A DAY IN THE LIFE WITH AN ARTIST: A DARRIN KEITH BASTFIELD EXPERIENCE

Join us for an exclusive and immersive experience at The Patrons’ Room with Darrin Keith Bastfield, artist, author, historian, and filmmaker.

What to Expect:

🖼️ Explore Art and Creativity:

• Spend time with Darrin Keith Bastfield as he shares his artistic journey and creative process.
• See one of his famous works that have been featured on National television shows, local news, magazines, and the largest cultural institutions in the area such as Center Stage, Reginald F. Lewis Museum, and the Baltimore Museum of Art.
• View his collection of napkin masterpieces created by Bastfield, renowned artist friends, patrons, and perhaps meet one of them.

🎨 Hands-On Art Activities:

• Participate in creating napkin sketches and other artistic activities with Bastfield.
• Enjoy the therapeutic process of art-making and take home a keepsake from the day.

🍷 Sip and Savor:

• Sip some of Darrin’s favorite wines after we cling our wine glasses in honor of inspiraction and creativit. .
• Enjoy complimentary Indian cuisine appetizers that add a delightful culinary experience to the event.

🎶 Musical and Literary Insights:

• Hear recordings that Bastfield and the late Tupac Shakur created when they formed the rap group Born Busy including a rare first-ever master recording created by Tupac Shakur during his teenage years in Baltimore.
• Listen to vinyl records that Bastfield loves most and perhaps sing along to some favorite songs.
• Get a sneak preview you flip through the pages of Bastfield’s screenplay based on the controversial world of art and see a portion of his documentary film.

🎤 Personal Stories and Connections:

• Hear Darrin talk about his book, Back in the Day: My Life and Times with Tupac Shakur that was published in 2002 by Random House and his experiences at the Baltimore School for the Arts.
• Engage in discussions about the world of art, influences, and his new works.
• Don’t be surprised if friends from local arts and cultural institutions join in, as The Patrons’ Room was created by Bastfield with the idea of bringing the arts community together.

📜 Become a Certified Patron:

• Receive a certificate as a certified patron of Become A Patron, a nonprofit organization founded by Darrin Keith Bastfield.
• Enjoy perks such as being in the know of future events and receiving discounts at neihboring restaurants and businesses in Historic Mount Vernon.
• You may even become a “Muse” and be immortalized in one of Bastfield’s works.

Details:

📅 Date/Time:

• Select dates and times will be available.

📍 Location:

• The Patrons’ Room at Mount Vernon
• 823 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD

💸 Cost:

• $85-$150 per person (All-inclusive: Indian appetizers, wine, art activities, and more).

📞 RSVP:

• Limited spots available! Reserve your spot now by calling 667-334-5785 or 1-888-ARTS PATRON.

Embark on a unique journey into the life of an artist and experience the magic of art, music, and creativity in the heart of Baltimore’s National Registry Mount Vernon Historic District. This is an opportunity you won't want to miss!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

823 N Charles St, 823 North Charles Street, Baltimore, United States