‘Combining Grace:’ a tribute to Gilda Radner – ‘No one should have to face Cancer alone’
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Group Exhibition: Curated by Jennifer Contini Enderby, Tehera Niyego and Natalie Meek
Contact: Jennifer Contini Enderby
(917) 903-6582
The charity exhibit will be held at Station Gallery, TriBeCa
73 Franklin Street between Broadway and Church, New York, NY
The opening reception on Thursday June 10th, 7-9pm, is free to the public with a suggested $40 donation at the door. All monetary donations and 40% of artwork proceeds will benefit Gilda’s Club of New York City (GCNYC) at www.gildasclubnyc.org .
'Combining Grace' is a group-art show consisting of contemporary female artists such as Sara Conca, Alix Martin, Genevieve White, Susan Olmetti, Chris Kalouche, Julie Staub, Aissata Pinto da Costa, Amber Maida, Michel Keck, Sonia Semone, Lisa Strazz, Kyte Valentini, Dawn Sweitzer, Maria Pavlovska, Carmen and Jennifer Contini Enderby.
‘While we have the gift of life, it seems to me that the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die; whether it is our spirit, our creativity or our glorious uniqueness’ -- Gilda Radner.
This collection of diverse artists demonstrates the balance between creativity, grace and femininity.
Their collective work inspires the viewer to feel empowered through mixed media, abstract paintings, photography and live-performance art music.
GCNYC was founded in 1995 in honor of Gilda Radner, the brilliant and beloved comedian for whom love, laughter and community were powerful medicines in her own battle with cancer.
For 15 years, GCNYC has offered a place where men, women, teens and children living with cancer, and their families and friends, can join together to build social and emotional support as an essential supplement to medical care.
Thanks to the tireless support of our friends, families, individual and corporate donors, we have been able to do all of this free of charge. GCNYC has since grown to a community of over 6,000 members and spawned a national movement with over 20 affiliate clubhouses currently open in the United States and Canada.
This event is graciously sponsored by Station Digital, who will be serving wine and asks ‘everyone to drink responsibly.’
For more information, please visit us at www.gildasclubnyc.org .
Press Contact: Allison P. Lurey at (212) 647-9700 ext. 256 or by email at alurey@gildasclubnyc.org, Gilda’s Club of New York City (GCNYC).
Hank Richards from the Examiner was able to contact Jennifer Contini,.jpg)
Susan Olmetti and Sara Conca for personal interviews and reports the following:
Jennifer Contini is a lead curator for ‘Combining Grace’ and has carried on a love affair with New York City since1993. ‘I live and work in a place that beats to the same drum as I do. My vibrant TriBeCa neighborhood defines and inspires my work,’ said Contini to Richards.
Jennifer’s technique of using mixed media, including acrylics, metals, resins, plastics, marbles, maps and signs that she salvages from the streets of New York, enrich her paintings.
In addition to painting, Jennifer is a song-writer and guitarist. The self-proclaimed ‘downtown girl’ currently lives in TriBeCa with her husband and children. Contact Jennifer by telephone at (917) 903-6582.
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The spunk and spirit of Susan Marie Olmetti is freed by painting from her fingertips. The confines of her bipolar disorder spill on to a canvas and dance in vivid color right before your eyes. Her frenetic energy extends through her works and has attracted widespread international attention to her abstract artistry and transformed into a healing tool for the intense woman.
International newspaper editors at Canada's Globe and Mail and magazine editors at Today's Chicago Women have been drawn to Olmetti and her creations. She is listed in Davenport's Art Reference and Price Guide. Susan is available by telephone at (708) 668-6036 in Chicago.
Sara Conca is a self taught New York based artist. By the age of 
17, she was living and working in Paris, an experience, she told Richards, ‘that only reinforced my appreciation for movement, energy and art.’
Sara's well regarded works have been sold to many private collectors and she has had a number of solo and group exhibitions, including The Soho, D&H Gallery Solo Shows, The Henry Gregg Gallery Compilation Show, Chelsea Art Gallery 32, Mansion NY, Le Bilboquet, Ted Gibson NY, Decor Art Gallery NY and Bo Concepts Designs stores. Sara has also sold and displayed artwork in Europe and most recently Indonesia. Sara takes her telephone calls at (917) 535-2669.
These ‘Combining Grace’ contributors want everyone to remember the real Gilda Susan Radner , June 28, 1946 -- May 20, 1989; a true American comedienne and actress who was best known for her five years as part of the original cast of the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live for which she won an Emmy Award and an unselfish heart as big as the sky.
Radner's death at 42 of ovarian cancer helped increase public awareness of the disease and the need for earlier detection and treatment.
A Tribute to Gilda Radner - June 28, 1946 -- May 20, 1989
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‘Combining Grace' Logo's of GCNYC and Stations Digital
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Comments
What a knock-out article - say the video and it brought about a lot of memories
Loved Radner - used to LMAO just thinking about her on SNL - miss he much
Really stoked about it! Great cause! I hope it continues to surge onward!
Awesome article. What better way to give a tribute than with art and love.
What a great article by Mr. Hank Oprinski! This art show is going to be one amazing night of charity, talent and love.
This article makes me wish I could go to this art event!! I will tell all my NYC friends to read this and go :)
yay!
As an artist who is currently battling cancer, I applaud the efforts of Jennifer Contini in curating this show for such a great cause! I hope the show is a sellout!
Really heart-warming! GO Jennifer Contini!
A great cause! Keep up the good work!
What incredible work you are doing there in NYC Jen!! So excited for you and proud to call you my friend! It really is going to be an amazing night. Great article too! I never knew that Gilda received an Emmy for SNL!
WOW, so proud of you Jen; it is absolutely fantastic that you are all coming together to help raise awareness to this terrible disease. Cancer is devastating to everyone it touches... keep up the great work. :-)
Jen has a heart of gold! This is incredible!
Jennifer has a heart of gold and she is working so hard! This is incredible!
Hey, this is great! Fabulous job Jen!
Jennifer is being used by God and being such an inspiration! This will be such a neat experience.
Jennifer is working so hard! She is incredible!
Awesome artists for an awesome cause!
wonderful cause; a very inspiring article...touch's the lives of so many!
Some people give their heart and soul in what they do. They live forever in the minds and hearts of those that are touched by them through a roll they played or through a piece or artwork. Taking her talents to the extreme was Gilda's gift to all we shall never forget. Giving part of their hearts is an artist gift they place on canvas; memories that live, forever and a day.
Comedians like Gilda leave last memories of laughter; Artists leave lasting memories on canvas. Great cause for mankind.
Thank you so much Hank we are so excited to be combing grace
I am so excited to be participating in the show. Thanks, Hank for supporting Gilda and allowing her to live on by helping others.
Go see this show! Not only a great cause, but a very interesting collection of work.
This is a great cause and am thankful and proud my daughter Kyle could be a part of it. Thank you Jennifer.
Great to see an art show that features contemporary female artists. And for a great cause!
my heart goes out for the families of past victims and especially to the survivors especially. Ms. Jennifer Contini should be awarded a trophy for such a selfless act in genersting and curating such an event to bring more comfort into these oeoples lives. Good for her bringing more awarenenss to finding a cure and bringing happiness to an unpleasent issue.
I like the article and its for a great cause. :)
J.Contini has a great spirit and a genuine love for life. This effort is nothing short of who she is everyday.
Hank!
You certainly have a way with words my friend! What a great article!
The talented artists I have combined, hence the name- "Combining Grace" definitely define GRACE- and Tribute to Gilda Radner and her charity- Gilda's Club!
The money raised by these artists goes directly to the club and what a wonderful place in New York City for not only women, but men AND children too, who are dealing with cancer to find comfort. Thank you for this Press Release on the show.
God Bless!
This is awesome! I am so proud of this show! All your hard work is paying off, Jen! THANK YOU to the artists that made this happen! I'm so lucky to be surrounded by talented and creative women who are happy to support a great cause! Gilda inspires us all!
Great heart warming article about combining not only grace but also love and generosity for a good cause.
It is beautiful to see how the energy for this show is building. Everyone involved brings strength, courageous personal experiences, passion, and determination.
I went to art school with Jennifer. She has talent, spirit, soul and a true gift that is communicated through her art and through her smile.
great article about an awesome show for a worthy cause !!! Good luck to everyone involved ---
This event will open doors for the talented artists which will in turn benefit many others. Jennifer, my sweet daughter, you give of yourself always and you make a postive difference in others lives.
This is going to be an incredible show! Jennifer is such a vibrant talent with an awesome heart. GCNYC is truly blessed.
This event looks wonderful. I'm a huge fan of Gilda's and her book was an early education for me as a young woman. Great work.
Jennifer is not only helping us remember Gilda's life but all who have left this earth to early. Jennifer's talent and zest for life is an inspiration to all. May God bless her work and her life.
This is an amazing thing Jenn is doing! Her talent, energy and love for life is evident in her art! What a woman!
Jennifer's positivity and spirit shines in her personality and her most beautiful art! I am excited that she is putting together this incredible art showing!
Awesome! Everyone is affected by cancer at some point and this is an awesome cause. Thanks for doing this! Kudos to all involved and my amazing friend Jen!
What a wonderful event!! I hope it will be a yearly thing!
I love this idea. It is a great vehicle to exhibit high quality artwork, bring ovarian cancer to the public consciousness and to remember and show admiration for a talented and kind comedienne.
What a beautiful event, beautiful cause, for beautiful women!
Such a great event! I can't wait to see Jennifer's art again! She is extremely talented with a great spirit. God Bless you!
jen....what an amazing article!!! you r such an amazing person with a HUGE heart. i am soooo happy for u!!!
may the lord bless you and keep you. may the lord lift his countenance upon you and be gracious. may the lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.
After reading this article, I was particularly moved. My sister, Julieann died of breast cancer and it was an emotional struggle for out entire family. Kudo's to Mrs. Enderby for her beautiful and caring spirit and her genuine desire to make a difference in this world!
I love you Hank thanks for your birthdate. You Have pushed me into a new and unknown direction.
My Best Always
Susan Olmetti
The Artist
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