The First Philadelphia Fine Art Fair presents Important Contemporary Works

Philadelphia hosted it’s first major contemporary art fair. The opening ceremony and awards celebration, welcome remarks by Rick Friedman, Executive Director, PFAF, and Bill Fine , President, art net Noted art patron and author

Shaw presented the 2019 Art Collector of the Year to Cecily Sherman. Rick Friedman presented the 2019 Outstanding Philadelphia Artist Award to the late sculptor Dina Winds. Accepted by John Wind and Jerry Wind.

Friedman said, Most of the galleries are contemporary. Young people are focusing more on contemporary art. In the past year, these art fair have driven the market, to the point where many dealers give up their physical space, using more resources to have a presence at art fairs.

The Philadelphia Fine Art Fair was held April 4-7  at 23 St. Troop Armory, Philadelphia. The weekend event hosted special events, panel discussions, meet the artists and over 30 contemporary art booths to view the latest work by artists on a global scale. The cost to participated in these art fairs, doesn’t come cheap and  can range between 15,000 to 18,000. Most of that cost is spend for the booths.

Philadelphia artist, Jon Manteau I. Jon’s  art work  is currently on display at LGTripp Gallery in Philadelphia. I CHILD’S PLAY IV I HOUSE PAINT ON NEOPRENE PLAYMATES 40’X 40′  Jon Manteau received his Masters of Fine Art , in 1996, from the University of Delaware. He studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts where he received   a four – year certificate in 1987.  He has taught at the University of Delaware ,Temple /Tyler University. Jon has recently become a faculty member at Penn State University /Brandywine. He exhibits nationally and has been a working artist over 30 years. Jon’s  solo exhibition is to follow in the spring of 2019, at a different “pop- up local which has not yet to be determined. This exhibit will consist of three themes, connected by the notion of a place called Skyland.

    

• Jon Manteau                                                           Photo: kim Tisa

City of Philadelphia Office of Arts Culture and the Creative Economy has been  celebrating  60 years of the percent for Art Programs, that has help to grow this 1,100 + piece collection.

The second Annul, Philadelphia Fine Art Fair will returned in 2020, April 2-5. For future information contact: http://www.philfineartfair.com

 

 

 

 

UNCF Mayor’s Ball Secures Better Futures for the next Generation of Leaders

Mayor Jim Kenny and other dignitaries participated in the 7th Annual UNCF Philadelphia   Mayor’s Masked Ball at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on March 23 to benefit the area’s future leader, Celebrating  a milestone of 75 years, UNCF ( Untied Negro College Fund) has assisted nearly half a million students to earn college degrees.

The annual Philadelphia UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball is a fundraising and social event of the year. The festive evening of elegance and magic will feature national celebrity guests, elected officials, public and private sector leaders, a live and silent auction, dining, dancing, music by local favorite DJ Gary-O and a Masked Award Pre-Ball Reception and red carpet photo op, honoring local UNCF supporters who by their generosity have provided hope and opportunity to deserving minority youth.

The UNCF Phialdelphia Mayor’s Masked Ball provides the next generation of leaders with resources to be successful in tyhe modern work world and educate the public on the importance and impact of historically-black college and universities. (HBCU’s)

NBC 10’s Emmy- winning achor Jacqueline London and meteorologist Britty Shipp served as the program’s co-emcees.

also in attendance, Michael L. Lomax, Presidentand Ceo of UNCF, Dr. Benda Allen, President Allen, President, Lincoln University : Dr.Aaron A. Walton , President , Cheyney University of Pennsylvania; Dr. Ricard  M.  Englert , President of Temple University , and Dr. Guy Generals , president , Communoty College of Phialdelphia.

Event Co- Chairs were; Stephanie Mays Boyd, Vice President pf Sales and Marketing, Pennsylvania Convention Center;Richard Harris, President & General Manager of NBC 10/Telemundo; Alycia Horn, Vice President and deputy General Counsel Comcast Philadelphia , and Joe H. Tucker, Jr., Founder and Managing Partner, Tucker Law Group.  Students from Murell Dobbins Career and Technical Education High School in North Phialdelphia created  elaborate , colorful masks for purchases for the Parade of Mask’s segment.

With the help of contributors in the Greater Pennsylvania area, more than $3 million was awarded last year in scholarship and programs to HBCU’s such as Delaware and Lincoln  University. Last year event raised more then 491,000 and resulted in 300 scholarships for student and college ‘universities in Philadelphia. Nationwide , nearly 60,00 students and 1,100 higher institutions will  benefit.Greater Pennsylvania area, 3.4 million was awarded last year scholarships and program.

3rd Annual Summit For Women & Girls

 

(Pictured Left to Right) Photo#1 Never Too Young to Break Barriers: M’niyah DeVaughn,Student Athlete, Allison William Bruno Moderator,Former Villanova and Georgetown Universities Lacrosse Coach, and Aniyah Ayers, 76ers Youth Ambassador.

(Pictured Left to Right) Top Photo#2 Our Voices..Our Power: Felicia Harris, Chair of Philadelphia Commission for Women,Sheila Hess,City Representative, Dr. Pamela Barnett, La Salle University, Jovida Hill, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Commission for Women,Tamla Edwards, 6 ABC,Latodha Brown, Black Voter’s Matter Fund and Elizabeth Firdler,Philadelphia Commisssion For Women.

Pictured #3 A Band Called You: Guest Speaker, Rev. Dr. Lorina  Marshall -Blake, Independent Blue Cross Foundation, President poses with guest.

Mayor Kenney and Philadelphia Commission for Women Host Free Third Annual Summit for Women and Girls during Women’s History Month
LaTosha Brown, Feminista Jones, Gisele Barreto Fetterman lead discussions on women’s empowerment focusing on economic & leadership development, smart-technology, branding, health and self-esteem.

 

2019 Philadelphia Flower Show

 

 

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The Power of Flowers

The Philadelphia Flower show brings together hundreds of florists, landscapers, designers and students who create wondrously eye-catching displays that celebrate the majesty of horticulture.

A soaring entrance garden always welcomes visitors with a spectacle, interpreting the year’s theme via an immersive display of art, flowers, waterfalls and dramatic architecture.

Shopping is a huge component of the Flower Show and more than 150 vendors set up shop on the convention center floor to peddle a dizzying array of garden furniture, hand-crafted jewelry, cut flowers, unique plants, gardens.

The FTD World Cup announced the semi-finalists….in no particular order….Russia, Finland, Hungary, Australia, Korea, Japan, Italy, China, Germany and Czech Republic!! #ftdworldcup #congratulations. The winner, Bart Hassam from Australia won the World Cup Competition.

The Power of Flowers ignited a warm welcome of the 70’s. Visitors dressed in their flowered bell bottoms, wore peace signs and carried fabulous fingered pocketbooks. This year, Dog Day allowed pet owners to bring their dogs to the event , Pablo a blue pitbull seemed to bring a smile to people faces, as he was greeted by visitors that admired him at the show.  This speculator Philadelphia Flower Show continues to brings friends and families members together to celebrate this beautiful yearly event held at the Philadelphia Convention Center.

President George W. & Laura Bush

 

2018 Liberty Medal Recipients

National Constitution Center Honors George W Bush And Laura Bush During 30th Annual Liberty Medal Ceremony

George W. Brush served as 43rd president of the United State and Laura Brush served as First lady from 2001-2009.They are founders of the George W. Bush Institute Center in Dallas Texas, which is home to the George George W. ,a nonpartisan public policy and leadership development center focusing on solving today’s most pressing challenge. The center focus on the military initiative within the Bush Institute  honors the service and scarifice of all post 9/11 veterans by support and addressing the challenges of employment and overcoming the invisible wounds of war. Ms. Bush ‘s work is focused on caregivers of post 9/11 veterans.

Take Action against ALZHEIMER’S

 

Lily Holloway and Saundra Lewis AKA Sorority

Is it alzheimer’s or just signs of aging?

Your memory often changes as you grow older. But memory loss that disrupts your daily life is not a typical part of aging. It may be a symptom of dementia. Dementia is a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. The most common form is Alzheimer’s disease, a fatal disorder that results in brain cells and function.

African Americans are more likely to have vascular disease, they may also be at greater risk for developing Alzheimer’s. Rick factors for vascular disease – like diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol- maybe risk factors and stroke- related dementia. If you have a love one with symptoms contact: Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market Street ,Suite 102, Philadelphia , Pa.

Tell Congress to act now-Take action against Alzheimer’s One out of five medicare  dollars is spent on people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. The cost of the disease is staggering and it’s not just financial. One in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s dementia.

eHomecare

Tina Kandell; Administrator for eHomecare

Aging alone is a thing of the past for many seniors. The eHomecare service provides to millions of Philadelphia residents in need of care. eHomecare offers services; housekeeping, laundry services, meal preparation,clean up, escort to doctor’s appointments, shopping escort, family liaison, daily grooming, bathing, sleeping over service medication reminders, recreational activities. Home health care; nursing services, homecare and health aids, physical therapy, occuptional therapy, specch, medical social work and so much much more.For more information contact: http://www.eHomecare.org or 610.664.9400, 888.502 1109

 

March For Our Lives

                     Pictured: Philadelphians march in solidarity for gun control change

Florida students march on Washington to voice for gun control changes to adult Politicians. Teenagers who survived the deadly shooting  called for protests nationwide. saying, ” We are going to be marching together as students begging for our lives. “We are students, you guys are adults. You need to take some action and play the role. Work together and get something done.”

David Hoggs and  Emma Gonzales and a number of students from Marjory Stoneman have become vocal. The students urged other students around the country to join in the march on Washington on Saturday, March 23th. More then 800 sister marches were held across  the country, from Philadelphia  to Los Angles and around the world students, teachers, parents survivors of school shooting and celebrities took their message against gun violence and the gun lobby to seats of powers.

Students along with celebrities took to the stage to shared their stories and messages to over 800.000 who rallied at the march in Washington D.C.

Yolanda Renee King, the 9 -year -old granddaughter of the Rev. Martin Luther King told the crowd that she too, has a dream,” enough is enough.” Yolanda also, had the protesters repeat and chance three times. Spread the word. Have you heard. All across the nation. We are going to be a great generation.”

Naoami Wadler an eleven year old student said,” I am here to acknowledge and represent the African American girls whose stories don’t Lead on the evening news. I represent African American girls who are victims of gun violence, who are simple statistics instead of being vibrant, beautiful girls full of potential.”

Los Angles student activist, Enda Chaves speaks out at the March for Our lives, ” I have learned to duck from bullets before I learned how to read.”

Emma Gonzales  with tears in  her eyes names the murdered Parkland victims and observes several minutes of silence in a 6 – minutes, 20 second speech that covered the same time it took a gunman to kill 17 people in a high school,” Fight for your lives before it’s someone else job.” said Emma

March for our lives movement lead activists to promote change for gun violence.”Too many children are dying instead of learning” said David Hoggs. When the mid-term elections come. Eighteen year old voters, will vote out politicians who do not have an interest in all American students being safe. Children all over the world have been affected by gun violence and students our saying ,” We will not be silence.” This is not a moment but a movement to safe our lives and future from corruption. Students are stepping up to the plate and using their voice to make a difference.

 

 

 

 

2018 Philadelphia Flower Show

Philadelphia Flower Show is back! “Wonders of Water,” this year’s theme, will display the relationship between water and horticulture through a wide selection of plants, from vibrant desert blooms to delicate orchids and lush flowering vines. The displays, designed by the country’s leading garden designers, are inspired by temperate forests, tropical rain forests, native woodlands, and desert landscapes. The exhibit will be held on March 3-11-2018 at Pennsylvania Convention Center,Philadelphia, PA.

 

Urban Art Gallery in West Philadelphia

(Pictured Left to Right) Wasiu Ojuolape Jr. poses with Kalphonse Morris,Curator of Urban Art Gallery in West Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, PA.- The Urban Art Gallery is located on 262 S.52nd Street in Philadelphia. The gallery is a non-profit organization that is committed to providing Philadelphia youth with free multi-faceted arts and culture programs. In addition to featuring up rising artists like Wasui Ojuolape Jr artwork. Wasui is an self -taught artist who is inspired by graffiti art and the beauty of everyday life. The focal point of his art will capture you with familiar pop icons or the aesthetic of nature.

“No Attention Needed” This is how artist, Wasiu A. Ojuolape Jr., describes his artwork. He feels that his art speaks for itself. Wasiu describes his work as fun, extravagant, youthful and always evolving. He allows himself to create in the moment and let internal inspiration be his guide. It’s all about the creative flow and vibe. The message may sometimes be unclear but he always paints with a purpose. His style consist of using a range of colors, shapes, words, patterns pop icon and two signature characters the bear and robot. He shared that the characters interchangeably represent his state of mind.
As Wasiu got older he began to search for what made him happy. After his family moved to New Jersey he began teaching himself with “how to” drawing lessons online. Later, he became intrigued with graffiti and street art. Wasiu remembers practicing and having a sketch book filled with graffiti and carton drawings. This is when he got his inspiration for his brand name “Exotick”.
Wasiu’s decided to advance his knowledge of art by taking his first art class in high school. His joy of creating grew as he learned the basic techniques and history of art. To further is studies in art he enrolled at Rowan College in NJ. Wasiu completed a year and half of college but felt the classroom setting was not where he could find his inspiration. He left school with the intention of enhancing his own unique style. About two years later, he realized there were other basic art/design concepts he needed and re-enrolled to Rowan. Wasiu enjoys working with both acrylic and spray paint but prefers the later. He finds spray paint allows him more freedom to express his creativity.

In 2016 Wasiu Ojuolape, Jr. made a New Year’s Resolution that resulted in a productive year. He has sold over 20 original paintings and created a great foundation for his brand “ExoticK”. He adopted a mantra… strive for what I want and don’t compare because I am unique. He accredited this through his mother’s support of his talents. Wasiu’s future endeavor is to continue his education whether it is in a classroom or travelling; while enhancing his unique creative expression that many people have come to know and love with his art.