The Facts
Blank Forms will honor artists Jim Shaw and Keiji Haino at its 9th Annual Benefit Gala on November 9, 2026, at the Angel Orensanz Foundation in New York. The gala celebrates the experimental, decades-long careers of both artists, recognizing their contributions to interdisciplinary practice. Proceeds from the event will fund Blank Forms' programs, including live performances, exhibitions, archival initiatives, and its publishing imprint for books and records.
The Signal
The gala underscores Blank Forms' commitment to supporting artists and musicians who work across disciplines, often rooted in avant-garde and experimental traditions. Honoring both Shaw—known for his subversive, narrative-driven works—and Haino—a seminal figure in free improvisation and noise music—signals the organization's ongoing focus on boundary-pushing, genre-defying creators. For collectors and curators, the event highlights the sustained relevance of artists who operate outside conventional commercial systems, a growing area of institutional interest.
- Artists: Jim Shaw, Keiji Haino
- People: Jim Shaw, Keiji Haino
- Locations: New York
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