Nicki's Central West End Guide
an urban news journal
Before I knew about the breadth of Tiélere Cheatam’s artistic talents, it was Tiélere’s style that caught my eye. This photograph is an example, taken as Tiélere emerged from modeling at the CWE’s Gateway Academy of Classical Art. Over the past few years, I’ve shared photos of Tiélere painting at CWE events such as…
Several weeks ago, Head of School Alexis Wright emailed that New City School, which has traditionally participated in St. Louis City’s Gay Pride Parade downtown, had decided instead to plan their own parade through the CWE North’s Commercial District. The date was set for Saturday, June 22 at 10 a.m. However, the day…
Tanner Steslow, co-owner with Max Berman and artist Ted Collier of the CWE’s Square One Gallery, explained that Dopamine, the arresting title for the gallery’s second exhibition, was chosen to pose the question, “Can art be medicine?” By showing pieces “that are bright and fun, we’re demonstrating that art can bring instantaneous feelings of joy.”…