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JEWEL BEDAZZLES CRYSTAL BRIDGES MUSEUM WITH SKY STORY RESIDENCY

Crystal Bridges Museum | Bentonville, Arkansas, USA | May-July 2024

The serene surroundings of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art were elevated into a sanctuary of creativity and introspection with the debut of The Portal: An Art Experience by Jewel.
A photo of Jewel from behind as the sky story plays out brightly in front of her.
The serene surroundings of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art were elevated into a sanctuary of creativity and introspection with the debut of The Portal: An Art Experience by Jewel.

Nova Sky Stories Quick Facts:

  • Event: The Portal
  • Location: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas, USA
  • # of drones: 200
  • Artist: Designed by Jewel with TWOFIFTYK
  • Production: Nova Sky Stories
"For me, creating this show and seeing 300 people all with their faces turned to the sky in wonder, their mouths agape, was a magical moment."
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"I wanted the entire experience to marry together the areas that I've really worked to refine over my lifetime. Music, storytelling, visual art, and behavioral health.”
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"For me, this whole exhibit is about helping people realize that when we change new things can grow in our life”
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The multi-platinum singer-songwriter and mental health advocate has ventured into the realm of visual arts, presenting an innovative exhibit that intertwines music, technology, mental health, and art.

This nightly spectacle is designed to be more than just a visual feast; it is an invitation to pause, reflect, and transform, inspired by the serene beauty of the surroundings and the contemplative melodies of Jewel’s music.

Jewel’s foray into the visual arts is a natural extension of her lifelong passion for creativity and mental health advocacy.

Her journey, which began with sculpture and painting in her youth, has now culminated in The Portal, an exhibit that seamlessly blends her artistic vision with her commitment to mental well-being.

Artnet describes the experience as an “accessible immersion into art therapy,” while People Magazine highlighted Jewel’s stunning fashion choices, noting she was “a work of art herself.”

The Portal: An Art Experience by Jewel is not just an exhibit; it is a holistic journey designed to inspire introspection, connection, and transformation.

Open to the public, this 200-drone sky story residency will play at Crystal Bridges every Thursday to Sunday through July 28, 2024, inviting visitors to explore the depths of their creativity and mindfulness.

A special thank you to the partners who contributed to the magic of this Sky Story:

  • Jewel, Inc.
  • Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
  • Walton Family
  • TWOFIFTYK
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