The KeroWACKED Festival Unites Art Community on Sunday April 24, 2015

This year's KeroWACKED Multi-Media Fest
Sunday, April 24, 2016 11-11pm

will showcase more talent than ever before!

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Art Call Is Open for Submissions until April 10, 2016

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Boynton Beach Art District

On Sunday, April 24, 2016 from 11am to 11 pm you can expect to see the largest reunion of artists, musicians, poets, and performers in one place!

12 hour long programing of some of the best bands, musicians,poets, and artists gather to celebrate the arts! 

WHAT TO EXPECT..... 

The KeroWACKED® 

1.The KeroWACKED Exhibition

Group Exhibition at ActivistArtistA Gallery/Studio 

2. Aero Art 

Paintings made with the use of an DRONE by Michael Kupillas | Tom McAvoy | Rolando Chang Barrero

3. Leah’s Loom 

Live Fiber Art Presentation by Leah Bell 

4. Metalsmithing Presentation by The Dark Angel Armory and ForgeShaun Williams + Sylvia AndrassY + Amy McGrotty 

5. 3 Murals Being Painted Live

Edurado Medieta | Serafima Sokolov | Nicole Galluccio

6. Art Camper live painting by BULKS 

7. Performance Art

Jane “JC” Carroll of ArtAct 

8. 12 hours of Live Music

Alex Bach | Gregory Dirr, Ben Pachter, T.J. Brown | SloFunkPump | Jennell Eve Koffin Varnish | Ian Wehmeyer | Fried Chickens and Crackers John Graves | Jack Tafoya | Baby and The Troll |Epicurean PleasureRod Dusinberre | Zack Elliott | Craig McInnis | Arlow Cain 

9. Food Trucks 

Ps561 Food Truck1 | Caribbean Cowboy Food Truck | Joji Yogurt

Event is Sponsored by: 

WBMGR Radio | The Rickie Report | Florida Arts Association | ActivistArtistA Gallery

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The Press Responds to #LoveWins Exhibition and Celebration: Get OUT South Florida Radio Interview with Rolando Chang Barrero

GET OUT! South Florida

South Florida's Only LGBT Radio Show

Co-Hosts Tom Hantzarides & Kendal Rumsey

The press response to the recent #SCOTUS decision which was handed down on June 26 has been nothing short of supportive. #LoveWins has been ringing from every bell tower in the US and abroad.

Here in South Florida it has been no different. 

In print, online, and even on the radio stations, the celebratory air of the long awaited win escapes no one.  With joy and new found hope for the equality of all who love and wish to celebrate that love people have gathered all across the country.

On July 23rd, we will gather here, in Palm Beach County, to sing, dance, and enjoy some responses from artists and musicians at the Boynton Beach Art District.

Here is the radio broadcast from last night's interview with 

Rolando Chang Barrero on Get Out South Florida.

Thank you

Tom Hantzarides & Kendal Rumsey

LISTEN

http://www.wbzt.com/media/podcast-get-out-south-florida-getoutsouthflorida/get-out-south-florida-71415-26198819/

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#LoveWinsExhibition and Celebration 

that will take place on 

Thursday Night, July 23, 2015 | 6-10 Pm

at the

ActivistArtistA Gallery

422 West Industrial Ave.

Boynton Beach, Florida 33426

Sponsored by

More about #LoveWinsExhibition  HotSpots Magazine and Genre Latino 

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The Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Obergefell v. Hodges guarantees to same-sex couples throughout the nation the freedom to marry and the right to recognition of their marriages.  We have much to celebrate with this affirmation of the dignity, liberty and equality of same-sex couples, and the LGBT individuals who are part of those couples, under our federal Constitution.  Loving and committed couples and their families in every state and territory are now entitled to the far-reaching legal protections and respect for their relationships conferred through marriage. 

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Here are a few Marriage Equality FAQ's created through the joint efforts of the American Civil Liberties Union, Freedom to Marry, Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, Human Rights Campaign, Lambda Legal and National Center for Lesbian Rights.

Marriage Equality FAQ's

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GET OUT! South Florida

South Florida's Only LGBT Radio Show

Co-Hosts Tom Hantzarides & Kendal Rumsey

Tuesday 7PM-9PM   |   1230AM WBZT  The Talk Station

E-mail:  contact@getoutsouthflorida.com

www.GetOutSouthFlorida.com

Facebook.com/getoutsouthflorida

Twitter: @getoutsouthflorida

Get Out! South Florida Radio, Inc.

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Americana Solo Exhibition: Recent Works by Rolando Chang Barrero

America the Beautiful by Rolando Chang Barrero

Appetite for Art: Summer Foodie/Artists Series

Featuring the work of Rolando Chang Barrero

Americana Exhibition: Recent Works by Rolando Chang Barrero

July 24, 2014 thru August 27, 2014

The Secret Garden Cafe

410 East Boynton Beach Blvd.

Boynton Beach, Florida 33435

Reception: July 24, 2014 | 6 PM 

July 24, 2014-VIP Reception: Cost $20, includes: food, open wine bar, souvenir prints, live music, and exhibition of recent works by Rolando Chang Barrero

This event is a fundraiser for CCCGBB, a 501C3 not for profit.

 For more information and reservations please go to: 

http://cccgbb-org.webs.com/appetite-for-art-2

Boynton Beach- Artist, Rolando Chang Barrero to be showcased in the first Appetite for Art: Summer Foodie/Artists Series: Americana Exhibition to begin on July 24 with a reception for the artist. The event coordinated by Allan Hendricks, Director of the Board for Community Caring Center of Boynton Beach, is the kick-off to a summer long themed series which goes thru September.

Rolando Chang Barrero, BFA, MAAT, School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Visual Artist, Advocate, Writer, and Community Leader,
Recipient of Congressional Letter of Commendation

Founder of the Florida Arts Association

Director of the Boynton Beach Art District 

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New Times Magazine: "A More Sophisticated Event...Sacred Hearts by Rolando Chang Barrero"

By Natalya Jones 

7 "Cool Dad" Things to Do This Weekend

On the list of cool things to do is...

Thank you Natalya Jones!! 

Artsy Fartsy Dad
Sacred Hearts. 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 14 and 15. Coastars Coffee Bar, 12 S. J. Street, Lake Worth. Visit Facebook. 
Mixed in with all the drinks and debauchery going on this weekend is a more sophisticated event for daddy-o. Sure, he may be fartsy, but is he artsy fartsy?

Artist Rolando Chang Barrero will be displaying his Sacred Hearts series which explores religious symbolism. But don't worry, it ain't preachy. Boca band Rat's Mouth will be performing at 9, so you'll have a chance to jam after sipping on delicious cups of joe and checking out art dad and you will both enjoy.

More Cool Things To Do.....

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Sacred Hearts: Symbolism and Religion! New work by Rolando Chang Barrero

THE SACRED HEARTS

New Works by Rolando Chang Barrero

Reception 

June 14, 2014 at 7 PM

In Rolando's new work, the Sacred Hearts series, he explores the power of symbols in religious imagry by replacing the "crown of thorns" with six of his signature black and white 'pajaro/bird' icons acknowleding the Bible's symbolization of the number six that historically symbolizes man and human weakness. In smaller works of the series Rolando changes the number of birds to four referencing the writers of the Gospels.

Rolando is non-sectarian, but he is avaid student of religious symbolism. 

"But there is a dark-side, after all, to the pretty little birds... if you care to venture below the surface into the depth of the symbol, you might find evidence of a life lived with hard lessons and hard truths."

-Jacques de Beaufort, 

Dir. Unit 1 Exhibition Space

Coastars Coffee Bar

12 South J Street

Lake Worth, Florida

The Scared Heart Series by Rolando Chang Barrero

all original works on canvas

Performing Live at the reception...

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News Today: In the Midst of Hardship, Art Continues to Give Respite

In the Midst of Hardship, 

Art Continues to Give Respite

by Rickie Leiter -Rickie Report

“The Show Must Go On” is normally associated with theater.  In the midst of dealing with the devastation of the Boynton Beach Flood and injury, Rolando Chang Barrero put aside an important document.  The ARTalFRESCO satellite exhibit was one the biggest efforts by Rolando to highlight the City of Boynton Beach’s art scene and was a pillar of Art Synergy’s premiere.  The Rickie Report shares the details of the document and invites everyone to gain a better understanding of the role of art in our everyday lives.  We include a number of events that you will not want to miss!

Boynton Beach Leads the Way

 

 RECEPTION FOR  ”ELEMENTS”  EXHIBITION

February 13, 2014

Boynton Beach City Library

208 South Seacrest Blvd.

5:30  -  7:30 p.m.

Exhibit Continues Through May,  2014

While dealing with the devastation of the Boynton Beach Flood, a brown envelope was put aside to be opened at a later moment.  The manila envelope was stacked among the many “get to it later” correspondence that did not look like a bill.  At the time cleaning up and preparing for the ARTalFRESCO Exhibition was paramount, it was only days away–and the show must go on. The ARTalFRESCO satellite exhibit was one the biggest efforts by Rolando Chang Barrero to highlight the City of Boynton Beach’s art scene. Busy with the cleanup, the exhibit, an injury to his left hand, and fundraising for the losses incurred by the flood, the envelope remained unopened.

Damage from the Boynton Beach Flood

After all was said and done, in a moment reprieve from the madness, the letter from the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington D.C. was opened.  The Honorable Alcee L. Hastings had penned a glowing letter of recognition to local artist and arts administrator, Rolando Chang Barrero, for “The wonderful work teaching the students of Manatee Elementary the importance of recycling and showing them how to turn trash into art.” The Congressman’s letter which came as an unexpected surprise,

 “Brought tears to my eyes,” says Barrero.

Rolando who is no stranger to motivating the community through his art is participating in “ELEMENTS”, a three man exhibit on the importance of safeguarding South Florida’s Eco-system.  ”ELEMENTS” includes work by Greg Matthews, Rolando Chang Barrero and Anthony Burks, Sr.  at the City Library on Boynton Beach, all are invited to the reception on February 13, 2014 from 5:30-7:30.

 

The South Florida ecosystem relies heavily on elements which surround our wildlife and impact our daily lives. From the aquifer to coastal waters, from everglades to beaches, from hurricanes to flash fires, we experience our environment in its natural habitat.

Greg Matthews, Rolando Chang Barrero and Anthony Burks,Sr.

In this exhibit three artists Rolando Chang Barrero, Anthony Burks Sr. and Greg Matthews highlight the importance of the environmental conversation movement in South Florida. Collectively, the artists engaged in conversations and site visits with leaders of conservatory organizations throughout South Florida.

They observed, documented and processed their images and experiences.  The artists created three collaborative artworks which are the centerpiece of the Elements exhibition. Each artist contributed his medium to the collaborative artworks: Rolando, painting; Anthony, drawing; and Greg, photography. The collaborative artworks are not only esthetically pleasing but have great social impact. Each artist also has several individual artworks exhibited to demonstrate their medium and commitment to environmental issues.

This exhibition supports and builds upon the City of Boynton Beach’s GREEN programs including Earthweek activities, Climate Action Plan, Galaxy E3 Elementary School, Seaborne Cove and its Old Dixie Eco Walk.  It is hoped is that visitors will have a deeper appreciation for the South Florida’s ecosystems by experiencing this exhibition.

Later this month Rolando will be joining Lori Durante, organizer of Children & Family Day, to produce a puppets and puppet show with children on the importance of fresh fruit in their daily diet.  The theme for the the annual event is ‘Apples.’  Children & Family Day is held at the Boynton Beach Women’s  Club, on February 23, 2014, noon to 4 p.m.

ART SYNERGY

at   the

INTERNATIONAL AMERICAN FINE ART FAIR 

http://www.aifaf.com/general_info.html

Preview Evening

Tuesday, February 4th, 2014
First View
6-7:30pm
(by invitation)

Collectors’ Invitational
7:30-10pm
Admission with Multi-Day Pass or by invitation

Public Hours

February 5-9, 2014
Noon – 7:00 pm
(til 9pm on Friday, Feb 7)

Palm Beach County Convention Center
650 Okeechobee Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Click here for map and directions

YOU CAN HELP WITH FLOOD RELIEF CAMPAIGN

https://fundly.com/flood-relief-for-the-boynton-beach-art-district

http://www.wpbf.com/news/south-florida/palm-beach-county-news/Art-damaged-during-Boynton-Beach-flooding/-/8815578/24185250/-/15kaxhmz/-/index.html

For more information please contact Rolando Chang Barrero   ActivistArtistA   Gallery,  The Boynton Beach Art District    422 West Industrial Ave.,  Boynton Beach, FL 33426   786/521-1199  or visit:

 https://www.facebook.com/RolandoChangBarreroArtStudio?ref=hl    or

http://activistartista.blogspot.com/

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Unit 1 Gallery showcases "Til the Cows Come Home" By Rolando Chang Barrero

Til the Cows Come Home by Rolando Cang Barrero

"‘El Pajaro Numero 1’, shows a serious yet peaceful expression with beautiful hues of blue, surrounded by tropical flowers that seem to blend with the emotion of the work."

-Laura Lordi, Palm Beach Post

Curator's Notes

"But there is a dark-side, after all, to the pretty little birds and the beautiful boys, and if you care to venture below the surface into the depth of the symbol, you might find evidence of a life lived with hard lessons and hard truths."

-Jacques de Beaufort, Curator

Visit Rolando's facebook page

By Laura Lordi

Palm Beach Post Staff Writer

A new, unique gallery has opened in Lake Worth. Unit 1, described as a performance and exhibition space, showcases artists in all media.

Their newest show, ‘Surface and Symbol: The Work of Rolando Chang Barrero’, promises to be of the same description: unique.

After overcoming brain cancer, which halted his career for years, Barrero is having his first solo show in 15 years.

His close-up portraits depict colorful, yet dark expressions of the subject. The vibrant face in his acrylic piece, ‘El Pajaro Numero 1’, shows a serious yet peaceful expression with beautiful hues of blue, surrounded by tropical flowers that seem to blend with the emotion of the work.

It is though the dark reality Barrero has had to face shows underneath the surface of his paintings.

The opening reception and show will be Friday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with musical performances by Jean Jacket and Sweet Bronco from 10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

The gallery is currently open during events and by appointment only.

‘Surface And Symbol’

When: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday

Where: Unit 1 Gallery, 1202 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth

Admission: Free

Info: (213) 255-0730 or visit https://www.facebook.com/unit1projects

Earth Day Exhibition at ActivistArtistA Gallery

FO 

FOUND OBJECT

Exhibition

Reception

April 25th, 2013 6-10 PM

ActivistArtistA Gallery

422 West Industrial Ave

Boynton Beach, Florida 33426

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