PHOENIX RISING

An exhibition of art presented by the Phoenix Group

Opening reception with the artists:
Sunday, March 7, 2004 (2-5 PM)

With musical guests BL Lacerta and Jazz Combo # 1

The Bath House Cultural Center presents Phoenix Rising, a multi-media art exhibition presented by the Phoenix Group of Dallas.

THE PHOENIX GROUP started in 2001 when a group of 8 artists -mostly strangers to each other- came together to explore the concept of reinventing themselves as artists. What emerged was a small and closely bonded community called The Phoenix Group.

For the past three years, the organization has helped each within the group to discover or rediscover their own voices and visions as artists. The mutual support, exchange of information and motivation has given each group member the confidence and courage to step out in new directions, exploring new capabilities and expanding limits. This exhibition is the first fruit of that community.

The Phoenix Group feels that the Bath House Cultural Center is very accessible, reaching out to the community and encouraging community involvement. The last few years have been a difficult for our country and for many of us as individuals. The result of this group’s experience has been to instill a future focus and a strong feeling of hope.

The artists whose work will be represented in the exhibition are:

Ann Adams, Diana Chase, Sheila Cunningham, Annie Davis, Pat Payton, Susan Roberts, Monica SeMarier and Elena Shoemaker.

A RECEPTION WITH THE ARTISTS will be held on Sunday, March 7, 2004 from 2 to 5 PM. Reception patrons will also be able to attend the free White Rock Rhythms jazz concert featuring BL Lacerta and Jazz Combo # 1 at 2 PM. Both, the exhibition and the opening reception are free and open to the public.