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Creative.nyc

Creative.nyc exists to cultivate a community of redemptive artists in New York City.

Creative.nyc exists to cultivate a community of redemptive artists in New York City. We desire the fame and deeds of God to be seen and known through the arts.

New York serves as a home for artists across mediums and styles, and Church of the City hopes to reflect that deep well of creativity in our city. Whether you consider yourself an artist, want to explore new avenues of creativity, or have an appreciation for the arts, we want to invite you to join us at creative.nyc 

CREATIVE COMMONS

Wednesdays | 11am | 417 W. 57th

Join the creative community for a weekly coffee meet up every Wednesday at 11am at 417 W 57th St. 

FEATURING

GENERATIONS GALLERY | MARCH 26 - APRIL 6


The "GENERATIONS" artist commission is a multi-disciplinary group exhibition based an ancient text in the book of Psalms. Psalm 145:3-5, "Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts. They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty—and I will meditate on your wonderful works."

The Gallery is located at 417 W. 57 street and is free and open to the public during the following times:

  • March 27th 1-6pm

  • March 28th 1-6pm

  • March 29th 1-4pm

  • March 30th 1-6pm

  • March 31st 1-6pm

  • April 1st 1-6pm

  • April 2nd 1-6pm

  • April 3rd 1-4pm

  • April 4th 1-6pm

  • April 5th 1-4pm

  • April 6th 1-6pm

On Thursday, March 26th, ten new works will debut with live presentations and performances from:

  • Diego Best

  • Alexa Cummins

  • Doyina Eyam-Ozung

  • Jonathan Flores

  • Catherine Gould

  • Laura Hu

  • Dakota Wayne Jessen

  • Jeehee Kang

  • Katelynn Leora Meyer

  • Josh Tiessen

The presentation and distribution of this work is meant to be a gift, invitation, and impetus for wonder and contemplation for the city of New York. All are welcome in to witness the work on display.

Church of the City New York is in pursuit of the church becoming a patron of the arts once again. New York City is full of artists of all mediums and disciplines and Church of the City longs to reflect that deep well of creativity in our city. The work on display has been funded and supported by Church of the City New York.

Throughout Scripture, the story of God unfolds from one generation to the next. What He's done is told from father to son, mother to daughter. The lineage of Jesus can be followed all the way back to David, Jacob, Isaac, and Abraham. Today, the family of God has expanded so that lineage and genealogy is not simply based on bloodline, but the adoption of people from every tribe, nation, and tongue through the sacrifice of the Son.

From seed, to sprout, to tree, to fruit, passing down life and legacy is apparent even in nature.

We see importance of passing stories to the next generation all throughout Scripture. Psalm 102:18 says, "Let this be written for a future generation, that a people not yet created may praise the Lord," and Joel 1:3 commands us, "Tell it to your children, and let your children tell it to their children, and their children to the next generation.

COMING UP

  • April 27th:   'Overflow' | Generations Project Artist Salon 

  • May 21st: Artist Taste & See 

  • October 16 & 17:   Creative Conference in NYC - Register HERE!

COMMISSIONS

“TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH” COMMISSIONS

The “To the Ends of the Earth” debuted a multi-disciplinary group exhibition of eight new, commissioned works from artists within Church of the City.


The presentation and distribution of this work is meant to be a gift, invitation, and impetus for wonder and contemplation for the city of New York. The work draws from the concepts and ideas found in the book of Acts, but lean into the 'faithful improvisation' of the moment we live in, or, 'the fifth act'.

This collection of work was on display in a gallery experience from September 4-16. You can learn more about their journey from beginning to end below.

COME & SEE COMMISSIONS

As part of the Living the Liturgy giving campaign, Church of the City has committed to commissioning artists to create new work to lift eyes to the maker of heaven and earth. This Summer, ten artists were selected for the "Come & See Commission". Each artist created around the 'I Am' Statements of Jesus, and throughout the Summer, they participated in a cohort to discuss the book of John, pray, and share their artistic process with one another. 

This collection of work was on display in a gallery experience from September 6-16. You can learn more about their journey from beginning to end through our first mini documentary here.

Create

No matter the medium, we welcome you to create. Creative.nyc hosts monthly meetings, that can look very different.

Salons: Cultivated spaces for artists to create around a specific theme, share work with the community, and engage in thoughtful conversation.

Sessions: Spaces for artists in our community to teach on a specific medium and invite others into engaging with it through practical application.

Taste & See Experiences: Evenings focused on communion between artists over a meal and commissioned performances from members of our community.

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Here to Support

Creative.nyc exists to serve as a resource to artists around the city. We want to commission artists to create beautiful things that will display the beautiful King that we worship. If you are interested in these resources, please reach out to us at creative.nyc.