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The Uptown Arts Stroll Open Studios Takes Place This Sunday

Open Studios On Sunday 10 June, 1–6 p.m., artists throughout Northern Manhattan will open their studios to the community for an intimate glimpse into their creative process. Be sure to check out local businesses, events, and happenings along the…

Zahaira Curiel and Liza Politi of Statement Arts

indiegogo Spotlight: Statement Arts’ Summer Youth Program

This summer Statement Arts is teaming up with the legendary Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center to provide a free summer music and theater program for 50 underserved New York City kids! The Need: Many…

2012 Uptown Arts Stroll

The 2012 Uptown Arts Stroll Kick-Off – The Recap

BY Led Black (@Led_Black) Photography by Paul Lomax (@PaulLomaxPhoto) The Uptown Renaissance is in full of effect. I had the absolute honor to be in attendance for the kick-off gala for the 2012 Uptown Arts Stroll held at the…

Kickstarter Spotlight: Faces of Hope Update

The photographic exhibit Faces of Hope is a series of stark and searing portraits of people that have survived and eventually thrived over tragic circumstances. The man behind the lens is none other than the super talented Jay Franco.…