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Tennessee Williams Lecture Held at Ava Gardner Museum Thursday, October 7
Lecture given by Dr. Joseph Flora - October 02, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum
Park West Gallery Voted Top Art Gallery in the Detroit Area
Southfield Gallery Takes Top Honors for the Third Year in a Row. - October 02, 2010 - Park West Gallery
Christopher Coppola’s Pah-Fest (Project Accessible Hollywood) Kicks Off on October 23 at LACC. Free Festival Helps Everyday People Use New Technology to Make Short Films.
Christopher Coppola’s PAH Nation, in conjunction with Los Angeles City College, presents the 4th annual “PAH-Fest Hollywood.” Welcoming people of all ages and backgrounds, PAH-Fest is a Free festival that provides the tools and training participants need to tell their unique stories through digital filmmaking. - October 01, 2010 - PAH Nation
The Gallery at 764 West Hosts Linda Nowell – Solo Art Exhibition “My Journey in Clay”
The Gallery at 764 West Hosts “My Journey in Clay,” a solo art exhibition and sale for Linda Nowell, opening on October 16 and running through Thanksgiving. An artist reception is on October 16 from 5 to 9 PM. - October 01, 2010 - 764 West Art Gallery
Velázquez: The Painter of Painters Will be Available on DVD October 26, 2010
Velázquez: The Painter of Painters - A Film by Didier Baussy-Oulianoff Kultur announces the DVD release of Velázquez: The Painter of Painters will be available on DVD October 26, 2010 for a suggested retail price of $19.99. Although he left a legacy of little more than one hundred... - October 01, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur is Proud to Announce the Release of The Treasures of Britain: The Ashmolean and the Fitzwilliam Museums on DVD October 26
The Treasures of Britain: The Ashmolean and The Fitzwilliam Museums on DVD October 26 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of The Treasures of Britain: The Ashmolean and The Fitzwilliam Museums. This unique DVD reveals the stories of eight art treasures in the collections at the Ashmolean... - October 01, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Fall Into Studio Art Classes for Beginners, Advanced Students, Forming Now
The Erie Art Museum offers art classes and workshops for children and adults year-round and fall semester is about to begin. Classes are available to satisfy a wide array of skill level, from novice to virtuoso. All classes are taught by professional artists, with subjects ranging from Indian... - September 29, 2010 - Erie Art Museum
The iGavel Auctions Benefit Auction for the George Eastman House Museum of International of Photography and Film is Now Live Until October 7th, 2010
The auction consists of 194 photographs, 18 books, and 8 cameras. Many of the lots in this auction have starting bids of only $100. There is a live auction on October 4th at Sotheby’s in New York City. All items in the iGavel Auctions sale may be previewed at Sotheby’s at 72nd Street and York Ave in New York City. - September 29, 2010 - iGavel, Inc.
Winner Announced for $10,000 Grand Prize of Design Competition
The winner of the 2010 InnovationErie Design Competition was announced today in a 1:30pm press conference at the Erie Art Museum, 411 State Street. Competition partners, finalists, and judges gathered for the announcement and a networking opportunity. Atty. Jonathan D’Silva, chair of the... - September 29, 2010 - Erie Art Museum
M.U.S.I.T.A.M. Inc. is Proud to Sponsor the Inaugural Cameroon Art+Culture Program Dedicated to Cameroon First Lady Mama Chantal BIYA
The Cameroon American Council is honored to dedicate their Arts+Culture Program to the Cameroon First Lady: Mama Chantal Biya. This historic event is scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at the The Howard University Hospital of Washington, DC. See the below agenda. RSVP by Tuesday 9/28 by 4pm required. - September 26, 2010 - Woolfolk Productions LLC
One of a Kind Comic Art Painting Exclusively for Sale on Sketch Maven for a Limited Time
A six foot tall original painting of the comic characters from Moon Mullins will be sold on Sketch Maven to the highest bidder on September 30. The framed painting is by the late Ferd Johnson, who spent nearly 70 years working on the Moon Mullins comic strip. - September 25, 2010 - Sketch Maven, Inc.
iGavel Auctions Associate Seller Nye & Company Launches Large Sale of Fine & Decorative Arts
The Nye & Company auction consists of some 680 lots that are live now through October 6th, 2010 on www.igavelauctions.com. The auction, which includes Fine and Decorative Arts, Silver, Photographs, Jewelry, Rugs and Carpets spanning the 18th-20th centuries, is made up primarily of estate property that is diverse and new to the marketplace. - September 24, 2010 - iGavel, Inc.
Sculptor Encourages Youth Art Bicycles
Houston sculptor James Ciosek starts a new organization called "Space City Bicycles" that brings together kids, bicycles, and art. - September 22, 2010 - James Ciosek- Sculptor
Park West Gallery Founder Albert Scaglione Honored by the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame
Park West Gallery Donates Sports Memorabilia to Support the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and the Park West Foundation - September 22, 2010 - Park West Gallery
Artist Joshua Barber Reveals "All the Ways I’m Leaving You" at Gallery 5800 on October 1st
Artists Joshua Barber, Andre Lucero and Ed Hatch host a joint exhibition at Gallery 5800 in Richmond - September 22, 2010 - Barber Fine Art
"La Taccon Arte" Art Studio Announces the Birth of the "Critical Meditavism"
A new art movement. - September 19, 2010 - "La Taccon Arte" Art Studio
Falkland Islands 1928 2½d Provisional Presented at Stampex
Stanley Gibbons presented a Falkland Islands 1928 South Georgia 2½d on 2d Provisional to Stefan Heijtz and Hugh Osborne of the Falkland Islands Philatelic Study Group at Stampex on Wednesday 15th September, to help complete the National Collection for the Falkland Islands Museum. - September 19, 2010 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
The Gallery at 764 West Hosts Photography Exhibition “Fotoseptembre”
The Gallery at 764 West Hosts “Fotoseptembre,” an art photography exhibition and sale for Laura McKenzie, Cindy Morawski, Irena Bowren, Stella Marroquin, Jean Longone, and Scott Jarisch. The exhibit will run through the month of September. - September 17, 2010 - 764 West Art Gallery
The Light Group and Ad Agency Present Art Show to Benefit Charity
For over three years, Up All Day Creative Solutions and The Light Group have partnered to bring exposure to local Las Vegas artists in high-profile strip venues. This Friday, September 17, they feature an event that will not just provide exposure to local artists, but also raise funds for a good... - September 16, 2010 - Up All Day Creative Solutions
Carlton Hobbs Announces Fall Acquisitions on View
Carlton Hobbs, the leading specialist in museum quality 17th-19th century British and Continental furniture and decorative arts, has announced that a new selection of rare furniture, paintings and objects, will be on view for the first time at his New York gallery, the former Vanderbilt mansion,... - September 15, 2010 - Carlton Hobbs LLC
DirectRooms.com – See the Masterpieces of Michelangelo in Vienna from October 2010
DirectRooms.com can reveal that a special collection of works from one of the world’s most famous artists will be on display in Vienna from October. - September 15, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Cheyney University Announces Its Annual Faculty Art Exhibition
Cheyney University announced the opening of its annual Faculty Art Exhibition on Tuesday, September 14th from 4PM to 7PM. - September 14, 2010 - Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum Acquires Tug Huntington’s Pilot House
Tug Huntington's Pilot House arrives at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD to become part of an upcoming exhibit on maritime transportation. - September 11, 2010 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
The World Renowned Verrocchio Art Centre Gains New Following with Social Media Success
The Verrocchio Art Centre has seen a fresh following, increased awareness and demand due to its communication with new friends on Facebook and followers on Twitter. The centre based in Casole d’Elsa, Tuscany launched their social media in June 2010 and has seen a growth in interest ever since. - September 10, 2010 - Verrocchio Art Centre
Abstract Painter Leslie Tejada Returns to Chicago for Floribunda Show at Gallery KH
Leslie Tejada's Floribunda exhibition opens Friday, September 10, 2010 at Gallery KH in Chicago's River North Arts District. - September 07, 2010 - Gallery KH
West Oakland Organizations Come Out to Play with Fire
The Crucible Hosts Its 10th Annual Fall Community Open House Expo & Art Show - September 07, 2010 - The Crucible
Outskirts Press Announces Civil War History and Roster of the First New York Dragoons, Deanna Bedgood
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Civil War History and Roster of the First New York Dragoons by Compiled by Deanna Bedgood, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 7.5 x 9.25 paperback in the History / United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877) category is available worldwide on... - September 07, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Austin Art Space Announces Call to Artists for 6th Annual "12 Buy 12" Holiday Art Show & Sale
What can you create in a 12” x 12” contained format? This show has grown to include international entries, but has stayed true to its founding vision: the best and the brightest and most fun art for the holiday season. The show celebrates the 12th month and the size must be 12”x12.” Entries are open to both 2-D and 3-D artists. The juror for this year is Carl McQueary. October 20 is the entry deadline for the exhibit that runs Nov. 16-Dec. 18, 2010. - September 06, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Raleigh Artist Vinita Jain’s Work Featured in Kudos International Art Competition
Local Artist’s Painting Selected as Exhibition Finalist. - September 04, 2010 - Vinita Jain
Derr Assemblage to be Featured at WHIMSY Art Exhibit in Morristown, NJ
Morris County-based artist David Derr will have one of his creations featured at an exhibit sponsored by the Arts Council of the Morris Area. Mr. Derr’s offering is entitled Dart Fish and is his ‘light-hearted interpretation of the first amphibian to take a stroll out of the water onto dry earth.” - September 03, 2010 - D2 Studios
Park West CARES Initiative Extends Donations
Park West Gallery continues donating apparel to local organizations. - September 03, 2010 - Park West Gallery
Reuben H. Fleet Science Center and ScholarShare College Savings Plan to Celebrate Grandparents Day
Grandparents and grandchildren visiting the Fleet Science Center will receive free admission to exhibit galleries on Sunday, September 12. - September 02, 2010 - Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
Robert Motherwell and the New York School: Storming the Citadel Debuts on DVD September 28
Kultur announces the DVD release of Robert Motherwell And the New York School: Storming the Citadel a film by Catherine Tatge will be available on DVD September 28, 2010 for a suggested retail price of $19.99. This film profiles the American artist Robert Motherwell in the context of Modernism and... - September 01, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
The Great Epochs of European Art Filmed Entirely on Location
The Great Epochs of European Art 4 DVD Set Filmed Entirely on Location Debuts on DVD September 28 Kultur announces the DVD release of the first two episodes of the new ten-episode art series, The Great Epochs of European Art. The four DVD set will be $59.99. The Art of the Ancient Greeks The... - September 01, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd
DarkBrain.com Offers Entire Comic Lineup Free
Former pay-to-view webcomic site offers content at no charge. - August 31, 2010 - DarkBrain, LLC
"From the Dust" - an Individualized Spectrum
Icosahedron Gallery is pleased to present “From the Dust,” a group exhibition of work from five international artists, Aq Arif, Jos Biviano, Atousa Foroohary, Chrys Roboras, and Sharon Quirke, and three American artists, Nancy Bechtol, Federico Cuesta, and Val Grant. Working within the landscape genre, each of these artists interprets their immediate environment through an individualized spectrum. - August 29, 2010 - Icosahedron Gallery
Poster Competition Winner Announced by Longview Art & World Music Festival
Local resident Ramon Magee has been selected as the winner of The Longview Art & World Music Festival 2010 Poster Competition. Ramon Magee is a professional photographer and a juried member of Summit Art. In addition to winning the poster design, his work will be on display during the Longview... - August 28, 2010 - Summit Art Inc.
Chiang Mai Thailand's Newest Photographic Web Site Launch
Enter the exotic and exquisite world of "Inside The Kaleidoscope;" Chiang Mai Thailand's newest photographic web site: www.howardweiner.com. - August 27, 2010 - Inside The Kaleidoscope
The Gallery Group at The Art Institute of Jacksonville Presents Dish It Out
Local Artists to Display Work at The Art Institute of Jacksonville - August 27, 2010 - The Art Institute of Jacksonville
View the Intimate Figures of Humberto Cuan in Masters of the Imagination
Agora Gallery Presents Masters of the Imagination. - August 27, 2010 - Agora Gallery
Raleigh Artist’s Paintings Chosen for Display
Vinita Jain (http://www.vinitajain.net), a local artist specializing in acrylic and pastel painting, has announced that her pastel paintings titled “View at Lake Lure” and “The Barns” were chosen for display as part of the Pastel Society of North Carolina’s show. The... - August 27, 2010 - Vinita Jain
Artist Celebrates Culture and History of the Outer Banks
Awareness of the fragile beauty of our coastal regions has never been more important. Capital City Books is proud to announce the publication of The Quiet Voice of the Outer Banks, A Visual Journal, a collection of paintings by Christaphora Robeers that celebrates all facets of delicate and often... - August 26, 2010 - Capital City Books
Wendt Gallery is Proud to Host a Major Exhibition Benefiting the Salaam Baalak Trust
Exhibition to feature photographic works by 3 leading photographers from India. Works by Pablo Bartholomew, Prabir Purkayastha and Amita Talwar to be showcased at the Fuller Building Gallery. - August 21, 2010 - Wendt Gallery
Young Artists Flaunt Their Art at Downtown Oakland Gallery
The Crucible’s Cathedral Gallery Hosts Artists Ages 8-17 in Its Show, “Flamboastin’” - August 20, 2010 - The Crucible
Portal: Paul Cote, a Solo Exhibition
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery is proud to announce the opening of Portal: Paul Cote, a solo exhibition. Scheduled to run from August 17, 2010 through September 07, 2010, the collection will feature a captivating selection of Paul’s new works. - August 17, 2010 - Agora Gallery
Team Norsigian Claims to Have Located the Man Who Sold the "Lost Negatives" and Debunked Uncle Earl Theory
Is The "Uncle Earl" Theory Advanced by the Ansel Adams Publishing Rights Trust Finally Refuted? - August 16, 2010 - LostNegatives.com
Max Tzinman's "The Cannibal Eye, Part Two" Opens at the Atlantic Gallery on September 7th
This show of recent work includes "The Mob Project" - a series of video and still images that explores the personal search for significance in a group-think world - a theme that runs through much of Tzinman's work. - August 16, 2010 - Max Tzinman
Jane Gennaro to Exhibit Feed the Models! at Adelphi University
The exhibition opens September 20, 2010 and runs through October 26, 2010 with a reception to be held on Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. - August 14, 2010 - Adelphi University
Adelphi University to Host an Exhibition of Artwork by Kevin Todd This Fall
The exhibit will run from Friday, September 10 to Wednesday, October 20, 2010, in the Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. The free opening reception will take place on Tuesday, September 23, 2010, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. - August 14, 2010 - Adelphi University
DirectRooms.com – Zurich Museums Open Late for the Long Night of Museums
DirectRooms.com has learnt that multiple museums and galleries across Zurich will be opening their doors until the early hours allowing visitors to see the best of Zurich’s art and culture in just one night. - August 12, 2010 - DirectRooms.com