East Village artist Tom Manco opens a gallery-studio on Avenue B

East Village-based artist Tom Manco recently debuted a new studio/gallery space at 199 Avenue B between 12th Street and 13th Street. 

Inside, you'll find custom artwork and hand-painted sneakers, among other items...

In December, he had a "Sneakers and Swag" art show in the space. 

The hours are a little varied — especially this week, where a work commitment will keep him away... he expects to be in the gallery for several hours after 4 p.m. For the week of Feb. 14, he hopes to be there daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

You can follow him on Instagram for updates... as well as details on some upcoming Thursday-evening art openings. 

Last year, Manco unveiled several upcycled cardboard creations in Tompkins Square Park.

 Images via @mancostudio

April Foils Day from Tompkins Square Park

A new cardboard art installation today in Tompkins Square Park courtesy of East Village-based artist Tom Manco of Manco Studios ... titled April Fools'/Foils Day... (top photo by Steven)...  and a few of the messages attached to the display via Stacie Joy... (The question: What is the most foolish thing you have ever done?)

The challenges of dining out on a windy day in Tompkins Square Park!

CARDBOARD INSTALLATION DOWN!

Uh-oh! The detailed new work made from upcycled cardboard — titled "Eat Out" — that East Village-based artist Tom Manco of Manco Studios debuted yesterday in Tompkins Square Park was upended by a gust of wind.

EVG contributor Derek Berg, who snapped these photos roughly two minutes apart this morning, helped reset the table with the help of a passerby...

Friday's parting shots

East Village-based artist Tom Manco of Manco Studios debuted a detailed new work made from upcycled cardboard and tape in Tompkins Square Park today... EVG reader Karen shared these photos...