The Juneteenth Experience

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The Juneteenth Experience

June 18-19, 2025

At the Colony Theatre

Who will tell our stories when we are gone? The 2025 Juneteenth Experience stands as a celebration and a testimony—a deliberate exploration of Black South Florida history that refuses to be forgotten. This annual commemoration of our country’s national holiday brings together artists who understand that remembering is itself a revolutionary act. Through an intimate concert theater experience, we blend soulful melodies, gospel rhythms, and classical arrangements with spoken word and dance—creating a space where liberation and freedom are not just commemorated, but deeply felt. Hued Songs’ Executive Artistic Director Kunya Rowley has assembled a collaborative team of thoughtful creators including Musical Director King Friday leading vocalists and musicians, choreographer Gentry George, writer and creative producer Arsimmer McCoy, and visual artist Russell Watson, whose digital projections help bring these stories to life.

The evening opens with selected short films exploring themes of Black liberation, followed by a performance that weaves together music, movement, words, and imagery. In the absence of truth, we become the archive. Join us.

Miami New Drama has been a formidable theatrical presence since its debut 2017/2018 season when it performed a critically-acclaimed multilingual version of Thornton Wilder’s classic Our Town.

Founded by playwright-cum-director Michel Hausmann and National Medal of the Arts winner Moises Kaufman, the award-winning non-profit theater company stages groundbreaking work that is unique to our multi-ethnic diverse region. Miami New Drama performs at the historic Colony Theatre on Lincoln Road, where it is the resident theatre group.

The company’s programming is comprised of world-class theater productions, collaborative productions with top national and international organizations, and educational programs. Among its past productions are:

The American premiere of Ferdinand von Schirach’s Terror directed by Tony Award winner Gregory Mosher,
Confessions of a Cocaine Cowboy by Billy Corbin and Aurin Squire,
One Night in Miami by Kemp Powers and Viva la Parranda! by Betsayda Machado and Parranda El Clavo.

The company has received its share of awards and recognition that include the Knight Arts Challenge Award, Knight New Works Miami Award, and Miami New Times Best Theater for Drama.

The company was a recent standout at the 2022 Carbonell Awards with 24 nominations for participating theaters. From 20 competitive categories, Miami New Drama was the winner in seven (three for Papá Cuatro, and two each for A Wonderful World and The Cuban Vote).

Who tells our stories? We do.

In an era where Black history faces erasure, we ask: Who will tell our stories when we are gone? The 2025 Juneteenth Experience stands as a celebration and a testimony—an exploration of Black South Florida history that refuses to be forgotten.

Now in its 5th year as South Florida’s premiere Juneteenth celebration, this immersive concert theater experience blends soulful melodies, gospel rhythms, and classical arrangements with spoken word and dance. Under the leadership of Hued Songs’ Executive Artistic Director Kunya Rowley, our exceptional team includes Musical Director King Friday, choreographer Gentry George, writer Arsimmer McCoy, and visual artist Russell Watson.

Your evening begins with powerful short films centering Black history, liberation, and perseverance. Then, experience a spectacular 75-minute interdisciplinary performance honoring Black Miami-Dade and Broward through soul-stirring music, dynamic dance, powerful spoken word, and stunning multimedia—all celebrating the spirit of Juneteenth.

Join us in June:

Saturday, June 14 – Parker Playhouse, Ft. Lauderdale (7:30PM)
Wednesday, June 18 – Colony Theatre, Miami Beach (7:30PM)
Thursday, June 19 – Colony Theatre, Miami Beach (7:30PM)

Special feature: Vibrant marketplace of Black artisans and vendors at our Ft. Lauderdale performance only!

In the absence of truth, we become the archive.

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“The Way We Gather” Opens at SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios, Celebrating Black American Traditions

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“The Way We Gather” Opens at SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios, Celebrating Black American Traditions

Design Gallery, located within SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios, is pleased to announce the opening reception of “The Way We Gather,” a poignant group exhibition featuring artists Chris Friday, Elyssa Llanso, and Donelric Owens. The reception will take place tonight, Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM, at 420 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL.

Presented as part of the vibrant Miami Beach Culture Crawl, “The Way We Gather” offers a powerful artistic reflection on Black American traditions of celebration and resistance. Through their diverse practices, Friday, Llanso, and Owens delve into the richness of cultural heritage, community bonds, and the enduring spirit of resilience.

The exhibition provides a timely and important platform to explore visual narratives that honor collective memory and the various forms of gathering that have shaped Black American identity. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in artworks that resonate with history, joy, and strength.

Join us for an evening of compelling art and insightful reflection.

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Thursdays at PAMM: Juneteenth Celebration with The Harden Project Duo

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PAMM Celebrates Juneteenth with Museum Night & Live Music

The Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is proud to host a special Museum Night & Live Music event in observance of Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 5 PM to 9 PM. This celebratory evening at the museum’s iconic waterfront location (1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132) invites the community to reflect, learn, and enjoy through art and culture.

Juneteenth at PAMM offers a rich program designed to engage all senses and foster a deeper understanding of this important day. Attendees will enjoy a captivating waterfront performance by The Harden Project Duo, setting a vibrant atmosphere for the evening. The celebration also includes a refreshing happy hour at Verde restaurant, offering perfect views of Biscayne Bay.

A highlight of the evening will be a Black art tour, providing insightful commentary on works within PAMM’s collection that illuminate the African American experience and contributions to art. Families and individuals can also participate in hands-on art-making activities with local artists, fostering creativity and personal expression. Throughout the event, guests will have full access to PAMM’s current exhibitions and its renowned permanent collection galleries.

Join PAMM for an evening that honors history, celebrates freedom, and embraces the power of art to bring communities together.

Tickets are only required for the museum. Live music is free on the terrace. RSVP

About Harden Project Duo

The Harden Project consists of vocalist Ja’Nia Harden and keyboardist John Harden II. Their influences include Bobby McFerrin, Dinah Washington, Al Jarreau, Jimmy Smith, Robert Glasper, Soulive, and Bobby Floyd. The couple blends their influences and life experiences to create soulful groovy, enchanting compositions. They are not afraid of being transparent and open while performing. The goal of the project is to bring soul-stirring, emotion-provoking, life-influenced music to the world and features fusion-based music of all genres, heavily influenced by jazz, social music, and soul.

The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth

On “Freedom’s Eve,” or the eve of January 1, 1863, the first Watch Night services took place. On that night, enslaved and free African Americans gathered in churches and private homes all across the country awaiting news that the Emancipation Proclamation had taken effect. At the stroke of midnight, prayers were answered as all enslaved people in the Confederate States were declared legally free. Union soldiers, many of whom were black, marched onto plantations and across cities in the South reading small copies of the Emancipation Proclamation and spreading the news of freedom in Confederate States. Only through the Thirteenth Amendment did emancipation end slavery throughout the United States. Not everyone in Confederate territory would immediately be free. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was made effective in 1863, it could not be implemented in places still under Confederate control. As a result, in the westernmost Confederate state of Texas, enslaved people would not be free until much later. Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state, were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as “Juneteenth,” by the newly freed people in Texas. Juneteenth marks our country’s second Independence Day. Although it has long been celebrated in the African American community, this monumental event remains largely unknown to most Americans. Sourced from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture.

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Tu Arte Merece Ser Visto — En el Lugar Correcto y por las Personas Adecuadas

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Tu Arte Merece Ser Visto — En el Lugar Correcto y por las Personas Adecuadas

¿Eres un artista visual latinoamericano buscando expandir tu presencia en el mercado del arte en Estados Unidos?
Miami es tu punto de partida, y nosotros somos el puente.

Tu arte en el epicentro global: ¿Expone durante Miami Art Week, del 1 al 7 de diciembre de 2025?

Crear arte es un trabajo de entrega, pasión y disciplina. Pero mostrarlo, posicionarlo y venderlo no debería ser un obstáculo, sino parte de tu crecimiento profesional.

En nuestro programa de promoción y mercadeo, nos enfocamos en conectar artistas visuales con audiencias de alto valor: coleccionistas, curadores, críticos y directores de galería que están activamente buscando talento auténtico e historias que inspiren.

Tu Historia Importa

Sabemos que detrás de cada obra hay una historia que merece ser contada. Por eso, trabajamos contigo para que tu arte no solo se vea, sino que se entienda, se sienta y se recuerde.

Desarrollamos contenidos editoriales con sentido humano, aspiracional o informativo, que presentan tu trabajo de forma auténtica, cercana y alineada a las tendencias actuales del mercado artístico.

Acceso Directo. Sin Puertas Cerradas. Sin Intermediarios.

Durante mucho tiempo, el acceso a oportunidades reales en el mundo del arte ha estado limitado a quienes “conocen a alguien”. Nosotros eliminamos esas barreras.

Te brindamos acceso directo a:

Curadores influyentes
Críticos de arte reconocidos
Directores de galerías
Coleccionistas de alto nivel
Espacios expositivos clave en Miami y más allá

¿Qué Te Ofrecemos?

Una plataforma integral para impulsar tu carrera artística desde lo estratégico, lo visual y lo humano.

Aprende a:

Exhibir tu obra con propósito
Cómo presentar tu portafolio, contactar galerías y construir una trayectoria expositiva sólida.

Aplicar a becas y subvenciones
Guía paso a paso para asegurar apoyo financiero y desarrollar proyectos de alto impacto.

Redactar tu statement, biografía y notas de prensa
Conecta con el público y los medios con textos profesionales que reflejen tu visión.

Diseñar una presencia online efectiva
Estrategias de redes sociales y sitios web que fortalecen tu marca personal como artista.

Vender arte en línea
Modelos y canales que te permiten monetizar tu talento de forma sostenible.

Lanzar campañas de crowdfunding exitosas
Convierte ideas en realidad con campañas bien pensadas en plataformas como Kickstarter.

Gestionar tu tiempo como profesional
Optimiza tu rutina, gana tiempo de estudio y equilibra tu vida creativa y personal.

Planificar tus finanzas y tributar correctamente
Porque incluso los artistas deben dominar lo fiscal en el mercado estadounidense.

Comprender la teoría del arte contemporáneo
Contextualiza tu obra con lecturas y conceptos clave que fortalecen tu discurso.

Miami: Tu Plataforma al Mundo

Miami es una ciudad multicultural, vibrante y cada vez más influyente en el arte global.
Aquí, tu obra puede encontrar las conexiones necesarias para crecer, venderse y proyectarse a nivel internacional.

¿Listo para dar el siguiente paso?

Haz que tu arte cruce fronteras y conecte con quienes realmente lo valoran.
Contáctanos y transforma tu carrera artística desde hoy.

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Beyond the Studio: Navigating the World’s Best Artist Residencies

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Beyond the Studio: Navigating the World’s Best Artist Residencies

For many artists, an artist residency isn’t just a change of scenery; it’s a transformative period of focused creation, critical dialogue, and unparalleled networking. These programs offer dedicated time and space, often coupled with funding, mentorship, and a vibrant community of peers. Highly competitive and deeply rewarding, securing a spot in a prestigious residency can significantly impact an artist’s career trajectory.

Here are some of the most sought-after artist residencies around the world, known for their rigorous selection processes and profound influence on participants:

1. Oxbow School of Art & Artists’ Residency (Saugatuck, Michigan, USA)

Located in a unique natural setting, Oxbow offers artists at various career stages a deeply immersive experience. Known for its strong community and historic ties, Oxbow provides dedicated studio space, comfortable living arrangements, meals, and a supportive environment for intense creative work. Their summer residencies are particularly popular, offering periods of focused making within a vibrant community. While they encourage proposals across diverse disciplines (from painting and ceramics to sound and writing), the emphasis is on fostering creative growth through focused time and interaction.

Key Features: Strong community, dedicated studio space, meals, natural environment.
Ideal For: Artists at any career level seeking focused creative time and community engagement.
Application Insight: Proposals for summer sessions are typically 1-2 weeks. Oxbow considers a variety of disciplines and encourages documentation of work.

2. Whitney Independent Study Program (ISP) (New York City, USA)

The Whitney Independent Study Program is not a traditional residency, but rather a highly prestigious, tuition-free academic program in New York City. Operating for nine months (September to May), the ISP offers a unique, intellectually rigorous environment for artists, curators, and art historians. Participants are provided with studio spaces (for the Studio Program) and engage in intensive weekly seminars, critiques, and theoretical discussions led by leading figures in the arts. It’s a program for those seeking deep critical engagement and theoretical study alongside their practice.

Key Features: Tuition-free, rigorous academic and critical study, mentorship, networking in NYC.
Ideal For: Graduate students, postgraduates, and established professionals seeking critical discourse and theoretical grounding.
Application Insight: Applications are highly competitive and are typically accepted annually from early January to early February via SlideRoom. Applicants must clearly indicate which program they are applying for (Studio, Critical Studies, or Curatorial) and submit a comprehensive portfolio (for Studio) or writing samples/proposals (for Critical Studies/Curatorial).

3. Rome Prize Fellowship (American Academy in Rome, Italy)

The Rome Prize Fellowship is one of the most distinguished awards for artists and scholars in the United States, offering a transformative period of study and creative work at the American Academy in Rome. Awarded annually through a national competition, this fellowship provides winners with a stipend, meals, private living quarters, and a dedicated studio or study space in Rome. It’s an opportunity to immerse oneself in the rich cultural and historical resources of Italy, engage with a multidisciplinary community of peers, and significantly expand one’s professional and artistic pursuits.

Key Features: Generous stipend, living and studio space in Rome, multidisciplinary community, access to Italian resources.
Ideal For: Emerging artists and scholars (US citizens, with some exceptions for NEH fellowships) for whom research time in Italy is essential.
Application Insight: The application deadline is typically November 1st. Eligibility and submission requirements vary by discipline (visual arts, architecture, literature, music, etc.), and all materials must be submitted in English. Finalists are invited for interviews.

4. Eyebeam (New York City, USA)

Eyebeam is a leading non-profit studio in NYC dedicated to supporting artists engaged with technology and technologists working in the arts. It offers residencies and grants, fostering experimental, interdisciplinary projects that aim for invention and societal impact. Eyebeam provides a financial stipend and access to state-of-the-art facilities within a dynamic community. While residency structures can vary (e.g., 5-month residencies, 11-month fellowships, or specific project-based grants), the core focus remains on the intersection of art, technology, and culture, with a goal toward real-world application and critical inquiry.

Key Features: Focus on art and technology, financial stipend, access to advanced facilities, interdisciplinary community.
Ideal For: Artists and technologists pioneering the forefront of technology and art, engaged in experimental, interdisciplinary projects.
Application Insight: Residencies are often selected from open calls. Applicants should demonstrate how their project fits within Eyebeam’s technological environment and potential for impact.

5. DAAD Artist in Residence Program (Berlin, Germany)

The DAAD Artists-in-Berlin Program (Berliner Künstlerprogramm) is one of the most prestigious and longest-running cultural residency programs globally, offering exceptionally talented artists the opportunity to live and work in Berlin for a year. It targets artists in disciplines such as visual arts, literature, music (composition), and film. The program’s goal is to offer a conducive environment for artistic production and exchange, providing a stipend, accommodation, and often a studio space, allowing artists to connect with Berlin’s vibrant art scene without financial pressure.

Key Features: Year-long residency in Berlin, stipend, accommodation, studio (often), access to a major European art hub.
Ideal For: Highly qualified and internationally visible professional artists (often with specific nationality/residency requirements for German citizens or long-term residents, but check specific calls).
Application Insight: Applications typically close around December 1st for the following year. A strong project proposal, documented artistic achievements, and work samples (digital for most disciplines) are required.

6. IASPIS (Stockholm, Sweden)

IASPIS, part of the Swedish Arts Grants Committee, offers a renowned studio residency program in Stockholm aimed at professional artists in visual arts and applied arts (including design, craft, illustration, architecture). The program provides a grant to cover living and work expenses for a six-month period. It’s a research-based residency with no specific requirement for results, fostering studio conversations with Swedish and international curators and critics, joint study visits, and artist talks. It’s a unique opportunity for artists to deepen their practice within a supportive Scandinavian context.

Key Features: Six-month residency, living grant, research-based (no required outcomes), studio conversations, located in Stockholm.
Ideal For: Professional visual and applied artists based in Sweden, or foreign citizens primarily practicing art in Sweden.
Application Insight: The application for residency is open once a year. Applicants must be professional artists (earning a living from art, regularly presenting work) and submit 5-10 work samples, preferably from the last two years.

These residencies represent diverse opportunities for artists seeking dedicated time, intellectual stimulation, and professional development. Researching their specific focuses, eligibility criteria, and application processes is the crucial first step toward realizing the dream of an immersive creative experience.

Sources:

https://www.brandysaturley.com/what-is-an-artist-residency/

https://www.magazine.artconnect.com/artist-opportunities/funded-art-residencies-to-know-about

https://www.saic.edu/news/ox-bow-school-art-and-artists-residency

https://www.ox-bow.org/summer-residency

https://www.ox-bow.org/fellowship-program

https://www.saic.edu/academics/campus-study/ox-bow-school-art#:~:text=Contact%20Us-,Ox%2DBow%20School%20of%20Art%20%26%20Artists’%20Residency,Phone%3A%20269.857.5811

https://whitney.org/isp

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https://www.konstnarsnamnden.se/en/international-programmes-and-residencies/iaspis-international-programme-for-visual-and-applied-arts/

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https://aarome.org/news/features/apply-rome-prize-fellowship

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https://news.artnet.com/art-world/artists-residencies-2509519

https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2022/05/27/sweet-retreats-everything-you-need-to-know-about-artist-residencies

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Tourist Sued After Damaging Crystal-Covered Art Chair at Verona Museum

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Tourist Sued After Damaging Crystal-Covered Art Chair at Verona Museum

Verona, Italy

A museum visit took a destructive turn when a tourist broke a crystal-covered chair, a contemporary artwork, at Palazzo Maffei Museum in Verona. The museum has since filed a formal legal complaint against the individual for damaging the piece, which was both artistically and materially valuable.

On Thursday, the museum released surveillance footage showing the incident. In the video, a man can be seen sitting on the art installation while a woman—presumably a companion—snaps photos. Moments later, the chair gives way under his weight, shattering the delicate structure adorned with glass crystals.

According to museum officials, the artwork was clearly marked as “Do Not Touch,” and was cordoned off from the general seating area. The museum described the incident as “an act of negligence that reflects a growing disregard for public art spaces.”

“The work was not meant to be functional—it was a sculpture, a statement,” said a museum spokesperson. “We invest heavily in security and signage, but when visitors ignore the rules, incidents like this become inevitable.”

Palazzo Maffei, known for its eclectic collection of classical and contemporary works, emphasized that the chair was not only aesthetically significant but also structurally fragile due to its decorative materials. It is unclear whether the piece can be restored.

Legal proceedings are underway, and the museum is seeking compensation for the full cost of the artwork, as well as the disruption caused to the current exhibition. The tourist’s identity has not been released to the public.

The event has reignited conversations around tourism, respect for art spaces, and the balance between accessibility and preservation. As social media increasingly influences museum behavior, institutions are left to enforce stricter measures to protect cultural heritage from accidental—or careless—damage.

@palazzomaffeiverona

L’incubo di ogni museo è diventato realtà, anche a Palazzo Maffei.

Attesa l’uscita degli addetti alla sorveglianza, alcuni visitatori hanno scattato una foto “ad effetto”.
Il risultato? Un gesto irresponsabile ha causato gravi danni alla sedia “Van Gogh” di Nicola Bolla, un’opera delicatissima, interamente rivestita di centinaia di cristalli Swarovski.
Per giorni non abbiamo saputo se sarebbe stato possibile restaurarla.
Ma ce l’abbiamo fatta.

Condividiamo questo episodio non solo per dovere di cronaca, ma per dare avvio a una vera campagna di sensibilizzazione sul valore dell’arte e sul rispetto che le è dovuto.
Un sentito ringraziamento va alle forze dell’ordine, al nostro dipartimento di sicurezza e alle restauratrici, il cui lavoro prezioso ha permesso il recupero dell’opera.

E un grazie speciale a tutti voi che ogni giorno attraversate le sale del museo con cura, attenzione e meraviglia.
Perché l’arte non è solo da vedere.
È da amare. È da proteggere.
📍Vi aspettiamo a Palazzo Maffei.
#PalazzoMaffei #Verona #MuseiItaliani #Arte #NicolaBolla #VanGogh #RispettoPerLArte #Restauro #Sensibilizzazione #Share

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Surfaces for Your Vision: Canvas and Paper

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Surfaces for Your Vision: Canvas and Paper

Art Supply Canvas & Paper: Ranging from miniature canvases to large canvas rolls; plus sketchbooks, watercolor and mixed-media pads.

When it comes to the foundational surface for your artwork, canvas and paper offer an expansive range of options, each designed to support different artistic intentions, scales, and mediums. Choosing the right surface is a crucial step in bringing your creative vision to life.

For painters, canvases are a primary choice, available in a spectrum of sizes to suit any project. You can find everything from miniature canvases perfect for small studies, gifts, or quick ideas, all the way up to large canvas rolls that allow for monumental, room-transforming pieces. Canvases come in various materials, like cotton or linen, and different textures (fine, medium, or coarse grain), each affecting how paint adheres and the final look of your brushstrokes. Pre-stretched canvases offer immediate convenience, while rolls provide flexibility for custom sizes and larger ambitions.

Beyond traditional painting surfaces, paper serves as a versatile and accessible ground for a multitude of artistic endeavors. Sketchbooks are indispensable tools for daily practice, ideation, and capturing fleeting inspirations, available in diverse paper weights and finishes. For specific mediums, watercolor pads are designed with high cotton content and specific textures to handle water saturation without buckling, allowing for vibrant washes and delicate glazes. Meanwhile, mixed-media pads are robust and versatile, engineered to withstand various wet and dry techniques, from acrylics and gouache to collage and ink, making them ideal for experimental and layered artworks.

The selection of your surface sets the stage for your entire creative process. Considering the scale, medium, and desired texture will guide you in choosing the perfect canvas or paper to support your artistic expression.

Canvas Types

1. Cotton Canvas

Most common and affordable.
Smooth or medium texture.
Great for: Acrylics, Oils.
Usually pre-primed with gesso.

2. Linen Canvas

High-quality, stronger fibers.
Smoother finish, more durable.
Excellent for professional oil painting.
Expensive but archival.

3. Canvas Panels/Boards

Cotton or linen mounted on rigid board.
Portable and budget-friendly.
Ideal for plein air painting or studies.

4. Canvas Rolls

For custom sizes.
Requires mounting or stretching.
Available in cotton or linen.

5. Primed vs. Unprimed

Primed: Ready to use with acrylic or oil.
Unprimed: Must apply gesso before painting.

Paper Types (by Medium)

🖌️ For Watercolor

Cold Press (NOT): Textured surface, holds water well.
Hot Press (HP): Smooth surface, for detail work.
Rough: Very textured, absorbs more pigment.
Usually 140 lb (300 gsm) or heavier.

For Acrylic

Acrylic Paper: Textured to mimic canvas.
Thicker, treated to handle moisture.
Good for studies or sketching.

For Drawing & Sketching

Sketch Paper: Lightweight, smooth. Great for dry media.
Drawing Paper: Heavier and toothier, for more refined work.
Bristol Board: Smooth or vellum surface, excellent for ink, markers, and graphite.

For Mixed Media

Heavier weight (usually 90–140 lb).
Handles wet and dry media.
Ideal for artists who switch between ink, watercolor, pencil, etc.

For Ink & Pen

Bristol Smooth: Great for fine lines and technical pens.
Marker Paper: Coated surface to reduce bleed-through.

Specialty Papers

Handmade or cotton rag paper: Used in fine art or calligraphy.
Toned paper: Gray, tan, or black – enhances contrast in sketching.
Pastel paper: Textured (sanded or toothy) to hold pigment.

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Coral Springs Center for the Arts Hosts Vibrant Juneteenth Celebration

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Coral Springs Center for the Arts Hosts Vibrant Juneteenth Celebration

The Coral Springs Center for the Arts is excited to announce its Juneteenth Celebration, an evening dedicated to honoring freedom and community through art, music, and joy. The festivities will take place Friday, June 20, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, at the Center, located at 2855A Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065.

This special event offers free admission and extended hours, inviting the entire community to partake in a rich cultural experience. The celebration will feature a dynamic DJ set, captivating live performances, and an engaging art exhibit. Guests can also enjoy complimentary bites while immersing themselves in the vibrant atmosphere.

A highlight of the evening will be a live mural performance, offering a unique opportunity to witness art being created in real time. Attendees will also have access to the powerful exhibition, “Ancestral Lines,” which beautifully complements the spirit of Juneteenth.

Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate this pivotal moment in history with creativity, community, and reflection.

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“The Way We Gather” Opens at SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios

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“The Way We Gather” Opens at SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios, Celebrating Black American Traditions

MIAMI BEACH, FL – June 18, 2025 – Design Gallery, located within SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios, is pleased to announce the opening reception of “The Way We Gather,” a poignant group exhibition featuring artists Chris Friday, Elyssa Llanso, and Donelric Owens. The reception will take place tonight, Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM, at 420 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL.

Presented as part of the vibrant Miami Beach Culture Crawl, “The Way We Gather” offers a powerful artistic reflection on Black American traditions of celebration and resistance. Through their diverse practices, Friday, Llanso, and Owens delve into the richness of cultural heritage, community bonds, and the enduring spirit of resilience.

The exhibition provides a timely and important platform to explore visual narratives that honor collective memory and the various forms of gathering that have shaped Black American identity. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in artworks that resonate with history, joy, and strength.

A new group exhibition at Miami Beach Urban Studios examines the ways Black Americans come together through shared experience and cultural tradition. The Way We Gather features work by artists and FIU alumni Chris Friday, Elyssa Llanso and Donelric Owens, reflecting on themes of joy, resilience, remembrance and resistance in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Presented as part of the Miami Beach Culture Crawl, the exhibition opens Wednesday, June 19 at 6:00 p.m. at the Design Gallery, SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios, 420 Lincoln Road. The reception is free and open to the public.

Join us for an evening of compelling art and insightful reflection.

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“The Color Continuum” by Rafael Montilla

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Miami Dade College Hialeah Campus Unveils “The Color Continuum” by Rafael Montilla

Miami Dade College (MDC) Hialeah Campus is proud to announce the opening of “The Color Continuum,” a captivating solo exhibition by acclaimed artist Rafael Montilla. The opening reception will take place on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM at the campus gallery, located at 1780 W 49th St, Hialeah, FL 33012.

This compelling retrospective showcases Montilla’s distinct geometric neo-abstract practice, spanning works created from 2017 to 2025. “The Color Continuum” offers an immersive journey into Montilla’s exploration of color, form, and their profound philosophical underpinnings.

The exhibition is expertly curated by Noor Blazekovic in collaboration with Myriam Alvarez, with insightful accompanying text provided by Dennys Matos. Together, they present a cohesive narrative that highlights Montilla’s evolution and the depth of his artistic vision.

Rafael Montilla’s work is known for its meticulous compositions and vibrant palettes, often inviting viewers to contemplate themes of universal harmony, balance, and human consciousness. This exhibition at MDC Hialeah Campus provides a significant opportunity for the community to engage with the impactful contributions of a celebrated artist.

We invite all art enthusiasts, students, and the general public to join us for an evening of artistic discovery and celebration.

Event Details: What: “The Color Continuum” by Rafael Montilla – Opening Exhibition

When: Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM

Where: Miami Dade College Hialeah Campus, 1780 W 49th St, Hialeah, FL 33012

Admission: Free and open to the public.

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The Juneteenth Experience

June 18-19, 2025

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Beyond the Studio: Navigating the World’s Best Artist Residencies

1. Oxbow School of Art & Artists’ Residency (Saugatuck, Michigan, USA)

2. Whitney Independent Study Program (ISP) (New York City, USA)

3. Rome Prize Fellowship (American Academy in Rome, Italy)

4. Eyebeam (New York City, USA)

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