LOOK WHO's IN THE TIMES UNION.

Jacksonville very own gold medalist fencing champ Princess Rashid has a doll to commemorate her event. The doll was desiged by Kathleen Balbona
to raise money for the Salvation Army charities. If you want to bid on this doll are any of the other ones , call for more info :(904)301-4841 by Thursday. The event will be held @ the 21st
annual Celebrity Chefs Tasting Luncheon and silent auction. (click pic to enlarge)

HOLLY GREEN (visual artist)

Holly Green is one of "Ja-Kah " new artists. Holly is an emerging painter. Her inspiration comes from nature. We are glad to have you with us Holly!

JCAAA MONTHLY MEETING ( March 6, 2007) 6:30pm

SEE YA THERE!

COOKIE DAVIS @ SAN JON GALLERY

Amelia SanJon Gallery will be featuring in March 2nd¹s Friday¹s Art Walk>Jacksonville sculptor, Cookie Davis, with sculpture from her two series>³Guarding American Beach² and ³Friends of MaVynee¹s², honoring our own >Beach>Lady in a tribute to her courage, dedication and style so admired by us >all.>The work will continue on display throughout the new upcoming show by>nationally known painter Mary Britten Lynch. Mary Britton¹s show will >open>March 10th and will continue through April 30th. Amelia SanJon Gallery is>located in the historic district of Fernandina Beach, Florida at 218A Ash>Street. 904-491-8040. Gallery hours are 10:30-5 Monday-Saturday and>10:00-4:00 on Sunday.

PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP THIS SATURDAY

Princess and Annelies are conducting a free printmaking workshop at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum at Laura and 1st St. just north of downtown one block behind FCCJ Downtown campus. Please come and have a good time and spread the word. Both children and adults welcome. 12pm-3pm

The Evans Collection

Walter Evans and panel in a lecture at The Cummer Museum. An image of one of his favorite piece "The Negro Speaks of Rivers" by Aaron Douglas is pictured.
The Walter O. Evans Collection of African American Art can be seen at The Cummer Museum for a limited time. For more information about this collection of art: (click on the link) www.walteroevansfoundation.org

ART OPPORTUNITY

San Marco Spring Fine Art Show
April 14-15
St John Town Center Fine Art Show
April 28-29

For Info: www.jandcoevents.com

THE KARPELES MUSEUM

JCAAA is currently exhibiting THE AFRICAN AMERICAN COLLECTION @ The Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum through Feb. 28th.

Jacksonville Free Press January 25-31, 2007

FLYIN' WEST

Flyin’ West is the story of a small group of African-American women whose lives changed when opportunities opened up for people willing to settle in the harsh and untested West in the late 1890s. Besides portraying strong Black women in late nineteenth-century America, the play serves as a reminder that the West was settled by a diverse population. Themes of racism, domestic violence, inter-marriage between races, pride, freedom and the strength of the family unit are examined. Contact Info:Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum 829 N. Davis Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 Phone: 904-632-5555 Fax: 904-632-5553 ritztheatre@coj.net

IMAGES OF HERITAGE & COLOR

Laurence Walden

will be exhibiting at Ragland's in Five Points

Friday Feb 2, 2007 @ 6-10pm

SUZANNE PICKETT @ THE ART CENTER

Suzanne Pickett will be the featured artist for the
month of February at THE ART CENTER.

TRACI @ FCCJ KENT

Traci Mims-Jones has a solo exhibit @ FCCJ Kent Gallery for the month of Feb. Opening reception is Tuesday, Feb 6 from 6:00-8:00pm.

DAN WYNN SHOWING @ BFAS

Dan Wynn is the Featured Visual Artist at The Beaches Fine Arts Series Concert. The performing musical group is Trio Con Brio. The concert and exhibit is January 26, 2007 at 7:30pm.

JCAAA Black History Show 2007

The JCAAArtists celebrate
Black History Month February 7-28th
@ The Karpeles Manuscript Museum.
Raines High School students will be
featured in the exhibit. OPENING
RECEPTION WEDNESDAY FEB 7th
6-8 pm

This is a reminder that our Pres. Suzanne Pickett is leading a free workshop on basic painting techniques at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum on 1st. St. at 10 a.m. Come learn and have a good time. Saturday Jan. 27th.

JCAAA "Subliminal Visions" Exhibit 2007

Members of JCAAA take a break from the exhibit to pose for a photo. Check the "FLICKR" to see the names and works of each artist.

photo by Iris Gallon

DAN IN THE TU

CALL TO ARTISTS

African Heritage Festival Commemorates Juneteenth with Celebration of the Arts
Cash prizes amounting to $17,500 will be awarded to top and emerging artists at the show.
Application postmark deadline is February 15, 2007.
Apply now to become part of this unique cultural experience!
www.JfestCentral.com

PAMELA BARNETT @ OPEN

Pamela Barnett is a guest artists at Open Gallery (San Marco). Pamela is exhibiting her watercolors and custom jewelry through the month of January. Open Gallery is located on 1838 Dewey.

FENCING / ARTIST

Princess Rashid (JCAAA member) displayed her paintings as well as her championship fencing skills Saturday at the River City Duel Til You Drop tournament, "foiling" the competition. Congrats Princess!!!!

JCAAA members in the TU

Solomon Dixon and Marsha Hatcher (members of JCAAA) had a "Kodak" moment during the opening of Suzette Solano's featured show at The Art Center Gallery @ The Carling. Suzanne Pickett is the featured artist for the month of February.

ANNELIES DYKGRAAF NOW SHOWING

Annelies Dykgraaf is exhibiting woodcuts and paintings in a solo show at Adele Grage Cultural Center January -March, 2007.

THROUGH OUR EYES 2007

Call For Artists.

The 2007 Through Our Eyes art exhibit

plans are in the making.

The theme for the show is

"WHAT'S GOIN' ON? Artists reflect on

Current Events.

This is the show for you if you got what

it takes. Got a bone to pick? Show it to

us.

The show is May 10th - July20th

Get your proposals in by Friday, Feb. 16th

deadline.

(Click on letter to enlarge)

ART OPPORTUNITY

Dear Artists,The National Society of Arts and Letters has two ten thousand dollar scholarships available. This years catagory is the visual arts, please open up the attachments for additional information and application forms. If you need additional information, please contact: Barbara Sarvis at Barbarasarvis@aol.com, or call 285-2196. Please spread the word. This is a wonderful opportunity for local young artists. Thank you. Barbara Sarvis

http://www.arts-nsal.org/winston.html

EXTRA LARGE/EXTRA SMALL

Marsha Hatcher and Cookie Davis members of JCAAA and nineteen other women artists is exhibiting at The Women Center's "Extra Large/Extra Small" show. The opening is January 18, 2007. Come and support the Women Center as well as The Arts. Reception is 6:00pm-8:00pm.

5644 Colcord Ave. 32211 (904)722-3000

www.womenscenterofjax.org

Friday January 5th , 5:30pm-8:00pm

Suzzette Solano is the first featured artist of the new year

at The Art Center gallery.

All are welcome! SUPPORT THE ARTS!

Music by Sherri Chung

Hors d'oeuvres by TACA

31 West Adams St. "The Carling"

CALL FOR ARTISTS

WELCOME TO JCAAA!!!!!!!

WELCOME JCAAA newest members.

Pam and Traci. Both multi-talent artists are painters as well as jewelry artists.

JCAAA ART EXHIBIT JAN 16TH FCCJ NORTH

The invitation (front & back) are available to all who want them. Please see Marsha if you would like an invitation. The invite cards will be available @ our 1st meeting of the new year.

JCAAA 3RD ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY & ART SHOW

JCAAA Holiday Party and Art exhibit tickets are now available for $25.00 donation. All JCAAA members are asked to sell 6 tickets. Anyone interested in supporting this fund raising event please contact Suzanne,Marsha,or Annelies. If you are a member and do not have your tickets, call Suzanne (904)725-1112. The Holiday Party/Art Show is Friday December 15th 7pm-10pm @ The Karpeles Manuscript Museum. 101 W. 1st St.

ART CENTER'S GRAND OPENING DEC 1

Come join us. 5 JCAAA artists are members and exhibiting in this grand event! Come out and support!

The participating JCAAA artists are : Suzanne Pickett, Marsha Hatcher, Princess Rashid, Annelies Dykgraaf, and Solomon Dixon.

Date: December 1, 2006
Location: 31 W. Adams Street
Time: 5-8:30 pm

Refreshments will be served!

WARNING! WARNING!!!!!!WARNING!!!!!!!!

Be aware that some scams are going around involving people buying art from websites. Warn the membership. Usually the person will claim to be from another country. They will tell you they want to purchase some art work from photos on the web or ask you to send more photos so they can make a decision. They will email you their choices then tell you that their associate will pick them up and give you a ”S Cashiers” check for the paintings. (This sounds good because as the artist because you will not have to ship or do any of the paperwork involving overseas shipment). The catch comes in the next correspondence. He will tell you that his associate is also interested in buying some of your work and he will go ahead and make the check for an amount that will be more than double the price of your paintings. The “Associate” will probably not find anything he wants and ask you to refund the overpayment. What probably will transpire if you go ahead and do the deal is that in about 15 days you will find out the original check he gave you is counterfeit and you the poor staving artist will be even hungrier because not only have you lost the art work and its income but you will have given the guy back his overpayment. What you did was pay the guy to take the work off your hands.I wrote the guy back and told him the deal sounded fine but that I would have to wait 15 days according to the bank before I could release the merchandise. I haven’t heard back from him.BE AWARE and spread the word!

ART OPPORTUNITY

Artists !!!!
The City has begun occupation of the Edward Ball Building on the corner of Hogan and Adams Streets. To help them with their Open House on December 5th as well as decorate their public areas of the offices, the Department of Public Works has asked me to contact the artists that I know to see if anyone is interested in displaying their works in the offices. Other City offices will be filling in the building over the next year and a half, so the public traffic will grow rapidly.
The arrangement details would be made through the Public Works Department. You would be able to display some of your work for x number of months and have your contact information available should anyone be interested in purchasing.
If you are interested in consideration, you need to reply to me with your name, contact information and either attached pictures of your work or a website showing your work. From there, I will forward the information to the Public Works Department and they will contact you.
If you have any additional questions, don’t hesitate to let me know.
Thanks and Happy Thanksgiving!
Circe

Circe LeNoble
Downtown Promotions Assistant
Downtown Vision, Inc.
214 N. Hogan Street, Ste. 201
904.634.0303 ext. 230
www.downtownjacksonville.org

FAITH RINGGOLD'S ART TALK

Faith Ringgold shown here with Carol Alexander from The Ritz. Artist Faith Ringgold talked about her connection to Jacksonville, 50 years of her very unique art and read from several of her books (written and Illustrated by Faith) which she also signed if you were fortunate to get one. You can see most of Mrs. Ringgold's work on her web site.

www.faithringgold.com

photo by MHAT

KEITH DOLES @ JIA from NOV.1--JAN 31

Keith Doles, metal and wood sculpture“I create with a childlike, energetic spirit. I use geometric shapes and organic forms and merge them into work that feeds the mind with wonder, reflection and question.”
Doles is a Jacksonville, Florida native and a graduate of the University of North Florida. His range of work includes graphic design, painting and wood sculpture. He has taken an economical and environmental approach to creating art by using discarded wood and metal to produce abstract sculptures of the human form. It forces him to better understand the principles of design including balance, unity, value, color and texture.
Doles has exhibited in art galleries in St. Augustine, Florida, St. Petersburg, Florida and Jacksonville. His work can be found in private collections and public institutions. www.keithdoles.com

MS. RINGGOLD @ THE RITZ

FAITH RINGGOLD : MORE THAN 40 YEARS Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm. You’re invited to meet the artist! Join Faith Ringgold for a captivating presentation surveying her career from the 1960s to the present. Ringgold will share unique stories and imagery capturing politics, civil rights, humor, jazz and her southern roots.

ART EXHIBIT FOR THE MATURE WOMAN

Good women artists: attached is application for a special juried show that >the Art and Soul program of the Women's Center of Jacksonville is >presenting in partnership with Fogle Fine Arts. If you are over 50 years >old, we invite you to participate. Sorry you younger ladies, but be sure >and come to the event and enjoy the work of the 5 artists chosen. The >application is also available on-line at womenscenterofjax.org.

IN THE NEWS Times Union.11/11/06

www.hellojacksonville.com/artist

The Gallery is "OPEN"

Three ladies with talent!

Princess Rashid, Jellena Gallon, and Liz Burns show their support for artists displaying their work at Open Gallery this month. Princess and Annelies work will be on display for the month of November.

OPENING NIGHT @ OPEN GALLERY

It was a packed house at The OPEN Gallery. Annelies Dykgraaf works on a woodcut as she display her art work and a little of her African heritage.

WHAT PRINCESS SAID

By Angela WilliamsFirst Coast News JAX, FL -

Life, entertainment, and a bit of color. This is part of downtown's changing face, and now local artists have a chance to put a colorful touch on it.“Downtown will only be as great as the people in it and if we don’t build this thing here, we are actually hurting the vision of the city,” says Princess Rashid. Princess is one of several local artists working with Downtown Vision to showcase art in vacant buildings. It also gives her paintings a steady home. “Instead of hustling and slinging my work all over the place and having it up for only one night and then having to take it somewhere else the next day, I have a place it can stay a month,” says Rashid.

Downtown businesses also like what they see. Juan Gonzalez owns Hemming Plaza Jewelry. He's renting the empty building next to him so artists can use it as a gallery during the city's next art walk.“It’s helping the artists to expose their work and it’s helping the landlord because he wants to lease it and have people see what a great venue it is,” says Gonzalez. With several residential lofts already underway, the city says they see this new project as another way to promote life downtown as well as the people who help keep it alive. “We’re in Jacksonville and Jacksonville’s our city and that’s where we have to make our name,” says Rashid.

If you would like more information about this growing art scene, contact Downtown Vision at (904)-634-0303. To find out about gallery space through the Artists Cooperative Center, contact Princess Rashid at (904)-745-0956.

" ME AND MR. B "

JCAAA TO EXHIBIT @ FCCJ NORTH CAMPUS

JCAAA has been asked to exhibit at FCCJ North Campus in Jan/Feb 2007. All artists (including performing) that are interested please contact Marsha Hatcher at
msehat2@comcast.net or call 655-7239

HAVE YOU SUBSCRIBED TO THIS SITE YET?

JCAAA MEETING TODAY. 6:30 @ THE KARPELES

Jacksonville International Airport Arts Commission- Call To Artists-Deadline 11/20/06

CALL TO 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 3 hours shifts. Times will preferably be during the day, but can be discussed. A 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 your resume, up to 10 digital images of work, and a letter of interest to Faith Jordan by November 20th. Images must represent the work you would undertake while at the airport. CDs will not be returned.

Any questions can be directed to Faith Jordan at the below contact information.


Faith Jordan
Program Coordinator
Jacksonville International Airport Arts Commission
fjordan@jaa.aero
904.741.3546
Mailing Address: PO Box 18018
Jacksonville, Fl. 32229
Fed Ex/UPS Address: 14201 Pecan Park Road
Jacksonville, Fl. 32218

Two JCAAA Artists Exhibit @ The Open Gallery -11/9/06

Two JCAAA Artists: Annelies Dykgraaf & Princess Rashid, among others will exhibit. Opening night, artists will also work on unfinished pieces during the show! Mark your calendar!

This event will be catered by Chai House Tea Company & PRP Wines. Make sure you RSVP.

Address: 1838 Dewey Place, Jacksonville (San Marco), FL 32207.

RSVP with Jennifer Price at 502-9385.

Hope to see you there!!!

TALLAHASSEE 621 GALLERY WANT ARTISTS

621 Gallery is currently seeking proposals for the 07/08 season. We are open to professional artists. All media, cutting edge contemporary themes preferred. Main gallery space is 77'x30' with 12' walls, 24' vaulted ceiling, additional 32'x16' space. No fees, no limitations. 40% commission on sales. A new 3 person exhibition each month with solos in the smaller space. Please send application to Chris Hampton, 621 Gallery, 621 Industrial Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32310. For more information call (850) 224-6163 or visit our website at www.621gallery.com.Qualifications: All professional artists- no media limitationsHow to Apply: Please send application to Chris Hampton, 621 Gallery, 621 Industrial Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32310 postmarked no later thatn December 10, 2006. For more information call (850) 224-6163 or visit our website at www.621gallery.com.

INVITATION FROM OPEN GALLERY

OPEN GALLERY in San Marco would like to invite you to our second event!!!November 9th (5-9pm), PRP Wines will be hosting a wine tasting celebrating 12 local Jacksonville artists. Artists will be present, working on unfinished pieces, and available for conversation. We encourage everyone to come to Open Gallery - 1838 Dewey Place - 32207. Catering provided by Chai House Tea Co. ARTISTS (of all types) WANTED for future shows.... Sponsorships for students and teachers available. Have them contact Jennifer Price at 502-9385 or Hope to see you there!!!

SAT. OCT. 28TH @ THE RITZ

Quilt making workshop with Billie McCray Learn the basics of the "Yo-Yo" quilt, a fun and easy hand quilting technique. Saturday, October 28 10:30 - 12:30 pm Regular museum student admission fee: $3.00 Bring fabric swatches to swap or share scissors, needle and thread. For more information contact: Adonnica L. Toler Museum Assistant Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum

JCAAA WORKING ON PLANTATION

JCAAA was invited to be a part of this historical event. Thanks to all artists that participated and special thanks to John, Marsha, Suzanne, Annelies, and Jellena.

Suzanne Pickett and Annelies Dykgraaf painting little faces at

Kingsley Plantation Event Saturday.

RASHID SUMS IT UP!!!!

Some members of JCAAA drop by FCCJ South Gallery @ the opening of SUM OF ALL THINGS
by Princess Rashid.
Annelies Dykgraaf, Princess Rashid, Dan Wynn, Marsha Hatcher, and Solomon Dixon.

A JOURNEY IN PAINTING, QUILTING AND STORYTELLING

RINGGOLD AT THE RITZ

Lydia Stewart curator for the Lavilla Museum introduces Faith Ringgold's Southern Roots to Jacksonville's citizens at the opening October 12th. The show will run through January 19, 2007. Expect an appearance from Ms. Ringgold at the museum soon.

JCAAA @ BLACK EXPO 06

BLACK EXPO SATURDAY SEPT 30th

JCAAA will take part in the 2006 Black Expo. Please come by our display from 11am-7pm this Saturday. Marsha, Suzanne, Annelies and other JCAAArtists will be looking for U.

PRINCESS RASHID @ FCCJ DOWNTOWN, 10/4/06

You are Invited : October 4, 2006"The Sum of All Things: Original Prints and Paintings by Princess Simpson Rashid "

Lectures/Artist Talk: 12 pm and 5 pm.

Artist will discuss work and process. Special emphasis will be on original printmaking processes.


Opening Reception: October 4, 2006

Time: 5-8 pm

Location: FCCJ Downtown Campus,
101 West State Street,
Jacksonville, FL 32202904
904 633-8210

with DIGNITY

Gil Mayers with a few of his "Dignity" art.

DIGNITY

Images Of Dignity Show at the Karpeles showcased works of art by seven of JCAAA members.
Gil Mayers, Marsha Hatcher, Suzanne Pickett, Princess Rashid, Annelies Dykgraaf, Solomon Dixon, and Joe Sanders. We all had a special treat from three of JCAAA's performing artists Roxann Hilbert, Salome, and Jellena Gallon. Good Job Guys! The Show will continue thru the end of the month. (Sept)

BEACH MEETS WEST! LE JAZZ HOT
Sunday Oct. 15th @ 3:30 pm Marsha Hatcher will be the featured visual artist for this event.
Although this concert is free, due to limited setting, you will need tickets. Tickets are available @ several location around the city as well as the Beaches Fine Arts building. You can also get free tickets @ The Florida Theatre
You can also call me (Marsha) for tickets . 904-655-7239

THE WELL FED ARTIST

ATTENTION

Artists, Students, Graphic Designers and Marketing Professionals

Plan to be participate in the

“Through Our Eyes”

Professional Development Gallery Talk

“The Well Fed Artist”

Featuring Hester Clark of the Hester Group
Public Relations Agency
www.hester-group.com

This interactive presentation will examine the field of Graphic Design
and explore real-life options for visual artists who want to get paid!

Thursday, September 14, 2006
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum
829 N. Davis Street
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
904-632-5555

"BLACK MARKET"

Annual Through Our Eyes Artist Marketplace is this Saturday Sept. 9th
Speciality items created by the artists will be available for purchase.
Shop now for the coming holidays!!!!
Ritz/Lavilla Museum 829 N. Davis Street (904) 632-5555