Crystal Floyd
Dark Nature: Eric Gillyard & Crystal Floyd @ CoRK Arts District
Dark Nature, a show featuring new works by artists Eric Gillyard and Crystal Floyd opens on June 9th, 2012 at CoRK Arts District. Check the blog for preview photos & progress shots from the artists’ studios!
*New Work at July Artwalk at Vault Gallery & Artspace!*
Vault Gallery + Artspace presents
"Tomorrow Is Now": Opening + Reception
Wednesda...y, July 6, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

VAULT kicks off a new era with our new exhibition "Tomorrow Is Now."

The group show, dedicated to the historic election of mayor-elect Alvin Brown and his inspiring and energizing dedication to a flourishing Downtown, "Tomorrow Is Now" features all new works from eight of Northeast Florida's up-and-coming vanguard of visual artists, and celebrates the resurgence of a vibrant and engaging creative community in Downtown.

"Tomorrow Is Now" presents the artists' enthusiasm about the more-promising-than-ever future of Jacksonville's urban core and a forward-moving vision of The arts in Northeast Florida.

We'll also be announcing the details of our newest regular event, the Vault Art Challenge at Vault Gallery + Artspace!

Join us at VAULT for an evening featuring some of Northeast Florida's most exciting emerging artists!
*Interview in Folio Weekly about the new studio!*
Keith Marks wrote this article, "Space Exploration" for Folio Weekly, which includes interviews with myself, Jim Draper and Dolf James about our involvement and studio spaces within the CoRK Arts District.
*Draper Studio Store now on Facebook!*
*Now at Tact Designs / Draper Studio Store!*
Located at 1508 King Street, Jacksonville, Florida, the studio and gallery of local artist Jim Draper is the new home of Tact Designs and Draper Studio Store, with work from Jim Draper, Crystal Floyd, Chad Coble, Tony Rodrigues, Clay Doran, new products from Tact and more!
*Imagination Squared - A Creative Response Experiment at MOCA!*
MOCA Jacksonville presents Imagination Squared opening September 1st during Artwalk. Artists Christina Foard and Dolf James initiated Imagination Squared: The Creative Response Experiment in order to showcase the importance of arts in education (and life) by giving a stage to the collective creative momentum happening in Jacksonville. Over that last few months they have built hundreds of gessoed boxes with the idea of trying to get one into the hands of every artist in the Jacksonville area and then creating a huge grid to hang in a public location. The result is a snapshot of Jacksonville’s imagination. MOCA Jacksonville is proud to host such an amazing response of over 900 local artists who have all contributed to this community art work.

Piece by Crystal Floyd contributed to Imagination Squared

Join us for the unveiling of this piece, meet the artists, and support your local art community!

333 North Laura Street
Jacksonville, FL, 32202 USA

Phone: (904) 366-6911
info[at]mocajacksonville.org
*Artist Interview in EU Jacksonville*
The lovely Shea Slemmer did an artist interview of me in the August 2010 issue of EU Jacksonville, which can be found here:

Interview in EU Jacksonville
*2010 Art Unleashed Art Auction to Benefit First Coast No More Homeless Pets*
Date: August 26, 2010

2010 Art Unleashed Art Auction to Benefit First Coast No More Homeless Pets

The River Club
One Independent Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
34th floor of the Modis Building in Downtown Jacksonville

Meet the Artists VIP Hour 6pm - 7pm
Main Event 7pm - 9:30pm

Jacksonville's most fabulous juried art show and silent auction. A night of fun featuring fine art by local and regional artists, a unique silent auction, fabulous food, cocktails, and live music! ART Unleashed has been an amazing event in which over $120,000 was raised for needy pets!

Stay updated through Art Unleashed Facebook!
*“Dish It Out” Plate Design Show*
The Gallery at the Art Institute of Jacksonville is showcasing Dish It Out, an exhibit of artist designed, one-of-a-kind dinnerware from July 29th – September 20th.

Opening reception will be held on July 29th, 5-7PM
*Silent Art Auction for National Audubon Society/Oil Spill Relief*
323 Modernism Will Be Hosting A Silent Art Auction for National Audubon Society/Oil Spill Relief

ART mediums and styles of all varieties will be available at all price points.
Proceeds go to the National Audubon Society.

323 Modernism features works by both local and famous artists.
Door Admission is $8, Free Admission to contributors/sponsors.

Come out and help support Audubon’s work protecting birds, other wildlife, and their habitats.

Local Contributing Artists/Organizations galore, come out for the fun and for a good cause!

323 Modernism
323 East Union St
Jacksonville, FL 32209

Contact:

Jeremiah Douglas at (904)654.6441
Email – artist13jax@gmail.com

Jason Gawronski at (904)716-7102

*The SMC Music Project*
Presented by Infintesmal Records and The City of Jacksonville

Downtown Landmark Plays Host to Local Musicians
read more here...

WHO:
Inspired by artist, Jim Draper, The Snyder Memorial Music Project is a collaboration between the City of Jacksonville and local music promoters, Infintesmal Records. The initiative is part of Mayor John Peyton’s effort to create new opportunities for artists in Downtown and to help drive Downtown revitalization. Opened as part of a demonstration program, Snyder Memorial is being programmed for live music on Friday nights throughout July.

WHAT:
Every Friday night in July, a DJ and three bands will perform at Snyder Memorial. The DJ begins at 8 p.m. followed by three live bands from 9 p.m. until midnight. Infintesmal Records will also feature the work of five, local, visual artists. Artists include: Crystal Floyd, David Miller, Ryan Strasser, Rebecca Rhyne, and Sean Madgett. An artistic lighting installation by Ian Chase will also be featured.

WHERE:
Snyder Memorial
Downtown Jacksonville
226 Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

WHEN:
Fridays in July (8 p.m. to midnight)

Friday, July 9, 2010
• Wudun
• Honey Chamber
• Friends

Friday, July 16, 2010
• Antarctic
• Borromakat vs. Bright Orange
• The Great Working

Friday, July 23, 2010
• After the Bomb, Baby!
• Kevin Lee Newberry
• Grabbag

Friday, July 30, 2010
• Digdog
• Tell Yer Children
• Spider + Octopus

COST:
Tickets $10 at the door

PARKING:
Metered parking in Downtown Jacksonville is free after 6 p.m. on weekdays.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
The general public can call 630-CITY or visit www.coj.net for more information.

*Ezra Marcos Shoot / Time Lapse Video*
Local photographer Ezra Marcos came by to hang out at the studio and shot some great pics, including a time lapse sewing video. Check out his work!

Link to Ezra's Blog