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in prestigious collections including, the Metropolitan
Museum of Art and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.
The exhibition presents thought-provoking and evocative
artworks inspired by the artists’ personal experiences and
cultural heritage. This is a must-see for anyone compelled
to explore the effects of the African diaspora on some of
today’s most successful contemporary artists. While some
of the pieces are available for purchase, others are on loan
from private collections.
Radical Jewelry Makeover (RJM) (January 26 to
March 20)
RJM is an ethical metalsmiths’ innovative community
mining project. The work, created by a community of
jewelers, raises awareness of the connection between
mining, metalsmithing, activism, collaboration, and art.
It involves volunteer “miners,” “smelters,” “refiners,” Leonardo Drew, Number 77S, 2019, Cotton, 39
jewelers, and metalsmiths working together to create a x 39 x16 ½ inches
new and transparent supply chain. RJM relies on local
“mines” – donated jewelry – as a source of “raw” material. virtually or in person in this non-stop, week- Adam Pendleton, Untitled (We Are Not),
The donated jewelry is then deconstructed to the original long festival. The festival kicks off with an Crowd in Railway Station by 2019, Silkscreen ink and spray paint on
components, and reconstructed into wearable works of art in-person paint out competition at the beautiful Purvis Young canvas, 36 x 28 inches
by artists, students, and professionals. All of the one-of-a- Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens. The artists
kind jewelry on exhibition will be available for purchase. will then paint en plein air (outdoors) in picturesque the community. For more information visit https://www.
Eighth Annual Plein Air Festival (March 14 to 20) locations throughout the country, competing against one lighthousearts.org.
The Eighth Annual Plein Air Festival is known to be another for cash and prizes. Art enthusiasts have the Facebook: @lighthousearts.org
the premier plein air festival in the Southeastern United opportunity to learn from the most highly regarded plein Instagram: @lighthousearts
States. The festival has been revamped to meet our current air artists in the country through live demonstrations and Twitter: @LighthouseArtC
times. Twenty-four national award-winning artists have workshops. One-of-a-kind art can be purchased at the Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery And 2-D Studio
been invited to exhibit their fresh works in the gallery gallery or online through a virtual catalog and online store. Virtual exhibitions are ongoing. The gallery and 2-D studio
and online during this highly anticipated celebration Competition pieces will be available for sale Friday, March building will reopen January 4.
of representational art that captures our environment 19, after a live-streamed awards ceremony. 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469
as history in the making. Participants can get involved About The Lighthouse ArtCenter (561) 746-3101
The Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery and School of Art is Lighthouse ArtCenter School Of Art And 3-D Studio
a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit founded in 1964 by eight artists 395 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, FL 33469
and Christopher Norton. The ArtCenter is dedicated to (561) 746-3101
the visual arts whose mission is to inspire, engage and Monday to Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
connect our community through a vibrant school of art, Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
unique exhibitions and diverse special events. In the last Saturday and Sunday: closed
57 years it has grown to include a gallery, school of art, STUDIO 385
gift shop, and art supply store. Supported by memberships, Jewelry and Textiles
sponsors, and grants the ArtCenter now serves over 385 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469
22,000 visitors, 2,200 students, 45 faculty members, 400 (561) 746-3101
summer art campers, and a comprehensive outreach Monday: 2 to 5 p.m.
program to benefit underserved and disabled residents in Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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