Make your holiday gifts this year at a fun self-care activity.

A sip and paint hosted by SouthEnd ARTS and Protagonist South End.

Come paint with us while enjoying a meal, creating personalized holiday gifts for yourself and loved-ones plus building bridges.

Limited artistic ability? No problem. We've got you covered! Come out and be apart of this pre-holiday experience and don't worry about painting in the lines. Just have a good time and enjoy the vibes! Your experience will be enhanced with beverages and food available for purchase from our venue!

All Supplies are provided.
Canvases are pre-sketched (blank canvases are available for those who may want to venture out on their own)

Drink & food menu available.

Masks required indoors. Limited slots.

#buildingcommunity #nonprofitleadership #gratitudepractice

SouthEnd ARTS sincerely thanks the N C Arts Council for delivering resources to arts organizations such as ours and artists to support projects and programs of public value—including revitalizing downtowns.

The arts creatively express ideas, concepts, and emotions that deepen our understanding of the world and of the human condition as well as challenge us to discuss and debate the important issues of our time. This belief in the intrinsic value of the arts lies at the core of our work to engage the community. We are convinced that the arts are essential to the growth and well-being of our community also inspires our programs and initiatives.
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#uptowncharlotte #localartists #engagethecommunity #inclusive #diverse #unlearnandrelearn

We have happy news to share on this lovely October day: Zaire McPhearson joins the SouthEnd ARTS family today as staff curator.
You may know Zaire’s name from her years at Northwest School of the ARTS @nwsavab, or South Carolina State University, HBCU @scsucab2.0 , or her recent COVID-delayed graduation from Duke University , MFA documentary program or her VanGogh Immersive @vangoghclt residency, or her many invitations into exhibition in the Raleigh-Durham-Charleston art scene.
. Zaire will be planning, presenting and installing local artwork, inviting artists and their art into exhibition, playing an active role in the art community developing new collaborations and managing cross-functional teams, training artists and Board of Directors on the exhibition’s presentation and information, creating Instagram posts and stories, and helping push our other social channels forward.

• We feel fortunate to have Zaire here and know she'll do fabulous things for SEA and local artists. Be on the look out… her first call for art will be November 16th.
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SOLD OUT!!
Rocky Horror Show … the musical! Grab those tickets now. What a joy! An evening of SAFE theater and music with fabulous actors deep in the woods. That was a gift for the soul! Thank you!!

Through Halloween!!! Outside, Social distance pods, proof of Vax, ID. Brilliant.
Hooray. 3 cheers for Actors Theater.
Safe! Irreverent! Fun!!
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“Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.”
― Dalai Lama XIV

Make today the best ever!!
That’s all!!
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THURSDAY’S TRANSFORMATIONAL MOMENT
…TTM!

The moment a small group of local creatives knew ARTS and EQUITY could change Charlotte.

Thank you to all the minds, hearts and keepers that saw the vision of opportunity for underinvested artists and built the foundation of Progress For All, aka social justice, through art and education.

As a septuagenarian, there’s a life pause that gives forth energy to look back and reflect.

In 2017 gentrification became personal. After finding the love of my life on the internet and moving to Charlotte to become someone’s wife at age 63, new dreams arose to pursue opportunities for artists along with the second chances retirement affords.

Over the next few months SouthEnd ARTS will look forward to new horizons in the local art environment with a strong sense of cherishing the past.

Please join SEA on this virtual journey as the organization grows into itself, matures with intention and collaboration while continually realizing that the script is always being refined.
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Yes!! We serve the fastest growing segment of artists in America … Seniors.

Meet ET TRIGG @triggernrato at 83years old uses public transportation, walks everywhere, stays fit & ready to explore new horizons. Let’s give it up tonight at Studio 229 on Brevard for this artist moving confidently into the art world!!
📸: @rosadiazart
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#Contemporary artists #discoverclt #exploreclt #eji #cltartsagenda

See it tonight!!
#Last night’s UNLEARNING cash winners!!@zairemcphearson
@workbylee
@jennfermins
Thank you to Juror, Lydia Thompson. MFA, former UNCC Chair of Art.
📸: @Rosadoazart
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DAY ONE – “OPENING NIGHT” of “UNLEARNING” was so FUN, we had some pretty good crowd out here!

TONIGHT is going to be SO MUCH BETTER!

We still have some TIX available click the link in our bio and get yours!

(& Don’t forget vax cards, id’s and mask!!!) we can’t wait to SEE YOU!!!
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LIZ HAYWOOD @lizhaywood
GUYS! I really got my confidence back up after painting ALL ALONE ALL THROUGH COVID after my first art show here in Charlotte! It was so awesome to be a part of GRACEfest by @southendarts_! I was so honored to win an award! Especially because I was so impressed by all of the other art there.
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I wanted to give a special thanks to Kevin Douglas at @brooklyncollectiveclt! He showed all the artists an awesome time at the show! You guys gotta stop by @studio229onbrevard and check it out if you haven't yet! It's such a cool spot! I will def be back over there soon. Be sure to check out the art of the resident artist, @jus10_ellis while you're there!
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This weekend don’t miss the new SouthEnd ARTS SHOW!!!! It will be at the same spot in the historic Brooklyn neighborhood! I bet you didn’t even know we have a Brooklyn in Charlotte! Please go support all the artists. Tonight is the last night of the show.
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I will be heading to DC tonight after wrapping up my mural at Novant Health with the other Brand The Moth residents.

So, I can’t go to the show. But, please go support these great artists if you’re in Charlotte.
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For those in the DC area come see me at @bethesdarowarts!! I will have my very last available ‘many faces’ painting for sale…. AND SO MUCH MORE! Check out my story to see.
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#Repost @workbylee

It was a great show with amazing artists & friendly people.
The unexpected cash award was another surprise!
Thanks, @sounthendarts_ & @rosadiazart for many things!
All the prize money will go to the fund for my “Cupcake Well Project” this winter.

We have one more night tomorrow to see them and their works.
Unlearning Art Exhibit @studio229onbrevard .
Ticket link in Bio.
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SouthEnd ARTS invites Charlotte’s fully-vaccinated art lovers to register on the link in the bio, show up with proof of Vax, photo ID to prove it and mask. You’ll receive a green armband. No exceptions to this protocol. Look around. Everyone has the armband.

Only 50 participants per night. Don’t sleep on this opportunity.
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Tonight and tomorrow night at UNLEARNING!! SouthEnd ARTS Opening Night celebrates Curator, Joanna Henry, @jhenrystudio for the exceptional work she has done during her time on the SEA staff to empower local artists.

Show up for Joanna this week. This will be her last art exhibition before moving on to fantastic new opportunities in the NC/SC art world. We can’t thank her enough.

We met Joanna in August, 2020 when she applied to “Justice”, SEA’s first virtual showcase, “not thinking my work would be chosen. But, oh I was wrong. Being a part of this exhibit has really placed my work out in front of a new audience! As a result, I’ve sold a few of my other paintings, garnered new followers on social media and I’ve also been approached with opportunities to show in other exhibits! The SouthEnd ARTS organization has provided me valuable exposure, which I’m extremely grateful for.”

We wish Joanna the BEST on her professional art journey and God’s speed in all she does. Thank you!!
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UNLEARNING Artists. What an all star line up of local artists. How’d SouthEnd ARTS get so lucky?

Feeling grateful!!

Tickets required to attend. Link in bio.
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SouthEnd ARTS is thrilled to welcome UNCC Professor Lydia Thompson, MFA, and former UNCC Art Department Chair to the Opening Night Speaker Series. Her career in world art and ceramics bring perspectives for artists to consider.

Join SouthEnd ARTS and featured artists as they tackle the skill of unlearning and identify outdated traits or modes of thinking through art.
Tickets available in our bio.
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700,000 Americans now dead.

SouthEnd ARTS is thrilled to welcome Audio Artist TRENEDY HAYDEN @trenedy_studio and her unique art to UNLEARNING this week…Thursday and Friday!

Her artwork expresses curiosity, genuine interest in wanting to know more. Furthermore, her art focuses on asking questions and committing to a journey of exploration and discovery. Trenedy's creative habit begins with questioning ideals in our society, the people around her, emotions, and today’s politics. She explores ways to express the idea or concept through visuals, audio, and materials.

UNLEARNING is about our ability to choose an alternative to our preset paradigms. As we grow and learn, we’ve taken on the thoughts and culture of our surroundings and authority figures in our lives. If these thoughts are of a destructive nature, then they become the basis for unhealthy values and beliefs. Unlearning is a skill to practice daily and a lifetime journey of self discovery.

“Stubborn”… My grandmother scrutinizing my life choices while reminiscing about her younger years.
“How to Deal with Heartbreak”… questions mental health videos during the 1950s-60s/emotions
“Who Am I?”… layers of different emotions that express love, happiness, sadness, and anger while over an image of me sitting still.

My video art explores narrative, vintage style, and audio. My style incorporates a vintage style. I believe in holding onto components of tradition. Our past, history, and elders shape our present that carry on. Through incorporating these styles in some of my artwork, I am questioning them and acknowledging the role they play in our society. Narratives challenges are sometimes continuous through generations.

Join SouthEnd ARTS and featured artists as they tackle the skill of unlearning and identify outdated traits or modes of thinking through art.

Tickets required. Snag yours in our profile. Sign up. Show up. Storytelling.
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