603 Arts Studio Sessions: María-Elena Pombo, Matthew Li, and Andrius Alvarez-Backus

Join us for an inspiring visit to the Smack Mellon Residency in DUMBO! 🌆 Explore the studios of talented artists María-Elena Pombo, Matthew Li, and Andrius Alvarez-Backus, followed by refreshing drinks at Evil Twin Brewing nearby. 🍻

Meet the Artists:

• María-Elena Pombo: Known for her captivating installations, sculptures, and videos, María-Elena transforms earth-based materials into insightful explorations of territory, history, and the profound connections between people, places, and the environment. 🌍 She's an artist featured in MoMA PS1's Greater New York exhibition.

• Matthew Li: His work includes installations, video, sculpture, and mixed media that delve into how homes, cities, and public infrastructure shape our memories, sense of belonging, and connections in a rapidly globalizing world. 🏙️

• Andrius Alvarez-Backus: Through his sculptures, drawings, and paintings, Andrius turns everyday objects into poetic assemblages that explore themes of intimacy, memory, and desire, particularly through the lens of the queer Filipinx experience. 🌈

Learn more about the artists!