Gallery | 2025 Wine Fest
PHOTOS BY: Gioia Patton
Artist Godiva Goddess aka Sheila Fox. An Arts Insider Exclusive Interview
by Gioia Patton/Arts Insider “I am a self-taught artist whose journey has been fueled by curiosity and experimentation. Starting with simple sketches, I grew into using materials like acrylic paint, oil pastels, fabric, air-dry clay, and hot glue. My background as a welder shaped my love for texture and inspired me to create metal-like effects, using bronze, gold, and platinum tones in my work.” - mixed media artist, Godiva Goddess aka Sheila Fox, whose Textured Heritage solo exhibit runs through Sunday, 05/11 at Kentucky Performing Arts’ MeX Theater. Inspired by stained glass and vintage fashion, [...]
Mike and Sheldon Tomes: From Allies of Women to Derby Ambassadors
Photo by Emily Maddox The Kentucky Derby is one of the most celebrated events in Louisville, and this year, we're thrilled to introduce Mike and Sheldon Tomes as the official Derby Ambassadors for the 151st running of the race. For Mike, fashion, community engagement, and socializing are not just hobbies—they’re a lifestyle. With an eye for style and an innate ability to connect with people, he’s earned his place as a prominent figure, rubbing elbows with celebrities like Paris Hilton, Jack Harlow, and Jamie Foxx. Mike's keen sense of what’s happening, from the [...]
Gallery | Wellspring’s 27th Annual Derby Preview Party
PHOTOS BY: Gioia Patton
Painting the Derby 🎨 Kim Perry’s 2025 Poster Spotlight
by Gioia Patton/Arts Insider “I'm an artist on a lifelong journey with creativity. From the colorful world of musical theatre to exploring various art forms, I've found my true passion in the strokes of a paintbrush.” - artist Kim Perry Describing herself as “a traditional painter”, Kentucky Impressionistic Realist Painter Kim Perry works primarily with oils and uses a palette knife to add her own unique touch. A juried member of the Oil Painters of America, Perry, who is the 2025 Kentucky Derby Festival poster artist, adds “I love that sweet spot where classic meets [...]
The Rose Gala Returns: A Derby Night Celebration with a Purpose
As the excitement of Derby weekend builds, Louisville is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of the season. The 2nd Annual Rose Gala, taking place on Saturday, May 3rd from 9PM to 2AM at the KFC Yum! Center, is set to dazzle guests with an unforgettable blend of elegance, music, and community impact. This isn’t just another night out—this is a celebration that gives back. Hosted by the Life Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved communities, the Rose Gala promises to be a night filled with heart and purpose. The event [...]
