ABOUT

The West Chelsea Building Artists Association (WCBAA) was founded to safeguard the creative spirit that has defined the West Chelsea Building for decades. Established in 1993 by Gloria and Raymond Naftali as a haven for artists, this historic building has become a pillar of New York City’s global art scene—providing affordable studio spaces and fostering groundbreaking contemporary art.

Our mission is to preserve this vital space in the face of aggressive gentrification and ensure it remains a beacon for artists, galleries, and cultural innovation.

We advocate for the rights of artists, promote the importance of creative spaces, and celebrate the enduring spirit of West Chelsea’s artistic community.

We are not just preserving a building—we are protecting a legacy that empowers creativity, nurtures talent, and enriches the cultural landscape of New York City.

www.westchelseabuildingartistsassociation.org

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West Chelsea Building Artists Association Steering Committee
	Scotto Mycklebust is a New York-based artist known for his avant-garde approach and multidisciplinary practice, spanning painting, drawing, sculpture, video, performance, sound, installation art, music, and theater. Rooted in the belief that art can challenge societal norms and inspire change, his work explores contemporary attitudes and the human experience. With a career marked by innovation and a deep engagement with social and political themes, Mycklebust continuously evolves his artistic expression, embracing the moment as his muse. Beyond his studio, music, and theater practices, Mycklebust is also a prominent figure in New York’s art publishing and public art scene. In 2012, he launched the art commentary print publication Revolt Magazine, later expanding into digital media with ART511 Magazine in 2016 (www.ART511mag.com). He also produces and presents a range of public art programs and events in West Chelsea, including the High Line Open Studios, the West Chelsea Artists Open Studios, and, most recently, the West Chelsea Festival of Art. His studio gallery is located in the historic West Chelsea Arts Building in New York City.
Interim Chairperson	Scotto Mycklebust, Artist and Founder
Interim Vice Chairperson
Interim Secretary
Interim Treasurer