Sip n’ See: Art and Wine with Union Hall and Flex Infinity

1750 Wewatta Street,Denver CO 80202

10 February, 2022

Description

Union Hall is teaming up with Flex Infinity for an evening of art & wine. Show some love to the emerging artists featured in Union Hall’s current exhibition, Perception Shift, while enjoying a variety of wines from the McBride Sisters Winery. Curated by Amy Hoagland, Perception Shift investigates how different materials — projected light, shadow, ceramic, graphite, glass, and metal — can work alongside each other to shift the viewer’s way of seeing. Guests will also be introduced to a new digital wine tasting experience provided by Somm Says, which will shift your way of thinking about wine tasting! Your sommelier, Susan Fredson-Cole from Admire & Vine, has loaded their tasting notes into Somm Says and guests can compare experiences in a wine tasting game that connects wine lovers, wine professionals, and local wine businesses. About the artThe work in Perception Shift is connected through its exploration of reality and ability to alter the gaze of the viewer, to challenge us to perceive differently, and to free ourselves from expectations. Perception is activated in distinct ways throughout the show: Thedford’s ceramic sculptures confuse the eyes and provoke the sense of touch, Bianca’s projections allow one to visualize space in a new way, Abubaker plays with our sense of sight as we try to decipher the phenomena in her projections and sculptures, Lemon and de Leon’s works point to the metaphysical; investigating ourselves beyond our earth existence. Perception Shift seeks to guide viewers through an exploration of their own realities — to provoke a deeper understanding of ourselves and our place within this world. — Amy Hoagland, curator About the venueFounded in 2019, Union Hall is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts exhibition space, with the mission of advancing opportunities for diverse, emerging artists and showcasing exhibitions while providing the community with accessible creative experiences. Union Hall was also created to be a multi-purpose, flexible space that welcomes interdisciplinary events of all kinds, including film screenings, live concerts, dance performances and more. Connect with us: UnionHallDenver.org | @UnionHallDenver on Facebook and Instagram About our partnersFlex Infinity was started in 2020, as a platform by and for black womxn. With each dollar you empower some of the most disenfranchised people in the world, and can shop freely knowing your dollar will circulate in the community that will stand with you and for you. Flex-in is a space for all black womxn to thrive, regardless of religion, gender identity, sexuality. AccessibilityWe value your time with us. If you have specific needs or requirements that would make your experience more comfortable at Union Hall please reach out to us at [email protected] with accommodation requests. Union Hall is located inside the first floor of The Coloradan in downtown Denver at 1750 Wewatta Street, Suite 144. There are two entrances to the building equipped with power assist doors and all public areas are wheelchair accessible. Street parking is available along Wewatta Street. Paid public parking is located in the building garage on the corner of Wewatta & 18th Street with wheelchair accessible spaces. Union Hall is located directly next to Union Station, providing access to a variety of public transportation options including the bus, light rail, train, and ride shares. Union Hall's space will be moderately lit and have music playing at a volume that will not drown conversation. The sound element will be playing at a low volume. You will be surrounded by artwork on display from the exhibition Perception Shift. All artwork is displayed on walls or TV's that are against a wall. There are no floor or wall hanging installations to limit physical movement. A preview of the exhibition is available on Union Hall's website at UnionHallDenver.org/current. If you have trouble locating us on the day of the event call us at (720) 927-4033.