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Unveiling in São Paulo of Public Art by Nicole Mouracade on Show Until December
Pharand Art Contemporary's Nicole Mouracade accomplishes 5000-piece concrete installation in two months for the Trianon-MASP subway. - September 29, 2012 - Pharand Art
Exhibition Celebrates the Founder of the American Studio Glass Movement
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Fabric Flesh: New Works by Flynn Grinnan #102 Satellite Project in the Plant
'Fabric Flesh', a series of large scale figurative works by Flynn Grinnan, to mark launch of #102 Satellite Project in The Plant. - September 29, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Art Value is Now Guaranteed
Any client (collectors, dealers, art funds, etc.) can now limit his risk by guaranteeing with Art Auction Guarantee the price he paid to acquire an art piece privately through galleries/ dealers, private sales departments of auction house, etc. - September 27, 2012 - Art Auction Guarantee
Annual Artlightenment Artist Showcase 2012 to Feature Artist Marlene Rose
The annual Artlightenment art show which occurs every November at the Church of Scientology & Celebrity Centre Nashville is featuring Marlene Rose, an award-winning glass sculptor. - September 26, 2012 - Artlightenment
Cincinnati's William Grapes Wins Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Amateur Art Contest
A hybrid digital/drawing entitled “Sam” by Cincinnati aspiring artist William Grapes has been selected as the winning entry in the Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Amateur Art Contest. Grapes will Appear in Artist Alley at Greater Columbus Convention Center, Friday through Sunday. - September 26, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
Artist Teresa Piacentino Now Accepts Bitcoins for the Purchase of Her Oil Paintings and Art Reproductions
Teresa Piacentino, a very well known Argentinean Artist specializing in oil paintings, is now accepting bitcoins for the purchase of her works. - September 24, 2012 - Modern Oil Paintings
John Michael Kohler Arts Center Photography Exhibition, “The Kids Are All Right,” Opens September 30, 2012 Includes Steve Giovinco
Museum Exhibition Illuminates Shifting Nature of Family and Changing Role of Contemporary Photography - September 23, 2012 - Steve Giovinco, Contemporary Fine Art Photography
From Fashion's Night Out Miami 2012 to Art Exhibition: "Emporio dei Giovani" and Emilio Aponte-Sierra's "Catwalk"
Art exhibition of both fashion and paper mache 3D figures takes Miami by storm at LMNT art gallery from September 6, 2012 to September 27, 2012. - September 20, 2012 - Emporio Dei Giovani, LLC
Annual Fine Designer Crafts Show to Feature Teddy Devereux
Durham-Based Artist to Display Work at Annual Crafts Show Hosted by The Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild - September 20, 2012 - Carolina Designer Craftsman Guild
West Linn Public Library to Host Soothsaying in October
West Linn, OR, contemporary painter Diana Crites presents a conceptual exploration of fate versus self-determination in original oil paintings and illustration at the West Linn Public Library. The surrealist exhibition runs October 2 through October 29, 2012. - September 19, 2012 - Gallery 114
Titanic Artist James Lumbers New Release - Titanic Departure Collector Giclee Prints Now Available
Titanic Artist James Lumbers new release - Titanic Departure giclee prints. In commemoration of the RMS Titanic, this painting has been reproduced into signed & numbered prints by Miroarts Publishing the exclusive publisher of James Lumbers artwork. - September 19, 2012 - MiroArts Publishing Inc.
Aspiring Entrepreneurs Combine Modern Design with Art to Create a Stunning Lamp
After chasing a dream, Aurora Table Lamp finally comes to life. Yeison Martinez, an Industrial design student and Stephanie Martinez, a business and marketing professional reveal an artistically stunning table lamp on Kickstarter. Inspired by organic shapes and movements Yeison blends light with a non-symmetrical piece of art. Aurora lamp will be the company’s first modern lighting collection to be made in USA, if it’s fully funded with Kickstarter by October 10th. - September 18, 2012 - Stephanie Martinez
Innovation Direct™ to be at Helm of Marketing Efforts for Heart of a Leader Invention
An innovative and effective new product that serves as a visual symbol of religious faith, the Heart of a Leader, has been developed by Michael Fennell of Panama City, Florida. The invention's unique design renders it an inspirational and impactful sculpture that can be placed in various outdoor... - September 16, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Dave Tourje — L.A. Aboriginal Film, Accepted Into Film Festivals Internationally
Short Film, "L.A. Aboriginal", the mini documentary by Dolce Films on the life and art of native L.A. artist Dave Tourje is being accepted into major film festivals worldwide. The film features some of his art-legend friends Chaz Bojorquez (godfather of Graffiti Art, MOCA, Vans, etc.),... - September 13, 2012 - Dave Tourje Studios
Ava Gardner Festival to Commemorate Friendship with Gregory Peck
The Ava Gardner Museum has scheduled the 8th Annual Ava Gardner Festival for October 5-7, in Smithfield, North Carolina. Events include new exhibits on Ava Gardner and Gregory Peck's life-long friendship, heritage tours, vintage movies and an opening night event, "The Great Sinner" Casino Night. - September 12, 2012 - Johnston County Visitors Bureau
Harold L. Cohen, Printmaker, Opens Exhibit at Buffalo State
Professor Harold L. Cohen (www.haroldlcohen.com) opens a one-man show called "Our Inhumanity." (http://newsandevents.buffalostate.edu/events/exhibition-our-inhumanity-works-harold-l-cohen?date=2012-09-10) This major exhibition of 29 art prints and paintings by Harold L. Cohen, former Dean... - September 12, 2012 - haroldlcohen.com
"Hispanoamericanos, Traveling Souls" to Open on September at Abernathy Arts Center
Hispanoamericanos, Traveling Souls, an unparalleled visual exhibit of more than 40 Hispanic artists is set to open in Atlanta, Duluth and Valdosta. - September 11, 2012 - Gigi Pedraza
Artspace Warehouse to Celebrate Enduring Beauty
New art exhibition Enduring Beauty opens September 15, 2012 with an artist reception from 6-9pm at Artspace Warehouse examining beauty in life, freedom, perceived beauty vs. iconic beauty and mystery. The show includes new works from Jessika Cardinahl, Courtney Raney and Bernhard Zimmer. - September 09, 2012 - Artspace Warehouse
Holocaust Memorial Center and Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago Partner to Open Exhibit
Polish Righteous Among the Nations tells a story of a group of Polish gentiles living in Nazi German-occupied Poland during WWII who demonstrated extraordinary courage by helping to shelter and aid Jewish men, women and children during the Holocaust. - September 06, 2012 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
BUSINESS AS USUAL by Quintín Rivera-Toro at Yellow Peril Gallery
Exhibition of various works including site-specific installations, live performance, video simulcast, photography and sculpture by Latin American Contemporary artist Quintín Rivera-Toro. - September 03, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Carolyn Cole New Abstract Paintings at Gallery KH
Carolyn Cole's colorful mixed media paintings will be on display at Chicago's Gallery KH beginning Friday, September 7th at 5PM. - September 02, 2012 - Gallery KH
"The Noise in the Basement" Roars Into WWA Gallery on October 6th
Discover the commotion caused at WWA Gallery on October 6 with ‘The Noise in the Basement’ by exhibiting artists James “Jimbot” Demski, Dan Goodsell, JoKa, David Lozeau, Juan Muniz, Jeff T Owens, JC Rivera, and Saratoga Sake. - August 31, 2012 - WWA gallery
Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Launches Amateur Art Contest for Sept. 28-30 Event in Columbus
Aspiring Artists can rub elbows with superstar creators as Wizard World Ohio Comic Con today launched an amateur Art Contest for the event, set for Sept. 28-30 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. - August 31, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
Fine Art Prints and Canvasses for Business Decor Now Available Online
Unique and very affordable fine art prints are now available for the office or home, directly from the artist. - August 30, 2012 - FILMScapes
Gnani Arts Presents Nothing Else But Love: Sculptures and Paintings by P. Gnana in Singapore
A monumental exhibition, as it is after three years that P. Gnana's art collection is being showcased in the Lion City, after exhibiting his paintings and sculptures in New Delhi, Kuala Lumpur, Bangalore, Mumbai and New York. - August 29, 2012 - The Gallery of Gnani Arts
Neal Adams, Alan Davis, Humberto Ramos, Paul Jenkins Top Superstar Artist Alley at Wizard World Ohio Comic Con, Sept. 28-30
Standout comics creators Neal Adams, Alan Davis, Humberto Ramos and Paul Jenkins are among the 80 superstars scheduled to attend Artist Alley at Wizard World Ohio Comic Con, Sept. 28-30, at Greater Columbus Convention Center. - August 29, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
Nicolò Orsi Battaglini Exposes Interiors at Agora Gallery
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Italian artist, Nicolò Orsi Battaglini in In Reverie of Form. - August 29, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Adelphi University to Host Its Seventh Outdoor Sculpture Biennial
The Adelphi University Exhibitions Program presents its seventh Outdoor Sculpture Biennial, featuring the works of 10 skilled sculptors. The biennial will be on view from September 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014. - August 29, 2012 - Adelphi University
Fine Artist Jay Alders Takes Canvas to Silver
Fine artist and surf culture icon releases a jewelry line. - August 27, 2012 - Jay Alders
Sullivan Summit Ends with the Spirit of Malabo
Victor Mooney, AIDS activist and executive director of New York based – South African Arts International, Ltd. (SAAI) has pledged to keep the camaraderie alive; thereby, naming his Brazilian custom made ocean rowboat “The Spirit of Malabo” in a tweet earlier today. - August 25, 2012 - GC Media
South Florida Museum Announces New Political Exhibit, Vote For Me! Vote For Me! The Marketing of Presidential Campaigns August 28 - November 25, 2012
Vintage and rare Presidential campaign materials will be on display at the South Florida Museum in the Curator’s Choice on the 2nd Floor, August 28 - November 25, 2012 in the new exhibit, Vote For Me! Vote For Me! - August 10, 2012 - South Florida Museum
Katerina Verguelis: Glass Art Invested with Love
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Israeli artist, Katerina Verguelis in The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Exhibition. The exhibition is scheduled to run from August 24 through September 13, 2012. The opening reception will be held on Thursday night, August 30, 2012 from 6-8 pm - August 09, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Juan Pablo Gayoso Mogrovejo: Nature is a Source of Superior Power
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Peruvian artist, Juan Pablo Gayoso Mogrovejo in The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Exhibition. - August 08, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild to Showcase Local Arts, Crafts Talent Through High School Exhibit
North Carolina’s Annual Fine Designer Crafts Show to Award Scholarship to High School Student - August 08, 2012 - Carolina Designer Craftsman Guild
RETINAL DISPLACEMENT by Naomi Campbell Explores the Dualities of Reality
RETINAL DISPLACEMENT, an exhibition of new works by Canadian-born artist Naomi Campbell exploring the alternate realities stemming from the merging worlds of the virtual and actual states - August 04, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Fourth Annual Artlightenment Art Show to Uplift the Artist
Nashville is a world-renowned music juncture. Being such, some may overlook the many other artists who dwell and thrive in Music City. - August 04, 2012 - Artlightenment
Summer Grid: a Relational Project by Quintín Rivera-Toro
Part of an on going series of interventions – and in the spirit of relational esthetics – SUMMER GRID is a platform for social engagement as its own form of a visual art experience. - August 03, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Turn Your Lucid Dreams Into Photographs
You Can Turn Your Dreams Into Photographs Says, Photographer Vincent Di Leo. - August 03, 2012 - Vincent DiLeo
Montevideo Artist Travels to Trifecta Gallery Las Vegas
Leonardo Aguirre di Matteo from Uruguay will visit Trifecta Gallery for the opening night of his August 2-30, 2012 exhibit “6191.” The shows title, Six-thousand one-hundred and ninety-one is named for the amount of miles from his South American home to Las Vegas. The title is less apt in distance than to the sensory nature of the artwork. Trifecta discovered the artist at random through frequent visits to the website artreview.com. - August 02, 2012 - TRIFECTA GALLERY
Table Fights 2012 Returns to Providence with Fully Automated, Remote Controlled, Fighting Tables by Local Artists
Table Fights 2012 is a furniture performance art event that features fully automated, remote controlled, fighting tables that compete for “ultimate supremacy in a splinter thirsty showdown of furniture mayhem.” This year, Table Fights founders Shaun Bullens, Annie Evelyn and artist Cara Blaine seek to engage more local artists who may not otherwise have experimented with electronic media or had the opportunity to showcase their work in a performance setting. - August 02, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Mark Van Crombrugge’s Realistic Still Lives at Agora Gallery
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Dutch artist, Mark Van Crombrugge in The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Exhibition. - August 01, 2012 - Agora Gallery
IAMTHEINTERNET: A Farewell Letter to Providence by Diana Joy to World Premiere at Yellow Peril Gallery
Shot in Rhode Island and Vermont, IAMTHEINTERNET introduces audiences to a familiar friend, a “ubiquitous technobeast” known as The Internet, who absentmindedly consumes while a helpless youth loses a sense of self in the engagement process. - August 01, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Giancarlo G. De Vito Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Giancarlo G. De Vito, of Stowe, Vermont, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Art. About Giancarlo G. De Vito Giancarlo G. De Vito is the Owner of Galleria Fine Arte, LLC. - August 01, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Creative Image Affair Markets William Johaunes Verdult's Latest Masterpieces
William Verdult is making a surprise comeback appearance to display his most magnificent collection ever. - July 31, 2012 - Creative Image Affair
Photo Exhibit That Offers Diverse Portrait of African-American Young Men to Open in Philadelphia
On Friday, August 3, 2012, the groundbreaking photographic exhibit "By the Content of My Character: Portraits of African-American Young Men" will open in Philadelphia, PA. Fueled by the killing of Trayvon Martin, the exhibit offers a diverse and positive profile of young African-American men through photos, challenging the irrationality of the stigma often associated with them. - July 30, 2012 - Denise Allen
Chinese Diamond and Emerald Green Jade Brooch to Soar at 888 Auctions Fine Chinese Carvings
Hot off the heels of an auction that saw remarkable prices for jade carvings, 888 Auctions’ final summer sale of the year will be highlighting an exceptional collection of exceptional jade carvings and jewellery. - July 29, 2012 - 888 Auctions
Kushlani Jayasinha: Art is My Journal
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Sri Lankan artist, Kushlani Jayasinha in Degrees of Abstraction. - July 25, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Gnani Arts Pte Ltd Presents a Very Special Exhibition The Asian Prom: Dances of Asia in Visual Art Featuring International Artists
This exhibition will feature elucidating paintings depicting various dance forms of Asia, by 6 accomplished artists who hail from France, Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and India. - July 22, 2012 - The Gallery of Gnani Arts
ART, MUSIC, SUCCESS: An Art Exhibition and Auction Featuring Notable Contemporary Artists
Ascend Global Projects, Anonymous Gallery, and New York City's creative community are honored to present ART, MUSIC, SUCCESS. - July 19, 2012 - Anonymous Gallery