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In The Spotlight

SEBASTIAN GRAY, PHOTOGRAPHY

Sebastian Gray is a commercial and fine art photographer. His photography is accomplished with a depth of understanding of the subject matter and an ability to fashion his narrative in form. In addition to being creative and innovative, he is also an excellent technician who understands light and how to manipulate images. “I like to elevate ... Read more

Artist & Designer Rita Motta

Many accomplished artists have the ability to master multiple disciplines. Rita Motta is such a person. Furniture, interiors, jewelry, pillows, carpets, wallpaper, and whimsical playhouses are the canvases on which she expresses her design aesthetic—a mix of the classical and modern with an eye to the fanciful. “I really like to make things. I am ... Read more

Marianne and David Russell – arango, the Art of Design

According to arango’s website: Good design is attainable and sustainable through minimalism, a design aesthetic that clearly expresses function through form. arango is a design forum focusing on new materials and technologies in emerging concepts of minimalism. Followers of arango’s functional contemporary design aesthetic fondly recall the Dadeland Mall store where collectible home furnishings and functional ... Read more

Area Stage Company: John and Maria Banda-Rodaz

Theater and Conservatory John and Maria-Banda Rodaz have a passion for the theater and unending devotion to educating children in the art of acting, singing and dancing. Founders of the Area Stage Company (ASC), John and Maria have been bringing world-class theatrical productions to South Florida audiences since 1989. ASC functions as an art center ... Read more