Victorian Slum House: Part 1
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Chip Southworth has been creating art in Jacksonville for most of his life. He is known not only for his artwork but also as a creative voice for social justice.
From a young age, Ingrid Yuzly Mathurin loved art. With support from her foster mother, Ingrid pursued art and makeup before a stroke changed her life. She rehabilitated herself and returned to art with a new sense of purpose.
Litter prevention programs come in all forms, but the Golden Isles in Southeast Georgia took this concept to a new level. They created a powerful campaign for a litter free community using art in public places.
Residents at Penney Retirement Community volunteer their time to help people in need all over the world. The PET Project helps people who have lost their legs due to disease, land mines, or other events. Volunteers build PET (personal energy transportation) vehicles that give people the gift of mobility.
On this episode of Hometown, residents at Penney Retirement Community volunteer their time to help people in need all over the world. The Golden Isles Litter Prevention Project combines a community litter prevention program with art in public spaces. Ingrid Yuzly Mathurin talks about her journey as an artist. And local artist and community activist Chip Southworth talks about creating …
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Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release The City of Jacksonville’s Military Affairs and Veterans Dept. & WJCT Public Broadcasting Host The Wall That Heals Thursday, April 13 through Sunday, April 16 (Jacksonville, FL, March 27, 2017); WJCT Public Broadcasting and The City of Jacksonville Office of Military Affairs and Veteran Services …
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Artist: Bryan Pizarro Bio: I am a local Graphic Designer who loves designing as a hobby and as a Full Time Job. I am always looking for a way to better myself. I have not gone to college but because of my passion to designing I have learned online and with practice. I am planning to get married soon. And …
Artist: Daniel Mandoulov Bio: My name is Daniel, I work as a graphic artist and also started my own design studio last year called DMAND CREATIVE. I love design and hope this shows through my artwork. Thank you for your time and consideration. Piece: Flower Earth Piece Description: I was inspired by the “Your Community, Your World” slogan to design …
Artist: Echo Saunders Bio: I grew up with PBS in all its forms. To me it’s a conduit for knowledge & exploration of our world. It helped shape my curiosity of the world, culture, and art. I love learning & experiencing new ideas & cultures, and I love art. I’m an artist, dancer, writer, and eternal student of life & …
Artist: Gustavo Duenas Bio: I’m from Ecuador, South America and I’ve been living in this beautiful city for more than 10 years. I’m a marketing specialist, a graphic and web designer and also a cubist paint artist. I’ve been pouring my creativity and marketing knowledge for more than 20 years, on every piece that I’ve made, whether it’s a design, …
Artist: Ty Harris Bio: I am a creative designer with more than 20 years of design experience which includes print, web, corporate branding, social media marketing and freehand projects. Piece: WJCT Piece Description: Showing the reach.
Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT Board Member Gail Mendelson Sterman Re-elected to National APTS Board (Jacksonville, FL, March 7, 2017) WJCT Board of Trustees member Gail Mendelson Sterman has been re-elected to the Board of Trustees of America’s Public Television Stations (APTS). Sterman began her first term as lay …
2016 Collection 2: 1st Place Winner – Ether Chambles Local singer/songwriter and 1st Place Winner of The Square, Ether Chambles, performs her song, “Downtime”. [divider/] Artist: Ether Chambles Genre: Music Bio: Chantalle Johnson, who performs as Ether Chambles, is a Jacksonville, FL, native and producer-vocalist who integrates hazy synths and heavy beats to create backdrops for lyrics inspired by poetry …
2016 Collection 2: 2nd Place Winner – Lucas Stanley Photography student and 2nd Place Winner of The Square, Lucas Stanley explores ancient art through modern photography. [divider/] Artist: Lucas Stanley Genre: Photography Bio: I’m a photography and art history student at the University of North Florida. My interests are mainly Italian & Greek art and studio photography. In 2014, I …
2016 Collection 2: 3rd Place Winner – Randall Smith Singer-songwriter and 2nd Place Winner of The Square, Randall Smith, takes us on a unique musical journey. [divider/] Artist: Randall Smith Genre: Music Bio: I am a registered BMI Singer/Songwriter and I have lived in Bryceville, FL (Nassau County) for over 40 years. I enjoy performing at local festivals and community …
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Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release Karen Feagins Promoted to WJCT Chief Operating Officer (Jacksonville, FL, February 7, 2017) WJCT has promoted Karen Feagins to Chief Operating Officer and she will serve under the direction of WJCT President and CEO Michael Boylan. In her new position, she will oversee the overall …
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Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release 89.9 FM WJCT PUBLIC RADIO EXPANDS ITS NEWS/TALK PROGRAMMING ON EVENING SCHEDULE New Programming Lineup Starts with Fresh Air with Terry Gross at 7pm and Features New Call-in Show, Indivisible (Jacksonville, FL, January 19, 2017); Beginning Jan. 23, 89.9 FM WJCT Public Radio expands its …