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Meet the Rock Star of the Art World Michael Godard at Village Gallery Irvine Spectrum

Michael Godard will be in attendance at Village Gallery Irvine Spectrum on October 24th 2015 from 7-9 PM. See the largest selection of Images to choose from and have Michael personally sign your artwork. - October 21, 2015 - Village Gallery, Inc

Event-Seekers International Will Host a Night to Salute and Celebrate Photographer Jim Alexander and to Launch The Jim Alexander Collection; Portraits, Commentary, Artist

Join Event-Seekers International in celebration of Jim Alexander: 80 years of life, 60 years of photography. It will be an evening of live music provided by the band, In The Mixx featuring Darryl Peek, purchase of Art, sumptuous appetizers and complimentary drinks by Pituad Cognac. - October 21, 2015 - EventSeekers International

Get a Rustic, Creative Birch Bark Touch in Your Decor and Support a Kickstarter Project

Fine Artist Jeff Cornelius is offering creative natural images on birch bark that are ideal for cabins, lake homes, log cabins or just your own rustic decor. - October 21, 2015 - Jeff Cornelius

Jerry’s Artarama Hosts 15th Annual Art of the Carolinas Nov. 12-15

Nation’s Largest Art Trade Show Features Family Fun and Workshops with the Southeast’s Best Artists. - October 18, 2015 - Jerry's Artarama

Artlightenment Festival Announces Several Seminars to Help Artists This Year

Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced a seminar line-up to help artists. - October 17, 2015 - Artlightenment

Kostow Greenwood Architects Cordially Invites You to Experience The Inutilious Retailer

When is a store not a store? Quite possibly when it's The Inutilious Retailer. - October 17, 2015 - Kostow Greenwood Architects

Arizona Flower Market Sponsors Phoenix Art Museum’s Annual Arts & Flowers Fundraiser

Arizona Flower Market is proud to be the main sponsor of the Phoenix Art Museum's signature fundraising event, Arts & Flowers. Local floral artisans demonstrate their creativity and technique by interpreting museum pieces through floral design. - October 16, 2015 - Arizona Flower Market

Joyce E. Gordon Honored as Woman of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Joyce E. Gordon of Oxford, Ohio is the premiere recipient of the honor of Woman of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of art. About Joyce E. Gordon Ms. Gordon is an accomplished Calligrapher. She designs original... - October 15, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide

Kathmandu Calling! An Art Exhibition on Nepal, for Nepal

Abstract Colourist, Mahlia Amatina builds bridges between Reading and Nepal through a unique celebration of art, charity, and community! - October 15, 2015 - Mahlia Amatina

Da Vinci Press Announces Author of Award Winning "Tweeting da Vinci," Ann C. Pizzorusso to Lecture at Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, Staten Island, New York

How Italy’s geology has affected its history, art, religion, medicine and culture. - October 14, 2015 - Da Vinci Press

Art Now Has a Platform for Artists, Art Lovers, Galleries, Museums, Journalists, Collectors and Travelers

Artchyls allows artists to have an information base and strong contacts. Art lovers can meet artists, search information, discover museums or galleries in cities they visit and localize artwork around them. - October 12, 2015 - Artchyls

Stephane Kossmann Opening Reception for Walking New York Exhibit at Galerie Mourlot

On October 22nd from 6-9pm, Galerie Mourlot, a leading art gallery specializing in graphic works by modern and contemporary artists, is hosting the opening reception for Stéphane Kossmann's Walking New York exhibit. The event will highlight the diversity of NYC through... - October 12, 2015 - Galerie Mourlot

Seaside Art Gallery Announces the Pen & Paintbrush Event, November 7th, 2015

Featuring an award winning line up with artist Debra Keirce and author Kay Kerr. - October 11, 2015 - Seaside Art Gallery

International Surrealism Now New Editions at Particula Coimbra and Multimedia Poros Museum at Condeixa-a-Nova, Portugal

The next edition of International Surrealism Now will be held at the space Partícula Coimbra, next February; and Multimedia Poros Museum in Condeixa-a-Nova, Portugal in 2016. International Surrealism Now is a project by the surrealist painter Santiago Ribeiro, who has dedicated himself to... - October 07, 2015 - Santiago Ribeiro

Self: The Quest for a Personal Identity - Recent Paintings by Albert Dépas

Boricua College is proud to present a solo exhibition of recent oil paintings by Albert Dépas, from October 10 through October 30, 2015. - October 04, 2015 - Albert Dépas

Official Hall of Fame Sculptor Unveils Latest Creation at Star-Studded Event

Brian Hanlon memorializes hall of famers through art in Springfield, MA. - October 03, 2015 - Hanlon Sculpture Studios

Beth Hickman Wins Best in Show in Fusion Art's Inaugural Online Exhibition "Colors of Fall"

Fusion Art's Inaugural International Online Juried Art Exhibition opens October 1, 2015. Texas based artist, Beth Hickman, won Best in Show for her 40" x 40" mixed media painting, "Heaven Sent." Special recognition was given to four additional winners: Lisa Daniels, Yossi Segura, Jan Marie DeLipsey and Isis Raye. The competition received entries from artists in five countries and will be featured on the Fusion Art website until October 31st. - October 03, 2015 - Fusion Art

American and European Contemporary Realists Join in Historic Collaborative International Art Exhibit

The ARC Salon and Figurativas art competitions will exhibit together for the first time this November, bringing together one of the largest collaborative exhibits in contemporary realism to date. - September 30, 2015 - The Da Vinci Initiative

Ocean Galleries Hosts Columbus Day Weekend Exhibition Featuring Artwork of Famed Artist Tom Everhart

Ocean Galleries is delighted to host the artist Tom Everhart, best known for his visual subject matter inspired by Charles M. Schulz. “The Art of Tom Everhart” runs Fri, Oct 9 through Mon, Oct 12, 2015 and will include limited editions and original artwork. Exhibit hours are 10AM-6PM Fri, Oct 9; 10AM-9PM Sat, Oct 10; 10AM-6PM Sun, Oct 11; and 10AM-5PM Mon, Oct 12. Everhart’s Peanuts© related work has shown in museums around the world, including an exhibit at the Louvre in Paris. - September 28, 2015 - Ocean Galleries

Installation Artist and Photographer Selected as First Fort Union Monument Artists-in-Residence

Fort Union National Monument’s first Artists-in-Residence will be sculptor & installation artist, Marlene Alt and landscape photographer Steven Martin: The National Parks Arts Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit, is pleased to be working with the National Park Service at Fort Union National... - September 28, 2015 - National Parks Arts Foundation

Dry Tortugas Artists-in-Residence Public Presentations in Key West October 1 and 4

Artist Presentations in Key West. - September 28, 2015 - National Parks Arts Foundation

Ted Walsh Selected as September Gettysburg Battlefield Artist-in-Residence

Gettysburg National Military Park’s Artist-in-Residence for the month of September will be up and coming painter Ted Walsh, of Vineland, NJ. This is the last of three artists’ summer residency programs available at Gettysburg National Military Park this year. Walsh is a realist painter... - September 28, 2015 - National Parks Arts Foundation

Arthur Koch Original Oil Paintings of SF Mission on Display Through Nov. 31 at Revolution Café

Arthur Koch, artist will have his paintings on display through the end of November 2015 at the Revolution Cafe (3248 22nd St SF, CA) http://www.revolutioncafesf.com/. There will also be an opening reception on October 2nd from 4:30pm to 7:30pm (free). There will be live music and complimentary... - September 25, 2015 - Arthur Koch Studio

"Soundings" by Brian Dowling at Yellow Peril

Brian Dowling's first solo exhibition, "Soundings," features marble sculptures and two-dimensional works measuring the depth between perception and reality. - September 23, 2015 - Yellow Peril Gallery

Pacific Islands Society's Inaugural Nexgen Artist Invited by Top Think Tank for Emerging Leaders Panel Discussion

Jeffry Feeger, an inaugural participant of the Pacific Islands Society's Next Generation (NexGen) Artists Program joins young leaders in panel discussion commemorating Papua New Guinea's 40th Independance - September 21, 2015 - Islands Society

NOMA gallery - Grand Opening

NOMA - North on Market - Grand Opening of Fredericks newest gallery located at 437 N. Market Street, Frederick, MD. - September 20, 2015 - NOMA gallery

Mexico’s War on Drugs Exposed Through Art

Renowned Mexican artist Luz María Sánchez opens "detritus" in Houston, Texas examining Mexico's War on Drugs today at She Works Gallery. Sanchez is making an impact on Texas, recently being named the "Climate Change Art Commission" from Land Heritage Institue and a the exhibition of her epic piece on immigration entitled "diaspora" in San Antonio. - September 19, 2015 - AtravesARTE

Laura Rathe Fine Art Announces Matt Devine & James Verbicky: UNDONE

Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents New Contemporary Works in Two-Person Exhibition in Houston, TX. - September 19, 2015 - Laura Rathe Fine Art

Legal Action Against Lee Charlton Scott & Charlton Rose Fine Art Has Been Discontinued with Prejudice

On July 28, 2015, in the case of Joseph Goldsmith vs. Robert Durant, Lee Charlton Scott, Charlton Roberts Fine Art LLC f/k/a C.R. Fine Art LLC and Charlton Rose Fine Art, LLC, legal action against Lee Charlton Scott & Charlton Rose Fine Art has been discontinued with prejudice. - September 17, 2015 - Lee Scott Fine Art

Reception and Screening of New Short Film About Raúl Cañibano at Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto September 23, 7-9. Admission is Free.

The Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto, CA will host a special event and screening of a new short film about Cuban photographer Raúl Cañibano on Wednesday, September 23 from 7 to 9. Admission is free. Register for the event and learn more at www.cubacubanocanibano.com. “Cuba,... - September 16, 2015 - 2B Productions

"Spirituality Circle" - Visit New Museum of Spiritual Art in Franklin, Ohio

The new Museum of Spiritual Art is the private art collection of Ramesh and Chris Malhotra. The artworks on display are by local artists and from across the globe, showing paintings and artifacts of the world's different religions. The Museum of Spiritual Art is located in Franklin, Ohio, USA. - September 14, 2015 - Spirituality Circle

Hixenbaugh Ancient Art Presents: PAX ROMANA

Hixenbaugh Ancient Art is pleased to announce, “PAX ROMANA,” an exhibition than focuses on the prosperity of the typical citizen of the Roman Empire during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. “PAX ROMANA” features objects of daily life, personal items and decorative items of wealthy Romans. - September 14, 2015 - Hixenbaugh Ancient Art

Pen and Brush Unveils First Exhibit and Publications Since Re-Launch, as New Headquarters Opens in New York City’s Flatiron District This October

121-year old Arts Organization Showcases Exceptional Work by Female Artists and Writers in New State-of-the-Art Facility. - September 12, 2015 - Pen and Brush

Dallas Holocaust Museum’s Board Chair Receives Prestigious Outstanding Directors Award

Stephen Waldman, the Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance’s Chairman of the Board of Directors, has been awarded the Dallas Business Journal’s 2015 Outstanding Directors Award. The award recognizes directors, boards and committees that demonstrate skill and... - September 12, 2015 - TCG Consulting

Photo Exhibition Featuring the Controversial Work of Soraya Doolbaz: “Dick-tators of History and Friends”

New York Artist Presents an Artistic Approach to Dick Pics. - September 09, 2015 - Dicture Gallery

Take a Seat Gala to Feature ARTKTR

Starr PR announces the Fortuna Chair, a collaboration between Mark Harrison, Pepe Villegas, ARTKTR, Lars Walkling to benefit abused and neglected children in Palm Beach County, Florida. - September 06, 2015 - Starr PR

Rahway Branch Partners with Jardine Academy

The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch Provides Specialized Arts Programming - September 06, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA

Artlightenment Festival Announces 2015 Theme

Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced theme for the 2015 event. - September 05, 2015 - Artlightenment

AutumnFest Arts & Music Festival, Celebrates 13 Years with Biggest Schedule Yet

Experience AutumnFest in Avondale Estates, October 3-4, 2015, with live entertainment, an artist market, chef demonstrations and more. Explore the work of more than 90 regional artists representing diverse styles and media. A variety of live entertainment including music by Tribute – a celebration of The Allman Brothers Band. AutumnEats returns with hot local chefs preparing delicious tastings with locally farmed and sourced ingredients. It’s free. Rain or shine. - September 03, 2015 - Avondale Arts Alliance

Racism in America. Exhibition at the Verdadism Art Gallery by Soraida Martinez Raises Awareness of an Endemic Problem in American Society.

Over 23 years ago, Soraida Martinez created Verdadism to raise awareness on what she saw as a big problem in America: Racism. This exhibition includes many of the artist's paintings and social commentaries on Racism in America. - September 02, 2015 - Artist Soraida

Loama Resort Launches Over-Water Loama Art Gallery with "Dream Team" of Maldives' Young Modern Masters at National Gallery in Male

“It is immensely gratifying to bring these talented artists into the Loama Art Gallery fold, and I look forward to seeing them each exhibit at Loama Art Gallery.” -Andres Rubio, GM, Loama Resort Maldives at Maamigili - August 26, 2015 - Loama Resort Maldives at Maamigili

Atlanta Life Financial Group Pledges Support to The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Inc.

Atlanta Life Financial Group make a $25,000 Donation - August 25, 2015 - Atlanta Life Financial Group

Islands Society Seeks Mentors for 2016 Pacific Next Generation Artists Program

Leading non-profit seeks experienced artists and professionals in visual arts to participate in unique mentorship program for emerging artists from the Pacific Islands. - August 25, 2015 - Pacific Islands Society

YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015 - The Most-Awaited Art Festival in South India

The 6th Edition promises to bring about a Paradigm Shift in the perception of the arts. - August 22, 2015 - Sublime Art Galleria

transFORM's What's New What's Next Presentation - "Small Spaces in the Big City - Innovations in Space - Saving Design"

Are you interested in Interior Design & Art? Come to What's New What's Next at the New York Design Center - Thursday September 17th from 2-9pm. transFORM's presentation will begin at 6:45pm. - August 21, 2015 - transFORM

ARIDO Jewelry Collection Presents at Collectrium, a Christie's Company

Founded by a scion of the Raphael family jewelers dating back to the 11th century with celebrity guru Mr. Chappell, a world class designer with a background in fashion, art, and history. - August 20, 2015 - ARIDO Jewelry

Alexandre Renoir Supports Local Charity with Painting Donation in Conjunction with Labor Day Weekend Exhibition

When he visits Ocean Galleries for a Labor Day weekend exhibition, Alexandre Renoir will be giving back to the community that has welcomed him for the past 10+ years with a painting donation for the Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children in Avalon, NJ. "Renoir: Modern Day Impressionism," opens on Friday, September 4 and runs through Monday, September 7, 2015 at Ocean Galleries. Guests can meet Alexandre Renoir 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6. - August 20, 2015 - Ocean Galleries