Thursday, October 16, 6-8pm: Opening Rception, Edward Gorey at Society of Illustrators

The Society of Illustrators presents a new exhibition, Something Else Entirely: The Illustration Art of Edward Gorey, celebrating the centenary of the birth of artist and writer Edward Gorey (1925-2000). Known for his obsessively detailed pen and ink drawings, Edward Gorey published more than one hundred titles himself and illustrated hundreds of works by other authors in books and periodicals. Works by classic authors came alive when illuminated by Gorey’s art, and modern authors greeted the news that their work was to be illustrated by Gorey with enthusiasm. His distinctive drawing style illuminated a diverse range of projects, from The New York Timeseditorial page to innumerable children’s books, always maintaining his distinctive perspective and unique artistry. Above: Art from the Willowdale Handcart (1962): "At sunset they entered a tunnel in the Iron Hills and did not come out the other end."

This exhibition showcases more than 80 original illustrations curated from the archive of The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust, San Diego State University, and several noted private collections. This is the first exhibition devoted exclusively to Gorey’s art for publications outside his own written body of work. Most of these pieces have never been publicly exhibited before. Free/no RSVP

Save the date: November 5, 6:30-8:30pm: Special Edward Gorey-themed Sketch Night Info

Society of Illustrators, 128 East 63^rd Street, New York, NY Info

Wednesday, October 15, 6-7pm: Panel | The Art & Soul of Picture Book Illustration at The New School

An all-star lineup of notable children's book illustrators peels back the curtain on the process of creating art for illustrated works for kids. In this inspiring and visually interactive program, these artists impart real-world knowledge about bookmaking, writing and illustrating picture book narratives, working with authors, editors, and agents, getting your work noticed, and how to pave the road to publication. Join this informative and engaging program featuring Selina Alko, Nina Crews, Pat Cummings, Steven Savage to find out more about the business.  Moderated by Andrea Davis Pinkney, New School Writing for Children and Young Adults faculty, Scholastic publisher and author. Above: Art by Stephen Savage, from Moon Light

The New School for Social Research Auditorium, 66 West 12^th Street, FL1, New York, NY Info 

Friday, October 17-Sunday, October 18: Open House New York

Open House New York promotes broad, unparalleled access to the city—to the places, people, projects, systems, and ideas that define New York and its future.  The annual weekend festival unlocks doors to many places we can only imagine, which are generally off limits to the public. 

Open House New York programs unlock the places and stories behind the New York experience and investigate the city’s infrastructure and systems, both natural and constructed, to address aspects of equity and the climate crisis. OHNYs work aims to ensure every New Yorker can enjoy full access to the greatest city in the world. Offering an insider’s look at the forces that shape the city, OHNY promotes a deeper understanding of how the city functions and whom it serves. 

To plan your OHNY weekend, please go here

Friday, October 17-Saturday, October 18: EFA Open Studios

EFA welcomes the public to explore 80 artist studios, along with a host of arts programming and exhibitions, all located in the EFA building in Midtown Manhattan. This event offers a rare opportunity to witness the creative process up close and engage with a vibrant community of professional artists. EFAs internationally recognized members, each with established studio practices and career honors, will open their doors to showcase their most recent works. Additionally, the EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop will be open for special events and tours, providing firsthand experiences of the transformative power of art. Above: Master printer Jazmine Catasus printing with EFA member artist Melissa Joseph

In a nutshell:
Friday, October 17, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Professional Preview (by RSVP); 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Opening Night Registration encouraged

Saturday, October 18, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Panel Discussion: South Asian Womxn at EFA organized by SAWCC; 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Open Studios; 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Print Demo: Closer Look with Devin N. Morris

Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts, 323 West 39^th Street, FL3, New York, NY Info

Friday and Saturday, October 17 and 18: 315 Open Studis

Saturday, October 18,  Noon-6pm: LES Arts & Culture Open House

Join Cuchifritos Gallery’s Director for a guided tour of Labor Market, Jenny Polak’s exhibition about the hidden labor that keeps our world moving and the people too often overlooked in the process.

Visitors will encounter works created in collaboration with immigrant workers, formerly incarcerated people, and community advocates, highlighting urgent issues of work, migration, and care. The tour offers a chance to experience these stories up close and consider how art can spark new ways of thinking about justice, resilience, and community. Tours: 1pm and 2pm

Cuchifritos Gallery, 88 Essex Street, no 21 (inside Essex Market) Info: Website | Facebook | Instagram

Saturday, October 18-Sunday, October 18, Noon-6pm: Gowanus Open Studios

Multiple studios throughout Gowanus, between Park Slope and Carroll Gardens, near Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill, and adjacent to Red Hook will open their doors, giving the public a rare glimpse inside the former factories, warehouses, and studio buildings of this vibrant neighborhood. You can get to Gowanus Open Studios by foot, bike, bus, LIRR, car, subway and kayak. Start here to plan your visit

Whether you’re already an art lover, art-curious, or just looking for something different to do on a weekend, Gowanus Open Studios provides an exciting and intimate look into this booming creative neighborhood. Home to up-and-coming galleries, cultural centers, art fairs, hundreds of independent artists, and quirky community organizations, Gowanus is one of New York City’s premier arts and culture neighborhoods.  In addition to hundreds of individual art studios, visitors can also experience a variety of events happening within Gowanus Open Studios.

Gowanus Open Studios will feature venues and studios from Pacific St. to 19th St. and from Smith St. to 5th Ave. 10,000 printed maps will be distributed across the neighborhood to help visitors navigate the various locations. A digital map and directory of artists is available on artsgowanus.org.

Start here to plan your visit