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Featured Artist of the Month, October 2011 - "Dianne K. Webb"

VOX is proud to introduce Artist of the Month, October 2011 - "Dianne K. Webb"

As an artist, I am preoccupied with the experience of self-awareness, of awakening new ideas and thoughts within the psyche, of visually bringing to the surface that which we often do not see or consider.

I believe that art is a dance, a communication between artist and viewer...a statement laid bare until picked up and incorporated into a new narrative. As I work, I want to find myself exploring new perspectives—I want to feel uneasy, jarred, contemplative, or reflective as images, colors, textures clash or meld. I am fascinated by the moment of “ah ha!” Of “really?”

Technically, I paint in oils or ink on canvas, applying pigments with brushes and palette knife, sometimes using rice paper or gesso, plaster, modeling compound, or found objects to build texture or depth. Colors are mixed on a palette or directly onto the piece. I work from the mind’s eye to the canvas—each piece wholly constructed there—at times I work furiously with a clear intention, at other times I move slowly into the piece with a vague idea—working what is known, backing off and studying it, then continuing At present I am experimenting with three dimensional surfaces that can be hung on a wall as a base for paintings, palate knife work, and mixed media pieces.

Check out Dianne Webb's Gallery


Upcoming Show :

2011 Annual Art on the Avenue

• Winter Street Studios
• Preview Night: November 10th, 2011
• Auction and Party: Saturday, November 12th, 2011
• http://avenuecdc.org/art-on-the-avenue

Artcrawl Houston 2011

• Erie City Iron Works Building on Nance
• November 19th
• http://www.artcrawlhouston.com

More info about Dianne Webb at
www.diannekwebb.com
Spacetaker Page
Twitter

"Pack and Deliver" Film Screening + Talk-Back (FREE)

In support of Houston's Trafficking Awareness Month, join Vox for a film screening + talk-back with researcher/film-maker, Erica Fletcher.

Time: Saturday, September 24 · 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Vox Culture Warehouse
RSVP on Facebook: click

A city of transportation, Houston has been called an international hub of sex trafficking. From its airports, highway systems, and cargo ports, the city has seen an influx of international and domestic traffickers who smuggle in people to be sold as slaves in the labor and sex industries. In light of recent legislation defining this issue and providing federal funding to survivors of trafficking, this film explores the roles and collaborative practices of social service agencies in Houston aiding these individuals. 

As Vox continues to build a culture of advocacy, our hope is to draw Creatives and our community into a deeper awareness and understanding of the issues around us and work together to be a voice for those unheard. The talk-back is designed to help Creatives explore how we can use our art to inspire others for the cause.

Erica's Blog: http://ericafletcher.weebly.com/blog.html

Featured Artist of the Month, August 2011 - "Anne Jensen"

"You should keep on painting no matter how difficult it is, because this is all part of experience, and the more experience you have, the better it is... Unless it kills you, and then you know you have gone too far." - Alice Neel

Houston artist Anne Jensen paints in acrylic and mixed media. Her works are inspired by old photos, childhood memories and nature. "I try to collect colors and memories," she says.

Jensen's career in art began after she retired as a kindergarten teacher in 2001. She was an avid weaver, but after her first painting class, she sold her looms and weaving books and says she has not missed it for a second.

Since then, Jensen studied at Bryggen Art School, a private art academy in Norway, and took private lessons with Norwegian artist Gerd Frantzsen. In 2006, she moved from her childhood home in Norway to Houston where she continues to paint and study art. Jensen has also exhibited her paintings in the Visual Arts Alliance member show in 2009 and at Betz Gallery in 2010. She has also showcased her works at the Watson Gallery, Innerart Corridor and Vox Culture Speak Hope Mixer in 2011.

Check out Anne Jensen's Gallery


Upcoming Show :

Winter Street/Spring Street Annual Artist Exhibition

• Reception:        Saturday, October 1st, 5-9PM
• Open Studios:   Sunday, October 2nd, 1-5PM

19th Annual Houston Art Crawl

• Erie City Iron Works Building
• 1302 Nance Street, Houston, TX
• Saturday, November 19th, 10AM-9PM

More info about Anne Jensen at
www.annejensenart.com
Spacetaker Page
Spring Street Studios - Second Saturdays Open Studios

Speak Hope Mixer Photos

Thank you everyone for attending the Speak Hope Mixer this weekend! Abstract art, powerful poetry and sweet treats! New friendships were formed as folks shared what they care about ______. 

These are some of the responses of what our Vox community cares about: people, hip-hop, clean water, family, art, growth, life, fair-trade, the hungry, children, music, education, injustice, love.

Photo booth pictures can be found HERE.

Stay tuned for our first Vox Imprint coming up on Saturday, July 16th @ 2-5PM. It's going to be Mosaic Madness! Calling all unwanted plates, dishes, cups, etc.

As always, we welcome your feedback on our events and want to know what you'd to see in the future. Visit our contact page and leave a comment! Thanks :)