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  Don Hershman Elton Ilirjani With Julia Ilirjani Fresh off the heels of his last sold-out show in New York, ‘Donald and Victor:  Under the Influence,’ visionary artist Don Hershman turned his passion once again into purpose with his newest exhibition of 20 paintings entitled “The Art of Code Switching,” which debuted at the Salomon Arts Gallery in Manhattan’s Tribeca district.   The show is a brilliant symphony of single and double imagery enmeshing color and shadows – used as a metaphor for the increasing need for social navigation.  People of color, women and the LGBTQ community are once again faced with Code Switching, a social tool altering language and behavior and becoming increasingly compulsory within today’s shifting political climate.  “Like many artists, my paintings are an expression of my personal and political surroundings.  It’s 2023.  This is what’s happening.” Sparkling Wine served at the reception was supplied courtesy of Single Marr...

  SEXUALITY AND SHADOWS Award-winning artist Donald Hershman is bringing his captivating art to Provincetown’s Bear Week. This summer the “SEXUALITY AND SHADOWS“ exhibit will premiere at PTown’s one and only ArT LoVe GaLLerY (445 Commercial Street). New artwork on display from July 9 to July 17, 2022 will showcase a celebration of the male form and a play on the inanimate. Hershman, who is fresh off the heels of multiple American exhibits from a sold-out show in Manhattan to displays in Dallas and Palm Springs will take on a unique look at the male images with other subjects such as a dog in the desert, tulips, or a desk with shadow. “I am extremely privileged to introduce my newest works at the ArT LoVe GaLLerY during Bear Week in Provincetown. This show is a tribute to my fellow members of the LGBTQ community,” Hershman reflects. “In creating these exciting new paintings, I’ve integrated the stark shadows, rich color, and cropping practices traditionally used with my still life a...

Jean Shafiroff  Judith Kasen-Windsor With Jean Shafiroff New York Attorney General Letitia James and leading officials attend Edie’s Backyard BBQ to Benefit the David E. Rogers, M.D. Center soon to be the Edie Windsor Center at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital. Special guests included: Alphonso David, Chief Counsel to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Rebecca A. Seawright, New York Assembly Member and other distinguished leaders. Over 250 guests attended the annual Edie’s Backyard BBQ to benefit the David E. Rogers, M.D. Center at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, soon to be named the Edie Windsor Center. Adriana Cleveland With Suzette Smoot & Liliana Narbone  Letitia James  New York Assembly Member Fred W. Thiele Jr., Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman, Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist and author and Robert Chaloner, Chief Administrative Officer of Stony Brook Southampton Hospital joined guests for a fun-filled afternoon at ...

Hot Topics: Ellen Degeneres calls Academy on Kevin Hart’s behalf. Ana Navarro says allowing Hart to host “could be a teaching moment”: “We have got to let go of people who have apologized. If people are going to evolve, what’s the point of evolving if you’re not going to move on?” “When is a person allowed to evolve? When is a person allowed to become an ally? And I think he should be allowed… And I would like to see him become the host of the Oscars and use the opportunity … to become that ally,” Sunny Hostin adds. “I think that he has to come out and say ‘I was wrong, that is ignorance – we have people who are killing themselves...’ he hasn’t said any of that," Meghan McCain says. “Being LGBT and young in this country, especially in places [like] where I’m from in the middle of the country isn't always easy.” “Just say ‘I’m really sorry and I would like to take this opportunity and this platform to use it’” she adds. Courtesy Of: ABC / Disney  

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Adam Rippon In case you missed it, here are some of the highlights from the HRC Los Angeles Dinner recently. Adam Rippon gave a stunning speach. “One word best describes Adam Rippon — fierce,” said HRC President Chad Griffin. “By being out and proud, Adam is bringing LGBTQ visibility to a whole new level while capturing the hearts of millions around the world with his incredible talent and personality. He isn’t afraid to use his global platform to speak out for equality, and we are proud to honor him with the HRC Visibility Award at the 2018 HRC Los Angeles Dinner.” Adam Rippon made history as the first openly gay U.S. American male figure skater to compete in the Olympic games. Rippon publicly sparred with Mike Pence in the press and on social media, bringing a new focus on Pence’s long anti-LGBTQ record. Rippon publicly voiced his concern over Pence leading the diverse U.S. delegation to the Olympics. Maxine Waters You definitely shouldn't ...