Weekend Warriors

A weekend of creation at the Trenton Atelier! Many works were created this weekend by resident artists and TA members at large.

Resident Artist Tucker works on a master plan.

ABOVE and BELOW: Custom metalworking by Grahm. A functional lamp made entireles from salvaged and reclaimed materials, with no welds! A masterful transformation of found objects into an "Assembledge"

BELOW: Lia learns to weld! Erik took Lia through the ropes of welding and grinding so she could make her very own woven steel sculpture.

Lia cranked out this beautiful Woven Steel End Table with Erik's oversight!



Another successful weekend of makery and creativity!

Lovely Photography

Some pictures from this past week:

The Mayor Stops In

Trenton Mayor Tony Mack visited the 220 Allen St. shop this morning to discuss future plans of the Trenton Atelier and how the City can support our efforts. The Trenton Atelier is not demanding any monetary donations or handouts - just an OK from the government to do something with one of the 1500 vacant and abandoned properties owned by the City.

Mayor Mack discussing the City's need for change-makers and people with great ideas for how to move Trenton forward.

So, it seems that the city is taking an interest in what we're doing here. This morning, Mayor Tony Mack popped in to see what was going on, and he seemed to enjoy it. We wil be seeing some more support from the City of Trenton in the future.

Sunrise in Trenton.

Starting the day with a little sungazing from atop one of the many A.B.'s in Trenton.

Thank you Sun, for another beautiful day.

Abandoned Warehouses Galore! Photo/Video shoot for TA and Friends!

This past weekend the Trenton Atelier crew headed to the Roebling Complex for adventures and exploration. After some snip snip and choppy chop, the crew made its way into a Colosseum of the once thriving city center. Stoic and magnificent concrete columns support the massive structure; a scent of machine oil and mildew wafts through the air.

After picking their jaws up from the floor, the crew staged the area and began to film, shoot and record to their hearts' content. We all enjoyed the companionship, teamwork and support of one-another in such a mysterious and intriguing atmosphere.

Jeremy works the jib crane and HD Cam courtesy Tim Heath. Red Tape School hard at work!

The day gave all present an opportunity to promote, explore and expand our connections. Artworks Photographer Dave Cajio photographs Kelly Carvin for promotions with a backdrop of grunge and filth for the dirty-rocker look we all love!

Lia and Specs enjoy a break in the action.

Pete enjoys a personal moment with a relic of the Roebling dynasty. The massive metal object reads "JOHN A. ROEBLINGS SON TRENTON, NJ P.P.D."

With a long day of hauling gear, exploring the ruins of Roebling, and promoting our cause behind us, we packed our vehicles and headed home for some well-needed rest.

Until next time.

TA Out