The Sky Gallery Ja

Notice: AWP & FUTS will be postponed until further notice.

The Sky Gallery proudly presents the The Latest, An Affordable Art Showcase, The Wave of the Contemporary.

The exhibition features the work of 13 local artists presenting a variety of over 40 pieces valued under JMD $100,000, just in time for the holiday shopping season.

Participating artists include Romaine McNeil, Sana Rose, Hanif James, Darrian Johnson, Suzzana Missenberger, Sean Henry, Sagay Tomlinson, Janile Salmon, Remona Smith, Ray Jackson, Stacy Ann Brown, Franz Marzouca and Kadeen Christie.

► Learn More: www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

► When: Tuesday to Saturday, 12pm to 7pm

►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

►Shop art @ theskygallery.com/shop

►Artist Call: Apply to be a part of the exhibition or future exhibitions online http://theskygalleryja.com/exhibitionapply/

Celebrate the art of poetry on Wednesday, November 8th at Art Wine and Poetry at The Sky Gallery. Come enjoy an uplifting night of spoken word with us and our open mic performers. Hope to see you there!

► When: Wednesday, November 8 at 6:30pm to 9pm

► Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Admission: JM $1500 after RSVPing or presold US $10 with Reserve your Seat @ www.theskygalleryja.com/awp

► Register to attend: www.theskygalleryja.com/awp

► Hosted by Rojae Crosby.

► Are you interested in performing your work at AWP? Sign up for open mic or featured poet @ https://theskygalleryja.com/awp/

► Shop art @ www.theskygalleryja.com/store

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Kadeen Christie

Kadeen Christie is a visual artist that specializes in charcoal and graphite portrait drawing. He was born and raised in Spanish Town, St. Catherine and currently lives there. He currently practices and focuses on achieving photorealism with his mediums of choice. He has been drawing since the age of four and is completely self taught. Kadeen has been doing commissioned portraits since late 2016. He had been featured on page two of the Gleaner newspaper and on Smile Jamaica in 2021, he has yet to be featured in an exhibition or had any significant awards.

Hot Koffee (2020) | Charcoal & Graphite | 13 x 10 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Stacy Ann Brown

An artist with a unique and whimsical spirit, Stacy's creative journey began at the tender age of 3. A graduate of the University of the West Indies, Mona, Stacy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems. While she initially contemplated a career in Information Technology, it was the project management aspect of her studies that instilled in her the ability to approach creative projects with precision, organization, and a generous sprinkle of her vibrant personality.

Throughout her photography career, Stacy has had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse array of photographers, brands, and businesses. When she's not behind the lens, you can often find her relaxing by a river or the beach, savouring her favourite herbal tea.

Stacy's journey as an artist is a testament to her unwavering commitment to creativity, her ability to adapt and innovate, and her unrelenting passion for visual storytelling. Her work continues to capture hearts and minds, leaving a lasting impression in the ever-evolving world of photography.

The Prize (2021) | Canvas Print | 14 x 11 inches
Black Jesus (2021) | Canvas Print | 14 x 11 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Ray Jackson

Ray Jackson is an artist who illustrates various aspects of Jamaican life and nature. Trained at the Edna Manley School for Visual and Performing Arts in Jamaica, Ray has developed a distinctive style of painting. Over the years he has exhibited both locally and internationally.

Country Boy | Pastel on Paper | 12 x 17 inches
Flower Girl | Pastel on Paper | 12 x 17 inches
Little Miss Sunshine | Pastel on Paper | 12 x 17 inches
Balance | Pastel on Paper | 12 x 17 inches
Some Burning Issues | Pastel on Paper | 9 x 12 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Sean Henry

Sean Henry, is best known for his lifelike and expressive illustrations of Jamaican sceneries, culture and portraitures. Sean's works of watercolor, pastel, pen & ink, charcoal, and/or mixed media, are derived from his drawings and photographs.

Charlie & Jimmy Meet | Watercolour | 7 x 5 inches
Breezin' | Watercolour | 7 x 5 inches
Upsetter | Watercolour | 7 x 5 inches
Pan Ma Dem | Watercolour | 5 x 7 inches
Pine Man | Pen & Ink Wash | 7 x 5 inches
Rastafari | Pen & Ink | 5 x 7 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Darrian Johnson

What started out as a hobby quickly became a lifelong passion and is still ongoing. A lover of nature, travelling, and just the wider world in general makes it so easy for me to capture everlasting memories from an aerial perspective. I have always been a creative individual who tends to develop innovative ways to bring my vision across. Aerial Photography allows us to view and appreciate the earth in a unique way that is not normally seen in our daily commute. It is my passion to bring this perspective to the world.

1. Reach Falls (2021) | Aerial Photography | 18 x 32 inches
2. Blue Mountain Peak (2022) | Aerial Photography | 18 x 32 inches
3. Dunn's River Falls (2022) | Aerial Photography | 18 x 32 inches
4. Glass Window Bridge, Bahamas (2022) | Aerial Photography | 18 x 24 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

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Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Remona Smith .art

Remona Smith is a Jamaican born artist with an educational and professional background in architecture. She practices Process Art mainly as a hobby, where she enjoys creative freedom in works that may be considered to be experimental with no one particular style or theme of creation. Her work is an exploration of her thoughts and the world around her in which she finds joy.

1. Face-the blue aura | 11 x 8.5 inches | Acrylic on Stretched Canvas
2. Face-the green aura | 11 x 8.5 inches | Acrylic on Stretched Canvas
3. Face-the red aura | 11 x 8.5 inches | Acrylic on Stretched Canvas
4. Pomegranate | 18 x 18 inches | Acrylic on Newspaper on Stretched Canvas
5. Pawpaw | 18 x 18 inches | Acrylic on Newspaper on Stretched Canvas
6. Guava | 18 x 18 inches | Acrylic on Newspaper on Stretched Canvas

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Romaine McNeil

Visual artist Romaine McNeil was born in Westmoreland, Jamaica. Her paintings explore the ever-evolving changes in personal and societal identity. Each piece is layered with a connection to a timeless hypnotic presence, marred by past scars that trigger a search for purity, equanimity, and balance.

The Healing | Acrylic on canvas panel | 15 x 18 inches
The beauty that lies within | Acrylic on canvas panel | 18 x 22 inches
Deep Reflection | Acrylic on canvas panel | 13 x 17 inches
Of Love and Guidance | Acrylic on canvas panel | 15 x 18 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Franz Marzouca

I was born a true Jamaican island boy. From an early age I loved travelling around the island which led me to taking snapshots of my friends and places we visited.
I was offered an opportunity to study in Lugano Switzerland where at the age of 15 I took a course on photography that would eventually consume my life.

As I travelled and photographed the many cities of Europe as a street photographer, influenced by the work of Henri Cartier-Bresson. I was drawn to the character of the old world and the new world and how light and shadows in black and white could evoke such a mood in my photos.

Solitary Wood | Photo on Archival Paper | 15 x 20 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

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Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Janile Salmon

Art for me started at a young age. There is one distinctive moment that I remember telling myself this is what I wanted to do. I was in the first grade and I was captured by a drawing my teacher's daughter had done on the board. From that moment onward I developed a passion for art. My specialty is abstract and pop art because it is more than what meets the eye; what you see within the painting is heavily dependent upon one's own imagination. As a self-taught artist, creativity through painting became a form of self-expression and development for me. Learning through trial and error turned out to be character building and I attribute my endurance, resilience, and patience to my craft. Art in all its forms is a special language that I am proud to speak. It is my wish that every piece I create connects to the right person and brings a bit of joy and self-expression to their space.
Miles Davis (2021) | Acrylic on Canvas | 12.5 x 10 inches
John Coltrane (2015) | Acrylic on Canvas | 12.5 x 10 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Sagay Tomlinson

Sagay is an abstract artist located in Jamaica who specializes in acrylic pouring. Pouring from my heart to your home.

1. Ol Firestick (2021) | Acrylic on Canvas | 12 x 24 inches
2. Concrete Jungle (2022) | Acrylic on Canvas | 24 x 24 inches
3. Hot Tool (2021) | Acrylic on Canvas | 16 x 16 inches

► Shop The Latest Art online @ theskygalleryja.com/store

►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Sana Rose

I have always had a natural inclination towards collage and assemblage, which began in my childhood when I used to make decorative items and gifts from discarded household objects. Over the years of forming my artistic vocabulary, I collected a variety of materials from plastic, paper and glass to metal and fabric having been drawn to these objects through subconscious attraction prompted by colour, texture, pattern and form.

Through working with my hands, I seek to reclaim and recontextualise found materials and objects without stripping them of their past history. In addition to this way of engaging them with the duality of the past and their ‘new’ present, I also uncover other interesting contrasts in their interplay such as hard and soft; plain and patterned; smooth and textured; shiny and dull; and discarded and useful.
As a redemptive process, my artmaking gives new life and purpose to discarded or broken objects – a process which draws many parallels to human experiences of feeling stained, hurt or discarded. Paired with childhood memories of events and domestic spaces, my motifs range from silhouetted bodies and body parts to abstract shapes and textures, which invite the viewer to interpret their emotions or experiences into new thoughts and meanings.

Lost & Found Series 1 (2023) | Mixed Media Assemblage on Board | 10 x 8 inches (includes 5 numbered pieces)
Lost & Found Series 2 (2023) | Mixed Media Assemblage on Board | 10 x 8 inches (includes 5 numbered pieces)

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Hanif James

Hanif James is an emerging film director, writer, photographer and Junior Architect. His film and photographic works explore identity with a focus on visual expressions that can capture the strength and vulnerability of the human spirit. He came into film and photography while studying architecture at the Caribbean School of Architecture at the UTech, Jamaica, where he completed a Masters in Architecture through the CB Facey Foundation in 2022. His architectural projects aim to focus on introducing architectural interventions that aspire to connect with the needs of communities while allowing them opportunities for creative and entrepreneurial outlets. His architectural project, "Robotics Incubator for Downtown Kingston", was featured in the Architectural Magazine, "Dezeen"(2021), and his thesis project was a study of music and dance in Downtown, Kingston, with a proposal for a futuristic "Reggae Music Museum." His photographic works have been exhibited at the National Gallery of Jamaica and he has participated in the British Council's Film Lab as a Script Editor. He recently wrote and directed a short film, "A Shade of Indigo", through the JAFTA Propella initiative which told a story of a young girl caught in the vicious cycle of generational colourism and how she suffered a dangerous consequence when she watched her older sister embark on her skin bleaching journey.

Mirrored Identity (2019) | Photography on Archival Paper | 23.5 x 17.5 inches
Reshaped Identity (2019) | Photography on Archival Paper | 23.5 x 17.5 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Suzanna Missenberger

Suzanna Missenbeger is a Jamaican born and based Visual Artist. She began her artistic career in Kingston, Jamaica primarily as a street artist illustrating and examining themes around Caribbean community and gender identity. Presently she explores woodwork, mask-making, mixed media and photography. Suzanna's work focuses on the process of exalting non-human ancestors and animating the inanimate. She draws her inspiration and frame work from modern literature and mythologies from the Caribbean and African diaspora, as well as stories from maternal lineage. This exploration is currently structured through the process of wood work and mask making. She plays with the concept of discretion and hiddenness in translating otherwise invisible guiding forces in life. Her most recent body of wood work explores the relationship between sea shells, fragmentation and split psyches. She relies heavily on inspiration from her natural environment, in an attempt to create visually digestible directions for mending and examining our ecological relationships.

1. Ame's Song (2023) | Water Oak, Painting | 12 inches
2. Still spilling (2023) | Water Oak, Painting | 12 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

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Current Showcase: The Latest: An Affordable Art Showcase. The Wave of the Contemporary

Artist: Javaun Thomas

Javaun Thomas, is a young independent artist who fell in love with the art of life and chooses to recreate his view in the medium of painting and drawing but does not limit himself to this. His journey in art started from the tender age of 7 years old with the recreation of animation characters but never became serious until one day receiving, great feedback from a portrait in which he was so call messing around with he later then fine-tuned his art and grew and continues to expand his collection.Javaun think of art has life has, every piece tells its own story of one from the past, present and future, with its own dynamic vibe. Javaun’s purpose in creating art is to direct emotions and untold stories through reflections of his vision that he wishes to share with the world.

1. Songs of the Blues (2023) | Acrylic, Pencil & Ink on Canvas Board | 8 x 10 inches
2. Your Eyes Only (2023) | Acrylic, Pencil & Ink on Canvas Board | 8 x 10 inches
3. You and Me (2023) | Acrylic, Pencil & Ink on Canvas Board | 14 x 16 inches
4. Shattered Effects (2023) | Acrylic, Pencil & Ink on Canvas Board | 8 x 10 inches

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►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Register to view The Latest Showcase @ www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

Films Under the Sky returns on Friday, October 27th with an exceptional lineup! Joel Miller, one of Jamaica’s fastest rising filmmakers, brings to The Sky Gallery the premier of his film, Crosses where after a shocking revelation, a young girl struggles to find peace with her decisions and navigate the impact on her community and you won’t want to miss Knock Knock, How to Say Hi, and The Cookie Jar, a medley of short films from accountant turned award winning film director & screenwriter Dario Shields. Bring your friends and family and join us and the filmmakers for a special night under the stars and sky.

Crosses is a live action, full-length drama about a young girl who struggles to find peace with her decisions and navigate the impact on her community.

Knock Knock: Everything that they believe in is tested when Mark, a prominent pastor and his wife invite a stranger to join them for dinner. This film may contain themes of abuse, murder/torture.

How To Say Hi: In a quaint coffee shop, an introverted young man, mesmerized by a beautiful stranger, struggles to summon the words and courage to initiate a conversation.

The Cookie Jar: Newly incarcerated Leroy shares a cell with a seemingly feeble old man, his curiosity gets the best of him when he decides to sneak a taste from a mysterious cookie jar.

► When: Friday, October 27th at 6:30pm. The screenings will officially begin @ 7:00pm. Chairs Provided.

►Contribution: JM $1,500 at the gate after RSVPing @ theskygalleryja.com/futs/

►Get SKIP THE LINE tickets now for only US $10 and reserve your front row seat.

► Buy Art in our online store: theskygalleryja.com/store

The Sky Gallery proudly presents the The Latest, An Affordable Art Showcase, The Wave of the Contemporary.

The exhibition features the work of 13 local artists presenting a variety of over 40 pieces valued under JMD $100,000, just in time for the holiday shopping season.

Participating artists include Romaine McNeil, Sana Rose, Hanif James, Darrian Johnson, Suzzana Missenberger, Sean Henry, Sagay Tomlinson, Janile Salmon, Remona Smith, Ray Jackson, Stacy Ann Brown, Franz Marzouca and Kadeen Christie.

► Learn More: www.theskygalleryja.com/aas

► When: Tuesday to Saturday, 12pm to 7pm

►Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

►Shop art @ theskygallery.com/shop

►Artist Call: Apply to be a part of the exhibition or future exhibitions online http://theskygalleryja.com/exhibitionapply/

Save the date! Films Under the Sky at The Sky Gallery returns on Friday, October 27th with an exceptional lineup of Caribbean short films and a special full-length premier! RSVP early and stay tuned for more information.

► When: Friday, October 27th at 6:30pm. The screenings will officially begin @ 7:00pm. Chairs Provided.
►Contribution: JM $1,500 at the gate after RSVPing @ theskygalleryja.com/futs/
►Get SKIP THE LINE tickets now for only US $10 and reserve your front row seat.

►Would you like your film shown at one of our events? Submit now at theskygalleryja.com/futs/

► Buy Art in our online store: theskygalleryja.com/store

►Interested in vending at one of our events. Sign up here: https://theskygalleryja.com/vendorapplication

Celebrate the art of poetry on Wednesday, October 18th at Art Wine and Poetry at The Sky Gallery. Come enjoy an uplifting night of spoken word with us and our open mic performers. Hope to see you there!

► When: Wednesday, October 18 at 6:30pm to 9pm

► Where: The Sky Gallery - Unit 15 (Roof), 9-11 Phoenix Ave, Kgn 10

► Admission: JM $1500 after RSVPing or presold US $10 with Reserve your Seat @ www.theskygalleryja.com/awp

► Register to attend: www.theskygalleryja.com/awp

► Hosted by Rojae Crosby.

► Featured Poet: Ruth Howard

► Food by and Beverages on Sale

► Are you interested in performing your work at AWP? Sign up for open mic or featured poet @ https://theskygalleryja.com/awp/

► Shop art @ www.theskygalleryja.com/store

#2023

Corporate Gifting Bundles are now available at The Sky Gallery!

Tis’ the corporate gifting season. The Sky Gallery presents customizable fine-art gifting ideas for your next corporate event, awards ceremony and mingle. Our TSG gifting presentations include an assortment of original artworks and prints by local contemporary artists, Caribbean titles, postcards, ceramics and so much more. Give us a call for us to make a memorable gifting presentation for you!

► Shop Corporate Gifts @ www.theskygalleryja.com/store

► Interested in renting our venue? Check out www.theskygalleryja.com/eventrental for more information

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Actress Kerry-Ann Washington (right) posing with her new mixed media painting titled NatGeo Travella by Inansi (left) from the Women in Art Exhibition at The Sky Gallery.

Shop local fine-art paintings, photography, prints and ceramics from anywhere and at any time on our online store which features a wide array of artworks from many of Jamaica’s talented artists and creators.

If you would like to also be a collector of Inansi’s work, you can find it on The Sky Gallery’s Online Store at: https://theskygalleryja.com/store/Inansi-c148551383

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Join us on Friday, Sept 22nd for a special screening of FUTS: Films Under Sky at The Sky Gallery. Screening begins promptly at 7pm.

About the Films:

Sink or Swim - by Tony Hendricks & Natalie Thompson ()
After his fisherman father drowns a taciturn young boy must learn to talk.

Cross My Heart by Sonte’nish Myers ()
An American teenage girl visits her family in Jamaica and uncovers a secret that changes the way she sees the people she loves. This film explores the culture of silence amongst women, the kinds of secrets we keep and who they're actually protecting. Viewer Discretion Advised. Themes include Sexual Asault, Child Abuse / Pe******ia / In**st.

Mango Wars by Kyle Chin (.kc)
Brown struggles to defend his moneymaking mango tree from the constant raids of passersby, neighbours and a clever thief.

Sunday by Kyle Chin
SUNDAY tells the story of Randy. With a vigilante crowd and the police on his tail a gunman seeks refuge in the neighbourhood church. Will Randy find redemption or is it too late? Sunday is a look at salvation among imperfect circumstances.

Jayna Johnson Reporting by Kyle Chin
Jayna Johnson, a serious and determined young reporter, is investigating a scandal involving the A&L Bauxite Mining Plant and its alleged connection to the Infrared Gang. As she reports on the story, she becomes a person of interest herself.

► When: Friday, Sept 22nd at 6:30pm. The screenings will officially begin @ 7:00pm. Chairs Provided.
►Contribution: JM $1,500 at the gate after RSVPing @ theskygalleryja.com/futs/
►Get SKIP THE LINE tickets now for only US $10 and reserve your front row seat.
►Hosted by Rojae Crosby
►Would you like your film shown at one of our events? Submit now at theskygalleryja.com/futs/
► Buy Art in our online store: theskygalleryja.com/store
►Interested in vending at one of our events. Sign up here: https://theskygalleryja.com/vendorapplication