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\"\"\"\"WHAT:
\n<\/strong>Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs presents Art in the Multicultural Center, featuring “Welcome to the Tropics” by Natouri Roye<\/a>. An opening reception is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, 2025. “Welcome to the Tropics” will be displayed through Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The Multicultural Center is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.<\/p>\n

“As a first-generation American born in the Bronx to Jamaican immigrants, my creative journey began with fashion design,” said Roye<\/a>. “While studying fashion design and merchandising, I saw art as more than aesthetics. It became a source of escape, a form of therapy, and a way to stay grounded.”<\/p>\n

During college, Roye began exploring painting with acrylics and drawing, which led her to discover the work of Georgia O’Keeffe. O’Keeffe’s art, known for amplifying women’s empowerment, continues to inspire her today.<\/p>\n

WHEN:
\n<\/strong>Opening reception on Wednesday, October 15, 2025
\nDoors open at 4:30 p.m.
\nProgram begins at 5:10 p.m.
\nDisplay continues through Tuesday, November 11, 2025<\/p>\n

WHERE:
\n<\/strong>The Multicultural Gallery
\nOrange County Multicultural Center
\n7149 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32818<\/p>\n

HOW:
\n<\/strong>Admission to the reception is free, but advance registration is requested<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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