Artist: Ximena Vergara Genre: Painting Bio: I’m a visual artist native of Colombia, I have been living and working in the USA for over 15 years. My work is mainly done in Pastels on paper but have also explore print making, traditional B & W photography, mix media as well as digital media among others. I’m inspired by nature and …
“Black Black Blood” by Katherine Archer
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 …
“A Brief Glimpse” by Gordon Meggison
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 …
“Diana Ross” by Stephanie Glen
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 …
“Stay Near” by Kia Mayshack
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 …
“Church on King St., St. Augustine” by E. Curtis
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 …
“El Cid” by William Meyer
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 …
“Oriole at Sunrise” by Paula Willits
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 …
“They Were Loved” by Ulysses Salett
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 …
“Manatee” by Jolie Schlieper
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
“over the top” by Jimmy Shover
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 …
“movement 1” by Shellie Thies
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. …
“Fallen” by Danny Davis
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 …
“Polar Bear Rock Santa” by Darlene Miller
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 …
“Yesterday” by Vernon Harper
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 …
“Great Egret in Best Sunday Plumage.” by Anthony Whiting
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 …
“Autumn” by Bill Misenheimer
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 …
“Abbie in Winter” by Kaytee Esser
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 …
“Get out of my head” by Adam Morris
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 …
“Tiki Sculpture” by Dennis Thomas
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
“Bathe” by Viktor Lazarev
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, …
The Little Books – “Bridges”
Local musicians The Little Books perform their song “Bridges.”
Pamela Affronti – “Green”
Local musician Pamela Affronti performs her song “Green.”
Jonny Jimison
Local comic artist Jonny Jimison talks about the process of drawing comics.
Breaking Through – “The Space Between Us”
Andrew A. Jones and Danny Resnick of Breaking Through perform the song ‘The Space Between Us’ from studio B.
Flow Motion
Flow Motion Martial Arts performs.
John E. Citrone – Drum Solo
John E. Citrone performs “Milk” from his home studio.
Grandpa’s Cough Medicine – “Julianne”
Local band Grandpa’s Cough Medicine plays their song “Julianne” at One Spark 2014.
The Wil·low·Wacks – “Rich Woman”
Local musicians The WillowWacks perform their cover of “Rich Woman.”
The Wil·low·Wacks – “The Mantra”
Local musicians The WillowWacks perform their song ‘The Mantra’.
Canary in the Coalmine – “I’m Alone”
Local musicians Canary in the Coalmine perform their song “I’m Alone”.
Civil Brute – “No Regard”
Local band Civil Brute performs their song “No Regard.”
Corner Taco: Seared Asparagus
Local food truck owner, Chris Dickerson, demonstrates how to cook a simple seared asparagus.
Corner Taco: Seared Fish Filet
Local food truck owner, Chris Dickerson, demonstrates how to cook a simple seared fish filet.