Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Palm Beach County Artists Go North For Eco Latino Magazine Program in Jacksonville Florida

Palm Beach County Artists Go North For
Eco Latino Magazine
Program in Jacksonville Florida
Rolando Chang Barrero, Luis Lache, and Claudia Elena Marulanda have been invited as guest artists to show their work at the upcoming
8th Annual Hispanic Art Walk
presented by
Eco Latino Media Group

October 24, 2015 4PM-Midnight
at the Jacksonville Landing

Special Thanks to:
Ruben Saldana 
and the children and families of RuCamp


Rolando Chang Barrero

Luis Lache

Claudia Elena Marulanda



http://www.ecolatino.com/entertainment/featured/2015-06-16/story/hispanic-art-walk-2015






Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Boynton Beach Art District Artist Featured in SunSentinel! Congratulations Vishan Senath!

 VISHAN SEENATH
NEW ARTIST AT THE BOYNTON BEACH ARTS DISTRICT
by Jan Engoren





ON THE SPOT VISHAN SEENATH
Age 30
He graduated from Florida State University in 2008 and West Dean College in 2012, earned his master’s of fine arts in painting and drawing from the University of Sussex, England, 2012.
Of Indian descent, Seenath was born in the United States to par- ents from Trinidad.


How did you come to the Boynton Beach Arts District?
I had been to events at BBAD and got to know Rolando Chang Barrero, the founder of the Arts District. I was teaching art in a middle school and when my contract was up, I decided to use the time to create and work on my art.
What is your style?
It’s a mixture of everything I’ve learned, incor- porating Western-style art and incorporating Asian-influenced aesthetics, including cultural in- fluences from Indian, Thai and Buddhist artwork. I also work in pen and ink and prefer to paint with acrylics.
Where do you get your inspiration?
I study Indian art from the past and incorpo- rate its influences into my work, focusing on is- sues such as racism and colonialism that affect me and other minorities. Much of my work is po- litical in nature, dealing with social issues, factory and migrant workers, social consciousness and my experiences in cross-cultural dating.
What do you want to achieve with your art?
I want to show people a different perspective, to see something from another’s perspective. If you can do this through art, that’s what makes it great. Open a window into another’s reality.
Are you disciplined in your art practice?
No. Distractions take over. It goes in cycles. I can paint and draw frenetically, then nothing, while I wait for inspiration to hit.
What is your creative process like?
I spend time looking back at my old work and sketchbooks to give me new ideas. I’m re- imagining old work in new contexts, and spend- ing time in self-reflection. I use a computer to do preliminary drawings. Then I print them and use carbon paper to trace the images onto the canvas. It’s exacting work.
What accomplishment are you most proud of?
Getting through graduate school. It’s one of the toughest things I’ve ever done. It’s changed my outlook. I don’t have the same inhibitions I had before. I channel my strongest ideas into my work and see what happens. I’ve created some controversy with my work and have gotten a strong response from the public. I challenged people’s ideas and preconceived notions and, in the process, have grown both personally and ar- tistically.
What did you want to be growing up?
A geneticist or biomedical engineer. I started those studies at FSU before I switched to art.
Whose work do you admire?
I love the work of Pakistani artist Shahzia Sikander, an expert in Indo-Persian miniature painting. I met her at the Norton Museum of Art last year and she is one of the first South Asian artists to contemporize Indian art, combining Muslim imagery and Indian themes.
What quality do you value most in yourself?
I’m curious about everything. I go beyond the superficial and try to learn as much as possible. I’m curious about the science and physics of everything.





Boynton Beach Celebrates with Live Music, Inspiring Murals and Aero Art Painting and More at GOLDEN FEST



Golden Art and Music Fest

Sunday, October 11, 2015 | 1-6 PM

Boynton Beach Art District
"Where Art Comes Alive"

410-422 West Industrial Ave.
Boynton Beach, Florida 33426


The Boynton Beach Art District celebrates 5 years of art programming
community outreach, art-walks, concerts, open mic nights, 
fine art exhibitions and more with a day full of fun, food, and frolic!

Golden Art and Music Fest
presents

DUOVER LIVE IN CONCERT!
1 PM



RSVP On Facebook
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ActivistArtistA Bay Gates Project Inspiring Murals
11 Artists come together to produce murals based on 
quotes that have influenced their creative process!
Artists:
Eduardo Mendieta, Ripes, Kelcie McQuaid, Pascual Bartolo, Chris Acevedo, Renda Writer, Jonathan Fields, Patricia Awapara, Melissa Martinez, Marcos Conde,  and Dalhia Patrice Perryman.

Look at Last Years Project


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The First AERO ART Project
Sponsored by Delray Drone and Talking off the Wall
RSVP On Facebook

Artists, Thomas McAvoy, Michael Kupillas, Pascal Doytier and Rolando Chang Barrero present 
the first AeroArt Project. Using a DJI Phantom 3 Professional Drone. Initiating the use of a drone as a tool for the creative process all are invited to participate in the fun and exciting new art form. The intention is to inspire our youth to run with this idea and take it to new heights- literally! Dress appropriate if you'd like to join us...it may get messy! Fun Level: Very Very High!



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Hearts of Gold: Rug Art Making Project
A hands on project for adults and children!
RSVP On Facebook


Because... "Love doesn't count Chromosomes!"
In Support of

Broward Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization 20th Anniversary Buddy Walk

by Billy Hitz, Effis Art and friends! Bring a design or make one on the spot!

RSVP On Facebook

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Green Eats and Treats provided by The Bean Scene of Florida


Looking to deepen your connection to vegan eats? 
We are here to help you have fun, while expanding your lifestyle choices!

RSVP On Facebook
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Friday, September 18, 2015

Boynton Beach Setting Pace in Palm Beach County




Boynton Beach Setting Pace in Palm Beach County

City of Boynton Beach has fast become a leader of 
Art and Culture in Palm Beach County.

The Boynton Beach Art District and the Avenue of the Arts Program have put the town at the forefront of national and international cultural tourism.

Setting the pace for what's new, what's fresh, and what's really going on worldwide seems to be the mantra for this little beachfront city.

Avenue of The Arts

The Award Winning
Boynton Beach Art District 
Best Art Walk 2013 Best Exhibition 2014


  
Things to do in Boynton Beach: September-October 2015

Thursday, September 24, 2015 | 6-10 PM





The BBAD Monthly Art Walk and Open Mic Night September 24, 2015
Enjoy live music, fine art, mingle with the resident artist, take a tour of the ActivistArtistA Bay Gates Murals, and more. Free and family friendly environment.



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Friday, Sept. 25 5:30 - 7:30 PM 
Avenue of the Arts reception, Civic Center





You are cordially invited to the Avenue of the Arts opening reception
Sponsored by Desjardins Bank

It will be held in the Civic Center located at 128 East Ocean Avenue.
  • Meet the Artists 
  • Tour 11 Newly Installed Sculptures
  • Free Tours on Cycle Party
  • Refreshments sponsored by  The Secret Garden Cafe 


RSVP by September 18, 2015  email DurganJ@bbfl.us or call 561.742.6010.




Saturday and Sunday, October 10-11, 2015 | 1-6 PM

  
What leading artists and local students as the paint their murals during the annual
re-painting of the ActivistArtistA Bay Gates Project. Free.
Saturday: All Day
Sunday 1-6 PM

Featured Artists: Renda Writer, Kelcie McQuaid, Eduardo Mendieta, Patricia Awapara
and others

This year's theme: Inspiring Quotes

Rolando Chang Barrero, Curator 
BoyntonBeachArtDistrict@gmail.com or 786-521-1199
Facebook: Boynton Beach Art District ActivistArtistA Bay Gates Project
Twitter: @ActivistArtistA
Instagram: ActivistArtistA
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Sunday, October 11, 2015 | 1-6 PM


The Boynton Beach Art District is Celebrating it's Anniversary!
Live Painting + Art + Music + Dance + Food + Festivities
Spend the afternoon at The Boynton Beach Art District!

Walking Tours of the Bay Gates Project
Exhibitions of works by resident artists.
Special Live Drone Presentation!

Catch the Bean Scene here: Raw and Veggie Eats and Treats

Special Performance by

DUOVER!



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Thursday, October 15 - 6-9pm. 

"Appetite For Art" Ralph Papa’s 1st viewing - New European Plein Air Artwork.

For more info Contact:
Debby Coles-Dobay, Public Arts Manager
City Manager's Office, Art in Public Places
City of Boynton Beach
100 E. Boynton Beach Blvd.  |  Boynton Beach, Florida 33435
o: 561-742-6026  |  c: 561-632-7992



Wednesday, November 4 6-7:30pm 

"Artists in Florida Exhibit" artist reception. City Library 2nd floor.

For more info Contact:
Debby Coles-Dobay, Public Arts Manager
City Manager's Office, Art in Public Places
City of Boynton Beach
100 E. Boynton Beach Blvd.  |  Boynton Beach, Florida 33435
o: 561-742-6026  |  c: 561-632-7992





Thursday, September 17, 2015

Delray Drone To Make A Splash at Art WALK with Performance Art Presentation!




Known as the #1 ART WALK in Palm Beach County,
the Boynton Beach Art District Never Disappoints!
THURSDAY
September 24, 2015 6-10 PM
Boynton Beach Art District
"Where Art Comes Alive!"


Live Music, Open Mic, Vendors, Tours
and
Open Studio Visits

Special Drone Performance Art 
by
Delray Drone and Thomas McAvoy


Open Mic hosted by
Joseph Liberali
Live music provided by
Special Guest Musicians....


Paul Varian & Katie Beraha











Monday, September 14, 2015

Rolando Chang Barrero to Exhibit Work at "A Collective Dialogue" at Armory Art Center.


''THE ARTISTS OF ART SALON: A COLLECTIVE DIALOGUE''
AN EXHIBITION AT THE ARMORY ART CENTER
AND THE ARMORY ANNEX GALLERY
Saturday, Oct 3rd, 2015 through Saturday, Oct 31st, 2015

Reception - Armory Art Center 
Friday, Oct 2nd, 2015 - 6:00 pm through 8:00 pm
THE ARMORY ART CENTER
1700 Parker Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 

THE WORK OF ROLANDO BARRERO
SHOWN AT THE
"THE ARTISTS OF ART SALON: A COLLECTIVE DIALOGUE" EXHIBITION

ROLANDO BARRERO HAS PRESENTED AT THE FOLLOWING ART SALONS:



   
CONTACT INFORMATION
1021 Avon Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: 



Rostro 2015
36" x 48"
Acrylic on Canvas
$1200

ARTISTS STATEMENT
I am an artist.
I am not a painter, a sculptor, nor a photographer. 
Those are things I do.
I am an artist...My being is that of an artist.
I use media as vocabulary.... 

I am a graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. 
I have worked professionally for over 35 years as an artists.
During this time I have exhibited work in a variety of media including, cast iron, ceramics, performance, painting,etc...
I search for the best medium to produce my work, my art is not confined to a singular discipline.


Meet the Artists in the exhibition and view their work using the link that will appear here after September 26th, 2015

Event Locations:
THE ARMORY ART CENTER
1700 Parker Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The Armory galleries will be open Monday through Friday 9 am - 5 pm and Saturday 9 am through 4 pm

AND

THE ARMORY ANNEX GALLERY
1121 Lucerne Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33460
The Annex Gallery will be open Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 11 am – 6 pm and Friday, 11 am – 8 pm 


Reception - Armory Art Center 
Friday, Oct 2nd, 2015 - 6:00 pm through 8:00 pm
THE ARMORY ART CENTER
1700 Parker Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 

Reception - Annex Gallery 
Friday, Oct 23rd, 2015 - 6:00 pm through 8:00 pm
THE ARMORY ANNEX GALLERY 
1121 Lucerne Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33460 

FIRST SPECIAL EVENT START Artists/Curator Talk - Armory Art Center 
Friday, Oct 9th, 2015 - 6:00 pm through 8:00pm
THE ARMORY ANNEX GALLERY 
1121 Lucerne Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33460 

FIRST SPECIAL EVENT END SECOND SPECIAL EVENT START Artists/Curator Talk - Annex Gallery 
Friday, Oct 16th, 2015 - 6:00 pm through 8:00pm
THE ARMORY ART CENTER
1700 Parker Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 


Event Description:
Artists of Art Salon: A Collective Dialogue will exhibit the works of 58 artists, from Miami to Martin Counties, all of whom have been presenters over the last three years at Elle Schorr’s Art Salons. The works will fill three galleries at both the Armory Art Center in West Palm Beach and the newly renovated, mural covered Armory Annex Gallery in Lake Worth. 

Paintings, sculptures, and installations, using a wide variety of mixed media, and a video lounge (in Lake Worth), will address a breadth of social, cultural, and aesthetic concerns. The works will be grouped into three themes: “The Individual” in Greenfield Gallery, “The World” in East Gallery, both in West Palm Beach, and “Beyond” in the Armory Annex Gallery in Lake Worth.

Art Salons at the Armory have contributed to the understanding of contemporary art practices in South Florida since March, 2012. Presentations have been given by artists, writers, curators, gallerists, and collectors about their work, the work of well-known artists, and about professional artists’ development. The Armory Art Center is honoring the Art Salons with an exhibition this October, curated by Elle Schorr, founder and organizer of the Art Salons at the Armory.

Special Instructions:
Parking available at both locations. Admission is free.

Have Questions?