Past Artists for 2024 BAM Thursdays
May 2024
May 30
Artist Diamond Young with DJ William Alexander and El Mercadito vendors.
Meet the May Participating Artists
Diamond Young is an alumni at The Columbus College of Art & Design in Columbus Ohio where she attained her BFA in Fine Arts. Diamond’s professional practice falls into oil paintings of portraits and environmental substances that involve racism, political issues, drugs, violence and urban history. Check out her Instagram.
William Alexander, is one of the best kept secrets in Columbus, Ohio. Spinning the best acid jazz, house and lofi hiphop, William Alexander is a must see. Check out his Instagram.
June 2024
June 6
Artist Andrew Lundberg from Franklinton Scrawl with music from Morasso.
June 13
Gravity artist Ariel Peguero with DJ O Sharp.
June 20
Black Future Month with artists Arris’ J. Cohen, Lance Johnson, and Diamond Young with music from DJ B Redi and TheLizaEffect. Plus, a special performance featuring poet Ajanaé Dawkins and dancer Niaya Sayavong in the Pavilion from 6:00–7:00 PM.
June 27
Pride themed BAM with artist Niko Taylor, DJ Mox, and Mystic Market Vendors. Plus a special performance by Boyoncé from 7:00–9:00 PM!
Meet the June Participating Artists
Andrew Lundberg, a painter, sculptor and fabricator in Franklinton, Ohio specializing in large-scale public art installations. His passion lies in the creation of public works that engage and captivate viewers, transforming public spaces into dynamic environments. Check out his Instagram.
Billy Morasso is a musician, music producer, live performer, and DJ born in Charlotte, North Carolina. Currently, based in Columbus, Ohio. His latest release on the Chicago record label Satellite Era, was a collaborative effort with Phoenix-based producer Undulae. The label’s first collaborative EP, “Boundary Test” combines organic hardware production with cutting-edge sound design via modern devices and aims to set a standard for experimental club music. A co-founder of Asheville, NC’s “party w/djs” and Columbus, OH’s “Charging Area,” morasso has begun to establish himself as an upcoming voice in the landscape of hybridized dance music. Check out his Instagram.
Ariel Peguero (he/him) is a Dominican-American artist who holds a BFA in advertising and graphic design from Columbus College of Art & Design, with a minor in fine arts. Peguero is active in the Columbus arts community as a muralist and graphic designer who often blends technology with analogous art-making methods, including work with augmented reality in murals, workshops and gallery experiences. Check out his Instagram. Image by Adam Cairns.
DJ O Sharp Instagram.
Black Future Month Columbus: I See You in the Future
Taking inspiration from Hugo-winning author N.K. Jemisin and the Afrofuturist movement, Black Future Month Columbus invites you to envision the African-diaspora heritage and cultural influence of our city leading us forward, into a bright tomorrow for all.
Arris’ J. Cohen (Sir’ra) is renowned for vibrant murals and an innovative approach to visual storytelling with striking acrylic paintings, Cohen is an emerging visionary who blends artistry with education while igniting community engagement and dialogue through his captivating works. Check out his Instagram.
Lance Johnson is a visual artist who is inspired by words. The foundation of each piece he creates is the layering of words throughout each canvas. He feels that words of inspiration are the soul of his work. Words have power and his goal as an artist is to create art that will resonate positively and evolve with each viewing. Check out his Instagram.
Diamond Young is an alumni at The Columbus College of Art & Design in Columbus Ohio where she attained her BFA in Fine Arts. Diamond’s professional practice falls into oil paintings of portraits and environmental substances that involve racism, political issues, drugs, violence and urban history. Check out her Instagram.
Bryan Redic aka DJ B Redi, has been DJing for 8+ years. Over that span of time, his musical range has expanded from hip hop and R&B to house music and ampiano. His diverse taste has allowed him to provide vibes in different spaces throughout Columbus, OH! Check out his Instagram.
Elisa Redic aka TheLizaEffect, is a multidisciplinary creative entrepreneur based out of Columbus, OH. While she holds space for many titles, DJing was one of her first creative pursuits. Elisa intertwines her diverse musical palette to create a genre-bending, unique experience at any event. Check out her Instagram.
Ajanaé Dawkins is an interdisciplinary poet, theologian, and performance artist. She writes about the lived experiences of Black women to explore the politics of faith, grief, sisterhood, and sensuality. She has been published in The Rumpus, Frontier Poetry and underbelly, and more. Ajanaé is a co-host of the VS Podcast and the Theology Editor for the EcoTheo Review, and the 2024 Urban Arts Space Artist-in-Residence. Check out her Instagram.
Niaya Sayavong Instagram.
Niko Taylor specializes in satirical digital & acrylic art. With a touch of expressionistic color, minimalist pop, & comedy, their passion is to translate our reality in order to connect humanity. Check out their Instagram.
DJ Mox has been a DJ/Producer since 2003 and can be seen behind the decks at various events & clubs around Columbus and beyond. Check out their Instagram.
Boyoncé is a local Drag Entertaintress, check out his Instagram.
July
July 4
CLOSED for the holiday
July 11
Artist Laney Zweydorff with music from DJ Nordiq from 5:00–7:30 PM and Abernathy Miller from 7:30–10:00 PM. Plus special performances inspired by Marie Laurencin: Sapphic Paris from Anna and the Annadroids at 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM.
July 18
Gravity fashion design and textile artist Hyde Ebright will be joined by three freestyle dancers in upcycled garments with music from DJ Satele. Plus, enjoy entertainment from two stilt walkers from Megababe Entertainment from 7:00–9:00 PM.
July 25
Artist Steve Ehret from Franklinton Scrawl with music from Earthworm and El Mercadito vendors.
Meet the July Participating Artists
Laney Zweydorff is a lifelong artist from Columbus, Ohio known for her captivating exploration of themes such as dreams, mental health, and personal development. As she continues to evolve as a painter, Laney aims to inspire others through her work and leave a lasting impact on the art world and beyond.
Check out her Instagram!
Ty Williams (aka DJ Nordiq) is a musician, producer, writer, poet and radio host based in Columbus, Ohio. As a DJ, he specializes in energetic international music and all things off the beaten path.
Check out his Instagram!
Abernathy Miller is “Your Girl’s Bathroom Bestie.” Pulling focus at a party near you.
Check out her Instagram!
Anna and The Annadroids are a multi-media dance and aerial troupe based in Columbus, Ohio. They will be celebrating their 20rth anniversary of dance and performance next year in 2025! Follow them on Instagram and sign up for their newsletter exciting updates about the performance schedule.
Artistic Director, Anna Sullivan recently opened a Pilates, Barre, and yoga studio in Worthington, OH called Body Intuit.
Check out their Instagram!
Hyde Ebright is a designer from the southside of Columbus, OH, who focuses on inclusivity, adaptivewear, and sustainability. With his brand FREE:ASSOCIATION he works 1 on 1 with clients creating custom garments for people and also creates upcycled garments and uses only second hand / waste fabrics. He also creates textile art through dyeing and manipulation.
Check out his Instagram!
Satele is a DJ, music producer, and event planner known for his energetic sets, genre-blending sound, and memorable parties. Raised in Columbus, Ohio, he has made his mark playing various venues and festivals nationwide including AC3 Festival, Comfest, and Winterbrite Festival just to name a few. He has released original music, remixes, and DJ mixes that have amassed over 500K plays collectively on SoundCloud. Satele created a monthly party called “Where You At” that aims to cultivate a community where people can connect with like-minded individuals while enjoying amazing music. He hopes to continue to utilize his skill set to create community-based events and experiences.
Check out his Instagram!
MegaBabe Entertainment is an entertainment company based out of Akron, Ohio providing top tier entertainment for your events. We specialize in circus acts, fire flow arts, stilt walking, character acting, costuming and more. We love to create an immersive experience with guest while adding a little creativity and fun to your event.
Check out their Instagram!
Steve Ehret (Monster Steve) is a self-taught painter inspired by both the natural world (and bustling cities or towns). He takes in his surroundings as most humans tend to, but he’s inspired by the little moments, textures and variances in time or color that maybe some don’t highlight or miss altogether. He makes careful observations of moss spreading over a fallen tree, or the way Terry talks to his lonely neighbor. The way Carl screams at his mom for not getting him the super sized fry. He takes mental notes, snapshots of these scenes that can often inspire the phantasmal settings of his paintings. Characters or beings of all shapes and sizes pop up often just to interact or hang within these places. His goal is not realism, but rather a sense of gravity, atmosphere, wonder, grief and at times humor. whether working in oils, with mixed media, or on a mural. His pieces can almost be viewed as an escape from every day life but underneath it all there we are.
Check out his Instagram!
August
August 1
Artist Arris’ J. Cohen with music from DJ Titonton Duvante.
August 8
Gravity artist Ariel Peguero with music from Restart House Music.
August 15
Gravity fashion design and textile artist Hyde Ebright will be “sun dyeing” paints on a live textile fabric, with music from the Damn Girl DJs. Plus, enjoy entertainment from two stilt walkers from Megababe Entertainment from 7:00–9:00 PM.
August 22
Gravity ceramicist Kerry Boganwright with music from Kenny Lectro. Plus dance performances from Anna and the Annadroids at 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM.
K–12 Teachers: Show your teacher ID for a complimentary treat from 5:00–7:00 PM.
August 29
Artist Ayuka Shichinohe from Franklinton Scrawl, along with music by J. Testarossa and Mystic Market vendors.
Friday, August 30 from 5:00–9:00 PM
Don’t miss BAM UnderCurrent!
Located at the corner of Gay and High Street
Learn more here
Meet the August Participating Artists
Arris’ J. Cohen (Sir’ra) is renowned for vibrant murals and an innovative approach to visual storytelling with striking acrylic paintings, Cohen is an emerging visionary who blends artistry with education while igniting community engagement and dialogue through his captivating works. Check out his Instagram.
Check out his Instagram!
Titonton Duvante has long been a cult favorite of those who know for well over two decades. Hailing from Columbus in Ohio, his musical and heady sound has a certain kick to it that root you to the floor yet always help you arrive at your destination. With more than 25 years in the industry, he has kept himself at the forefront of the scene both as a DJ and producer.
Check out his Instagram!
Ariel Peguero (he/him) is a Dominican-American artist who holds a BFA in advertising and graphic design from Columbus College of Art & Design, with a minor in fine arts. Peguero is active in the Columbus arts community as a muralist and graphic designer who often blends technology with analogous art-making methods, including work with augmented reality in murals, workshops and gallery experiences.
Check out his Instagram! Image by Adam Cairns.
Restart House Music is a collective of DJs, producers and artists who share a love for true House music. Our weekly Columbus-based House night was founded in 2002 by DJs Christina Coles (Ororo) and Nathan Rouke (Sparrow) as a means to revitalize the local House music scene. It served both as a venue for them to play the music they loved and as a place where new DJ talent could cut their teeth in front of a crowd. A decade and a half later the night is still run by Christina and her DJ partner Brian Salyer (Dingo8), and continues to be Columbus Ohio’s longest running weekly House music event. It is our sincerest wish to play an active role in preserving the peace, unity, love and fun that is the soul of House. In a world full of fast food music we strive to be a getaway for those who appreciate a home cooked meal.
Check out their Instagram!
Hyde Ebright is a designer from the southside of Columbus, OH, who focuses on inclusivity, adaptivewear, and sustainability. With his brand FREE:ASSOCIATION he works 1 on 1 with clients creating custom garments for people and also creates upcycled garments and uses only second hand / waste fabrics. He also creates textile art through dyeing and manipulation.
Check out his Instagram!
The Damn Girl DJs are DJ BLCKUNICORN, DJ Charles Erickson and DJ Donnie M. Damn Girl, a monthly disco & funk party in Columbus.
You can find out more about Damn Girl and their upcoming events here, or check out their Instagram.
MegaBabe Entertainment is an entertainment company based out of Akron, Ohio providing top tier entertainment for your events. We specialize in circus acts, fire flow arts, stilt walking, character acting, costuming and more. We love to create an immersive experience with guest while adding a little creativity and fun to your event.
Check out their Instagram!
Kerry Boganwright is a ceramic sculptor and potter specializing in tactile and responsive art, fostering a sensory dialogue between the viewer and the material. Her work draws from natural forms and spatial psychology, using textural glazes and organic shapes to invite touch and reflection. Kerry’s pieces, often perceived as artifacts of moments, reflect a meditative process of creation and an exploration of the timeless connection between artist and observer.
Check out her Instagram!
Kenny Lectro started out as a radio DJ focused on underground electronic music. These tunes fuel his life and his live sets run the gamut from chillout for laidback atmospheres to non-stop dancefloor energy. Known for DJing elaborate theme parties, he has played all over the place – from house party basements to Burning Man to wineries to Sparkle Parties and Cosmic Discos! He also performs as one half of The Lectros with his wife Lindsay, who provides visuals while he fills the air with sound.
Anna and The Annadroids are a multi-media dance and aerial troupe based in Columbus, Ohio. They will be celebrating their 20rth anniversary of dance and performance next year in 2025! Follow them on Instagram and sign up for their newsletter exciting updates about the performance schedule.
Artistic Director, Anna Sullivan recently opened a Pilates, Barre, and yoga studio in Worthington, OH called Body Intuit.
Check out their Instagram!
Ayuka Shichinohe is a painter, designer, and plushie maker! Her work is inspired by her cultural background and everyday experiences. Her family is from Japan and she have been living in the U.S. her entire life. Her experience with both cultures has made her appreciate the importance of culture and self-identity. She has been exploring different mediums, canvases, and audiences to hopefully gain more knowledge to educate and positively influence people through her paintings.
Check out her Instagram.
