ART & SOUL: Hamptons Sells Out All Events in its Return to the Hamptons
The Hamptons hosted a soulful event on May 27, 2023, which consisted of four events attended by artists, art curators, collectors, business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and the cultural elite. The creation of ART & SOUL: Hamptons celebrated the work of BIPOC artists living in and around the Hamptons. Throughout the series of events, curators, collectors, and supporters of art are supported and connected.
The Southampton African American Museum (SAAM) inaugurated the Art Walk on the first weekend of summer. Until July 22, 2023, Demarcus McGaughey, an internationally renowned contemporary artist, will reside at SAAM. Our second stop on the art walk was the Southampton Arts Center (SAC), where A MOMENT IN TIME: ICONIC IMAGES BY HARRY BENSON will be on display through July 15, 2023. As a final stop, the art walk ended at Hidden Gem NY, a home decor and lifestyle boutique owned by sisters Tanya Willock and Temidra Willock-Morsch.
In honor of ART & SOUL, 75 MAIN hosted a sold out brunch on its private outdoor patio. The Hamptonsâ and New Yorkâs most socially connected Black and Brown women attended a special presentation by Demarcus McGaughy, who presented to guests his limited edition print of his uncle John Crenshawâs picture âCool Catâ, a mix media collage print. Demarcus created the original painting during a residency at Maâs House & BIPOC Art Studio on the Shinnecock Reservation in Fall 2022.
An art exhibition was held at Raindropâs Cafe, a cozy event venue operated by Shinnecock Indian Nation members. Alvin Clayton-Fernandes, Errin Whitaker, Tohanash Tarrant, and Kim Wright were some of the featured artists. All of the artists were present in a space filled with a rich history of the Shinnecock Tribeâs contribution to the Hamptons.
As part of Raindropâs CafĂ©âs sipping experience, Ettore Wine (from California) sponsored a wine bar, SOVANY provided flavored sparkling water, and Poppin Patties sponsored delicious Native American bites. VBA the Media Group sponsored a 360 camera and LED light photo booth for guests to enjoy.
Also, guests were given the opportunity to take home a variety of luxury swag bags. A number of sponsors have contributed to the luxury gift bags, including Borghese, StriVection, EVE LOM, CAUDALIE, BIONOVA, Imperial DAX Company, Andrew Fitzsimons, NatureLab Tokyo, Daily Dose, SELECT by Curaleaf, Wendy Williams Med Spa & IV Drip Bar, and SOVANY.
EVENT AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS & SPONSORS
HAMPTONS HIATUS is a private membership association designed for artisan entrepreneurs and those who support them; creating, socializing, and experiencing brand awareness in a community space is the vision.
POPPIN PATTIES was created during the summer of 2010 by 3 friends with tons of creative energy. During one of our brainstorming sessions, we were vibing on a food product that was quick and easy to eat on the go. We tossed around several ideas and decided to go with a unique spin on an everyday favorite.
VBA THE MEDIA GROUP is an award-winning event service brand based in Uniondale, NY. Customized photo booths are available for all types of celebrations, including birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, galas, festivals, social events, and more.
SOUTHAMPTON AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM was founded and created by Brenda Simmons to promote an understanding and appreciation of African American culture by creating programs that will preserve the past, encourage learning, and enhance the life of the community.
SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER provides a dynamic venue to present the highest quality programming to the entire community through partnerships with a diverse slate of world-class artists, performers, educators, and cultural institutions.
THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC. (Long Island Cross County Section) is leading, advocating, and empowering women of African descent, their families, and communities.
URBAN LEAGUE OF LONG ISLAND is an affiliate of the National Urban League, the nationâs largest civil rights and urban advocacy group. The Long Island affiliate of the National Urban League was founded in 1972 by a group of Grumman workers who couldnât find working opportunities.
BLACK WOMEN OF LONG ISLAND is an established community within the Black Women of Long Island. Our purpose is to network, partner, and build with one another.
WOMENâS DIVERSITY NETWORK connects and mobilizes women and gender-expansive people of different backgrounds to create positive change through unity and collective work.
