GARDEN SPAGHETTI HOUSE by Lucy Cortese Sepia-colored images on the wrinkled photo dissolve the faded smiles and blurred features of my parents proud Italian immigrants standing in front of their new establishment first-time restaurant owners Garden Spaghetti House the sign above their heads in bold letters Garden literal translation for Giardino a word that stumbles and mumbles euphemism bastardization of …
Artist: Viktor Lazarev Genre: Painting Bio: About Viktor Lazarev… Was born (Kazakhstan,USSR)… daycare… all schools… university(civil engineering diploma)… work… ‘revolutions’, removals(migrations)… Became an artist(or being one before,or not at all, you’re the judge!),self… live in JAX.FLA.USA… and still alive. Thank you (for your visit and a positive thoughts). Cheers. With Love. Vic Contact: lazarevv@bellsouth.net Piece: Jax.Fla. Piece Description: “Jax.Fla.”-original art …
Artist: John Taddia Genre: Painting Bio: I am a 65 year old male. Married with 2 daughters 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. I love to paint and draw. My dream in life was always to succeed in art. I would still love for that to happen. Piece: Pear with cherries Piece Description: This is a water color on 80lb …
Artist: “Doc” (John) Fabiano Genre: Other Bio: Doc Fabiano, has been a Jacksonville resident since 1978 and an artist, writer, cook, fisherman, and sailor most of his life. Growing up in a maritime community and settling in the lower latitudes, Doc has caught, consumed, or released most of his subjects. The present work is a progression that began while he …
Artist: Roselynn Imbleau Genre: Painting Bio: Heart driven artist. I work in oil, work from emotion and memory, and from small moments distilled from life. Currently, I am a VAMFA candidate at JU, and I live in Ponte Vedra. My work has been exhibited in North & South Carolina. Piece: Batman Piece Description: Oil on handmade paper. The square surfaces …
Artist: Arvid Smith Genre: Music Bio: I am a composer / performer working with stringed instruments in non-traditional as well familiar roles. This approach is reflected in my music not only in sound but in the stylistic blending of various genre. Piece: Song Of The Summer Squall Piece Description: Instrumental / multi layered “Song Of The Summer Squall” draws from …
Artist: Brion Griffin Genre: Painting Bio: American, born in the Canal Zone, Panama, raised in Honduras. Attended the Art Inst. of Ft. Lauderdale for Advertising and Fashion Design. Shown and sold from Florida to California. Love painting interesting portraits, landscapes and abstract/cubism. Used to paint for the fun of it, now I mostly do commissioned work. I donate a lot …
Artist: Bill Sims Genre: Music Bio: Shoot The Pier is a Jacksonville, FL based father-daughter band. We write, record and produce original instrumental surf music. Our CD and EP received strong reviews and get current airplay on CA college stations. We are honored to have been featured in the January 2015 Folio Weekly, and pleased our tunes are in films …
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
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 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 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 …
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 …
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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. …
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. …
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
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 …
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 …
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 …
Sunday, March 27 at 1PM on WJCT-TV
Jacksonville Beach native Annie Tuttle, shares the inspiration for her cold pressed juice shop, Watts Juicery.
Berry Good Farms teaches and employs individuals with intellectual disabilities while providing value to the community through the foods they grow and serve.
Sbraga & Company Pastry Chef Erika Weisflog discusses her journey into the world of sustainable baking.
Jacksonville in a Box – Local entrepreneur Jonny Videl partners with the The Arc Jacksonville to send boxes of iconic Jacksonville items to people and members of the military all over the world.
On this episode of Hometown, local entrepreneur Jonny Videl partners with the The Arc Jacksonville to send boxes of iconic Jacksonville items to people and members of the military all over the world. Sbraga & Company Pastry Chef Erika Weisflog discusses her journey into the world of sustainable baking. And Berry Good Farms teaches and employs individuals with intellectual disabilities …
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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 …
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 …
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: …
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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.
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 …
Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT’s Relax Radio Expands Format, Seven Nights a Week at Midnight on 89.9 FM Beginning April 1st (Jacksonville, FL, March 14, 2016); In celebration of Relax Radio’s one year anniversary, WJCT is expanding its programming to offer the First Coast community more opportunity to tune …
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 …
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 …
