Join Us for the ArtWalk

FEBRUARY 7, 2007 | SELF-GUIDED TOUR | 5-9 P.M. | RAIN OR SHINE
THE LOVE OF ART

HIGHLIGHTS

5-9 p.m.
Love all the different arts you will find bringing the streets of Downtown Jacksonville alive. Besides the Artist Bazaar in Hemming Plaza, look for belly dancers, live bands, a drum circle, martial artists, acrobatics, break dancing and a live marching band!
Bring your hole punched passport to the BellSouth Tower to register for the drawing of a framed, matted and signed original photograph, “The Olive Press” by Roberta M. Knapik.
Turn in your passport to the Twisted Martini door host for a complimentary premium cocktail, bottle or draft beer, glass of house wine or the martini of the day.

8 p.m.
Downtown 101 – a one-hour course on Downtown Jacksonville history beginning outside the Main Library.

9 p.m.
The official Art Walk After Party at the Twisted Martini, sponsored by Five Rivers wine. Must be 21 and over with proper ID and attire.

HEADQUARTERS
1. Jacksonville Bank Building – 100 N. Laura – Curated by Steller’s Gallery of Ponte Vedra featuring a juried exhibition by the Jacksonville Coalition of Visual Artists. Music by DJ Catharsis and PC Synergy. Hospitality provided by Lifestyles Realtors.

GALLERIES & MUSEUMS
2. Gallery 11E – Featuring purses made of cigar boxes by Rio Chatman and the works of noted local artists.
3. Gallery L – Modis Building – Artists Bill and Virginia Cantore.
4. MOCA Jax – Take the kids to the fifth floor Art Explorium.
5. Karpeles Manuscript Museum - 101 W. 1st Street – The Jacksonville Consortium of Afican American Artists in celebration of Black History Month reveals “The African American Collection”, works from the artist collection with art from the students at Raines High School. Opening reception 6-8 pm.
6. Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum – “With an Even Hand: Brown v. Board at Fifty”, a Library of Congress exhibition marking the 50th Anniversary of the Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education.
7. The Atrium Gallery – The photography of Matt Uhrig.
8. The Art Center Gallery – Explore the works of featured artist Suzanne Pickett and enjoy refreshment
9. WA Knight Building – Thieves in the Knight, a grassroots gallery experience (subject to change).

CULTURAL & EDUCATIONAL VENUES
10. Hemming Plaza – Sample the eclectic “arts” at the Artist Bazaar. Also visit the Farmer’s Market vendors, drum circle performers, belly dancers and Renaissance performers. Featured artists will include: Gretchen Torres, Susan Taylor, FCCJ Artists Guild, Memory Hill Photography, Sami Parbhoo, Anthony Hodge, Zinnia Pagan, Linda Hawkins, Jethro Francois, Tracey Mims-Jones, Reba Craig, Justin Hill, Tiffany Rodriguez, Toni Bravo-Rodgers, The Gothic Urges Art Gallery & Studio and many more. Also look for information on the First Coast Writers’ Festival and Dignity U Wear’s Undie Sunday Undie Monday underwear drive.
11. Main Library – In the 3rd floor gallery, photographer Wesley Lester will present his exhibit, “Just Miles from Downtown: Nature Photos of Preservation Project Lands”.

MUSIC/NIGHTLIFE VENUES
12. Boomtown – 8 p.m. is the Mad Cowford Comedy Improv Troupe and join the YouTube music video contest as part of the Boomsong Sing-a-Long from 8:30 – 10 p.m.
13. Burrito Gallery – New works by Bryon King, Dan May, Sean Mehan and Dana Turner. On the patio, enjoy music by DK Rasmon.
14. Jacksonville Landing
15. London Bridge Eatery & Pub – New paintings on display and for sale by artist Jimmy Pines, Pat Lally and Jason Wright. Original designed and crafted funky and fun jewelry available for that special Valentine. Happy hour 5-7pm. Wednesday night is Ladies’ Night with Happy Hour prices for the ladies all night long. 16 beers on tap and traditional British food.
16. Twisted Martini – The official Art Walk After Party sponsored by Gala Rouge wine, featuring music, art and martinis. (Please refer to the front of the passport).

CULINARY ARTS
17. Casa Dora Italian Café – Original artwork by Walden.
18. Chew – Live music from The Carlisle Group.
19. Koja Sushi – Four new oil paintings of famous Formula-One race cars, by Don Packwood from New Zealand displays his original works and enjoy the harmonies of Sweet Adelines. First sake free for those 21 and over.
20. Paradise Café
21. Zodiac Grill – Photography by Galen.

DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES
22. BB&T – Artists Susan Taylor will present her works. Enjoy wine and refreshments.
*23. BellSouth Tower – Photographer Roberta M. Knapik will exhibit her work “L’Italia bella,” a showcase of her 2006 trip to Italy. Bring your punched passport to register for a framed, matted and signed photograph, “The Olive Press” by Knapik. Entertainment and refreshments in the 2nd floor gallery form 5-8pm.
24. Berkman Plaza II – 500 E. Bay St. on Riverwalk behind The Plaza Condominium – Original works of art curtsey of R. Robert’s Gallery.
25. Central Fire Station – Sponsored by Prudential Network Realty.
26. Ga’ La-Car Beauty & Style
27. Gold’s Gym – Paintings by Gold’s Gym member Shea Slemmer. Stop by for food, refreshments and a pick-me-up with a chair massage.
28. Hemming Plaza Jewelers – View the work of self taught artist Blaine Filthaut and watch local artists paint a live model on the corner of Hogan and Monroe.
29. Jacob’s Jewelers – Visit portrait artists Mae Jean Burch
30. LRK Architects – Fogle Fine Art showcases Georgia artist Lori Keith Robinson’s paintings of the Georgia Low Country in the first floor lobby. Wine and refreshments.
31. The Metropolitan Loft Apartments – 421 W. Church St. – Enjoy wine and appetizers.
32. Natasha’s Professional Tailoring & Alterations – Artist Alex Gritsiyan.
33. Needless Things – Hand painted items including glass, ceramics and canvas. Custom orders available. Wine and refreshments.
34. Shugar Shack Chocolatier – Manisha Joshi, owner of Sunisha Designs, creates unique, handmade handbags, wine and gift bags, hand-woven baskets and beautiful baby quilts. All products are customizable. Enjoy complimentary wine, samples of ChocoPop, and our Chocolate ShugarBerry on special.
35. Tiara Shoes – Black and white pen and ink drawings by Meredith Kerley and handmade jewelry by local and national designers.
36. TTV Architects – Painter Michael Angrisani will display his works and Bonnie’s Floral Designs will present her “Love” inspired works.