Smush Gallery & Vision Coven presents: 48 Hour Zine-A-Thon Online! Friday - Sunday October 23-25 | 7p-7p eastern (48 hours!) Sliding scale $10-75 | No one turned away for lack of funds Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/2/d/e/1FAIpQLScSP60-A9PxEd-ot1JEtMvEpHDm8I4aBD1AS61CgSC-i3-d1g/viewform?gxids=7757 Make a zine in a weekend! What better way to spend 48 … [Read more...]
Voting for the Arts and Culture tax levy
Jersey City's culture is shaped by the art and artists of the area. From films to visual arts to dance performances, art is a defining aspect in the culture of the city and local programs work hard to provide art education and opportunities to local families. When you vote in November, keep an eye out for the Municipal Questions on the ballot, including a preposition for a … [Read more...]
30 Black influencers you should follow on Instagram
Amplify Black voices and support Black artists, always. From designers to foodies, here are 30 Black influencers to follow on Instagram to add talent and taste to your feed. Arts + Creative The Creative Collective The Creative Collective NYC is a curated space for creatives of color. https://www.instagram.com/p/CDTrAnpl2on/ We The Urban We The Urban is a creative … [Read more...]
Nominations Open For Annual Jersey City Arts Awards
Awards Recognize Creative Excellence and Community Impact of Local Arts The Jersey City Arts Council (JCAC) is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2020 Jersey City Arts Awards! Anyone can nominate a local artist or arts organization for recognition, and winners will be announced in December. Nominations for exceptional members of our arts community can … [Read more...]
B. Create. Symposium 2020 – LIVE Performances
Join us for a very special LIVE performance on ZOOM featuring the amazing team behind B. Create. We are so excited to bring together our team of talented artists to share this evening of dance and art with you. The question for us has been: how do we truly connect through movement with a screen between us? And how do we connect with you? As the screens divide us, we rely on our … [Read more...]
B. Create. Symposium 2020 – LIVE Performances
Join us for a very special LIVE performance on ZOOM featuring the amazing team behind B. Create. We are so excited to bring together our team of talented artists to share this evening of dance and art with you. The question for us has been: how do we truly connect through movement with a screen between us? And how do we connect with you? As the screens divide us, we rely on our … [Read more...]
B. Create. Symposium 2020 – LIVE Performances
Join us for a very special LIVE performance on ZOOM featuring the amazing team behind B. Create. We are so excited to bring together our team of talented artists to share this evening of dance and art with you. The question for us has been: how do we truly connect through movement with a screen between us? And how do we connect with you? As the screens divide us, we rely on our … [Read more...]
B. Create. Symposium 2020 – Mantra
Join us for MANTRA, a welcoming and engaging workshop exploring the process behind the award-winning duet Two Can Do. This workshop will encompass both movement and non-movement and emphasize the power of using mantras to support our growth. This workshop has been inspired by the current cyber world we live in and will be delivered for the first time at the B. Create. … [Read more...]
Creative ways to pass the time at home
Get your creative juices flowing while we're still home with these ideas! Follow a Bob Ross tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgbMONXc9Cs Who doesn't love Bob Ross? Pull up one of your favorite episodes of The Joy of Painting, grab some art supplies or order them from an art supply store, and try your hand at some happy little trees and glowing sunsets. If you … [Read more...]
Local Artists and Galleries To Support
Now more than ever, it's important to support your local artists! We asked you guys to send us some of your favorite artists and local galleries – check them out. Artists Anthony Boone https://www.instagram.com/p/B_a8T5VlMYj/ Type of art: Abstract Expressionism, sculpture, fashion design Where to find: booneartlife.org, Instagram The Bruja … [Read more...]
Virtual events to check out this week
Have fun at home with these virtual events! Thursday, April 16 Yoga with Dina 12:00 PM Join yoga teacher Dina Ivas for a 60-minute class to stay active. To drop-in for any class, you can Venmo her $15 per class and include your email address in the notes so you can get the link. Drop-ins can be purchased up to 1 hour before the scheduled class time. Virtual Story … [Read more...]
Art Max Fundraiser for Boys + Girls Club Jersey City – Saturday 3/14 @ Harborside
Sneaker Room, Jersey City’s premier sneaker and casualwear boutique, is hosting an art auction fundraiser on Saturday, March 14 at Harborside for a great cause! The Art Max Fundraiser will be auctioning off Air Max-inspired artworks donated by over 30 artists from various states to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Jersey City! Attendees (21+ only) can also enjoy a live DJ, … [Read more...]
Top things to do this weekend in Jersey City + NYC
Find some fun things to do in the area this weekend, from performances to markets! Jersey City Thursday LSC After Dark: Pajama Party February 20 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd Dress up in your PJs for a chance to win a prize, challenge your friends to a pillow fight, and make your own blanket fort at this month's LSC After … [Read more...]
