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 …
“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 …
“Back to the nest” by Keith Garrett
Artist: Keith Garrett Genre: Photography Bio: I am an amateur Photographer who has lived in Jacksonville for over 20 years. I concentrate on wildlife, landscapes and sports. I have traveled all over the U.S. and the world in my lifetime. I enjoy taking my time and trying to get an image that I have not gotten before. Piece: Back to …
“The Grass Picker” by Masha Sardari
Artist: Masha Sardari Genre: Photography Bio: I was born in April of 1994 in Rybnitsa, Moldova where I lived until 2006. I now reside in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida and attend the University of Florida. Piece: The Grass Picker Piece Description: This piece is based on the struggles of subsistence farmers in Eastern Europe. Web: Masha Sardari – Website Masha …
“Citadelia 1” by Gustavo Duenas
Artist: Gustavo Duenas Genre: Other Bio: Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Gustavo Duenas has always been looking far beyond the boundaries of his country’s contemporary art. He’s been trying all the existing schools of art, from expressionism to cubism, from classicism to dadaism. The “ism” have become colors that he could mix with infinite results to show always a new side …
“Catharsis II” by Shirley MacGregor
Artist: Shirley MacGregor Genre: Other Bio: While living over seas for 18 years in many countries, I discovered the beautiful manhole covers, which inspired two books, Quilting with Manhole Covers and Treasures Underfoot. A move to Seoul, Korea, a third book Quilting in the Morning Calm came about. Returning home with memories, photos and fabrics I set off in new …
“Smoking Gun” by C.J. Godwin
Artist: C.J. Godwin Genre: Painting Bio: C.J. Godwin lives and works in St. Augustine, Florida where she is surrounded by historical and natural beauty, inspiring artistic expression in more than one medium. Godwin is best known for her pen and ink—literally—winning writing competitions. Sometimes, though, she strays outside the lines, where color and form articulate. Piece: Smoking Gun Piece Description: …
“ZION – DAVID’S STAR” by Andre Keeley
Artist: Andre Keeley Genre: Other Bio: I am semi retired clergy that enjoy producing graphic designs, poetry and writing. I am looking to continue in my theological endeavor while pursuing my literary and artistic interest. Piece: ZION – “DAVID’S STAR” Piece Description: The piece comes from an aspect of my theological perspective and focus.
“Where Are Your Arms Tonight?” by Mitch Hemann
Artist: Mitch Hemann Genre: Music Bio: I am a singer/songwriter and a recent transplant to Jacksonville by way of Nashville, TN. I am currently working feverishly on my debut full length album, tentatively titled “All Men Would Forsake The Moon”. Piece: Where Are Your Arms Tonight? Piece Description: This video was my submission to NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest, shot at …
“Jellyfish” by Morton Lancaster
Artist: Morton Lancaster Genre: Sculpture Bio: A First Family Virginian, Morton now lives in Jacksonville, Florida. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University. He developed his skills in art and design in various professions, becoming a sculptor in 2004. Morton began exhibiting in 2007 and is considered one of the top artists in the world. His work is published in several …
“Waterlily” by Sandy Harrington
Artist: Sandy Harrington Genre: Painting Bio: Sandy Harrington is a native Floridian, and has painted as long as she can remember. After working in the commercial art field for a number of years, she made her living in the real estate field in the Daytona Beach area. Now that she is retiring to Jacksonville, she is enjoying painting like a …
“Homeless Blonde” by Hal Padgett
Artist: Hal Padgett Genre: Photography Bio: I went nearly 10 years without snapping a photo. But recently the passion was renewed—it’s in my blood and couldn’t be ignored forever. My favorite subject is people wrapped up in the down side of the human condition. Piece: Homeless Blonde Piece Description: This was snapped under the Jacksonville Beach Pier. 99% of my …
“Jayden’s Lullaby” by Jay Anthony Terry
Artist: Jay Anthony Terry Genre: Music Bio: As a seasoned performer, Jay is currently giving his music career all the attention that a Daddy and businessman can afford in this day and age. His original compositions are often submitted to independent songwriting competitions locally and abroad. “Under the Satsuma Tree”, which is his first mastered CD, will soon be available …
“Zirkle – Little Satilla River” by Wayne Morgan
Artist: Wayne Morgan Genre: Photography Bio: I started taking pictures in 1999 after having a heart condition, requiring a pacemaker. I was 35 years old. Growing up in South Georgia, hunting and fishing was a big part of my life. After my heart trouble, I started trying to capture the beauty around me. I now have five books with my …
“Light Fairy Serenata” by Roselynn Imbleau
Artist: Roselynn Imbleau Genre: Painting Bio: Heart driven artist, painter of atmosphere, especially weather, moods and small moments I deem important, distilled from my life. I work in oil primarily, pastel and mixed media. My work is displayed at Charlotte Art League. My work has been exhibited at Caleidscope Gallery, Elder Gallery in SouthEnd, Capehart Beck Gallery /Blowing Rock, Arts …
“Underwater Tears” by Tiffany Michelle Harrison
Artist: Tiffany Michelle Harrison Genre: Other Bio: I’m a 20 year old student, independent artist. I sell my cartoon/anime influenced art on a website called Deviantart for pocket change. I would one day like to become a character designer/cartoonist for 2D animated works and games. Piece: Underwater Tears Piece Description: A representation of sadness unseen/unnoticed. Web: Tiffany Michelle Harrison – …
“Lapis Scrub Jay” by Jared Heeren
Artist: Jared Heeren Genre: Other Bio: My favorite thing to do is spend time in the national forests of our country. I double majored in communications and theater arts and literature at Eastern Michigan University. I have done just about anything you can think of that has to do with theater. I have written several plays and short stories. Currently …
“Know Where to Go” by Monique Mancera
2015 Collection 4: 1st Place Winner – Monique Mancera Local musician and 1st Place Winner of The Square, Monique Mancera, performs her song “Know Where to Go.” [divider/] Artist: Monique Mancera Genre: Music Bio: I am a college student attending FSCJ planning to be a communications major. In my spare time I love to create things, such as movies and …
“Red in the Morning II” 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 looking glass” by Desa King
Artist: Desa King Genre: Painting Bio: 32 year old freelance mother. Piece: The looking glass Piece Description: Just let your worries blow away in the wind.
“Legs” by Ronald Episcopo
2015 Collection 4: 3rd Place Winner – Ronald Episcopo Local artists and 3rd Place Winner of The Square, Ronald Episcopo, talks about his art and his love for Jacksonville. [divider/] Artist: Ronald Episcopo Genre: Painting Bio: A mixed medium artist with numerous wins in the Fort Lauderdale and Miami competitive art market. Piece: Legs Piece Description: A best in show …
“The Fortitude of Roots” by Abby Howard Murphy
Artist: Abby Howard Murphy Genre: Painting Bio: A Jacksonville resident for 19 years, I still marvel at the natural wonders and vistas found in northeast Florida and those discovered travelling. Photographs never do justice, but allow me to recall the details, color and strength of these special places as subjects for my paintings to recapture that memory and share it. …
“A Poem Titled; Truth, Art & Physics” by Stephen Mason
A Poem Titled; Truth, Art & Physics by Stephen Mason Truth The episodic nature of dramatic interpersonal relationship undoubtedly recourses fluid like in effort to coalesce with society’s interpretation of truth. To bear witness is to feel the effect; to determine the factor, is the in-sensitized value of the analytical natures of the event as it features itself. For in …
“A Balance Of Life” by Frank Martinez
Artist: Frank Martinez Genre: Photography Bio: I have been a visual artist for over 10 years with a current passion for fusion pieces and album art. I seek to further my art from simply beautifying and delighting to inspiring thought, creating presence and having meaning in more than one dimension. I often incorporate elements of different areas of study and …
“Mr. Z” by Angela Casini
Artist: Angela Casini Genre: Painting Bio: I am a Jacksonville native currently working on my MFA at Jacksonville University. My artwork consists of portraits which represent a fragment of a story. Incorporating drips, splashes and spontaneous paint application. The paintings are purposeful and intuitive to capture an emotional response with each portrait. Piece: Mr. Z Piece Description: Acrylic on unprimed …
“Rabbis Rallied for Justice 1964” by Kate Merrick
Artist: Kate Merrick Genre: Painting Bio: Lifelong artist, I am compelled to paint. I also love yoga, music, dance, gardening, cycling, beaching, drawing, making crafts with my grandchildren while listening to the radio, esp. NPR. Piece: Rabbis Rallied for Justice 1964 Piece Description: Oil -16 Rabbis & 1 other arrested for marching with MLKing in St.Augustine in jail overnite writing …
“A FATHER’S DESTINY” by Andre Keeley
Artist: Andre Keeley Genre: Other Bio: I am a semi retired clergy with interest in graphic design, writing, poetry and music. In my retirement years I have plans to pursue my artistic interest. This submission has major sentimental family value. Piece: A FATHER’S DESTINY Piece Description: The piece was created in 1980. It was a gift to my grandparents during …
“Duplicity of Autumn” by Brian Wilson
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, it will mean something different to everyone. I create art from a place of love and light. My style may not resonate with everyone or belong in every decor, but …
“Tropical Light house” by John Taddia
Artist: John Taddia Genre: Painting Bio: I am a 64 year old man. Married, two daughters. 7 grandchildren. I served in the US Navy for six years. I come from a proud Naval family my parents served in WWII and my brother served in Vietnam. I attended the art institute of Boston for one year. I work for the cancer …