian Zoe Segal

Art Advisory Board


Paul D. Miller aka DJ Spooky
Julie Ragolia
Miss Rosen
Kris Lewis
Sloan Fine Art (New York)
Sebastien Agneesssens
Andrew Hosner, Thinkspace Gallery (Los Angeles)
Aliya Naumoff
Joshua Liner Gallery (New York)


Additional Support Provided By:
       
       
     

Special Thanks:
 
   
  

I ♥ Gen Art: 15th Ann. Benefit

Wednesday, June 24, 2009
07:00PM

7 West 34th Street
New York, NY
Zac Posen, Adrian Grenier & the other Honorary Chairs invite you to the I ♥ Gen Art Benefit which will feature an exhibition of works by over 60 artists working who have been part of Gen Art's artistic family over the past 15 years.

Ticket Pricing

 "VIP Pre-Reception" includes Art Preview and open bar and hors d’oeuvres from 7:00-8:00pm in VIP Room.

* TICKETS ARE NOW ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR:
(CASH OR CREDIT CARD ACCEPTED)

General Admission (Starting at 8pm)
$100 / ticket

VIP Tickets
*** SOLD OUT ***

Supporter VIP Package ($500)
- 2 VIP Tickets
- Access to VIP Pre-Reception, plus VIP room access
- One limited edition print by artist Anne Faith Nicholls
- Premium gift bag
- $250 tax deduction

Patron VIP Package ($1000)
- 2 VIP Tickets
- One -year Associate Producer Gen Art Membership
- Access to VIP Pre-Reception, plus VIP room access
- One limited edition print by artist Anne Faith Nicholls
- Premium gift bag
- $600 tax deduction

Sponsor VIP Package ($2500)
- 2 VIP Tickets
- One-year Executive Producer Gen Art Membership
- Access to VIP Pre-Reception, plus VIP room access
- Recognition on materials as a “Sponsor”
- One limited edition print by artist Anne Faith Nicholls
- Premium gift bag
- $1,000 tax deduction

Benefactor Circle VIP Package ($10,000)
- 2 VIP Tickets
- Lifetime Executive Producer level Gen Art Membership
- Access to VIP Pre-Reception, plus VIP room access
- Recognition on materials: “Benefactor Circle Member”
- One limited edition print by artist Anne Faith Nicholls
- Premium gift bag
- $7,000 tax deduction

* TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE AT DOOR NOW.  SEE ABOVE WHAT IS AVAILABLE.

* For $2500 or Higher VIP Packages only, can still call 212-255-7300 x202.

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