S.Cat by Amy R. Todorsky I opened the box; the cat was never alive. Physics is messy. [divider/] Artist: Amy R. Todorsky Genre: Poetry Bio: I have been a FL resident for the past 20 years. My hobbies include reading, writing poetry, and making jewelry. My husband and I are “sustainers” with WJCT. We like to attend events that support …
The Genius in Germanics by Robert Hunt TRAVESTY. THIS WHOLE WHIMSICAL TOWN IS FALLING ILL TO THE WASTEFUL WORDS OF SOME FLUSH FACED FINAGLER. HIS STRATEGICALLY STRIPED TIE AND SENSIBLE SPORT COAT SUBMIT THESE PIPS TO GARGLE THEIR ENCROACHING DROOL AT THE MERE MENTION OF HIS APPROACHING CHISELED CHIN. HIS INTERPRETATIONS OF THIS BOOK AND ALL ITS CONTENTS LEAD MEN …
Artist: Christina Hamilton Genre: Painting Bio: I am a graphic designer and I paint watercolors as a hobby. I am 37 divorced and have no children. Piece: Adam and Eve Piece Description: Adam and Eve Web: Christina Hamilton – Website
Artist: Brian Wilson Genre: Painting Bio: My paintings represent the energy of a place, individual, or feeling. Due to the colors, design, and herbs, minerals, powders mixed with the paints, each piece will mean something different to everyone. My sessions begins by smudging my studio space/materials w/ sage to cleanse any negative energy and to replenish healing energy and to …
Artist: Ulysses Salett Genre: Music Bio: Ulysses Salett Born in Cleveland Ohio is a producer, singer songwriter. Ulysses has a BA in Sociology and is about to pursue his Masters in Criminal Justice Forensics. The song written is for the people who lost there lives at Church. Piece: When You Hurt Piece Description: A tribute to the nine people who …
Artist: Heather Dale Genre: Photography Bio: Total amateur with a passion for photographing water and mixed medias. A couple years ago I stumbled upon a cool technique that I continue experimenting with. Art-Night has become a regular occurrence at my house. It’s my peace, passion and the way I can express my inner creativity. Piece: Spheres of Infinity Piece Description: …
Artist: Meredith Tousey Matthews Genre: Painting Bio: Meredith is an Atlantic Beach native who graduated from Fletcher High and then UF, where she received her BFA in Painting. She has worked in graphic design and art direction for various publications, as an arts writer, and as an art educator with museums, non-profits and in public schools. She is currently Assistant …
Artist: Meagan Wolson Genre: Photography Bio: I have been doing photography for the last ten years. I bought my first camera with money that I received from my High School graduation. I’ve never really wanted to photograph people, and I am currently going back to school at UNF to complete my major in Photography. I was challenged last semester to …
2015 Collection 3: 3rd Place Winner – Jean Lioji Jacksonville beach artist and 3rd Place Winner of The Square,Jean Lijoi, gives us a tour of her home studio where she creates works inspired by her artist residencies. [divider/ ] Artist: Jean Lijoi Genre: Painting Bio: My work is representational, figurative and emotionally charged my images speak of life and relationships …
A Storm of Hearts by Robert Grinsell A storm of hearts breezes through. Tempestuous, yet honest, There is no room for error, Or second guesses… Or apologies. Time has been wasted trying to figure out the Whys, How Comes, What Ifs, or Who Elses. There is no point on recollecting what has transpired, But rather… we are at What Now? …
TOO MANY MIRACLES: An essay by James G. McCully, MD In the middle ages, many people believed that beyond the clouds and the moon there was a solid black roof over the sky. This roof was the outer limit of the world where we lived on “the firmament.” Outside this roof over the firmament was everywhere a brilliant white light. …
Artist: Bryant Rollins Genre: Painting Bio: I have no formal training as an artist. I am a writer, published author, diversity consultant and entrepreneur. I’ve lived in Jacksonville for 16 years. Former Editor with The New York Times, Author of three books. Currently CEO of StetsonRollins Consulting in Jacksonville, a business I run with my wife Shirley Stetson. Piece: Tiananmen …
Artist: Rachel de Cuba Genre: Other Bio: I create works of handmade crafts such as embroidery and quilting in traditional styles while fusing narratives to illustrate the rich heritage and culture of the South. Working with the stories and legacies of women’s activism as well as leadership in craft I push to reignite their names in the viewers present day, …
Artist: Ellen Jones Genre: Painting Bio: I have been painting all of my life and would paint every minute of the day if I could! I have been a resident of Ponte Vedra Beach for over 19 years and use my art to teach others about the love and beauty of Jesus Christ. Piece: Stoli Piece Description: Oil on 9×12 …
Artist: Yola Nicpon Genre: Photography Bio: As far as I can remember I have always been an artistic soul. And taking pictures is soo natural state for me. This is what makes me happy and in tune with myself. My intuition and my Heart leads me to express how I see the world through the camera lenses, and it’s amazing …
Artist: Nicole Holderbaum Genre: Painting Bio: My goal is to reveal the unlimited potential that innately exists within us all. I hope to help individuals reconnect to their earthly and universal roots which, when acknowledged and embraced, provide us with the ability to conquer anything. I want to encourage people to live with a purpose, to search within themselves and …
Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT’s First Coast Connect Receives National PRNDI Award First Coast Connect Wins First Place in The Call–In Program Category (Jacksonville, FL, June 29, 2015); WJCT’s First Coast Connect has received its fourth national award from Public Radio News Directors, Inc. (PRNDI). The program captured first …
Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT’s State Of The Re:Union Wins Third National Edward R. Murrow Award In a Row (Jacksonville, FL, June 24, 2015) For the third year in a row, the public radio program State of the Re:Union (SOTRU) will receive the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award. The …
Artist: Paco Gutierrez Genre: Painting Bio: Born in Havana. Cuba and moved to the US when I was 13 yrs old. After High School went to study at the University of Salamanca in Spain. Received my MFA (Masters in Fine Arts) from Emporia State University in Kansas. Hava exhibited in Spain, Kansas, Miami, NY, and in NE Florida. Piece: Axis …
Artist: Nate Gholz Genre: Painting Bio: I am 37 years old, I am a personal trainer, and certified life-guard, however I am always looking for new things to do, when I’m not with my wonderful 11 year old daughter, Eden. I was born in Oregon and have lived and worked and just traveled all around the world. I love the …
Artist: Peggy Toussant Genre: Painting Bio: As a watercolorist for ten years, I never get tired of seeing how the paint will react on the paper and on the prepared canvas. I’m a former teacher, now with a children’s orchestra program, a resident of Jax since 2002, and now I see our city on the cusp of being great, people …
Artist: Susanne Schuenke Genre: Painting Bio: I am a full time fine art painter with the medium oil and watercolor. I have painted since childhood and had numerous exhibitions international (Europe and USA) and also locally, since I am a resident of St. John’s County since 1991. Piece: Give Me Wings! Piece Description: A monumental painting (14′ wide) , giving …
Artist: Shellie Thies Genre: Painting Bio: Shellie has been painting all her life. She matriculated at the School of Visual Arts in New York and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2003 from the University of North Florida. Her work has been featured in multiple local art shows, and she is currently continuing to work on an abstract series. …
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Artist: Delicia Foster Genre: Painting Bio: I am a freshman at the University of North Florida in the biology major. I am a self taught artist and I have been practicing art since the 7th grade. Piece: African Beauty Piece Description: This piece is about the beauty in Africa that people don’t always see.
Artist: Lyea Shine Genre: Photography Bio: I’m 31 years old from Puerto Rico. I’m married with 1 child. I went to school at the University of Puerto Rico and studied Photography, but currently I’m a BSN RN in Jacksonville. I love art, but I’m extremely shy, which make it difficult for me to show my work. All of my work …
Artist: Jack Mullins Genre: Painting Bio: I am originally from a small town in Texas. Now reside in Green Cove Springs. I have been painting for 6+ yrs. A sign maker by day and artist by free time. I love the style of traditional style painted signs and graphics. Spending most of my artistic time in my home studio or …
Along the River Anslawell by Jonathan Moore Each day upon the shores is born, A carnival like New Year’s morn, There with glad joy and happiness, There have I strolled and I confess, Let the bright sights wash over me, And clear the ambiguity That clouds some days in frost and ice If such a semblance can suffice. The bees …
Artist: John Summers Genre: Painting Bio: 66 year old guy dabbling in art since 1967. A musician first, I attended Florida State University to study Music Education and learned jazz improvisation. Returning to Jacksonville I played in Rock and Jazz groups also doing substitute work with the Jacksonville Symphony. I have been doing original abstract art over the years. I …
Artist: Alyssa Castleman Genre: Other Bio: Hi, my name is Alyssa. I am a UNF student and also a part time barista at Lillie’s Coffee Bar. I have all kinds of hobbies! One of them is making hand made collages from books and magazines I find at thrift stores. Piece: Jerry’s Alright Piece Description: I had no idea who Jerry …
Artist: Laurel McNatt Genre: Painting Bio: I enjoy painting as a hobby and have sold several pieces but also love to teach painting to both adults and children. I am 44 years old and a mother of four children ages 5-17, and married 22 years. I grew up overseas and returned from South America at age 14. Painting did not …
Artist: Jerry Albert Jerry Genre: Painting Bio: I am a young old guy who has been working to help others in my loving job as a counselor. On the weekends I switch brains to create art. Piece: Filaments of Beauty Piece Description: Energetic movement of paint strings create a vibrant motion assembled as Flowers in a Basket
Early Onset by Jeff Feller I can remember the sky But I cannot remember the blue I can remember the cry But I cannot remember the hew I can remember a taste But I cannot remember the food I can remember in love But I cannot remember with you [divider/] Artist: Jeff Feller Genre: Poetry Bio: I am a poetry …
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Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT Announces Local Winners of PBS Kids Writers Contest First Place Winners Advance to the National PBS KIDS Writers Contest (Jacksonville, FL, May 26, 2015); WJCT announces the local winners of the 2015 PBS KIDS Writers Contest. The first place winners in grades K-3 will …
