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Gallery Night
An evening of free admission to area galleries. - January 10, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Opens Zoo.Logic: New Works by Patricia Bellan-Gillen
New exhibition in Erie Art Museum's Main Gallery. - January 10, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Hosts Open Studio at ClaySpace
Demonstrations, hands-on workshops, pizza. - January 10, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
PaintAmerica Announces 2008 Paint the Parks Call to Entries
PaintAmerica, a national, non-profit organization to support and promote the visual arts, has announced the Call to Entries for the 2008 “Paint The Parks” National Artists’ Competition. Paint The Parks will attract many of our nations’ top artists, with a $10,000 purchase... - January 10, 2008 - PaintAmerica
Salon Moxie Presents "Polytychs" by Artist Suzy Andron
Continuing its revolving art displays, Salon Moxie, a new hair styling salon in Raleigh’s North Ridge Shopping Center, is hosting two new large works by Raleigh artist Suzy Andron through the months of January and February. Andron connects multiple canvases of highly textured abstract... - January 09, 2008 - Salon Moxie
4th Annual International Pressed Flower Conference
The World Wide Pressed Flower Guild (http://www.wwpfg.org) will host the 2008 international conference from the 21st to the 23rd of June, 2008 at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, 1240 S. Walnut, Anaheim, CA (close to Disney World), USA. Pressed flower art is a vibrant and friendly art form. - January 08, 2008 - World Wide Pressed Flower Guild
Zigler Museum Celebrates Black History Month with Banks and Tolliver Exhibits
The Zigler Art Museum (ZAM) will feature the recent works of Vergie Banks and son Cortrillis Banks in a exhibition entitled “Me & My Shadow.” The exhibit is scheduled from January 26, 2008 through February in conjunction with ZAM’s Black History Celebration. The ZAM also... - January 06, 2008 - Zigler Art Museum
Artist Jennifer Young Responds to Food Bank in Need with Online Art Auctions
According to recent news reports, food banks across the nation have experienced serious shortages in their pantries. Over the holidays, businesses and individuals answered some of that need with significant gifts. But, recognizing that giving often slows after the holidays, Richmond Virginia artist Jennifer Young is holding online charity art auctions to encourage others to continue making donations. - January 05, 2008 - Jennifer Young Studio & Gallery
‘Harsh Goenka Takes a Keen Note of Suchitra Krishnamurty’s Arty Comments’
The annual art camp by the RPG Academy of Art concluded with a warm brunch at the Marve beach house today. Pristine white was the theme of the locale and the breezy touch of sea winds along with the live band playing some groovy numbers got the enchantment heightened. After the week-long camp, the... - December 30, 2007 - RPG
Mythological Sculptures by Edelweiss
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Edelweiss in Manifestations of Reality. Scheduled to run from January 8th through January 29th the collection will feature a captivating selection of Edelweiss' mythological sculptures. - December 27, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Visual Stimulations by Kenneth Martin
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present kenneth martin in Congruent Allusions. Scheduled to run from January 8th through January 29th the collection will feature a captivating selection of kenneth's visual stimulations. - December 27, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Multimedia Works by Ganga Kadakia
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Ganga Kadakia in The Rapture of Form. Scheduled to run from January 8th through January 29th the collection will feature a captivating selection of Ganga's multimedia works. - December 27, 2007 - Agora Gallery
The Spiritual Art of Salvador Dali: A Holiday Exhibition Featuring the Complete Collection of Dali's Biblia Sacra and Divine Comedy at the William Bennett Gallery
From Genesis to Paradise, the William Bennett Gallery is proud to present The Spiritual Art of Salvador Dali, featuring the first complete exhibition of the 105 lithographs from the Biblia Sacra and the complete 100 lithographs from the Divine Comedy, through January 9, 2008, 11am–7pm, daily. These rare commissioned master pieces by the great Spanish surrealist have never before been exhibited in its entirety. - December 26, 2007 - William Bennett Gallery
Celebrated Anglo-Irish Painter, John Kingerlee's Interview with ART+ on KDRT
ART+ on KDRT interviewed the well known Anglo-Irish painter John Kingerlee about his remarkable and fascinating art. This radio show included discussions about Mr. Kingerlee's art and his current US exhibits. These spirited discussions were led by the well known art curators and artists: John Natsoulas and Dominique Nahas and by the landscape painter, Melissa Chandon. - December 22, 2007 - ARTplusradio.org
PhotographyCorner.com Announces 2007 Photograph of the Year Contest with Over $20,000 in Prizes
PhotographyCorner.com announces the 2007 Photograph of the Year contest, featuring twelve, high-profile sponsors with over $20,000 in prizes to be won including a grand prize valued at $5,000. The contest is free to enter, with submissions accepted via email. Any photograph taken in 2007 is eligible to be entered. - December 19, 2007 - PhotographyCorner.com
Kre8tiveworkz Presents NBC Television Network Third Annual Humanitarian Award
NBC 6's "Today in South Florida" receives Honor of Reality® - December 19, 2007 - kre8tiveworkz
Old Courthouse Arts Center Hosts Emerging Artist, VIVI
A new emerging contemporary artist, VIVI, or Vivian Ginsberg Smith, is a porcelain ceramic sculptress, sharing an art gallery exhibition, as one of two Northwest Area Arts Council Member Featured Artists showing from now through January 6th, 2008 at the Old Courthouse Arts Center in Woodstock, Illinois. - December 18, 2007 - VIVI of Phoenix Studios
Cary L Weigand Represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon
High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon is pleased to announce the representation of Oregon Artist, Cary L Weigand. An artist feature showcasing Cary's recent works will be open to the public through January 30 at the High Desert Gallery, 281 W. Cascade, Sisters, Oregon. Work on display includes new fine art porcelain sculpture. - December 17, 2007 - High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon
Guy Hepner Contemporary to show David LaChapelle and Albert Watson at Photo LA, January 2008
Guy Hepner Contemporary announces its participation in the West Coast's most prolific photography fair, Photo LA 2008. Guy Hepner Contemporary has arranged another all star lineup of the world's biggest names from fashion and editorial photography: David LaChapelle, Albert Watson, David Drebin, Gavin Bond. - December 15, 2007 - Guy Hepner Contemporary
Figurative Nudity by Cesare Landini
Scheduled to run from December 14, 2007 through January 3, 2008. Opening Reception: Thursday, December 20, 2007, 6-8 pm. Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York. - December 14, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Provo Art Show Presented Throughout December - Colorful Stained and Sandblasted Glass Exhibited with Oil Paintings
David and Jeanne Gomm, stained glass artists from Gomm Studios, and Lynde Mott, oil color artist and historical costuming expert, will display their work together for the first time at the Covey Center in Provo at 425 West Center Street from now until Dec. 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. through Fri. - December 13, 2007 - Gomm Studios
LogoBee Creates Logo Design for Vienna Art Gallery: Graphic Art is Used to Represent the Vienna Art Scene
The FPKK Przeczek & Seredynski KG art gallery in Vienna has just recently received a logo design created by LogoBee. Graphic arts are being used to represent the more traditional art forms. - December 13, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design
Miniature Artist EJ Meissner Begins Bizarre Bottled Water Art Project
Artist EJ Meissner, creator of two of the World’s smallest violins, announces his latest project: frigginwater, an “Art As Product” line of bizarre bottled waters, each with strange storylines and corresponding artwork. The bottle “styles” will tackle current events and American culture, always with an odd and humorous bent. One new “style” will be released each month. - December 10, 2007 - frigginwater
Windgate Collection, Archive of More Than 400,000 Illustrations, Offered for Sale
The Windgate Collection, an archive of over 400,000 illustrations, is being offered for the first time. These images were all published between 1880 and 1924, “The Golden Age of Illustration.” The collection represents the work of over 1,500 individual artists and is an important historical document. It would be an ideal acquisition for a stock media agency or a university, library or arts organization. - December 07, 2007 - Creative Touchpoint
How to Take the Ho-Hum Out of Your Holiday Party
Want to guarantee that your holiday party is a hit and not some Ho-Hum yawn fest this season? K. Hill, Designer, Couture Invitation Consultant and Owner of Cinnamon Kiss Paper Studio suggests that you try incorporating a few of these design tips in your invites to ensure that everyone on your... - December 07, 2007 - Cinnamon Kiss Paper Studio
The Musical Comedic Genius of Sean Altman's Jewmongous is Making It's Way to the Ridgefield Playhouse
Sean Altman, in addition to being the founder and former leader of Rockapella, is part of a new breed of Jewish hipster comedy that includes Jon Stewart, Sacha Baron and Sarah Silverman. He is hilarious while drawing upon his Jewish heritage relating those bits of life we can all identify. He will do just that as he brings his “Jewmongous” to The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, December 20 at 8 p.m. - December 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
KSW & Balazo Gallery Present "Hijo De Tuta: Por dios por santo!" - Opening This Sunday, December 9, 4PM
Using ink, pencils, lead, paint and other mediums, the artists imbue paper with the texture and viscosity of sartorial thoughts, scribbles, the values of society, moral pollution and cut-and-paste. Curated by Lian Ladia and coordinated by TJ Basa, Hijo De Tuta features the works of Arvin Flores, Jose Guinto, England Hidalgo, Marcius Noceda, Carlo Ricafort and Mel Vera Cruz. - December 06, 2007 - Kwatro-Kantos
Mixed Media Works by Stefano Cattai
Stefano Cattai's exhibition is scheduled to be featured at Agora Gallery with the opening of The Odyssey Within: An Exhibition of Fine Art From Italy and Greece - December 04, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Opening Reception
A Square Deal presents work created by established and emerging artists in a 20 x 20cm format. All genres. All mediums. All affordable. Opening Reception: December 5 5:00-7:00pm; Snyman Chiropractic Group & Associates; 1608 Walnut Street Suite 601; Philadelphia PA 19103. On Exhibit Dec 1 through Jan 31. A portion of each art sale benefits Philabundance. - December 03, 2007 - A Square Deal
New Works by Abstract Expressionist Jason Craighead Featured in Bucks Gallery of Fine Art Exhibit
Pennsylvania gallery serves up "Significant & Sizable" in special holiday show. - November 30, 2007 - Jason Craighead
Family Medicine Students Hone Observation Skills at the Erie Art Museum
Family medicine students at Saint Vincent Health Center are learning the skill of observation through a unique family medicine and art museum partnership program sponsored by Saint Vincent Health Center and the Erie Art Museum. Often referred to as “the Art of Observation”, a best... - November 30, 2007 - Erie Art Museum
Gamut Control Holds Series of Events to Primer the Next Generation Limited Edition Giclees with Built-in Authenticity Guarantees
Texas Based Gamut Control is Premiering its new technology and authenticity protection for Limited Edition artwork in 6 locations around the DFW Metroplex over the Dec. 1-3 weekend. Celebrities, giveaways, specials and events are planned to coincide with this premier. - November 30, 2007 - BAP Technologies, Inc.
Perpetuidad de la Imagen by Salvador Lorenzo
Perpetuidad de la Imagen... a solo show featuring Cuban artist Salvador Lorenzo's latest collection. Opening night Dec 8th from 730pm to 11pm. Show will run until January 31, 2008. Also celebrating their one year anniversary. - November 27, 2007 - zu galeria fine arts
HG Art and Framing Consultants Completes Artwork for the Sandpearl Resort
HG Art and Framing Consultants proudly announces the successful completion of the artwork design and installation for the Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Duncan & Miller Design created the interiors for the resort with Beasley and Henley Interior Design creating the look for the... - November 27, 2007 - HG Arts
Art Gallery Invites Customers to Name Their Own Price
The Artfinder’s Gallery in Liverpool has opted not to have sale prices on the wall for the current exhibition, and is inviting interested customers to make an offer for any work of art that they like. - November 24, 2007 - lydia bates ltd
Artist Salvatore Principe to Showcase His Heart Paintings at Charity Fundraiser "Art with Heart" Benefiting the Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation
Salvatore Principe is all heart. The award winning artist is known for his unique heart giclees and paintings. His “Timeless Heart Collection”, represented by his original paintings and limited edition reproductions expresses tangible love, vibrant emotion, and tender hope – all... - November 23, 2007 - The Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation
Tibetan Cultural Festival and Art Auction in Manhattan Benefits Refugee Students in Nepal and India
November 28 Event at The Soho Loft Includes Talk by the Venerable Lama Pema Wangdak - November 23, 2007 - The Vikramasila Foundation
Simpson Galleries Announces the Sale of the Mary Ann Moorman Photograph Taken the Moment That John F. Kennedy Was Assassinated
Approximately 1/6th of second after President Kennedy's head was shattered at frame Z-313, Mary Ann Moorman captured a Polaroid photograph (her fifth that day) of the presidential limousine and President Kennedy that also includes the grassy knoll area. What was captured in the background of the photo has been a matter of contentious debate. On the grassy knoll some claim to have identified as many as four different figures, while others dismiss these indistinct images as trees or shadows. - November 19, 2007 - Simpson Galleries
Midwest Design Duo Blurs Line Between Art and Design with Limited Edition Artist Book
Synthetic Infatuation, a Midwest design studio, have curated a limited edition artist book. Morning Issue One features the works of five American commercial artists, Keith Claunch (Chicago), Billy Bartels (Seattle), Amy Rabas (Tieton,WA), Mark Peterson (Chicago) and Aravind Kaimal (Chicago via... - November 18, 2007 - Synthetic Infatuation
Bipolar Artist Hits Half-Way Mark in Year-Long Blogging Project
Six months ago bipolar abstract artist Lynne Taetzsch promised to make at least one drawing or painting every day and to write about it in her art blog. The commitment has not been easy, but she is determined to complete her project. - November 17, 2007 - Artbylt.Com
Disney Artist Signs with Gamut Control
John Rowe, a Professional Illustrator and Artist for Disney & Universal Studios Signs with Gamut Control, Leading Publisher of High Quality Limited Edition Fine Art Reproductions. - November 15, 2007 - BAP Technologies, Inc.
Dot Bunn Exhibit at Howard Gallery of Fine Art
Bunn, life long Bucks County resident, is a studio painter working in oil paintings. The exhibit runs from November 9th, 2007 through December 30th. - November 11, 2007 - Howard Gallery of Fine Art
Jewelry-Artisan Offers Unique Wearable Art
This artist designs and hand-creates her own unique jewelry with a variety of earthy and rustic materials. - November 08, 2007 - Adobe Sol Designs
Opening Reception Birthday Brunch Party
A Square Deal Presents Work created by Established & Emerging Artists in a 20 x 20cm format. All genres. All mediums. All affordable. November 11, 11:30 - 2pm. Location: Fleur, a Best of Philly premiere florist. 1216 Locust Street Philadelphia PA. On Exhibit Nov 1, 2007 through Jan 31, 2008. A portion of each art sale benefits St. Mary's Family Respite Center, an agency serving HIV/AIDS effected families. - November 07, 2007 - A Square Deal
Kois' by Katrina Read
Scheduled to run from November 20 through December 11, 2007. Opening Reception: Thursday, November 29, 2007, 6-8 pm. Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York. - November 07, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Erie Art Museum Selects Art & Culture Critic Dave Hickey as Juror for 85th Annual Spring Show
The Erie Art Museum has chosen art and culture critic Dave Hickey as the Juror of Selection and Awards for the Erie Art Museum’s 85th Annual Spring Show, which runs April 26 through June 22, 2008 in the Erie Art Museum’s Main Gallery, 411 State Street. Hickey has written for many major... - November 02, 2007 - Erie Art Museum
Alain Bonnefoit: Painter of Nudes
Chetkin Gallery is proud to present Alain Bonnefoit, Europe’s foremost painter of nudes, in his sixth exhibition at the gallery. This exhibition is on view to the public beginning October 28 until December 2, 2007 at Chetkin Gallery, 9 Wharf Avenue, Red Bank, New Jersey. This renowned... - November 02, 2007 - Chetkin Gallery
Scott Marlowe to be Guest on Shadows in the Dark to Discuss Bigfoot
Join host Jeremiah Greer as he welcomes guest, Scott Marlowe, November 4, 2007 at 9:30pm to discuss Bigfoot depicted in ancient art. - November 02, 2007 - Shadows in the Dark
Artists Begin Installing Works at Bayfront Convention Center
Selected artists for display of permanent art works at the new Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, Pa. will begin installation on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2007. “The Bayfront Convention Center is the single largest economic development project Erie’s history,” said Marlene Mosco,... - November 01, 2007 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Hosts Open House at Clayspace Studio
Cure those fall doldrums by learning to throw a pot at the Erie Art Museum’s Clayspace Studio Open House on Friday, November 9, 2007 from 6-9 p.m. at ARTworks 1505 State Street, 3rd Floor. Instruction is $5 per person or $15 per family/group and is on a first come first serve basis. Erie... - November 01, 2007 - Erie Art Museum