Posts by jfire

What’s happening now…

Posted by jfire on Jul 26, 2014 in whats happening | 0 comments

Comida y Arte – April 25-27, 2013

Posted by jfire on Mar 24, 2013 in 2013, AFTA Exhibitions, Disaster Relief, Fundraising, Special Events & Community Outreach, Upcoming Events | Comments Off on Comida y Arte – April 25-27, 2013

Opening in the wake of April’s Pink Full Moon, Comida y Arte is an art + culinary experience designed to feed the senses. Works of art created by AFTA supporting artists complimenting the theme of Comida y Arte will be on display and for sale. Chef Sandra Cordero’s culinary delights will feature Cordero Negro sweets for the opening reception and a three course Spanish-themed meal centered on two types of paella during the restaurant pop-up. A portion of the proceeds from Comida y Arte will support ART from the ashes 2013 Programming.

Wellness Works – May 17th 2012

Posted by jfire on May 17, 2012 in 2012, AFTA Exhibitions, Wellness | Comments Off on Wellness Works – May 17th 2012

  Contributing AFTA Artists Featuring the work of: Paula Babakhanloo, Christopher Casanova, YaYa Chou, Lynn Coleman, Sergio Coronado, Shannon Curfman, Molly Enholm, Joy Feuer, Kathie Foley- Meyer, Chris Ghantous, Vince Gonzales, Donna Grillo, Minas Halaj, Kimberlynn Holm, Astrelle Johnquest, Lisa Occhipinti, Philip Lumbang III, Ceres Madoo, Heather Morrow, Robert Oblon, Rebecca Pollack, Nate Rosser, Gwen Samuels, Nina Savill, Karen Sikie, Sally Ann-Stahl, William Stranger, Lydia Tjioe Hall, Dana L. Walker, Christine Wilson, Mary Kay Wilson, Xenia Zampolli. Partners Los Angeles Trust for...

Texas Exhibition 2012

Posted by jfire on Mar 26, 2012 in 2012, AFTA Exhibitions, Art Programming, Disaster Relief, Texas | Comments Off on Texas Exhibition 2012

In September 2011, the most destructive in Texas history raged through Bastrop County, TX. The Bastrop County Complex Fire destroyed 1,667 homes, destroyed 33,033 acres and claimed two lives. Known as the Lost Pines Region, this blaze devastated the population of its signature Loblolly pine and further compromised the habitat of the endangered Houston Toad.

Artists Unite For Japan 2011

Posted by jfire on Feb 12, 2011 in 2011, AFTA Exhibitions, Fundraising, Special Events & Community Outreach | Comments Off on Artists Unite For Japan 2011

On March 11th one of the worst earthquakes in history struck northeastern Japan and triggered a series of tragic events. The number of people killed and still missing is unconscionable. The level of destruction will take billions of dollars and many years to rebuild. The need for support and resource remains immense as communities strive to recover from this disaster.