Having made the decision to go forward late, due to the pandemic, we feel called to respond to concurrent world events in the only way we know how to face war, crime, and the cruel divisiveness that is tearing us apart - with love. This edition is dedicated to the concept of Peace, and we hope to find ways to make our tiny show – which ArtInfo described as "the baby who has refused to obey orders to stand outside the door while the adults confabulate inside" –
more expansive and inclusive than ever before.
The original vision of Founder Eric Ginsburg of a fair that is part Art, but all Soul, may have met its most fitting challenge as the world steps out of the pandemic and into a time of struggle that is also an opportunity for positive change. We want to invite all exhibitors, from any place, group, tradition or political party, to join together and submit material they believe contributes to our progress towards a better world, as we fast-track the process of how, when and where to present EVERY submission on an ongoing basis. Details will be posted on the Apply page of our website.
It's an expansive undertaking, but, says Ginsburg, "As we know from the Butterfly Effect, small actions make big things happen." "Be the butterfly," adds Fridge Spiritual Advisor Linda DiGusta, "and peace is possible!" Both shout out some love for late Fridge Producer Cara Hunter Viera, who left this plane in 2020. This is the first NYC edition to miss her earthly energy and grace.
As a 501c3 not-for-profit we need tax deductible donations from the public as we are not selling space to exhibitors and entry is free. We also seek sponsors and strategic partners who can provide financial, material (including perhaps some ice cream for our visitors!) and technical support to bring this heartfelt Fridge straight to the hearts of people worldwide.
You can view our press kit on the site, information updates regularly at fridgeartfair.com
