35 Claver Place

35 Claver Place provides affordable living spaces for artists. Created by the goodwill of Gina Inverso-Chamberlain and Anthony Chamberlain, 35 Claver Place has been under their gracious care since 1985.

by Nina McCune

For the sixth year in a row, South of the Navy Yard Artists (SONYA) is hosting its annual Studio Stroll, inviting New Yorkers to celebrate and engage with Brooklyn artists living and working in Clinton Hill, Fort Greene and Bedford-Stuyvesant.

Celebrating art and artists in Bedford-Stuyvesant?

ART IN BEDFORD-STUYVESANT?

Whereas the neighborhood may be internationally famous for its historic brown-stones, vibrant churches and tree-lined streets, it is also home to thousands of dynamic artists and is invigorating its support of the arts community-wide. A 20-minute subway ride on the C line allows Manhattanites to view the strong developments in Bedford-Stuyvesant artistry. In March of this year, murals depicting artists like rapper and actor Mos Def, comedian Chris Rock, and poet June Jordan have drawn the public eye to the depth of talent prevalent in the neighborhood. However, supporting and promoting artists is nothing new in this neck of the woods.

The Building

The First Floor

The Second Floor

The Third Floor

The Fourth Floor

The Party

pictures by Gina Inverso-Chamberlain