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May 2020
31st Annual University Student Exhibition
We are pleased to announce the student artists selected to participate in Atlantic Center for the Arts 31st Annual University Student Exhibition:
Isabel O' Carroll - ceramics/sculpture installation (Florida Atlantic University)
Michele Meyers - photography (University of Central Florida)
Eli Goldstone - video/video installation (Florida State University)
Juror: Michelle Grabner
A Moment in Time- Paintings by Marc Barrett
On View: May 26 - July 18, 2020 | Meet the Artist: Saturday, June 6, 2 PM - 5 PM
We are excited to announce that the exhibition A Moment in Time – Paintings by Marc Barrett is now on view and that the gallery has reopened with our regular hours in place. While we are not able to host an opening reception for this exhibition in our typical fashion (with live music and cocktails), we are excited to announce that on Saturday, June 6, from 2-5 PM, Marc Barrett will be at the gallery for a casual meet and greet. Barrett’s exhibition will remain on view through July 18.
ACA Downtown, Arts on Douglas, feature gallery
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
Learn more at artsondouglas.net
Call for Submissions | Endless Summer
Arts on Douglas is now accepting submissions for the annual themed exhibition, Endless Summer. This is an opportunity for Florida artists to submit work that demonstrates their interpretation of the Endless Summer theme: summer ideals, memories, or perceptions of the summer season.
Submission deadline: Midnight, June 20, 2020 | Notification: June 27, 2020
June 2020
Abstract Line Play- Facebook LIVE
Saturday, June, 6, 1 PM - Facebook LIVE
ACA artist ambassador, Heather Pastor invites you to be inspired by musical influence in visual art. Using intuitive and directed placement of the beautiful lines of musical symbols, color and shape you'll create well composed pieces of artwork inspired by the abstract work of Wassily Kandinsky. www.facebook.com/atlanticcenterforthearts
Find out more »Self-Portrait Challenge – Facebook Video Premiere
ACA Community Artist Bethany Bennett, calls for a creative challenge! Try your hand at drawing a self-portrait using pencil and paper. A fun way to learn proportion, detail observation, and practice patience. facebook.com/atlanticcenterforthearts
Find out more »Igniting the Feminine Spirit with Rachel Chase – Facebook Live
Saturday, June 13, 1 PM Facebook Live | An expressive arts and mental well-being workshop to support women with creativity and exploration of their feminine spirit for resilience, self-care, and deep listening. Create healing energy through the process of meditation, writing, drawing, and perhaps painting if you choose. This workshop is to support women and to offer insight into one of the experiences that will be offered during ACA's Women's Creative Wellness Retreat to be held at the beautiful ACA main campus from September 3-7, 2020. Creative social distancing in effect!
Find out more »Hip Hop and Lyricism with Justincredible
Fridays, June 19 – August 14, 10 AM - 12 PM
Atlantic Center for the Arts has produced a NEW program for the Alonzo "Babe" James Community Center Summer Camp. Have fun with hip hop music! Write your own lyrics and learn how to flow like an MC! Local poet and music producer, Justin Lang creates a positive space for teens to express themselves and build confidence. A super cool way to return to school well versed! Free with registration to Alonzo "Babe" James Community Center Summer Camp.
Expressive Art Journaling – Facebook LIVE
Come explore art journaling in this free online class led by artist/art therapist Laura Bohn. The goal of therapeutic art journaling is to reduce stress and promote relaxation by increasing participants' ability to play, experiment and gain self-guided insight and understanding of one's own emotions. Added benefits can include self-growth, discovery, and joy through visual storytelling in a supportive group environment. facebook.com/atlanticcenterforthearts
Find out more »Art Passport To Go!
June 22, June 29, July 13 | Bring the world to your home each week with an Art Passport project. Atlantic Center for the Arts is moving its popular art camp program to provide fun take-away projects picked up at the beginning of each week, including free supplies and easy instructions. Limited to 50 per week. For more information on this free program, email pimbert@atlanticcenterforthearts.org
Find out more »Nature Sketch Club – Facebook LIVE
Enjoy the outdoors with this engaging activity. Artist Bethany Bennett, MFA leads you through sketch techniques and wellness exercises to bring you closer to nature. You just need a sketch pad and pencil. facebook.com/atlanticcenterforthearts
Find out more »Music to Elevate – Facebook Video Premiere
Atlantic Center for the Arts presents local musician and artist, Jasmin Rhia as she uses the power of positive words to elevate the mind, body, and spirit by producing a live song with the violin and electronic beats. Her entertainment group, Artists of Morality uses the power of music to promote self-love and mental health awareness. Join Jasmin for this uplifting session that will inspire you to sing along and feel the love! facebook.com/atlanticcenterforthearts
Find out more »September 2020
Women’s Creative Wellness Retreat
Be inspired during this all-inclusive five-day creative immersion at Atlantic Center for the Arts spectacular retreat center and arts complex, with trips to the beach! This skillfully curated therapeutic experience supports women on their journey to cultivate well-being through creative engagement and wellness practices. Rate: $795 / Atlantic Center for the Arts members $700 (includes accommodation, food, and tuition for 4 nights / 5 days). Limited to 25 participants. Register to secure your spot! Contact Eve Payor, Atlantic Center for the Arts Director of Community Programs at (386) 423-1753 or community@atlanticcenterforthearts.org
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