FriDGe ArT FAir NYC: now in LIC.: Dorfman Projects & Eric Ginsburg Pet Portraits: Angel Gotti: American Idol

NEW YORK - April 25, 2014 - PRLog -- April 19th, 2014

Press Contact:  press@fridgeartfair.com

Press Preview: Thursday, May 8, 4 - 6 PM

Dorfman Projects to Exhibit at Fridge Art Fair in LIC:

American Idol's Hunter Monroe to Perform at

Opening Gala: Thursday, May 8th, 6 - 9 PM

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Angel GOTTI'S FLIP FLOP BEACH PARTY!

My dog, Darwin was my dearest friend and most loving companion. It was through her unconditional love that I found my way. She taught me about the importance of friendship and love... When I am asked to paint a portrait of someone's pet, I know that person is a kindred spirit.

Eric Ginsburg, Artist and Fridge Art Fair Founding Director

Fridge Art Fair is pleased to announce the participation of, Dorfman Projects, a prominent gallery in Chelsea and the Hamptons, as an exhibitor in the Fair. After being displaced by the DOB closure of Angel Orensanz Center on March 31, Fridge will be presented at 5-25 46th Avenue in Long Island City, one of New York's most vibrant art studio districts, thanks to major sponsorship by Plaxall Inc.

"When I met Fred Dorfman of Dorfman projects, we immediately connected," said artist and fair founder Eric Ginsburg, who is well known for his soulful, painterly portraits of dogs and cats. "We both share a love for animals and truly value them. This is why ARF, The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons, commanded our attention and support. ARF provides shelter for homeless animals, keeping them safe and placing them in loving homes. Fred and I decided to team up and work together to help support their mission by donating portions of all proceeds for commissioned paintings to the fund to help them continue their amazing work."

Pet portraits are on display at Dorfman Projects at 529 West 20^th Street in Chelsea and on May 8th through May 11th at Fridge Art Fair, where pets are welcome and the artist will photograph them for their portraits. There will also be paintings of ARF's adopted pets on view. Please contact Eliza or Fred of Dorfman Projects to commission a portrait of your best friend: fred@dorfmanprojects.com, info@dorfmanprojects.com. *

Four-time "American Idol" finalist Hunter Monroe headlines the opening gala reception on Thursday May 8 at 6-9 pm at 5-25, 46th Street in Long Island City. Proceeds from the gala will benefit City Critters, Inc. Regular fair hours from are May 9-11 12 - 8 pm with special presentations throughout including a video night Friday May 9 curated by Jeanne Wilkinson, poetry readings, and the "Angel Gotti" Flip Flop Beach Party with free admission to those in beach gear!

Gala admission is $35 in advance and $40 at the door, with a portion of the proceeds donated to City Critters, Inc. General admission costs $10, $5.  All tickets may be used for re-admittance throughout the run of the Fair. Tickets may be purchased online; information is available via the fair website: fridgeartfair.com or by contacting info@fridgeartfair.com.