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Alumni Art Show Thursday Aug 3rd 6pm to 8pm

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A&D Alumni show

Alumni Art Show Thursday Aug 3rd 6pm to 8pm


The High School of Art and Design
is pleased to bring together a collection of works spanning nearly five decades of lineage. Everyone in this exhibition is connected to the school’s rich 80+ year history of art making, rigor and experience.

The pieces in this show come from a diverse group of artists, who clearly have remained dedicated having left the temporary guidance offered at the school. Life post-high school can take many forms for a budding artist just leaving the nest, entering the world to become whatever life has in store. Others choose a more academic path, beginning fresh new careers in veterinary science, biomedicine, education or finance. Our graduates hold enormous potential, regardless of interest, talent or ambitions. They are not only great artists, but great thinkers.

Alumni are connected in very specific ways, just by virtue of coming from the same family. What may not be obvious is that some of the artists continue into their professional careers with the media they come to love in school. They dabble in watercolor and go on to become master watercolorists. They learn the basics of cartooning and go on to light up comics in a big way. This is particularly heartening to see that an impact so profound continues well into many years of professional art making.

The High School of Art and Design would like to thank the Alumni Association and President George Alonso for their continued support of our school’s mission and for embracing the rich history created here every day.

The Artists

Javier Agredo
Andrew Allen
Janine Anfuso-Ferranti
Anna Bida
Max Bounan
Élan Cadiz
Joan Chiverton (Pels)
Frieda Christofides
Clare Eunbi Cho
Janice Edelman-Lee
Paul David Elsen
Neil Feigeles
Kreg Franco
Susan Greenstein
Melissa Guachun
James Harrington
Dionisios Kavvadias
Pearl Lau
Rosa Loveszy
Deja Martyr
Darryl Moore
Ricky Mujica
Anna Niklova
Luis Recio
Devon Rodriguez
Anthony Rosado
Alec Turner
John Varriano
Richard Veloso

This show is dedicated to
Michael Cheverino,
beloved teacher and alumnus of the High School of Art & Design, class of 1971.

The Cheverino Family has asked that all donations be made to the Alumni Association in Michael’s name. If you would like to make a donation, please CLICK HERE, and in the comment box write “In memory of Michael J.Cheverino”.

In memory of Michael Cheverino

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Michael-CheverinoOn behalf of the Art & Design Alumni Association, we are sorry to inform you of the passing of one of our alumni. Michael Cheverino, beloved HS of Art & Design teacher and former President of the A&D Alumni Association, and alumnus of the Class of 1971. 

Not only was Michael Cheverino a dedicated and caring teacher, he was also very involved with Art & Design’s Alumni Association. He was the organization’s Vice President from early 1992 through October 2008, when he became its President. He graciously offered his classroom for our meetings until we were able to secure a room of our own. Michael also encouraged his students to participate in our alumni events — often as hosts. It was a great way to inspire them to follow in our footsteps. I’ve known Michael, and worked with him, for a more than two decades. He was truly one of a kind and will be dearly missed.

Yvonne Fitzner, former Alumni Association President
(June 1990 – June 2007)

Michael J. Cheverino’s viewing and funeral arrangements.

Viewing Saturday and Sunday
July 22 & 23, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Moore Funeral Home
54 West Jamaica Ave. Valley Stream, NY 11580

For directions and questions please call the funeral home 516-825-0036

Funeral on Monday
July 24, 2017 at 9:30 a.m.

Holy Name of Mary
80 South Grove Street Valley Stream, NY 11580

The Cheverino Family has asked that all donations be made to the Alumni Association in Michael’s name. If you would like to make a donation, please click here and in the comment box write
“In memory of Michael J.Cheverino”.

Please note that your receipt may not reflect “In memory of Michael J.Cheverino”, but it will show up in our records.

Open Call for A&D Alumni Artwork For Kenny Gallery Show August 3rd - September 20th

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Open call for A&D Alumni Artwork:
The High School of Art & Design is curating a show, to run August 3 – September 20 in the Kenny Gallery.

To be included, please submit all images (maximum of 2 works) in JPEG format, along with:

Title:
Year:
Medium:
Dimensions:

Please send this information to John Brinegar at jbrinegar@schools.nyc.gov
ASAP

You still have time to submit.
To be determined by a number of responses
The Alum show will run Aug 3rd – Sep 20th.
The artwork drop off week will be July 24-28.

Opening reception for Alumni only and their guests on Aug 3rd from 6-8pm.

On Sept 14th we will have a closing reception which will include the students and alumni together.

Class of 2007 Reunion Cruise: Aug 26th, 2017

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Class of 2007 Reunion Cruise Aug. 26th. 2017

Class of 2007 reunion is extending their invitation to fellow Alumni and friends. Questions can be directed to the organizers Ronald Adomako and Brandon Duffman, Click Here! Time to get your payments in is now. Follow the link below. https://www.paypal.me/ad2007/75  Additional Contact information is on the flyer.

 

Date: Saturday, August 26th, 2017
Event Program Best time to arrive : 11:00pm
Boarding: 11:30-11:50pm
Departure: 12:00 midnight sharp!
Sailing : 12:00 midnight – 3:00am
Return/Dock: 3:00am-3:30am
Where: Pier # 6 2 200 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011
Graduates and Guests may RSVP: Age restriction: 21 and over only

Please note this is not an Alumni Association-sponsored event but we are helping to get the word out. Graciously the Class of 2007 has extended their invitation to all class years, sounds like fun.

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Please join the High School of Art & Design Alumni Association's (A&DAA) annual Toy Drive and Holiday Party

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You are cordially invited HS of Art & Design Alumni Association’s Annual Holiday Toy Drive for The Coalition for the Homeless.

Please join the High School of Art & Design Alumni Association’s (A&DAA) annual Toy Drive and Holiday Party for the Coalition for the Homeless. The A&DAA will be collecting new toys for children on behalf of the Coalition for the Homeless from November 30th to December 15th. Please bring your new and unwrapped toys to the holiday event. With your help, we can make this holiday season brighter for thousands of homeless girls and boys.

Date: December 15, 2016
Time: 6:00-9:00 PM
Location:
SMITHFIELD HALL
138 West 25th Street New York NY 10001

 

The Alumni Association will be collecting on behalf of The Coalition new, unwrapped toys for children living in New York City homeless shelters.
With your help, we can make this holiday season brighter for thousands of homeless girls and boys!

 

Admission is free.
Appetizers will be provided.
Happy hour special until 8pm
Cash bar open all night
Please RSVP:
RSVP on Eventbrite

All toys should be unwrapped see list.
Coalitionforthehomeless.org PDF

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Welcome the Nominees for The 2016 Alumni Board of Directors

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We are pleased to introduce to you the nominees for The 2016 Art and Design Alumni Association Board of Directors

Click here for Nominees bios

  • Ronald Adomako ’07
  • Gail Allouf ’69
  • George Alonso ’80
  • Frieda Christofides ’77 (A&D FRESHMAN PARENT 2016)
  • Myrna Fung Perez ’80
  • Michael Kawochka ’89
  • Lai Ling ’01
  • Cindy Rodriguez ’15
  • Juan Rodriguez ’92
  • Ed Velandria ’80

Update: Art and Design Alumni Association Board of Directors Election

Nominations for the Art and Design Alumni Association Board of Directors closed at midnight on Thursday, April 21st. Our board has 11 open seats.  At the close of nominations, only 10 nominees sent in their information and are current paid members of the association. This leaves one open seat and no need for a formal online election. All 10 candidates have been approved by our Nominating Committee, Co-Chaired by Rosemarie Traina-Moreno ’75 and Joel Gomez ’80.

At our next General session meeting, Thursday, May 5th, 6:30 p.m., at the High School of Art and Design, all 10 nominees will be voted into office. Our secretary will then call for nominations from the floor to fill the vacant seat. The vote for the vacant seat will take place at the June General session meeting, Thursday, June 2nd, 6:30 p.m., at the High School of Art and Design. All alumni whose paid memberships are current are invited to attend and cast their vote.

Draw-a-thon 2.0-- The Wrap-Up

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The Draw-a-thon 2.0 version was a huge success! Over 460 participants, this event drew 91 middle school students and their parents who had opportunity to see what the high school of art and design has to offer the new incoming students. Great fun and we look forward to the spring installment.

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Alumni Association President Ed Valendria surrounded by draw-a-thon models.


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Harlequin, Woverine and “Death”.

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Draw-a-thon 2.0 sponsors.

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Draw-a-thon attendees’ work (left: Sharon Jenkins, upper right: Devon Rodriquez)

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Lt Photo: Alumni Association President Ed Valendria with “The Alien Creature,” Rt Photo: Woverine and illustration teacher Richard Weinstein.

 

 

 

Help A&D Alumni Association – Participating in Macy’s “Shop For A Cause”

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The Art and Design Alumni Association
is Partnering with Macy’s for 3 days
Friday, August 26th through Sunday, August 28th
to Help Raise Funds for Our Cause!

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The Magic of Giving is back! Join us in participating in Macy’s 11th   annual “Shop For A Cause” charity shopping event, from Friday, August 26th through Sunday, August 28th. Macy’s has provided the Art and Design Alumni Association with savings passes to sell to our supporters for $5 each. Your donation gets you great savings at any Macy’s store – just in time for Back to School – while helping us raise funds for our cause!

By purchasing a savings pass from the Alumni Association, contributors support our mission of funding scholarships, student activities and the after-school Drama Club at the High School of Art and Design, while enjoying a day of spectacular discounts, entertainment and special events at Macy’s. Passholders will receive special discounts on most regular, sale and clearance purchases all day, and have the opportunity’ to win a $500 Macy’s gift card.

How to make a donation?
Purchase the amount of coupons by clicking “Buy Now” button below.  Once your donation is process your online receipt will contain a link for your coupon download. Reminder:   Download and print one coupon per every $5 donation.  For example: $10 = 2 shopping passes, $15 = 3 shopping passes, $20 = 4 shopping passes, etc..

Save 25% all day August 26 – August 28, 2016 with your Macy’s Savings Pass.





 Bring this savings pass to any Macy’s store and Save 25% all day on regular, sale & clearance items, including home
— even save on most brands usually excluded! 
Save 10% on electrics/electronics, watches, furniture, mattresses, and rugs/floor coverings*

Happy Shopping!

Don’t forget to Enter For Your Chance To
WIN A $5OO MACY’S GIFT CARD