ART & SOUL: Hamptons is a weekend festival designed to highlight, showcase, and celebrate art created by influential and emerging Black and Brown artists living within the Hampton community, and beyond. The series of experimental events will encourage people to visit Southampton to support, engage, and connect with artists of color, as well as supporting art and cultural organizations who are passionate about diversity in the arts.Â
The weekend will consist of art exhibits, artist meet and greets, live music and entertainment, culinary experience, sipping experience, beauty and wellness lounges, soulful cuisine, art walk, film screening, celebrating Black hair, supporting local Black-owned businesses, and learning about the Native American Shinnecock tribe.
Ticket includes Private Art Tour on Shinnecock Indian Reservation, Art Walk,
VIP Brunch w/Champagne Tasting and Gift Bag, Art Exhibit, Artist Meet & Greet, Caribbean Soul Food, Spirits Tasting, Film Screening, Black Hair Celebration, Live Caribbean Band, Live African Band, Special Performance, and After Party w/DJ set
This project serves as a communal art space based on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation. The family house features a residency program for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), art studio, library, along with hosting an array of art and history-based programs for tribe members and the broader local community.
www.mashouse.studio
NYABJ is the Greater NY chapter of National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), the world’s largest organization for journalists of color. Membership includes reporters, editors, writers, broadcast news professionals, digital media producers, TV producers, photographers, videographers, and more.
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An apathetic poet fixated on his writer's block is dragged out on an eventful blind date, which is highlighted by a surprise run in with the love of his life.
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Director:Â Tristan Mack Wilds
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Writers:Â Greg Cally, Nicholas Gray, Tristan Mack Wilds
Production Companies: Redhouse Visuals and The Ninety-Five Percent
Instagram: @WouldntMeanNuthin
Come with DJ CJ on a journey into sound. Creatively mixing her worlds from Chicago to New York and travels around the globe, she brings vibes spanning genres and generations. CJ is a music and arts industry veteran fiercely serving culture as a multiplatform creative producer and party rocker.
Friday, July 19, 2024 from 10:00pm - 11:30pm
The festival will conclude with DJ Infmatick, born and raised on Long Island. He will be throwing it down and bringing his original mixes, beats, and sound and have you dancing into the night. He has mixed DJ sets for Beats, Rhymes and Life Radio on 99.3 FM and is a sought-after drummer.
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Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 10:00pm - 11:30pm
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 The American Heart Association will be on-site during ART & SOUL: Hamptons weekend to encourage good habits for a healthy heart and future. They will be hosting a Wellness Suite offering heart health and self-care tips, and a CPR demonstration.
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The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. They are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, they fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The American Heart Association has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century.
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Artist, graphic designer, creative director and entrepreneur best known for designing classic and iconic film posters elevating and celebrating Black culture that include The Color Purple, New Jack City, Love & Basketball, The Best Man, as well as the legendary Spike Lee films Do The Right Thing, School Daze, Jungle Fever, Mo' Betta Blues, and Malcolm X, among many others.
A multi-faceted artist who believes in using materials that might otherwise be tossed away. Each of his clocks, each one unique, is made from reclaimed wood. Each design showcases his originality, style and passion for woodwork. Whether painted in a color or stained in various finishes, these clocks make unique and practical works or art.
A visual artist driven to paint at early age. He discovered French visual artist Henri Matisse and was awe-struck, as the use of colors reminded him of his Trinidadian home. Greatly influenced by renowned photographer James Van Der Zee. Alvin was commissioned to create art for notable films Why Do Fools Fall In Love, The Gail Devers Story, The Best Man Holiday and The Best Man: Final Chapters.
Inspired by the C.R.O.W.N Act which stands for “Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair, CROWN tells the story of an aspiring young Ballet dancer trying to tame her hair into submission as she embarks on the most important audition of her life. CROWN is a coming of age story for all ages to enjoy. It is an ode to black hair and black girls who do ballet. With an all Black cast and original music by Agyakomah, this short film celebrates Black Hair, Black Dance and Black Excellence.
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Co-written and co-directed by Love Nafi and Karisma Jay
Instagram: @crownthefilm
True to her name, Brooklyn-native, Karisma Jay, MFA is the epitome of Multi-Hyphenate. As an award-winning Dancer, Actress, Singer, Director, Playwright, Choreographer, Wellness Coach, Teacher, Entrepreneur and Host, she has performed/toured with prestigious dance companies and has been featured on Broadway, The New York Times, Dance Teacher Magazine, Ebony, MadameNoire, The Daily News, PIX11 News, Netflix, Lifetime, BET, MTV, NBC, and VH1.Â
IIn May 2023, she premiered CROWN, a short film she co-directed and co-wrote, in celebration of black hair, black dance and black love. With a mission to lead by example, she helps everyone who crosses paths with her to flourish AbunDantly.
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Instagram: @iamkarismajay @abundancebk
Hailing from Jamaica and now a prominent figure in the vibrant New York music scene, Keisha Martin stands as a beacon of talent and creativity in the music industry. Her journey began in church choirs, where her natural gift for music first blossomed. Since then, Keisha has graced stages at prestigious venues worldwide, captivating audiences with her soulful R&B tones and electrifying performances.
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As the leader of The Jamrock Soul X-perience band, Keisha curates a musical journey that seamlessly blends reggae, R&B, and soul. The band comprises of Gary Higgins (music director and keyboardist), Oniel McDonald (Drummer), and Rushane Oldacre (Bassist). Together, they create a musical experience that transcends boundaries and resonates.
The dynamic team from
New England Sweetwater are thrilled to present a sipping experience with their full-flavored artisan liquors and handcrafted cocktails for the ART & SOUL: Hamptons community
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Chat it up with co-owner Alisa Lawrence, while you explore their sip-able award-winning spirits
Alisa will be on-hand to talk about the brand's history, art of spirit making, photo opportunities, and answer your questions
This project is led by Indigenous artist Jeremy Dennis and serves as a communal art space based on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation. The family house features a residency program for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), art studio, library, along with hosting an array of art and history-based programs for tribe members and the broader local community.
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ABOUTÂ JEREMY DENNIS:
An award-winning contemporary fine art photographer who creates large-scale staged photographs that deal with conflicts and situations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals. In his work, he explores indigenous identity, assimilation. He is an enrolled tribal member of the Shinnecock Indian Nation in Southampton, New York.
DAY 2 (Part 2) - Saturday, July 20, 2024 - Southampton African American Museum located at 245 North Sea Road, Southampton, NY 11968
Film Screening of 'CROWN', a short film that celebrates Black Hair, Black Dance and Black Excellence. Followed by a conversation with co-writer/co-director Karisma Jay, ballerina Audrey Marinda Borst, and haircare specialist Zakkiyah Pasley.
This panel discussion is powered by Ziggy Inspired, a haircare brand catering to curly and coarse hair
HIDDEN GEM
Located in the village of Southampton, Hidden Gem is a beautifully curated home design and gift store, originally opening in the Summer of 2019 for a successful first season. They feature products individually made by local artisans as well as handmade products from around the world. Owners Tanya Willock and Temidra Willock-Morsch were both born and raised in the Hamptons, and their own creative work—from photography to fine arts to fashion and textile designs—has been shown in a number of Hamptons venues to date. Along with showcasing their own originally designed products, their goal is to create a space where up and coming artists can share their work and culture with the Hamptons.
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With inspirations drawn from the shores of Antigua to the dunes of Montauk, this black-owned business is unlike anything else the Hamptons now has to offer. In addition, to bring a bit of their own Antiguan heritage to the Hamptons, Temidra and Tanya chose products with a multi-cultural vibe that appeals to both younger and more traditional buyers.
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 With Tanya’s artwork and Temidra’s textiles, they bring a special mixture of bright colors, a touch of luxury, and bold textures to the Hamptons. They carry decorative home goods, handmade pottery, rugs, local art, jewelry, kitchen items, and much more. Hidden Gem is a one-stop-shop for truly unique items for gifts and for your home that complements the perfect modern beach lifestyle.
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