"Meet the Artist" series at DCOTA

Cool off from the summer heat and engage your creative spirit with a refreshing and informative visit to Decorative Crafts' “Meet the Artist” series at the DCOTA.

June 21, 2012, 1:00-3:00 PM
“The Power of Artwork: Feng Shui Your Walls” with Michelle Luongo
Michelle is the director of the East Coast Academy of Feng Shui that offers continuing education courses to both Architects and Interior Designers. Meet the Artist, Rachel J. Henriques. Rachel is a Jamaican-born painter who lives and works in Fort Lauderdale Florida. Her work consists primarily of large scale abstract oil paintings and drawings.

June 28, 2012, 1:00-3:00 PM
Meet the Artist, Oscar Acosta, “Venetian Masks”
“Venetian Masks” have the aura of mystery, magic, something kind of romantic and lustful all at the same time. They are very much how people see themselves, beautiful mysterious and seductive. It is intriguing and inspiring to me.”

July 12, 2012, 1:00-3:00 PM
“Creating Abundance” with Michelle Luongo
DCOTA and Decorative Crafts will kick off International Market 2012 with Michelle Luongo, Certified Feng Shui Consultant, bringing the ancient art and philosophy of Feng Shui to the Design Center. Michelle will discuss “Creating Abundance” the powerful effect our surroundings have on our ability to attract and create abundance in our lives. Michelle is the director of the East Coast Academy of Feng Shui that offers continuing education courses to both Architects and Interiors Designers. Creating Abundance with Feng Shui 1 CEU CREDIT

July 19, 2012, 1:00-3:00 PM
Meet the Artist, Oscar Acosta, “Beaches” Landscape
Oscar joins us once again to share his creative talent bringing tranquility and harmony through his beach scapes.

July 26, 2012, 1:00-3:00 PM
Meet the Artist, Cesar Barroso
Artist Cesar Barroso Shares His Candid View of His World as a Photojournalist. Cesar studied at University of Massachusetts Amherst, Cesar is a journalist and photojournalist who reports both in Portuguese and English.

August 2, 2012, 1:00-3:00
Meet the Artist, Derek Wilson, “Harriet’s Secret..a son pays tribute Collection”
Artist Derek Wilson has been working in South Florida since graduating from F.I.U. where he earned his bachelors in Fine Art Sculpture. He is most proud of the artwork he executed for organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Stand Up For Kids, Junto’s, Easter Seals and most recently, the March of Dimes.

August 9, 2012, 1:00-3:00 PM
Meet the Artists, JK McCrea and Myra Wexler
JK McCrea – Photography, Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, JK McCrea is a product of Midwest skepticism tempered by an offbeat viewpoint of popular culture. McCrea holds degrees in Journalism and Photography as well as an eclectic background in newspaper, NYC ad agencies, and the arts. Her photos reflect the oddities of life – its humor, moving or subtly bizarre moments. Real life is its own surrealism and one should enjoy the ride. JK is a resident of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
Myra Wexler -The Iconic Miami Artist WHO’s Artwork finds its home in the Wynwood District. (She's pictured at the top of the heap in the image above!) Myra will share her passion bringing fun and excitement in discussion of her ART! YO. YO. YO. Come SHOW the LOVE and visit YO MOMMA!