For more information about the artists, please click on the images below.
Cameron Meade
Humanitarian working at the intersection of social practice and art
Brooklyn, NY
Vickie Pierre
Multi-disciplinary artist
Miami, FL
Cameron Meade
Humanitarian working at the intersection of social practice and art
Brooklyn, NY
Cameron Meade is best known for his painted portraits. Cameron has attended Trestle Artist Residency, the Vermont Studio Center, The Millay Colony for the Arts, the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, and Monson Arts. In 2019 he participated in a group exhibition as a finalist for Miami University’s Young Painter’s Competition, juried by Barry Schwabsky. He was also profiled as a RISING ARTIST by ALL ARTS. He is a 2018 graduate of the MFA program in Painting at Pratt Institute and in 2013 received his B.A. in Psychology and B.S. in Physics from Stanford University, with a Proficiency Notation in Mandarin. He has spent the past ten years working for Starting Right, Now (SRN), a nonprofit organization located in his hometown of Tampa, FL. SRN’s comprehensive program ends the generational cycle of homelessness and poverty for unaccompanied youth. SRN was recognized as a CNN Hero in 2019. Cameron’s art practice is largely inspired by his work at SRN, through which he has cultivated a large unconventional family and realized the immense value of intimate connections.
Vickie Pierre
Multi-disciplinary artist
Miami, FL
Vickie Pierrewas born in Brooklyn, New York where she graduated from the School of Visual Arts in 1997. The artist currently lives and works in Miami where her work is represented by Fredric Snitzer Gallery.
Pierre has participated in solo exhibitions in South Florida at the Little Haiti Cultural Center, Miami, Diana Lowenstein Fine Art, Miami and The Art and Culture Center/ Hollywood, among others.
The artist’s work was included in group shows at Miami Art Museum (now PAMM); ArtCenter South Florida (now Oolite Arts); White Box, New York; National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C. and Inman Gallery, Texas as well as exhibitions at the Musée International des Arts Modestes, France; Museo Arte Contemporáneo de Puerto Rico and Foundation Clement in Martinique. Pierre’s work is included in the traveling exhibition Visionary Aponte, currently on view at the Centro de Desarrollo de las Artes Visuales on the Plaza Vieja in Old Havana, Cuba.
In 2016 Pierre was invited to participate in the All Florida Invitational at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. The following year, she received the 2017 South Florida Cultural Consortium award representing Miami Dade County. Most recently the artist was selected as one of ten artists in the sixth annual 2019 Orlando Museum of Art Florida Prize in Contemporary Art.
Pierre’s artworks can be found in the Progressive Art Collection, Cleveland; Millennium Partners Collection of Contemporary Art at The Four Seasons, Miami; The Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland and Miami-Dade Public Library, among others.
SPECIALTY HARDWOODS FOR SALE
A limited selection of short length (4′ or less) specialty hardwoods (mostly Cuban Mahogany) can be purchased from the Woodshop. Email woodshop@tskw.org for inquiries.
For a wider variety in wood types and length, we recommend our friend on Big Coppitt, Mike. He has a great selection and is nearby. His phone number is (305) 797-5747.
WOODSHOP RULES
No jerks allowed. The Woodshop is a shared space. Be mindful, respectful and patient with the people around you. Keep your space tidy and leave time to clean up before you’re done. The Woodshop Monitor is in charge, but is a human being too, so be nice.
No drinking or drugs. Consumption of alcohol or any substances which may impair judgment or coordination, including medications, are strictly forbidden while any tools are in use, including by others. Similarly, no one under the influence of substances consumed elsewhere is allowed in the Woodshop while tools are in use, including by others.
Keep food outside. You can eat at the tables outside, but keep food and drink (except water) outside of the Woodshop.
Supervision Required. The Woodshop may only be used in the presence of a Monitor who has been designated by The Studios.
Authorization Required. You may only use equipment and tools for which you’ve been authorized by a Woodshop Monitor.
Dress appropriately. Shoes with closed toes required while using tools. No dangling jewelry or clothing, and long hair should be pulled back. Eye covering is required while using power tools.
Know your materials. Know whether any materials you use are toxic, corrosive or flammable. No pressure treated wood. Store and dispose of them properly. Not sure? Read the label or ask the Monitor.
Know where the First Aid Kid is. And report any injuries to the Monitor.
WOODSHOP TOOLS
What We Have…
36” Band saw (Northfield)
Drill press (Delta)
8” Joiner (Powermatic)
Planer (Newman)
Radial arm saw (Dewalt)
Shaper-large (Powermatic)
Shaper-smaller (Grizzly)
10” Table Saw (Powermatic)
Lathe
Tabletop sander
Portable chop saw
Blades – various kinds
Clamps – various kinds
Fasteners – various kinds
Handheld drills
Handheld jigsaws
Work tables
… And What You’ll Need
Sandpaper (can be purchased at the Woodshop)
Blades and bits beyond ordinary use
Fasteners (eg. nails and screws) beyond ordinary use
HOW TO GET HERE
Address: 6810 Front Street, Key West, FL 33040
We’re located in Safe Harbor Marina on Stock Island, just down the docks from Hogfish Bar & Grill.
Shop Time Rates
$30/half day (up to 4 hours)
$50/full day (up to 8 hours)
$180/week (up to 5 days)
$550/month
Payments
Pay for your Shop Time online using the link you receive, or by phone at 305-296-0458 during The Studios regular Box Office Hours (Tue-Sat, 10am-4pm). Bookings must be confirmed by payment at least 24 hours in advance.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel or change your time, email woodshop@tskw.org right away.
Bookings may be cancelled and refunded up to 7 days prior to the booking.
Bookings may be changed to a later date at no additional cost, if notification is received at least 24 hours prior to the original booking.
No refunds will be issued if cancellation is not received at least 24 hours in advance.
Hugh's View Rooftop
With one of the tallest buildings – and most spectacular views – in town, the Hugh’s View rooftop terrace serves as The Studios’ creative space in the sky. The terrace sits four stories above street level and offers panoramic views of the island. The Kitwald Stage glows in the golden twilight of our sunset performances.
Hugh’s View offers:
—Smaller audience sizes
—Outdoor environment
—Intimate experiences
—A rooftop bar that opens one hour prior to show time
Helmerich Theater
With original seating from its days as a Masonic temple, the Helmerich Theater has been updated to also include floor seating. As a black box theater, the set up is intimate but professional, and sets the stage for concerts and performances that leave guests feeling like they really got to know the performer.
Helmerich Theater offers:
—More space and comfortable chairs
—Indoor comforts
—Intimate experiences
—A walk-up counter bar that opens one hour prior to show time
Residency Interest
The period for applying to 2021/22 residencies is now closed. We will begin accepting residencies for the 2022/23 season, which runs from September 2022-August 2023, in January 2022. If you would like to be notified by email when the application period opens again, please fill out this form.
With one of the tallest buildings – and most spectacular views – in town, the Hugh’s View rooftop terrace serves as The Studios’ creative space in the sky. The terrace sits four stories above street level and offers panoramic views of the island. The Kitwald Stage glows in the golden twilight of our sunset performances.
With original seating from its days as a Masonic temple, the Helmerich Theater has been updated to also include floor seating. As a black box theater, the set up is intimate but professional, and sets the stage for concerts and performances that leave guests feeling like they really got to know the performer.