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Jacoub Reyes Unveiled Monumental Woodblock Print
Experience Jacoub Reyes' breathtaking 10x10 ft woodblock print, "Ornamental Figurations in Motion (Innocence, Love, and Joy)," the largest of its kind in South Florida, depicting the intricate beauty of native and invasive plant species.
Talking Murals with Austin ‘SLIM’ Gee
Multi-faceted mural artist Austin ‘Slim’ Gee is the Artist in Residence at the property Parc at Wesley Chapel in Tampa, Florida. Slim is skilled in graphic design, painting and illustration, but is probably most known for his crowd pleasing, large scale public art installations that promote positive thought. He recently completed a one-of-a-kind piece in the clubhouse room at Parc at WC: a large-scale mural featuring a heron, inspired by the nature and wildlife he observes right outside his apartment. Continue reading to find out more about his mural painting process and his engagement with the community.
Ceramics Q & A with Calder Kamin
Calder Kamin, recycling artist known for her sculptural animals, or “critters” as she calls them, that are typically made out of trash and repurposed materials, is also a ceramist! She created a beautiful ceramic pot as an offering to Shelby at Northside, where she was the resident artist between 2021-2022, depicting a 360 degree view inspired by the scenery she observed outside her apartment window. The pot is on view in the property’s leasing office. Continue reading for a Q & A with Calder about her offering and her lesser known background as a ceramicist.