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Enjoy Traditional Henna Designs During Mid-Day Art Break at the Erie Art Museum
Introducing Henna Artist during the Mid-Day Art Break July 23, July 30 and August 6, 2008. - July 27, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Fameo Wins UK Bridal Collection of the Year Award
Jewellery designer and online retailer Fameo won the Bridal Jewellery of the Year award at the UK Jewellery Awards 2008 for it's bridal jewellery collections. - July 26, 2008 - Fameo Ltd
The Paintings of Internationally Acclaimed Spanish Master Guillermo Sedano Come to New Jersey
The paintings of Spanish Master Painter Guillermo Sedano, winner of the XXII BMW Prize for painting, are coming to New Jersey. - July 22, 2008 - Cosmopolitan Fine Art
From Wanted to the Red Star - Timur Bekmambetov’s Dream Project
Timur Bekmambetov continues development on Christian Gossett’s The Red Star. - July 22, 2008 - Archangel Studios
Community Efforts Pay Off: D'Brickashaw M. Ferguson Selected as One of Essence® Magazine’s 2008 "Do Right Men;" Celebrating African-American Men in the Community
New York Jets starting left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson has been selected as one of Essence Magazine's 2008 "Do Right Men" for his outstanding efforts with The D'Brickashaw Ferguson Foundation. - July 22, 2008 - D'Brickashaw Ferguson
A Woman of Many Faces
Kalliope Amorphous to Showcase Self-Portraits at Hive Gallery. - July 19, 2008 - Kalliope Amorphous
Miami Artist to Inaugurate Fort Myers Art Gallery
Miami artist George Rodez was selected to inaugurate the Grand Opening of The Art House Gallery in Fort Myers, Florida, which opens its doors on Saturday, July 19 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6 p.m. The exhibit entitled, “La Casa del Arte,” will showcase George’s Caribbean and Elements & Values series and will be on exhibit through August 13, 2008. - July 18, 2008 - George Rodez
Agora Gallery Presents Jorgen Rosengaard: the Explorer's Horizon
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Margaret Girle in Persistence of Form. Scheduled to run from July 22nd through August 12th, the collection will feature a captivating selection of Margaret Girle's vivacious images. - July 17, 2008 - Agora Gallery
Songwriting Duo John Wetton and Geoff Downes Will be Recording the Third Wetton-Downes’ iCon Studio Album in September 2008. Release and Tour in 2009.
Following the extraordinary success of the Reunion of the Original Members of Asia and their acclaimed all-new album Phoenix, songwriting duo John Wetton and Geoff Downes have announced they will be recording the third Wetton-Downes’ iCon studio album in September 2008. The album will be... - July 15, 2008 - QEDG Managgement
Indie Graphic Novel Publisher Welcomes Saucony To Comicon International San Diego 2008
Team Red Star to wear custom designed Saucony shoes. - July 14, 2008 - Archangel Studios
Inspirational Jewelry Designed to Communicate
String-Ring Mission:To promote kindness through everyday relationships. - July 12, 2008 - String-Ring.com
Bucks County Photo Fine Artist Spreads Her Wings Southward
Bucks Country, PA, photographer-artist Rosemary Dennis Taglialatela, of Warrington, PA, will exhibit works from her collection beginning today at the Pure Gallery, Baltimore, MD. The exhibit also marks the first day of business for the gallery itself and also features the photography of owner... - July 12, 2008 - 2daysmarketplace
iGavel.com and Daniel Cooney Fine Art Present Online Photography Auction
June 30 – July 18. - July 12, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.
Artist Jason Craighead Receives "Standing Ovation" from Raleigh Metro Magazine's Readers
Raleigh Metro Magazine has announced that Jason Craighead of Raleigh has been named the top artist from the Triangle area to the coast in its annual Metro Bravo Readers Poll. This year’s “Standing Ovation” award marks the fourth consecutive win for the abstract artist in Metro, a... - July 12, 2008 - Jason Craighead
iGavel.com Features Important Photographic Equipment Auction by Everard & Company
Online Auction at iGavel.com: June 30th – July 18th. - July 11, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.
2008 Tri-City Art Battle
First Ever Tri-City Art Battle; Music, Food and Artist's; 20 Artist's will have 3 hours to set up and complete an original piece of work....then you get to vote on your favorite artist. - July 10, 2008 - Magic Bean Cafe
Power Sessions on Animation Career & Industry
Graphiti offers free power sessions on animation training for all students and parents and all those interested to know more about jobs, scope and careers in the field of animation. - July 10, 2008 - Graphiti School of Animation
Erie Art Museum Opens Art from the Dr.Gertrude A. Barber National Institute
The Erie Art Museum opens Art from the Dr. Gertrude A. Barber National Institute in the Erie Art Museum’s Annex Gallery, 423 State Street on Friday July 11, 2008 thru October 4, 2008. A public opening reception is scheduled for Gallery Night on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008 from 6-10 p.m. About the... - July 10, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Marino to Exhibit Works at the Ivanhoe Art Mosaic in Paterson, NJ
Acclaimed artist Natalie Marino will be present at a showing of her city-themed paintings at the Ivanhoe Art Mosaic on Friday, Aug 1. Doors open for viewing at 3:30 PM with a formal reception to follow at 5:50 PM. The show will run till August 28th. The Ivanhoe Museum is located at 1 Spruce Street,... - July 09, 2008 - Natalie Marino
BOSHart Announces New Abstract Art Gallery
Leading art websites launches new online abstract art gallery. - July 09, 2008 - BOSHart
John S. Brana - Distinctive Jewelry – Adds Rings and 14K Gold to the SoMa Hammered Metal Jewelry Collection
John S. Brana - Distinctive Jewelry enhances popular SoMa Collection of hammered jewelry with rings and incorporates 14K gold. - July 08, 2008 - Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana
Gainesville Art Walk
Gainesville Art Walk July 25th 2008 from 7pm to 10 pm will feature 4 local artists from the Gainesville Area at the Dance Studio (101 SE 2nd Place Ste 108, Gainesville, Florida 32601) in the Sun Center in Downtown Gainesville. The exhibition features a unique blend of paintings, fine art photography and fused glass. All the artists are recognized for their styles ranging from the architectural, figurative, stylized landscape, abstract and wildlife. - July 08, 2008 - Gainesville Art Walk
Are You the Curious Kind? 40+ Artists Band Together for a Monumental 2nd Saturday.
On July 12, 2008, Sacramento's BrickHouse Art Gallery is sure to make it's mark on the 2nd Saturday scene as collectors are treated to pieces by both well-known and underground artists from the US, UK, Canada, and Spain. The show will feature 190 pieces by 50 artists from 7 countries in one fell swoop. - July 08, 2008 - Curious Band of Artists
New Brown Abstract Art Gallery Opens
Leading online art gallery, BOSHart UK has launched a brand new art gallery dedicated to showcasing brown abstract art. - July 08, 2008 - BOSHart
Next Star Artist Competition 2008 Winner Announced
American artist Herb Williams has been announced as the winner of the 2008 Next Star Artist competition (www.nextstarartist.com), the global search for the visual artist with the highest potential for success in the art market. The winner of the competition was chosen by a panel of fifteen judges... - July 08, 2008 - Next Star Artist
Brazilian Writer, Glauco Ortolano, Releases First Book in English
Brazilian writer, Glauco Ortolano, has recently released his first book ever published in English. "Humaniquess: The Gif of Your Inner God" is a well humored response to yet another book recently published by a paleontologist who claims he has found the missing link between the human origins and fish from 350 billion years ago. Ortolano writes from the perspective of a poet attempting to discredit such theory. - July 07, 2008 - Glauco Ortolano
Brand New Abstract Art Gallery from BOSHart UK
BOSHart UK today announce a brand new abstract online art gallery. - July 07, 2008 - BOSHart
Top Tips for Redesigning an Office from BOSHart Online Art Gallery
Leading UK online art gallery BOSHart have released expert guidance aimed at businesses looking to give their offices a bit of a makeover this summer. - July 06, 2008 - BOSHart
Tamarind Art Gallery Presents Alchemy of Enigma
Tamarind Art Gallery is thrilled to announce an exhibition of works by contemporary Indian artist Ashok Bhowmik. This exhibition of his paintings is his first solo in the United States. In it, Bhowmik showcases his dramatic interpretation of the curious intermingling between the worlds of fantasy and reality. - July 05, 2008 - Tamarind Art
Art for Your Office Service Arrives at the Colomb Art Gallery, Central London
For offices looking to create a stunning impact for a boardroom, invest in fine art, or simply brighten up a wall space, The Colomb Art Gallery readily caters for all unique requests. - July 05, 2008 - Colomb Art
Two Masterpieces by a Recently Deceased Gutai Painter, Shiraga Kazuo, to be Presented for Sale in Mallet Japan Evening Sale on July 25th
Mallet Japan's Modern and Contemporary auction will be held on July 25th in Tokyo. The sale offers a wide range of paintings and prints by Japanese, American and European artists including 2 works by Kazuo Shiraga. - July 04, 2008 - Mallet Japan
Erie Art Museum Blues & Jazz Festival Calls for Volunteers
Volunteers are needed for the 16th annual Erie Art Museum Blues & Jazz Festival scheduled Saturday August 2, 2008 and Sunday August 3, 2008 at Frontier Park in Erie, PA. Erie Art Museum volunteer coordinator Sam Ansboro stated “Volunteer jobs include everything from set up, cleanup and... - July 04, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Artist Dean Pazzi Opens New Internet Gallery at Dark World International
Dark World International opens new internet gallery featuring the digital artwork of Minnesota artist Dean Pazzi. - July 04, 2008 - Dark World International
Opening at Gallery KH in Chicago- Photo Fusion: Robert Berlin & M. Ellen Cocose
Gallery KH is proud to showcase Photo Fusion: the latest works from artists Robert Berlin and M. Ellen Cocose. - July 03, 2008 - Gallery KH
The Newseum Washington DC, Neighboring Embassy Suites Crystal City, Reopens Three Times Larger
Embassy Suites Crystal City is in the center of all the action, from epic historic sites to high-class shopping and dining. Now, Embassy Suites Crystal City neighbors one more spectacular attraction – The Newseum Washington DC, Interactive Museum of News. - July 03, 2008 - Embassy Suites Crystal City
Ron Maiorana's AbstrActions Exhibit Opens July 12th at Art & Soul Gallery in Eastport, New York
Exhibit will feature abstract acrylic paintings on oversized screens. - July 02, 2008 - Ron Maiorana
Chandler Artist’s Works Featured at San Tan Brewing Company - Come Check Out Great Art, Great Food, and Great Microbrews
The San Tan Brewing Company (8 S San Marcos Place, Chandler AZ 85225) was already a popular spot for those looking for great food and excellent microbrews, but now it’s also a destination to view some beautiful artwork. “I wanted something colorful and cool,” said Anthony... - July 02, 2008 - YourMemoriesOnCanvas
Shray Bronze Sculpture Newly Represented by San Francisco's Gallery 444
Bronze sculptor, Shray, is delighted to have been asked by this distinguished gallery to join their repertoire of international artists. Gallery 444 will display over a dozen of Shray's highly sought-after bronzes - from table top to lifesize, as well as her acclaimed mixed media paintings released... - June 30, 2008 - Shray Bronze
The PIO, Pico Improvement Organization Hires Major Westside PR firm, Peakprgroup
The PIO, Pico Improvement Organization has hired major PR firm Peakprgroup to spread the awareness of Pico Blvd., and all it has to offer. Peakprgroup is familiar with zip codes as clients, they are the successful PR firm behind Santa Monica's trendy Montana Avenue. - June 29, 2008 - peakPRgroup
Gallery KH Artist D.E. McDermott Sculpture Selected for Global Humanitarian Prize
Gallery KH is proud to announce a sculpture by artist D.E. McDermott has been selected to honor those committed to advancing women’s rights in Barbados, Mexico and South Africa. - June 26, 2008 - Gallery KH
Art Wedding List Service Arrives at the Colomb Art Gallery, Central London
A Central London art gallery today announces the arrival of an exciting new service designed to add originality to any wedding list. - June 26, 2008 - Colomb Art
Displaygifts.com Announce Flag Display Cases as New Products to be Added to Its List
www.displaygifts.com today announced that it has added 5 different styles of flag display cases to its product line. - June 21, 2008 - Display Gifts Inc.
Structure and Mystic Space: Contemporary Indian Art 27th June to 5th July 2008 at Tamarind Arts Council
Tamarind Arts Council in collaboration with Time and Space Gallery of Bangalore, India, is very pleased to announce the opening of its upcoming exhibition Structure and Mystic Space; an exhibition showcasing paintings and sculptures from numerous contemporary Indian artists. These works emanate the... - June 20, 2008 - Tamarind Art
Museum of Art for the Arts is Virtually Open
Funded by Corbis, the New International Institution Is a Place to Explore, Discover, Express and Discuss. - June 20, 2008 - Corbis Corporation
Marina Harris Paints a Charged Past
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Marina Harris in Color of Reverie. Scheduled to run from June 26th through July 17th, the collection will feature a captivating selection of Marina Harris' dreamlike imagery. - June 20, 2008 - Agora Gallery
Erie Art Museum Celebrates Erie Painter Joseph Plavcan
The Erie Art Museum celebrates renowned Erie painter Joseph Plavcan’s centennial with a survey exhibition featuring a variety of his works in the Erie Art Museum’s Main Gallery at 411 State Street beginning Saturday, June 28, 2008 until September 14, 2008. A public opening reception... - June 19, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Sk8ology: Fine Art on Skateboards
Artists come in all shapes and sizes and the artists featured at Sk8ology will be in Long Beach with their skateboards. Sk8ology is an art show where the canvases are skateboard decks. Several professional skateboarders will be featured as well as some local artists. - June 19, 2008 - ISM
Cads, Princes & Best Friends, a Tale of Lust, Love & Redemption, a Memoir by Danielle Coulanges examines relationships and personal transformation!
“Enlightening and Inspirational!” --- “A great read!!!! A great ride!!!” The newly published memoir of songwriter and former fashion designer Danielle Coulanges hits bookshelves in the spring of 2008 exploring among other things, the timely subject of monogamy (or the lack thereof) in relationships. This story of survival and transformation epitomizes the "Butterfly Phenomenon." - June 18, 2008 - Danielle Coulanges
A Jersey City Artist Success Story - Habib Ayat
Habib Ayat has lived and worked as an artist in Jersey City for the past 9 years. Habib's art includes abstracts, cityscapes, and abstract figurative choices, typically using bold colors. Habib's website "Habibart" can be found online. To contact the artist you can email him at habib at habibart.com. - June 18, 2008 - habibart.com
iGavel.com Features Summer Jewelry Auction by Potomac Estate Jewelers June 13 – July 1
Up For Bid: Vintage Platinum, Gold, Sapphire, and Silver - June 18, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.