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NOTE: Artist talk which will be live with Q & A: 6:30 pm
— Collaboratively Hosted by Side Street Gallery and Maryam’s Mark & Co./ Art Social
Side Street Gallery is pleased to announce the highly anticipated solo exhibition of
Annie Thompson: “Rehearsals.” Opening May 2, 2025 from 5 PM – 8 PM
The title Rehearsals comes from the studio practice I’ve had this year, where I’ve created many alla prima (one-shot) paintings in hopes of generating new and grander painting ideas. The painting focus has been centered around investigating the materiality of oil paint, reduced color palettes, and going back to painting fundamentals. Thompson exhibition 25 features paintings and artworks.
“Annie wishes to thank The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation for its financial support.”
“Rehearsal” will be on view from May 2 to May 24, 2024, at Side Street Gallery. The opening reception will take place on May 2 from 5 PM to 8 PM. Artist Talk starts around 6:30 pm – and will also be streamed live on Instagram.
All our welcome. For the remainder of the exhibition, the gallery is open by
appointment only. Please text Harvey or Maryam and the artist to arrange to view their exhibit.
To schedule a visit, please email sidestreetgalleryphl@gmail.com
For all purchase/press inquiries, please email contact the artist – only. Side Street Gallery, Maryam’s Mark & Co, nor Art Social assist artist with in-person art collection sales.
Annie Thompson
Fine Artist
“Pigtails”
Medium: Acrylic and Oil Paint
Size: 9.5 inch by 11.5 inch canvas
Year: 2024
Will be on display at Side Street Gallery for sale.
Location
Side Street Gallery – 812 Chestnut Street, Suite 2E – Second Floor, Philadelphia PA 19107.
How to get there
BY CAR:
To drive Side Street Gallery at 812 Chestnut Street, 2E, Philadelphia, PA 19107, start by heading on US-1 S; merge onto I-476 S via the ramp to Chester; stay on I-476 S for about 4 miles; take exit 5 for US-1 N toward Springfield/Lima and merge onto US-1 N. Continue on US-1 N and use the left lane to merge onto I-76 E toward Philadelphia; follow I-76 E for approximately 8 miles; take exit 344 for I-676 E/US-30 E toward Central Philadelphia; merge onto I-676 E. Use the left lane to take the exit toward Broad Street/Central Philadelphia; merge onto Vine Street; use the right lane to merge onto Vine Street; turn right onto N Broad Street and follow it for about 0.6 miles; turn left onto Chestnut Street and drive for about 0.3 miles. Arrive at Side Street Gallery, 812 Chestnut Street, 2E, which will be on your right.
BY SEPTA:
The SEPTA routes closest to Side Street Gallery at 812 Chestnut Street, 2E, Philadelphia, PA 19107 include several convenient options. The Market-Frankford Line, also known as the Blue Line, stops at 11th Street Station, which is just a short walk away; the Broad Street Line, or Orange Line, can be accessed at City Hall Station and Walnut-Locust Station, both within walking distance. Additionally, numerous bus routes serve the area, including Routes 4, 16, 21, 23, 42, and 45, which all have stops near Chestnut Street; the PATCO Speedline also provides service to 8th and Market Street, offering another accessible transit option. These routes make it easy to reach Side Street Gallery from various parts of the city and surrounding areas.
BY NEW JERSEY TRANSIT:
The New Jersey Transit route closest to Side Street Gallery at 812 Chestnut Street, 2E, Philadelphia, PA 19107 is the NJ Transit Atlantic City Line; this line terminates at 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, which connects to multiple SEPTA services and other public transportation options, making it convenient to reach the gallery. From 30th Street Station, you can take the Market-Frankford Line (Blue Line) to 11th Street Station or use various SEPTA bus routes to get closer to Chestnut Street. This connectivity ensures that travelers from New Jersey have a straightforward route to the gallery.
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