Texan-French Alliance for the Arts

Thank you all for your interest in the administrative and communication assistance position with the Texan-French Alliance for the Arts.

We are closing this opportunity as we have received enough applications. We appreciate your interest and support.🧡

-Important announcement-

The Texan-French Alliance for the Arts is looking for administrative assistance in communicating and planning events.

This role would be remote, and the time commitment would range from 5 to 20 hours per month.

French language skills are not required. If you are that person, please contact us through this portal. Merci!
Scott LaTulipe - Yvonamor Palix Fine Arts

Happy 4th of July to everyone!
Today and always, let's cherish the values upon which the United States was built: freedom, courage, and unity. Let's celebrate those who have fought and continue to fight for these ideals, inspiring us to pursue a brighter tomorrow and build a future where every individual can pursue happiness and thrive 🧡🙏

Supporting the French Cultures Festival that is organized by the Cultural Service of the French Embassy in Houston and is thrilled to share with us the 2024 French Cultures Festival Calendar!
👉 https://www.frenchculturesfestival.com/
Join us for a month of events in Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas!
📅 March 20th - April 20th, 2024

📢 Ready to kick-off the French Cultures Festival?
Join us on March 22nd, 7:30pm, at Discovery Green in Houston for a talk with award-winning writer Alain Mabanckou 🖊️

From 🎨 Visual Art to 🎵 Music, 🩰 Dance, 🎬 Cinema, 🎧, 👦 Educational events, 📚 Literature, 👩‍🏫 Lectures,🍷 Wine tasting and 🥐 Gastronomy events, you will certainly find what you are looking for... and more!
Make sure to regularly check the calendar as more events will be added in the coming days!

Consulate of France in Houston

🌟 Finding Unity in Diversity 🌍🏡
In one of our recent Be the Peace Be the Hope socio-emotional community class, our wonderful students embarked on a creative journey about building a supportive community. Their artistry beautifully depicted the tapestry of our diverse world. 🎨

They sketched vibrant circles, each a different hue, symbolizing people from various corners of the globe. These circles gracefully encircled houses, which they identified as their own, adorned with blooming flowers representing the beauty within our community. 🌺🏡

And let's not forget our furry and feathered friends, an integral part of their surroundings.
But it didn't stop there. Hearts dotted their canvas, representing the love that binds us as a community. Lush grass sprouted, signifying, according to them, their commitment to a clean, green environment. 🌿💚

Their artworks were a profound statement about the interconnectedness within our community. Each piece contributing to the greater whole, fostering unity and optimism among our students. ✨
Heartfelt thanks to the Alliance for Multicultural Community Services for your loyal support of this vital work 💖

Let's cherish this beautiful reminder that, despite our differences, we are all threads in the same tapestry, and together, we create a masterpiece. 💖 "

Celebrating Unity and Resilience: Art's Healing Power in Turbulent Times 🌍🎨

Yesterday afternoon and last night, our Be the Peace Be the Hope team and I held art classes on the theme of community for our Afghan students.
I chose to use the symbol of a forest of trees to illustrate the idea of a community where individuals support each other, sharing the research that demonstrates how trees communicate and provide mutual support through their intricate network of roots and fungi.

During the classes, the children had the opportunity to create their own unique trees using the Zentangle technique.
In this creative environment, they shared their affection for the diverse countries represented in the room, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Venezuela, Syria, and France. They also expressed their sadness concerning the recent earthquake in Afghanistan and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Yet, amidst these challenges, they found solace and hope in art, which brought them a sense of peace. They spoke about their aspirations for the flowers and trees they had created, hoping that they would thrive and grow, symbolizing their own resilience.
Throughout these classes, there was an exchange of love and understanding between us and the students. It was a truly beautiful and peaceful moment, providing a much-needed break during these turbulent times we all face on our planet.

Thank you Flore Thevoux for supporting us with your artistic talents, and helping me with the facilitation. Heartfelt thanks for our awesome team, including Cynthia Joelle, Diana Vasquez, Amjad Anwar and Abdul Wesal for your commitment to our students' cause! Celebrating Unity and Resilience: Art's Healing Power in Turbulent Times 🌍🎨

Yesterday afternoon and last night, our Be the Peace Be the Hope team and I held art classes on the theme of community for our Afghan students.
I chose to use the symbol of a forest of trees to illustrate the idea of a community where individuals support each other, sharing the research that demonstrates how trees communicate and provide mutual support through their intricate network of roots and fungi.

During the classes, the children had the opportunity to create their own unique trees using the Zentangle technique.
In this creative environment, they shared their affection for the diverse countries represented in the room, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Venezuela, Syria, and France. They also expressed their sadness concerning the recent earthquake in Afghanistan and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Yet, amidst these challenges, they found solace and hope in art, which brought them a sense of peace. They spoke about their aspirations for the flowers and trees they had created, hoping that they would thrive and grow, symbolizing their own resilience.
Throughout these classes, there was an exchange of love and understanding between us and the students. It was a truly beautiful and peaceful moment, providing a much-needed break during these turbulent times we all face on our planet.

Thank you Flore Thevoux for supporting us with your artistic talents, and helping me with the facilitation. Heartfelt thanks for our awesome team, including Cynthia Joelle, Diana Vasquez, Amjad Anwar and Abdul Wesal for your commitment to our students' cause! Heartfelt Thanks to The Alliance and Miriam Diria for your support and believing in our vital work 🧡
Empowering Through Art 🎨
Empowering Through Art 🎨

🌟On behalf of our entire Texan-French Alliance for the Arts@ and Be the Peace Be the Hope team, I would like to convey our profound appreciation to the Archway Gallery's team, including Becky Soria, Liz Conces Spencer, Harold Joiner and John Bernhard for their outstanding support of our 'Be the Peace Be the Hope' social and emotional healing arts program during their Fifteenth Annual Juried Exhibition.
🎨The dedication and hospitality exhibited by the Archway team have not only made their gallery an inspiring artistic sanctuary for visitors ✨but also a nurturing home for community organizations like ours, which they annually honor during their Juried Exhibition. 🤝Heartfelt thanks for journeying with us and for your generous commitment to our mission. 🧡

🌟On behalf of our entire Texan-French Alliance for the Arts and Be the Peace Be the Hope team, I would like to convey our profound appreciation to the Archway Gallery team, including Becky Soria, Liz Conces Spencer, Harold Joiner and John Bernhard for their outstanding support of our 'Be the Peace Be the Hope' social and emotional healing arts program during their Fifteenth Annual Juried Exhibition.
🎨The dedication and hospitality exhibited by the Archway team have not only made their gallery an inspiring artistic sanctuary for visitors ✨but also a nurturing home for community organizations like ours, which they annually honor during their Juried Exhibition. 🤝Heartfelt thanks for journeying with us and for your generous commitment to our mission. 🧡

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🎨 Join us for an inspiring event at the Archway Gallery's Fifteenth Annual Juried Exhibition Closing Reception this Saturday on July 29!
🎉 This incredible evening celebrates inspiring artists, Archway Gallery’s cultural work, and supports Be the Peace Be the Hope's social and emotional healing arts programs, empowering children and youth in underserved schools and communities. Artists will speak about their work and there will be Live music by Heights Fools on Stools. 🌟
📅 Date: July 29 🕰️ Time: 6-8 pm 📍 Location: 2305 Dunlavy
Together, let's discover how to make a difference and create a positive impact through the power of art. ❤️ Learn more about this meaningful cause and the amazing artists at the exhibition by visiting: https://www.archwaygallery.com/
Special thanks to Liz Conces Spencer, Becky Soria, John Bernhard, Harold Joiner and many more for your support

Happy Bastille Day to my French compatriots! Un Bon 14 juillet à toutes et tous!
Celebrating Liberty, Equality, Fraternity and Solidarity!
With love and gratitude ❤️

🧡We are the path to love and positive transformation... Thank you to Archway Gallery team, John Bernhard, Liz Conces Spencer, Becky Soria, Harold Joiner, and many more for being a source of inspiration, love and support to the Houston Community, Youth and children 🧡
Get ready to see the wonderful works of art chosen for our Annual Juried Show!
Reception this Saturday, July 8 from 5:00-8:00 pm. Juror's comments and winners announced at 6:30 pm. Light refreshments and valet parking.
Also, this year, the Archway Gallery team and their juror, our dear John Bernhard (artist, photographer, Honorary Consul of Switzerland, publisher/editor-in-chief of ArtHouston Magazine, the only magazine devoted exclusively to the arts in Houston selected Be the Peace Be the Hope to benefit from some of the proceeds of the exhibition.
We hope you will be able to join us and share the event with as many friends as possible. 🧡

Archway 15th Annual Juried Exhibition 2023 July 8 - August 3, 2023 Archway Gallery's Fifteenth Annual Juried Exhibition Benefiting Community Partner Be the Peace - Be the Hope with Juror John Bernhard Opening Reception Saturday, July 8 5 –...