Orange County Library System Art Exhibits:
November 2009

Jeni Bell
Emerging Artists Exhibition

Jeni Bell studied painting and graphic design at Ouachita Baptist University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude and received her Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design. She draws her inspiration from post impressionist artists such as Van Gogh, pop artists such as Roy Lichtenstein, and most recently from glass artists such as Dale Chiuhly. She loves the use of bold colors and simple design. Jeni currently teaches elementary art in Orange County and is very active in the Orange County Art Education Association. She promotes the importance of art education by helping to organize events such as Playground Music and Arts Fest.

Joanna Levine
Emerging Artists Exhibition

Joanna Levine is influenced by African masks, and 20th & 21st century contemporary and fine artists. As an artist, she is compelled to use acrylic, watercolor and ink. Her work is an esoteric and playful stream of raw consciousness. The artist's diverse collection of artwork includes a series of abstract portraits with exaggerated eyes and watercolor abstracts. Joanna received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of South Florida, is an Art Educator in Orange County and a member of the Orange County Art Education Association, Florida Art Education Association, National Art Education Association and Advocate in the Arts.

For more information about Joanna Levine and her art work,
email her at joannallevine@gmail.com

Macey Mackubin
Emerging Artists Exhibition

Local artist and graphic designer Macey Mackubin works in a variety of mediums from cut paper to concrete. Her artwork has been displayed at the Orlando Museum of Art, the Casselberry Art House and was also featured in the Orlando Weekly. As a graphic designer and an artist, Macey brings her unique style to whomever she works for; “Creating art brings more pleasure to me than anything else in the world.”

Roland Pasqual
Emerging Artists Exhibition

Roland Pasqual was in New York City in 1967. His inspiration comes from big city culture, Gothic, contemporary architecture and industrial design. The littered, foul streets and gritty walls of The Bronx and Manhattan were his canvas. At the age of 18, Roland joined the U.S. Navy and traveled the world for four years, particularly Europe and the Caribbean Islands. His favorite places were Rome, Venice, Toulon, Seville, San Juan and the shores of Cuba. Cuba, Puerto Rico and Italy have a special place in his heart on account of his familial roots -- his father was born in Cuba, and his mother in Puerto Rico with Italian descents. Roland states, “My intention in creating original contemporary paintings is to create a visual state of being. They are abstract paintings based on personal experiences and cultural references.”

Samantha Andrews-Jarvis
Emerging Artists Exhibition

Samantha Andrews-Jarvis moved to Orlando from Cleveland, Ohio in 1989. She studied Ceramics at Dr. Phillips High School and continued her art education at Stetson University where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Art and Education and a Masters degree in Educational Leadership. Because of her Swedish heritage, Samantha’s inspiration comes from Eastern thought, ceramics, as well as Scandinavian aesthetics. You can find Samantha and her art work at the Student Art Market on Sundays at the Lake Eola Farmer’s Market. She founded and coordinates the program to promote art advocacy in Orange County as well as help art teachers raise money for their art programs.

Children's
Puppets, City of Orlando Puppetroupe
Puppets from the City of Orlando Puppetroupe's collection.
Contact: 407.522.1917

Club Central
Emerging Artists, Samantha Andrews-Jarvis
Ceramics on display.
Contact: 407.835.7483

Reference Central, Second Floor
Overshot, Weavers of Orlando
Weavers of Orlando display various designs ranging from of your grandmother's coverlets to modern day woven samples.
Contact: 407.628.2155

Silk Tidings, Weavers of Orlando
Displays of silk from the cocoon to woven fabrics.
Contact: 407.628.2155

Special Collections, Fourth Floor
Discover Your Family History, Central Florida Genealogical Society
The Central Florida Genealogical Society displays items related to family history including certificates, photos, family trees and family bibles.
Contact: 407.282.5171

Third Floor Collections
Holiday Compassion, Animal Rights Foundation of Florida
The Animal Rights Foundation of Florida promotes healthy holiday eating and animal welfare.
Contact: 407.968.2400

The Historic Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, Sean Bison
Remember the 5-year historic voyage of H.M.S. Beagle by commemorating the 150th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s famous book, "Origin of Species.” On display is a map of the Beagles 5-year voyage, a special edition of ‘The Origin of Species’ book and a replica of the H.M.S. Beagle itself.
Contact: 407.835.7323

Two Sisters, Weavers of Orlando
The Weavers of Orlando present a display of many colorful types of weaving done by two sisters from Trinidad.
Contact: 407.628.2155

Edgewater Branch
Chinese Brush Painting, Sharon Bennett
Artist Statement

Chinese Brush Painting has become my passion and teaching others this ancient art form has become my goal. Using a bamboo brush, rice paper, ink and watercolors, I paint not what I see, but what my heart feels.
Contact: 407.425.7744 or flutterbug111@aol.com