Extra Virgin Press is Awarded an Ellie by ArtCenter/South Florida


Tom Virgin, Proprietor of Extra Virgin Press has been funded by The Ellies, Miami’s visual arts awards, presented by ArtCenter/South Florida. My project will create a series of artist’s books that engage conversations on contemporary concerns in our neighborhoods. I am grateful for this opportunity to work with ArtCenter, collaborating writers, and fellow visual artists. For more information, see the following links:

https://www.miamiherald.com/entertainment/visual-arts/article220455085.html

https://www.miaminewtimes.com/arts/artcenter-south-florida-announces-winners-of-the-ellies-awards-2018-10852135

https://www.artforum.com/news/artcenter-south-florida-awards-nearly-500-000-to-miami-based-artists-77321

https://www.culturedmag.com/edouard-duval-carrie-receives-the-elliess-michael-richards-award/

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Established in 1984, ArtCenter/South Florida is a non-profit that advances the knowledge and practice of contemporary visual arts and culture to an audience of approximately 80,000 people per year. ArtCenter/South Florida creates opportunities for experimentation and encourages the critical exchange of ideas through residencies, exhibitions, public programs, education and outreach. The residency programs include a Studio Residency Program, a Cinematic Arts Program, an International Exchange Program, a PRINTshop Residency Program and an Art in Public Life Residency. Exhibitions and programs at ArtCenter/South Florida are made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council; the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; the Miami Beach Mayor and City Commissioners; the State of Florida, Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs; the Florida Arts Council; the National Endowment for the Arts; and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. For more information, visit www.artcentersf.org