The NacGroup announces the exhibition “Lost in Cinema” by Ivan Roque.

Ivan Roque’s “Lost in Cinema” is a series of 16 works based on the artist’s characters “Lost” and “Found.” Using collage and painting Roque pays tribute to 20^th century cinema greats such as Al Pacino’s “Scarface,” Sylvester Stallone’s “Rocky,” series and the cult classics “King Kong” and “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”

Born on December 27^th, 1991 Ivan Jorge Roque, also known as “The Lost Artist,” is a Cuban-American urban artist hailing from the inner city community of Carol City, Florida. Currently a student at the Miami International University of Art & Design, Roque is an emerging urban pop artists to watch. He has been working steadily and has accomplished quite a repertoire at an early age. Roque has participated in a number of group shows, has had a public installation commissioned by the town of Surfside and was chosen for the Pop Up Piano Series during Art Basel Miami Beach 2012.  

Roque’s collages present his interpretation of the world. The artist explores morality and questions definitions of right and wrong within the context of contemporary American society. He created the characters “Lost” and “Found” as a representation of the two halves that make up every individual, good and evil, mischief and innocence, rebellious and loyal. 

The new works present a move towards a new direction for Roque as he pushes his limits in “Lost in Cinema.” Movies are a source inspiration for the artist and he appreciates the medium’s ability to convey messages. Roque sees film as moving paintings with endless possibilities for interpretation. This association started the idea to merge cinema and fine art into this new series, which will be accompanied by a surprise site specific installation at Nac Gallery.

NacGroup is a global entity that consists of a group of like minded individuals with a shared passion and purpose, who have rejected today's accepted conventional wisdom as it relates to how a gallery should operate. NacGroup offers consulting services, brokering and collection as well as estate representation. Nac Gallery, a division of NacGroup, provides a vehicle for emerging and mid-level career artists to reach their respective audiences in a targeted and effective way. Nac Gallery is a fine art gallery located in the North Beach Arts District of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

“Lost in Cinema” runs from May 18^th, 2013 through June 13^th, 2013 at Nac Gallery, 3325 NE 32^nd Street, Fort Lauderdale 33308

VIP Preview: Friday, May 17, 2013. 7-11 pm
Public Opening: Saturday, May 18, 2013, 7-11 pm

For more information on "Lost in Cinema", Ivan Roque or upcoming events such as auctions at the gallery visit www.nacgallery.com or call 805-272-5831

Popular Demand with Venezuelan Artist GG!

The NacGroup announces the solo show “Popular Demand” featuring 20 new pieces by Miami based Venezuelan pop artist GG.

As much as “Popular Demand” will satisfy the collectors’ cravings for GG’s work, the title really plays devil’s advocate as it refers to the artist’s personal demand of making a series of paintings of popular icons he appreciates.

“Popular Demand” will be GG’s most important show to date as the show will travel from Fort Lauderdale to New York and Los Angeles this year. Geared towards establishing GG as a nationally recognized artist on the rise, the NacGroup’s Vincent Harrison and Karla Livingston have been working closely with the artist to present a convincing body of work in an expertly curated exhibition.

In addition to the new work, GG will also incorporate the gallery walls into the exhibit to convert the entire space into an imaginary world. Says GG, “The idea behind ‘Popular Demand’ is very simple. For the past two years I have been randomly painting tribute pieces to artists and popular icons who have inspired me, such as Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Baquiat, Andy Warhol and Salvador Dali. I wanted to develop a cohesive series based on popular people and characters who I admire.” The new series for “Popular Demand” features iconic cartoon and film characters such as Batman and the Joker as well as a Star Wars Storm Trooper. 

GG creates gallery art inspired by pop and urban art. His recognizable style and signature character have become part of the Miami artscape as well as many international art collections. The cartoon-ish renderings, inspired by art history, current affairs as well as the artist’s personal experiences and emotions, have evolved continuously as the artist has matured and now speak to a varied and sophisticated audience.

Harrison and Livingston have been working with GG since 2011 and have taken his work to major art fairs across the US. The response to GG’s work has been phenomenal, making him the best selling artist for the Nac Gallery.

NacGroup is a global entity that consists of a group of like minded individuals with a shared passion and purpose, who have rejected today's accepted conventional wisdom when it comes to how a gallery should operate. NacGroup offers consulting services, brokering and collection as well as estate representation. Nac Gallery, a division of NacGroup, provides a vehicle for emerging and mid-level career artists to reach their respective audiences in as targeted and effective way as possible. Nac Gallery is a fine art gallery located in the North Beach Arts District of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The “Popular Demand” public opening reception will be held on Saturday, March 16^th 2013 with a VIP opening reception for collectors and media on Friday, March 15^th 2013.

“Popular Demand” runs from March 16^th through April 15^th at Nac Gallery, 3325 NE 32^nd Street, Fort Lauderdale 33308.

VIP Opening Reception - Friday, March 15^th, 2013, 7-11 pm

Public Opening Reception - Saturday, March 16^th, 2013, 7-11 pm

For more information on “Popular Demand,” the artist, or upcoming events such as monthly auctions at the gallery visit www.nacgallery.com

CELEBRATING WOMEN OF COLOR… ART, POLITICS & HIP HOP

HOSTED BY SISTERS OF TODAY & TOMORROW

IN COLLABORATION WITH

AUBURN AVENUE RESEARCH LIBRARY on AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE & HISTORY

Sisters of Today & Tomorrow in collaboration with Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture & History, kicked off the 7^th annual “Celebrating Women of Color… Art, Politics & Hip Hop” with an elegant reception at the Auburn Avenue Research Library, last Thursday, which included special guests: State Representative Alisha Thomas-Morgan; Miss Black Georgia, Erica-Christina Little (of Macon), Georgia; Karen Mason CEO of Red Clay Music, Radio personality, Educator and Author Rabiyah “Rah” Karim-Kincey and Author, Dr. Stephane Dunn of Morehouse College.  The lively affair included a presentation from Founder/Executive Director of Sisters of Today & Tomorrow Carla Morrison, along with a welcoming introduction from Francine Henderson, Administrator of Auburn Avenue Research Library and a compelling story from Courtney Britton, 16 yr old, 11^th grader at Campbell High School, who is a budding music journalist and the longest standing member of Sisters of Today & Tomorrow. “When I came to Sisters of Today & Tomorrow, I was a little shy. I was and still am talented, but needed that extra push. Since becoming a member, I’ve become the Managing Editor of my school newspaper, I’ve met some of Atlanta’s top journalist and I recently interviewed at CNN for a student internship all due to Miss Carla and Sisters of Today & Tomorrow.” 

 

Saturday evening, Sisters of Today& Tomorrow, in collaboration with Auburn Avenue Research Library, hosted an intimate program, book signing and conversation "Celebrating Women of Color... The Female Political Agenda", featuring State Representative Alisha Thomas-Morgan, who discussed her book “No Apologies: Powerful Lessons in Love, Life and Politics”. The State Rep talked about everything from her great relationship with her husband David Morgan to “broke activism” and “snatching the torch”, which are both the titles of chapters in her book. 

The program included remarks from Miss. Black Georgia’s Erica-Christina Little, from her platform “G.I.R.L. Promise”, with featured women in history highlights from Idalis Melancon (of Henry County), who highlighted Dorothy Height and Kristen Britton (of Cobb County) who focused on Shirley Chisholm. In addition to the highlight on Shirley Chisholm, the library showed a documentary on the political legend. And two musical performances was provided by Erica-Christina Little who sang “How Great Thy Art” and “I’m Every Woman”.  

This Saturday, March 12, 2011, 4pm-6pm, Sisters of Today & Tomorrow will host, Celebrating Women of Color… “Her Mic Sounds Nice: The Female Presence in Hip Hop Culture”, featuring Karen Mason, Rabiyah "Rah" Karim-Kincey and Dr. Stephane Dunn of Morehouse College, hosted by Courtney Britton, SOT Member (of Cobb County). The Women's History Month event will also showcase "Esoteric Lore" and "One Woman's Dream: The Unfolding Legacy of Evelyn J. Frazier" art exhibit(s), at the Auburn Avenue Research Library, 101 Auburn Avenue, downtown Atlanta, Georgia. The event is free and open to the public. (Donations are accepted for Sisters of Today & Tomorrow.) The program will be catered by Mr. Everything’s Café & Planet Wings & Things. For more information, call the AARL at (404) 730-4001, ext. 100.

Pictured:  Carla Morrison, Founder of Sisters of Today & Tomorrow & 

Erica-Christina Little, Miss Black Georgia