ARTSmemphis

This week's board meeting was such an exciting opportunity to celebrate our 62nd anniversary at Contemporary Arts Memphis, where we heard from Brittney Boyd Bullock and Derek Patterson about their programs.

“I'm excited to see a lot of experimentation in the arts in Memphis, and such a rich variety of subject matter, material, and methods, but I am especially interested in the art that feels sensitive and intuitive.” – Lacy Mitcham, Public Programs Coordinator, Dixon Gallery & Gardens Discover Lacy's curated weekend guide or create your own with the ARTSmemphis community calendar. Women In The Arts I Dixon Gallery and Gardens I March 8 42nd Juried Student Exhibition I AMUM (Art Museum of the University of Memphis) I On View Thru March 21 Johnathan Payne: Regenesis I Clough Hanson Gallery I On View Thru March 27 Sisters of the Brush and a Brother Paint Their Dreams Exhibition I Memphis Botanic Garden I On View Thru March 31 Who Is That Artist? Jordan Miernik-Walker I Dixon Gallery and Gardens I On View Thru April 6

We enjoyed watching ARTSmemphis board member and Artist Advisory Committee Chair Carl E. Moore on WREG Live at 9 today:

Did you know that our nonprofit arts sector generates $38 million in annual tax revenue and supports 3,775 jobs in Shelby County? We are proud to join our grantee organizations across our community for Tennessee Arts Advocacy Day this Thursday, March 6, as we gather virtually to amplify our voices and share with our state legislators why continued support of the arts is critical.

“I don’t think that Memphians recognize the vastness of how the commerce around music reaches them on a personal scale," said DeMarcus Akeem Suggs, the director of the City of Memphis Office of Creative and Cultural Economy. "If we continue to invest in the infrastructure of music, whether that’s creation all the way to dissemination of the music, we will see artists stay here."

“One of the greatest joys of living in Memphis is the accessibility to our vibrant arts community. You don’t have to go far to see creativity and new ideas being brought to life. I encourage you to connect with one of our local arts organizations, attend art gallery openings and don’t miss an opportunity to get to know a local artist. Show up and dig in and be a part of what makes our city so interesting!” – Lucia Heros, Community Volunteer Discover events curated by Lucia below, or create your own using the ARTSmemphis community calendar. Relaxing Evening of Poetry and Latin Jazz I Harriet Performing Arts Center I Feb 28 Super Saturday - Colorful Abstractions I Memphis Brooks Museum of Art I March 1 Chris Antemann: An Occasional Craving I Dixon Gallery & Gardens I Thru Thru April 6 Trolls: Save the Humans Tram Tours I Memphis Botanic Gardens I Thru May 21

Did you know that, when you purchase a Tennesseans for the Arts specialty plate, your $35 fee supports the Tennessee Arts Commission and our arts sector? Get yours today through our website. ?? Erin Harmon for Memphis International Airport

"Art is culture. And culture is the expression of the people. The art and culture from Memphis has influenced and inspired the world several times over. From the ‘I am a Man’ sign to the sounds of Stax Records. From the swag and artistry of Jookin' to the unique production and storytelling of the music that influences it. Art and culture are the city's most precious exports, aside from the people themselves. And supporting the art of Memphis is what it means to truly embrace your inner Memphis." – Eso Tolson, Artist, Consultant, and Co-founder of 5ifth Floor See Eso's weekend guide picks below, or curate your own with the ARTSmemphis community calendar: Ballet Memphis Presents Winter Mix I Playhouse on the Square I Feb 21-23 Stax Music Academy Celebrates 25th Anniversary I The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts I Feb 21 Brunch and Brushes I UrbanArt Commission I Feb 22 Black History Symposium Series I Hattiloo Theatre I Feb 22 All Men Sing: An American Voice I First Baptist Church Memphis I Feb 22

“I’m excited how the creative community in Memphis is in a true place of growth and healing. I’m happy to witness and welcome new forms of collaboration in a variety of creative fields. There are an immense amount of gifted Memphians here and it’s never too late to inspire and invest in the arts scene.” – Jamond Bullock, Owner & Curator ofArtifacts Gallery and Founder of Alivepaint Plan your weekend with Jamond's curated weekend guide or create your own with the ARTSmemphis community calendar: Iris Collective LOVE NOTES Lunchbreak Concert I Germantown Community Theatre I Feb 14 VALENTINES DAY WITH KORTLAND WHALUM I Scheidt Performing Arts CenterI Feb 14 Drawing with teaching artist with Marcus Watson I Contemporary Arts Memphis I Feb 15 Artifacts Gallery : BACKBONE I Artifacts Art Gallery I Feb 15 POMPEII: The Exhibition I Graceland Exhibition Center I Thru April 13

Celebrate all that this month’s calendar conjures, from Black History Month to Valentine’s Day. Read more on Memphis Magazine, and explore your nearest and newest local arts experiences on our calendar! https://bit.ly/3WOZjNl