So glad to be a part of the 4th annual “Women Celebrate Women” exhibition, a tribute to Women’s History Month!

Curated by Yvonne Lamar-Rogers and Rolinda Ramos, join us on opening night Wednesday, March 6th, 6-9pm at El Barrio’s Artspace PS109. The exhibit will be accessible through March 31st in the Gallery on the main level & the Lower Level.

My second book is finally here! A collection of 30 poems written in 30 days for National Poetry Month.

 So excited to be displaying a piece of work with The Openings Artist Collective for their Fall Exhibit!

Artists will be responding to this question:
How are you, as an artist, navigating, persisting, and engaging with the challenges of a global pandemic, social & political upheavals, and the struggle for justice? In your creative effort to discern the boundary between relevancy and distraction how are you cultivating and expressing the notion of a “collective pause”?

In a changed world our fall show will be a bold experiment: artists are invited to paint ephemeral murals that will be left exposed and vulnerable to the elements and the city. The exhibit will be displayed on the fence on the 60th Street side of the Church of St. Paul the Apostle.  

Artists featured include: 
Kayo Albert, Robert Aitchison, Sarah Crofts, Meg Graham, Leah Huang, Iliyan Ivanov, Debra Jenks, Marshall LaCount, Eric Jiaju Lee, Emily Long, Elim Mak,  Brittany Maldonado, Maria Maxime, Norma Markley, Lori Merhige, Erin Mcatee, Brittany Miller, Ellie Murphy, Hilary Opperman, Denise Penizzotto, Oksana Prokopenko, Frank Sabatté, Anthony Santella, Zach Seeger, Rosemary Taylor, James Vanderberg

October 18th- December 4, 2020

Reception: Sunday Oct. 18th.   1-3pm  

Exhibit curated by Jenn Cacciola, Anthony Santella, Nikki Schiro,  Robert Aitchison, Frank Sabatté

The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV) and the Escape Artists Collective invites you to an evening dedicated to celebrating the power of art in gender-based violence prevention, healing, and advocacy!

The “Responsive Communities” exhibition will feature visual and interactive art that highlights the impacts of gender-based violence (GBV) on individuals, families, neighborhoods, and other communities. 

 This exhibit takes place during the global campaign, 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which seeks to raise awareness and inspire action at the community level to end all gender violence. Light refreshments will be served.

Join us opening night on December 5th, from 6-9pm at 215 E.99th Street, NYC.

.Eventbrite link

https://responsivecommunitiesexhibit.eventbrite.com/

I will be exhibiting my piece “Tan Bella con Tanta Soledad” at the “Body Beautiful” group show at The Untitled Space. Opening night is this Thursday, November 21st, from 6-9pm. Come through to see some amazing art!

Curatorial Statement:

“Since the emergence of social media and online activism, the body positive movement has become increasingly relevant to the contemporary dialogue of diversity and inclusion. With the emergence of body activists of the last decade addressing the negative repercussions of fat shaming, including depression, eating disorders and body dysmorphia, we have seen a dramatic shift in consciousness with fatphobia slowly going by the wayside, along with the unhealthy societal demands for bodily perfection. Body activists have emphasized in particular fat shaming as a sickness in our cultural fabric. We now live in an era where body acceptance has finally become not only an important subject, but is taken seriously as central to the human experience. This dialogue has changed the lives of many women (and men) with marginalized bodies who didn’t fit into society’s definition of beauty or feel comfortable in their own skin. Ideals of feminine beauty in particular have historically been reserved for a select few who were blessed with privileged physiques. This beauty standard has evolved over the years from perfect hour-glass silhouettes achieved with corsets to the thin athletic figures and supermodels that dominated the 80s, waifs of the 90s and to yoga perfection of the 2000s. The “beautiful” people existed on their own pedestal, while the rest of humanity was overlooked.

With beauty standards continuously transforming, what was once previously not accepted as “beautiful” has expanded into the current “body positive” narrative. But what does “body positive” really mean? Is it merely an emphasis on “fat acceptance” or is it truly as inclusive as the word suggest and the movement intends? The BODY BEAUTIFUL exhibition addresses this shift in our cultural experience, engaging viewers with artworks by a wide array of artists of all ages and genders, who address what the “Body Positive” movement means to them in 2019. As a curator I felt it was important to include works by artists of all genders and generations, as well as represent all body types in this narrative. To me “Body Positive” should be inclusive of all shapes and sizes, skin colors, perfections and imperfections – including “skinny” bodies, plus size figures, pregnant bodies, bodies with stretch marks, scarring, winkles, aging – and yes, beautiful bodies size 0 to size XXXXL.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month The Bronx Defenders present: The Boogie Down Poetry Slam. Come join me for a night of poetry, music, and performances FREE OF CHARGE. I will be performing a set, as well as vending some of my art goodies, so come by and show some love! Light refreshments will be provided.

ABOUT THIS SHOW

A poetic and cultural journey exploring the rich lives of LGBTQ people. Curated by Phillip Ammonds. Featuring Alexander Scelso and Brittany Maldonado.

ABOUT THE READERS

Alexander Scelso developed ‘The Unicorn That Discovered Self Love’ a solo show to be performed in venues in NYC and was featured at The Nuyorican Poets Cafe, InspiredWordNyc, The Duplex, Bar Thalia to name a few. Acting since age four and worked off Broadway and off off Broadway in productions such as “Twelfth Night,” “Gruesome Playground Injuries”, “The Accordionist”, “Ti-Jean and His Brothers”, and “Angels in America.” Working to marry poetry and theatrical performance to connect with audiences. 

Brittany Maldonado is a Bronx born poet, artist, actress and feminist. She pulls her creative inspiration from life, love, pain and all the moments in between. After working in corporate America for over ten years, she decided to leave it behind two years ago, and pursue art full-time. Since then she has exhibited her art and performed spoken word in venues all over New York City. This past June she published her first poetry book “Letters to My Stepping Stones” and is in the process of writing her second which she hopes to release by the end of this year. You can find her work and follow her journey at www.brittanymaldonado.com

 Dixon Place Literary Programs are supported, in part, with private funds from the Axe Houghton Foundation, and public funds from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs.

So honored to be a part of this pop-up art exhibit celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. I will be showing 4 pieces alongside some incredible artists so come through and celebrate your pride!

Super excited to be showing a piece of mine in this group show! St. Matthew & St. Timothy is an Episcopal church located on the Upper West Side. They are a bilingual congregation with a diverse community in New York City, seeking to reflect God’s Love through word, sacraments, education, and service. All are welcome. They are a church where you do not have to negotiate your identity in order to join. Their LGBTQ group, Intersection, is curating a Pride month celebration series under the title “God’s Pride at SMST 2019”. Come join for a night of art and community!

Hello bright lights! I wrote my first poetry book, and I’m extremely excited to share it with you all!! I’m having my book release party on Sunday June 2nd, at Branch OfC. (225 Rogers Ave Brooklyn, NY) from 3-6pm. I’ll have copies for sale there and would love to see all of your lovely faces to celebrate this next chapter of life! <3

The Rose Garden Events presents the second installment of their "Night with Kings & Queens" showcase series. This time around we're honoring Women's month and making it 'A Celebration of Queens'!

Come experinece the showcase everyone is talking about! We made waves in 2018 with our unique event and now we're back to bring you some more Creative Royalty! Our line up of Spoken Word Poets, Musicians, Dancers, Painters, Sculptors, Photographers and special guest DJs are all coming together to shine brighter than ever!

There's something here for everyone to enjoy! You won't want to miss what we have in store!

Advance tickets are on sale now, so lock yours in before the price goes up!
Use this link to purchase tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-with-kings-queens-a-celebration-of-queens-tickets-55145342203?aff=JOURNEY2KALON

I will also have a table set up with merchandise for sale!

It will be a night to remember! <3

I’ll be featuring at this dope event centered around female empowerment! Come through and spread some love and support!

So excited to be featuring at the Friday Soul 2 Year Anniversary show! Come through to hear some dope poetry and live music! <3

PAIRINGS curated by Nancy Gesimondo will seek artwork that shares a common thread of imagery or material.

Whether in harmony or in tension; work in any media, figurative or abstract, two and three-dimensional, the curator will pair artworks side-by-side to generate a compelling dialog, weaving together various themes of expression to create a visual synergy that enhances and augments the messaging.

This is an open call to LiC-A artists as well as non-members. The selection depends solely on the visible connection to another artists work.


Opening Reception: Saturday, February 9th, 6 - 9 pm
On view: Thursday, February 7 - Sunday, March 3

Extremely excited to be showing one of my pieces in this group show as a Semi-Finalist for The Living Studio Residency. Come through and see some amazing art!

Hello my loves!!! I’m excited to announce that I will be featuring at The Exchange on Wednesday January 30th. All ladies lineup. Going to be an amazing show! Link for tickets: https://theexchange8.splashthat.com/ . Advance tix are cheaper!! If you order online click my name at checkout. If you buy tix at the door just say you’re there to see Brittany! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💋💋💋💋.

Rumination is bringing you another night of spoken word, music, and art hosted by Brittany Maldonado and Nina Blue. Come spend a beautiful Sunday with us surrounded by positive vibes in a safe space where all are welcome. There will be an open mic and 6 amazing features ready to blow your mind. We will have art vendors set up in the back as well!

$10 cover at the door. Happy hour specials from 5-7pm. 

When: Sunday, January 27th
Where: Henrietta Hudson, 438 Hudson Street, NYC
Time: Doors open at 5. Show starts at 6pm SHARP.

Take Action to promote and thrive towards gender equality:

 All across the globe, girls, women, transgender and gender non-conforming individuals are targeted victims of violence simply because of their gender identity or gender expression. In NYC, although the overall crime rate has declined in recent years, gender -based violence continues to rise. 

 If you are a NY-based non-profit executive/program manager, business owners, faith-based leader or community member who is motivated to create safe spaces for all New Yorkers, this session is for YOU!

 Now is the time for New Yorkers to stand and take action against all forms of gender-based violence. 

16 Days of Activism against gender-based Violence is an annual global campaign that runs from November 25 (International Day to End Violence against Women) through December 10 (International Human Rights Day). The campaign raises awareness about the far reaching consequences of gender-based violence, galvanizes government, community, corporate, and philanthropic sectors to dialogue and develop strategies to eliminate gender-based violence.

To learn more about how you and your organization can join the 16 Days Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign, join us opening night November 28th from 6-9pm at El Barrio's Artspace P.S.109 

Rumination is bringing you another night of spoken word, music, and art hosted by Brittany Maldonado and Nina Blue. Come spend a beautiful Sunday with us surrounded by positive vibes in a safe space where all are welcome. There will be an open mic and 6 amazing features ready to blow your mind. We will have art vendors set up in the back as well!

$10 cover at the door. Happy hour specials from 5-7pm. 

When: Sunday, November 25th
Where: Henrietta Hudson, 438 Hudson Street, NYC
Time: Doors open at 5. Show starts at 6pm SHARP.

SO excited to be one of the featured performers at Saturday Soul, presented by Souletri! I'll be doing a 15 minute set so come by and say hi!

SO excited to be performing at the New York City Poetry Festival for the first time. It's a day full of poetry on Governor's Island. Free of charge. Come say hi! Our set starts at 11:30am. <3

Hey Everyone! 

I will be featuring at The Exchange on Wednesday July 25th. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are $5 online at https://theexchange5.splashthat.com/ . Please click my name upon checkout. $10 tickets available at the door, just tell them you are there to see Brittany Maldonado. Performances followed by an open jam session with a live band!!

Hope to see you all there! <3

Rumination is bringing you another night of spoken word, music, and art hosted by Brittany Maldonado and Nina Blue. Come spend a beautiful Sunday with us surrounded by positive vibes in a safe space where all are welcome. There will be an open mic and 6 amazing features ready to blow your mind. We will have someone doing Henna in the back room and we will be hosting a raffle!

$10 cover at the door. Happy hour specials from 5-7pm. 

When: Sunday, July 22nd
Where: Henrietta Hudson, 438 Hudson Street, NYC
Time: Doors open at 5. Show starts at 6pm SHARP.