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“Tears In The Morning” by Patrick Rose

Artist: Patrick Rose Genre: Music Bio: Patrick A. Rose (ASCAP ARTIST) Pat got his first piano at age 7 and his first guitar at age 11. He formed his first band at age 14 in Savannah, Ga. He performs as a solo singer/guitarist, and with the band “Mid-Life Crisis” (www.mif-lifecrisis.net). He has performed throughout the southeast, and owns Rose Recording …

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“Long Cycle Ride” by Heather and Holly Blanton

Artist: Heather and Holly Blanton Genre: Painting Bio: We are twin artists,originally from Jacksonville, Florida. This is a collaborate piece done by us recently. Holly is an abstract and realist painter and Heather specializes in sports themed works. Their work can be seen at Stellers Gallery and the Beaches History Museum in Jacksonville Beach. Their websites are www.hollyblantonart.com and www.heatherblanton.com. …

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“East” by Lynette Walther

Artist: Lynette Walther Genre: Sculpture Bio: I am an artist, writer and photographer and a retired college educator (journalism/graphic design). Through my travels I have combed beaches on many continents and the result is a trove of seagrass and vintage china shards which I recycle and fashion into “Arti-facts,” fanciful sea creatures — starfish, mermaids and seahorses. Piece: East Piece …

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“Gibson Homeplace” by Wayne Morgan

Artist: Wayne Morgan Genre: Photography Bio: I started taking pictures in 1999 after having heart issues which required a pacemaker. I was thirty five years old. Since then I have published five coffeetable books with my nature/scenic photographs. Satilla Solitude, Kase For The Environment, Satilla Solitude 2nd Edition, Okefenokee Swamp – Wild & Natural, and Zirkle To Alaska – My …

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“The Summoner’s Gem” by Garrett Corfield

Artist: Garrett Corfield Genre: Painting Bio: I work in many mediums including oils, acrylics, ink, pen, and pencil. I love painting landscapes, but recently my favorite has been psychedelic art. Piece: The Summoner’s Gem Piece Description: This piece started out as an oil landscape, but I got bored and decided to give it a trippy twist. Web: Garrett Corfield – …

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“wjct banner” by Rade Stjepanovic

Artist: Rade Stjepanovic Genre: Other Bio: My name is Rade Stjepanovic, and I am a highly motivated graphic-web designer from Jacksonville, Florida. Piece: wjct banner Piece Description: Each letter (wjct) has a story behind it. They describe Jacksonville and WJCT as well. Web: Rade Stjepanovic – Website Rade Stjepanovic – Facebook Rade Stjepanovic – Twitter Rade Stjepanovic – Behance

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“The Moon is Falling” by Amy Traver

Artist: Amy Traver Genre: Painting Bio: I think art should make you happy. I think you should smile or cry when you look at a painting or drawing. That means it moves you. I am a self-taught artist, I have always drawn or painted but never really “put them out there” until recently, when my best friend said I should …

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“Bromeliad Burst” by Abby Howard Murphy

Artist: Abby Howard Murphy Genre: Painting Bio: In my youth, I created gifts of handmade painted ornaments and stage designs. As an adult, I create children’s murals and even converted offices to NYC streets and underwater kingdoms. Jacksonville’s trees and glorious seascapes impressed us when work transferred us here in 1996. I have returned to canvas with acrylic and oil …

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“The Greater Light” by Sherri Lewis-Seals

Artist: Sherri Lewis-Seals Genre: Painting Bio: I am currently working in Pastels. I absolutely love the colors and the vibrancy of this medium. I am a Jacksonville native, a graduate of JU, happily married for 18 years, and I worked for over 31 years in IT. Now I have returned to my first love of Art. I am fortunate to …

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“Community Loaves Wheat Mosaic” by Kate Garcia Rouh

Artist: Kate Garcia Rouh Genre: Sculpture Bio: Kate Garcia Rouh & Kenny Rouh are RouxArt. Kate is an Art Teacher for 20+ years and a lifelong Artist. Kenny is retired from Crowley Maritime. Together they make impacting mosaic art. Kate’s genesis project was “100th Anniversary Mosaic” with her students at West Riverside School. Since One Spark 2013, RouxArt has completed …

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WJCT Presents Special Screening & Panel Discussion of Independent Lens’ The Armor of Light, An Exploration of Faith To Fight Gun Violence

Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT Presents Special Screening & Panel Discussion of Independent Lens’ The Armor of Light, An Exploration of Faith To Fight Gun Violence Documentary and Panel Feature Lucy McBath, Mother of Shooting Victim Jordan Davis (Jacksonville, FL, April 7, 2016); Join WJCT on April 26 at …

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“GARDEN SPAGHETTI HOUSE” by Lucy Cortese

GARDEN SPAGHETTI HOUSE by Lucy Cortese Sepia-colored images on the wrinkled photo dissolve the faded smiles and blurred features of my parents proud Italian immigrants standing in front of their new establishment first-time restaurant owners Garden Spaghetti House the sign above their heads in bold letters Garden literal translation for Giardino a word that stumbles and mumbles euphemism bastardization of …

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“Jax.Fla.” by Viktor Lazarev

Artist: Viktor Lazarev Genre: Painting Bio: About Viktor Lazarev… Was born (Kazakhstan,USSR)… daycare… all schools… university(civil engineering diploma)… work… ‘revolutions’, removals(migrations)… Became an artist(or being one before,or not at all, you’re the judge!),self… live in JAX.FLA.USA… and still alive. Thank you (for your visit and a positive thoughts). Cheers. With Love. Vic Contact: lazarevv@bellsouth.net Piece: Jax.Fla. Piece Description: “Jax.Fla.”-original art …

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“Pear with cherries” by John Taddia

Artist: John Taddia Genre: Painting Bio: I am a 65 year old male. Married with 2 daughters 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. I love to paint and draw. My dream in life was always to succeed in art. I would still love for that to happen. Piece: Pear with cherries Piece Description: This is a water color on 80lb …

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“Atlantic Sailfish” by “Doc” (John) Fabiano

Artist: “Doc” (John) Fabiano Genre: Other Bio: Doc Fabiano, has been a Jacksonville resident since 1978 and an artist, writer, cook, fisherman, and sailor most of his life. Growing up in a maritime community and settling in the lower latitudes, Doc has caught, consumed, or released most of his subjects. The present work is a progression that began while he …

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“Batman” by Roselynn Imbleau

Artist: Roselynn Imbleau Genre: Painting Bio: Heart driven artist. I work in oil, work from emotion and memory, and from small moments distilled from life. Currently, I am a VAMFA candidate at JU, and I live in Ponte Vedra. My work has been exhibited in North & South Carolina. Piece: Batman Piece Description: Oil on handmade paper. The square surfaces …

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“Song Of The Summer Squall” by Arvid Smith

Artist: Arvid Smith Genre: Music Bio: I am a composer / performer working with stringed instruments in non-traditional as well familiar roles. This approach is reflected in my music not only in sound but in the stylistic blending of various genre. Piece: Song Of The Summer Squall Piece Description: Instrumental / multi layered “Song Of The Summer Squall” draws from …

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“Bella Nadien” by Brion Griffin

Artist: Brion Griffin Genre: Painting Bio: American, born in the Canal Zone, Panama, raised in Honduras. Attended the Art Inst. of Ft. Lauderdale for Advertising and Fashion Design. Shown and sold from Florida to California. Love painting interesting portraits, landscapes and abstract/cubism. Used to paint for the fun of it, now I mostly do commissioned work. I donate a lot …

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“Missing Summer” by Bill Sims

Artist: Bill Sims Genre: Music Bio: Shoot The Pier is a Jacksonville, FL based father-daughter band. We write, record and produce original instrumental surf music. Our CD and EP received strong reviews and get current airplay on CA college stations. We are honored to have been featured in the January 2015 Folio Weekly, and pleased our tunes are in films …

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“Warmth” by Lauren Wheeler

Artist: Lauren Wheeler Genre: Other Bio: I am a student studying visual arts in Jacksonville. Inspired by my teachers, peers, and surroundings. Piece: Warmth Piece Description: An experiment with scanned traditional collages and digital manipulation. Web: Lauren Wheeler – Facebook

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“When I Have Fears” by Chris Moriarty

Artist: Chris Moriarty Genre: Music Bio: My band Stardirt is a three-piece pop rock ensemble originally from Orlando. We write and play music for our own pleasure, but are always willing to share! I am a huge fan of music, art, and poetry, and we set the John Keats poem “When I Have Fears That I May Cease to Be” …

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“Soon” by Julien Dournaux

soon by Hadley's Couch Artist: Julien Dournaux Genre: Music Bio: My name is Julien Dournaux. I am the front man for a new band called “Hadley’s Couch.” We live in St. Augustine. Our sound is inspired by artists such as Damien Rice, James Blunt, and Coldplay. We have recently begun exploring the music scene. We are young (20), and write …

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“Letter to My Father” by Alfred Johnson III

Letter to My Father by Alfred Johnson III No effort was contributed on your end to establish our bond You missed being the first to hold me in your arms Never thanked God for blessing you with your one and only son Never got to experience the poignant moment of me crawling in between you and my mom Regardless, you’ll …

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“Guana Frog” by Keith Beck

Artist: Keith Beck Genre: Photography Bio: I was born in Jacksonville and have lived here most of my life. I enjoy getting out and hiking. My wife and I have been to a number of national parks, with Glacier in Montana being our favorite. Guana is my favorite place to hike around Jacksonville. Piece: Guana Frog Piece Description: The combination …