Female artists and performers celebrate ‘Divine Wisdom’ in new exhibit

The show runs Feb. 16-17

Feb 13, 2024 at 11:12 am

Dawn Marie Smith, “Flip Phone.” Courtesy photo

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This is a group show of feminine power. Opening on Friday, Divine Wisdom: Femme Alchemy Through Contemporary Art and Performance includes visual art by five female artists working in Detroit along with multiple installations and performances at the Jam Handy. It features work on feminine identity, sexuality, and occult practices by Shaina Kasztelan, Sara Nickleson, Olivia Guterson, Dawn Marie Smith, and Sedona Cohen. There will also be floral art by Four Leaf Clover Studios, aerial silks by Dari Blythe, a piano and vocal performance by Chakrubs founder Vanessa Cuccia, a Suzy Poling light installation, tattoo models styled in Supernatural Lingerie, and a DJ set by FemmeDom Detroit founder Petra Steele. “As a curator, I explore how feminine power can be inculcated through art, meditation, sexuality, psychedelics, and other experiences,” Divine Wisdom curator Samara Furlong said about the show. “These five artists channel energy and knowledge through their artistic processes into work that creates conversation and community. They are speaking to the collective consciousness and creating a space for growth and healing. Artmaking for these women is an alchemical process — a means for transforming the world around them and us.”

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20 things to do in Detroit this weekend (Feb. 16-18)

Visionary NightWhen: Feb. 17 from 6-8:30 p.m.Where: The CommonsWhat: An open mic and art eventWho: The Vision DetroitWhy: The stage will be open for performers of any kind, plus art supplies will be provided for anyone who wants to chill and draw while enjoying the show.

Latin American RevoltsWhen: Feb. 16 from 6-8 p.m.Where: Garage CulturalWhat: A panel on the struggles against imperialism and neo-fascismWho: Pablo Abufom and the Michigan General Defense CommitteeWhy: Anti-capitalist writer Pablo Abufom, along with other activists, will share dialogue on perspectives about recent uprisings in Chile and Latin America, the historical and current resistance of the Palestinian people, and struggles for liberation in the US.

The Dirty ShowWhen: Feb. 16 and 17 from 7 p.m.-2 a.m.Where: Russell Industrial CenterWhat: An international erotic art exhibitionWho: Many artists and burlesque performersWhy: Enjoy over 300 pieces of art by over 200 artists from around the country and across the globe, plus an awesome stage show.

Johnny Cash - The Official Concert ExperienceWhen: Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m.Where: Fisher TheatreWhat: A multifaceted concert experienceWho: Johnny Cash fansWhy: The event will screen performances from The Johnny Cash TV show above the stage, accompanied by a live tribute band and singers.

Friday Night LightsWhen: Feb. 16 from 8 p.m.-midnightWhere: Rock Local Entertainment Cafe, Highland ParkWhat: Local poets and musiciansWho: Hosted by Knologie, featuring Detroit performers Brizzl and Drizzy Dria, with sounds by DJ Swoo.Why: The event is part of a week-long music, art, and poetry conference MAPCON hosted by Jewels of Detroit, inspired by the group’s summertime MAP Fest.

Nosaj Thing B2B Jacques GreeneWhen: Feb. 16 from 9 p.m.-2 a.m.Where: Leland City ClubWhat: Electronic dance musicWho: Nosaj Thing and Jacques GreeneWhy: The widely-known EDM DJs are currently on a North American tour.

Roses are PinkWhen: Feb. 16 from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.Where: Big PinkWhat: A Valentine’s Day R&B dance partyWho: Detroit DJs Blaaqgold and Donovan GloverWhy: Get lit to some soul-filling R&B music with your lover or in hopes of finding one.

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Randiah Camille Green

After living in Japan and traveling across Asia, Randiah Camille Green realized Detroit will always be home. And when she says Detroit, she's talking about the hood, not the suburbs. She has bylines in Planet Detroit News , Bridge Detroit , BLAC magazine, and Model D .Her favorite pastimes are meditating on...