

STAGE
ONE
First in a series of Artist Showcased presented in collaboration with TOP Enterprises Inc and
Entertainment Coordinator Preston Brown.
TOP is a community development corporation
working on a project soon to be "on top of the
hill" at Jefferson & Best.
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The project will have an economic impact on the area and city of Buffalo with emphasis on the arts; this is just a sample of what you can expect to experience "on top of the hill."
Learn more: topenterprisesinc.com
Location:
Foundry Hotel & Banquet
1738 Elmwood Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14207
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Vendor Coordinator & Sponsor
LaBrown Enterprises Inc.
LaDana Brown
716.866.2844


Vendors


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Paula McDonald
T O P is a community development corporation whose mission is to Build People – Build Community. Currently working on a development project to be located on Jefferson Ave near Best (click here to learn more). This project would not only improve the quality of life for the communities it connects, will also provide a must-visit location in the city of Buffalo.
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T O P is always looking for volunteers, interested in investing in us (click here), or subscribe to our mailing list (click here).
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ARTIST SHOWCASE will be a continuous event on location.
President
of Organization
Entertainment
Coordinator

Preston Brown
Preston Brown is an accomplished Musician, Song Writer, and Author of the groundbreaking book “Marriage for What? A soul searching journey from I DON’T to I DO.” While primarily known for his expertise in the Funk, Hip-Hop, and Gospel music genres, Preston’s limitless musical versatility, coupled with his uncompromising professionalism and integrity, has afforded him opportunities to accompany and record with numerous artists both locally and nationally.
While most notably recognized as a drummer, Preston is also an accomplished songwriter, arranger, and choir director. He has maintained a busy club, concert, and recording schedule for more than 20 years. Additionally, Preston has served as Minister of Music and Choir Director at New Mt. Ararat Temple of Prayer under the ministry of his father, Pastor Bishop Dwight E. Brown
Preston is a loving Husband to LaDana Brown and proud father of their three children.
Featured
Guest
Artist Showcase

Marcus Lolo & friends
Accomplished Pianist/Vocalist

Marcus a Haitian – American pianist, keyboardist and vocalist fairly new to the Western NY music scene; American born spending his early years in Haiti, then in NYC claims both
Port-au-Prince Haiti and NYC home. His music reflects the cultural stamps of both his ancestral home and the cultural diversity to which the big apple has exposed him. His musical diversity includes Jazz infused with adaptations of Haitian folk songs to the urban sounds of modern jazz.
Lolo elected to perform at UB’s State of the University 2021:Presidential Address, performed an original composition entitled “Epopee Impromptue” which he tailored to the occasion. He stated, “ I was fortunate to represent UB’s Music Department at the year’s 175th Anniversary Celebration and Presidential Address.”
Follow Marcus's Musical Journey


Jillian Hanesworth
Jillian Hanesworth, Buffalo’s first ever Poet Laureate, was born and raised on the East side of Buffalo, NY. She began writing at the age of 7 when she would write songs for her mother to sing in church. She later took a break from writing to successfully pursue her educational goals obtained a BA in criminal justice and law focusing on reform.
In January of 2017, Jillian committed herself to social change through art thus began her poetry career. Since then, Jillian has performed over 130 times in Buffalo, NY, NYC, Baltimore, MD, Toronto, and everywhere in between. She has let her passion lead her mission empower listeners to take part in demanding and creating sustainable systemic change.
Currently, Jillian is the Director of Leadership Development at Open Buffalo, a teaching artist with the Dunbar Project at Ujima Theater, and an adjunct professor at the University of Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center. Jillian first-ever Poet Laureate in the history of Buffalo, after she spent two years advocating for the existence of the role.
Jillian loves and lives for the community and exemplifies that in everything she does!
Culinary Arts
Introducing
Dymone Barnwell
TASTY EDIBLE SAMPLE

Visual Arts
Participate in a Silent Art Auction
Curated By
John Baker
James Cooper III
WNY Urban Arts Collective

John Baker
John Baker has enjoyed an illustrious career as a nationally recognized exhibiting artist, curator, activist, art and museum educator. He has participated in many solo and group exhibitions.
Baker earned his Bachelor’s in Art Education and Master’s in Museum Studies, from SUNY at Buffalo. Baker’s professional experiences include positions as an art and photography teacher for Buffalo Public Schools. Additional experiences include positions as a graphic designer and fashion wear designer/distributor.
Baker in 2017 was elected president of WNY-Urban Arts Collective Inc. a 501 (C) 3 artist organization. This organization advocates especially for underserved visual artist and their artwork. Baker's community service includes director/coordinator of various community groups, organizations, activities, events, and educational programs.

Artist John Baker

Artist James Cooper III
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James Cooper III
Chicago-born James J. Cooper III is a Buffalo-based visual artist who has worked over the last 25 years in portrait painting, freelance illustrating, and mural painting. Cooper has been a teacher with the Buffalo Board of Education since 1994, an art instructor with Buffalo Art Studio and Albright Knox Art gallery between 1996-2009.
His visual art career includes book illustrations and public art projects, including indoor and large outdoor murals. In July 2016, Cooper joined Main Street Gallery as a resident studio artist and assistant art director/curator. His art mediums vary from airbrush, oil, acrylic, digital computer-generated imagery, and photography. James has created Art on various surfaces, including plexiglass, cardboard, wood, automobiles, fiberglass, canvas, brick, fabric, concrete, and poly-laminate aluminum boards.
James greatly enjoys discoveries made during his creative process. At the same time, of creating his style of Art, which focuses on line, movement, color, and the human figure. His growth includes being a visual artist, but not restrictive.
In 2018 he joined in with John Baker to establish WNY Urban Arts Collective; to increase awareness of unknown Urban artists, their accomplishments, and talents in various mediums of Art.. this process continues...



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