Stuhr/Bremen (ots) - Installation artist Fabrizio Plessi presents his newest video project nestled between antique philosophy and modern technology at the Intersolar 2012
Art and Renewable Energies - For the first time, the internationally renowned Italian video artist and artistic consultant to the fashion label Louis Vuitton, Fabrizio Plessi, has dared to address a topic bridging the gap between art and photovoltaics, placing these two apparent opposites in relation to each other. The unusual project - a large-sized video installation entitled MONUMENTA located in the temple ruins of the Sicilian city of Agrigento - connects the content of antique philosophy with the achievements of modern technology. To do this, Plessi has integrated nine monumental, accessible tower constructions made out of tuff into the antique ruins in the valley of temples from Agrigento in Sicily. In the towers, video installations can be seen, taking up the world view of the antique philosopher Empedocles and dealing with the forces of nature: fire, water, air and earth. The PV modules installed on the roof deliver electricity free of emissions and provide the work of art with an entirely new dimension. MONUMENTA can be seen until 5 November 2012 on the grounds of the "Archaeological and Landscape Park of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento" (Sicily). At Intersolar the artist will be presenting his innovative artistic approach to the global audience of specialists.
The video installations of Fabrizio Plessi illuminate the interiors of a row of monumental artistic towers. He was inspired by the antique Greek temples from the fifth century before Christ, in which he has integrated his work of art. In total, Plessi has set up nine temples - each one six metres high and two times three metres in horizontal outline. Their appearance refers to an antique sacrificial altar near the Temple of Zeus. The towers are spread out among the temples as if they had fallen from the heavens. Each individual tower is hollowed out and creates a space for emotional, digital video installations. In his installations, Plessi invokes the thoughts and theories of the antique Sicilian philosopher Empedocles, who is considered to have founded the concept of the four basic elements - water, air, fire and earth - which make up the world. From the outside, the elements look like solid stone colossi, as if they were parts of the ruins in the temple area. In the inside, they dissolve into primary elements, come alive, such as lava, rain, wind and thunderstorms.
Plessi's installation brings topics such as "Respect for the Environment" into clear focus and strives for a balance between man and nature in its presentation. His work of art in Sicily opens up a dialogue between the past and the future. By integrating his work into the great feats of constructions of antique civilization, he leads us to an entirely new complex of topics, ones never before discussed - the interplay between art and the modern world of renewable energies. Thanks to the support of SiG Solar, the energy for Plessi's digital installation is generated by one of the most modern photovoltaic plants and thus makes this video art possible, without polluting the environment in the least. Never before has an artist dared to close ranks between futuristic art and renewable energies. The photovoltaic modules from Sun Earth by SiG Solar are attached to the roof of the monoliths - only for the purpose of transforming the solar energy into virtual pictorial worlds.
Furthermore, the video installation was supported by the Art Gallery Contini, the Fondazione Roma-Mediterraneo and the Il Cigno GG Edizioni.
On the Intersolar trade fair, the artist Fabrizio Plessi will be presenting his newest project on Thursday, 14 June at 2:00 p.m. at the SiG Solar GmbH's fair stand: Stand 460, Hall A1. Why a photovoltaic specialist has sponsored an art project will be explained by both SiG Solar managing directors Jan-Christian Schrder and Alessandro Delladio. All those involved in the project will be available for individual interviews directly afterwards.
Fabrizio Plessi
Fabrizio Plessi was born in 1940 in the Emilia Romagna region of Northern Italy. After completing his studies at the Artistic Lyceum and at the Academy of Fine Arts in Venice, he has continued developing his artistic focus toward installations, film, video and performance since the end of the sixties. He became well-known thanks to his "Landmark Roma" installation at the documenta in Kassel, Germany in 1987. He is a pioneer in the world of video installations. His works are found in, among others, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in New York and in the Biennial Garden of Venice. Fabrizio Plessi has been closely cooperating with the internationally renowned fashion label Louis Vuitton on an artist level for five years.
SiG Solar Group
The SiG Solar Group is one of the leading German sales specialists for photovoltaic modules and, as a business group, combines under one roof a number of system solutions for the efficient use of renewable energies. In Europe, SiG Solar stands for the successful distribution of the brand Sun Earth and has over 20 years of experience doing business with Chinese products. Since 2004, the northern German company has been cooperating with the Chinese module manufacturer Sun Earth Solar Power. Since its foundation in 2004, SiG Solar has sold modules with a total output of more than 600 MW. SiG Solar brings together a diverse group of businesses. In addition to selling photovoltaic systems and relevant solar services - from building power plants to operating and maintain them - SiG Solar also offers services and products covering whole range of efficient energy usage, such as electro mobility, LED technology, storage media, intelligent house management systems or solar carport systems.
Pressekontakt:
Contact SiG Solar GmbH: Anne Koschade / Sonja Oelfke Ernst-Abbe-Strae 6, D-28816 Stuhr phone.: +49 (0)421 - 27 83 777 Email: a.koschade@sigsolar.de s.oelfke@sigsolar.de www.sigsolar.com Press Contact: Press Agency Krampitz Iris Krampitz / Lea Schmitz Dillenburger Strae 85, D-51105 Kln Phone.: +49 (0)221 - 91 24 99 49 Fax: +49 (0)221 - 91 24 99 48 Email: ls@pr-krampitz.de www.pr-krampitz.com
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Antique china rental business opens: Something borrowed, something vintage - Amity Observer
Antique china rental business opens: Something borrowed, something vintage
Written by Joan Lownds
Monday, 04 June 2012 07:00
You could say it’s been a slow boat to China for Lauren Kreter and Chris Hickey. The two partners in Something Borrowed Vintage, a china rental company, find their wares by visiting antiques dealers and estate sales throughout the tri-state region.
“It’s a very circuitous route,” said Chris Hickey, of their recently launched business, which has a showroom at 101 Wilton Town Green.
Something Borrowed Vintage provides mismatched china, linens, flatware, and serving pieces at events ranging from weddings to afternoon teas and even pig roasts.
During their pilgrimages in search of fine china, the two partners have accumulated “thousands” of pieces, ranging from “an 1890 bone china plate hand-painted with rosettes and tipped in gold leaf” to a vintage collection of Wedgwood, Lenox and Art Deco china, according to Ms. Kreter, a Wilton native. “It has been a painstaking effort,” she said.
Along with hand-painted plates, tea cups, sugar bowls and creamers, their collection also includes delicate two-handled consommé bowls and parfait dishes.
The business is one of only a few of its kind in the country. “We’ve heard there’s other vintage china rental companies in Los Angeles, Chicago and Texas,” said Ms. Kreter.
Despite the fact advertising has been mostly word of mouth among wedding planners and brides in the area, the company is thriving, according to Ms. Kreter. “It has been going very well,” she said.
Several weddings and a major event on Governor’s Island have already been booked for the summer, and Something Borrowed Vintage recently provided the china for the “Fork It Over” fund-raiser for the Westport Farmers Market.
Both Ms. Kreter and Mr. Hickey have experience in the restaurant field, including The Schoolhouse at Cannondale, where Ms. Kreter is the event planner.
It was here they got the idea for their business, when a prospective bride expressed a desire for mismatched vintage china at her wedding, and Ms. Kreter and Mr. Hickey attempted to accommodate her wishes. “We raided our friends’ and relatives china cabinets” and began their now habitual trips to antiques dealers and tag sales.
The wedding was a success, and the partners decided to make use of the stacks of china they had acquired — and launched their new business.
Ms. Kreter said brides often match their color schemes with the colors in the china. “For example, if there are gold tones in the dresses, they match it with gold in the china patterns,” she said.
As a graduate of cosmetology school, Ms. Kreter has an eye for color, she said.
What is the appeal of the vintage china?
“You may see a piece and flash back to a memory from growing up and having dinner at grandma’s house,” said Ms. Kreter. “It seems that we have come full circle ... Or, perhaps it just brings beauty to your eyes or events.”
Something Borrowed Vintage also “recycles everything,” Mr. Hickey said. “If a dish breaks, we even recycle that. We might make a picture frame out of the pieces, for example.”
Ms. Kreter and Mr. Hickey not only create the vintage table settings, but they deliver and pick up. “We wash the dishes, too,” said Ms. Kreter.
Information: someborrowedvintage.com, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or 203-434-2164.
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On a wet Monday why not take in a few area "Best Bets" - Times Herald-Record
ANTIQUE DAY — Bring your small antiques and collectibles for informal appraisals at Lloyd Historical Society's Antique Day, 7:30 p.m. in the Vineyard Commons Theater meeting room, 300 Vineyard Ave., Highland. Antique dealers Walter Marquez and Charles Glasner and collector Vivian Yess Wadlin conduct the appraisals. Free admission and refreshments. Call 255-7742.
ORGANIC ART — “This Green Earth: Watercolors, Botanicals and Landscape,” a new exhibit, is open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Duck Pond Gallery, Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St., Port Ewen. Enjoy watercolor paintings by Joanne Cuttler. Call 338-5580.
POETRY NIGHT — Kat Georges and Peter Cerlaftes are the featured poets at 8 p.m. at Wok'n'Roll Cafe, 52 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock. Hosted by poet Michael Platsky. An open mic follows the featured reading. Sign-up at 7:30 p.m. Email michaelplatsky@yahoo.com.
COLE BROS. CIRCUS OF THE STARS — 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., Orange County Fairgrounds, 100 Carpenter Ave., Town of Wallkill. Lions, tigers, llamas, elephants and other animals. Aerial ballet, motor show, human cannon ball, and more. $14-$25, $9-$20 in advance. Call for tickets, 888-332-5200.
COMING TOMORROW, TUESDAY
MAHJONG CLASS — 10 a.m.–noon, Jewish Community Center, 68 Stewart Ave., Newburgh. Beginner and advanced games, open to the public. Bring your own mahjong set if you have one. Free. Call 561-6602.
OPEN MIC NITE — 7-10 p.m., the Catamount Restaurant, the Emerson, 5340 Route 28, Mount Tremper. Join host Ben Rounds and take your shot at becoming the next Catskills Singing Sensation. No cover. Call 688-2444 or go to www.emersonresort.com.
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