“In the factory we make cosmetics; in the store we sell hope.”  -Charles Revson, American businessman, co-founder of Revlon

“Message in a Bottle” is an immersive installation transforming the gallery space into an upscale beauty boutique experience, replete with the artist’s altered versions of cosmetics, advertising and signage. 

Building on her exploration of the societal expectations of women, Mainenti teases out the vestiges of historic advertising within today’s social media messages of wellness, self-care and identity. This installation will investigate the contradiction of women’s simultaneous embrace and skepticism of beauty products; questions of product efficacy are often eclipsed by the irresistible promise of faith, belief and transformation.

Artwork includes drawings, paintings and sculpture that are inspired by the pricing, marketing messages and containers of women’s cosmetic products, all displayed within a shop-like environment drenched in soft skin-tone hues. Visitors will be invited to participate by commissioning the artist to draw a “portrait” of their very own favorite product.

PRESS + VIP PREVIEW
Thursday, October 17th
4:30 - 6:30pm

OPENING RECEPTION
Thursday, October 17th
6:30-9pm

CLOSING COCKTAILS
Sunday, November 10
1-3pm

ON VIEW
October 12th - November 3rd, 2019 - NOW EXTENDED THROUGH 11/10!
Gallery hours are Thurs-Fri 4-8pm and Sat-Sun 1-6pm