"Black Art Matters" Art Reception

Join us for an evening of art, refreshments, camaraderie, and an original theatrical presentation titled "Cry Loud, Spare Not," written and directed by Jordan Patterson. We will also announce the winning pieces from the "Black Art Matters" exhibit.

Exhibitions and artists with work on display include:
Main Exhibit: "Black Art Matters"
Featured Artists (Lobby Gallery): "Nature's Harmony: A Scientific Study" by Gina White and "Alive with Still Life" by Fran Failla
Corridor Gallery: Tampa Day School (private receptions on April 9 and April 11)
Artist Corner (winner of the Wisdom in Aging exhibit): Dionne Severs
Atrium Gallery: Lelo Edel Alvarez

No RSVP is required.
(Event image: "3 Sisters DNA: Ayanna" by Dionne Demettasphere Seevers)

***About playwright/director Jordan Patterson

From the ripe age of 12, I have always loved music and theatre. I started piano lessons at the age of 13 and quickly found out that everything that had to do with the performing arts was what God had put me on this earth to do. I teach piano, vocal, and acting classes at Carrollwood Cultural Center and Song and Dance Studio. I recently released my first Christian Electric Lofi Album, On Earth, under my artist name, Xo, Palace.

My heart is to create performing art that glorifies Jesus! So you will hear a Christian perspective on all of the work that I do! I love creating roles for the ones who typically get overlooked and don't fit the typical type cast. Originally from Illinois but with roots in Alabama, I am a down-home city girl! I now strive every day to live by this quote I created: "If God is glorified, then I am satisfied!"

- Jordan


Category: Arts | Visual Arts