THE JACKSONVILLE CONSORTIUM OF AFRICAN
AMERICAN ARTISTS (JCAAA) MONTHLY MEETINGS
HAS BEEN CHANGED TO THE FIRST TUESDAY OF
EACH MONTH. JAN. 6, 2009 @ 6:30PM IS THE FIRST MEETING
OF THE NEW YEAR.
THE KARPELES MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY MUSEUM
12/31/2008
12/04/2008
12/02/2008
THROUGH OUR EYES 2008 LAST LOOK
featuring original new works by Jacksonville African American artists. Exhibit closing party and Art market. In a year where "change" was a major theme in our country, 25 talented local artists defined change through their favorite medium. Join us for a final look and celebration of this very inspirational exhibit. Includes marketplace with affordable art and gift items for sale direct from the artists.
11/26/2008
PAM BARNETT IN THE FOLIO
Pam's design is one of
several design chosen
by Folio Weekly to
adorn their paper
boxes.
11/21/2008
CONGRATULATION KEITH
Keith Doles American Beach painting was chosen to be published in ArtWanted.com's 2009 calendar. ArtWanted.com is an international portfolio site that promotes and publishes artwork from artists from around the globe. American Beach will be featured on the date March 4, 2009. Pears and the The Country were printed in the 2008 calendar.American Beach: http://www.keithdoles.com/landscapes.htmlIf you would like to order the 2009 calendar, here's the link: http://www.artwanted.com/ps/calendar/index.cfm?Action=Order
CALL FOR ARTISTS
The Jacksonville International Airport Arts Commission is now accepting applications from North Florida / South Georgia artists who are interested in working and displaying at the Jacksonville International Airport during the month of December.
Artists will create their artwork in a designated “Art Zone” at the JIA terminal. Artists will also be able to sell their artwork to holiday passengers.
COMMITMENT:
Artists must commit to being at the airport for at least two three-hour shifts. A small stipend will be given for travel and food.
BENEFITS:
There are numerous benefits of this program:
Name exposure to over 16,000 passengers a day.
Opportunity to sell artwork.
Opportunity to create and participate in art dialogues.
Showcasing Jacksonville as a city where culture and the arts are vibrant and alive!
DEADLINE:
Please submit via e-mail your resume, up to 10 digital images of work, and a letter of interest to Cabeth Cornelius (ccornelius@jaa.aero) by Friday, December 5th. Images must represent the work you would undertake while at the airport.
Artists chosen to participate in the program will be notified via e-mail on Friday, December 12.
Any questions can be directed to Cabeth Cornelius at the below contact information.
Cabeth Cornelius
Program Coordinator
Jacksonville International Airport Arts Commission
ccornelius@jaa.aero
904.741.3546
www.JIAarts.org
Artists will create their artwork in a designated “Art Zone” at the JIA terminal. Artists will also be able to sell their artwork to holiday passengers.
COMMITMENT:
Artists must commit to being at the airport for at least two three-hour shifts. A small stipend will be given for travel and food.
BENEFITS:
There are numerous benefits of this program:
Name exposure to over 16,000 passengers a day.
Opportunity to sell artwork.
Opportunity to create and participate in art dialogues.
Showcasing Jacksonville as a city where culture and the arts are vibrant and alive!
DEADLINE:
Please submit via e-mail your resume, up to 10 digital images of work, and a letter of interest to Cabeth Cornelius (ccornelius@jaa.aero) by Friday, December 5th. Images must represent the work you would undertake while at the airport.
Artists chosen to participate in the program will be notified via e-mail on Friday, December 12.
Any questions can be directed to Cabeth Cornelius at the below contact information.
Cabeth Cornelius
Program Coordinator
Jacksonville International Airport Arts Commission
ccornelius@jaa.aero
904.741.3546
www.JIAarts.org
11/18/2008
HAPPENINGS @ MOCA JAX
Thursday November 20th at MOCA
@ 7pm
Contemporary Conversations:
Making Marks and the Marketplace
Free for Members and students with a valid school id; $8 for Non-Members,
What does it take to make it as an artist in Jacksonville? See the exhibition Making Marks: Jacksonville Creates and get opinions, tips, and stories from the source.
“Lectures” sounds so one-sided. MOCA offers conversations, dialogue and discussion with and around contemporary artists and art. Contemporary Conversations features guest speakers presenting in a roundtable or panel exchange with Director of Education and Exhibitions J. Marshall Adams.
@ 7pm
Contemporary Conversations:
Making Marks and the Marketplace
Free for Members and students with a valid school id; $8 for Non-Members,
What does it take to make it as an artist in Jacksonville? See the exhibition Making Marks: Jacksonville Creates and get opinions, tips, and stories from the source.
“Lectures” sounds so one-sided. MOCA offers conversations, dialogue and discussion with and around contemporary artists and art. Contemporary Conversations features guest speakers presenting in a roundtable or panel exchange with Director of Education and Exhibitions J. Marshall Adams.
ANNELIES DYKGRAAF @ REDDI ARTS
Annelies Dykgraaf is exhibiting a series of African
Inspired woodcut prints @ Reddi Arts
Gallery 1037 on Hendricks Ave.
GIL MAYERS BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
GIL MAYERS
11E Forsyth St.
Dec. 3rd-6-9PM
11 East – See and feel the rhythm of jazz by painter and printmaker Gil Mayers. Mayers has gained recognition for his jazz-theme works and has been featured on many album covers such as Dave Brubeck, Jacques Lucier, and Milt Jackson. Come see why Mayers continues his love of jazz and has more recently focused on integrating his political and social convictions into his visual repertoire.
11E Forsyth St.
Dec. 3rd-6-9PM
11 East – See and feel the rhythm of jazz by painter and printmaker Gil Mayers. Mayers has gained recognition for his jazz-theme works and has been featured on many album covers such as Dave Brubeck, Jacques Lucier, and Milt Jackson. Come see why Mayers continues his love of jazz and has more recently focused on integrating his political and social convictions into his visual repertoire.
11/13/2008
ART OPPORTUNITY
EMBRACING OUR DIFFERENCES
2009 CALL TO ARTISTS
DEADLINE JANUARY 12, 2009
NO FEE $1000 CASH PRIZE
http://www.embracingourdifferences.org/pdfs/2009artists.pdf
2009 CALL TO ARTISTS
DEADLINE JANUARY 12, 2009
NO FEE $1000 CASH PRIZE
http://www.embracingourdifferences.org/pdfs/2009artists.pdf
11/11/2008
THE PEOPLES ADVOCATE
11/10/2008
KEITH DOLES EXHIBIT @ FCCJ NORTH GALLERY
You are invited to the opening of my new multimedia exhibit "Graphic Art & Paintings Too" by Keith Doles at FCCJ North Campus Art Gallery. This show will feature 35 works including several new paintings (The River Came Down), original design sketches, and digital prints. Interview and preview of this exhibit will appear in this Saturday's Florida Times-Union My Northside Sun community section and http://www.mynorthsidesun.com/
The opening reception is Thursday, November 13, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and the exhibit will continue through December 17.
11/05/2008
G. MAYERS IN THE FOLIO WEEKLY
Don't forget to
pick up this week
addition of Folio Weekly.
Gil Mayers is the
featured artist of
the Folio's paper box
contest.
11/04/2008
FAMILY ART FEST/ SALUTE THE TROOPS 2008
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
MEET SOME OF JAX OUTSTANDING ARTISTS
THIS WEEKEND NOV. 8TH & 9TH
SAT. & SUN 10AM-5PM
http://www.familyartfestsalutetothetroops.org/zones.html#artmarketi
11/03/2008
GIL MAYERS EXHIBITING @ 11E FORSYTHE
"Come join me Wed at 11e Forsythe (DOWNTOWN JAX) next to Starbucks for Artwalk Wed. Nov. 5th."
Gil Cordially invites you to the exhibition
Music, Metaphors and More
Artist reception- November 5th, 5:00 - 9:30
11 East Forsyth Street
11 East Forsyth Street
The exhibition will continue until November 30th
and can be viewed by appointment.
Information (904)358-6464
and can be viewed by appointment.
Information (904)358-6464
10/27/2008
DANIEL WYNN @ THE KARPELES MUSEUM
You are cordially invited to attend the opening of
DANIEL WYNN "Between Heaven and Earth" Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum
A collection featuring new, symbolic paintings and illustrations by Jacksonville, Florida artist Daniel Ruben Wynn.
Opening reception: Friday, November 7; 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The exhibit runs November 2 - 30, 2008Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum 101 West 1st Street Jacksonville, FL 33206 Phone: 904.356.2992
For more information about Daniel Wynn's art, please visit http://www.wynn-art.com/
DANIEL WYNN "Between Heaven and Earth" Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum
A collection featuring new, symbolic paintings and illustrations by Jacksonville, Florida artist Daniel Ruben Wynn.
Opening reception: Friday, November 7; 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The exhibit runs November 2 - 30, 2008Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum 101 West 1st Street Jacksonville, FL 33206 Phone: 904.356.2992
For more information about Daniel Wynn's art, please visit http://www.wynn-art.com/
ART OPPORTUNITY
Design a Logo for Jacksonville’s Biggest Art Event! What Is It? The Riverside Arts Market (RAM) – Jacksonville's spectacular new riverfront artists' market – is scheduled to open next spring. Beneath the sheltering canopy of the Fuller Warren Bridge structure, this huge all-weather weekend artists’ market has its Grand Opening tentatively scheduled for March 14, 2009. With the size of over one football field’s covered area, the riverfront market will feature nearly 150 artists displaying their wares, accompanied by musical entertainment, street performers, and food vendors, rain or shine.
Riverside Avondale Preservation, Inc., the non-profit organization which is coordinating this ambitious project, is seeking artists to design a logo for RAM. This logo will be used in all advertising, signage, tote bags, printed literature, banners, etc. We have already received some excellent logo ideas, but this venue is so unique and so compelling that we have decided to open up the competition to the entire Jacksonville arts community.Please submit your design(s) using the following guidelines:
Limited to no more than 8 designs per artist.
Entries must be in digital format, either .pdf or .jpg files.
Size is from 5 to 9 inches.
Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, November 12, 2008.
The winner will be notified by November 30, 2008.
Send entries by email to Doug Coleman, doug.coleman@yahoo.com
Include your name, address, phone number(s), and email address.
The winning entry becomes property of Riverside Avondale Preservation, Inc. performers, and food vendors, rain or shine.
Riverside Avondale Preservation, Inc., the non-profit organization which is coordinating this ambitious project, is seeking artists to design a logo for RAM. This logo will be used in all advertising, signage, tote bags, printed literature, banners, etc. We have already received some excellent logo ideas, but this venue is so unique and so compelling that we have decided to open up the competition to the entire Jacksonville arts community.Please submit your design(s) using the following guidelines:
Limited to no more than 8 designs per artist.
Entries must be in digital format, either .pdf or .jpg files.
Size is from 5 to 9 inches.
Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, November 12, 2008.
The winner will be notified by November 30, 2008.
Send entries by email to Doug Coleman, doug.coleman@yahoo.com
Include your name, address, phone number(s), and email address.
The winning entry becomes property of Riverside Avondale Preservation, Inc. performers, and food vendors, rain or shine.
10/21/2008
FAMILY FUN @ THE RITZ / LAVILLA
Greetings, Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum invites you to
Family Fun Day Saturday, October 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm Free Admission
Bring your friends and family out to celebrate the best part of the Fall season! This event was planned by participating artists in our current exhibit Through Our Eyes 2008: Everything Must Change.
Activities include:
Halloween mask makingPumpkin decorating& a group mural.
Through Our Eyes 2008: Everything Must Change
Our 16th Annual Exhibit features original new works by
Yuwnus Asami - Elaine M. Austin - Owiredu Baffour - Rhonda Bristol - Charles Coffin - Glendia Cooper - Keith Doles - Angie Dooley - Overstreet Ducasse - Annelies Dykgraaf - Palma Gilder - Marsha Hatcher - Etta L. Haygood
Jeanece Lyles - Gil Mayers - Billie McCray - Traci Mims-Jones - Naim Rashid - Adrian Rhodes - James Robinson - Rootman - Laurence Walden - Roosevelt Watson III - Olice Williams - Daniel R. Wynn
This exhibit continues through December 19, 2008.
Additional workshops or Gallery Talks with the artists may be scheduled upon request. Call 904-632-5555 for more information
Museum Hours: Tues - Fri 10 AM - 6 PM, Sat 10 AM - 2 PM, Sun 2 - 5 PM
Entrance Fee: Adults $6, Students and Senior Citizens $3
We hope to see you there!
Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum829 N. Davis Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 904-632-5555
Family Fun Day Saturday, October 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm Free Admission
Bring your friends and family out to celebrate the best part of the Fall season! This event was planned by participating artists in our current exhibit Through Our Eyes 2008: Everything Must Change.
Activities include:
Halloween mask makingPumpkin decorating& a group mural.
Through Our Eyes 2008: Everything Must Change
Our 16th Annual Exhibit features original new works by
Yuwnus Asami - Elaine M. Austin - Owiredu Baffour - Rhonda Bristol - Charles Coffin - Glendia Cooper - Keith Doles - Angie Dooley - Overstreet Ducasse - Annelies Dykgraaf - Palma Gilder - Marsha Hatcher - Etta L. Haygood
Jeanece Lyles - Gil Mayers - Billie McCray - Traci Mims-Jones - Naim Rashid - Adrian Rhodes - James Robinson - Rootman - Laurence Walden - Roosevelt Watson III - Olice Williams - Daniel R. Wynn
This exhibit continues through December 19, 2008.
Additional workshops or Gallery Talks with the artists may be scheduled upon request. Call 904-632-5555 for more information
Museum Hours: Tues - Fri 10 AM - 6 PM, Sat 10 AM - 2 PM, Sun 2 - 5 PM
Entrance Fee: Adults $6, Students and Senior Citizens $3
We hope to see you there!
Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum829 N. Davis Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 904-632-5555
10/17/2008
REAL WOMAN BLUES OCT. 24, 25 ,26
You are Especially invited to attend an Intimate, Adult Celebration of Women -“Real Woman Blues, The Play” By Samelia Adams.
Take a journey with six lovely ladies, exploring issues that have plagued women and troubled men for eternity! You’ll, laugh, cry scream and shout! Bring your girls or your man.
Thank you for supporting the Arts and Celebrating the Woman You Are, the Women You Know, and the You are with.
Take a journey with six lovely ladies, exploring issues that have plagued women and troubled men for eternity! You’ll, laugh, cry scream and shout! Bring your girls or your man.
Thank you for supporting the Arts and Celebrating the Woman You Are, the Women You Know, and the You are with.
Purchase Your Tickets Today!
(Click image to enlarge)
10/14/2008
A TASTE OF JCAAA @ TAC
The Jacksonville Consortium of African American Artists (JCAAA) are the featured artists @ The Art Center for November 5TH Art Walk 31 West Adam St. (Downtown Jax) The public is invited. 5PM-9PM
10/13/2008
ART AFTER DARK
Jacksonville, FL – Applications are now available for The Florida Theatre’s Art After Dark artist submissions. Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of this great showcase of local talent. Deadline for submissions is by December 5, 2008. The event will be held on Friday, March 27 at 7PM.
Each spring the Florida Theatre hosts the season’s most original and talked about event - Art After Dark. For one evening each year, Jacksonville’s premiere live performance venue transforms into a showcase for the works of our community’s most exceptional unrepresented emerging visual artists. The event provides patrons an opportunity to view and purchase works by these fabulous artists. All of the artwork showcased is for sale, and 90% of the proceeds go directly to the artists.
Visit http://www.floridatheatre.com/SpecialEvents/ArtAfterDark.aspx to download the application.
Each spring the Florida Theatre hosts the season’s most original and talked about event - Art After Dark. For one evening each year, Jacksonville’s premiere live performance venue transforms into a showcase for the works of our community’s most exceptional unrepresented emerging visual artists. The event provides patrons an opportunity to view and purchase works by these fabulous artists. All of the artwork showcased is for sale, and 90% of the proceeds go directly to the artists.
Visit http://www.floridatheatre.com/SpecialEvents/ArtAfterDark.aspx to download the application.
10/09/2008
JCAAA RECEIVES GRANT
Trustees of The Community Foundation have awarded JCAAA $9550.00 to purchase computer equipment and software to enable support of artists and their work.
MANY THANKS TO ALL WHO MADE THIS GRANT POSSIBLE!!!!!
http://www.jaxcf.org/index.html
MANY THANKS TO ALL WHO MADE THIS GRANT POSSIBLE!!!!!
http://www.jaxcf.org/index.html
10/06/2008
OUT OF THE BOX EXHIBIT
Annelies Dykgraaf and
Marsha Hatcher are
two of the featured
artists in this
invitational exhibit.
Out of the Box, a new exhibition of women's art, will open on October 16, 2008 at the Women's Center of Jacksonville. An opening reception will be held from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public. The exhibition will remain open through December 19. The public is invited to view the works at the Women's Center located at 5644 Colcord Avenue, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, Mon-Fri.
To find out more information about the Art and Soul Program, calls for artists, workshops, or presentations, visit www.womenscenterofjax.org or contact Allison Graff, Program Coordinator, at 904.860.4034 or artandsoulwcj@gmail.com.
9/15/2008
WALDEN AT THE BEACH
ADELE GRAGE CULTURAL CENTER
AUGUST 2008 EXHIBIT
Presents
Artist - Performer - Musician
LAURENCE WALDEN
"From one extreme to the other"
RECEPTION THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18th
6 to 8pm at the North Beaches Art Walk
Presentation at 7pm
"Connections:Visual and Performing Arts"
716 Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach
TELL A FRIEND, BRING A FRIEND!
AUGUST 2008 EXHIBIT
Presents
Artist - Performer - Musician
LAURENCE WALDEN
"From one extreme to the other"
RECEPTION THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18th
6 to 8pm at the North Beaches Art Walk
Presentation at 7pm
"Connections:Visual and Performing Arts"
716 Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach
TELL A FRIEND, BRING A FRIEND!
9/11/2008
RHONDA BRISTOL EXHIBITING @ FCCJ KENT CAMPUS GALLERY
Rhonda Bristol exhibit @ FCCJ Kent Campus "In Process: Finding One's Voice" New artwork on display Oct. 7 - 28, 2008 Opening reception: Tuesday, October 7; 6:00 - 8:00 pm Kent Campus Gallery 3939 Roosevelt Blvd Building E, Room 112Jax, FL 32205 For more info, please visit www.rhondabristolart.com
O. DUCASSE EXHIBITING AT THE KARPELES
On Friday, September 19, 2008, The Haitian community presents, Relief for Haiti: A Charity Silent Art Auction, showcasing the works of local Haitian artist, Overstreet Ducasse, and original works of art by artist living in Haiti. This event will be held at the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, located at 101 West 1st Street in historic Springfield, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. A portion of the proceeds for this event will benefit the Crudem Foundation. This foundation has been assisting the people of Milot, Haiti and their surrounding region since 1968. Additionally, a group of prominent local physicians will be taking a trip to Haiti following this charity event to provide medical and humanitarian aid to the Crudem Foundation. Wine and Hors-d?oeuvres will be served. Admission is free. For more information, please contact Loubens Jean-Louis (904) 236-2387. For more information on the CrudemFoundation, please visit http://www.crudem.org/. Some of Overstreet's art work are available for viewing at www.flickr.com/photos/overstreetd
9/05/2008
ARTISTS GIVE "FOLIO" A NEW LOOK
Pam Barnett and Gil Mayers designs was one
of several designs selected for Folio's paper boxes.
They are currently on display at the downtown Library.
OVERSTREET DUCASSE @ THE ART CENTER
Overstreet Ducasse is the featured artist @ The Art Center for the month of September.
See what Overstreet has been painting now. You will be amazed.
See what Overstreet has been painting now. You will be amazed.
REAL WOMEN BLUES by Samelia Adams
Check out Bridgette Hogan talk radio show THE SISTAHOOD Friday night at 11pm. U can join in by phone 914-338-0645 or listen on the web www.blogtalkradio . This Friday I will be a guest on her show discussing women's issues leading into a discussion about the play (Real Women Blues, The Play) we are doing along with some cast members. Listen in if you can.
9/02/2008
PABLO RIVERIA EXHIBITING @ MOCA
Pablo Rivera is one of 33 artists
fortunate enough
to be chosen to exhibit at the Museum Of Contemporary Art/Jacksonville.
Congratulations Pablo.
8/12/2008
7/23/2008
ART OPPORTUNITY
Design the Florida Horse Park License Plate!The Park is applying for a Florida specialty license plate! Everyone is very excited about the plate, but there is still one question...What will it look like? That's where we need your help! Turn your great idea into art and win $1000! See attached PDF file for the contest guidelines and entry form. We can't wait to see YOUR design!
7/15/2008
Hatcher / Dykgraaf in Gainesville
Marsha Hatcher and Annelies Dykgraaf two artists who art was accepted into the 2008 Thomas Center Galleries Regional Juried Exhibition in Gainesville, Fl. Over 325 works was submitted and 52 were accepted for the exhibition. The show runs from July 12 - August 24, 2008 with the opening reception Thursday July 17th @ 5 - 7PM.
http://www.gvlculturalaffairs.org/website/facilities/facilities.html
http://www.gvlculturalaffairs.org/website/facilities/facilities.html
7/14/2008
Walden said...
"Hey, I'm in New York! will be performing at Milton's playhouse in Harlem Tommorrow night! Essence fest in New Orleans lasT week was a blast I did very well. You guys should try to go next year. Art Bungalow Gallery and Restaurant in Jax on Park street will have a soft grande opening, August 5th and 6th they are feauturing more than twenty of my fine dining cutlery decorative Mask."WALDEN
6/25/2008
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Submit your design for the
2009 JAX JAZZ FESTIVAL POSTER
$1500.00 if selected
http://www.coj.net/NR/rdonlyres/e477z5wh5v5z7dby7quvjmctvysnxvwuqqed6ndgx4i6t3maigxgwrph2c5rhdkv5h54ji7isxo3typt5infqke5mld/Jazz+Artist+Parameters09.pdf
2009 JAX JAZZ FESTIVAL POSTER
$1500.00 if selected
http://www.coj.net/NR/rdonlyres/e477z5wh5v5z7dby7quvjmctvysnxvwuqqed6ndgx4i6t3maigxgwrph2c5rhdkv5h54ji7isxo3typt5infqke5mld/Jazz+Artist+Parameters09.pdf
6/23/2008
6/20/2008
GRANTS AWARDED
CONGRATSto RHONDA BRISTOL
AND ANNELIES DYKGRAAF
for being awarded
THE 2008 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
ART VENTURE GRANT.They each
received $3500 to create art.
GOOD JOB LADIES!!!!
6/17/2008
TOE 2008
Olice Williams
has a clay sculpture
on display at the
LaVilla Museum's
16th annual 2008
Through Our Eyes exhibit.
6/11/2008
ART OPPORTUNITIES
This is the link to the Art Opportunities
that was mention during the JCAAA meeting
by Roxanne (VP)
http://www.florida-arts.org/jobs/individual.htm
that was mention during the JCAAA meeting
by Roxanne (VP)
http://www.florida-arts.org/jobs/individual.htm
6/10/2008
EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE
Workshop:Saturday, August 9, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM Museum Entrance fee student rate Art Walk and Artists' Market: July 2, August 6, and September 3; 5 - 8 PMFree Admission "Everything Must Change Must End" Closing Activity:Friday, September 26, 6 - 8 PM Additional workshops or Gallery Talks with the artists may be scheduled upon request. Call 904-632-5555 for more information Museum Hours: Tues - Fri 10 AM - 6 PM, Sat 10 AM - 2 PM, Sun 2 - 5 PM Entrance Fee: Adults $6, Students and Senior Citizens $3 We hope to see you there!
Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum829 N. Davis Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 904-632-5555
Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum829 N. Davis Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 904-632-5555
THROUGH OUR EYES 2008
EVERY THING MUST CHANGE
Thursday, June 12, 5:30 - 7:30 PM Our 16th Annual Exhibit features the works of Yuwnus Asami, Elaine M. Austin, Owiredu Baffour, Rhonda Bristol, Charles Coffin, Glendia Cooper, Keith Doles, Angie Dooley, Overstreet Ducasse, Annelies Dykgraaf, Palma Gilder, Marsha Hatcher, Etta L. Haygood, Jeanece Lyles, Gil Mayers, Billie McCray, Traci Mims-Jones, Naim Rashid, Adrian Rhodes, James Robinson, Rootman, Laurence Walden, Roosevelt Watson III, Olice E. Williams and Daniel R. Wynn
Thursday, June 12, 5:30 - 7:30 PM Our 16th Annual Exhibit features the works of Yuwnus Asami, Elaine M. Austin, Owiredu Baffour, Rhonda Bristol, Charles Coffin, Glendia Cooper, Keith Doles, Angie Dooley, Overstreet Ducasse, Annelies Dykgraaf, Palma Gilder, Marsha Hatcher, Etta L. Haygood, Jeanece Lyles, Gil Mayers, Billie McCray, Traci Mims-Jones, Naim Rashid, Adrian Rhodes, James Robinson, Rootman, Laurence Walden, Roosevelt Watson III, Olice E. Williams and Daniel R. Wynn
5/31/2008
5/29/2008
ARTISTS WANTED
LOCAL ARTISTS NEEDED FOR A FREE MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL
(Yes, this will be FREE to the public AND the artists thanks to Publix who has agreed to help with the event).
SATURDAY JUNE 28TH from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Veterans Park on Veterans Parkway off Race Track Rd.
St Johns, FL (previously known as Fruit Cove & south of Mandarin)
For performing arts we are looking for 26 - 30 of the best artists in our area! Any and all performing acts will be considered. Dance, solo, duets, instrumentalists, bands or just about anything!
Submit a 10 minute maximum DVD with contact information and short bio to:
Gail Smithson
PO Box 600896
Jacksonville, FL 32260
Or email a link for an online video to gail323is@bellsouth.net with your contact information and short bio.
NO CDs with music alone accepted! IT MUST BE A VIDEO. We are experienced with the live home video of music so don’t worry about the sound.
All performing arts submissions MUST be received by June 9th for consideration. You will be notified if chosen by June 12th.
For visual arts send your contact information and type of art you plan to display and or sell. You must provide your own canopy, chairs, tables and anything else you may need to display your art with. All are welcome but YOU MUST SEND YOUR INFORMATION IN TO SECURE A SPOT! US mail or email.
ALL artists MUST agree to volunteer 5 hours of pre festival work. Things like taking flyers around to local businesses, making phone calls, passing out flyers to the public, etc. You will be provided with clear and precise instructions when needed.
(Yes, this will be FREE to the public AND the artists thanks to Publix who has agreed to help with the event).
SATURDAY JUNE 28TH from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Veterans Park on Veterans Parkway off Race Track Rd.
St Johns, FL (previously known as Fruit Cove & south of Mandarin)
For performing arts we are looking for 26 - 30 of the best artists in our area! Any and all performing acts will be considered. Dance, solo, duets, instrumentalists, bands or just about anything!
Submit a 10 minute maximum DVD with contact information and short bio to:
Gail Smithson
PO Box 600896
Jacksonville, FL 32260
Or email a link for an online video to gail323is@bellsouth.net with your contact information and short bio.
NO CDs with music alone accepted! IT MUST BE A VIDEO. We are experienced with the live home video of music so don’t worry about the sound.
All performing arts submissions MUST be received by June 9th for consideration. You will be notified if chosen by June 12th.
For visual arts send your contact information and type of art you plan to display and or sell. You must provide your own canopy, chairs, tables and anything else you may need to display your art with. All are welcome but YOU MUST SEND YOUR INFORMATION IN TO SECURE A SPOT! US mail or email.
ALL artists MUST agree to volunteer 5 hours of pre festival work. Things like taking flyers around to local businesses, making phone calls, passing out flyers to the public, etc. You will be provided with clear and precise instructions when needed.
5/08/2008
THE ORPHAN WORKS BILL
THIS IS BAD NEWS FOR ALL WHO CALL
THEMSELVES ARTISTS.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqBZd0cP5Yc
THEMSELVES ARTISTS.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqBZd0cP5Yc
5/07/2008
4/30/2008
CALL FOR ARTISTS
8th Annual Regional Juried Exhibition
All Florida artists are eligible. The entry fee is $30 for up to 3 slides. Chosen artists will display their artwork in the Main Gallery of Gainesville’s historic Thomas Center from July 12th to August 24th, 2008. The exhibition will be juried by Dr. Amy Vigilante, current Director of the University galleries, School of Art and Art History at the University of Florida. Drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, fine crafts, and sculpture are eligible. Artists will display their work and compete for one $1000 prize and two $500 prizes, distributed during the award reception on July 17th, 2008. Awardees will also be eligible for entrance into a group exhibition, “Juror's Choice: 2008 Regional Award Winners” next year. The application deadline is May 21, 2008. Please refer to the attached application for details. For additional information, please contact Erin Friedberg, Visual Arts Coordinator at 352-393-8532, by e-mail at friedbereh@cityofgainesville.org or online at http://www.gvlculturalaffairs.org/
application link----http://www.gvlculturalaffairs.org/website/programs_events/Galleries/Call%20for%20Entries_08juried.pdf
All Florida artists are eligible. The entry fee is $30 for up to 3 slides. Chosen artists will display their artwork in the Main Gallery of Gainesville’s historic Thomas Center from July 12th to August 24th, 2008. The exhibition will be juried by Dr. Amy Vigilante, current Director of the University galleries, School of Art and Art History at the University of Florida. Drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, fine crafts, and sculpture are eligible. Artists will display their work and compete for one $1000 prize and two $500 prizes, distributed during the award reception on July 17th, 2008. Awardees will also be eligible for entrance into a group exhibition, “Juror's Choice: 2008 Regional Award Winners” next year. The application deadline is May 21, 2008. Please refer to the attached application for details. For additional information, please contact Erin Friedberg, Visual Arts Coordinator at 352-393-8532, by e-mail at friedbereh@cityofgainesville.org or online at http://www.gvlculturalaffairs.org/
application link----http://www.gvlculturalaffairs.org/website/programs_events/Galleries/Call%20for%20Entries_08juried.pdf
4/16/2008
JEWELRY WORKSHOP (Sat May 10th)
Pam Barnett is leading a workshop this Saturday at the Karpeles. Please contact PAM for time and details at 230-9593 or ,
jewelrycoolery@gmail.com
jewelrycoolery@gmail.com
CALL FOR ARTISTS (women)
The next Art and Soul exhibition at the Women's Center of Jacksonville is entitled, "On the Map." The theme of the show is the world around us captured in landscapes, architecture, and things made of natural materials. All forms of media are sought. This exhibition is open to all women artists working in the Southeast region. Entries must be original and be postmarked by April 29, 2008. Applications are available on-line or attached to this email.Questions? Call the Women's Center at 904.722.3000 or Allison Graff at 860.4034
http://womenscenterofjax.org/news/callMap.asp
http://womenscenterofjax.org/news/callMap.asp
4/07/2008
GENERAL MEETING
Our regularly monthly meeting Wednesday April 10th
6:30pm @ The Karpeles Manuscript Museum
6:30pm @ The Karpeles Manuscript Museum
4/01/2008
ART WALK APRIL 2
The Art Center Presents:One image of our city...16 artists...16 different stylesPut it all together & you get:MOSAICPlease join the Art Center for the unveiling of our collaborative masterpiece.04.02.08 5PM-9PM31 W. Adams St.Downtown Jax.
3/19/2008
ART OPPORTUNITY
Affordable Portfolios in Association with Rapture Productions Presents
A JAZZ ART AFFAIR, 2 DAY ART SHOW & AUCTION
A FUND RAISER FOR 2 LOCAL NON PROFIT GROUPS
FRIDAY APRIL 25TH & SAT APRIL 26TH
FRIDAY NIGHT SILENT AUCTION AND LIVE JAZZ SHOW
PARTICIPATING ARTIST WILL DISPLAY AND SELL ART
BOTH DAYS AND PART TAKE IN A LIVE AS WELL AS A SILENT AUCTION
REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION MEETING FOR INTERESTED ARTIST WILL BE SATURDAY MARCH 15TH AT 3PM - POPPY LOVE SMOKE, 112 E. ADAMS STREET
JACKSONVILLE FL
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO DISPLAY AND SELL YOUR RENDERINGS
THE EVENT WILL BE HELD AT THE
KARPELES MANUSCRIPT MUSEUM
A JAZZ ART AFFAIR, 2 DAY ART SHOW & AUCTION
A FUND RAISER FOR 2 LOCAL NON PROFIT GROUPS
FRIDAY APRIL 25TH & SAT APRIL 26TH
FRIDAY NIGHT SILENT AUCTION AND LIVE JAZZ SHOW
PARTICIPATING ARTIST WILL DISPLAY AND SELL ART
BOTH DAYS AND PART TAKE IN A LIVE AS WELL AS A SILENT AUCTION
REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION MEETING FOR INTERESTED ARTIST WILL BE SATURDAY MARCH 15TH AT 3PM - POPPY LOVE SMOKE, 112 E. ADAMS STREET
JACKSONVILLE FL
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO DISPLAY AND SELL YOUR RENDERINGS
THE EVENT WILL BE HELD AT THE
KARPELES MANUSCRIPT MUSEUM
ART OPPORTUNITY @ iD
iD Arts Magazine Jacksonville is seeking to expand its artist count. These> are free features that we offer to all local artists, considering their work> is suitable for use in the public and private school systems.> > iD is also seeking staff writers. The goal is to not only sell the local> arts culture, but to sell the city itself. Lots is planned that needs the> help of the right writers. This is an excellent way to have something else> published for a resume and portfolio.
www.idmagazinejax.com
e-mail iD2002@comcast.net
www.idmagazinejax.com
e-mail iD2002@comcast.net
3/17/2008
3/13/2008
3/06/2008
RANDOM THOUGHTS by Ingrid Mathurin
Ingrid Mathurin is exhibiting her art @ LibraryDowntown gallery. The show is titled "RAMDOM THOUGHTS" is up for 3 weeks. Drop by to see what Ingrid is up to.
R. Hilbert and Gene Hollomon "MAGIC"
Roxann Hilbert and Gene Hollomon at The Magic Dinners Restaurant in Mandarin on San Jose Blvd. Rox. did two Presentations, (J. Weldon Johnson and Barbara Jordan and Gene did some History of Paul Robeson and sang Ole Man River). The audience were customers at the affair!
2/29/2008
CALL FOR ARTISTS
The Women's Center of Jacksonville Art & Soul Presents "On the Map"July 17, 2008 through September 15, 2008
The theme of this show is our world: landscapes, architecture, and things made of natural materials. All forms of media are sought. This Call for Artists is open to all women artists working in the Southeast region. Entries must be original and be postmarked by April 29, 2008. Incomplete applications and/or materials will not be considered. Applications are available online at www.womenscenterofjax.org, or by calling the Women's Center at 904-722-3000.
The theme of this show is our world: landscapes, architecture, and things made of natural materials. All forms of media are sought. This Call for Artists is open to all women artists working in the Southeast region. Entries must be original and be postmarked by April 29, 2008. Incomplete applications and/or materials will not be considered. Applications are available online at www.womenscenterofjax.org, or by calling the Women's Center at 904-722-3000.
2/26/2008
ART @ THE MET April 12-13
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!The 2008 Art at the Met art show and sale will feature the work of prize-winning artists and master craftspeople from around the country.Art at the Met is a popular area during the festival where patrons are able to enjoy both the sounds of first-rate jazz performers and browse through the work of talented artists from around the nation. Entry to Art at the Met is included in the Jacksonville Jazz Festival ticket price.
Mediums include: Clay, Digital, Drawing, Fiber, Furniture, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Painting, Sculpture and Wood.Be a part of the 2008 Art at the Met!
Michelle Brooks
Promotions Manager
Downtown Vision, Inc.
214 N. Hogan St. Ste. 120
Jacksonville, FL 32202
o: 904-634-0303 ext. 230
f: 904-634-8988
www.downtownjacksonville.org
Mark your calendar - March 5th, First Wednesday Art Walk - 5pm-9pm
Mediums include: Clay, Digital, Drawing, Fiber, Furniture, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Painting, Sculpture and Wood.Be a part of the 2008 Art at the Met!
Michelle Brooks
Promotions Manager
Downtown Vision, Inc.
214 N. Hogan St. Ste. 120
Jacksonville, FL 32202
o: 904-634-0303 ext. 230
f: 904-634-8988
www.downtownjacksonville.org
Mark your calendar - March 5th, First Wednesday Art Walk - 5pm-9pm
2/23/2008
Dykgraaf with Driskell
JCAAA member Annelies Dykgraaf at book signing with David Driskell.
photo by MHat
2/19/2008
DAVID DRISKELL @ UNF
Gallery Presents an ‘Evening with David Driskell’
Artist, historian, collector and curator Dr. David C. Driskell will speak about his life and work in the context of 20th century African American art at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, in the Fine Arts Center’s Recital Hall. The evening will begin at 6 p.m. with a musical performance by Dr. Charlotte Mabrey and her Music Department students. Artist Jefferson Pinder, a protege of Driskell, will speak at 6:40 p.m., followed by a performance by the UNF Gospel Choir. In 2000, President Bill Clinton bestowed the National Humanities Medal on Driskell noting that he has focused attention on black artists sparking worldwide interest among art lovers, critics and historians and enriching America’s cultural heritage and history. Driskell will also sign copies of his recently published book “David C. Driskell: Artist and Scholar” following his lecture. For more information about Driskell and other Gallery events.
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