| Kingston Arts Community |
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Kingston has a flourishing arts community that has attracted local and national attention. In 2007, Business Week named Kingston one of the Top Cities for artists in the country (ahead of famously artistic cities like San Fransisco). Kingston features a wide variety art professionals--painters, sculptures, writers, musicians, photographers, actors, dancers, graphic designers, media producers and craftsmen. Buildings in the Roundout, Uptown and Midtown area are being tastefully renovated to provide spaces for artists to work and live. Loft-style studio spaces are particularly attractive to artists who appreciate the urban aesthetic that Kingston provides. Many galleries have sprung up and arts organizations are thriving. The Arts Society of Kingston or ASK is a vibrant organization that supports all sorts of creative endeavors in Kingston. ASK is currently renovating its building in the Rondout area of Kingston which already features galleries for hosting shows. Their plan is to renovate the second floor of their building and make it into a performance venue. They also sponsor all kinds of worthwhile exhibits and performances. Undoubtedly, the arts community has contributed greatly to the renaissance that is occurring in Kingston. |