Florida Mining: A New Gallery Opens In Jax

CPHACE
A NEW SERIES BY LAIRD

October 7 - November 1, 2011

Florida Mining, a new gallery of contemporary art, is delighted to present cphace, a series of photographs by Northeast Florida-based artist Laird.

“If I can walk down the same path as you and capture it differently, then that is what I will do.”

The new series is composed of images captured during Laird’s travels to far-reaching locations including Alaska, the Florida Keys, Costa Rica, and the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge of Georgia. Using a camera converted to record infrared light to capture images of his surroundings, both familiar and exotic, resulted in photographs of flora stripped of their natural, vibrant colors, to be replaced with a heightened reliance on line and texture. Laird then further manipulates the imagery through mirroring and monochromatic color enhancement. 

Viewers are encouraged to spend time with the resulting artwork, allowing the sundry of faces that are naturally created within the symmetrical images’ central axes to appear.

“Because they are composed of organic objects and devoid of straight lines, the symmetry of the mirrored images is not unlike that of the face,” says Laird of the series. “As humans, we instinctively search for familiar forms and our own counterparts. We search for other human faces; and see them.”

Florida Mining, a new gallery by Steve Williams, has a mission to present emerging through mid-career artists who are thought provoking and fresh with a mix of medium and perspective.

Florida Mining is located at 5300 Shad Road, Jacksonville, Florida.
904.535.7252

Seven New Cities Added to Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour by Cirque du Soleil

Written & directed by Jamie King
Seven New Cities Added to Tour Schedule
As Anticipation Grows for the World Premiere

September, 2011 – With anticipation growing for the launch of Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour, Cirque du Soleil announced today the addition of seven new cities to the 2012 tour schedule in advance of the World Premiere on October 2, 2011 in Montreal. The show is now scheduled to perform in 56 cities across North America, with more cities expected.

The added cities for 2012 performances are: Jacksonville, FL (March 7-8); Raleigh, NC (March 10-11); Charlotte, NC (March 13-14); Columbia, SC (April 27-28); Baltimore, MD (May 5-6); Nashville, TN (June 12-13); and Chicago, IL (July 20-21). For details and the full tour schedule, please go to www.cirquedusoleil.com/MichaelJackson.


About the show

A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael’s creative world and literally turns his signature moves upside down, Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour unfolds Michael Jackson’s artistry before the eyes of the audience. Aimed at lifelong fans as well as those experiencing Michael’s creative genius for the first time, the show captures the essence, soul and inspiration of the King of Pop, celebrating a legacy that continues to transcend generations.

The Immortal World Tour takes place in a fantastical realm where we discover Michael’s inspirational Giving Tree—the wellspring of his creativity. The secrets of Michael’s inner world are unlocked—his love of music and dance, fairy tale and magic, and the fragile beauty of nature.

The underpinnings of The Immortal World Tour are Michael Jackson’s powerful, inspirational music and lyrics—the driving force behind the show—brought to life with extraordinary power and breathless intensity. Through unforgettable performances Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour underscores Michael’s global messages of love, peace and unity.

In selecting Jamie King as Writer and Director for The Immortal World Tour, which will feature 60 international performers, The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil chose a director Variety called one of the most influential “movers and shakers” in the music industry, and the “Jerry Bruckheimer of tent-pole concert tours". A multiple Emmy Award® and MTV Video Music Award® nominee, and greatly influenced by his early years working for both Prince and Michael Jackson, he has choreographed some of the most popular music videos and directed some of the highest-grossing concert tours of all time. For the past 12 years, he has served as Madonna's creative director, having most recently directed her 2008 Sticky & Sweet world tour, as well as her 2006 record-breaking Confessions world tour and hit music video, “Sorry”. He most recently directed Rihanna's Last Girl On Earth world tour, Celine Dion’s Taking Chances world tour, The Return of the Spice Girls reunion tour, Britney Spears' Circus tour and Avril Lavigne’s Best Damn tour. He previously directed and choreographed world tours for Madonna (Re-Invention and Drowned World); Asian superstar Rain (Rain’s Coming); Ricky Martin (Black & White and La Vida Loca); Pink (Try This); Christina Aguilera (Back to Basics and Stripped); and his first collaboration with Britney Spears (Oops I Did It Again). He has worked with an array of superstars including Mariah Carey, Shakira, George Michael, Elton John, Diana Ross, Jennifer Lopez and even Ellen DeGeneres. This is Jamie’s first show with Cirque du Soleil.

The Creative team

Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour will call on the diverse talents of the following creative minds: Guy Laliberté, Creative Guide; Jamie King, Writer and Director; Chantal Tremblay, Director of Creation; Mark Fisher, Set Designer; Zaldy Goco, Costume Designer; Kevin Antunes, Musical Designer; Greg Phillinganes, Musical Director; Martin Labrecque, Lighting Designer; Olivier Goulet, Projection and Video Content Designer; François Desjardins, Sound Designer; Scott Osgood, Rigging and Acrobatic Equipment Designer; Germain Guillemot, Acrobatic Performance Designer; Michael Curry, Props Designer.

The team of high-profile choreographers is comprised of: Travis Payne, Rich and Tone Talauega, Debra Brown, Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo, Jamal Sims, Cloud and Tamara Levinson, and Mandy Moore

SOCIAL CURRENCY on Twitter. Join artist @_SteveWilliams for "Art in the Moment," tomorrow 5pm

Social Currency: #POUND
Follow @_SteveWilliams

Collaborate.
Explore the unpredictable nature of this social media and see:
Who is your city at this moment?
Who is Jacksonville at this moment?

Participate.
Use the hashtag #pound to have your voice heard
Search the hashtag #pound to follow the stream

Join artist Steve Williams from 5 to 9pm during the September 7, 2011 Downtown ArtWalk located in Jacksonville, Florida as he collaborates with the ArtWalk audience, the Twitter audience, and fellow artists, arts and Downtown Jacksonville advocates to create a real time mobile/internet performance that is at once intimate and broad in scope.

The voice of the artist comes in many forms, together let's explore the unpredictable nature of this social media.

"During the upcoming First Wednesday ArtWalk, #Pound places Williams in a real time interactive collaboration with both the ArtWalk and Twitter audiences (@_SteveWilliams already boasts nearly 8,000-plus followers) to explore what he calls the "unpredictale nature" of a world of streaming feeds, "likes" and carefully cultivated profiles. Prior to the event, Williams will announce his location via @_SteveWilliams and with the tag #pound . . . What will ensue - a mix of art and chaos - is impossible to predict. But it will certainly be art in the moment."
          -Dan Brown, Arts Editor, FOLIO Weekly, August 30, 2011
Produced and promoted by Cabeth Cornelius Consulting

FINAL DAYS Harry Potter and Pompeii Exhibits at the DTC in NY | Extended Final Weekend Hours

It is the final days for the Harry Potter and Pompeii Exhibits at the Discovery Times Center in NY! MOVEMENT was lucky enough to be in NY during its run and both exhibits are remarkable. Esspecialy the Pompeii Exhibit. The plaster castings poured from the spaces left by the victimes of Vesuvius were haunting and beautiful at the same time. If you are in NY be sure to take the time to see both of these exclusive exhibits! More info on each below.

Experience the amazing craftsmanship of more than 200 authentic costumes and props from the Harry Potter™ films displayed in settings inspired by the films sets - including the Great Hall, Hagrid's hut and the Gryffindor^™ common room. While touring through the exhibition space, discover iconic items such as Harry's original wand and eyeglasses, the Marauder's Map, Gryffindor school uniforms as well as costumes worn at the Yule Ball. Enter the Quidditch^™ area and toss a Quaffle, pull your own Mandrake in the Herbology vignette, encounter Buckbeak^™the Hippogriff and even a giant Acromantula spider.

Showcasing the supreme artistry and amazing craftsmanship that went into the making of the ever popular film series, Harry Potter: The Exhibit is sure to spark curious minds and foster an excitement of discovery among guests of all ages.

Experience Pompeii before and after the epic eruption 2,000 years ago. Imagine the moment their world vanished and discover the miraculous artifacts unearthed since. Witness the life and death of those frozen in time by ash.

• Over 250 artifacts - includes some never-before-seen objects and the largest collection of body casts ever on display including a dramatic skeleton collection

• A brand-new, immersive movie experience depicting a timelapsed representation starting from the moment of Vesuvius' massive explosion

Find out times and ticket prices at:
http://www.discoverytsx.com/

Mark Todd's "Force Field" Exhibition Opens Friday! 7/1

This Friday, July 1st, will mark the return of Mark Todd to La Luz de Jesus Gallery with his "Force Field" exhibition.

When last we showcased Mark Todd, he caught the attention of USA Today. A mere two weeks after this show opens, Mark will head down to San Diego Comicon International, where he'll be further promoting this installation. Click the image at left to access a preview gallery. Mark has delivered an incredible variety of his signature comic book deconstructions for this prestige installation that will occupy the entire space that currently showcases Glenn Barr's Faces show.
Anchoring Todd's installation is his Powerfury Fireworks Stand.

There's a maturity in the childlike simplicity of this project, which has been underway for quite some time. The explosive presentation of the sequential action that Todd's art celebrates is less juxtaposed than unleashed upon the public in a clever and relevant construction that configures the 4th of July holiday directly into the oeuvre of the show. It's a work of powerful significance that posits a logical progression from Duchamp's Urinal to Warhol's Brillo boxes to Hirst's Pharmacy. It undeniably references the nostalgic appeal of the movement that started as Lowbrow, graduated to Pop-Surrealism, and has recently found acceptance under the greater umbrella of California Modern/Figurative. It also closes the circle from comic books to graffiti to pop-art and back again.

2011 stands as a pivotal year for modern art, specifically with respect to the city of Los Angeles. It will be impossible to have any such discussion without referencing the "new school" that started 25 years ago at La Luz de Jesus and how this single gallery has pushed the envelope in ways that few others could and no others did.

La Luz de Jesus Gallery
(323) 666-7667
info@laluzdejesus.com

LGBTQ Awareness Days at UNF

Hello UNF LGBT Resource Center Community and Friends – Please join us all this week for LGBTQ Awareness Days, the biggest week of events in 2011. Of particular importance and timeliness, please join us at “Bullied” on Tuesday, January 25, 7 p.m. in the Robinson Theatre for an important film screening and discussion on anti-LGBT bullying and harassment in educational settings. More information on all of the week’s events is below and attached. All events are open to the entire community, including students, faculty, staff, alumni and Jacksonville community.


LGBTQ Awareness Days – Monday, January 24-Thursday, January 27


“Gay? Fine by Me”
Tues., Jan. 25, 11am-2pm
Student Union Osprey Plaza
The “Gay? Fine by Me” T-shirt campaign returns to bring visibility to allies of the LGBT community. The campaign has distributed more than 1,200 T-shirts to campus supporters in the past three years. This year the UNG LGBTRC will be giving out more than 450 shirts to students, faculty and staff.

“Bullied” Documentary
Tues., Jan 25, 6pm,
Robinson Theatre
“Bullied” is a documentary film that chronicles one student’s ordeal at the hands of anti-gay bullies, offering an inspiring message of hope to those fighting harassment today. The UNF LGBTRC will have a question-and-answer segment following the documentary.

Free Anonymous HIV Testing
Wed., Jan. 26, 1-3pm,
58E/1111
Know your status and get tested. HIV Testing is sponsored by the UNF Health Promotions and the UNF LGBTRC.

“Queers in the Spotlight”
Wed., Jan 26, 7pm,
58W/3804
Living with Pride is a discussion series on healthy living for the LGBT and ally communities. This week, the topic will be “Queers in the Spotlight” to discuss media portrayals of LGBT people.

“Out in the Workplace"
Thurs., Jan. 27, 12pm,
58W/3803
LGBT employees face a different set of challenges when it comes to being ‘out’ in the workplace. The choice to ‘come out’ or to ‘live openly’ about their sexuality or gender orientation can pose risks of safety, discrimination and job security. A panel of LGBT professional in Jacksonville will speak with students about career and professional concerns as well as their personal experiences of being ‘out’ in the workplace. This event is sponsored by UNF Career Services and the UNG LGBTRC.

PSYCHEDELIC VINYL BATTLE/OUTSIDER ART SHOW at Modernism 101

Attention ALL Psychedelic audiophiles and ALL artists! You are cordially invited to PSYCHEDELIC VINYL BATTLE/OUTSIDER ART SHOW at Modernism 101! Participate in one or both or just come support the show!

Outsider art theme only! No experience required/free show! Please submit all proposed images to: artist13jax@gmail.com for approval. We have over 5000 square feet of wall/floor space. Oh yeah, DRESS IN YOUR BEST COSTUME! Kudos to homemade attire and honorable mentions will be chosen by exhibiting artist judges and be rewarded art. We will have 2 pro tables & equipment on hand. Now taking appointments to share details. Look for the official event invite soon!!!

Saturday, October 23rd at 7pm. Be here!

"The most underground ART and avant garde music venue in Jax." Over 5000sq ft.

Modernism 101
700 Union St.
Downtown Jacksonville
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Modernism-101/145344132169541?ref=ts