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Happenings and Announcements related to SylviaPaints or the Akron, OH Arts Community

Akron on Deck III Participant!

August 7th, 2024

My artwork “Cast the First Stone” will be in the Akron on Deck III playing cards as the 4 of Diamonds! This image captured a reference photo from Akron landmark Nervous Dog Cafe at their Wallhaven location. I am very grateful to be included in another round of this iconic Akron venture by ART X LOVE . Thank you!

(My piece Mary Coyle was featured in Akron on Deck II)

Read more about this 3rd deck and preorder at the link. They will be available in November.

2025 Akron Soul Train Residency Applications Now Open!

August 1st, 2024

The Akron Soul Train application for 2025 Artist Residencies is officially open! My residency with AST was transformative for my art practice so I will forever promote them. Read more and apply at the button below.

P.S. This year I’m a Guest Juror on the Selection Committee! I am so thankful for this honor of helping choose the next round of recipients. The application is open until September 30th, 2024. Don’t wait!

Sylvia Sykes selected for BIPOC+ Exhibition at Summit Artspace!

January 30th, 2024