2024 Resident Artists
Roseprimevere
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Roseprimevere is an artist who specializes in non-traditional methods of painting. Her primary medium is acrylic on canvas, and she also enjoys experimenting with fluid painting. Roseprimevere exudes her joyful energy through her intriguing and spunky artwork that invites us to live fully.
Roseprimevere started to paint in 2017 to process complicated grief. "In those days, it was my only way to express the inexpressible. Painting has since given me renewed excitement for life". As of today, Roseprimevere’s exhibitions include features at the African American Research Library in Fort Lauderdale, (FL), the City Hall of Dania Beach (FL), Plunge Resort in Lauderdale-by-the Sea (FL) and Artserve in Sunrise (FL). Her artwork is included in private collections around the United States and in several other countries. Her singular focus is to paint expressions of resilience across cultures. Roseprimevere hopes to connect with a global community through in-person and virtual exhibits. |
Sarah Lajealle
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Sarah Lajealle, born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, studied English and History at Purdue University before earning a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies at Indiana Wesleyan University. As a self-taught artist and mother of three, Sarah sees her children’s lives as reflections of her own journey, where the future shines light on the past.
Her work is guided by Divine Design—an exploration of what makes us mortal in this world and timeless in God’s eyes. Through her art, Sarah aims to illustrate God’s vision, believing that each of us is crafted uniquely, one of a kind by His design. |
Z Reyes
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Z is a vibrant and introspective artist whose journey through diverse creative mediums has shaped her distinctive style, marked by layered transparency and depth. Growing up in a small town and attending a magnet high school with a strong art program, she discovered early on her passion for the arts. This led her to experiment widely—from sidewalk chalk art to henna body designs and performing arts, and later pursuing an independent path after college.
Describing herself as a "terminal daydreamer," Z’s artistic expression draws from her love of humanity as her primary muse. Her pieces explore intricate, often hidden details beyond the limits of ordinary perception. Z’s goal is to foster empathy and validate shared emotions, bridging gaps in understanding and reassuring viewers that they are never alone in life’s moments. Through her art, Z invites others into a space of connection and self-reflection, where each piece becomes a shared experience and an opportunity for mutual understanding. |
Tyrek Studivant
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Tyrek Studivant is a self-taught artist whose work spans charcoal, oil, acrylic, wood carving, mosaics, and ceramics. Inspired by his faith and family, Tyrek creates to honor the Creator and explore the beauty of life, particularly through the lens of fatherhood. Working primarily in charcoal with delicate oil glazes, each piece is an expression of gratitude and reverence.
His process, often beginning with pencil—a nostalgic nod to childhood moments spent drawing with his father—blends classical techniques with personal expression. Influenced by masters like Bouguereau, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, and contemporary artists such as Paper Frank and Horitomo, Tyrek’s work combines tradition with a unique, heartfelt style. His art reflects his gratitude for life’s blessings, aiming to offer a glimpse of heaven on earth. Follow him on Instagram: @ty_vinci. |
