CAC@SJB's Opening Art Exhibition Event for Iandry Randrimandroso & Chantal Smith - A Wonderful Show!

The Opening Event for the art exhibiton "The Return of Iandry", featuring the artwork of Iandry Randriamandroso, and special guest artist, Chantal Smith, on Saturday, May 21st at CAC@SJB was a great success, and a wonderful show! Over 60 invited guests, and community residents filed into the Center throughout the afternoon to see and experience what was truly, yet another blessed event held at the Center for the Arts & Culture at St. John the Baptist in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. The event was filled with poetry, music, and dance.. to go along with the absolutely exciting, and inspiring artwork by both talented artists, Iandry and Chantal. There were high praises going around all day for the artwork, the artists, the performers, and for the Center itself, which was looking as good as ever, from all the happy youth and adult guests who attended the special event. With poetry readings by CAC@SJB Resident Poets, Edith Maria Baez, "Word Bird" Malik Canty, and Cynthia Jimemez, guitar playing by Richie Robles, and a special, soul-stirring, dance performance by 7 yr. old, Jasmine Kearse, the Center was overflowing with the joy, love, and peace of the creative spirit. A great time was had by all. We want to thank all our wonderful guests, the artists, Iandry and Chantal, the performers, and especially all the individuals who generously gave of their time to help us prepare, and present this event for the community. We are truly grateful to you all! Check out some of the pics and guests' comments from this event after this post.

The exhibition for "The Return of Iandry", with special guest artist, Chantal Smith, will continue to run thru the month of June.

We are also arranging another special event with poetry and music, and an opportunity for guests to meet Iandry and Chantal at the Center. Keep posted for more info and updates regarding this event in the coming days. For more info, or questions about this exhibition, future events, or the Center itself, feel free to contact our Director, Glenn Angel Echevarria at (718)455-6864 ext.152. We also encourage you to share your thoughts, ideas, and comments with us on our blogsite by clicking on "comments" at the bottom right of this web page. We want you to be a part of CAC@SJB. Your comments are welcome.

Photos from "The Return of Iandry" Art Exhibition with special guest artist, Chantal Smith: Saturday, May 21, 2005 at CAC@SJB

7 yr. old, dancer, Jasmine Kearse poses in front of one of Chantal Smith's wonderful paintings at the Opening Exhibition for Iandry & Chantal on Saturday, May 21.

Guests' Comments for the Art Exhibition Event on Saturday, May 21, 2005:

"Wonderful exhibition of truly powerful art. Can't wait to see more!"
- Madeline Kavanaugh, DC / St. John's Bread & Life

Director, Glenn Angel Echevarria speaks to the crowd at CAC@SJB during the event

The "Word Bird" Malik Canty takes flight again at the Center during the exhibition event

Edith Maria Baez shares her poetry at the event

Guest Comments:

"Iandry, your work is memorable and significant. You have important images to share. You will go far!"
- Michelle Pawkett

Guest Comment:

"This is one of the best shows I've ever seen here!"
- Dave Z.

7 yr. old, Jasmine Kearse dances and gives praises during her "heart-stealing" performance at the exhibition

Iandry Randriamandroso (r.) shares thoughts with guests, and Chantal Smith (l.) during the exhibition

A nice crowd enjoys the presentation of poetry, music, and dance at the Center

Guests view Iandry's art in the Center's gallery

Guest Comment:

"What a great exhibit! It was nice to see such a nice job done here at SJB."
- Jeffrey Morris, St. John's Bread & Life Program

Guest Comment:

"Iandry and friends.. God bless you & your work."
- Rev. Steve Cantwell, CM

Rich Robles (on guitar) and Glenn Angel perform at the Center

Guests enjoy the exhibition at the Center

Guest Comment:

"Chantal, you are so talented. Beautiful work!"
- Paula Verdino

Artist, Chantal Smith with her beautiful artwork at the Center

Guest artist, Chantal Smith (right), and friends share a moment at the exhibition

Guest Comments:

"Chantal, I thought your artwork, and yourself, were awesome. I was quite moved by your pieces. You are a unique, and beatiful person. Iandry, it was a pleasure seeing you again. Love your work."
- Cynthia Jimenez (poet)

A few prints of the artwork by Iandry Randriamandroso on display at the Center

Guest Comments:

"I'm so proud! Great show!!"
-Nina Perau

Iandry (center) and friends having a good time at the Center

Artwork by Iandry Randriamandroso

Iandry Randriamandroso and his piece titled, "The Peacemaker"..
on exhibit at CAC@SJB for "The Return of Iandry - the New Artworks" Exhibition beginning on Saturday, May 21, 2005