Artvi Advocates Announces Exhibit Winners.

The more than 400 people who attended this year’s 2013 Caribbean Colour exhibit at Yacht Haven Grande on Saturday chose Brenda Sylvia’s mixed-media installation, "Too Blue," and Danielle Ebenholtz's mixed-media painting, "Blue Melody," as the “Best in Show” artists. The 2013 Caribbean Colour, 2 Blue 4 U art exhibition was hosted by Artvi Advocates. The event celebrates the diversity, creativity, and quality of work being produced in the U.S. Virgin Islands, according to the organizers. "Choosing a favorite artwork was no easy task, as there were many wonderful works of art submitted this year, several of which were installations or interactive pieces,” said Priscilla L. Hintz Rivera, co-curator and executive director of ARTVI. Featured in the exhibition were more than 50 works of art and fine art photography from local resident artists from all three islands, as well as more than 30 works of art by students from Charlotte Amalie High School, Ivanna Eudora Kean High School, Antilles School, the School of Visual Arts and Careers. 'Starcaster' by Crucian artist Lucian Downes. [2]Ebenholtz is a student at Antilles School. Other exhibition winners included Crucian artist Lucian Downes, who won first place in the two-dimensional category for his mixed media painting "Starcaster," and Ivanna Eudora Kean student artist Raheem Chetram, who took second prize for his mixed media collage, "Shoreline Puzzle." In addition, to the curated exhibit and interactive community art installation, visitors to the exhibit Saturday were able to enjoy guest jazz performer Tim Mayer and the Flambo Combo Junior High Band from Bertha C. Boschulte Middle school, led by music teacher, Calvin Jones. The exhibit will be open to the public from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, and from June 10 through June 15. The gallery is in the former Havana Nine store in Yacht Haven Grande. 'Too Blue' by Brenda Sylvia, a 'Best in Show' winner. [3]Artvi Advocates is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support and promote the arts in order to enhance the cultural, social and economic well-being of the U.S. Virgin Islands through arts education and advocacy. Caribbean Colour was sponsored by Guardian Insurance, Yacht Haven Grande and is funded in part by the Virgin Islands Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. The following is a complete list of winners. Best in Show Adult: "Too Blue" by Brenda Sylvia Best in Show Student: "Blue Melody" by Danielle Ebenholtz Adults Category 1: Two Dimensional: Fine Art Photography, Oil Painting, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pastels, Drawings, and Mixed Media Flat. 1st Prize: "Starcaster" by Lucien Downes 2nd: "Natti" by Dymond Nicholls 3rd: "2 Blue Trees" by Brooks Brown Category 2 Three Dimensional: Sculpture, Clay, Found Objects, Collage, Relief and Mixed Media. 1st Prize: "Too Blue" by Brenda Sylvia 2nd: "Bioluminescence" by Lisa Parfitt 3rd: "Material Girl" by Laura Ballard Students Two Dimensional: Fine Art Photography, Oil Painting, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pastels, Drawings, and Mixed Media Flat. 1st Prize: "Blue Melody" by Danielle Ebenholtz 2nd : "Shoreline Puzzle" by Raheem Chetram 3rd: "La Mujer del Mar" by Adia Titus

On Saturday, October 23, 2010, Artvi Advocates will present its second Young @ heART project: The MAD MEN ARTVI pARTy in celebration of Arts & Humanit

On Saturday, October 23, 2010, Artvi Advocates will present its second Young @ heART project: The MAD MEN ARTVI pARTy in celebration of Arts & Humanities month. It will take place at The Saint Lounge in Red Hook across from Marina Market from 6-9pm. Arts and Humanities Month is a month-long celebration that has become the largest annual celebration of the arts and humanities in the nation. The Young @ heART project is a new initiative designed by Artvi Advocates to connect the young at heart with the arts in the Virgin Islands. The goal of the Young @ heART project is to help inspire greater appreciation for the arts and encourage the long-term commitment to arts philanthropy in the Virgin Islands. It seeks to connect artists, art lovers, patrons and collectors who have a keen interest in furthering their knowledge of the arts and provide consistent financial support for the creation, exhibition, performance and proliferation of arts in the Virgin Islands.

According to Priscilla L. Hintz, founder of Artvi Advocates and co-curator of the event, “The Mad Men theme was inspired by the art work depicted on the television series Mad Men, which portrays parts of society and culture of the 1960’s. This decade was an exciting, revolutionary, and turbulent time that had a major impact on art, our society and culture.”

The event will feature, for one night only, renowned chef and artists, Tony Romano, Cruzan born artist, Luca Gasperi, St. Thomas native David Hill, Puerto Rican painter Ensor Colon and Augustine Holder. In addition, photographers, Drew Alston, Lamont Blake, Steve Rockstein and Marlon Davies will be presenting a compilation of their photography via a projected slide show. All the work featured will be reminiscent or stimulated by the best Abstract Expressionist, Pop Artists, Op Artists, Conceptual and Post-minimalist artists of the 60’s. These art movements were unique and influential artistic expressions that continue to have an impact on artists today. Eric Browne, a Virgin Islands native, will also be creating an inventive musical compilation that will be featured at the event. It will include memorable music of the 1960’s ranging from Frank Sinatra ballads, Chubby Checker’s “The Twist”, traditional Jamaican Ska music that emerged in the early 1960’s, and popular Calypso tunes of the time.

In addition, you will be able to watch the artists exploit the mystique of accident, a Surrealist technique called Exquisite Corpse. “This technique is a collaborative collage of words or images based on an old parlor game, it is played by several people, each of whom would write a phrase or draw an image on a sheet of paper, fold the paper to conceal part of it, and pass it on to the next person for his/her contribution. This will be an engaging, live and interactive piece that the artists will create during the event,” said Kimberly Young, co-curator of the project.

1960’s inspired suits, cocktail dresses & hats are highly encouraged. The first fifty attendees will receive a free Tom Collins cocktail. The event is free and sponsored by Key Art Supplies, St. Thomas Dairies and The Saint Lounge.

Artvi Advocates is a grassroots nonprofit organization of energetic and innovative art advocates who have a keen interest in furthering the cause of arts and cultural advocacy in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Its mission is to support and promote the arts in order to enhance the cultural, social and economic wellbeing of the Virgin Islands through arts education and advocacy.

Dream In Green Summer pARTy

On Saturday, July 24th from 6pm to 9pm at Everyday Clay Studio in Tillett Gardens Artvi Advocates will present its first Young @ heART project, Dream in Green Summer pARTy; a new initiative designed by Artvi Advocates to connect the young at heart with the arts in the Virgin Islands.

The Dream in Green pARTy is a artsy social and educational networking event. The event is a fun and casual meeting of the minds for artists, art lovers and for all of us in the community that are concerned about our environment. Chat with all types of people, explore the various “green” art projects, sip some environmentally friendly wine, and share what fuels your artistic flame.

Green is not just a color, lifestyle or trend. Living green is a way of thinking, doing and being that benefits our environment and territory. The word green is closely related to the Old English verb growan, “to grow”. Currently, its’ most common association is tied to its connection to nature and the term “green” has become the color symbol of environmental protection and social justice. Throughout history, artists have responded to the natural environment, whether in detailed studies of plants and animals, lush paintings of the land and sea or by using nature as their medium.

Currently, contemporary artists are directing their creative ingenuity to create a “green” consciousness by advocating about our environmental challenges through their work. The Dream in Green pARTy will feature five such artists who have embraced the “green” theme in a variety of different ways.

Eric Browne, a Virgin Islands native, will debut his audio installation art using an audio program called RECYCLE. His work is an ever evolving rhythmic arrangement of harmonious and interactive melodic blending of sounds. Eranah Laura Davies, creative director of the Shalem Art Space for Peace at Tillett Gardens will present her re-purposed art and installations. Eranah uses diverse materials, found objects and paint to create playful visual relationships. Clay Lindol Jones, founder and director of the nonprofit arts collective, sevenminus7 will feature his organic rock sculptures and Everyday Clay Studio artist, Kimberly Young will be presenting a new series of installations and drawings inspired by The Lorax a children's book, written by Dr. Seuss. It chronicles the plight of the environment and the Lorax, who speaks for the trees against the greedy Once-ler. In addition, fine art photographer, Lamont Blake will make his Virgin Islands debut with a series of “green” inspired illustrative hybrid photographs.

The Dream in Green Summer PARTy is a “Young @ heART" project. The Young @ heART project is a new initiative designed by Artvi Advocates to connect the young at heart with the arts in the Virgin Islands. The goal of Young @ heART is to help inspire greater appreciation for the arts and encourage the long-term commitment to arts philanthropy in the Virgin Islands.

Artvi Advocates is a new grassroots organization of energetic and innovative art advocates who have a keen interest in furthering the cause of arts and cultural advocacy in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Its mission is to support and promote the arts in order to enhance the cultural, social and economic wellbeing of the Virgin Islands through arts education and advocacy.

Americans for the Arts Creative Conversations

Artvi Advocates Connects Artists and Arts Leaders to Make Dynamic
Difference in the Community.

On Thursday, October 29, 6pm at Everyday Clay Studio in Tillett Gardens,
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands Artvi Advocates is partnering with Americans for the Arts to host Stretch Your Mind! Artvi Advocates Creative Conversation in the Virgin Islands on Thursday, October 29, 2009. Creative Conversations bring together emerging local arts leaders to discuss challenges specific to the arts in their communities. Creative Conversations are part of National Arts and Humanities Month programs coordinated by Americans for the Arts.

“The event is free and open to the public from 6pm at Everyday Clay Studio in Tillett Gardens. To attend, you can register online at www.artsusa.org or just join us as we explore new and creative ways to successfully educate our community, Virgin Islands legislators and policy makers on the need for continued and expanded support of the arts and culture in the U.S. Virgin Islands”, said Priscilla L. Hintz, Artvi Advocates Project Coordinator.

Artvi Advocates is a new grassroots organization of energetic and innovative art advocates who have a keen interest in furthering the cause of arts and cultural advocacy in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Artvi Advocates believes strongly that resources directed at organizations and activities which enhance and contribute to the educational, artistic, and cultural welfare of the citizens of the Virgin Islands constitute a real social and economic investment in the future of our territory.

The event is co-sponsored by Everyday Clay Studio. The gallery will be featuring the exhibit, Whimsical Wonderland: Pottery and installations by Alison Davis and Kimberly Young. Artists, arts educators, administrators and art enthusiasts are encouraged to attend. Wine and Cheese will be served. Everyday Clay Studio is located in Tillett Gardens, Anna’s Retreat, St. Thomas.

National Arts and Humanities Month is coordinated by Americans for the Arts. Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts. The month-long celebration has become the largest annual celebration of the arts and humanities in the nation. With 50 years of service, Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts. More information about Americans for the Arts, Creative Conversations, and National Arts and Humanities Month is available at www.AmericansForTheArts.org. Everyday Clay Studio is located in Tillett Gardens, Anna’s Retreat, St. Thomas.

October is National Arts and Humanities Month