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Arts & Entertainment: Philadelphia Artist Gains Recognition for Skeleton Crochet Work

April 10, 2017 Brian Tom 0

Those close to Philadelphia artist Caitlin McCormack describe her as humble, kind-hearted and talented. Though she views her self as “not good enough” and a “burden,” her peers strongly disagree. “She’s just such an incredible artist,” said [continue reading…]

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Arts & Entertainment: Ameerah Khabir Presents Urban Film Art Show

March 10, 2015 0

The work of Philadelphia painter Ameerah Khabir is both new and unexpected, with each piece containing messages within. Her latest solo art exhibit showcased paintings that incorporated the central theme of iconic 1997 film Love Jones. The film, by Theodore Witcher, presented [continue reading…]

Mantua

Mantua: Residents Seek Stronger Communication with City Hall

March 4, 2015 0

Redevelopment, providing accessible fresh food and strengthening communication between politicians and their constituents are all priorities that Mantuans are talking about in regards to the upcoming mayoral election. “I think we had a lot of [continue reading…]

Chinatown

Loft District: Creating Green Space on The Old Rail Line.

October 24, 2014 0

Sarah McEneaney is a painter in the Loft District who began the Reading Viaduct Project in 2003 along with John Struble, a woodworker who also lives in the neighborhood. The project merged with Friends of [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Kensington: Artist Returns to Painting After Spiritual Encounter

June 11, 2014 1

For the first time since 1988, after an unfulfilling connection to his work and surprising request from Jesus Christ, professional fine artist Victor Atkins is painting again. After immediately starting his career at The School [continue reading…]

Crime

Mantua: Nothing but Empty Promises?

May 13, 2014 2

Despite all of the talk about Mantua’s designation as a federal Promise Zone, one of the main facets missing currently are plans and progress. Katherine Loxley, one of the remaining residents living on the property [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Pennsport: Making Art In South Philadelphia

April 24, 2014 0

There’s a lot going on inside Hector Mendoza’s head. But you might not realize exactly what’s happening in there if you’ve only ever seen him behind the counter of Second Street Brew House. Mendoza is [continue reading…]

Brian Potash, 39, is the owner of Devilfish Ink and has been in business for 17 years.
Arts and Entertainment

East Kensington: Five Artists to Know

February 26, 2014 0

No matter what point they’ve reached in their careers so far, artists across the disciplines are flocking to East Kensington, where a sense of art and community is becoming more and more established. 1. Brian [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

South Kensington: 3rd Ward Showcases Work of Marcella Marsella

July 3, 2013 0

[vimeo 69430787] “Where were you when Michael Jackson died?” artist Marcella Marsella said as she started her presentation of art work. While a few people remembered their location, others remained silent. Marsella began her slideshow with [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Al Día: Chilean Artist Creates Art in Philadelphia

April 16, 2013 0

[vimeo 64066183] Jacqueline Unanue is a Chilean artist who creates art influenced by her ancestors, research and exploration that she has gathered throughout the years. Unanue was born in Chile and recently became a nationalized citizen [continue reading…]

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