Artist: Katherine Archer Genre: Music Bio: I’m a lifetime musician and songwriter now residing in St. Augustine Fl. After pursuing the elusive status of “famous” rock-folk diva ( with minimal success) I realized it was time to write and sing about things that really matter- things I really care about–regardless of the success or lack thereof. My passion is the …
Artist: Gordon Meggison Genre: Painting Bio: I was born in Tampa, Florida in 1954. I lived in Japan, Okinawa, traveled in Taiwan and Hong Kong. I studied judo, zen gardens, Shintoism, and Japanese calligraphy as a boy. I traveled around Europe in later years and produced many plein aire watercolors there, culminating in an art show in our Sisters City …
Artist: Stephanie Glen Genre: Painting Bio: I am a mathematician and a visual artist. I incorporate elements of math into my art such as the Traveling Salesman Problem. I am from England and have lived in Jacksonville for 14 years. Piece: Diana Ross Piece Description: 24″ x 36″. This pen and ink work is a single, continuous line that never …
Artist: Kia Mayshack Genre: Music Bio: Kia Nicole has been sharing her gifts of soul music and poetry for many years. She began her recording career with the Spoken Word Music duo Key of G. In 2012, Kia Nicole released her first solo album entitled “Reacquainted”. With this project she strived to create music that was inspired by life and …
Artist: E. Curtis Genre: Painting Bio: Eugene Curtis is a trained artist living in Palatka, FL. He paints oils typically depicting ocean scenes but not always. His works include various beach scenes. He has painted scenes of St. Augustine and other places he and his wife have traveled to. People remark that his paintings are beautiful, relaxing and they like …
Artist: William Meyer Genre: Painting Bio: Born in Panama, William Meyer has a diverse range of painting styles that range from Landscapes, Portraits, and Contemporary Abstracts. Meyer’s use of layering, brush strokes, and textures have been greatly influenced by old Masters such as Vermeer, Dali, Van Gogh, Rembrandt. Many of Meyer’s paintings are an attempt to balance his German analytical …
One Spark 2015 First Coast Business Hall of Fame Family Promise Jacksonville Cardboard City Photographer Mac Stone, Everglades: America’s Wetland [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
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Artist: Paula Willits Genre: Painting Bio: I moved to Ponte Vedra two years ago. On Dec. 31, 2013, I retired from my position as executive editor at John Wiley & Sons. Now I’m thrilled to have the time and energy to paint. I loved all kinds of art as a child, but never found time for it as I climbed …
Note: Due to technical difficulties, the first 10 minutes of this program are unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience. Discussing the Week’s Top News Stories with our Roundtable of Local Journalists Stetson Kennedy Home and Museum Dedicated as National Literary Landmark Rethreaded MOCA Project Atrium [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Recent Deaths from Child Abuse Concern Local Hospital Officials Malivai Washington Youth Foundation Holiday Survival Tips for Family Caregivers Fernandina Little Theatre Presents I Am My Own Wife Around Town with Kerry Speckman [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Artist: Ulysses Salett Genre: Music Bio: Ulysses Salett was born and raised in Cleveland Ohio and became a songwriter, vocalist and producer while serving ten on 20 years in Fla Prison for felony burglary. Released in 1990, Ulysses has only returned with his band to encourage the inmates every year. Ulysses writes all types of music. His music is heartfelt …
Artist: Jolie Schlieper Genre: Photography Bio: Jolie Schlieper is a local environmental educator who recently survived a diagnosis of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. She hopes to inspire people by showing her unique perspective of the world. She currently lives in Jacksonville, Florida. Piece: Manatee Piece Description: Taken at Blue Springs, Florida. Jolie Schlieper Web: Jolie Schlieper – Facebook Kaytee Esser – Flickr
Artist: Jimmy Shover Genre: Photography Bio: I am a graduate of the University of North Florida. Jacksonville native and my photography has been published and I have won local and national awards. I love photography both film and digital. I am currently employed as a security officer and while working at the bank of america tower down town I did …
Jacksonville Jaguars Owner Shad Khan Eyes Shipyards Property Going Green: Eco Relics St. Vincent’s Medical Center TAVR Treatment Jacksonville Jewish Film Festival [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Artist: Shellie Thies Genre: Painting Bio: Shellie Thies was born and raised in Neptune Beach, Florida. She discovered her love of art at an early age and has been painting for over 10 years. 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. …
Affordable Care Act Enrollment Veterans Day National Philanthropy Day Bladder Health Week Musician Peter Jennison [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Artist: Danny Davis Genre: Painting Bio: I am a 43 year old painter who has been painting since I was a teenager. I have been mostly self taught along with some formal education. I was born and have lived in Jacksonville most of my life. I use oils on canvas for my traditional representational works and acrylics on canvas for …
Artist: Darlene Miller Genre: Sculpture Bio: I am a self-taught artist and have been painting since childhood. Art has always been my joy. My husband and I had a gravel pit that I would walk to find shapes to paint. Recently retired, I have more time to explore and be creative. Piece: Polar Bear Rock Santa Piece Description: Rock found …
Artist: Vernon Harper Genre: Poetry Bio: Grew up on a small tobacco farm in North Carolina. Attended BYU (BS) and Central Michigan University (MS). Became a Navy Flight Officer and School Teacher. Retired. Since retirement, I have written a few songs, some poetry, and enjoy making videos. Two of the songs I have written have a video and are on …
Artist: Anthony Whiting Genre: Painting Bio: Anthony Whiting, has lived in Latin America, North Africa, Asia, Italy, Sweden and England as well as the U.S. He has a B.Arch. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He practiced architecture internationally for 21 years. In Jacksonville Anthony works as a professional artist and painting instructor. He was the proud recipient of the brAIDS …
Artist: Bill Misenheimer Genre: Painting Bio: I am from Illinois, moved to Jacksonville some 30 years ago. Retired from W.W. Gay Mechanical in 1993. My hobby of art is mostly self taught, I did graduate from Art Institute correspondence and studied art at a Jr. College in Springfield, Illinois. My work consists mainly of landscapes, I have experimented somewhat with …
Artist: Kaytee Esser Genre: Painting Bio: Kaytee Esser was raised in Southeastern Pennsylvania, near Chadds Ford. She holds a B.F.A. in Painting from Kutztown University, PA. She has taught in public schools and colleges in and around North Carolina, the Hilton Head Art Academy, Bluffton Art Association, the Island Artist Association of Fernandina Beach, FL and the University of North …
Artist: Adam Morris Genre: Painting Bio: I have a lot of serious phobias. I have a hard time going out into the world and interacting with people. My art is my escape it helps me get out of my head because I tend to over think things. I can create my own safe world.In turn, I think it makes my …
Artist: Dennis Thomas Genre: Sculpture Bio: No Bio Piece: Tiki Sculpture Piece Description: These Tikis are hand-carved by old school mallet and chisel just like the ancient artisans. Web: Surf Buddah Tikis
Artist: Viktor Lazarev Genre: Painting Bio: Thank you all for stopping by my page. I have lived in America since 1994 and was born in the former USSR (Kazakhstan). I have a civil engineering diploma. I love my wife and kids, “mother NATURE”, and all God’s creations. I believe, there is a “part of God” in each of us (humans, …
Jacksonville University President Tim Cost Political Analysts James Carville and Mary Matalin Food Marketing Consultant Jeff Spear First Coast Sports Wrap Up with Cole Pepper [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Discussing the Week’s Top New Stories with our Roundtable of Local Journalists Florida’s Children First Let’s Move Jacksonville Theatre Jacksonville Presents Love Goes to Press [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Saturday, Nov 8 at 10AM on WJCT 89.9FM
Election Analysis with USF Political Science Professor Susan MacManus Music Legend Randy Newman Unleashing the Underdogs: The K9’s for Warriors Story Documentary Screening at UNF Art of Nature Around Town with Kerry Speckman [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Election 2014 Results National Healthy Eating Day Arts & Culture Day, and WJCT’s The Square LocalGlobal and Whetherman Performs [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Election Day Begins Preventing Crime in Northwest Jacksonville Journalist Carl Bernstein Jax by Jax: Jacksonville Writers Writing Jacksonville [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
Studio 5 Sessions:Whetherman
Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT and The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville Partner to Present The New Online Series ‘The Square’ (Jacksonville, FL, November 5, 2014); WJCT Public Broadcasting in partnership with the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville presents the new online series, The Square. This virtual venue provides …
Civil Discourse Series: Human Rights Ordinance – Does Jacksonville Need It? Any Given Child NPR Correspondent and Author David Greene, Midnight in Siberia: A Train Journey into the Heart of Russia First Coast Sports Wrap Up with Cole Pepper [content_module id=”first-coast-connect-tune” no_thumb=”1″ no_title=”1″ /]
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