In Memoriam

Guy J. Alosa, Jr.

YorkArts President Emeritus

1990-2001

Guy played an instrumental role during YorkArts’ infancy. By courageously communicating his passion and vision, he established the relationships with the first donors that would sustain YorkArts during the early growth years. In 1997, Guy’s business and finance experience was crucial in the financial and contractual discussions that led to the acquisition of 10 N. Beaver St., which was YorkArts’ first permanent home and remains its current location. His ability to read people and assess their potential led to the hiring of the first full time staff, among them the first executive director, Joanne Riley, who later went on to lead the Cultural Alliance of York County for more than 15 years. Guy also fostered the development of long lasting core programs, such as Art in the Parks.

YorkArts exists today due to Guy’s determination and commitment to keeping YorkArts alive and growing, and his ability to identify and nurture people who shared those same goals and dreams.

His contributions to YorkArts will continue to shape the artistic community of York for many generations. On behalf of the staff and the board of YorkArts, past and present, we offer our sincerest gratitude.    

- Kevin Lenkner, Executive Director

Event photo from Southern Exposure’s 2014 Monster Drawing Rally, San Francisco.

Part performance, part art-bazaar, a Monster Drawing Rally offers a rare opportunity to watch artists at work and purchase completed works!

Le Petit Monster Drawing Rally will take place on January 8th during our 25th Anniversary Celebration/Capital Campaign Kick Off.

In our mini (le petit) version, 25 artists will work simultaneously during two 25 minute shifts, creating art pieces that can be purchased for $25 each. 

Monster Drawing Rallies were initially conceived by Southern Exposure in San Francisco, and have been recreated by nonprofit organizations in cities like Richmond, Brooklyn, Cleveland, and Los Angeles.