HIGHLIGHTS & FEATURES
A Multi-Dimensional Cultural Story from Asbury Park
Tri City News | May 5, 2022
This article demonstrates the continued power of arts and culture in Asbury Park, despite the enormous pressures of conformity brought on by a historic real estate boom. The story involved two different types of cultural forces in Asbury Park. Click to read the full story.
Painting to the music
The New York Times | October 21, 2021
Watt, an architect and painter from Asbury Park, N.J., is slightly more than two-thirds of the way through a multimedia project in which he does ink-wash images while jazz musicians play. Click to read the full story.
Jim Watt Leads a Riveting Jazz and Painting Performance to Benefit Musicians Imperiled During the Lockdown
New York Music Daily | July 11, 2021
Thursday night at Collab in Bushwick was a rare opportunity to watch painter Jim Watt creating art out of thin air. Click to read the full story.
‘Magical’ Improvised Performance in Bushwick Aims to Raise $100K for Jazz Musicians
BK Reader | July 9, 2021
On Thursday evening, a studio in Bushwick was brought to life with a live, improvised performance between celebrated jazz musicians and an artist painting on stage — all in the name of raising $100,000 for pandemic-impacted jazz players. Click to read the full story.
1000W Announce Benefit Featuring Bill Frisell, Jim Watt, and More
Broadway World | July 6, 2021
1000W is a unique collaboration of art, music, photography and filmmaking… Click to read the full story.
Artist Jim Watt launches multi-media initiative 1000 Watts in an effort to raise $100,000 for the jazz community.
The Jazz Mann | June 9, 2021
1000 Watts aims to raise $100K through sale of 1000 artworks created as musicians improvise, captured on film by photographer/filmmaker Danny Clinch - funds to be distributed to jazz artists in need… Click to read the full story.
Neon Jazz Interview with NYC Visual Artist & Jazz Lover Jim Watt
Neon Jazz | May 25, 2021
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New York Visual Artist & Jazz Lover Jim Watt .. His new project called 1000 Watts aims to raise $100K through sale of 1000 artworks going on sale beginning on May 14th at Jim Kempner Fine Arts… Listen to the full interview.
Jazz at the Shop Kicks Off First Performance of 1000Watts on May 29th
New Jersey Stage | May 25, 2021
On Saturday, May 29th at 8:00pm, Jazz at the Shop kicks off the first performance of 1000Watts with an outdoor performance in Asbury Park featuring Antoine Drye and his selection of musicians… Click to read the full story.
As Museums Slowly Open Up, Feast Your Eyes at These 11 Art-Filled Restaurants
Architectural Digest | March 25, 2021
From Wolfgang Puck’s first Beverly Hills outpost to a soulful eatery in Miami, these restaurants feature art as awe-worthy as their menus. Click to read the full story.
100 Watts by Jim Watt - Interview with Brian Smiga
TEDxAsburyPark | February 18, 2021
Brian Smiga talks to Jim Watt about his 100 Watt series and the “Asbury Paradox”. Click to listen to the full interview.
Dineen Hull Gallery To Hold Closing Reception For "Relatable" On November 19
New Jersey Stage | November 2019
On Tuesday, November 19, the Dineen Hull Gallery at Hudson County Community College bids farewell to the “Relatable” Exhibition with a closing reception from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. The exhibition features emerging and established artists who live or work in New Jersey. The exhibition highlights the age-old question, “Does art imitate life or does life imitate art?” Click to read the full story.
Hudson County Community College to Reveal “Relatable” Art Exhibition on October 4th
Hudson Reporter | September 2019
The Hudson County Community College (HCCC) Department of Cultural Affairs highlights emerging and established New Jersey artists of worldwide acclaim in the new exhibition, “Relatable.” Click to read the full story.
Art By The Ocean: Exhibit No. 9 In Asbury Park
New Jersey Stage | June 28, 2018
Picture an art gallery by the ocean. Tom White knows what you might be thinking — walls being lined with paintings of “sailboats and people with beach umbrellas.” Picture an art gallery by the ocean. Tom White knows what you might be thinking — walls being lined with paintings of “sailboats and people with beach umbrellas.” Exhibit No. 9 is different. Click to read the full story.
Asbury Park gallery hosts Jim Watt exhibit
Asbury Park Press | April 5, 2018
Jim Watt’s influence on Asbury Park dates back to the 1990s. Long before the town’s resurgence, Watt was drawing up the architectural plans for buildings that now house renowned restaurants and bars. Click to read the full story.