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Chaïm Soutine - 20th Century Expressionist Artist on DVD
Chaïm Soutine Kultur announces the DVD release of Chaïm Soutine - 20th Century Expressionist Artist will be available on DVD September 29, 2009 for a suggested retail price of $19.99. Chaïm Soutine - The name is familiar, the artist's work less so. The man, born in 1893 in a shtetl... - August 12, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Charleston South Carolina Welcomes Art Enthusiasts for a Premier Fine Art Weekend
Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association Hosts the Eleventh Charleston Fine Art Annual, November 4, 6-7, 2009. - August 09, 2009 - CFADA
Joint Exhibition, Susan Thomson and Liz Watts at The Colomb Art Gallery, London
Susan and Liz combine forces with a fascinating selection of art works from bronze to watercolours, porcelain to oil on canvas. - August 09, 2009 - Colomb Art
New Irish Online Gallery, Eire Art, is Launched
Eire-Art.com is the on-line gallery where buyers can meet emerging artists from Irish art colleges. Eire-Art.com is the perfect platform for the emerging artist to market and promote their art to the global community of art buyers. - August 09, 2009 - Eire Art
Turn Yourself Into Banksy Style Graffiti Art with Create Galleries
Bristol based pop artists at Create Galleries (createpopart.com) introduce a new graffiti art style to their wide range of personalised pop art techniques. - August 08, 2009 - Create Galleries
Agora Gallery to Feature Work from ART START Student Jamai
Through ART START, Jamai was paired with Vané Russo, a volunteer artist who has been privately mentoring the young artist for the past year. As an apprentice, Jamai meets with Vané in her Brooklyn studio about 5 hours a week. - August 08, 2009 - Agora Gallery
Bakersville Creek Walk Arts Festival This September 26th and 27th
The annual Bakersville Creek Walk Arts Festival - a juried, fine arts show - is hosted each September by the town of Bakersville, North Carolina to promote the arts and craft of the mountains. Glass, jewelry, pottery, paintings, furniture, fiber, woodcraft and sculpture will be showcased along with food, music and silent auctions. Roan Mountain's best kept secret; just an hour away from Asheville, Boone, or Johnson City, Tennessee. Come discover our mountain paradise. - August 06, 2009 - Bakersville Creek Walk Arts Festival
Park West Gallery Receives 2009 Best of Southfield Award
U.S. Commerce Association recognizes art gallery for outstanding service to its customers and community. - August 06, 2009 - Park West Gallery
“Capt’n Eli” Graphic Novel Artist Jay Piscopo Featured at Camden Public Library
Portland, Maine comic book artist Jay Piscopo is part of the Camden Public Library’s “Authors in August” program. Piscopo is the author and illustrator of “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” all-ages graphic novel series. The “Authors in August”... - August 05, 2009 - Nemo Publishing
Back Country Primitives - Blurring the Lines Between History and Art
Back Country Primitives takes a unique approach to the primitive wood sign market blurring the lines between history and art. Through Back Country Primitives creative process each sign has the look and feel of a sign made over 100 years ago. By providing superior craftsmanship and unparalleled customer service, Back Country Primitives creates positive experiences for our clients from the word go. Their ultimate goal is to go beyond "customer satisfaction" and ultimately earn customer loyalty. - August 05, 2009 - Back Country Primitives
Renowned Art Consultant Acts as Art Critic
Respected North Shore Framer/Art Consultant to Judge Amdur Art Fairs - August 05, 2009 - H. Marion Framing Studio, Inc.
Artist Joshua Barber Brings His Modern Icons to London, Bristol and Sydney
Joshua Barber, painter of modern icons, will be showing his newest work in three galleries in the United Kingdom and Australia. - August 05, 2009 - Barber Fine Art
Author Shows That Dating Can be Hell.... Literally
New book shows heroism, loneliness, and the meaning of true love. - August 01, 2009 - Morgalla, Inc.
Children's Illustrator Showcases Her Children's Art by Opening Dream Out Loud! Design Studio
After thirty-plus years of the nine to five grind, artist Cheryl Lynn opens Dream Out Loud! Design Studio, a company specializing in Children's Art and Illustration. - August 01, 2009 - Dream Out Loud! Design Studio
Exhibition by Steve Wright at Milagros- Mexican Gallery
My Life (objects from The House of Dreams Museum) Exhibition by Steve Wright. From 10th September to 9th November 2009. At Milagros 61 Columbia Road, Shoreditch, London, E2 7RG. - July 31, 2009 - Milagros
Late Summer Sales on iGavel.com
iGavel is pleased to present its’ Late Summer Sales, featuring items that are offered in Fresh@iGavel. Fresh@iGavel offers continuous auctions with new listings posted every day. Auctions include art, antiques and collectibles in all categories and all price ranges. Daniel Cooney Fine Art will hold an Emerging Artist Auction on August 12 through September 2, 2009 on iGavel.com. - July 31, 2009 - iGavel, Inc.
The Kresge Foundation Awards First Local Grant in 25 Years
Erie Art Museum Awarded $600,000 Challenge Grant from The Kresge Foundation - July 31, 2009 - Erie Art Museum
Award-Winning Creative Director Joshua Berger Joins ID Branding
Today, ID Branding, a full-service brand culture agency, announced that it has welcomed Joshua Berger as its new creative director. Berger is founder and creative director of Plazm, listed by ID Magazine as one of the world’s 40 most influential design firms. Bringing a wealth of design and... - July 30, 2009 - ID Branding
Studio Art Direct Goes Pop Up in Portland
Studio Art Direct transforms vacant Portland, Oregon commercial retail storefronts into "pop-up" contemporary art galleries. - July 29, 2009 - Studio Art Direct
Benefit Auction Raises Funds for Local Artist
In every industry, a level of camaraderie develops. Colleagues rally together to celebrate birthdays, marriages and births. That amazing level of comradeship reaches new heights when a tragedy strikes. Free Lunch Studios in Granby CT was the setting for a heartwarming example of such camaraderie... - July 29, 2009 - Free Lunch Comics
Limited Edition of Feuerwear® Streetart Bags Painted by El Bocho
In October Feuerwear® will release a limited edition of 30 exclusive graffiti bags handpainted by famous Berlin streetartist El Bocho. - July 29, 2009 - Feuerwear GmbH & Co.KG
Xlibris Releases a Colorful Self Published Book on the Apollo 11 Space Programs
Self-published author storyboards major space missions in Manned Space Projects – Apollo to Space Stations. - July 26, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Robert Casterline and Joe Koller Announce Opening of ADRIFT Art Gallery
Southern California gallery marks latest expansion for Robert Casterline. - July 25, 2009 - Robert Casterline
Poetry as a Gift Opens Its Office to Offer Personalized Gifts of Poetry Services
A gift of poetry is one of the best personalized gifts. Poetry as a gift is a company that is dedicated to writing poems uniquely meant for the receiver. - July 25, 2009 - Poetry As A Gift
Fitness Expert Introduces Revolutionary Technique for Overall Wellness, Healing in Self Published Book
Susan Mitchell introduces the Tao of Movement, an overall fitness program that combines special techniques for mental, physical and spiritual well being. - July 24, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
iGavel Presents Summer Sale of Jewelry, Silver, Books, Maps & Photographs
iGavel is pleased to present Remmey Antiques’ Summer Sale of Jewelry, Silver, Books, Maps & Photographs. The auction is ongoing through July 28 at www.iGavel.com. - July 23, 2009 - iGavel, Inc.
Death of Neda "The Angel of Iran" Inspires Celebrated American Sculptor
A finely detailed portrait bust of Neda Agha-Soltan will be presented at a massive rally in front of San Francisco City Hall on Saturday, July 25th. More than 20,000 people are expected attend the event. - July 22, 2009 - Paula Slater Sculpture
CoLAB Projects Presents: S.J. Hart 'Shining with the Secret of It'
"Somehow out of their own space and time, the Songbirds are here. Part animal and part child, they live in a weird zone between imagination and reality, portraiture and decoration, grief and joy." – S.J. Hart - July 22, 2009 - CoLAB Projects
Park West Gallery Re-Launches Pablo Picasso Website
Features expanded information and imagery of the 347 Series, La Celestine, and Suite Vollard artwork. - July 22, 2009 - Park West Gallery
Gayl Sharabi Links Realms of Art and Science in Her Series of Paintings in Metamorphosis at Agora Gallery
For Sharabi, the most gratifying experience is the act of creating. It is as though music plays through her and the brush is the dance. Creating is the most wonderful experience. She views science and art as an expression of each other. - July 22, 2009 - Agora Gallery
World's Fastest Painter Rock Demarco Performing Live in Concert
Rock Demarco travels the world creating giant celebrity paintings live for concerts, events and has appeared on all the major TV networks. www.RockDemarco.com - July 21, 2009 - Rock Demarco
Artist Appearance and Autograph Session with Local Artist Bradford J. Salamon
Local Artist Bradford J. Salamon, will be appearing and signing prints of his works at The Rock and Roll Emporium, 205 Main Street in Downtown Huntington Beach Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at 5pm. - July 21, 2009 - The Rock and Roll Emporium
Di Passaggio Wins Accolade Competition’s Award of Merit
21-year-old director James Kicklighter takes prize in Documentary Feature division. - July 19, 2009 - JamesWorks Entertainment
Warplanes Launches Its First Tweet-to-Win Contest
Warplanes.com is giving away a over $1500 worth of model planes and discount coupons on a wide selection of handcrafted model planes on Twitter. - July 17, 2009 - Warplanes
Fine Arts & Fantasy Exhibition - From Portraits to Pixels
Unique art show displays artists' work beyond their classical roots to showcase distinctive and personal styles. - July 16, 2009 - The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Robert Casterline of Museum Works Galleries Announces Launch of New Mexico Gallery
Robert Casterline, founder of Aspen-based Museum Works Galleries, is pleased to announce the launch of a new gallery located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Beginning July 15, 2009, Museum Works Galleries, Santa Fe will open to the public and feature works from both established and emerging artists,... - July 15, 2009 - Robert Casterline
Park West Gallery Judges the 2009 American Art Awards
Michigan gallery selected to represent the state in prestigious artwork competition - July 15, 2009 - Park West Gallery
Placido Domingo Named Ambassador
Guide for the Arts names Washington National Opera’s Maestro as first D.C. recipient. - July 14, 2009 - InStep Communications LLC
Spanish Artist Cristina Guerrero & American Artist Michael Fitts to Have New Show in Chicago
Chicago's Gallery KH to highlight the work of new gallery artists Cristina Guerrero & Michael Fitts July 17 - September 8, 2009. - July 13, 2009 - Gallery KH
Art Source for Design Opens Its Warehouse to the Public
Scottsdale art and custom picture framing showroom opens its warehouse to the public. True savings of up to 80% off framed art and framed mirrors. - July 13, 2009 - Art Source for Design
Perspex Art is the New Canvas Prints
One company from the UK has launched a new product that they say will replace canvas prints in the art market. - July 11, 2009 - Four Blank Walls
Dream Watching – Exhibition of Gert-Jan Akerboom's Drawings and Murals at Kunstraum Richard Sorge
Kunstraum Richard Sorge presents the first large overview in Germany of Dutch artist Gert-Jan Akerboom’s ink drawings on paper. The artist executed several large murals, turning the presentation into an immersive experience. - July 11, 2009 - Kunstraum Richard Sorge
Erie Art Museum Features Work of Roger T. Hane
Renowned Illustrator’s Works on View - July 11, 2009 - Erie Art Museum
Annual Festival Calls for Volunteers
The 17th Annual Erie Art Museum Blues and Jazz Festival, August 1 and 2 at Frontier Park, is looking for volunteers to assist staff with the organization and production of the region’s most dynamic musical event. Sam Ansbro, volunteer coordinator, said that around 100 volunteers are needed... - July 11, 2009 - Erie Art Museum
Austin Art Space Announces 8 Winners in 'What Texas Means to Me' Annual Art Awards Show
Austin Art Space announced the 8 winners of its first annual juried exhibit focused on everything Texas, entitled ‘What Texas Means to Me’ running July 10 – August 22, 2009. The show’s theme is derived from artists’ impressions of any aspect of Texas’ past,... - July 10, 2009 - Austin Art Space
Vent Letters Are Providing Free Recession Therapy
A new website provides free recession therapy through the writing and publishing of vent letters. - July 10, 2009 - Vent Letters
Art Source for Design to Host Fundraising Art Auction to Benefit LifeUnfolded
Art Source for Design is proud to announce the date of a fundraising art auction to benefit LifeUnfolded, a local non profit organization dedicated to to providing an artistic outlet for foster children. The event will be held at ASFD's new Scottsdale showroom located at 15816 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop, Suite 400, Scottsdale on Saturday, August 15. - July 10, 2009 - Art Source for Design
Recycled The Main Gallery Birthday Show
The exhibition "Recycled" opens at The Main Gallery and runs from August 12th to September 13th. This is the annual, all-gallery “birthday” show and this year the artists chose to unite on the theme “Recycled.” Artists have a long history of creatively re-purposing items and in this show they explore the many ways items often thought useless can be transformed into something useful again. - July 10, 2009 - The Main Gallery
iGavel Presents Locati Antiques Summer Sale, Americana and Fine Art
iGavel is pleased to present Locati Antiques Summer Sale, Americana and Fine Art. The auction is ongoing through July 22 at www.iGavel.com. - July 10, 2009 - iGavel, Inc.
Raymond Vineyards Expands Partnership with Asian Art Museum
Raymond Vineyards is pleased to expand their partnership with The Asian Art Museum. - July 09, 2009 - Raymond Vineyards