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Summer of Murals Art Competition
The CCMS Task Force has recruited property owners in Downtown Vancouver, rapidly becoming the Arts & Entertainment District of the community, to allow the usage of 7 outdoor walls on their properties for 7 murals. Each will tell a special Vancouver story, beautify the environment and help build Vancouver as a “destination location.” - April 28, 2012 - Clark County Mural Society
overstockArt.com Reveals Mom’s Favorites – Top Five Oil Paintings for Mother’s Day
Monet’s Masterpiece “Poppy Field in Argenteuil” Garnered the Highest Traffic in overstockArt.com’s Mother’s Day Gallery for the Third Consecutive Year - April 27, 2012 - overstockArt.com
William & Kate's Wedding Cake to Auction
The first slice of Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding cake to appear at auction will feature at PFC Auctions on May 3-24. - April 27, 2012 - PFC Auctions
Vidur Chhabra Explores the Meaning in Apparent Chaos
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Indian artist, Vidur Chhabra in Altered States of Reality: an Exhibition of Analog and Digital Photography. - April 25, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Vera L.P. Cauwenberghs: A Dedication to Color and Detailed Form
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Belgian artist, Vera L.P. Cauwenberghs in Symphony of Color. - April 25, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Shokoufeh Malekkiani: Dancing with Light at Agora Gallery
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Iranian artist, Shokoufeh Malekkiani in Altered States of Reality: an Exhibition of Analog and Digital Photography. - April 25, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Pittsburgh Author Larry Ivkovich Participating in Art All Night
Larry Ivkovich to read from The Sixth Precept at the Art All Night event in Lawrenceville, PA. - April 24, 2012 - Larry Ivkovich
Buddha Meets Ganesha: Presented by The Gallery of Gnani Arts
An Aesthetic Congregation of Two Global Icons 3 - 16 May 2012. A special conceptual exhibition of contemporary art in Singapore. - April 23, 2012 - The Gallery of Gnani Arts
Creative Image Affair Signs International Artist Victoria Moore
Creative Image Affair is pleased to announce award-winning artist Victoria Moore. She will be represented internationally with their fine art group. - April 23, 2012 - Creative Image Affair
Authentic Native American Art Becomes an Important Part of The Rare Collections
The Rare Collections has added authentic Native American art including pottery, paintings, kachina dolls, baskets, rugs, sculpture and fetishes from Hopi, Zuni and Navajo artists to their collection. The Native American art pieces come from a collector who owned and operated a southwestern themed... - April 22, 2012 - The Rare Collections
Pryor Fine Art Presents Dusty Griffith: Solo Show April 27 - May 18
Pryor Fine Art presents a solo show for Atlanta based artist, Dusty Griffith. The show begins with an RSVP only event on Thursday, April 26th. The exhibition will be on view from April 27th through May 18th. The artist will be present for the opening. Southern encaustic artist Dusty Griffith... - April 20, 2012 - Pryor Fine Art
"From Starving to Striving" the Business Side of Art Offers Business Training, Coaching & Grant Funding to Artists & Entertainers
“From Starving to Striving” Entrepreneurship Program for Artists is a focused curriculum designed to assist individual artists of all disciplines (visual, musicians, writers, media, theater, performing arts and culinary) in expanding their foundation, strengthening their business skills, both in/out of the classroom. - April 19, 2012 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
KM Fine Arts Presents Picasso and Beyond
KM Fine Arts is pleased to announce the opening of PICASSO and BEYOND presenting 28 works from some of the most iconic 20th century artists who were instrumental, or participated in the infamous School of Paris: Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro, Marc Chagall, Hans Hofmann, Alexander Calder, Willem de... - April 19, 2012 - KM Fine Arts Chicago
Surrealist Art Exhibition Utilizes Dolls, Animation, to Explore Finding New Life Through Death
Portland, OR, contemporary artists Diana Crites and Erin Robinson Grant present a conceptual exploration of rebirth through death in original oil paintings, illustration, sculpture, and video at Pearl District art gallery, Gallery 114. The multi-discipline exhibition runs June 7 through June 30, 2012, with First Thursday opening festivities on June 7. - April 17, 2012 - Gallery 114
"Art of Light & Color" Opens at Pierce Ball Gallery in May
The spring season opens the Pierce Ball Gallery with an exciting new solo show "Art of Light & Color," featuring the works of Rowayton artist, Betty Ball. Betty's work will include pastoral landscapes, florals, and still life in pastels, paintings and monotypes. "Art of Light & Color" is Free and open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays, 1 – 5pm from May 5, 6, 12, 13,19 and 20th. An opening reception will be held Friday May 4, 6 - 8 pm. - April 17, 2012 - Pierce Ball Gallery
Award-Winning Artists "Crawl Off the Map"
The 2012 Saint Paul Art Crawl is a quirky event with hundreds of artists opening their studios for art lovers to meet the artists and purchase artwork in the creative environment. J.A. Geiger Studio opens its doors to guest artists and patrons for a fun, art-filled weekend just off the beaten path from the conventional artist loft community. - April 16, 2012 - J.A. Geiger Studio
Artspace Warehouse to Celebrate Urban Discovery April 19, 2012
The new show Urban Discovery examines the often unnoticed fragments of urban experiences, opening at Artspace Warehouse on Beverly Boulevard April 19, 2012 with an artist reception 5-8pm. - April 13, 2012 - Artspace Warehouse
NJ’s Oldest Art School, duCret School of Art Celebrates 85th Year
The duCret School of Art celebrated it's 85th Anniversary with a Faculty-Alumni Art Show & Sale on the duCret school grounds. Attending were nationally and internationally Known NJ artists. - April 11, 2012 - duCret School of Art
Women’s Art Resources of Minnesota Opens Juried Members Exhibition on April 13 in Northeast Minneapolis
Women’s Art Resources of Minnesota (WARM) is pleased to announce its upcoming 2012 Members Exhibition juried by local arts writer and critic Mason Riddle. The exhibition includes the work of fifty-four WARM member artists and will run April 13-May 4, 2012 with an opening reception Friday... - April 11, 2012 - Women's Art Resources of Minnesota
Inside Out: An Experimental Artistic Process, Nine Artists Exhibit Together After a Six Month Experiment Documenting the Creative Processes That Went Into Each Work
Nine artists present a collection of work illustrating their journey in documenting the conceptual process involved in creating their art. The exhibition will include drawings, writings, sketches and even a few false starts, that ultimately resulted in this show of more than 60 mosaics. The exhibition will be held April 13-June 29, 2012, in the Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics, located at 1800-1806 W. Cuyler Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60613. - April 07, 2012 - The Chicago Mosaic School
Zane’s Puts an Artful Spin on Recycling
After a succesful sculpture competition, the 1st place winner and "Fan Favorite" were chosen. - April 07, 2012 - Zanes Cycles
Erie Art Museum Premieres Its 89th Annual Spring Show
The Erie Art Museum premieres its 89th Annual Spring Show on Saturday, April 21 from 7-9:30 p.m. with an exclusive preview for EAM Museum members and Spring Show in the Museum’s Main Gallery. A free public reception, including family art-making activities, follows on Sunday, April 22 from 1-3... - April 06, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
Artistic Bike Racks for Erie
Creativity was flowing freely in Erie during the past several weeks. A total of 74 individuals submitted 234 different designs to the competition for artistic bike racks to be installed in the downtown area. A committee comprised of members of the Erie Downtown Partnership Design Committee, biking... - April 06, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
LOVE LANDS: Drawings and Paintings by Linda Nagaoka at Yellow Peril Gallery
Working within the tradition of Landscape art making, Nagaoka’s drawings and paintings are interpreted through a contemporary feminine perspective. - April 05, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Red Stamp Art Gallery Presents AsAbaroK Christian Zanotto's Personal Exhibition
Red Stamp Art Gallery presents AsAbaroK Christian Zanotto's Personal Exhibition curated by Sonia Arata Critic text by Jacqueline Ceresoli From the 20th of April till the 26th of May 2012 Red Stamp Art Gallery, Rusland 22, 1012 CL Amsterdam Vernissage: Friday 20 April 2012 – 16:00 /... - April 03, 2012 - Red Stamp Art Gallery
Trifecta Gallery Las Vegas Presents "So Sincere" New Work by Miguel Rodriguez, April 5-30, 2012
Miguel Rodriguez describes “So Sincere” as a space full of his own unique versions of culturally shared images he arrived at after spending a lifetime fascinated with movies, science and pop culture. “Miguel’s work has a playful edge that puts a smile on your face from any... - April 01, 2012 - TRIFECTA GALLERY
Suzanne (SÜ) Fortin’s Organic Compositions at Agora Gallery
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Canadian artist, Suzanne (SÜ) Fortin in Portals of Perception. - March 31, 2012 - Agora Gallery
KATEŘINA Alavedra-Duchoslav: Urban Memories at Agora Gallery
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Czech artist, KATEŘINA Alavedra-Duchoslav in Portals of Perception. - March 31, 2012 - Agora Gallery
An Exhibit of The History of Maine Labor Mural
Exhibit: The History of Maine Labor Mural - Shows the famous labor mural by artist Judy Taylor that was removed from the Maine Department of Labor by Governor Paul LePage. A vivid testimony to the debate on where art and politics meet. April 22 to May 6, 2012. Opening Reception: Sunday, April 22, 2:00 PM. Panel discussion with union officials, artists, and academics on Saturday, April 28, 1:30-2:45 PM. - March 30, 2012 - Lawrence History Center
Artist Invites Public to Engage and Observe the Creative Process
Artist-in-Residence with painter Hazel Belvo, April 9-22 at the Grand Marais Art Colony. Renowned visual artist, Hazel Belvo, will open the artist studio to the community through a daily open house and three public lectures with the intent of dispelling the untouchable mystique surrounding art to... - March 30, 2012 - Grand Marais Art Colony
Fenske Unveils the Secret World of Invisible Art
Noted artist, Gary Fenske, gives tribute to a forgotten art form and its secretive 100 year history. - March 29, 2012 - Fenske Art
Colorado Celebrates History Through Opening of Modernized State Museum; New Center Debuts Multi-Media, Arts-Centric Ground Floor
Steven Weitzman, Master of the multi-disciplinary approach to public art, is an award winning designer of urban spaces, nationally acclaimed artist and sculptor. - March 18, 2012 - Weitzman Studios, Inc
Delphi Glass, America’s Largest Art Glass Retailer, Has Opened in Tianjin, China
Delphi Glass, America’s largest glass retailer has opened in Tianjin, China to serve the growing Studio Glass movement among Chinese artists. Delphi sells System 96© glass, stained glass, tools and supplies. - March 16, 2012 - Delphi Glass Corporation
Becoming Van Gogh
Voice-Over artist Paul Strikwerda portrays famous Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh in the upcoming NBC10 special "Van Gogh Up Close," which airs on Saturday, March 17th at 7:30 p.m. Produced by Eileen Matthews and narrated by Glenn Close, this documentary accompanies the Van Gogh... - March 15, 2012 - Nethervoice
Beckendorf Gallery Offering New Products
Beckendorf Gallery, a unique art gallery dedicated to the work of legendary Texan artist Charles Beckendorf, is proud to be offering new products for purchase through its online store and storefront gallery. The small prints representing the Texas Hill Country were created by Charles Beckendorf... - March 10, 2012 - Beckendorf Gallery
Schoolhouse Arts Center Hosts Spring Fling Craft & Vendor Fair
Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish will be hosting a giant Spring Craft & Vendor Fair to support its 2012 slate of plays and educational classes. This event will be held on Saturday April 7 at George E. Jack School, 15 Northeast Road, Standish, ME 04084 from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. There will be... - March 09, 2012 - Schoolhouse Arts Center on Sebago Lake in Standish
CBMM Opens New Tugboat Exhibit April 21
“Push and Pull: Life on Chesapeake Tugboats,” opens as a new exhibit on Saturday, April 21 in the Steamboat Building of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in St. Michaels, MD. The Chesapeake is a highway for tugs and barges, and for the large ships aided by tugs in port. The... - March 08, 2012 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
888 Auctions to Feature Magnificent Qing Period Hexagonal Vase March 29th
888 Auctions is proud to launch its spring auction season by featuring a wonderful collection of Chinese arts with its Spring Chinese Estates sale Thursday, March 29th, 2012. - March 07, 2012 - 888 Auctions
Beyond the Art: Life Experiences Before and After Japanese American Internment Camps
Precious Vida Yamaguchi, professor of communication at Cedar Crest College in Allentown, PA, will present a talk Friday, March 30 at 7 p.m. at the Erie Art Museum. Her presentation will focus on Japanese Americans' narratives and life experiences before, during and after World War II Internment... - March 07, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
Art for Progress Announces Artists to be Shown at Fountain Art Fair
Art for Progress, Fountain Art Fair’s non-profit partner for NY Art Week, has announced the artists it will be presenting for both the Fair and the March 10th after party. Additionally, the organization will be showing work from the most promising student artists participating in its... - March 05, 2012 - Art For Progress
BODY PRESENCE: Material and Response by Flynn Grinnan at Yellow Peril Gallery
Sculptures in BODY PRESENCE Aim to Offer an Embodiment of Reflection: on Art, on Process, and on Being Human - March 03, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Erie Art Museum Now Accepting Works for 89th Annual Spring Show
Works are currently being accepted for the Erie Art Museum’s 89th Annual Spring Show, a regional juried exhibit, running April 21 through July 8, 2012 in the Erie Art Museum’s Main Gallery. All artists residing within 250 miles of Erie are invited to enter works not previously... - March 02, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
SILHOUETTES Opens March 3rd, 2012 at Artspace Warehouse
New art exhibition SILHOUETTES opens March 3rd, 2012 at Artspace Warehouse during Miracle Mile’s Artwalk. New figurative series debut from artists Daniel Maltzman, Edith Konrad, Mark Acetelli, Ekaterina Moré and Judy Zimbert among others. - March 02, 2012 - Artspace Warehouse
Youth Artists to Debut Artwork in New York's Big Screen Plaza
Young students from around the U.S. will showcase their artwork in New York City's Big Screen Plaza on March 2-3 from 5-8pm. The 3 hour slideshow, created by Artsonia, the world's largest online student art museum is part of the National Art Education Association's annual convention, being held in New York. Last year, families flew in from various states to enjoy the unique opportunity to see their child's artwork displayed in such a spectacular venue. - February 29, 2012 - Artsonia
Gallery Night is Seven Venues in One; Night Museum and Independent Galleries Open Their Doors Late
Explore Erie’s vibrant arts scene on Friday, March 16 from 7-10 p.m. at this after-hours celebration of art and culture, featuring exhibition openings, artist meet & greets and demos, and refreshments at the Erie Art Museum and independent galleries throughout the city. All gallery events... - February 29, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
Franchise Business Review Names Young Rembrandts in 2012 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards
Young Rembrandts Franchise Inc is proud to be listed at #20 in overall franchisee satisfaction and #3 in the child services category. This is 4th year Young Rembrandts has been ranked by Franchise Business Review. - February 29, 2012 - Young Rembrandts Inc.
Susumu Hasegawa: Fresh Perspective of Painting at Agora Gallery
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Japanese artist, Susumu Hasegawa in East Meets West: An Exhibition of Fine Art from Asia. The exhibition is scheduled to run from March 6, 2012 through March 27, 2012 (opening reception: Thursday, March 8, 2012). - February 29, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Slimm Buick and Art Bikes to Appear at Sacramento Contemporary Gallery Mar. 2-4
Slimm Buick (www.SlimmBuick.com) and his famous Art Bikes will be appearing at the Sacramento Temporary Contemporary Gallery, Mar. 2-4, 2012, in conjunction with a City-wide celebration of the North American Handmade Bicycle Show ArtBike! at the Sacramento Convention Center (same dates). The Gallery is located at 1616 Del Paso Blvd. CA 95815, inside the Greens Hotel. Buick will also ride in the Art Bike Parade on Saturday, Mar. 3rd, beginning at 4pm at the Convention Center. - February 27, 2012 - Bicycle Art Salon
Art Works Downtown Presents: "The Elements" Juried by Maria Medua, Director of SFMOMA Artists Gallery
Art Works Downtown announces “The Elements,” a new exhibit in the main gallery at 1337 Fourth Street, San Rafael, CA, March 9 through April 27, Opening Reception on Friday, March 9 coinciding with 2nd Fridays Art Walk. A 2nd reception will coincide with April 13, 2nd Fridays Art Walk. - February 25, 2012 - Art Works Downtown
Artis Entertainment Announces the Nationwide Release of Critically-Acclaimed Indie Feature Film "Heart of Now" - A Film by the Sabi Company
Artis Entertainment announces the nationwide home entertainment release by Vanguard Cinema of The Sabi Company’s critically acclaimed indie drama “Heart of Now” - a film by Sabi. “Hugely Impressive” by Twitch Magazine, “Absolutely Gorgeous” by Ain’t it Cool News, and Filmmaker Magazine noted director Zak Forsman’s work "is very accomplished… Amazing!” - February 23, 2012 - Artis Entertainment