PARADISE LOST

Paradise lost is the title of the epic poem BY 17th century english poet John Milton. In this 10 book series (published 1667) Milton describes the temptation of Adam and Eve by the fallen angel and their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. It is also considered as the story of the fall of man. In Nov. 23, 1981 James Kelly re-used this title in an article published by time magazine. This article dealt with the precarious duality Miami was going thru as a tourist city and crime capital of the united states. Kelly found a correlation, he titled his piece : "Paradise Lost" making reference to the loss of innocence due to temptation. Twelve artists were invited to intertwining this literary pieces and use them as subject matter in a body of work created for this showing.

Opening Reception : Wednesday, December 3rd 2008
9 pm to 11:31pm

Music video Release:
Jose el Rey's "We are the Players" directed by Gustavo Oviedo

Performance by Jose el Rey at 12:00 am