FAIR GUIDE

RETURN TO HOME

Curious encounters ahead.

See what we’ve got in store for you May 8 – 11.

AN ART EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER

Performances and experiences for you to discover and immerse yourself in.

GUEST ARTIST: ANNA MARIE TENDLER

Portraits in the First House –
Pop-Up Portrait Studio by Anna Marie Tendler

Artist and New York Times bestselling author Anna Marie Tendler is bringing her House of Self photobooth back to The Other Art Fair Brooklyn.

You have the exclusive opportunity to have your portrait styled and taken by Anna amidst a lush tableau inspired by her breakout photography series, Rooms in the First House, and her memoir, Men Have Called Her Crazy.

Each portrait sitting comes with a digital file to keep.
Limited sessions are available. A maximum of 3 people per session.

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BALCONES DISTILLING

The Other Art Fair is continuing its partnership with Balcones Distilling to celebrate emerging art and artists’ unique perspectives. Look forward to the return of the Balcones Artist in Residence program— featuring Brooklyn-based artist Isolina Minjeong—along with the drop-in taster station, where you can sample a range of award-winning Balcones whisky expressions.

New this spring, the Balcones distillery team invites you to an immersive whisky-tasting experience set inside a reimagined New York City subway car—offering a unique journey into the world of American Single Malt whiskies. No MetroCard required.

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Thursday DJ: Sunny Cheeba

Thursday 7-10PM
Great nights don’t happen by accident—they need a soundtrack. Sunny Cheeba delivers just that, with a genre-defying selection that knows no bounds. She weaves a spellbinding tapestry of sound, drawing from the timeless grooves of Soul, Funk, and Disco, the rhythmic pulse of House, Hip-Hop, and R&B, and the diasporic energy of Salsa, Reggae, Baile Funk, and Dembow. Her mission on any dance floor? To set the mind, body, and soul free.

Follow Sunny Cheeba on Instagram.

Thursday: Ben Lenovitz Fantasy Drawing Experience

For one night only, Ben Lenovitz invites you to step into his world of imaginative portraiture. Share your most indulgent, eccentric, or surreal alter ego, and watch as he transforms your vision into a one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn illustration—just for you.

How it works:

Tell Ben your fantasy.
He’ll capture your fantasy in a unique, personalized drawing.
Take home an original piece—completely free.
First come, first served—Opening Night only. Arrive early to secure your spot.

Friday Late in partnership with Secret NYC

We’re joining forces with the definitive hyperlocal guide Secret NYC to curate Brooklyn’s ultimate night of creativity. Secret NYC’s Friday Late takeover brings a convergence of Brooklyn’s raw, unfiltered talent ranging from interactive installation to DJs and local sips. This unique after-hours affair aims to reflect the borough’s diverse communities and unmatched artistic spirit.

The evening’s lineup includes:

Andrea Cáceres’ signature style comes to life at booth #53
A live DJ set by GabSoul from 7-10 PM
Complimentary hand-crafted whisky cocktails, made possible by Secret NYC + Balcones*
OOH Baby by Anika Patch Pop-up*
Machine-free tattooing with Kelli Kikcio (by appointment on a first-come basis)
…and so many more surprises in store!

*available while supplies last

Follow Secret NYC on Instagram.

Friday: OOH Baby by Anika Patch Pop-up

Give your wardrobe an instant upgrade with an OOH Baby’s hand-painted patch, created exclusively for Friday Late.

Each one a small-but-mighty dose of wearable art. Bold, irreverent, and one-of-a-kind (just like you, obviously). Bring a jacket, tote, or any apparel item, and have your patch sewn on for free.

How it works:

Choose from a limited selection of 200 hand-painted patches.
Bring an item to customize (or save your patch for later).
Watch as it’s sewn on, making your piece instantly one of a kind.
First come, first served—while supplies last.

Make it personal. Make it OOH Baby.
Psst. we also hear her iconic trenchcoats will be back as well!

Saturday DJ: Honey Bun

Saturday 2-5 PM

Follow Honey Bun on Instagram.

Sat & Sun: Paper Carnation Workshops with Summer Space Studio

Celebrate creativity and tradition with Summer Space Studio, a handcrafted paper flower studio based in NYC. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to create a stunning paper carnation using high-quality Italian crepe paper. Choose your own color to personalize your bloom and bring your unique style to life.

Carnations have long been associated with Mother’s Day, symbolizing love, admiration, and gratitude. Unlike fresh flowers, your handmade paper carnation will last for years—making it a meaningful keepsake or the perfect gift for a mother figure in your life.

This workshop is designed for all skill levels and is open to participants aged 15+, as we will be using sharp scissors.

45 min Workshops are $45 per person.
Saturday: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
Sunday: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm

Don’t forget to select this workshop as an add-on when you get your tickets!

Machine-Free Tattoo Pop-Up with Kelli Kikcio

Collect forever art from renowned artist Kelli Kikcio at her exclusive machine-free tattoo pop-up. With over a decade of experience, Kelli brings a meticulous, intimate approach to tattooing, using a traditional hand-poked technique to create delicate, timeless pieces.

Choose from a curated selection of flash designs (pricing ranges from $200-$300/piece)

Appointment first-come basis, approximately 45-60 mins each.

Set sizes for arms & legs only.

Check out Kelli’s Instagram here

“I Love Art” Interactive Stamp Scavenger Hunt – Joe Kraft

Attendees at The Other Art Fair Brooklyn are invited to participate in an engaging scavenger hunt that combines exploration, creativity, and artistry. As they navigate the fair, they will encounter 4 Stamp Stations strategically placed around the venue. Each station features a unique stamp, and together, the stamps form parts of a larger, cohesive image designed by Chicago based artist Joe Kraft. All works of art start with an idea before they become fully realized pieces. It is your job to stamp an image to completion before you leave the fair.

*This experience is available while supplies last.

Follow Joe Kraft on Instagram.

Creative Corner

We made a space for your creative side. Stop by our Creative Corner for free activities on Thursday and Friday. All ages welcome.

ART REFRAMED

Explore unforgettable art installations and exhibitions throughout the Fair.

Arts Gowanus presents Flowers for Mom

Arts Gowanus is excited to present Flowers for Mom, a group exhibit at the Spring 2025 edition of The Other Art Fair Brooklyn.

As nice as it is to get your mother real flowers, we prefer a gift that will last forever. Flowers for Mom features dozens of local Gowanus artists, who will exhibit artworks depicting flowers (or their interpretation of flowers) onto an 8”x10” panel. Come see the flowers that grow from the wide ranging and diverse talent that Gowanus has to offer.

All artworks will be priced under $300.

Charity Partner: CHiPS

We’re proud to partner with CHiPS (Community Help in Park Slope) as our official charity partner for The Other Art Fair Brooklyn. This incredible local organization is dedicated to addressing food insecurity and providing housing support for expectant and new mothers—right here in our neighborhood.

Join us in supporting their mission: attendees will have the opportunity to make donations at the fair to help CHiPS continue their essential work in our community.

Meet The Artists

Who’s on your list? Explore the 125 game-changing artists exhibiting with us at ZeroSpace in Brooklyn.

Have a peek at our Artist List.

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New Futures Recipient

Art should never be elite.

The New Futures program is part of our continued mission to break down traditional barriers of the contemporary art world by giving prizing to talented, often underrepresented, emerging artists. Each recipient is given free exhibition space at The Other Art Fair along with access to networks and opportunities designed to jump-start their careers.

ZOË PAPINI

Papini, born in Florence, Italy in 1993 and raised in Brooklyn, New York, developed a passion for art while earning her BFA in studio art from Brooklyn College. Specializing in portraiture, she explores the complexities of human existence, particularly the feeling of estrangement from one’s environment. Her work invites viewers to create personal interpretations of the vivid, imaginative worlds she constructs. In 2019, she earned her MFA from the New York Academy of Art, refining her portrait techniques by studying historical painting methods, which now serve as a foundation for her contemporary artistic expression.

FUEL UP & INDULGE

Delicious coffee, bevs, and bites to fuel your art adventure.

CULTURE POP

Our friends at Culture Pop are on a mission to reinvent carbonated drinks by crafting sodas with real, ’fun’ctional ingredients with only a touch of sweetness. Look forward to complimentary sodas that mix organic juices, organic ground spices, and live probiotics to deliver a complex, tasty twist on familiar flavors – without any sweeteners or refined sugar. Simple, refreshing, and delicious; Culture Pop Soda is a soda you can feel good about!

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Beboe by Scott Campbell

Founded by celebrity tattoo artist Scott Campbell, Beboe is a socially-dosed, luxury gummy brand that’s driven by the pursuit of exceptional quality, distinctive culture, and indulgence just because it feels good. Start your Other Art Fair experience on an elevated note at the Beboe activation and enter into a world of everyday intention. Discover their curated collection of delicious gummies (Sparkling Pear, anyone?) before exploring the rest of the space.

*Samples available to attendees 21 and over only.

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