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Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release from the Sites of the World’s Culture Series: Stonehenge and Megalithic Cultures on DVD April 26
Sites of the World’s Culture Series: Stonehenge and Megalithic Cultures on DVD April 26 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release from the Sites of the World’s Culture Series: Stonehenge and Megalithic Cultures. The film focuses on Stonehenge, the symbol of megalithic culture and... - March 31, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Outhouse Exhibit Services Touring Live Tarantula Exhibit
The only traveling exhibit of its kind; a unique opportunity to view many different types of live tarantulas while learning about their life habits and habitats. - March 30, 2011 - Outhouse Exhibit Services
The Astleford Restoration Studio Introduces Economic Stimulus Plan for Antique Dealers
The Astleford Restoration Studio introduces a four part economic stimulus plan to assist antique and collectible dealers and estate auction resellers with boosting their sales and increasing their profits. - March 29, 2011 - The Astleford Restoration Studio
Pierce Ball Gallery Announces the "Art of the Car" Show for Spring 2011
"Cars are a study in elegant design details. I had in my minds' eye a show that celebrated those details and was able to find 3 artists that were perfect for this show," says Elizabeth P. Ball, director of the Pierce Ball Gallery - March 26, 2011 - Pierce Ball Gallery
Embodiments of Emotions in Did Dontzoff's Passionate Art at Agora Gallery
Did Dontzoff is a contemporary artist and a dancer who creates splendid dynamic paintings using simple colors, blue and black, and mix in the zest of a vibrant red, to provide the viewers with something they will want to consume anew every day. His work assures that vision comes first, creates our first impressions, influences our thoughts and develops our emotions. - March 25, 2011 - Agora Gallery
InnovationErie: Design Competition 2011, Erie Art Museum Seeking Bright Ideas
People are inventing the future everyday, and some of them are right here in Pennsylvania. If you're one of them, there’s a chance to take your bright idea and turn it into a reality. Now in its third year, InnovationErie Design Competition is a collaborative effort among professionals in... - March 23, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
Recycled Arts Contest Rewards Thrifty Artists
Delphi Glass announces a new art contest asking artists to create glass art from recycled supplies. Entries accepted until April 30th. - March 20, 2011 - Delphi Glass Corporation
Erie Art Museum Now Accepting Works for the 88th Annual Spring Show
Works are currently being accepted for the Erie Art Museum’s 88th Annual Spring Show, a regional juried exhibit, running April 16 through June 26, 2011 in the Erie Art Museum’s new Main Gallery, accessed from the new entrance on 5th Street. All artists residing within 250 miles of Erie... - March 20, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
Park West Gallery Brings Art Appreciation to Detroit Public Schools
Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro inspires Thirkell Elementary students with art lecture, donation - March 19, 2011 - Park West Gallery
Park West Gallery Inspires Seattle Students with Celebrity Artist Noah
Park West Gallery provides art enrichment, donation to the International School - March 18, 2011 - Park West Gallery
Studio Art Classes Forming Now at the Erie Art Museum
Studio art classes are forming now for the spring semester at Erie Art Museum. Many classes and workshops begin the week of March 28, 2011, including a broad range of classes for kids and adults, beginners to virtuosos. Quarterly sessions last three to ten weeks, and professional artists teach all... - March 18, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
overstockArt.com Announces Launch of ArtistBe.com - New Online Community for Creating, Selling & Buying Art Online
overstockArt.com’s New Social Commerce Venture Supports Artists Around the World - March 18, 2011 - overstockArt.com
Spring Love Art Exhibition
Original Artworks and Love Stories on Display through the Month of March at Cork & Olive, Lake Mary - March 17, 2011 - Michelle Valentine - Matchmaker & Dating Advice Expert
Rodolfo Viola - MPWF - at NY ARTEXPO 2011, March 25-27, 2011
Rodolfo Viola, better known as MPWF, will be in the NY ARTEXPO 2011, showing his collection "Deadly Sins." Once again leaded by Nazli Kalayci Art Dealer, Rodolfo Viola will be representing Argentina, with an unpublished collection, showing his pictorial quality and versatility, in... - March 16, 2011 - MPWF-ARTE
Raleigh Artist Vinita Jain’s Work Displayed in Pastel Society of North Carolina Show
Local Artist’s Pastel Paintings Exhibited at Ambleside Gallery In Greensboro - March 16, 2011 - Vinita Jain
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum TechTwilight Connects Families and High Tech Entrepreneurs
The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is hosting TechTwilight, its third annual local tech event, on May 21 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. TechTwilight connects entrepreneurs, innovations and their families for an inspiring evening of fun. “TechTwilight is a science fair for adults that provides local... - March 14, 2011 - TechTwilight2011
Join the Party at Chatsworth This Year
Lavish house parties, the inspirational Bachelor Duke, a ladies’ maid and dressing up costumes make up some of the intriguing elements at Chatsworth this year as it celebrates the bicentenary of the 6th Duke of Devonshire’s succession. Visitors will get a glimpse into a remarkable past when the stunning country estate re-opens its doors to the house on March 13 2011. - March 13, 2011 - Chatsworth
Creatures of the Abyss Now Open at the Lawrence Hall of Science
Descend to the Deepest Parts of the Ocean at the Newest Exhibition at the Lawrence Hall of Science. - March 11, 2011 - Lawrence Hall of Science
Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com: Margaret Mitchell Scrapbook Featured in iGavel Online Auction
iGavel Auctions associate seller Everard and Company’s auction is now live through March 24th on www.igavelauctions.com. - March 11, 2011 - iGavel, Inc.
Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com: Fine & Decorative Arts Auction: Property from Various Estates and Owners
iGavel Auctions associate seller Nye & Company auction is now live, available for bidding through March 22nd. The sale includes paintings, an assortment of silver, furniture and porcelain. There is a large collection of sterling silver-coated sea shells by Bucellatti and Verdura. Numerous... - March 11, 2011 - iGavel, Inc.
Weldons Exhibit a Rare Piece of Cork Silver
A 200 year old Cork silver freedom box, made by Carden Terry and Jane Williams and presented to Admiral Sir James Hawkins Whitshed, is to be a feature at the Weldon’s stand at the National Antique and Fine Art Fair in Limerick over the weekend of March 19/20. A friend of Lord Nelson, and a... - March 11, 2011 - Weldon Jewellers
Park West Gallery Spring Sale Offers Unique Works at Attractive Prices
Eclectic Park West Gallery collection features fine art, sports memorabilia, animation art and designer jewelry - March 10, 2011 - Park West Gallery
AMBIguous: A Creative Versatility
This month, Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa is once again hosting an exhibition that will certainly delight creative minds and art amateurs alike. - March 09, 2011 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Carlton Hobbs Announces New York Launch of the Groundbreaking Study of Early Louisiana Furniture: "Furnishing Louisiana"
Carlton Hobbs, the leading specialist in museum quality 17th-19th century British and Continental furniture and decorative arts, has announced that they are hosting the New York launch of "Furnishing Louisiana": Creole and Acadian Furniture, 1735–1835 at their New York gallery, at... - March 08, 2011 - Carlton Hobbs LLC
"Life Lines" an Exhibition of Photography and Drawing from Nature at Rockwell Art Gallery in New Canaan
Rockwell Art Gallery in New Canaan anticipates the onset of spring with a celebration of life. The exhibition features the finely detailed wildlife pencil illustrations of Patty Storms and the vivid narrative photography of Michael Pressman. The two artists are paired for the first time with their... - March 08, 2011 - Patty Storms Art
New Release Provides Detailed, Thrilling Look at Inside World of Art Auctions, Ageless Story of Search for Wealth; Book by Michael Zomber, Release by Dog Ear Publishing
An undiscovered painting by Vincent Van Gogh and the fascinating world of fine art auctions star in this riveting story, based on true accounts and experiences the author had during more than 40 years of attending, bidding and selling at auctions in the United States and Europe. - March 06, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing
Adelphi Commemorates 100th Anniversary of Triangle Factory Fire with Art Exhibition in New York City
This art exhibit features individual and collaborative works and art pieces to commemorate the centennial of the New York City Triangle Factory Fire at The Great Hall of The Cooper Union. - March 06, 2011 - Adelphi University
Gallery Night at the Erie Art Museum
Abstract thinking, glasses clinking, free admission, artist demos, tasty bites and live music combine for Gallery Night, scheduled for Friday, March 11, 2001, 7-10 p.m. Explore the city’s vibrant arts scene at this unique event, featuring a tour of nine independent galleries who will open... - March 05, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
iGavel Auctions Associate Seller Litchfield County Auctions’ ‘Winter Antiques Sale’ Sells Over 90%
iGavel Auctions associate seller Litchfield County Auctions sale which closed on February 18 of American Folk Art, Furniture, Paintings & Decorations and European Antiques & Fine Art was a success, selling over 90% of the lots offered and grossing well above the high estimate for those items. - March 04, 2011 - iGavel, Inc.
Plein Air Painters of Hawaii Presents the 4th Annual Juried Members Show at Maui Hands Gallery in Paia
Plein Air Painters of Hawaii (PAPOH), an internationally recognized painting group based in Hawaii, is showing selected paintings at Maui Hands Gallery in Paia. Opening reception to be held Friday March 4, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m, show runs to April 4th. - March 03, 2011 - Jan Bushart Fine Art
American Craft Endeavors Presents Lauderdale by the Sea Craft Festival
South Florida’s favorite craft show returns on March 12-13, 2011 with the country’s most talented artists and crafters. - March 03, 2011 - American Craft Endeavors
Painting Enhances Recovery for Local Artist
The Winter 2011 Brushes with Life exhibit, the volunteer-driven creative arts program at the UNC Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health, will be on display until late spring. - March 02, 2011 - Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health
Growth of Emotions in Koki Morimoto's Nature Inspired Series at Agora Gallery
Koki Morimoto is a contemporary artist who gets inspiration from nature, believing that our lives exist within it. Like everything in nature, his paintings keep growing, one line brings the next line, trying to take its shape on the canvas, until they escape from the medium to find root in a viewer's mind. - March 01, 2011 - Agora Gallery
9/11 Flipbook Unifies Diverse Personal Experiences and Creates Controversy
Artist Scott Blake aims to perpetuate a continuing dialogue about the 9/11 experience with one controversial project. - February 25, 2011 - Barcode Art
Gannon University Schuster Gallery to Feature Artists and Clients of Stairways Behavioral Health's Center City Arts
Gannon University's Schuster Gallery will display artworks created by artists and clients of Stairways' Center City Arts in a show titled "Message in a Bottle," opening February 25. An artist reception will take place at Schuster Gallery from 5-7 PM on Thursday, March 10. The gallery is located on the third Floor of Gannon University's Nash Library, 619 Sassafras St. in Erie, Pa., and is open during regular library. - February 25, 2011 - Stairways Behavioral Health
Oregon Artist Carolyn Cole to Show a New Collection of Paintings at Gallery KH in Chicago
Evoking Memory by Carolyn Cole opens Friday, March 4, 2011 at Gallery KH in the River North Arts District - February 25, 2011 - Gallery KH
PhotoSpherix Creates Virtual Galleries for Indiana State Museum
PhotoSpherix has completed new education and outreach initiatives for the Indiana State Museum. The 360 product photography studio coordinated an extensive photo shoot for museum exhibits not currently on display. - February 25, 2011 - PhotoSpherix
California Artist Nicolette Turns Love Into Livelihood Selling "Love with Passion" and Other Red Hot Originals as Well as Real Estate
Owner of Abundant Life Art, very creative Realtor and Artist sells her original "Love Paintings" - "Serendipity," "Gentle Love," "Dreamy Love" and "Love With Passion" are recent names of originals that have sold very quickly. Nicolette's customers are also falling in love with her art notecards, limited edition prints, Giclee's on canvas and handmade unique pottery. - February 24, 2011 - Abundant Life Art
American Craft Endeavors Presents the Villages Craft Festival at La Plaza Grande on March 5 & 6, 2011
American Craft Endeavors, producer of the finest craft fairs in the country including the popular shows at Lake Sumter Landing Market Square and Spanish Springs Town Square, returns to The Villages on March 5 – 6, 2011 with the 2nd Annual The Villages Craft Festival at La Plaza Grande. This... - February 24, 2011 - American Craft Endeavors
Howard Alan Events Presents The Downtown Venice Art Classic Returns on March 5 & 6, 2011
Howard Alan Events returns to Downtown Venice featuring the work of longtime favorite artists, as well as new and emerging talent. - February 24, 2011 - Howard Alan Events
Howard Alan Events Presents The Las Olas Art Fair Part II on March 5 & 6, 2011
The Las Olas Art Fair returns for part two of this wildly popular award-winning show, March 5 - 6, 2011. - February 24, 2011 - Howard Alan Events
Penn State Libraries to Digitize Lynd Ward Collection for Documentary by 217 Films
In celebration of the art and life of American printmaker and illustrator, Lynd Ward (1905-1985), 217 Films has given a gift to Penn State University Libraries to digitize selected Ward woodcuts and wood engravings. 217 Films will showcase many of these works in a new film titled “O Brother... - February 22, 2011 - 217 Films
DirectRooms.com – Brain Art Exhibition and Unconference Will Educate Sydney in March 2011
People who are interested in the brain, its function, and its structure can look forward to the Brain Art Exhibition and Unconference in Sydney. It will take place from 3 March to 12 March 2011, and it seamlessly combines the fields of neuroscience and art. - February 22, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Artist Jan Bushart Shows Maui Plein Air Paintings at Hotel Hana-Maui
Multiple award-winning painter exhibits work at the Hotel Hana-Maui in Solo Show during the month of February featuring paintings recently created on location in Maui. - February 20, 2011 - Jan Bushart Fine Art
Park West Gallery Artist Marcus Glenn Inspires Philadelphia Art Students
Park West Gallery donates Marcus Glenn works to St. Mary’s Interparochial School. - February 20, 2011 - Park West Gallery
Adelphi University to Host an Exhibition of Artwork by David Jacobs
Adelphi University is proud to feature David Jacobs: Selected Works, an exhibition presenting the diverse body of work of an artist, sculptor, and educator. The work on view represents David Jacobs’ work from the past 40 years which includes welded aluminum sculptures, drawings, and the famed... - February 19, 2011 - Adelphi University
Adelphi University Presents The French Landscape Art Exhibition
Adelphi University is proud to present The French Landscape, an exhibition featuring Associate Professor of Art Kellyann Monaghan’s paintings and prints inspired by the lush beauty of France’s landscapes. The exhibition will be on view from March 22 through April 17, 2011, in the Ruth S. - February 19, 2011 - Adelphi University
"Illuminating the Sea: The Marine Paintings of James E. Buttersworth, 1817-1894" Opens April 16 at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD
Illuminating the Sea: The Marine Paintings of James E. Buttersworth, 1817-1894 — a major retrospective exhibition highlighting the work of famed 19th-century marine artist James Edward Buttersworth (1817-1894), opens at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in St. Michaels, MD, on... - February 18, 2011 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Volunteers to Create Mosaic Mural for People Fund of Austin, Texas
Volunteers will work around the clock to create a work of art for the new People Fund building in Austin with donated materials. - February 15, 2011 - Society of American Mosaic Artists
New Zealand 3D Innovator exhibbit.com Ready to Rock the Art World with Virtual Galleries
New Zealand based 3D innovator exhibbit.com today launches its suite of 3D virtual art galleries to a worldwide audience, bringing to market the result of 5 years research and development. Jason Catterall, Business Development Manager for the company: "For the first time, art can be viewed... - February 15, 2011 - exhibbit.com