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Beyond the Brush:

What the Hands Remember

Beyond the Brush: What the Hands Remember is a cross-disciplinary documentary and exhibition project that reimagines how we experience art and the artists behind it. Through six mini-documentaries, original artworks, and interactive programming, the project explores the intersections of identity, culture, and creativity within South Florida’s vibrant arts community.

Hosted at MAD Arts in Dania Beach and funded by the Broward Cultural Division and the Community Foundation of Broward, Beyond the Brush invites audiences to connect deeply with the people, stories, and passions that shape artistic expression.

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What The Hands Remember

What The Hands Remember — an immersive exhibition exploring memory, identity, and creative expression through film, fiber, photography, and mixed media.

Upcoming events

  • What the Hands Remember

    July 16, 2026 – August 2, 2026
    MAD Arts | Dania Beach, Florida

    Opening Reception, Thursday, July 16th, 2026, 6 pm-9 pm

    Step inside the worlds of Yochi Y. Avin, Marina Font, Karla Kantorovich, Magda Love, Aurora Morali, and Lisu Vega, where immersive documentaries reveal their stories alongside original artworks that transform process, inspiration, and memory into vivid, tactile experiences.

  • Storytelling Through The Lens: Filmmaking for Artists

    July 25, 2026, 11 am - 3 pm MAD Arts | Dania Beach

    Storytelling Through the Lens: An Introduction to Filmmaking for Artists empowers creatives to transform their artwork, processes, and stories into captivating films. Using accessible tools like smartphones and free editing apps, participants learn to craft visual narratives, amplify their voices, and share their art with the world.

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  • Collage of diverse women in various settings, including at an art or craft store with colorful yarn, in an indoor space with a gray background, and in a modern indoor environment, displaying different expressions and styles.

    The Artists

    Discover the women visual artists behind What the Hands Remember —multidisciplinary creators sharing their journeys, inspirations, and visions.

    The Artists
  • A woman with blonde curly hair smiling and wearing a black top and gold jewelry.

    The Filmmaker

    Emmy-winning Cuban-American photojournalist, filmmaker, and mixed-media artist Taimy Alvarez explores identity, memory, and cultural heritage through photography, film, and mixed-media artwork. She creates award-winning documentaries and art that bridge artists’ stories with audiences, fostering dialogue and connection.

    The Filmmaker
  • Black and white photograph of a Nikon DSLR camera with a zoom lens, positioned to show the front of the lens and reflective glass, capturing a reflection of a person and surroundings.

    The Project

    Beyond the Brush: What the Hands Remember is a cross-disciplinary documentary and exhibition project that transforms how artists’ stories are shared and experienced. By going beyond the canvas, it unveils the people behind the art—their backgrounds, techniques, inspirations, and creative journeys—inviting audiences into intimate, immersive encounters that deepen understanding and connection.

    The Project

With Gratitude

This project is made possible through the generous support of the Broward Cultural Division and the Community Foundation of Broward, alongside MAD Arts and its founder, Marc Aptakin. Backed by a 2026 Broward Innovation Grant, their commitment to fostering local creativity transforms artists’ voices into immersive experiences, celebrating South Florida’s vibrant and diverse artistic landscape.

Broward County, Florida logo with a sun illustration, blue and orange text, and slogan 'Cultural & Arts' at the bottom.

Broward Cultural Division

Logo of the Community Foundation of Broward with abstract graphic and text.

Community Foundation of Broward

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MAD Arts, 481 S Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL.