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‘Create Together’ Booth Wows at Armonk Outdoor Art Show

Interactive art booth 'Create Together' served as a community art hub at the entrance of the show, which saw over 8,000 attendees this year

From left: Tess Romano, intern, Create & Associates; Liz Barnett, volunteer; Cecile Rothschild, Creative Director, Create & Associates.
From left: Tess Romano, intern, Create & Associates; Liz Barnett, volunteer; Cecile Rothschild, Creative Director, Create & Associates.

Over 8,000 art lovers and artists gathered at the Armonk Outdoor Art Show and many experienced the interactive booth ‘Create Together’. The September 25 and 26 event presented work by 162 juried artists across every medium, with the ‘Create Together’ interactive art space serving as a community art hub at the entrance of the show.

Developed by Armonk-based creative agency, Create & Associates, the ‘Create Together’ booth provided a live, collective art experience for all who entered. Guests of all ages were provided with colorful “leaf stickers” inspired by the Armonk Outdoor Art Show’s brand icon to stick on the white-walled interior. The stickers transformed the 20 X 10 space into a three-dimensional impressionist art scene, alive with color and connection. The concept was inspired by the “obliteration rooms” of esteemed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama.

The 2021 Armonk Outdoor Art Show experienced a substantial rise in attendance after its 2020 Covid-19 cancellation. “This year’s show was a huge success, with an increase in attendees by 36 percent from the last all-time high,” said Anne Curran, Executive Director of the Armonk Outdoor Art Show. “We’re grateful for the outpour of support, particularly after such a turbulent year. Art sold like crazy and there was great enthusiasm in the air.”

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Cecile Rothschild, Creative Director of Create & Associates, felt the palpable energy over the weekend, from both talent and guests. “I want to give a big shout out to Anne Curran and the Create team for their tireless work, creativity, and commitment to making this the most successful show ever.”

About Create & Associates: Create & Associates is an award-winning creative agency, specializing in strategic marketing solutions. For more information, visit createcr.com.

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About the Armonk Outdoor Art Show: Established in 1961, the Outdoor Armonk Art Show unites nationally-recognized juried artists with art enthusiast from around the country. The annual two-day event also features family activities, along with drink and dining options.

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