Lit Bits: Book Clubs and More
Do you love to read? There’s a whole lot going on for readers in the area, whether you love cozy mysteries or non-fiction.
Bringing Art of the Past into the Present
Gulfport artist Margo Christie’s current work is influenced by pique assiette – using recycled materials such as glass, broken cups, and tiles to create mosaics.
Art in 2020: A Community of Inspiration
The Gabber’s Lynn Taylor talks to local artists about their year of inspiration in 2020, in their own words.
What We’re Reading: 2020 Favorites
This month, three readers shared their choice for the best book they read this year and why it was their favorite.
A Poet Looks at Endings and Beginnings
When Vincent Spina writes a poem, he says he looks for what “sings,” creating a rhythm that supports the images and will carry the reader through the poem.
Thriving in ‘Difficult Times’
Jamie Edwards looked for ways to help her art community through 2020, and opened Beach House 5317 as a collective for artists to show and sell their work.
Art Bits: Vending Machines and More
Get unique, local art from a vending machine; Diversity Arts hosts its final youth art workshop of the year; date set for the Best Seat in the House Chair-ity Auction.
A Song of Hope and Healing
After the challenges and heartbreak of 2020, singer/songwriter Tanya LaReese decided to revisit her song “God Give Us Peace” and film a music video.
Dawn Waters: Portraits in Fiber
Artist Dawn Waters describes her work as “sugar-coated bundles of detail and slight oddness combined to make unpainted paintings.”
Put a Little Local Art on Your Tree
What happens when two small businesses and six area artists team up for the holidays? Trees that sparkle with local art.
Ending on a Positive Note
“I decided no negative art would be accepted,” Chad Mize said of his Something 2020 show. “We’ve had enough negative stuff going on this year.”
Jonesing for Art?
The ArtJones Open Studio Tour, one of Gulfport’s most anticipated art events, is this weekend, December 5 and 6, featuring 12 artists in seven locations.