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Art By Mia October 2010 NewZ Letter….

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:04:34 CDT

Art By Mia NewZ Letter October 2010 ….
What’s going on & What are we up to?

We celebrate the Fall with a New Season of Rebirth, Magic, Healing, Growth, Art and Celebrations of all kinds.

As we enter a new season there is change. The leaves gently change color, warmly blushing into fall and giving us a show of beauty and wonder. As you move forward with your daily routines don’t forget to stop and breath, feel your step as you walk and acknowledge your day.

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Goddess Showcase of the Month is …..

Goddess Joy Workshop “ Projecting Confidence”

hosted by Sharon Birke… NYC – September 24, 7-9 PM ..$15

Location : Simple Studios 134 W 29th Street, 2nd Floor

(Bet 6th & 7th Aves) NY, NY 10001 212-273-9696

"Email: Coach@PowerfulGoddess.com to RSVP for details."

If a man's power acts as an aphrodisiac for women, what quality in a woman turns men on the most? (Clue: It's not B for big breasts.) It's C for CONFIDENCE. And no matter how loudly we insist that the world should NOT judge a book by its cover at work or in personal relationships, it does!

At this workshop, you will discover:

1. The 4 top reasons why you’re not getting what you want (and what you can do about it)

2. How to identify with people whose confidence and wisdom inspire and support you

3. The #1 principle that can give you complete control over your life (and where most people fall short)

4. Tools for creating and feeding the confidence you so admire in others

Sharon

Coach @ PowerfulGoddess.com

www.PowerfulGoddess.com

BLOG: http://blog.powerfulg...

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October ArtZ in the NewZ…..

Chamaca Arts making NewZ in October… Sheckitout!!!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. To honor all of our strong brave women from around the world Chamaca Arts has stepped up with some creative projects and workshops to support their courage, honor their bravery and inspire the creativity.

FAREWELL SILENCE ~ October 8, 2010 ~ $5.00 Admission

Curated and Produced by: Mia Roman

New York, NY – Chamaca Arts announces its first ever show – FAREWELL SILENCE ~ HELLO VOICE with one LIVE Monologue and Poetry performance on October 8, 2010 at 7:00PM. Rich, brave voices of women from around the world arrive via paper and pen at the Abrazo Interno Gallery in the historic CSV building located in the trendy Lower East Side of Manhattan. Join us for a night of unity and celebration of Women’s voices.

Over 100 letters submitted by women from all over the world some anonymous and some signed off with a smile, tear and heartfelt thank you will be on exhibit. The art of creative writing adorn the walls of the gallery, as an altar is erected in celebration of ALL women. They creatively express via pen to paper current events, politics, love, abuse, growth, imprisonment, solitude, family, illness, culture and religion.

A reading of the unedited letters and poetry written by women across the globe will surely touch on all emotions and create dialogue. Experience a heartfelt poem written from someone in Russia, listen to a voice crying for help from Afghanistan, listen to the pride of women in Nepal, the embrace from women in Africa and hear the tears from India. The gallery walls will exhibit over 100 letters written by these brave women sharing their voices while risking everything.

Performances by: Peggy Robles Alvarado, Maria Aponte, Tatiana Dellepiane, Tabatha Roman, Mia Roman and Rhina Valentin

*** WE RISE… ONE VOICE AT A TIME *** A MUST show for everyone!!!!

At Abrazo Interno Gallery at the Clemente Soto Velez Cultural & Educational Center (CSV) Opens Friday, October 8^th, 2010 – 7:00 PM Exhibit runs from October 8^th thru October 28^th, 2010 Gallery Hours: Wed-Sat. from 12-6pm / Call 212-598-0968 or 212-260-4080, ext.11

( building located Under the scaffolding)

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Her Voice is FEARLESS ~ a SHE poetry event~ October 14, 2010 ~ FREE

A Poetry Reading presented by Chamaca Arts and CSV, 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Hosted by: Mia Roman

Chamaca Arts and CSV present a poetry reading like never before. This is not your MaMa’s poetry, this is no new jack off the block I am a poet kind of spit…. No!

This is poetry with an expression of Female Roots. It’s the “IZM” without severing the “Feminine”. It’s a journey thru her eyes. It’s Raw, Erotic and ALL WOMAN!!

Her voice is FEARLESS, Her words are SHARP and Her wisdom is CAPTIVATING.

This is no male bashing poetry event, this is a poetic recap of WOMYNHOOD. Realizing the Feminine and addressing the Goddess. They are Mothers, Sisters, Daughters and Leaders changing today for a better tomorrow.

** ** Sign up early for the open mic… limited spots for the bold and brave!!! ****

Where: At Abrazo Interno Gallery at the Clemente Soto Velez Cultural & Educational Center (CSV) Opens Friday, October 14^th, 2010 – 7:00 – 9:00 PM Call 212-598-0968 or 212-260-4080, ext.11

(building located Under the scaffolding)

Performances by: Mia Roman, Jasmine Rosario, Noemi Siren Soto, Peggy Robles Alvarado

And wonderful surprise guests that will leave you drooling for more of SHE POETRY!!!!

**** One Goddess Giveaway to a lucky audience member ****

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A Positive Me – Young Girls Workshop, ages 10-18, October 17, 2010, 1-4PM FREE

Hosted by: Mia Roman

A FREE workshop for young girls between the ages of 10 and 18. Learn self defense tactics, power words, boost your self confidence and learn the tools to self empowerment and success.

Where: At Abrazo Interno Gallery at the Clemente Soto Velez Cultural & Educational Center (CSV), 107 Suffolk street, 2^nd floor, New York NY 10002 …. (building located under the scaffolding)

Date: October 17^th, 2010 / Time: 1:00 – 4:00 SHARP / MUST RSVP by October 10, 2010

Martial Arts / Self defense demonstration lead by: Shihan Warixi Soto is a high ranking martial artist, a 6 time Hall of Fame recipient, a Doctoral candidate, a Taino Bohike (medicine woman), an author, a poet, and an activist for human rights, CEO, founder and creator of “Female Alternative Street Tactics (F.A.S.T.)”, and the “Secure Your Child” programs.

Motivational speaking and Empowerment Tools lead by: Mia Roman CEO and Founder of the Chamaca Arts network, visual artist, writer, motivational speaker and youth arts instructor. Joining Mia will be Tabatha Roman a Model from the Natural Beauty DOVE Campaign and Latina Magazine.

I believe it is vital that parents, educators and others in the community help children become strong, confident, compassionate leaders. Though I admit this is no easy task. It takes patience, persistence and plenty of tools. That’s why I am pleased to share with you this wonderful opportunity to a FREE workshop that will inspire them and share the necessary tools needed. They will in turn take these tools back to their communities and share them with their peers.

We are committed to helping them recognize and use their power to believe in their own abilities.

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Creative Writing: Young Girls Workshop, ages 10-16, October 24, 2010, 1-3PM FREE

Hosted by: Mia Roman

BY RESERVATION ONLY… LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE…. MUST HAVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL TO ATTEND. IF INTERESTED AND FIT WITHIN THE AGE REQUIREMENT PLEASE EMAIL ARTBYMAMAMIA@YAHOO.COM AND ADD IN THE SUBJECT LINE (CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP) AND WE WILL REPLY PROMPTLY WITH A CONFIRMATION. ONE PARENT PER UNDER AGE CHILD WILL BE ALLOWED AND IS ENCOURAGED.

A child who becomes a confident and creative writer will reap the benefits in countless ways. In school, children who write well find that they excel in almost every subject. . . Becoming confident writers makes it possible for children to grow into active, critical participants in our culture and society.

Indeed, writing creatively, and writing poetry specifically, does help students grow into being confident human beings because the discipline of writing inspires critical thinking; it is a challenging cognitive task. A poet must first have a basic understanding of a concept or emotion and then transform that understanding into meaningful creative expression by exploring and distilling complex ideas into the brief format of a poem. Writing enables children to transmit their internal experiences to the outer world-to symbolize their experiences in words. And because children are representative of a myriad of mental, physical, and spiritual experiences, their poems will evolve in very unique ways. Join us in expressing yourself creatively and experience a new you.

Where: At Abrazo Interno Gallery at the Clemente Soto Velez Cultural & Educational Center (CSV), 107 Suffolk street, 2^nd floor, New York NY 10002 …. (building located under the scaffolding)

Date: October 24^th, 2010 / Time: 1:00 – 3:00 SHARP / MUST RSVP by October 10, 2010

All the tools and supplies will be provided by Chamaca Arts, Just bring an open mind and creative heart.

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Exhibits and Shows:

Art By Mia will be exhibiting work at the following galleries

Power of The Orishas: Richmond, Virgina ~ October 1, 2010 ~ The Ellegba Folklore Society

This art exhibit will explore the spiritual and visual interpretations of the Orisha by various artists representing the orisha origins of West Africa, and the Yoruba impact in the Caribbean and its Santeria practices.

False Faces: Richmond, Virgina ~ October 2010 ~ Art 6 Gallery

This exhibit will include masks and other art works by artists responding to symbolic and concrete uses of masks related to carnival, ceremonial, spiritual, and other societal appearances of "masking.

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Goddess Networks… Get Connected and Stay connected

Chamaca Arts on FACEBOOK……

I just launched the Chamaca Arts Facebook page for ALL women. Chamaca Arts is a safe, fun and creative environment where women can share, explore and get advice from a fellow sister. This page is frequently updated with inspiring poems, arts, photos, favorite quotes, reading suggestions, meet ups, notes and so much more. The members are so diverse that its one big melting pot of loveliness. The mission for Chamaca Arts is simple… Inspire, Support and Encourage. To become a part of the Chamaca Arts family is easy… just join Facebook, find Chamaca Arts and add as a friend.

Hope to see you on Chamaca Arts soon… Namaste!

Chamaca Arts is BLOGGING now….

Yes we have put a blogspot together to showcase people, musings, events, advice and so much more. You can join the blog spot at www.chamacaarts.blogspot.com feel free to link the site with yours.

Chamaca Arts is a network for creative and inspiring Goddesses. Chamaca Arts was created by Mia “Art By Mia” Roman It was born from an idea of creating a Woman’s Circle of Hope and inspiration. A safe place where we can share thoughts, images, poetry, art, music, quotes and inspiring ideas of the divine woman in all of us. We will feature artists, poets, photographers and movers and shakers of all kinds and from all walks of life. The Sisterhood comes in a beautiful palette of an unlimited array of colors with so much to offer. Chamaca Arts will celebrate Culture, Art, Spirituality and Freedom through sharing. Set yourself free join our Facebook page and post an image, poem, music, idea or a quote… your thoughts can and will inspire another.

Inspiration: "in" to create inclusion...."spir" Latin word "spiritus" means "breath" breath life into something, fill it with spirit. We cannot see inspiration, but like air it is there surrounding us. Be receptive and take it in..!!!

Chamaca Arts = Inspiration and Sisterhood

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Back To School…. Painting, Drawing and imagining thru the ArtZ

Learning Creatively with Art By Mia:

I teach once a week at a wonderful art school named “The Children’s Art Carnival” in the upper part of Manhattan. Every week I look forward to walking into class and greeting my tiny little students that range in the ages of 4-8 years. We have worked collaboratively since September 2009 and have grown creatively as a family. We have worked on multicultural projects, landscapes, cityscapes, pop art and so much more. I know how imperative the Arts is in my life. I can’t even begin to imagine a world without rhythm, color, movement or shape. If you know of a child that would be interested in attending a top of the line arts center that will encourage, inspire and advocate for a positive and healthy living check out the Children’s Art Carnival at http://www.childrensartcarnival.org We are recruiting and are open to have you sit in a class with your child as a onetime test run. Let them know I sent you.

Art By Mia October 2010 giveaway!!!...

The first 3 Goddess Warriors to submit a female warrior short story starting September 15^th, 2010 will receive a FREE Goddess surprise. Your submission will be published on the Chamaca Arts Blog as the winning entries. Submit 500 words or less with a dab of creativity and a splash of inspiration. Submission is easy… email me a Goddess Warrior short story which can be about any woman in your life or someone that inspires you… to artbymamamia@yahoo.com and in the subject line add (October Art By Mia Goddess giveaway). You can be the lucky winner so hurry!!

“MUST BE A REGISTERED RECIPIENT OF THE ART BY MIA NEWZ LETTER TO PARTICIPATE”

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Until the next Art By Mia NewZ!!.... Peace, Love and Enlightenment

The Brush is my Sword… The pencil my Septor…”… Mia

Art By Mia in the NewZ letter… July 2010

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:26:12 CDT

Art By Mia NewZ… July 2010 –
What’s going on & What’s up in July?

We start the month with the commemoration of Frida Kahlo’s birthday. Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderón, as her name appears on her birth certificate was born on July 6, 1907 in her parents' house, known as La Casa Azul (The Blue House), in Coyoacán, which at the time was a small town on the outskirts of Mexico City.

On 17 September 1925, Kahlo was riding in a bus when the vehicle collided with a trolley car. She suffered serious injuries in the accident, including a broken spinal column, a broken collarbone, broken ribs, a broken pelvis, eleven fractures in her right leg, a crushed and dislocated right foot, and a dislocated shoulder. An iron handrail impaled her abdomen, piercing her uterus, which seriously damaged her reproductive ability. Though she recovered from her injuries and eventually regained her ability to walk, she was plagued by relapses of extreme pain for the remainder of her life. The pain was intense and often left her confined to a hospital or bedridden for months at a time. She would undergo as many as 35 operations in her life as a result of the accident, mainly on her back and her right leg and foot.

Her career as a painter

After the accident, Frida Kahlo turned her attention away from the study of medicine to begin a full-time painting career. The accident left her in a great deal of pain while she recovered in a full body cast; she painted to occupy her time during her temporary state of immobilization. Her self-portraits became a dominant part of her life when she was immobile for three months after her accident. "I paint myself because I am often alone and I am the subject I know best" reflects her inner feelings about both her art and her psychological state. Frida's mother had a special easel made for her so she could paint in bed, and her father lent her his box of oil paints and some brushes. Drawing on personal experiences including her troubled marriage, her painful miscarriages, and her numerous operations. Kahlo's works are often characterized by their stark portrayals of pain. Of her 143 paintings, fifty-five are self-portraits, which frequently incorporate symbolic portrayals of her physical and psychological wounds. While Kahlo's paintings have a distinct unrealistic quality, she insisted "I never painted dreams. I painted my own reality." It is evident that her paintings reveal a personal truth about her life, her experiences, and her inner personal emotion. Kahlo was deeply influenced by indigenous Mexican culture, which is apparent in her paintings' bright colors and dramatic symbolism. She frequently included the symbolic monkey: in Mexican mythology it was a symbol of lust, yet Kahlo used them as tender and protective, even nurturing symbols. Christian and Jewish themes are often depicted in her work as well; she combined elements of the classic religious Mexican tradition with surrealist renderings. While her paintings are not overtly Christian they certainly contain elements of the Mexican Christian style of religious paintings. In 1939, at the invitation of André Breton she went to France and had an exhibition of her paintings in Paris. The Louvre bought one of her paintings, The Frame, its first work by a 20th-century Mexican artist.

My favorite quote by Frida…. Pies, para que los quiero si tengo allas para volar!!! (“Feet… for what do I need them if I have wings to fly”) A woman ahead of her time, colors and shapes that spoke volumes and told stories of hardship, pain, family and loss… she will forever inspire and be part of our creative history!!! Que Viva La Frida!!!

Don’t miss the Comemmoration Frida Kahlo Wearable Art pieces Designed by Mia at www.artbymia.etsy.com Free gift with every online purchase.

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The July Goddess acknowledgment:

Hindus believe that knowledge is an essential medium to achieve the goal of life as a human being. Saraswati Day is celebrated to honor God as source of the knowledge. God, in this particular celebration, is manifested as Saraswati Dewi, Goddess Saraswati. She is depicted as a beautiful lady with four hands holding a musical instrument, meditation bead chain, as well as palm leaf manuscript. Many times the Saraswati is depicted to be standing on the swan. The beautiful lady is a symbol that the knowledge is attractive by many people. The musical instrument symbolized the knowledge is entertaining, the more you are into it the more beautiful and interesting it can be. The manuscript (or book) is where the knowledge is kept. On the actual day of Saraswati, offerings are placed on the books and shrines. Worships are held at the temples in family compounds, villages, businesses and others from morning to noon. Prime worships are held in school's temples attended by its students and teachers.

My dedication to Saraswati is in the Acrylic Paint form… The painting is an artistic interpretation of Goddess Saraswati, The Goddess of Knowledge and Creativity. You can see the painting at www.artsbymia.com

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New Projects:

Designs By Mia ~
A One Of A Kind Wearable Art Collection for every Woman

The One-of-a-Kind designer jewelry in my Collection features antique pendants, spiritual amulets, and a wonderful assortment of old trade and exotic beads from around the world. I have also incorporated leather, fur and natural fabrics to give texture and dimension to the wearable art. These unique pieces are designed for the passionate and adventurous woman, and are truly heirloom pieces which can be treasured and passed down through the generations.

Each piece is hand crafted in the USA using imported materials.

Stay tuned for the July Specials.

To get a sneak peek or snag a bag of the Goddess Warrior items log into the shop or website at www.artbymia.etsy.com or www.artsbymia.com we are frequently updating the shop and website so best to check in often. Remember most items are hand-made and one of a kind so if you see something say something!!!

Feel free to share the site with your family and friends.

Chamaca Arts on Facebook

I just launched the Chamaca Arts Facebook page for ALL women. Chamaca Arts is a safe, fun and creative environment where women can share, explore and get advice from your fellow sister. This page is frequently updated with inspiring poems, arts, photos, quotes, reading suggestions, meet ups, notes, tutorials and so much more. The members are so diverse that its one big melting pot of loveliness. The mission for Chamaca Arts is simple… Inspire, Support and Encourage. To become a part of the Chamaca Arts family is easy… just join Facebook, find Chamaca Arts and add as a friend. Hope to see you on Chamaca Arts soon… Namaste!

Teaching and Learning thru the Arts:

I teach once a week at this wonderful private art school called “The Children’s Art Carnival” every week I look forward to walking into class and greeting my tiny little students that range in the age of 4-8 years. We have worked collaboratively since September 2009 and have grown creatively as a family. We have worked on multicultural projects, landscapes, cityscapes, pop art and so much more. I know how imperative the Arts is in my life. I can’t even begin to imagine a world without rhythm, color, movement, shape or photo journalism to document and preserve the history and culture. If you know of a child that would be interested in attending a top of the line arts center that will encourage, inspire and advocate for a positive and healthy living check out the Children’s Art Carnival at http://www.childrensartcarnival.org . We are recruiting and are open to have you sit in a class with your child as a onetime test run. Let them know I sent you J.

Your suggestion, opinions and ideas are always welcome. You can either send them thru the website under contact me or directly to artbymamamia@yahoo.com

Until the next Art By Mia in the NewZ Letter!!.... Peace, Love and Enlightenment

“ The Brush is my Sword… The pencil my Septor…”… Mia

Art By Mia NewZ Letter May 2010

Sun, 02 May 2010 22:17:19 CDT

Art By Mia NewZ… May 2010 – What’s going on & What am I up to?

We celebrate the month of May with Rebirth, Magic, Healing, Growth, Art and Celebrations of all kinds. The month of May is strongly associated with Women, Warriors and the Goddess. This month in particular is very inspiring to me, as I walk into the day with an open mind I see the colors shine under the sun as they greet me in the morning, the dew gently sits atop the tips of the blades of the green grass, as if they were Mother Earth’s tear drops nurturing the roots of her children, the cool morning breeze gracefully sways with the buds in a rhythmic dance of new growth and a rebirth, a sure sign that spring is here and summer is on her way.

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The Goddess acknowledgment:

Greek Goddess Maia

The month of May has been named for the Greek Goddess Maia, who was identified with the Roman era Goddess of fertility, Bona Dea, whose festival was held in May. She bore Zeus a son, Hermes, and raised another one of his children as her own when the ever-jealous Hera killed its mother.

She is sometimes referred to as the grandmother of magic, as Hermes is believed to have been the first to master the art. Incidentally, he is also credited with the invention of medicine, astrology, and letters, and was an escort of souls to the underworld.

Maia is mainly remembered as the goddess of spring and rebirth, she makes the
lush green grass and the fragrant flowers grow again, hence the color of the months birthstone….“Emerald” which means Love and Success, yet the May flower… The Lily of the Valley as is its Goddess Maia is delicate, medicinal and rare. For many years the leaves and petals have been used in medicine because they contain cardiac glycosides.

The Lily of the Valley is also known as Our Lady's tears because according to the legend the tears that that Mary shed at the cross turned in to Lily of the Valley flowers. Another legend claims that the flower also sprang up from the blood of St. Leonard during his battle with the dragon.

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Mothers Day / Goddess Warrior Day:

The second Sunday in May is Mother’s Day in the United States, in which I like to call Goddess Warrior Day. On this day we celebrate and acknowledge the strength, love and compassion of all Mothers, Grandmothers and Great Grandmothers. I have come across some Goddess Warriors in my life and each one has inspired me. Not all women are Goddess Warriors, I believe that there is a certain trait and strength that one must possess, be blessed with and obtain since birth to be a Warrior. These women showed me that the power, strength and will to achieve and survive are within…. we just have to dig deep, love, inspire, nurture and be patient. I realized that the rewards are plentiful and quite rewarding.

I would like to acknowledge some of them in this newsletter. They are the single Mother playing every role including father… day after day…. The Abuela working the night shift at McDonalds for minimum wage just to help make ends meet, then goes home and does it all over again for the family. They are the sixteen year old that just had a baby, stays in school, and is up late feeding, studying and promising her child to always be there for her/him, while proving everyone wrong and not becoming a statistic. They are the Teachers that notice the introvert quiet lonely child, sitting in the corner and helps her/him find their voice and confidence. The Foster/Adoptive Mother that takes the child AND the addiction for nurturing and brings it back to life.

The Warrior Suit of Armour... it varies from a housecoat & rollers to Judges Cloak. No matter the Armour the Warrior is a Goddess and the Goddess Warrior is the strength to a strong foundation. She is the healer, educator, nurturer, captain and magician... She can make it happen and come together under the stormiest conditions.

My Mother and Abuelas are my favorite Goddess Warriors..Happy Mother’s Day to ALL !!

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Festivals & Celebrations:

In the Catholic Church the month of May is dedicated to and honors the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Goddess Warrior!!! Many churches around the world celebrate with prayers, processions and offerings to the Mother.

Vesak or Visakah Puja ("Buddha Day")
Traditionally, Buddha's Birthday is known as Vesak or Visakah Puja (Buddha's Birthday Celebrations). Vesak is the major Buddhist festival of the year as it celebrates the birth, enlightenment and death of the Buddha on the one day, the first full moon day in May, except in a leap year when the festival is held in June. This celebration is called Vesak being the name of the month in the Indian calendar. See you under the full moon!!

Cinco de Mayo or the Batalla de Puebla is celebrated in Mexico on May 5. It is also celebrated widely in the United States. “ TEQUILA!” Orale Pues!.... yes I must admit I am a fan of Cinco de Mayo!!

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Exhibits, Events & New Projects:

New Project: Art by Mia Goddess Art

I have taken my Goddess Art a step further. I have created a line of Goddess Wearable Art such as handmade jewelry, made of semi precious stones and earth seeds/beads, symbolic Art tees, the all purpose tote bags and Goddess Art trading cards never seen before. All this to celebrate the Goddess Warrior in all of us, regardless of creed, background, culture or status we are ONE, a UNIT that is strong and supportive. You can wear or carry any one of these items with confidence…. They are and were created with YOU in mind and make an original gift for any woman in your life.

To get a sneak peek or snag a bag of the Goddess Warrior items log into the shop or website at http://www.artbymia.etsy.com/ or http://www.artsbymia.com/

Feel free to share it with your family and friends.

Art By Mia May giveaway!!!... The first 3 Goddess Warriors to send me a female warrior short story starting May 3^rd will receive a FREE Goddess surprise of the artist choosing. All I need is for you to email me a Goddess Warrior short story which can be about any woman in your llife at artbymamamia@yahoo.com and in the subject line add May Art By Mia Goddess Warrior giveaway. You can be the lucky winner of a one of a kind piece of Art!! The winner will be posted so make sure to take a pic with your prize to add to the following months NewZ.

“MUST BE A REGISTERED RECIPIENT OF MY NEWZ LETTER TO PARTICIPATE”

May 8^th, 2010 – Community Arts for health & wellness

In collaboration with Communities IMPACT Diabetes Center, Mount Sinai School of Medicine / Union Settlement Association, Debbie Quinones and the fellows of El Barrio I will be leading the Happier and Healthier living through Art project. I will work with a community of children in painting large outdoor planters to promote healthy eating, fitness, family and positivity. This is a way to engage the youth in an activity in which they will walk away with more knowledge of living a longer, happier and healthier life, more confidence, self esteem and inspiration. The pots will be left on premises of the Jefferson Houses as a living memorial of the event and the purpose and efforts it represents. Join us at the Jefferson Houses Block party on May 8^th, 2010 from 1:30 until 3:30 at 115^th street between 2^nd & 3^rd avenues and receive a wealth of information promoting health and wellness.

Chamaca Arts on Facebook

I just launched the Chamaca Arts Facebook page for ALL women. Chamaca Arts is a safe, fun and creative environment where women can share, explore and get advice from a fellow sister. This page is frequently updated with inspiring poems, arts, photos, quotes, reading suggestions, meet ups, notes and so much more. The members are so diverse that its one big melting pot of loveliness. The mission for Chamaca Arts is simple… Inspire, Support and Encourage. To become a part of the Chamaca Arts family is easy… just join Facebook, find Chamaca Arts and add as a friend. Hope to see you on Chamaca Arts soon… Namaste!

Mia in Film: “HER” Launched on April 22, 2010

I have been blessed to participate in the documentary titled “HER” by Rebekah Frimpong which debut on April 22^nd in Philadelphia at the Orchid Women’s Film Festival. The nest stop for the film is Washington, DC and then hoping it will come to NYC. The film showcases courageous, inspiring, creative and empowering women from different backgrounds living and working towards their dreams. Poet, Actress, Barber, Artist, Musician, Art Advocate (ME). We share our sacred spaces, words, craft and dreams. To see more you can go to http://www.filmprojecther.weebly.com/ the website is still under construction but tells a short story of the inspiration and film maker behind this wonderful interactive project.

Teaching and Learning thru the Arts:

I teach once a week at this wonderful private art school called “The Children’s Art Carnival” every week I look forward to walking into class and greeting my tiny little students that range in the age of 4-8 years. We have worked collaboratively since September 2009 and have grown creatively as a family. We have worked on multicultural projects, landscapes, cityscapes, pop art and so much more. I know how imperative the Arts is in my life. I can’t even begin to imagine a world without rhythm, color, movement, shape or photo journalism to document and preserve the history and culture. If you know of a child that would be interested in attending a top of the line arts center that will encourage, inspire and advocate for a positive and healthy living check out the Children’s Art Carnival at http://www.childrensartcarnival.org/ . We are recruiting and are open to have you sit in a class with your child as a onetime test run. Let them know I sent you J.

Art By Mia showcased on La Reina Buzz Blog...

If you are not following the Buzz then you are out of the loop.. My Goddess Art is showcased on the blogs of La Reina so now you have a chance to jump in at http://lrdbbuzz.blogspot.com/ for the happening, informative, inspiring, empowering and historical... A blogspot that you should follow and be a part of!! Check it, check it, check it!!! out..La Reina del Barrio is leaving her mark and making it happen.

May 22, 2010 – Gallery 101 located in the Fort Lauderdale Design District

I will be exhibiting three new pieces with the theme of Masquerade for this one of a kind show. This exhibit is not your typical exhibit but also a masquerade ball by the beach. The guests will be masked while being entertained by poetry, music and an art exhibit of works from over 20 local and international artists. The show opens on May 22^nd at 7pm, Gallery 101 located at 501 North Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Located in the FAT Village Arts District.. FREE admission… Wine & Cheese will be served…. hope to see you there or on the beach!!

May 30^th, 2010 – Community Festival

The Loisaida Festival and Carnival Celebration is held on Loisaida Avenue, between 12th Street and 6th Street, every year on Memorial Day Weekend. The carnival held on Sunday, provides a cultural and entertainment event for community families, artist, businesses, and more to rival other city street fairs in the Heart & Sole of the L.E.S. This festival has become a local tradition and now a city wide event and destination, and is one of the most successful events sponsored by any community organization. I will be participating in this annual event by selling art prints, wearable art, unique tees, art trading cards designed by me and so much more…

Hope to see you there!!!

Your suggestion, opinions and ideas are always welcome. You can either send them thru the website under contact me or directly to artbymamamia@yahoo.com

Until the next Art By Mia NewZ!!.... Peace, Love and Enlightenment

The Brush is my Sword… The pencil my Septor…”… Mia

Art By Mia NewZ March 2010 - What am I up to?

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 12:53:44 CST

March is Women’s History Month…. I will commemorate the month of March by dedicating it to all the women that inspire me, the women that made and continue to make history, the movers and shakers of today and tomorrow…

March Events:

March 12^th, 2010 “ FEMICIDE” Art exhibit curated and hosted by Mia Roman. Over 10 established visual artists, over 30 pieces of art, 3 amazing seasoned poets and music to move your souls by an amazing DJ. The artwork is as diverse and graphic as the crime. They will depict violence against women in a form that has never been seen before. The colors drip from the canvas as did the tears of the abused. A show not to be missed, so be there and be aware!!!

Clemente Soto Velez cultural center

107 Suffolk Street

2^nd Fl. Abrazo Interno Gallery

NYC

Admission: FREEEEEEEEE

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March 20^th, 2010

“Yes We Can” poetry reading at the Nuyorican Poets Café. Hosted by Chance and presented by Latinos NYC. Sure to be an amazing evening of female empowerment and inspiration. The women come prepared to share women’s issues of growth, sensuality, family and politics in a rhythmic form thru a poetic journey. Women tell a story like no one else, come and experience it live!!!

Featured poets: Prisionera Jamas, Maria Aponte, Gloria Fontanez, Passion, Mia and Jamica

236 East 3rd St. (bet. Avenue B and Avenue C)
New York, NY 10009
(212) 505-8183

Admission: $10

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March 24^th, 2010

Latina Empowerment, Find it… Do it… Hosted by our favorite Jibaro “George” from Social Sofrito/ Sofrito Media Group. Is your dream possible? Is it within reach? Is it obtainable? We all have a desire and dream to live out our passion for either, the arts, media, education, etc. The guest speakers will discuss Latina Entrepreneurship, how they obtained their independence and how it changed their lives and their communities... a secret to how you can Find it and Do it. It’s your right of passage to live life to it’s fullest why not do it while doing something you love.

Guest speakers: Maria Aponte, Elena “Mamarazzi” Marrero, Mia “Art By Mia” Roman

East Harlem Cafe

153 East 104th Street
New York, NY 10029-4994
(212) 996-2080

Admission: $5.00 – no one will be turned away

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March 26^th, 27^th, 28^th

Spoken Soul Festival / SWAN – Support Women Artists Now

A three day festival celebrating, honoring and supporting women artists thru visual arts, poetry, filmmaking, jewelry and clothing design and so much more. The exhibit to take place at Gallery 4141 in Miami Fl. Enjoy the wonderful festival, soak in the colors, culture and movement of the art and the cool breeze of the ocean.

Artists: Mia Roman - Fine Arts, Terese “Chunky” Hill – Poet, Adelle Carlton – Designer, Amy Baez – Poet, Michelle Oravitz – Fine Arts, Somy Ali – Filmmaker,

Molly Bo – Fine Arts, DJ Majica, Rachel “Flow Diva” Finley – Poet,
Susan Alvarez – Photographer, Seville Anastos - Designer

4141 NE 2^nd Avenue

Suite 104

Miami Fl, 33137

Admission: FREEEEEE

Hope to see you there!!! Until the next Art By Mia NewZ!!

FEMICIDE Art Exhibit Curated by Mia Roman "Art By Mia"

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:08:43 CST

Femicide is defined as the systematic killing of women for various reasons, primarily because they are women. Over 10 artists have spoken volumes with the various images they have created for this show.... The works and words are as diverse and graphic as the crime itself, the over 30 pieces of art and poetry will evoke emotion, educate, advocate and bring awareness to a horrific crime that has taken place since the beginning of time..!!! What better way to bring awareness than thru Art!!!

We are committed to ending violence against women and femicide around the world. This exhibit will focus on women from all around the world with a primary focus on India, Guatemala, Mexico and Africa. With Latin America having the highest rate of femicide, over 4000 women dead in Mexico alone. Often times, we hear about problems of honor killings in the Middle East or "bride burning" in India. These and other examples are very important and not to be dismissed. However, the women of Guatemala and Mexico are often overlooked. It is our intent to bring these facts to the forefront in the form of art and advocacy.