Historic Florida 2nd Generation Highwaymen, A.J. Brown has graciously donated a painting to the Center for Creative Education to raise funds to help support the CCE mission to empower students to grow creatively, academically and socially through an arts-based education. History was handed down, mentored by Original Highwaymen member Johnny Daniels and taught by Original Highwaymen member James Gibson to artist A.J. Brown; early in her career she was bestowed the name 2nd Generation Highwaymen. Only a small selective number of Florida Highwaymen Artists hold a right of privilege, to these historic claims, given by the legends themselves. The Rickie Report shares the details of how you can win this historic oil painting valued at $3,450.  In addition, the CCE will be offering a Lecture Series on October 1st. Buy Your Tickets For the Raffle and the Lecture Series now!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

425  24th St.   West Palm Beach, FL 33407

www.ccedflorida.org

 

 

 

How To Win This Historical Painting:

Maximum tickets purchased per order is five (5). If you purchase five (5) at once we will include your 6th ticket free of charge after your order processes. You may place as many separate orders as you like to buy as many tickets as you like.

The painting comes framed and measures 29.5″ h. x 34″ w. (canvas measures 20″ h. x 24″ w. unframed). It is a 100% hand painted original oil on canvas. This Painting is currently on view at Center for Creative Education.

 

 

AJ Brown painting

 

 

“Images of the vividly colored Red Royal Poinciana and Prince Purple Jacaranda trees along the southern coastal bayous of Florida are trademarks of my paintings. Taught to me by Hall of Fame veteran, James Gibson who said “keep the Poinciana a secret” and like a Highwaymen family recipe, so I have.” – excerpt from A.J. Brown Bio.

 

 

“Highwaymen history lives on, President Obama and The First Lady added two of A.J.’s paintings to their collection. Tradition transcends as art history is passed down to their Next Generation and mine with granddaughter Jalisa through time”. – A.J. Brown

 

 

 

 

The painting comes framed along with these two certificates: Signed, Biography of Artist A.J. Brown and Gold Sealed Certificate of Authenticity.

 

 

Email Jonathon (CCE Gallery Manager) at jonathono@cceflorida.org with any queries.

 

Raffle Drawing will be open until October 31st (unless otherwise noted).

 

Local Pick-Up ONLY. The winner will be responsible for the painting pick-up at our location: 425 24th St., West Palm Beach, FL 33407.

 

If ‘1962 Poinciana River’ is not picked-up within 6 months after winner announcement on October 31, 2016, painting becomes the property of CCE.

 

 

 

The Historic Highwaymen Lecture Day at CCE
Saturday, October 1st – 10:00am to 4:00pm

 

Lecture Day Featuring Artists:

Isaac Knight, Roy McLendon Jr. and AJ Brown

· 10:00am to 11:00am – Meet and Greet
· 11:00am to 12:00pm – Highwaymen Lecture, Presentation
· 12:00pm to 1:00pm – Break for Lunch
· 1:00pm to 4:00pm – Artist Showcase, Artwork Sale

 

Programming to feature Insights from Highwaymen Artists, Q&A and a detailed look at their artworks on-hand and for sale!

$10 Advanced Tickets Purchased Here;
http://cceflorida.org/highwaymenlecture/

 

 

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Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

The Center For Creative Education is offering two events that you will want to be part of.  Both are in conjunction with ‘Illustrated: Modern Pop Art’ featuring Jose Delbo that is currently on view in The Gallery at Center for Creative Education until July 22nd.  Join Macy’s for a VIP Event on Friday, July 8th and sign up for a Master Cartoon Workshop with Jose Delbo on Saturday, July 16th.  The Rickie Report shares the details and urges you to register quickly!  Kudos to the CCE and Jonathon Ortiz Smykla for bringing this to our area!

 

 

425 24th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
t (561) 805 9927 ext. 160 f (561) 805 9929
www.cceflorida.org

PRESENTS:

 

 

 

 

 

About Jose Delbo (from JoseDelbo.com) :

“Remember the 60’s when the Beatles saved Pepperland from the Blue Meanies in the Yellow Submarine? Well, I was the cartoonist responsible for illustrating the Fab Four with Gold Key Comics does. I am an Argentinian born artist who published my first work at the age of only 16. I was inspired by the American cowboy westerns, moved to the States and began work on classics like Billy the Kid, Judge Colt and the Lone Ranger. Then in the 70’s, I brought a host of television shows to comic book form with titles such as the The Twilight Zone, The Brady Bunch, Hogan’s Heroes, Buck Rogers, The Monkees and the Mod Squad”.

 

 

 

 

“Back in the 80’s, long before the modern superhero dominated the big screen, I worked for the likes of DC and Marvel Comics who penciled the published adventures of Superman, Batman, Aquaman, Green Arrow, The Transformers and The Thundercats. Then in the 90’s, when the focus fell on the environment, I helped the country go green when I drew the first issues of Captain Planet and the Planeteers and Brute Force. I continued to be the go-to-guy for cartoon classics like Disney’s 101 Dalmatians, Little Mermaid and the Mighty Ducks. When the NFL needed a superhero, I drew the NFL Superior who ran around with Spiderman fighting crime in the big city”.

 

 

 

Macy’s VIP Pop-Up Art Exhibition

Join Macy’s and Center for Creative Education, a local children’s charity, for a look at select gallery pieces from ‘Illustrated: Modern Pop Art’ featuring Jose Delbo. A group Art Exhibition that showcases a collection of ideas that fill the everyday lives of. Enjoy lite bites and refreshments as we join the fusion of art and fashion and celebrate these fantastic artists. Ticket includes access to food and wine!

 

Opening Night:

Friday, July 8th

5:30pm to 8:00pm

Food and Beverage cost is $10.00

Tickets can be found at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gallery-preview-tickets-25744825466?aff=es2

Ticket purchases include Macy’s Annual Shop-For-A-Cause pass that gets you exclusive discounts at Macy’s 8/25-8/28. Coupon to be given at check-in.

 

 

A Jam Packed Cartoon Workshop Taught By Renowned Cartoonist Jose Delbo

The Center for Creative Education is pleased to announce a workshop designed for novice, professional and motivated artists who wish to learn more! This workshop will provide you with basic cartooning techniques with an emphasis on personal expression in realistic and cartoon style. You will also learn body proportions, how to draw figures in motion, interpret storytelling, create superheroes and more.

 

 

 

 

Saturday, July 16th – 1:00pm to 3:00pm
The cost is $15.00

Tickets can be found here:
http://cceflorida.org/events/josedelboworkshop/

 

 

 

 

For more information please contact:

Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla, 
Gallery and Events Manager

425 24th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
t (561) 805 9927 ext. 160    f (561) 805 9929
www.cceflorida.org

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

 

 

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

The Center for Creative Education is offering a Master Class Collage Workshop with Bruce Helander, a master of collage art. The Saturday, March 12th Workshop will be informative and hands-on.  The Rickie Report shares the details and urges you to sign up quickly!

 

 

 

 

 

425 24th St., West Palm Beach, FL 33407

 

 

 

 

10am to 3pm

$10.00

To Sign Up:

Register Here

Workshop will be both informative and hands-on.

 

 

 

Attendees to bring:

• a pile of magazines
• scissors
• mat knife
• pencils
• non-petroleum based glue (a water based glue)

 

Attendees to provide their own bag lunch.

Workshop accompanied by light refreshments.

 

 

For more information please contact:

Gallery Manager, Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla

jonathono@cceflorida.org
P: 561-805-9927

Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla
Gallery and Events Manager
Center for Creative Education

425 24th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
t (561) 805 9927 ext. 160    c (561) 670 5678
f (561) 805 9929    www.cceflorida.org

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery at Center for Creative Education presents the “2nd Annual Collaborations and Mixed Mediums: A Charitable Fine Art Exhibition”.  With Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla at the helm, you can be sure that this exhibit will be first rate!  The public is invited to the Opening Reception on Saturday, March 5th 2016.  Your $10 Entry Donation benefits this worthwhile hardworking charity.  The Exhibition runs through April 24th 2016 and is Free to the Public during regular Gallery Hours. The Rickie Report shares the details, gives you some sneak peeks and urges you to stop by!

 

 

425 24th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

t (561) 805 9927 ext. 160    f (561) 805 9929
www.cceflorida.org

 

 

 

 

 

Opening Reception:

Saturday, March 5, 2016 

6:30- 8:30 pm

 

 

Your $10 Entry Donation benefits CCE

 

 

The Exhibition runs through April 24th 2016

Free to the Public during Regular Gallery Hours:

Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm.

 

Mixed Media by Erika Cespedes

 

Opening Reception / Exhibition Highlights:

30+ Artists on Exhibit with over 80 Works of Art

 

 

Collaboration  by Ilene Gruber Adams and Nicole Gallucio

Red Carpet Entry with Car Staging

Provided by Palm Beach Prestige Auto Services

 

Collaboration by Barrero and Kroman

 

 

Step-And-Repeat Photo Opportunities provided by West Palm Beach CRA

Collaboration by Urban and Huffman

Entertainment provided by Cole Rippe

“Fairy Tale Castle” by Mark Allen

Premium Beverages provided by Due South Brewing

Mixed Media by Barbara Bailey

Valet Parking by Preferred Parking Solutions

“Blue Crab” by Emmanuel Gonzales

 Live Art Demonstrations

 

“Have You Ever Been In Love” by James Rabidoux 

 

 

More About CCE:

Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/181445545524174/

Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery Page with Exhibition Schedule:
http://cceflorida.org/marjorie-s-fisher-gallery/

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks To Our Sponsors:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For more information please contact:

Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla
Gallery and Events Manager
Center for Creative Education

425 24th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
t (561) 805 9927 ext. 160
c (561) 670 5678
f (561) 805 9929
www.cceflorida.org

 

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

The Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery at the Center For Creative Education is calling for 2D and 3D works of art. The Second Annual “Collaborations and Mixed Mediums” will be a Charitable Fine Art Juried Exhibition. The Deadline for entry is January 31, 2016.  Works to be considered must be of a nature compatible with the venue. Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery is within the Center for Creative Education which services 3rd, 4th and 5th grade children through a wide range of arts. The Rickie Report urges art patrons to save Saturday, March 5th for the Opening Reception!  Last year, this event was one of the big highlights of  “season”!  We share the details for this Call For Entries!

 

 

 

‘Collaborations and Mixed Mediums’

A Charitable Fine Art Exhibition

Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery

at Center for Creative Education

Opening Reception – Saturday, March 5th

Art Call Deadline – January 31, 2016

 

 

 

Sponsors Include:
C-Keys Recording and Vinyl
Due South Brewing
West Palm Beach CRA

 

 

 

Works to be accepted:

– Open Medium Collaborative Works
– Mixed Media Works (these entries do not have to be collaborative efforts amongst 2 or more artists, but highlight mixed mediums within the work)
– 3D Works (free standing or with artist provided pedestal for exhibition)
– Indoor/Outdoor Installations (please contact host email for needs prior to submitting)

-Works to be considered must be of a nature compatible with the venue. Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery is within the Center for Creative Education which services 3rd, 4th and 5th grade children through a wide range of arts. For example it would be safe to stay away from submitting nudes. We utilize the gallery as an educational tool at times for some of our children to experience the world of art. Thank you for your support.

 

**All submitted 2D or hanging works must be wired and ready for hanging, loose flat work not framed (I.e. prints, photographs, etc..) will not be acceptable entries.**

Artists may submit high resolution images of collaborative or mixed media works directly to the Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery at jonathono@cceflorida.org along with:

• Size
• Medium
• Pricing
• Artist Statement
• Contact Information
• Payment Confirmation/Method.

Entry Fee and Payment Options:
$20 for Up to Three (3) artwork entries

Online Payment:
Payments Online can be made at http://cceflorida.org/marjorie-s-fisher-gallery/
(‘Artist Entry Fee’ button is located under the March 2016 exhibition description)
-or-
Mail-In Payment:
Send a Check, payable to Center for Creative Education (with images of artworks to be submitted: Size, Medium, Pricing – Artist Statement and Contact Information) to:
Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery
ATTN: Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla
425 24th St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

 

 

 

For information about last year’s event, visit the 2015 Blog Site;
http://collaborationsandmixedmediums.blogspot.com/

For more information please contact:

Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla
Gallery and Events Manager
Center for Creative Education

425 24th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
t (561) 805 9927 ext. 160  c (561) 670 5678
f (561) 805 9929
www.cceflorida.org

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The Rickie Report

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Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

The Rickie Report brings you the unfolding story of transition and change in Northwood Village’s Art Scene. Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla takes on a new role as Gallery and Events Manager at Center for Creative Education (CCE, Northwood Village) while Evelyn O. Smykla will be continuing the current exhibition at OSGS Gallery (Northwood Village) until October 31st. Currently OSGS is exhibiting 17 Artists from within and around Palm Beach County.  OSGS became a driving force along with the galleries in the Village to start and continue a free ArtWalk open to the public the 2nd Saturday of every month and supported the community and other merchants by being an active participant in the monthly Art Promenades and Friday Night Strolls through their tenure.  The Rickie Report shares the details and the sentiments of everyone involved:  This continues to be a journey of sharing art  and artists with the community.  Change can bring new opportunities! Kudos to Jonathon and Eveyln!

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN THE BEGINNING…

 

 

 

Grand Opening of OSGS

 

 

 

As of October 31 (yes, Halloween) OSGS (Ortiz-Smykla|Gallery-Studio) Works of Art and Custom Framing located in Northwood Village will be closing its doors. We have had quite an incredible run and have been witness to some wonderful artists and art. In the short time we have been open to exhibiting works of art and offering framing we have exhibited and represented over 50 artists and numerous works of art. OSGS has hosted receptions for both established and emerging artists. We have hosted a Virtual Auction for The Place of Hope and through the Collaborations and Mixed Media Event last year we supported the Center for Creative Education and their goal to educate children through the arts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

It’s a move that unknowingly began in March, 2015, as Jonathon (OSGS Gallery) produced ‘Collaborations and Mixed Mediums’ the charitable fine art exhibition at Center for Creative Education (CCE). That group exhibition was a huge success and now the CCE has extended a full-time position to Jonathon as Gallery and Events Manager to build a thriving events calendar in and around the CCE’s Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery at Center for Creative Education. 

 

 

 

 

 
Jonathon says, “We became a driving force along with the galleries in the Village to start and continue a free ArtWalk open to the public the 2nd Saturday of every month and supported the community and other merchants by being an active participant in the monthly Art Promenades and Friday Night Strolls through their tenure”.

 

Jonathon and Evelyn

 

“Thank you goes to all of the artists who so graciously agreed to exhibit with us, the merchants of Northwood Village, Ilene Adams for her marketing expertise and, it goes without saying, Rickie and Jeff Leiter of the Rickie Report”.

 

“We are not going away, simply moving upward and in new directions. Jonathon can be found at The Center for Creative Education (Northwood Village) as their new Gallery and Events Manager (Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery) beginning October 1 and I (Evelyn) will be going into my second retirement and choosing to use my talents volunteering as needed in the arts community and as needs arise in my own backyard in Palm Beach Gardens/Jupiter/Juno areas”.

 

Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery and Exhibition Space

 

 

 

Jonathon is creating an active exhibition schedule for the Marjorie S. Fisher Gallery at Center for Creative Education. These exhibits will look to include local artists, national artists and programming that will benefit the mission of CCE and the local arts community. Open calls to artists will arise and Jonathon is hoping to reconnect with many of the artists OSGS represented and new faces to create successful exhibitions.

 

 

You can find out much more about CCE on their website at www.cceflorida.org. Jonathon can be reached at JonathonO@cceflorida.org.

 

 

Evelyn Ortiz Smykla & Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla
OSGS Ortiz-Smykla|Gallery-Studio
p: 561-833-2223
e: OSGSart@hotmail.com
www.OSGSart.com
Find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/OSGSart

 

 

 

Website: http://www.cceflorida.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cce.florida?ref=hl
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cceflorida

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

 

Everyone is invited to celebrate the culmination of the newest mural by Tiffany Beasi, part of Northwood Village’s Mural Project! The Mural Reception/Artists Meet and Greet takes place during the Northwood Art & Wine Promenade on Friday, August 28th.  Beasi is an internationally renown artist.  Her mural brings color and meaning to the outer wall of OSGS, Ortiz Smykla|Gallery Studio. The Rickie Report shares the details and hopes to see you there!

 

 

 

MURAL RECEPTION/MEET THE ARTISTS

Featuring: Tiffany Beasi

 

Friday, August 28th

6 – 9 pm

Free and Open to the Public

500 Northwood Road    W.Palm Beach, FL

 

 

 

 

 

The Northwood Village Mural Project was conceived in early 2014 with Northwood Village Merchants and Proponents Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla, Billy Manthy, William Halliday, Craig McInnis, Eduardo Mendieta and the West Palm Beach CRA. The West Palm Beach CRA and Edaurdo Mendieta spearheaded the initial Artist search and saw the first three murals in Northwood Village through to completion. Currently, there are several completed murals adorning the walls of various buildings in Northwood Village.These murals were created by Eduardo Mendieta, Amanda Valdes, Craig McInnis and now Tiffany Beasi.

 

 

This Mural at OSGS by Tiffany is part of the Northwood Village Mural Project but was produced solely by the owners of OSGS Gallery (as opposed to the initial murals funded by the CRA). Tiffany has painted murals in other Palm Beach County locations (Downtown Lake Worth at Dave’s Last Resort) as well.

 

 

The Northwood Village Mural Project is now in the hands of the Village Merchants and future growth will depend on merchant follow-through, sponsorships, and overall exposure to generate Northwood Village as a Mural Destination. Murals projects have thrived in many cities and create a fabulous environment for all to enjoy.

 

 

Tiffany Beasi is a professional painter and a freelance graphic designer located in Florida. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design. As an award-winning international artist, she has created commercial art for clients across the world including Walt Disney World, Core Communities, Orlando Magic, Hard Rock International, Roadhouse Grill and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. In recent years, Tiffany has exhibited her work in several group art shows including House of Blues Folk Art Festival, Sun Fest, Gibson Guitar Town and Hard Rock Hotels Velvet Lounge. In 2011, she was commissioned by Hard Rock International to paint 3 Les Paul Guitars for their Top of The Rock Project.

 

 

Beasi’s paintings are drowned in lush vibrant colors and were published in two books, Beatles Art: The Fantastic New Artwork of the Fab Four and Marilyn in Art. Beasi has been the Featured Artist in Industry Magazine, Axis Magazine, the Orlando Sentinel, MetroWest Magazine, Fox 35 and Jacksonville’s BUZZ Magazine.

 

O S G S:

 

 

Art runs in the veins of gallery curators Evelyn and Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla. OSGS is the embodiment of their love of art and for sharing the work of talented artists. On any given day, a visit to their gallery sees guests crossing paths with a variety of works in many mediums that include modern-art paintings, sculptures, and home wares. The team also does their own creating inside the studio: custom framing is available with a large number of options for materials, glass, matting, and mounting.  The gallery is located at 500 Northwood Road in West Palm Beach.

 

 

 

Evelyn Ortiz Smykla & Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla

OSGS Ortiz-Smykla|Gallery-Studio
p: 561-833-2223
e: OSGSart@hotmail.com
www.OSGSart.com
Find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/OSGSart

 

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

 OSGS Gallery is keeping the summer hopping and the arts alive with their BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair) Lecture Series. OSGS Works of Art and Custom Framing, located in the heart of Northwood Village, offers these lectures in conjunction with the free Northwood Village ArtWalk Gallery Tours on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Stop by on Saturday, July 13 to meet Ilene Gruber Adams; July 11th with Pamela Acheson and August 8th with John Rachell. The Rickie Report is pleased to share the details about Ilene Adam’s newest artwork and show our readers the progress of Tiffany Beasi’s mural, the newest addition to Northwood Village! You don’t have sign up for the Free ArtWalk tour to attend the Free Lecture. Although, we encourage you to not miss the Free VIP Guided Tour through the many art spaces in Northwood Village!  To take the tour, sign up at http://www.northwoodartwalk.com/. The OSGS Lectures will begin at the end of the first ArtWalk tour, around 7pm.   There are many fabulous restaurants in the area with many of them offering live music, so plan to have a bite to eat or enjoy a glass of wine before or after the lecture.

 

 

 

BYOC Lecture*

*Bring Your Own Chair

Presenting

Ilene  Adams

Saturday, June 13th

7:00 pm (following FREE Art Walk)

FREE ART EVENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ilene Adams works in both mixed media painting and in photography. Her paintings are a mixture of various mediums including photo transfers, plaster, gold leaf and thread. She often uses vintage family photos or old collectable postcards and the colors are often muted. Her photos, on the other hard, are bold, bright colors, pushing the limits on saturation and manipulating reality.

 

 

 

Ilene says about her art, “The artists that influenced me the most are Robert Rauschenberg and Maxfield Parish. Rauschenberg’s influence is apparent in my paintings that incorporate paint, collage, photographic images and artifacts. They evoke a feeling of nostalgia or of imaginary places. My photographs deal mostly with nature, but nature through an intense filter.  Images are put under a microscope and colors are heightened. Ordinary images are enhanced to create painterly new images that leave the viewer wondering if they are paintings or photographs? Abstract or realistic?”

 

 

 

Ilene Adams has over 35 years professional experience in various businesses in the art field.  It began when she studied graphic design at Tyler School of Art, Temple University and then continued on to study printmaking and fine art at Tyler School of Art in Rome.  After completing college, Ilene worked in New York City in advertising, illustration and fabric design. She has continued studying many art disciplines throughout her career at schools such as Harvard, The School of Visual Arts and faux finishing schools.

 

 

 

 

Ilene has worked in many different art related field, including textile design, graphic design, faux finishes and murals. While her children were young, she had a thriving business in New Jersey creating wonderful, warm environments for homes and businesses from New York to Miami.  Ilene has been featured in many design magazines in the New York metropolitan area and the Palm Beaches, as well as winning several awards for her art.

 

 

For many years, Ilene was wrapped up in the corporate world as owner/CEO of a national broadcast marketing located in Boston and later in New Jersey. After moving to Florida 12 years ago, Ilene continued her marketing company, The Marketing Works, bringing her marketing and design talents to small businesses, non-profits and artists.

 

 

 

 

When time permits, Ilene works on her paintings and photographs and shows her work in galleries and exhibitions, winning many awards for her art.  Ilene’s work can be found at www.ileneadamsinc.com and www.ileneadamsfineart.com.

 

 

Ilene’ s involvement in the community’s art scene has made quite an impact.  She has served as a member of organization boards, including Wellington Art Society, Artists of Palm Beach County, the Cultural Affairs Committee for West Palm Beach, Jonathan Dickinson State Park and Furry Friends and continues to be an active leader in Art Synergy/Art Palm Beach.

 

 

 

During the Summer Lecture Series, each speaker will share their passion for the arts and their identity as an artist.  You will discover how each began their incredible artistic journey, their background, techniques, mentors, what drives and/or motivates them and where they see their work taking them into the future.  If you have not attended one of our lectures prior to now you are in for a fabulous treat and will, at the same time, learn something new in the process.

 

 

 

 

Northwood Village Mural Project

Expands to OSGS Gallery!

Artist Tiffany Beasi Wins Bid to Create a Unique Mural

 

The Northwood Village Mural Project was conceived in early 2014 with Northwood Village Merchants and Proponents Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla, Billy Manthy, William Halliday, Craig McInnis, Eduardo Mendieta and the West Palm Beach CRA.  The West Palm Beach CRA and Edaurdo Mendieta spearheaded the initial Artist search and saw the first three murals in Northwood Village through to completion. Currently, there are several completed murals adorning the walls of various buildings in Northwood Village.These murals were created by Eduardo Mendieta, Amanda Valdes, Craig McInnis and now Tiffany Beasi.

 

 

This Mural at OSGS by Tiffany is part of the Northwood Village Mural Project but was produced solely by the owners of OSGS Gallery (as opposed to the initial murals funded by the CRA). Tiffany has painted murals in other Palm Beach County locations (Downtown Lake Worth at Dave’s Last Resort) as well.

 

 

The Northwood Village Mural Project is now in the hands of the Village Merchants and future growth will depend on merchant follow-through, sponsorships, and overall exposure to generate Northwood Village as a Mural Destination. Murals projects have thrived in many cities and create a fabulous environment for all to enjoy.

 

 

 

Tiffany Beasi is a professional painter and a freelance graphic designer located in Florida. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design. As an award-winning international artist, she has created commercial art for clients across the world including Walt Disney World, Core Communities, Orlando Magic, Hard Rock International, Roadhouse Grill and Cafe Tu Tu Tango. In recent years, Tiffany has exhibited her work in several group art shows including House of Blues Folk Art Festival, Sun Fest, Gibson Guitar Town and Hard Rock Hotels Velvet Lounge. In 2011, she was commissioned by Hard Rock International to paint 3 Les Paul Guitars for their Top of The Rock Project.

 

 

Beasi’s paintings are drowned in lush vibrant colors and were published in two books, Beatles Art: The Fantastic New Artwork of the Fab Four and Marilyn in Art. Beasi has been the Featured Artist in Industry Magazine, Axis Magazine, the Orlando Sentinel, MetroWest Magazine, Fox 35 and Jacksonville’s BUZZ Magazine. 

 

 

For more information about this program or other exhibits at OSGS please contact:
Evelyn Ortiz-Smykla/Jonathan Ortiz-Smykla, OSGS Gallery 561-833-2223; OSGSArt@hotmail.com

www.OSGSart.com

 

 

Art runs in the veins of gallery curators Evelyn and Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla. OSGS is the embodiment of their love of art and for sharing the work of talented artists. On any given day, a visit to their gallery sees guests crossing paths with a variety of works in many mediums that include modern-art paintings, sculptures, and home wares. The team also does their own creating inside the studio: custom framing is available with a large number of options for materials, glass, matting, and mounting. The gallery also brings in guest speakers for the Bring Your Own Chair lecture series, whose dates are published on the gallery’s website. The gallery is located at 500 Northwood Road in West Palm Beach.

 

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Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

As ArtPalmBeach/Art Synergy/ARTWEEK 2015 continues, everyone is invited to take part in more FREE, art-related events.  This Rickie Report’s focus is on Palm Beach’s Gallery Walk, Northwood Village’s ARTX Walk and Whitespace Collection’s Free admission and special Sunday breakfast.  Art IS all around us.  Stop, Look, Admire and Support!  Be sure to stop by the Palm Beach County Convention Center to see Art Synergy (Booth #718), “This exhibition is an exploration of the aesthetic and scope of work created in South Florida. Twenty selected works will be on display at ArtPalmBeach, which is internationally renowned as the premiere mid-winter contemporary art fair on Florida’s Gold Coast by both art critics and enthusiasts”, explains Rolando Chang Barrero.   FREE Trolly service will be provided in some areas, plus UBER is offering an Art Synergy special (see article for details)!

 

 

 

 

 

Worth Ave District

January 22 – 25

Contact: David Ginn 561.833.4700 for more details or contact each gallery

 Arcature Fine Art

318 Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.805.9388 Contact – Ryan Ross arcaturefineart@mac.com

Holden Luntz Gallery

332 Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.805.9550 Contact – Jodi jodi@oldenluntz.com

Mark Borghi Fine Art

255 Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.328.9504 Contact – Mark Borghi mark@borghi.org

Gallery Biba

224A Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.651.1371 Contact – Biba biba@bibagallery.com

DTR Modern Galleries

440 South County Rd at Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.366.9387 Contact – Bryan Walsh bwalsh@dtrmodern.com

 

Wally Findlay Galleries International

165 Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.655.2090 Contact – lars lars@wallyfindlay.com

Taglialatella Galleries

313 ½ Worth Avenue In the Via Bice Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.833.4700 Contact – David Ginn david@djtfa.com or dave@djtfa.com

Russek Gallery

203 Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.832.4811 Contact – Sloane Russek info@russek.com

Gavlak Gallery

249B Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.833.0583 Contact- Karene karene@gavlakgallery.com

Surovek Gallery

349 Worth Avenue 12 Via Parigi Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.655.2665 Contact- Clay Surovek clay@surovekgallery.com

Gasiunasen Gallery

400 Worth Avenue at Peruvian Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.820.8920 Contact – Donna Tribby arijart@bellsouth.net

Galleria of Sculpture

11 Via Parigi| Worth Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.659.7557 Contact – Cheryl Sundell info@galeriaofsculpture.com

Liman Studio Gallery

139 N County Rd| The historic Paramount Building Palm Beach, FL 33480 561.659.7050 Contact – Ellen Liman T6060@yahoo.com

 

 

 

Sunday, January 25

Northwood District

Whitespace Collection

10:00 am – Noon

Complimentary Breakfast and Gallery Tour at Whitespace Collection

 

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Free Admission to Whitespace Collection

Whitespace Collection

Whitespace Collection is located on Australian Avenue 
between Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard and 45th Street. West Palm Beach

For further information: contact 
561.842.4131
http://www.whitespacecollection.com/
https://www.facebook.com/WhitespaceCollection

 

The ArtX Historic Northwood Village

Guided Gallery Walking Tour

 

Tour times: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 7:00pm

 

ArtX Galleries of Northwood Village

 

OSGS GALLERY|STUDIO

500 Northwood Rd.
Unit 1
 West Palm Beach, FL 33407
www.osgsart.com 561.833.2223

OSGS [Ortiz-Smykla | Gallery-Studio] provides Contemporary Art by working Local and National Artists alike. OSGS also provides affordable, custom framing to the public. Works exhibited include, but are not limited to Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Clay, Prints, and Glass Art. For up-to-date exhibit information and current events happening in the gallery space please visit our website and Facebook pages. Contact: Jonathon Ortiz-Smykla osgs@hotmail.com

 

ARTHOUSE429

429 25th Street W.Palm Beach, FL 33407 561.231.0429

The gallery has been custom designed by owner/artist William Halliday to offer the best possible interior exhibition environment for a variety of contemporary art, plus an exciting landscaped sculpture garden and an open air special events and reception area on the second floor terrace. The completely renovated showplace is at the center of renewed activity and energy on the street, exhibiting first class innovative works of art that parallel and exemplify the fresh spirit in this neighborhood.

Halliday fabricates and assembles his intriguing and original metal sculptural forms. He has taken the best of his experiences and poured them into sculptural objects, producing polished, surrealist steel and aluminum forms that allow the viewer to literally reflect on the form, while enjoying a 360 degree inspection. Contact: William Halliday Arthouse429.com

 

AFRICA NOW

508 A. Northwood Rd. W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

Africa now is a Contemporary African Art Gallery located in the heart of Northwood Village. We carry a mix of Decorative and Traditional Fashion, Jewelry, Paintings and books. Contact Annie Kadji info@africanowgallery.com   561.209.5008

 

BOHEMIA AG

ArtHaus & Gelateria

536 Northwood Rd. W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

Gallery: Fine Art Centered around the Local Unique & Alternative Art Community, while featuring National and International Artist of a Unique Caliber. Atelier: A Creative Workspace for Artists to Share there Art! Parlour: Organic Ice Cream / Artisan Gelato featuring Unique Flavours not seen at an average parlor. Independent Apparel Designers Including but not limited to Bohemïa AG. Contact : Paul Agnirucklov BohemiaAG@gmail.com 561.302.5568

 

CENTER for CREATIVE EDUCATION

425 24th Street W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

Creative approaches are infused into classroom curriculum and after school settings, to enhance the teaching of traditional academic subjects – improving each child’s learning potential and academic performance, increasing overall enthusiasm about school and shaping more productive, responsible community members that exercise creative problem solving throughout life. Transformation of communities, institutions and educators is at the heart of CCE as it strives for authentic, sustainable, systemic change. Contact: Robert L Hamon, CEO bobh@cceflorida.org 561.805.9927 ext. 12

 

C-KEYS

523 Northwood Rd. W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

The C-KEYS Philosophy Music . One word that means so much to many. The founder of CKEYS knows the strength and power of music: not only its ability to attract and bring together the masses, but most importantly sooth the soul. CKEYS was founded on the principal of creating, producing, promoting, and making music that affects the world. Reinforcing the core mentality of the production of only the highest quality music, CKEYS main focus is simply that the production of music. Working with the people and giving back to the world is the main goal of the company. Love and passion for music founded this company, but its astounding effect on the masses fuels it to keep going. Contact: Cole Rippe Cole.rippe@me.com 305.303.8978

 

GALLERY 418

418 Northwood Rd. W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

Contact: Jeffrey Thompson northwoodantiques@hotmail.com 561.833.1019

 

HAROLDS’ COFFEE LOUNGE ART

509 Northwood Rd. W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

 

Imagine yourself in a comfortable nook, surfing the web (Free WiFi), holding a business meeting, hanging out with friends, listening to great music (sometimes LIVE), admiring local art, catching some rays on our patio, participating in open mic night, hearing a poetry reading, enjoying a quick cup of joe before or after work and you will understand the draw and excitement of HAROLD’S A COFFEE LOUNGE.

 

Please stop by soon! Harold’s is open 7 days a week. Serving the finest coffees, teas, and pastries in South Florida. We are not exaggerating… our coffee is incredible and our vibe is unlike any other coffee spot you have seen…It’s not your Corporate Cup of Joe! {best beans in the universe} Contact: Keith Palagye Haroldscoffee@gmail.com 561.833.6366

 

HENNEVELT’S GALLERY ON THE GO

540 Northwood Road

Eclectic Art Gallery Local & International Artists

Hennevelt’s Gallery & Gifts On The Go is a Pop-up Art Gallery and Gift Shop originally opened its brick and mortar doors on Northwood Rd. June 1, 2011 with a hand full of local artist and has now grown to featuring more than 25 local, national & international artists. You will find Hennevelt’s Gallery & Gifts on the Go to be a breath of fresh air to the traditional galleries. As of Jan. 1, 2015 in closing our brick and mortar store front we have opened a new door in the art world as a Gallery on the Go! A Pop-Up Gallery bringing art to art lovers alike. As we offer a selection of eclectic & colorful one of a kind works of art the exhibit will be a mobile and ever changing experience. For detail on our next Pop-Up Gallery check out our website www.hennevelts.com Contact: Freddy & Nickie Hennevelt henneveltsgallery@att.net 561.506.4108

 

NORTHWOOD GLASS ART & GIFTS

524 Northwood Rd. W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

Retail, Classes in fused and mosaic glass. Contact: Karen Campbell kscamp3605@aol.com 561.302.5568

 

THE HAROOKI GALLERY

508 B Northwood Rd. W. Palm Beach, FL 33407

Eclectic Photo, Art Vintage, Modern Furniture, Groovy Prints, Architectural Abstracts, Driftwood Furniture & Pieces. Contact: Brian Lee brl@harooki.com 561.843.4109

 

NORTHWOOD VILLAGE MURAL PROJECT

We are proud to announce the start of the Northwood Village Mural Project creating the village with beautiful murals. They are looking for local businesses to also help by sponsoring murals, donating exterior wall space, and funding. The community can also help with fundraising and support. Initially there will be 4-5 murals painted on buildings located on Northwood Road, Spruce Avenue and 25th Street. The goal is to beautify and bring more vitality to the neighborhood. Each mural will be painted by a different artist. Artist List: Craig McInnis @ 2417 Spruce Ave Eduardo Mendieta @ 441 25th Street Amanda Valdes

Contact OSGS for more information about the newest Mural CALL FOR ARTISTS!

Explore an artistic side of Historic Northwood Village Arts District by taking a historic guided gallery walking tour. (The tour is a one & half hour guided walking tour of West Palm Beach’s Historic Northwood Village Arts District that normally occurs only on the second Saturday of each month).

 

 

Tours will begin at the corner of Spruce and Northwood Road at the VIP / Information Tent. So Sign up Early as Space is limited to 16 people per tour. Sign up our website: www.northwoodartwalk.com

 

Our tour guides will start with a short intro on the history of Northwood Village and will then take you into the heart of what has quickly become a vibrant arts district offering an eclectic mix of gallery spaces, boutique shops and favorite local restaurants. The tour focuses on the exhibited art within a number of the galleries found throughout Historic Northwood Village. The art includes a generous mix of local, national, and international artist, both emerging and established. Meet and greet art, live demonstrations, lectures and more.

 

The Historic Northwood Village Arts District continues the day with Art Walks throughout the day and into the evening which are free VIP guided Art and Gallery tours hosted by the collective ArtX galleries. Celebrate with the award winning restaurants of Northwood Village as they tantalize your taste buds with the “Art of Eating”.

 

 

Free transportation with trolleys looping the West Palm Beach Art Sunday will travel from White Space Gallery at 2805 N. Australian Ave, to the Historic Northwood Village Arts District located just two miles north of downtown West Palm Beach, West of North Dixie Hwy. in between Northwood Rd. And 25th St, and to Continuum Gallery at 501 Fern Street. There is also *Free parking all day on Sundays in West Palm Beach*.

 

 

We suggest dining out while you are in Northwood Village. Tantalize your taste buds with the “Art of Eating” Northwood Village style. From breakfast to lunch to dinner you will enjoy dining at its best! Make your restaurants reservations and join the guided tour today!

 

 

List of Northwood restaurants can be found at: www.northwoodartwalk.com

Also visit Northwood Art Walk on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtXArtWalk
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArtXArtWalk

 

 

 

 

 
UBER

 

 

Arrive in Style with Uber!

We’re thrilled to partner with Uber to provide new Uber users a free ride (up to $20) to or from Art Synergy!

How does it work? Using Uber’s free iPhone/Android/Windows app, you can request a pickup and a car driven by a personal driver will show up in minutes. Your credit card is billed directly for your trip and there’s no need to tip, so you won’t need to carry cash. You can even see the car coming towards you on a map!

Follow these simple steps to get $20 off your ride:

1) Download the free Uber iPhone/Android/Windows app (or sign up at www.uber.com/go/ARTSYNERGY)

2) Enter your information in the Uber app and promo code “ARTSYNERGY” when you sign up.

3) Request a ride 5 – 15 minutes before you need one. $20 will be applied towards your first ride on uberX, uberXL, or uberSELECT (not valid on uberTAXI, expires 2/28/15).

Questions? Check out uber.com/miami or supportmiami@uber.com.

 
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ARTSYNERGY 2015 please visit: artsynergypbc.com

 

 

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact The Rickie Report at:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291