Abnormal Artbeats Vol. 1

Nerv Gallery announces grand re­opening of the remodeled gallery space with special exhibit event by artist Adu benefiting the Nancy J. Cochran Elementary School arts program and future art programs in the DFW area.

This event is open to the public and FREE. Adults, teens, and children are all welcome to come experience an art show like no other, complete with live music, food trucks, and live art workshops appropriate for all ages. The event also marks the grand re­opening of Nerv Gallery after an extensive remodeling of the space. Workshops will be facilitated by 8 artists, curated by Adu, named by Dallas Observer as one of the top 30 under 30 leaders of Dallas, who will also have a solo exhibit on display. A portion of the profits of sold works will be donated to Nancy J. Cochran Elementary School in Dallas, TX in support of their arts program. Come join Adu in improving test scores, attitudes, social skills, and creative thinking. Donations of art supplies are welcome and encouraged!

Cigars, Art, and Fatherhood

A few months back I featured J Taylor on the blog to get some insight behind the mind they makes some of the great work that he creates.  In the process we got a chance to know each other and our shared commonalities. We shared similar outlooks on life, the art scene in Dallas, and fatherhood.  This led to him speaking about "The Father Project", a series of work dedicated to men and their relationships with their children and fathers.  He interviewed several guys (myself included) to find the inspiration that would help him to create this particular series of work.  The open reception for The Father Project will take place on Fathers Day weekend, June 14, at the Janette Kennedy Gallery in Southside Lamar at 7pm.