UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Vickie Wilson: My Last Show. “A Celebration of My Life’s Work”
6:30 - 9:00pm
This is an exhibition by Mills Gallery that will both honor and help our ailing friend, renowned local artist Vickie Wilson.
Take a Matisse-loving third-generation abstract painter born on the likes of de Kooning and Pollock, subject her to 18 years of watching graffiti-covered subway trains, blurs of color, screeching brakes, just pure raw emotion. Add some Keith Haring, Studio 54 punk rock, and just plain life in the fast lane.
Vickie Wilson has decided to retire, and she wants the community that loves her so much to have an opportunity to acquire her art at extremely affordable prices. The money collected from this event will be used to make her life easier and to allow her to have closure with that part of her life.
“Now those memories can be transformed by searching for a personal language in art. I am grateful to many friends, artists, and teachers who inspired and challenged my life in all manners, both difficult and uplifting, with a kick in the ass and a kiss.” - Vickie
Family and dear friends are involved in this project, and it would be a lasting event that will allow the art community to honor one of its own. Our artist in residence, Kristy Lee, will be creating and curating this event.
An Opportunity to Help
ARTIST STATEMENT
“By painting tonight, tomorrow I awaken to see my dreams, but not so often here, which is truly the best without censoring. How can I let the subconscious speak? Automatic and abstract meet quite easily with a sleight of hand, like a master hypnotist, bringing forth my unconscious mind set free.
My process blends spontaneity with intention—often using cut-up canvases, glue guns, and bold color choices to transform memories into visual experiences. Someone once told me they wanted to live their life in my colors. I replied: I lived that life—and now I paint it.”
August 28th, 2025
Mark T. Smith Solo Exhibition “The Third Act”
6:30 - 9:00pm
WOW Brand Studios proudly presents The Third Act, a solo exhibition by acclaimed contemporary artist Mark T. Smith at Mills Gallery (Voted Orlando's Best Art Gallery).
Opening to the public on May 30, the exhibition showcases Smith’s bold, expressive works celebrating resilience, transformation, and artistic expression.
Known for his vivid palettes, intricate compositions, and symbolic storytelling, Smith has exhibited globally and collaborated with major brands like Disney, Absolut, and Taco Bell, and is collected by celebrities like Jay Leno, Bang Bang NYC, Elton John, and Neil Diamond.
"The Third Act" exhibition marks his latest evolution as an artist, offering a powerful visual narrative of resilience and creativity.
Curatorial Collaboration with Emerging Talent
In an exciting partnership, The Third Act will be curated by Jillian Pini, as part of the Emerging Curator Program in collaboration with the Delaware Museum of Art and John William Gallery. Pini’s curatorial approach will provide a unique lens through which audiences can engage with Smith’s work, exploring themes of perseverance, identity, and artistic evolution.
An Elevated Art Experience
Guests will enjoy an exclusive evening featuring a curated tasting experience provided by Casa Obsidiana Tequila and The Boisset Collection Wines.
Join Us for an Unforgettable Celebration of Art & Culture
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience Mark T. Smith’s work in an elevated setting that brings together art, music, and fine spirits. Whether you are an art aficionado, collector, or cultural enthusiast, Mark T. Smith: The Third Act promises to be one of Orlando’s most talked-about exhibitions of the year.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Mark T Smith’s work embraces the classic skills of drawing and painting with the balance of a modern mindset. His work is an experiential exploration of the human drama, from the personal right through to the archetypal. The artist has a primary interest in the tactile experience of making beautiful expressions in the traditional forms of drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture.
SEE MORE OF MARK AT:
IG www.instagram.com/marktsmithart
FB www.facebook.com/smithmarkt
WWW www.marktsmith.com
