Name: Niya S. Title: Time-out! For Mommy Grade: K-5
“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 …
“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 …
“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 – …
“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
“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 …
“Annie & Ava: The Mystery of the Haunted House” by Kaileah K.
Name: Kaileah K. Title: Annie & Ava: The Mystery of the Haunted House Grade: 3rd
“When My Brother Laughs” by Charlotte J.
Name: Charlotte J. Title: When My Brother Laughsl Grade: 2nd
“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 …
“Super Animals” by Sophia A.
Name: Sophia A. Title: Super Animals Grade: 1st
“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 …
“The Princess & the Dragon” by Luci D.
Name: Luci D. Title: The Princess & the Dragon Grade: K-5
“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 …
“Remembering Mother” by Alexiya C.
Name: Alexiya C. Title: Remembering Mother Grade: 3rd
“Super Noodle” by Olivia R.
Name: Olivia R. Title: Super Noodle Grade: 2nd
“If I Could Fly With Time!” by Nishi S.
Name: Nishi S. Title: If I Could Fly With Time! Grade: 1st
“The Three Little Cats” by Lilah K.
Name: Lilah K. Title: The Three Little Cats Grade: K-5
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 …
“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 …
“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 …
“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 …
“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 …
“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 …
“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 …
“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 …
“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 …
“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
“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” …
“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 …
“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 …
“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 …
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“Reef” by Rhonda Peskey
Artist: Rhonda Peskey Genre: Painting Bio: Since 2010 my entire world has been drastically altered. After raising 5 children and being the primary breadwinner for most of my life, my children were grown and I was too ill to work. If my daughters in law hadn’t taught me to create jewelry and put paint on canvas, I would be lost. …
“Fertile Fire” by Zoe Conard
Artist: Zoe Conard Genre: Sculpture Bio: Hello! My name is Zoe Conard, I am a current student at FSCJ and studying to get my AA. Then hopefully transferring to further my education in the arts and receive my BFA in ceramics. I have been practicing ceramics for almost five years and continue to fall more in love with it everyday. …
“Rainy Day Lights” by Marcos Abreu
Artist: Marcos Abreu Genre: Painting Bio: I am an abstract painter. Piece: Rainy Day Lights Piece Description: The painting was created using acrylic paint on watercolor paper. Web: Marcos Abreu – Website Marcos Abreu – Facebook
“Worries” by Dayi Fu
Artist: Dayi Fu Genre: Painting Bio: I’m 19 years old, and I graduated from a Jacksonville high school as valedictorian in 2015. I plan on attending The Cooper Union this fall. I have been drawing and painting since 10th grade, and since then, I’ve been continuously creating personal and academic work. My inspiration can be derived from natural elements, lyrics …