Artist: Kasey Thigpen Genre: Photography Bio: I am a self taught artist in Nassau County. I have worked with a plethora of mediums, including acrylics, watercolor, oils, photography, and mixed media. Piece: His Name Was Daniel Piece Description: Boots on the Ground Event
“Mind Travels” by Desiree Kantrim
Artist: Desiree Kantrim Genre: Painting Bio: Born in Alsace Lorraine, on he border between France and Germany, I have since lived and traveled all over the globe . Germany, France, Spain and Italy, from the U.S. to Canada, from there to Costa Rica, Africa, Thailand and even Nepal and the Himalayas- all the way to Everest Base Camp. My art …
“Closer To Free” by Mama Blue
2015 Collection 2: 3rd Place Winner – Mama Blue Local artist and 3rd Place Winner of The Square, Mama Blue, performs her song “Closer To Free”. [divider/] Artist: Mama Blue Genre: Music Bio: A native of Jacksonville, Mama Blue graduated from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts and earned a talent scholarship to Jacksonville University. Majoring in vocal performance, she …
“Floral on Wood” by John Taddia
Artist: John Taddia Genre: Painting Bio: I’m 63 years old. Married 18 years I have 2 daughters and 1 step son who have given me 9 grandchildren.I am a U.S Navy veteran and I work at the Mayo Clinic. Other than going to The Art Institute of Boston I am self trained. I paint in oils and water colors. I …
Downton Abbey Season 5 Finale
Sunday, March 1st at 9PM on WJCT-TV
“Interference” by Suzanne Stacy
Artist: Suzanne Stacy Genre: Painting Bio: Abstract expressionist painter with an emphasis on the surrounding landscape. I also paint figurative nudes but primary focus is on abstraction. I studied graphic design in college but decided my real passion was on the fine art side. Piece: Interference Piece Description: When multiple obstacles are colliding together they tend to make larger obstacles. …
“I Can Feel Her Heart (Beatin’ Inside of Mine)” by Stephen Mason
Artist: Stephen Mason Genre: Music Bio: Singer/Songwriter – Country, with occasional mixture of folk/rock with a blues overtone recorded with minimal tracks; however, still a full sound. Piece: I Can Feel Her Heart (Beatin’ Inside of Mine) Piece Description: Contemporary country song about a guy who waited too long to commit to a relationship. Web: Stephen Mason – Website Stephen …
EARTH A New Wild: Water
February 25th at 10pm on WJCT-TV
“Triathlon” by Heather Blanton
Artist: Heather Blanton Genre: Painting Bio: I am a native of North Florida, been in photography for a decade but made the switch to painter about a year ago. I paint marathons, cycle races, ski races, crew races, triathlons, and more. I love the thrill of the race, I thrive on the energy of competition and try to convey it …
“’62 Vette” by Ernie Boyette
Artist: Ernie Boyette Genre: Painting Bio: I am just an older guy who likes to paint manly things. Sailing ships and fast cars. Fighter planes and aircraft carriers. This is my retirement. I love it! Piece: ’62 Vette Piece Description: I wanted to show off my new painting. I like to paint art for men. Ships, planes and even army …
“Proud Poppies” by Paula Felici
Artist: Paula Felici Genre: Painting Bio: I am a 67 year old woman who started to paint for the first time 6 years ago. I have now exhibited in numerous venues and have a studio at Salvo Art Project in Bunnell, Fl. I have a passion for life, family, learning and painting. My goal is to have my paintings reflect …
“The Doll” by James Lacey
Artist: James Lacey Genre: Painting Bio: Jim Lacey trained as a commercial artist in the sixties and has spent many years on the road working in the carnival business painting murals on rides, concessions and whatever needed painting. At the age of 75, he’s now (mostly) off the road and has time for the type of painting he’s always enjoyed. …
“Blue Inside #10” by Joe Winston
Artist: Joe Winston Genre: Sculpture Bio: I am an art potter working with stone ware and colored porcelain clay. Combining hand building and wheel throwing. My studio has been in Fernandina since 1994. My work can be seen in Jacksonville. I am a graduate of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA. Piece: Blue Inside #10 Piece Description: Brownstone …
“Dear Mother” by Joan Leslie
Artist: Joan Leslie Genre: Spoken Word Bio: I am a writer, spoken word artist, and community organizer from Harlem, NY. My work is inspired by The Second Renaissance Movement, Urban Word and Nuyorican Cafe poets. I am dedicated to putting a voice behind unity and community uplift through spoken word and grassroots community action. I was the 2008 Frederick Douglass …
“Dandelion Wine” by Zack Howland
Artist: Zack Howland Genre: Music Bio: Originally from southwestern New Hampshire, I moved to Jacksonville nearly two years ago for the navy. I’ve been playing music in and out of bands since I was 15. Piece: Dandelion Wine Piece Description: A little bit of nostalgia, lo-fi. Web: Zack Howland – SoundCloud Zack Howland – Facebook
“Cardinal Sins #4” by Moises Ramos
Artist: Moises Ramos Genre: Painting Bio: Moises Ramos is a Puerto Rican artist whose mixed media pieces and black and white photography have been awarded several times. He received a Magna Cum Laude bachelor degree in visual arts from the University of Puerto Rico in 1990. His art work has been exposed in Spain, England, France and United States. Ramos …
“The Winter Adventure | Visual Vibe” by William Bell
Artist: William Bell Genre: Other Bio: Hey All! My name is William Bell and I’m a senior in high school in Jacksonville, Florida. I’ve been interested in the performing arts and visual representation for as long as I can remember. My hobbies include dancing, photography, vlogging, and learning more about my crafts. Piece: The Winter Adventure | Visual Vibe Piece …
Race In The River City
Premieres February 12th at 8PM on WJCT-TV
The Cookie Thief
February 16, 18, and 20 at 10am on WJCT-TV
“Stormy Horizon” by E. Curtis
Artist: E. Curtis Genre: Painting Bio: This is for Eugene Curtis who is in critical condition with a heart condition. He has painted many oil pictures depicting Florida’s beautiful ocean scenes. He currently resides in Putnam County. Piece: Stormy Horizon Piece Description: Set on a lovely small island, a brewing storm is lurking in the background.
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“abstract 6” by Jerry Albert
Artist: Jerry Albert Genre: Painting Bio: I have been painting for 40 years plus as a hobby. I work as a counselor touching peoples lives and healing emotions. Art heals my angst in life. Piece: abstract 6 Piece Description: Complex patterns join colors in a symphony of colliding colors. Oil on canvas
“Ode to the Sunhippie” by John Adams
Artist: John Adams Genre: Photography Bio: I am a photographer from Fernandina Beach and started my career working on small wooden craft in Northern California as a commercial Salmon Fisherman and Sea Urchin Diver. I moved on and then spent 20 years in the Navy on a number of other vessels traveling the world and never lost my love for …
“The Love of my Bohios” by Paco Gutierrez
Artist: Paco Gutierrez Genre: Painting Bio: Since I was born in Cuba, I have felt the need to return in my dreams and my paintings. Even though I am an abstract-expressionist, I always return to the iconic images of my lost motherland. I am looking forward to the day when I no longer have to paint from photographs and memory …
“Gaze No Release” – Dudley Ulrich
Artist: Dudley Ulrich Genre: Music Bio: Grew up and and lived in three cities Jacksonville ,Key West and Portland ,Oregon. Played live here in Jacksonville with bands and “open mike” venues. Piece: Gaze No Release Piece Description: Slow Thrown back Blues Rock Recorded at home I play all the instruments and vocals.
“Jojo” by Kaytee Esser
Artist: Kaytee Esser Genre: Painting Bio: Kaytee Esser was raised in Pennsylvania, near Chadds Ford. She holds a B.F.A. in Painting from Kutztown University, PA. She has taught in public schools and colleges. Ms. Esser is a commission artist and teaches private workshops in Animal Portraiture, People Portraiture, Acrylic, Oil Painting, Pastel, Watercolor, and Drawing. Piece: Jojo Piece Description: I …
A Path Appears
Mondays, January 26 – February 9 at 10pm on WJCT-TV
Earth A New Wild
Premieres February 4 at 9PM on WJCT-TV
Fountain Abbey Premiere
Monday, January 26
at 5PM on WJCT-TV
Race In The River City
January 27, 2015
Invisibilia
Sunday, February 8 on WJCT 89.9FM
“MATTHEWS BRIDGE” by Marsha Glaziere
Artist: Marsha Glaziere Genre: Painting Bio: BFA-U/Ill.;School Medicine-U/WA (anat.) My work=synthesis of architectural abstraction & the inspiration of nature. My mixed media paintings are mosaics both in thought & process. This approach provides me with greater artistic license to mix media as well as metaphor. Piece: MATTHEWS BRIDGE Piece Description: This painting is the first of my St Johns River …
“13 Mile Oyster Pop” by Suzanah Raffield
Artist: Suzanah Raffield Genre: Culinary Bio: I am a 6th generation Florida Panhandle native. Celebrating the end of summer with a frozen treat was an easy decision, but I had to convince naysayers that fresh shucked oysters must be the main ingredient. I learned on WJCT (watching Chef Staib’s A Taste of History) that Dolley Madison served oyster ice cream …
“Sailor on Beach Singing the Blues” by Troy Eittreim
Artist: Troy Eittreim Genre: Painting Bio: My family and I have lived in Jacksonville since 1983. I hold a BFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design. I’ve had eight solo exhibitions and inclusion in numerous shows. Piece: Sailor on Beach Singing the Blues Piece Description: Sailor sits on the beach, plays guitar, points to empty chair and sings …
“beaver working on a dam” by Julia Billings
Artist: Julia Billings Genre: Painting Bio: I am 82 yrs old, female. I paint in acrylics, mostly landscapes. I have three children, 2 boys and 1 girl, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grand children. Piece: beaver working on a dam Piece Description: Waterfall, fallen trees, beaver working on a dam
“Lift Each Other Up” by Ryan Campbell
Artist: Ryan Campbell Genre: Music Bio: I am a singer/songwriter with the folk/rock duo, Wingfield, from Saint Augustine. Besides being a proud father and husband, I love to teach music lessons and record music out of my home studio. There’s nothing better to me than taking a song from an idea to an embellished work of art. Being able to …