Mural Completed at The Whale Building, Brooklyn NY

Honored to be one of four artists chosen to create a mural at The Whale Building in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, in exchage for a year long studio was a dream come true. It is my first mural of this size, luckily it is an interior wall, due to it being winter in NY. It took about two weeks to complete, more of a painting then a graphic mural.

I fully enjoyed every minute of the painting process, in fact, I am going back to touch up the seahorse I added recently. I could work on it for the full year, oh what a painting it would be! But, I need to utilize the studio to create more paintings for an eventual show. Vistis are welcome! email me @ callie@callieart.com to set it up.

Below are photos of the mural, "infinate flow", on the second floor, and my studio, on the sixth floor at portal warehousing.

Thank you for your visit.

Cheers, Callie

The Whale Building, on the Brooklyn Harbor

The Whale Building, home of my artist studio starting in November 2024. "A 500,000-square-foot, seven-story building that dates back to 1918. The former torpedo assembly line later housed the Whale Oil Company's headquarters, which called the spot home in the middle of the 20th century. It was built by E.W. Bliss Company in 1918. It is adjacent to the Brooklyn Army Terminal on the Brooklyn waterfront."

On my floor was the American artist, Hunt Slonem, he had been in the building since 2015. Thanks to him we have one gigantic bathroom with shower on the floor, along with a co-ed bathroom, introduced after he left. He once occupied the entire 6th floor! https://www.newyorksocial-diary.com/hunt-slonem-bigger-is-better/

Our group of four female artists and the men of The Whale Building.

New Art Studio in Brooklyn!

After three months at Chashama Studio in Brooklyn Army Terminal, I’m excited to announce that I’ve moved to The Whale Building, where I’ll be creating a mural on an interior wall in exchange for a year-long studio space! The 600-square-foot studio is incredible, with sweeping views of Gowanus Bay and Bush Terminal Piers Park. The only challenge? The space faces south, so the sunlight is incredibly intense throughout the day. I have a new appreciation for just how strong southern light is.

The last two weeks have seen me hauling my paintings five blocks between the two buildings with a hand truck, no small feat! Both studios are located near Industry City, with windows on the north side of the building overlooking the historic Bush Terminal Piers Park. This park is part of the legacy of Irving Bush, who built Brooklyn’s largest and most extensive dock system in 1902, creating a fully integrated manufacturing and warehouse complex for both rail and water transport.

Back in the new studio, I requested a ladder to check out the top of the walls for hanging my work, and in came a 15-foot ladder. Now, at 5’4”, maneuvering this ladder was a bit of a challenge — especially with the risk of knocking out the overhead lights. But so far, all good!

Here are some photos of the space as it stands.

Mural project is not underway yet, photos to come.

Thank you for stopping by.

Cheers, Callie

Chashama Open Studios at Brooklyn Army Terminal! Oct. 19 & 20, 2024 (2 -6 pm)

I will be opening my studio to visitors this weekend, along with all the other artists on the 4th floor of Brooklyn Army Terminal, Building B. All welcome! Lots of new work to be seen.

A lot is happening at BAT this weekend, so parking on street only (ferry parking closed). Or, take the R train to 59th Street and walk on down to the water. It is by the ferry terminals, so you can also get there on a ferry from Wall Street and other stops.

Come on by! Cheers, Callie

Callie Art included in Mystry Mart art machine at Brooklyn Museum!

I am very excited to be part of the Brooklyn Museum's 200th year anniversary after all! My art will be for sale in the gift shop, as part of the Mystry Mart art machine. Come check it out! I will be there thru Jan. 2025. It open on Oct. 5th, which includes a day of mad art fun!

Inclusion in the Gowanus Dredgers Member Art Exhibit!

I am thrilled to be included in the Gowanus Dredgers Member Art Exhibit, I will be showing three of my upcycled mannequins. The show runs Oct. 5th - 26th, and I will be there on the 26th (1-5pm), come on by! At 165 2nd St Brooklyn, NY 11231

"Ahoy! The Gowanus Dredgers Boathouse is proud to present a group exhibition featuring artwork by members of the Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club. Presented as part of Gowanus Open Studios 2024, the exhibit includes sculpture, photography, painting, drawing, and collage that showcase the breadth of creativity and craftsmanship among the Dredgers’ members."

Sea Body i, ii & iii (Acrylic on plastic mannequin)

Makerspark, Staten Island. Public art now on display for all to come visit!

The Maker Space NYC artist residency is completed, Makerpark, Staten Island, is now home to artwork created during the Maker Space artist residency. Six artists participated in the residency, their final pieces created in metal, cloth, clay and steel are now public art for all to view. To get to Maker Park, take the FREE ferry to St. George Terminal in Staten Island. From the terminal, take the train (only have one line) two stops to STAPLETON. Walk a half block towards the water, make a right and they are down 2 blocks at the corner of Thompson & Front Streets.

The history of Makerpark:

"In 2013, a vacant lot on Front Street was transformed into what we now know as Maker Park. Created by the founders of MakerSpace NYC, DB Lampman, and Scott Van Campen, this area was once filled with abandoned vehicles, trash, and debris. With the help of many community partners, Maker Park is now a vibrant venue for public events and art installations. Visitors can explore the sculpture garden daily, participate in community events, and enjoy outdoor classes. The view of the harbor and the breeze off the water add to the park’s charm. Come and experience the artistic heartbeat of Staten Island."

Maker Radio station calls the park it's home as well, celebrating seven years! It holds events all summer long in the park.

Below the Storm on view:

Thank you for stopping by. Cheers! Callie