Inaugural Auction of African American Art: March 1, 2012 from 6pm to 10pm, Chicago IL



Hughie Lee-Smith, (American, 1915-1999), Acropolis II, 1984

Inaugural Auction of African American Art; Time: March 1, 2012 from 6pm to 10pm; Location: Leslie Hindman Auctioneers; Street: 1338 West Lake Street; City/Town: Chicago, Illinois; Website or Map: http://www.lesliehindman.com; Phone: 312.280.1212; Event Type: auction, of, african, american, artwork; Organized By: Madeline Murphy Rabb; Event Description: Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, one of the nation’s leading fine art auction houses, is pleased to announce its inaugural auction of Works by African American Artists on March 1, 2012. In addition to the March 1 auction, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers will hold a separate selling exhibition featuring Works by African American Artists. These works will be listed for private sale and offered during the week leading up to the auction.  For auction details: http://catalogues.lesliehindman.com/asp/search.asp?st=U&view1=View&sale_value=189++++ and for information please contact sarahleonetti@lesliehindman.com

Barbados Regiment salutes its history -- Barbados Advocate

Queens Colour of the Barbados Regiment

Barbados Regiment salutes its history
2/27/2012
Yesterday, the Barbados Defence Force commemorated the presentation of colours to the Barbados Regiment with a church service and parade at the St. Matthias Church. Lieutenant Colonel Ricardo Vickers took the salute during the procession outside of the church grounds, displaying the colours which were first presented to the Barbados Regiment on February 23, 1953, followed by a second set of colours presented 28 years later on February 22, 1981.  Read more: http://www.barbadosadvocate.com/newsitem.asp?NewsID=23070

Freddie to speak in NY at reggae music event -- Jamaica Gleaner

Freddie to speak in NY at reggae music event
Published: Monday | February 27, 2012
The State of Reggae Music reception, the Coalition to Preserve Reggae (CPR) Music's main event for Reggae Month takes place today at 6:30 p.m in New York. This year's State of Reggae Music keynote speaker will be veteran artiste Freddie McGregor whose career spans more than four decades. The child prodigy who grew to become the first chairman of the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association made his presence felt recently when he withdrew from the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival to protest against the event's treatment and portrayal of Jamaican artistes. The reception is also the launch of the fourth season of CPR's Community Conversation series, the popular forums that keep a wide community abreast of developments in the reggae world. Read more: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20120227/ent/ent6.html

Call for film festival submissions: ttff deadline May 31, 2012 -- Trinidad & Tobago Newsday

trinidadandtobagofilmfestival.com/

Call for film festival submissions
Monday, February 27 2012
The call for submissions for the 2012 edition of the trinidad+tobago film festival (ttff), which takes place from September 19 to October 2, is now open. Presented by Flow, the ttff seeks to highlight excellence in filmmaking through the exhibition of films made in the Caribbean region, including Latin American countries in the Caribbean Basin; by Caribbean people of the diaspora; and by international filmmakers that reflect Caribbean culture and way of life both in the region and the diaspora. Selected films screened at the festival are eligible for five jury prizes – best narrative feature film (US$4,000); best documentary feature film (US$4,000); best short film (US$2,000); best local feature film (TT$20,000); and best local short film (TT$10,000). Read more: http://www.newsday.co.tt/features/0,156015.html. The deadline for all submissions is May 31, 2012. For further information: http://trinidadandtobagofilmfestival.com/ or www.withoutabox.com, trinidad+tobago film festival.

Exhibit - A Journey of Contemporary African American Artists: Feb 26, 2012 from 2pm to 4pm -- Centralia, Illinois

"Momma Wisdom" by Robert Ketchens

A Journey of Contemporary African American Artists; Time: February 26, 2012 from 2pm to 4pm; Location: The Gallery of the Community Art Center; Street: 1250 E. Rexford; City/Town: Centralia, Illinois; Phone: 618-533-ARTS; Event Type: gallery, reception; Organized By: Centralia Cultural Society; Event Description: The reception will include music, refreshments, and an opportunity to interact with the artists. The artists, DeSande R, Najjar Abdul-Musawwir, Robert Ketchens, David Crim and Malcolm McCrae, will speak in the auditorium at 2:30 about their journey in becoming artists, their art, and the importance of involving youth in the arts and in community arts organizations. They will be available for discussion and a question-and-answer session. The public is invited. Admission is free. The paintings will be on exhibit from February 18 to March 10, open 9 am to 4 pm weekdays and during events. Sponsored by the Centralia Cultural Society. For further information: http://www.shawneecc.edu/news/releases/african_american_artists.asp.  For further information about the artist: http://www.robertketchens.com/index.html

Caribbean Literature this week

Book Review: A taste of the good ol' days - Daughter of the Caribbean -- Jamaica Gleaner

Book Review: A taste of the good ol' days
Published: Sunday | February 26, 2012
Title: Daughter of the Caribbean; Author: Norma Jennings; Publisher: 3L
Reviewed by: Robyn Miller
With the mass exodus of Jamaicans to the 'mother country' and other parts of the world in the '50s, '60s and '70s, many of Jamaica's sons and daughters who packed their bags and left would, no doubt, be yearning for a taste of their homeland in the year of its golden jubilee. Norma Jennings, a 'daughter of the Caribbean' who also left for the United States in the '70s, seals her undying love for Jamaica in a meandering and heart-warming 290-page-turner, as she concedes, "Jamaica is calling me again." Recapturing the nostalgia of post-colonial Jamaica and the trappings of a rural upbringing, complete with a cast that each tells a story of their own, Daughter of the Caribbean weaves a genuinely relatable story for many Jamaicans, and is one that is sure to make readers want to rekindle memories of the good ol' days. Read more: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20120226/arts/arts2.html

Everything is Peachy in Babylon: Asher Mains Exhibit - March 4th, 2012, Gallery Of Caribbean Art Barbados WI

"Peach B, Vandal" by Asher Mains

Everything is Peachy in Babylon: Asher Mains Exhibit - March 4th, 2012, Gallery Of Caribbean Art Barbados WI - "I grew up in the Caribbean on the island of Grenada. It was in Grenada that my palette was calibrated and my philosophical foundations were constructed. I began to think about race, ethnicity, culture, and identity at an early age. These thoughts led to paintings of people and addressing the topic of race by painting all my figures in unnatural tones of red, yellow and purple. I wanted to communicate humanity as if we all belonged to the same race of vibrant colors." Asher Mains. For more information about the artist: http://ashermains.com/. For information about the exhibit: http://www.artgallerycaribbean.com/

Caribbean Fine Art (“CaFA”) Fair opens Wednesday, March 7, 2012, Barbados WI

Spotted Yellow Landscape by participating artist Dudley Charles of Guyana

Caribbean Fine Art (“CaFA”) Fair opens Wednesday, March 7, 2012
For the second year, in the English-speaking Caribbean, over 35 exhibitors of paintings, sculpture, photography, drawings, original limited edition prints and new media exploring the cultural traditions of the Caribbean will be exhibited at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre, located at Two Mile Hill, Barbados, West Indies. The Caribbean Fine Art (“CaFA”) Fair opens Wednesday, March 7, 2012 with a Gala Reception featuring David Boothman & Friends and the presentation of the Caribbean Luminary of the Arts Award, and runs through Sunday, March 11, 2012. For further information: http://cafafair.com/. For more information about the artist: http://www.creativecaribbeannetwork.com/person/15301

Derrick Morgan the guiding hand of popular music -- Jamaica Gleaner

Derrick Morgan the guiding hand of popular music
Published: Sunday | February 26, 2012
Top Jamaican ska band of the 1960s, the Skatalites, was credited by The Music Diaries as being responsible for the backing of almost every ska recording that became a hit. But quite ironically, Derrick Morgan, OD - the man who at one time had seven recordings in the top 10 of the Jamaican music charts, a record that is unlikely ever to be broken, and who became known as the king of ska - was seldom backed by this aggregation. It may be true to say that, at times, his backing band did consist of some Skatalites members, but as a total unit, they were almost never present. Morgan's early recordings were almost invariably backed by a Duke Reid all-stars band or by The Drumbago All Stars, one of the first backing bands of that era. Morgan's success in the music business, however, was not limited to his hit recordings. He was something like a music consultant to a number of artistes and producers, having been in the business before many of the others. He was the singer, above all others, who aspiring artistes sought to emulate. On a wider scale, Morgan became the single most important individual in early Jamaican popular music, having brought a number of prominent entertainment personalities into the business almost singlehandedly. Read more: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20120226/ent/ent2.html

The Art of Living Black Open Studios Group Exhibition: Feb 25, 2012, Oakland CA

The Art of Living Black Open Studios Group Exhibition; Time: February 25, 2012 at 11am to February 26, 2012 at 5pm; Location: San Francisco Bay Area; Street: Mills College, 5000 MacArthur Blvd; City/Town: Oakland; Phone: 510-430-3378; Event Type: art, show/art, fair; Event Description - This exciting group art exhibition provides a unique opportunity for attendees to see innovative new works, meet the artists and chat with them about their pieces. The show includes sculptors, painters, jewelry makers, mixed media artists, photographers, and doll makers. This year’s participants include: Lorraine Bonner, Zanaib Nia Green, Michael Johnson, Howard Mackey, Alix Magloire, Ajuan Mance, Momo, Karen Oyekanmi, Sara Prada, Makeda Rashidi, Gwendolyn Reed, Julee Richardson, Joseph Robinson, Atiba Sylvia Thomas, and Shawn Weeden. For further information: http://blackartatmills.com/

Precious pieces by Nichola -- Trinidad & Tobago Newsday

"Church Cove Sunset" photographic print by Nichola Armstrong

Precious pieces by Nichola
By ANGELA PIDDUCK Saturday, February 25 2012
Nichola Armstrong is one of 11 artists exhibiting at On Location Art Gallery, 42 De Verteuil Street, Woodbrook, until today, daily, from 9 am to 5 pm, in Carnaval II. The former Bishop Anstey High School student, is the lone jeweler, among two photographers – Ephraim Hunte and Avril Edwards – and eight artists – Ryan Williams, Martin Superville, Anthony Boos, Glen Roopchand, Jacqueline Guzman, Tara Bhajan, Carlisle Harris and Annelie Solis. Says Armstrong, a Civil Engineer/Project Manager graduate of the University of the West Indies, “It’s a joy to be part of this scene.” As one enters, the first thing which hits you between the eyes is how alive this aesthetic “space” is through the vibrant colours of the season. Read more: http://www.newsday.co.tt/features/0,155899.html.  For more information about the artist: http://www.dentdesigns.co.uk/

The 'Next Level' for Voicemail -- Jamaica Gleaner

The 'Next Level' for Voicemail
Published: Saturday | February 25, 2012
Jamaican dancehall-reggae outfit Voicemail recently completed work on its latest album, Next Level, which is to be released by Captive Music. The album which is set for release later this year is led by the first single, I Got Love, which has now gone into rotation on Germany's Big FM pop radio station. Voicemail members Kevin Blair and Craig Jackson recently did the promotional rounds in New York City, which was completed by a photoshoot and recording sessions. The duo also did a number of interviews to promote the upcoming project. Early response to the I Got Love single has been positive. A popular blog compared the track to the style of international artiste Sean Kingston and described it as a summer smash. Voicemail received great feedback from underground blogs as well as from mass media for their latest release. The Voicemail members are obviously excited about the addition of the track to an international pop outlet such as Big FM. "This is a great opportunity for us to build an audience in a major music market such as Germany. We're significantly interested in the steady growth of our fan bases overseas, especially in Japan, Europe and parts of the United States," said Kevin. Read more: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20120225/ent/ent2.html

Audubon Society to benefit from bluebird box workshop -- Bermuda Royal Gazette

A nesting pair of blue birds sit on a fence in St Georges

Audubon Society to benefit from bluebird box workshop
By Lawrence Trott
Published Feb 24, 2012
Survival of the bluebird is the motivation behind a second bluebird box workshop this weekend. Aberfeldy Nurseries is partnering with Bermuda Audubon Society to raise awareness of the threat facing the bluebird, whose numbers are diminishing because of the threat by predators and the loss of critical habitat. As a result its survival is now totally dependent on man, according to the Bermuda Audubon Society. “Last year we partnered with the Bermuda Audubon Society for the first time and had a huge response,” said Julie Greaves of Aberfeldy Nurseries. “We must have done about 50 bluebird boxes on the day and a lot of people ordered them. Some people brought their children and it was a nice family project.” Read more: http://www.royalgazette.com/article/20120224/ISLAND/702249993

Human body becomes the canvas in Living Art exhibit: March 10, 2012 -- Bermuda Sun



Living Art Exhibit

Human body becomes the canvas in Living Art exhibitBy Tricia Claire Walters
FRIDAY, FEB. 24: The Art Centre at Dockyard is hosting a unique art exhibit on March 10. Dubbed “Living Art”, the show, which takes place at the New Washington Mall (downstairs behind the Beluga bar), features the human body as the canvas. Various “canvases or work” will be featured including tattoos, body painting, extreme hairstyles, jewellery, fashion and various live performances. The exhibit is a fund-raiser and is important for the Art Centre, which like many other charities in Bermuda, is feeling the pinch. The organizers wanted to come up with something that’s never been done before, something that would definitely draw a crowd. With Living Art I think we’ll achieve that. Read more: http://bermudasun.bm/main.asp?SectionID=9&SubSectionID=908&ArticleID=57022. For more information contact the Art Centre at Dockyard on 234-2809. Tickets on sale from www.bermudatix.com at $25, which includes a free drink. Sponsors include the Bermuda Sun, Goslings, Barritts, Fusion and the DNA Creative Shoppe or visit: http://www.artbermuda.bm/page5/index.html

Haiti PM quits after just four months -- AFP

Haiti PM quits after just four months
By Clarens Renois | AFP – February 25, 2012
Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille offered his surprise resignation after just four months in office, amid tension between the premier and government ministers over issues of dual nationality. The resignation opens a new chapter in Haiti's political turmoil as it struggles to recover from the devastating 2010 earthquake. Conille resigned after clashes over an investigation launched by lawmakers concerning foreign passports held by senior government officials, including President Michel Martelly. Haiti does not recognize dual nationality. Martelly said in an address to the nation late Friday that he had accepted the resignation, but that he regretted the moving coming "at a time when the country is taking off." Read more: http://news.yahoo.com/haiti-pm-quits-just-four-months-061925980.html

The National Conference of Artists New York presents "Amazing Grace": Feb 24, 2012 from 6pm to 9pm, Harlem NY

"Monday Morning Blue2" by Otto Neals

The National Conference of Artists New York presents "Amazing Grace": February 24, 2012 from 6pm to 9pm, Harlem NY:  Amazing Grace is a visual art exhibition of paintings, graphics, sculpture, photography and mixed media art. The showcase features artworks by artists of African descent located in the New York metropolitan area. These artists have fused technical, cultural and spiritual elements together to share visions and to tell their stories. Although their icons and encoding may differ, the images are united in reflecting visions of beauty and harmony. The artists speak of ancestors, the splendor of nature, places visited and the cohesiveness of color and form. The images are diverse, however there is a recurring theme or feeling of peace and love bonded by a true cohesiveness in quality and unified African spirit. For further information: http://www.dwyercc.org/exhibits.htm

Meet the Artist Series: Feb 24, 2012 from 6pm to 8pm, New York, NY

"See No Evil detail" by Artist J.W. Ford

Meet the Artist Series - Time: February 24, 2012 from 6pm to 8pm; Location: Citibank Financial Center at 144th St.; Street: 2080 A.C.P., Jr. Blvd [7th Ave.], Corner of 144th Street; City/Town: New York, NY; Phone: 212-665-5313; Event Type: art, exhibition, and, discussion; Organized By: Gwendolyn Black; Event Description: Walking in the Spirit Productions/Gwendolyn Black Curator in association with Citibank Financial Center:  Meet the Artist Series™ A Special Black History Month Celebration on Friday, February 24th 6- 8 pm. Art discussion followed by a Wine and Cheese Reception, 2080 A.C.P., Jr. Blvd. [7th Avenue] at 144th Street. Featured Artist J.W. Ford: J.W. Ford has been a cultural force on the arts scene. From her earlier illustrations depicting positive images of Women of Color to her deep spiritual roots, her work takes us on a journey of love, appreciation, and strength. For further information about the artist: http://www.beautifulblackart.com/

Protoje to make North American debut -- Jamaica Gleaner

Protoje to make North American debut
Published: Friday | February 24, 2012
Reggae artiste Protoje has been selected for a showcase performance during the 25th staging of the South by Southwest Music and Media Conference and Festival (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, from March 13 to 18. According to his manager Lorna Bennett, Protoje's participation in SXSW will be the focal point for the launch of a North American and Latin American marketing and promotional campaign throughout 2012. Members of Protoje's management team will also be attending SXSW to participate in the trade exhibition and other business-networking activities. SXSW is the largest music, film and interactive media-and-entertainment trade event in North America and is expected to attract over 50,000 participants this year. Protoje and his Indiggnation Band will make their debut North American appearance at SXSW on Saturday, March 17, at the popular live reggae club Flamingo Cantina. Read more: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20120224/ent/ent2.html