ARMANDO ROSALES is here!!!
@armandorosalesrivero is the 2nd artist in this years cohort. He is a sculptor and experimental percussionist whose work explores the intersections of the intimate, institutional and political. Through sculpture and installation , he examines materiality, sound, and questions how forces shaping behavior connect to the body as a site of learning and transformation.
While at RAIR, he has been developing a series of kinetic and static sculptures that double as musical instruments and muted objects. Through material investigation, contact microphones, and friction, he has created a range of soundscapes built around slow, rhythmic cycles.
Mark your calendars for Saturday May 23rd at 530pm. Armando will be presenting the percussive sculptures made from materials found on site and will be joined by local percussionists to activate and improvise through an installation of his work in the mechanics Barn at RAIR.
More details on the performance coming soon.
A couple weekends ago we hosted our first ever RAIR Flea Market!! 100% of the material that we had for sale was sourced directly from the waste stream by RAIR staff. Although it was a rainy and cold day we had a huge turnout of folks who were able to buy some cool stuff, take a tour of the recycling facility, and enjoy popcorn and hotdogs. All these goodies were on their last stop before heading to landfill so THANK YOU for saving them and giving them a new life 💚 dm us pictures of the things you got in their new space or show us what kind of art your creating from them, we want to see!
In love and trash ❤️🔥🗑️❤️🔥
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During their time at RAIR, @m.slater_ continued their research practice by experimenting with a moldable material that they made from drywall waste that comes through the recycling facility everyday. Using this material, M created DWB (Drywall Waste Bricks) as an extension of their past works in similar shapes made from paper pulp. After a lot of research and development using the materials and molds they made at RAIR, M will return for a long weekend to create a number of sculptures based on ad-hoc lumber structures that they've photographed around the city.
During their time in residence, RAIR staff arranged a field trip to USA Gypsum in Denver, PA to see how one of the largest drywall recyclers in the US processes drywall. M was able to learn more about the applications this ubiquitous material has in the world.
We can't wait to have M back later this year!
This Sunday April 19th we are hosting our first ever Flea Market! All items for sale were hand picked by RAIR staff straight from the waste stream at our host facility, Revolution Recovery. 2 site tours will be available on a first come first serve basis starting at 12pm and 1:30pm.
We know there’s some rain appreaing in the forecast but no worries! We have a big indoor space on site so everyone can stay dry.
We will also be selling RAIR merch and yummy snacks provided by @saylorsandco 🌭🍿💖
All proceeds will go directly into funding our 2026-2027 programming. Please come prepared with cash or Venmo only 🙏
We are looking for our next Director of Development!
After an incredible tenure of 5 years with the organization our beloved Sam Friedman is retiring and we are looking for an experienced, dynamic, and fun loving person to fill his shoes. If this sounds like you or someone you know follow the link in our bio for more information on the position and how to apply!
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We are excited to announce our first ever RAIR Flea Market on April 19th from 11am-4pm! All items available for purchase were directly pulled from the waste stream at our host recycling facility, Revolution Recovery, 7333 Milnor street in Tacony. BYOB bring your own bag to hold all your RAIR finds.
Funds raised will directly support RAIR 2026-2027 programming! 💖 we can’t wait to see you there 😍click the link in our bio for more information!
*this event is rain or shine - we will relocate in one of the warehouses at the recycling facility in case of inclement weather. Please follow us here on Instagram for updates as it gets closer to the event.
RAIR is thrilled to announce our 2026 residency cohort! We look forward to welcoming M Slater, Ollie Goss, Armando Rosales, and Charles H. Lee! A major thank you to all of this year’s applicants, our group of application pre-readers, and the jurors @knevilletaylor , @ill_iterate , and @su__nanda !
2026 is looking bright 💫
Studio Bar Presents Carolyn the Teenage Witch + Wintre with sounds by DJ Salty on Thursday March 5th from 6-11pm @huddle215
Carolyn the Teenage Witch and Wintre will set up a potion shop serving herbaceous elixirs and homemade snacks with sounds by DJ Salty. All proceeds will be donated to @homies.helping.homies
Suggested donation $7-$30, will also accept Venmo and cash donations at the event!
*BYO Glass for all events! We want create as little waste as possible. Please bring your favorite glass from home to drink out of for the night to take back home with you or donate to the space*
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Studio Bar is a gathering project and immersive installation by Gabrielle Constantine. This work is the culmination of her time in residence at @rair_philly where she proposed to create a functional bar in a gallery. Constantine invites friends and collaborators for three events through out the month of March to host within the Installation at Huddle 215. These events will consist of eating and drinking and singing and dancing. Hope you can join us :)
Annual Trash Bash Volunteer Dinner! So much love and gratitude in one room. And trash BINGO! We appreciate you all, those who joined us as well as all who couldn’t make it! Special thanks to @scoutltd at the Bok for donating this lovely space.
Catch Anne Ishii's 2023 resident video and dive deeper into her work and the time she spent here at RAIR! 💙🗑💙
Anne also recently served as a Juror for our 2026 Open Call and helped us choose the next cohort of residents who will be joining us starting in the spring! 🎉
Happy holidays friends & fam! We are endlessly thankful for our generous and inspiring community of artists , partners, supporters, volunteers, and you! Looking toward the 2026 season, we are literally doing front flips with excitement for the year ahead!
Wishing you all peace, warmth, and a restful holiday season!!! 🎄🌟
With lots of love,
Team RAIR ❤️
