Art On The High Line

In 2009, when the High Line Park on Manhattan’s West Side had just opened, it got a lot of write up in the newspapers. Not as much about the landscape architecture, as about the views. According to the NY Post, The Standard, a fancy hotel with floor to ceiling windows, situated right by the park, welcomed their guests with this special message: “Whatever you do, just make sure the shots are HOT and that you get them to us in whichever way you can. It’s all about sex all the time, and you’re our star.” Aight. After the newspaper had contacted the hotel, the post was abruptly changed, and guests were encouraged to cover up.

Now that the free spirited American parents consider it safe to take their children, the park has been a popular hang-out on the weekends. Artists have found their way, too. Last weekend, I met there a fascinating woman, Edie Pijpers, who was selling her paintings. Not only does she paint, she also sings, and she happened to be Dutch. Her work emanated so much warmth and happiness. Don’t you love her use of color?

On her website, you’ll also find beautiful drawings with pen and ink, and some examples of murals she has painted. I think it’s very cool to hire Edie to paint live at an event. Throughout the course of the event, she’ll try to capture the spirit and energy onto the canvas. You might meet her at one of our parties!