“New Art” in Newark

“Unbounded: New Art for a New Century” The Newark Museum has grouped together 50 works of the last 15 years by artists that represent creativity from all parts of the world. Painting, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, and jewelry are examples of “global” art for modern times. Included are sculptor...

2009 William H. Johnson Prize

Applications for the 2009 William H. Johnson Prize are now available online at http://www.whjohnsongrant.org Please note that the due date for all applications is July 31, 2009, several months earlier than in past years. Applicants are advised to take note of the change so that they do not miss the...

Monet at the High

The High Museum in Atlanta has borrowed 4 of French Impressionist artist Claude Monet’s paintings, from MoMA in NYC, for a special presentation beginning June 4 – August 23, 2009. “Monet Water Lilies” features some of the work Monet, 1840- 1926, created while in the midst of his beloved garden and...

Black Book Expo * LA 8/22/09

The Los Angeles Black Book Expo 2009 will celebrate its 5th year on 8/22/09. The day long program will feature authors, storytellers, spoken word contests and poetry performances. There will also be musicians, children’s events, panel discussions, editors, publishers, and more! LABBX 2009 Saturday...

Laura Nyro and Warren Zevon on Memorial Day.

Both of these very talented song writer/ performers, born the same year, and passed away early in their lives. They come to mind because it’s  Memorial Day Weekend or Decoration Day as it was first named. Laura Nyro , who always interested me because she grew up in the Bronx (my first home) and she...