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Tracy Booth Returns to Bakersville, NC for the Opening of Her New Show at Anita's Atelier - Featuring Contemporary Canvas Paintings of Flowers, Tiny Houses and More
New acrylic paintings of whimsical landscapes and flora will be on display at Anita's Atelier in Bakersville, North Carolina. Lively and colorful paintings invite you to explore Tracy's fascination with nature in this unique body of work. Tracy Booth is a self-taught artist from Durham, NC with a wide range of talent and freshness. - April 28, 2010 - Tracy Booth
The Whitney to Honor Alex von Furstenberg
Alex von Furstenberg will receive Whitney Musuem's 2010 American Art Award - April 28, 2010 - Alex von Furstenberg
Online Urban Art Gallery PimpArtworks Announce Plans to Launch Their Limited Edition Prints
Four months after the site has gone live, PimpArtworks are proud to announce plans to launch their Limited Edition, Signed and Numbered prints section, which will showcase exclusive works by Street Artists from around the world. - April 27, 2010 - PimpArtworks
Sculptors-Network to Present Figure Sculpture Workshop at Historic Rockledge Mansion
A figurative sculpture workshop will be conducted in June at the historic Rockledge Mansion in Occoquan, Virginia. This three-day workshop provides insights into the studio process and methods for artistic advancement. Sculptors from across the U.S. and Canada have registered; enrollment is limited and only a few spaces remain available. - April 26, 2010 - Sculptors-Network
Art Whino Presents: The Gamies the Art of Jophen Stein
Jophen Stein Solo Art Show - April 26, 2010 - Art Whino
David Derr to be Featured at 10th Annual Garnerville Arts Festival
Morris County artist David Derr of D2 Studios will exhibit a selection of his works on Saturday, May 1 and Sunday, May 2 from 11 AM to 6 PM at the Garnerville Arts Festival in Garnerville, NY. Mr. Derr has been a regular contributor and the festival has become a popular destination for talented artists. - April 25, 2010 - D2 Studios
Artspace to Host 2nd Annual Give & Take Scholarship Fundraiser
Mary Poole, executive director of Artspace (www.artspacenc.org), has announced that the visual art center will host the 2nd annual Give & Take fundraiser to raise money for Artspace’s Summer Arts Program scholarships. The event will take place on Thursday, May 13, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. - April 25, 2010 - Artspace
Abrakadoodle's Kids' Imagination Project to Premiere at Art Whino Gallery
Children's art creations from around the globe will be exhibited at a special Abrakadoodle reception event on Friday, April 30, 2010 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Art Whino Gallery, National Harbor, Maryland. Event is open to the media and the general public. - April 24, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Studio Bliss Offers Original Paintings and Prints Drenched in Color
Santa Fe artist, Annie Horkan, presents her freshly designed art websites featuring her original paintings, giclée prints and canvas rug designs from the last twenty years. If you love color, design and delight in a beautiful feast for the eyes and soul, then you are in for a sweet treat. - April 24, 2010 - Studio Bliss
Richard S. Chow, Fine Arts Photographer Participates in 85th Annual Exhibit and Fund Raiser at Gallery 825
Richard S. Chow, fine art photographer, participates in the 85th annual celebration exhibit and fund raiser at Gallery 825 in Los Angeles. Show starts at 7pm April 24. 825 N. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, California 90069 - April 24, 2010 - Richard S. Chow Photography
Local Artist, Laurie Green, to Appear at Spoleto Festival
Spoleto representatives just confirmed that local artist, Laurie Green, will display her recent exhibit entitled "Collective Exhibition: In Reverence of Reverie" at this year's festival. - April 21, 2010 - Low Country Relations
View Gustavo Rasso’s Inspirational Digital Portraits in Altered States of Reality at Agora Gallery
Agora Gallery Presents Gustavo Rasso in Altered States of Reality - April 21, 2010 - Agora Gallery
Psychedelic Art Posters of the 1960s Are Great Investments
Gary Sohmers Wex Rex has assembled a collection of original 1960s concert posters and handbills including Jimi Hendrix, Grateful Dead and others to be sold by www.WeissAuctions.com in Oceanside NY April 25 2010. - April 19, 2010 - Wex Rex Collectibles
LeonidesArts New York Gallery Presents "Men, Portraits and Abstract Landscapes" by Mark Vinsun at the Ninth Avenue Saloon, New York, New York
The artist Mark Vinsun explores the male form and the landscapes they inhabits in a realistic/abstract form. - April 18, 2010 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
LeonidesArts New York Gallery Presents the Work of Its Contemporary Artists in the Grand Opening of Its New Art Space at the Skyline Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, NYC
LeonidesArts New York Gallery along with the No Estamos Solas Gallery, Buenos Aires, Argentina: will open their gallery in midtown Manhattan, New York City. - April 17, 2010 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
2nd Sunday Art Show Windmill Cafe Santa Cruz
A select handful of Santa Cruz artists will convene on the 2nd Sunday of each month, except for this month, which was rained out. The rescheduled show will take place Sunday April 18th from Noon to 5pm. The Windmill Cafe is on East Cliff Drive, not far from Twin Lakes State Beach. It is also near the East Side Farmers Market, where there is free parking. - April 17, 2010 - Slimm Buick, DJ, Artist, Entertainer
Laura McNamara Ltd Has Found a Bright New Star in the Art World
Peter Medlicott aka Sola is currently one of the only contemporary Light Artists making images with strong aesthetic values and artistic merit. - April 17, 2010 - Laura McNamara Ltd
Examine the Beauty of Form in Marcio Pilot’s Photographs Altered States of Reality at Agora Gallery
Agora Gallery Presents Marcio Pilot in Altered States of Reality - April 16, 2010 - Agora Gallery
Yosef Ostrovsky Exhibition in Moscow's Central House of Artists
The exhibition of Yosef Ostrovsky, a renowned Ukrainian-Israeli artist is being featured at the Moscow's Central House of Artists until April 25, 2010. The exhibition includes more than 50 works by the artist, which were created during the 60's and 70's in the former Soviet Union as well as more recent works which the artist produced in Israel. Exhibition Address: Moscow, Krimsky Val, 10. 2nd hall. - April 16, 2010 - Ostrovsky Art
Abrakadoodle Summer Camps Feature Deliciously Creative Fun for Kids
Parents picked this year's new and highly imaginative themes for Abrakadoodle's creative summer art camps 2010 - April 16, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Austin Art Space Artists Mount Special Exhibition at Texas Performing Arts Center’s Bass Concert Hall
The visual arts will complement the performing arts at the Bass Concert Hall on University of Texas campus when the work of all nine Austin Art Space Resident Artists goes up on May 4, 2010. A total of 36 pieces will be hung along the Orchestra Level hallway and on the second floor open area on... - April 16, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Artist Miles Regis’ "Sketch Me Hollywood" Opening Reception to be Held at American Rag CIE During Miracle Mile Artwalk on 04/17/10
Los Angeles-based artist Miles Regis encourages a message of inward reflection through his outward expression captured on canvases, wearable art-inspired clothing and accessories. - April 16, 2010 - Miles Regis
Austin Art Space Artist Valerie Walden Featured in Austin Settings Benefit at Austin Country Club April 21-22, 2010
Two of Valerie Walden’s paintings will be part of the 14th Annual Austin Settings Fundraiser at Austin Country Club, April 21-22, 2010. The event features elaborately designed and decorated tables by Austin’s most talented designers, creative florists and premier boutiques complemented... - April 16, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Austin Art Space Artist Valerie Walden Joins Prestigious Art City Austin Celebration Along Lady Bird Lake April 24-25, 2010
Valerie Walden has been chosen to participate in the prestigious Art City Austin event April 24-25, 2010 produced by the Austin Art Alliance. The outdoor event is part of a week-long celebration of the arts in Austin. Over 190 artists from around the U.S. were selected by a panel of jurors to come... - April 16, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Pip McGarry, ‘A Brush with the Wild 2010’ a Major Art Exhibition at The Colomb Art Gallery, London
An exhibition of extra-ordinary paintings from Pip McGarry, one of the world’s leading wildlife artists. - April 15, 2010 - Colomb Art
Design Lecture in Conjunction with InnovationErie 2010
Penn State, The Behrend College, will host a lecture on interdisciplinary design on April 29 at 6 p.m. - April 15, 2010 - Erie Art Museum
overstockArt.com Reveals Mother’s Day Top 10 List
List Names Top 10 Oil Paintings Featuring Images of Motherhood - Claude Monet’s Masterpiece Poppy Field in Argenteuil Tops the Chart. - April 15, 2010 - overstockArt.com
Washington DC Artist Gives Back to Post 9/11 Wounded War Veterans Through the Home Sweet Home Campaign
Washington DC artist and philanthropist donates 5 pieces of art to the Home Sweet Home Campaign to help raise $1 million for USA Care's Warrior Treatment Today Program. A program designed to help post 9/11 war veterans who suffer from PTSD and TBI. - April 14, 2010 - Home Sweet Home Campaign
Arts Advocacy Reflected in Cooperative Arts Activities in Austin, Texas
2010 Partnership of Art Alliance Austin & Abrakadoodle bring creativity to thousands of area school children - April 14, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Erie Art Museum Premieres Its 87th Annual Spring Show
The Erie Art Museum's 87th Annual Spring Show Opens April 24 and runs through July 3, 2010. - April 14, 2010 - Erie Art Museum
Local Artist’s Work on Display at Coffee & Crepes in Cary
Vinita Jain, a local artist specializing in acrylic and pastel painting, has announced that her work is currently on display at the Coffee & Crepes café, located at 315 Crossroads Blvd. in Cary. The exhibition was kicked off with a reception that took place at the café on March 26. - April 14, 2010 - Vinita Jain
Carlton Hobbs to Participate in Los Angeles Antiques Show at the Santa Monica Air Center's Barker Hangar April 22nd-29th, Preview Gala April 21st
Carlton Hobbs LLC, the prominent international antiques dealer whose New York-based gallery is renown for showcasing 17th to 19th century European furniture, will make his debut at the Los Angeles Antiques Show, which opens at the Santa Monica Air Center’s Barkar Hangar, runs from April 22-29. - April 13, 2010 - Carlton Hobbs LLC
A Chance of Sun: New Work by Gary Bowling at Gallery KH
Artist Gary Bowling brings fresh and lively new landscapes to Gallery KH in Chicago - April 12, 2010 - Gallery KH
Exciting New Product from Delphi Glass-Pot Melt Molds
Pot Melt Molds are an excellent way to recycle scrap glass. - April 09, 2010 - Delphi Glass Corporation
overstockArt.com Announces “Women in Art” Twitter® Sweepstakes Winners
overstockArt.com’s Innovative Social Media Promotion a Resounding Success - April 09, 2010 - overstockArt.com
Lennar Sponsors for the Love of Art in Phoenix
National home builder Lennar is sponsoring a unique charity event in Phoenix, combining art and tennis, featuring tennis great John McEnroe and nationally acclaimed contemporary artist, Erick Fischl. The home builder will be selling off its sponsor benefits to raise even more money for charity. - April 08, 2010 - Lennar, Arizona
GAB Studio - Group Show to Feature Artist Jay Lonewolf in the 2nd Saturday Wynwood Art Walk, April 10, 2010, Miami, FL
Lonewolf’s latest exhibition will include Wall St. Totem, Voodoo Economy, Lady Recession and Genesis by a Thread. - April 08, 2010 - Jay Lonewolf
Park West Gallery 2010 Spring Collection
Fine artwork, designer jewelry, sports memorabilia and animation featured. - April 08, 2010 - Park West Gallery
Six Volt Featured at T.J. Martell Family Day Honoring the Jonas Brothers
The Jonas Brothers are being honored by the T.J. Martell foundation. - April 07, 2010 - Six Volt Band
“Humanization” Art Exhibition Coming to Space 38|39
Artwork responds to the question, “What does it mean to be human?” - April 07, 2010 - International Arts Movement
Mama Turtle Presents "Handmade for Haiti" to Benefit Doctors Without Borders
A local handcrafted shopping event at the Chatham Street Café in Downtown Cary. - April 07, 2010 - Mama Turtle
iGavel Auctions Presents Locati Auctions Important Photographs and Related Material by W.N. Jennings Auction from April 5 to April 19, 2010
iGavel Auctions is pleased to present Locati Auctions Important Photographs and Related Material by W.N. Jennings. The auction is ongoing through April 19, 2010 at www.iGavelAuctions.com. - April 07, 2010 - iGavel, Inc.
Tattoo Learning Center Expands to the West Coast
The Tattoo Learning Center, a tattoo school based in NY has opened a new facility in San Diego, California making them the only tattoo school in the U.S. with more than one location. - April 06, 2010 - The Tattoo Learning Center
Austin Art Space Artist Valerie Walden to Paint the Town of Marble Falls
Valerie Walden will pack-up and paint outdoors in Historic Downtown Marble Falls, TX as a participating artist in the 5th Annual Paint the Town Plein Air Event hosted by the Uptown Marble Arts Alliance April 16-18, 2010. Over 50 artists have been juried into the event. Ms. Walden will set up her... - April 06, 2010 - Austin Art Space
New Work by Austin Art Space Artist Valerie Walden Featured in Bartopn Creek Country Club Fine Art Show
Valerie Walden will be among the artists presenting at the third annual fine art exhibition at Barton Creek Country Club on April 24, 2010. Ms. Walden will be unveiling new paintings that feature the Mendocino coastline, the Alaska mountains and the Marble Falls hill country. - April 06, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Artist Joshua Barber's Work Featured in Dreweatts London Urban Contemporary Art Auction
Joshua Barber, painter of modern icons and landscapes, joins a group of renowned international artists in the Dreweatts Urban Contemporary art auction on April 21, 2010. The Urban Contemporary auction includes work by more than 50 international artists, including British artists Damien Hirst and... - April 05, 2010 - Barber Fine Art
Slimm Buick, Santa Cruz Artist, to Appear at 2nd Sunday Art Show at the Windmill Cafe
Slimm Buick, Santa Cruz artist and entertainer, will show his Art Bikes, Watercolors and more at the Windmill Cafe (21231 E Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA) "Second Sunday Artists & Crafters Show", Sunday Apr. 11 from approximately 1pm to 6pm (following the East Cliff Farmers Market). He... - April 04, 2010 - Slimm Buick, DJ, Artist, Entertainer
Baterbys is Major Sponsor at Exclusive Gay Polo League Tournament in Wellington
Baterbys Art Auction Gallery, Florida's premiere art gallery & auction house, sponsors Gay Polo League Tournament in Wellington Florida. - April 03, 2010 - Baterbys Art Auction Gallery
Artspace to Host Community Youth Outreach Programs
Mary Poole, executive director of Artspace (www.artspacenc.org), has announced that the visual art center will hold two community outreach programs in the upcoming months. “Inside Out, Outside In,” a program addressing individuality, will take place at the Boys & Girls Club –... - March 31, 2010 - Artspace
Lancaster, CA. Photographer Attends National and International Photography Conventions for the Last 29 Out of 30 Years
For the last 29 out of 30 years Dennis Walman from Walman Photography in Lancaster California has attended either a national or international photographic convention. The only time he has missed a convention is when is daughter was born in 1995. “The photographic field is always changing but... - March 30, 2010 - Walman Photography