NICOLE FOURNIER & VINCENT SALVATI



“50 Trashy Ideas” will be installed in the 2nd floor restrooms of the Whitney Museum of American Art. Each stall will contain a brown paper bag filled with crumpled up pieces of paper, each containing what society would consider a bad or ‘trashy’ idea. The artists believe the basis of art to be the “idea” and in this series of works they are literally exhibiting ideas. The participant draws a piece of paper from the receptacle that holds the ideas and reads the thought. The main goal of the artists in this piece is to use sarcasm and off beat humor to initiate reaction from the viewer, deviant and often illegal, but never the less reaction based solely on the idea .

Disclaimer: The artists claim no responsibility for acts of violence or non-violence that could lead to death or dismemberment, nor do they promote the concept of real or virtual harm to others, the act of making pets disappear or the injuring of small children. They also do not condone the breaking of any local or moral laws including those based on individual religious, social or political beliefs. These are 'bad' ideas folks, so please use your discretion and don’t try this at home.

HOW TO LOCATE

Friday, April 12, 2002 6:30PM - 9:00 PM

2nd floor restrooms of the Whitney Museum of American Art, 945 Madison Avenue at 75th Street.



ABOUT THE ARTISTS



NICOLE FOURNIER

Nicole Fournier is a conceptual artist and photographer. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in art from William Paterson University. Her work has been exhibited locally at various spaces, and has photographs currently on display at The Sixth Street Gallery in Astoria, Oregon. In addition, she has also participated in last years Jersey City Artists tour.

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VINCENT SALVATI

In addition to conceptual art, Vincent Salvati creates abstract paintings, drawings, installations and video art. Salvati holds a Master’s degree in art from William Paterson University as well as undergraduate degrees from Montclair State University and Pratt Institute. His work has been exhibited in both New Jersey and New York City galleries and on various web sites including www.vincentsalvati.org.

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