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Lava Celebrates QANTM Create Design Awards Win
On September 22, Lava Web Creations received the prestigious Qantm Create Design Award for the category best Website Design. This award is given to only one company each year in honour of their flawless design sensibility and integration of multi-media content. - October 24, 2011 - Lava Web Creations
National Academy Museum Holds Day-Long Symposium on Artist Will Barnet
Symposium speakers and panelists include art historians, curators and artists. A special highlight features film screening of Will Barnet: Tracing the Soul of the Work by Dale Schierholt. - October 22, 2011 - National Academy Museum & School of Fine Arts
The DAVE School Welcomes 3D Artist Rich Suchy as New Modeling Instructor
The DAVE School is proud to announce the addition of Rich Suchy to their all-star faculty lineup. Originally from Burbank, California, Suchy brings to The DAVE School an extensive background in designing, building and texturing 3D models for feature films, television, and video games. - October 21, 2011 - The DAVE School
Celebrity Shoe Designer Blends Hot Women with Even Hotter Shoes in Calendar Release
Custom Ladies the hottest mix of beautiful women and custom sneakers has released the 2012 Calendar entitled the Masterpiece Edition. Each sneaker hand painted with a reproduction of a famous work of art are seen on twelve top urban models. - October 19, 2011 - Custom Ladies LLP
Ravens Roosting at NM State Land Office
Artist and Visual Storyteller Beth Surdut creates Listening to Raven-intricate drawings accompanied by collected true stories of spirit and science featuring the iconic Raven, a totemic icon that flies through world cultures. Her acclaimed series, Listening to Raven, is all about paying attention and is roosting until November 30 at the New Mexico State Land Office. What's your story? - October 18, 2011 - Beth Surdut
Limn Literary & Arts Journal Launches Website
Limn Literary & Arts Journal announces the launching of their website and their submission dates. Limn Literary & Arts Journal was created to give exposure to new and emerging artists and also bridge the gap between art and assistance. - October 15, 2011 - Limn Literary & Arts Journal
Kultur is Proud to Announce the Release of The Palace of Versailles Available on DVD on November 15, 2011
The Palace of Versailles Available on DVD Nov. 15. Kultur is proud to announce the release of The Palace of Versailles available on DVD on November 15, 2011. The Chateau of Versailles remains forever the emblematic symbol of Louis XIV, whose reign lasted for almost half a century. This new... - October 14, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
"Huge Glass Comic Book" to Debut at Wizard World Mid-Ohio Comic Con, Oct. 22-23
The "Huge Glass Comic Book," the world's first glass comic book, makes its public run debut at Wizard World Mid-Ohio Comic Con, October 22-23 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. - October 13, 2011 - Fan Expo HQ
Orphan Train Historian Receives Special President’s Award for Her Work – Will Tour Midwest this Autumn
Author and historian, Marilyn June Coffey, will tour Nebraska and Kansas starting October 11, to enlighten listeners about the little-known orphan trains. Marilyn was recently bestowed the Special President’s Award by the National Orphan Train Complex, in honor of her research and writing on the topic of the orphan trains. Marilyn is the author of the highly-lauded Mail-Order Kid: An Orphan Train Rider’s Story, which is written from the perspective of real-life orphan train rider, Teresa Martin. - October 10, 2011 - Concierge Marketing Inc.
Henry Niese : The Painter's Palette
Henry Niese Exhibition Announcement - October 08, 2011 - Gold Leaf Studios
Chao Fia Contemporary Presents International Abstract Art Exhibition "Private Spheres"
International Abstract Art Exhibition in Rearte Gallery, Vienna – October 7–21, 2011. Participating artists: Adrian Bayreuther (Germany), Alberto D’Assumpção (Portugal), Olga Dmytrenko (USA / Ukraine), Frank Ettenberg (Austria/USA), Harriette Lawler (USA), Abd Masoud (Austria / Jordan), Izabella Pavlushko (Azerbaijan), Constantin Severin (Romania), Gerti Hopf (Austria). - October 07, 2011 - Chao Fia Contemporary
Salvato Golf Course Landscape Paintings Showcased in New Limited Edition Series
Limited Edition Giclée Prints of Original Oil and Watercolor Paintings by Guy Salvato Depict Venerable US and International Golf Venues - October 03, 2011 - Golf Impressions Plus
Joyce Wynes Presents Her Acrylic Paintings at a Solo Exhibition at City Hall Rotunda Gallery, October 3-31
If you are looking for “Bright, Bold, Colorful, Flat, Semi-Abstract to Abstract, Stylized, Contemporary Paintings in Acrylic and Mixed Media on Canvas” then you are invited into the world of art belonging to Joyce Wynes at her Solo Exhibition. - October 03, 2011 - Joyce Wynes
William Pope.L Creates Set of Limited-Edition Prints for 20x200.com
Art collectors have the opportunity to own three limited-edition prints by seminal conceptual artist William Pope.L. The prints, from his series Skin Set Drawings, are available exclusively at 20x200.com, the place to discover and buy art online. - October 02, 2011 - 20x200
Portland's Gallery 114 Presents "Portlandia: A Series of Prints from the Field" Featuring Artist F.X. Rosica
Portland, OR artist F.X. Rosica, member of Pearl District's Gallery 114, debuts his new collection of prints from sketches conducted on location using the region’s famous public transportation system. - October 02, 2011 - Gallery 114
The Online Museum, Where Everyone Can Come Together and Share Their Culture and Heritage
Everyone likes to share, now you can share your culture and heritage with the world! - September 29, 2011 - The Online Museum
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of Rubens: Passion, Faith, Sensuality and the Art of the Baroque from the Gallery of Masters Series Available October 25th
Gallery of The Masters Series - Rubens: Passion, Faith, Sensuality and The Art of The Baroque Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Rubens: Passion, Faith, Sensuality and The Art of The Baroque from our Gallery of Masters Series available October 25th. His legacy consists of over two... - September 28, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of Edgar Degas: Of Dandies, Ballerinas and Women Ironing, Available on DVD October 25th
The Gallery of the Masters - Edgar Degas: Of Dandies, Ballerinas and Women Ironing. Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Edgar Degas: Of Dandies, Ballerinas and Women Ironing, available on DVD October 25th. At the age of 36 his sight began to fail. He could no longer stand bright... - September 28, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Golfers and Artists to Mingle at The duCret School of Art 85th Year Celebration
On Tuesday, October 4, from 6:30pm – 10:30 pm - NJ's oldest art institution, duCret School of Art celebrates it's 85th Year kick-off event at Suburban Golf Club in Union, NJ. There will be a special presentation honoring Swain Galleries, NJ's oldest art gallery, for their decades worth of service to the school and to the art world. - September 25, 2011 - duCret School of Art
Swain Galleries Presents "Feathers and Fur" - 2 Artists & 2 Pastel Art Demonstrations
On Saturday, September 24th from 1pm - 3pm, art and animal lovers alike will have the opportunity to query the pastel techniques of two highly regarded wildlife artists; Leslie Delgyer and Karen McCormack. - September 23, 2011 - duCret School of Art
Emerging Artist, Pam Corbett, Exhibits at EXIT Realty Metro Gallery
EXIT Realty Metro hosts its ninth featured artist in the Emerging Artist Series, mixed media artist, Pam Cobert. This featured exhibit in the EXIT Realty Metro Gallery will run from September 8 through October 28th, 2011. - September 23, 2011 - EXIT Realty Metro
Holocaust Memorial Center Acquires Historic World War II Railway Boxcar
Holocaust Memorial Center acquires an authentic World War II-era railway boxcar from Germany that was used to transport Jews and other prisoners from camp to camp, often 100 or more at a time, during the Holocaust. - September 23, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Keith Mikell to Show in Pomona’s Arts Colony
Los Angeles-based artist Keith Mikell’s solo show “Bon Appétit” opens October 8, 2011, at Twenty Miles East Gallery. - September 21, 2011 - Twenty Miles East
Poster Plus: Grand Re-Opening Gallery Party and Poster Conservation Demonstration
Chicago vintage poster gallery, Poster Plus, new gallery re-opening features rare behind scenes tour inside conservation lab to see poster restoration projects in action. - September 20, 2011 - Poster Plus
Carlton Hobbs Announces Participation at Fine Art Asia Hong Kong October 3-7, 2011
Carlton Hobbs, LLC is thrilled to be participating for the first time in Fine Art Asia, the premiere annual fine art fair in Asia located in Hong Kong. The fair's opening night preview will be held Sunday, October 2 from 6-9 pm, with the fair lasting from Monday, October 3 to Friday, October 7. Hours for the fair are from 11 am-7 pm from Monday-Thursday and 11 am-6 pm on Friday. - September 19, 2011 - Carlton Hobbs LLC
Artibly.com Opens Gallery Store for Artists and Photographers
Web Site Allows Artists to Increase On-Line Presence and Sell Unique Products and Archival Prints. - September 19, 2011 - Artibly.com
Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com: Important Photographic Equipment Including Leica, NASA Items and "9/11" Memorial Camera
iGavel Auctions is pleased to announce the start of their associate seller Everard and Company’s online auction of Important Photographic Equipment from the Estate of Arthur Keir and Other Owners. The auction will take place through October 3rd, 2011 at www.iGavelAuctions.com. - September 16, 2011 - iGavel, Inc.
Ed Weiss Previews The Forgotten History of Staten Island September 17th, 3PM at Snug Harbor
The Forgotten History of Staten Island Artist Talk: 3pm, Saturday, September 17th at Snug Harbor, Staten Island. 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10310, Free admission. Ed Weiss will preview his upcoming work The Forgotten History of Staten Island, a month long celebration of real and imagined historical events. - September 16, 2011 - FHSI
Leanne Venier, Award Winning Visual Artist Presents: Effective Color: Using Light & Color Frequencies in Medicine
International award winning artist, Leanne Venier, will showcase her evocative and vibrant abstract oil paintings in a solo exhibition titled Effective Color: Using Light & Color Frequencies in Medicine. The exhibition scientifically explores the healing effect of color. “Technology is... - September 15, 2011 - Leanne Venier Visual Artist
Serena Lin Bush, Aniden Interactive’s Creative Strategist, Designs “Green” Public Art Installation for Houston
City of Houston Commissions Lin Bush, Along with a Few Other Local Artists, to Promote Green Standards at the Houston Central Permitting Office Building - September 15, 2011 - Aniden Interactive
View Fausto's Beautiful Transformations at Agora Gallery
Fausto is a contemporary artist whose artwork is an expression of color that represents love in relation to woman and the universe, capturing it mystically and metaphorically in abstraction. His vision of life and harmony allows him to paint in a dedicated manner with a full feeling of happiness and freedom. - September 15, 2011 - Agora Gallery
"Lotto Icons {A Global Perspective}" Works by Earl B. Lewis
Exhibit opens Oct. 7, 2011 and runs through Oct. 22, 2011. Special preview with Earl B. Lewis will be held Oct. 6, 2011 for media and special guests. Portion of proceeds benefits local community center. - September 09, 2011 - The Wells Gallery in Historic Charleston
Thomas Deans Fine Art Features Jason Craighead in "4 Painters" Exhibition
Raleigh, NC artist's work helps inaugurate gallery's new location. - September 07, 2011 - Jason Craighead
Newly Unveiled Artwork Captures the Soul of a Diverse Campus
NOVOREALISM founder Alexey Steele brings live experience of community into his new painting commissioned by CSU Dominguez Hills to commemorate the 50th anniversary of one of the most diverse campuses in the nation. - September 06, 2011 - Alexey Steele
Sarah'sINCOGNITO Goes Ballerina on La Brea. The Biggest Ever.
"The Mural On La Brea" is a hand painted mural project in Los Angeles, CA. An image by artist Sarah'sINCOGNITO will grace a 30ft x 80ft outdoor wall at 351 S. La Brea (between 3rd and 4th Streets). This is a neighborhood beautification project directed by LA based artist Sarah'sINCOGNITO,... - September 06, 2011 - Sarah'sINCOGNITO
Abstract Artist Amy Cannady Opens Chicago's Fall Art Season at Gallery KH
Cannady's new exhibition "Poetry in Paint" opens Friday, September 9 at Gallery KH in Chicago. - September 02, 2011 - Gallery KH
Kultur Announces the DVD Release of William Turner: Visions of Color and Light. This DVD Will be Available September 27
Gallery of the Masters Series William Turner: Visions of Color and Light Debuts on DVD September 27 Kultur announces the DVD release of William Turner: Visions of Color and Light. This DVD will be available September 27, 2011. William Turner is one of the most important English painters of the... - September 01, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of Paul Cezanne: The World in an Apple Will be Available on September 27, 2011
Gallery of the Masters Series Paul Cezanne: The World in an Apple Debuts on DVD September 27 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Paul Cezanne: The World in an Apple from our series The Gallery of the Masters. This illuminating program presents an overview of Cezanne’s... - September 01, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Art & Soul of St. Pete Featuring Stu Andrews and Josh Sullivan
The St. Petersburg Museum of History is proud to announce the “Art and Soul: Artist of St. Pete” Exhibit. Throughout the year they will have local artists of multiple mediums presenting their pieces within the museum. Every two months a new artist will be on display. September Artists... - August 28, 2011 - Saint Petersburg Historical Society
E&T Plastics Donates Acrylic Sheet to the “Reflecting the Stars” Art Installation in New York City
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, donated key acrylic components to the “Reflecting the Stars” art installation in New York City. - August 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Local Show Invites Artists Over 40 Worldwide
Challenging the myth that cutting edge art is created only by young artists, a local art group - The Haggus Society - is mounting its first show created by older artists, some from beyond U.S. borders. The three-day show, opening in early October, will be held at Cathi Milligan’s Glass Studio... - August 25, 2011 - Terri Lloyd Company
Sowells Makes Impressive Kennedy Gallery Splash: Multi-Faceted Artist Exhibits Bold Work for August Solo Show
Solo art exhibition featuring vibrant works by artist by Frank Sowells, Jr., founder of Art View Creations, at the Janette Kennedy Gallery through August 18. Artist's reception will be on August 17, 2012, 6:30 -930pm. Location: 1409 S. Lamar Street Dallas, TX 75215. - August 25, 2011 - Art View Creations
Table is Set for a Visual and Culinary Celebration
Michigan AIDS Coalition Announces 2nd Annual DIFFA: Dining by Design Events - August 22, 2011 - Michigan AIDS Coalition
Iconic Marin: Paintings by Bryn Craig at Gallery Bergelli
Exploring and illuminating one of America's most fabled regions, Gallery Bergelli is pleased to present Iconic Marin: Paintings by Bryn Craig. Opening September 23, with the gallery reception from 6-8pm, the exhibition continues through October 19, 2011. - August 21, 2011 - Gallery Bergelli
Abstract Thinking and Glasses Clinking at EAM's Gallery Night
Abstract thinking, glasses clinking, free admission, artist demos, tasty bites and live music combine for Gallery Night, Friday, August 26, 2011, 7-10 p.m. Along with vibrant art displays, twelve participating galleries will also offer complimentary appetizers, drinks, and entertainment. The... - August 19, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
Registration Open for Fall Art Classes at Erie Art Museum
Studio art classes are forming now for the Erie Art Museum’s Fall Semester with registration to begin August 15. Register before September 6 and receive a $10 Early Bird discount on each class. Most classes begin the week of September 12 including a broad range of classes for kids and adults,... - August 19, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
The Colomb Art Gallery, London at the Newcastle Gateshead Art Fair
The Colomb Art Gallery, London and York Fine Arts are proud to announce their participation in this year’s Newcastle Gateshead Art Fair 2011. - August 18, 2011 - Colomb Art
SF Bay Area Non-Profit Trains Museums on Cutting-Edge Imaging Technology
Cultural Heritage Imaging (CHI), a San Francisco-based non-profit, is offering free training in high-tech imaging to local and national museum professionals at a series of workshops throughout the US. Museum staff use the imaging techniques to create beautiful, high-resolution, interactive media... - August 17, 2011 - Cultural Heritage Imaging
Mecca Design and Production Chosen to Build Experiential Courthouse for The Discovery Science Place in Tyler, Texas
Mecca Design and Production, a leading event and trade show exhibit design group, has been chosen to build an interactive courthouse for The Discovery Science Place in Tyler, Texas. The courthouse, sponsored by the Smith County and Texas Bar Foundation, Ron Mabry Architecture and Jacobe Brothers Construction, and in partnership with CASA of East Texas and Children's Advocacy Center of Smith County promises to be the centerpiece of the Hometown U.S.A. experience at the children's museum. - August 11, 2011 - Mecca Design and Production
Home-Tech is Tagging Graffiti in Support of Arts for ACT Fine Art Auction
Home-Tech, an air conditioning and appliance service and sales business headquartered in Fort Myers, is the Tagging Sponsor of Arts for ACT Fine Art Auction, “Graffiti Night.” The gala event will be held on August 6 at the Harborside Event Center in the River District, Downtown Fort... - August 10, 2011 - Home-Tech