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"I cannot recuse myself from the exhibition."

- Nathan Skiles, Art Center Sarasota
 

[Gallery]  Curation Begets Creation at Art Center Sarasota
Philip Lederer, Phil.Lederer@srqme.com

Opening last week, three new exhibits at Art Center Sarasota invite audiences into the galleries for three wildly different experiences. Explore the mammoth installation art of visiting artist Abhidnya Ghuge, which dominates the entirety of Gallery 3 with one continuous piece, and dive into the world of figurative art in Gallery 2’s Intimate Observation: Looking Past the Future, but don’t leave without stopping by Gallery 1, where the latest exhibit from Art Center Sarasota curator Nathan Skiles offers a look into ephemeral landscapes and possibly a glimpse at the inner workings of the curator himself.

Entitled Last Stop Before Utopia: The Liminal and Ephemeral Landscape, all of the works selected come from Skiles’ own personal collection, giving the exhibit something of a voyeuristic feel. Eschewing traditional landscapes, each of the pieces tackles what Skiles calls temporal spaces—ephemeral landscapes determined by more than geography. A piece by former Ringling College student Miles Goscha, which appears almost indeterminate, Skiles reveals to be created by taking images from ISIS beheadings and removing all of the horrific aspects. What’s left is nearly indistinguishable. “This is really phenomenal work,” says Skiles. “Something’s haunting about the image because it seems to lack a subject, and it’s that lacking which is the subject.” A photograph by Andrew Atkinson, taken in the middle of a snowstorm in Iceland, captures a more pleasant version of a temporal space, as the sky and land merge into one fantastical question.

But Skiles’ arrangement blurs the lines between curation and creation. Featuring the work of 17 artists, all are displayed on the single far wall of Gallery 1, almost challenging the viewer to enter the space. But in a departure from traditional curation, wherein each piece is given room to breathe and stand on its own, Last Stop presents all 20 pieces at once, as something more akin to the curator’s collage. “I cannot recuse myself from the exhibition,” admits Skiles. “But the jury’s still out whether or not it’s revealed much about me.”

Curated by Art Center Sarasota Curator Dustin Juengel, Intimate Observation: Looking Past the Future highlights the figurative work of five separate artists in Gallery 2. Featuring drawing and painting, the exhibit demonstrates differing modes and manners for capturing the figure, allowing each to stand by itself but also work in conversation. From illustrative to photorealism, large-scale to small-scale, Intimate Observation brings technique to the forefront.

Slow Turbulence, Ghuge’s site-specific installation in Gallery 3, presents as a massive pinkish-purplish form wending around the space, seemingly growing out of the room like some great organic protuberance. The result of a chicken-wire frame and 6,195 paper plates, Ghuge builds the frame and carves a wood block to print her henna-inspired designs on each dyed plate, but from there it becomes a community effort, with volunteers helping to fold and attach the plates to the frame. Art Center Sarasota saw 13 volunteer installation assistants come out for 12-hour days to put the whole thing together.

All shows run through Dec. 1 at Art Center Sarasota. 

Pictured: "Last Stop Before Utopia," curated by Nathan Skiles. Photo by Phil Lederer.

[SRQ Story Project Partner Spotlight ]  United Way Reading Room Opens at La Mirada in Manatee

The READ UNITED Reading Room opened June 19 at La Mirada Apartments in Manatee County. Staffed for the summer with teachers and teachers’ aides (thanks to an investment by the Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading partners) and equipped with books, audio books and Launch Pads loaded with literacy games, the room brings learning opportunities to those who need them most. The 150 children living at La Mirada don’t typically have access to summer learning activities so the room stayed open from 9am-1pm this summer, helping children avoid summer learning loss.

Just a few months ago, the community room at La Mirada was not a place anyone would want to spend time. The room was home to a mop bucket and a rolled-up carpet. But, thanks to the vision of United Way, along with support from the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, Manatee County Public Libraries, Manatee County Public Schools, local businesses, and a lot of hard work by dedicated volunteers the room has been transformed into a bright, cheery place for kids to improve their reading skills or be exposed to reading for the first time. 

Early literacy is a key pillar in United Way Suncoast’s mission to break the cycle of generational poverty. We know that children who aren’t reading at grade level by 3rd grade are 4 times more likely to drop out of high school, so we seek every opportunity to prepare our youngest residents for future success.

For more information, or to join the fight for the people in our community, contact unitedway@uwsuncoast.org or call the United Way Suncoast office nearest you. 

Manatee Area | 941.748.1313            

Sarasota Area | 941.366.2686           

Tampa Bay Area | 813.274.0900 

United Way Suncoast

[Recognition]  Doctors Hospital Earns CAP Accreditation

The laboratory at Doctors Hospital of Sarasota has just earned accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP). The results came after a rigorous on-site inspection. The accreditation process is designed to ensure the highest standard of care for all patients. During the accreditation, process inspectors examine the lab’s records and quality control procedures for the preceding two years. CAP inspectors also examine the laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety program and overall management. According to CAP, the federal government recognizes the CAP Laboratory Accreditation Program as being equal to or even more stringent than the government’s own inspection program. 

Doctors Hospital of Sarasota

[Exec Moves]  Pines of Sarasota Welcomes Stewart as Medical Director

Pines of Sarasota Rehabilitation and Senior Care Community has welcomed Dr. Charles Stewart to serve as the Medical Director of Rehabilitative Services Programs. Stewart’s focus in his practice is performing complex reconstruction using state-of-the-art procedures to maximize short and long-term function. Stewart received his Doctor of Medicine degree from The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is a board-certified, Johns Hopkins fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He participated in Project Medishare, an effort to determine the orthopedic needs of the people of Haiti and in Operation Walk, a surgical team performing joint surgeries for patients who typically had no access to surgical services. Stewart has medical appointments and admitting privileges at Sarasota Memorial Doctors Hospital of Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, Intercoastal Medical Group Ambulatory Surgical Center Advanced Surgery Center and Doctor’s SameDay Surgical Center. 

Pines of Sarasota

[Exec Moves]  Blalock Walters Welcomes DeMeuse

The law firm of Blalock Walters has welcomed attorney Gregory S. DeMeuse to its firm. DeMeuse focuses his practice in real estate, land use and local government law. His real estate practice focuses on commercial and residential transactions, commercial leasing and residential real estate. In the areas of local government and land use law, DeMeuse serves as counsel to a wide variety of local government entities, including municipal, school district, community development district and interlocal government. He also represents private clients in all aspects of the permitting and development process. DeMeuse received his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law. 

Blalock Walters



[Best Of SRQ Local]  Cast Your Vote For Best Local Tacos!

There is no “we” in tacos. No, really! The title of Best Local Tacos is one we take very seriously here at SRQ Magazine so we are on the search for best tacos in town. Weigh in below and live everyday like it’s Taco Tuesday! 

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[TODAY]  PERFORMANCE: White Rabbit Red Rabbit , October 25 – November 5

The play you are about to see is sealed inside an envelope. One actor will perform it, but they’ve never seen the script and never rehearsed it. In fact, there is a new actor every performance. There is no director. Slyly humorous and audaciously pointed, this theater-entertainment-meets-social-experiment is unlike anything you’ve experienced. In collaboration with Ringling International Arts Festival, this special event will play just 10 performances at Urbanite Theatre, with 10 different actors. We dare you not to Google for more. For more information please visit www.urbanitetheatre.com for show times and tickets. 

Urbanite Theatre , 1487 Second Street, Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: A Little Night Music , October 26 – November 12, 8pm

Get whisked away by romantic nineteenth century waltz from Stephen Sondheim. His music is sure to transport listeners to a weekend in the country. Tickets are $27, $30 or $37, depending on seating.

Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 Third Ave. W., Bradenton

[SOON]  MUSIC: Charles Wesley Godwin , October 26, 8pm

A singer and songwriter born and raised in West Virginia, Charles' music has been shaped by his experiences growing up. His songs and stories, which center around his childhood spent in Appalachia, have captivated audiences with their one-of-a-kind sound.

Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: The Rocky Horror Show , October 27 – October 31, Friday 8pm and midnight, Saturday 8pm and midnight, Tuesday 8pm

Get in the mood for Halloween with The Rocky Horror Show. Follow the story of newlyweds Brad and Janet as they seek shelter at a mysterious castle and meet the esoteric host Dr. Frank 'N' Furter and his creation Rocky. Catch the cult-classic musical and join in on the fun as an audience participant.

Venice Theatre, 140 West Tampa Ave., Venice

[SOON]  MUSIC: Driftwood , October 27, 8pm

Creating a name for themselves with electric performances, Driftwood has been a notable group to have come out of Binghamton, New York. Their musical palette is broad, with origins in the Americana and Roots scenes. 

Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Buddy Returns , October 29 – October 30, Sunday 8pm, Monday 3pm and 8pm

See Matt McClure come to life as Buddy Holly on stage, with. Watch him perform classic songs live in concert complete with Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper. This high energy event is complemented by an engaging performance and a stellar cast. Tickets are $30.

Venice Theatre, 140 West Tampa Ave., Venice

[SOON]  MUSIC: Dan Bern , November 1

A singer, songwriter, guitarist, novelist and painter, Dan Bern is a jack of all trades. Most notable of all is his penchant for composing, having written over one thousand songs. His albums contain songs with influences from well-known artists including Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Bruce Sprinteen and Elvis Costello. 

Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Moon Over Buffalo , November 2 – November 19

In the madcap comedy tradition of Lend Me A Tenor, this theatrical farce centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950s.  On the brink of a disastrous split-up caused by George’s dalliance with a young ingénue, the nearly washed-up stage duo receive word that they might just have one last shot at stardom!

The Players Theatre, 838 N Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Flaming Guns of The Purple Sage , November 2 – November 19, Tuesday to Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2pm

Jane Martin's bodacious and satirical play combines humor with horror. A rodeo competitor is facing hard financial times on her ranch where she helps injured cowboys. Find out what happens when she comes face to face with the one-eyed Black Dog, a Ukrainian biker. Tickets are $27 for adults, $17 for college students and $15 for children.

Venice Theatre, 140 West Tampa Ave., Venice

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Flip Flops & Fashion , November 2, 11:00AM

Get ready for an easy breezy afternoon with your toes in the sand Children First’s 10th Annual Flip Flops and Fashion Luncheon. Guests will gather together at Sharky’s on the Pier under a tent on the beach to enjoy dazzling views of the Gulf and tropical fare, while supporting at-risk children and families in our community. See fashionable finds from L. Boutique, Scout & Molly's and Sun Bug modeled by Children First supporters adorable children as well. There will be a chance drawing, an opportunity to purchase orchids and many other ways to support Children First.

Sharky's on the Pier , 1600 Harbor Drive South Venice, FL 34285

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: La traviata , November 3 – November 21

Violetta, a famed Parisian courtesan, has lived a life of lavish parties with influential friends. She abandons it all to be with her beloved Alfredo, but when her past threatens his family’s honor, she must forsake her dream of love.
Verdi’s awe-inspiring music combined with a heart-breaking libretto has made La traviata one of the repertoire cornerstones of opera companies around the world.

Sarasota Opera , 61 N Pineapple Ave. Sarasota

[SOON]  GALLERY: Fall Wonders , November 3, 6pm to 9pm

Fall into the new season with this gallery featuring the work of many local artists. This display will celebrate the seasons arrival with special work from individuals including Barbara Krupp, James Griffin and Bill Farnsworth. The exhibit will run through November 30. 

Dabbert Gallery, 46 South Palm Ave., Sarasota

[SOON]  GALLERY: Zimoun , November 3 – December 22, Opening Reception: Nov. 3, 5:30–8pm

The inaugural show of Alfstad&’s fifth season, the eponymously-titled exhibit features a site-specific installation, as well as two prints created by the internationally acclaimed Swiss artist. With simple and functional components, Zimoun builds architectural platforms of sound. His installations use commonplace industrial objects to explore mechanical rhythm and flow in prepared systems. The show also inaugurates Alfstad&’s new, totally reimagined artspace with an opening reception.

Alfstad& Contemporary, 1419 5th St., Sarasota

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