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Our hope is to continue this project and one day to create a designated, informal gathering space in the spirit of the French salon. Even in the Information Age, we believe there is still much to be gained from conversation and dialogue.

 

Salons have historically been dominated by women—the hosts typically called "salonnières"— and were meant to function as intimate, alternative spaces to educate women outside of the a university setting, typically tailored to men. We continue this tradition as a gently structured sanctuary for artistic discussion.

 

The beauty of a salon is that it pleases as much as it educates. It is exciting for the senses, aesthetic, intellectual, encouraging, inspiring and loving. At the same time it stimulates, encourages debate and promotes diversity of thought, gender, race and social class. We are not interested in pretentiousness but honest and genuine disclosure. Like the best dinner party you've ever attended. It is the nurturing mother who feeds you and hears you.

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We aspire for this to become an artist hub, unconstrained by the mainstream art world. A place where artists can go and meet others. Networking will not be a burden as it is up to the hosts to integrate you. You want to learn a new skill—there will be someone to teach you. You need advice on a technique—someone who tried it before will guide you. You need a team for a project—you'll find enthusiastic collaborators. It's as fun as a party, as cozy as a long dinner in your best friend's kitchen, as inspiring as a biennale.

 

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