ASI Chill Sessions
ASI Chill Sessions offer a unique gathering where artistic expression and ice cream converge. These “skill share” events are an opportunity to connect, contribute, and grow with fellow creatives who share your passion for the arts.
Did we mention that this is an ice cream social??? As you savor the flavor, be inspired by a curated selection of distinguished artists who will reveal how their unique creative processes have led them to success along with tips and trick that they have learned along the way.
Following the presentations, the conversation deepens with an interactive Q&A segment, designed to be as engaging as it is enlightening. Participation is free, but registration is required! Act fast – tickets will go fast.
CHILL SESSIONS 2024
Wednesday, May 29th 2024
Join us for the first ever “ASI Chill Session,” themed “The Art of Theatre” featuring Curtis Lovell, who will discuss their evolution as a musician/performer and their dedication to perpetuating their family’s legacy through her talents at Ujima.
PRESENTER: Curtis Lovell is an artist born and raised in Buffalo New York, who writes and records music as if each musical piece is its own journal entry, and each performance is an opportunity to sing about what she knows. Influenced by the likes of Jill Scott, Nina Simone, Nat King Cole, and Patsy Cline, Curtis manages to form a new sound that signifies bravery, growth, and authenticity. Curtis Lovell began singing at the ripe age of 4 years old when her mother realized that her child had the gift of perfect pitch. Once she was entering high school, she began to take her hobby seriously as she pulled from her life experiences, wins, and losses, to find her signature sound and style.
TOPIC: The Art of Theatre
LOCATION: Ujima Theatre, 429 Plymouth Ave. Suite #2, Buffalo NY 14213
Wednesday, June 26th 2024
In this Chill Session, digital artist XIII will unveil her unique digitization techniques and share the reasons behind her preference for digital artistry.
PRESENTER: XIII is a dedicated artist and growing system working in Buffalo, NY, whose organic and otherworldly paintings and illustrations aim to blur the lines between our waking, subconscious and manufactured realities.
Being born in the spring, XIII embodies the concept of death and rebirth. Finding inspiration in the flowers that bloom from April showers, XIII conveys messages of hope after loss, through vivid, feminine, and often tearful imagery. This imagery is most often created through the use of acrylic paints, foils and glitters, or by utilizing digital programs, such as Procreate or Photoshop.
TOPIC: Digital Art
LOCATION: El Museo, 91 Allen St, Buffalo, NY 14202
Wednesday, July 31st 2024
Join Beatriz Flores at El Batey Puerto Rican Cultural Center for an inspiring event that celebrates the rich tapestry of Puerto Rican culture through the transformative power of Bomba music and dance.
PRESENTER: Beatriz Flores, founder and Executive Director of El Batey Puerto Rican Cultural Center, champions the empowerment of Puerto Rican communities through the vibrant avenues of culture, music, and history. At the heart of her work lies a profound belief in Bomba — not just as a musical genre, but as the quintessential expression of Puerto Rican history and spirit. For Beatriz, Bomba is more than rhythm; it’s a catalyst for social transformation and a testament to the resilience and richness of Puerto Rican heritage.
TOPIC: Community Engagement
LOCATION: El Batey Puerto Rican Center, 175 Rano St, Buffalo, NY 14207