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Columbia Law School Names Bayeté Ross Smith First Artist-in-Residence
Columbia Law School announced that Harlem-based photographer, artist and educator Bayeté Ross Smith has been named artist-in-residence for the 2021–2022 academic year. Columbia Law established this new program to examine and broaden how the institution honors its history and values, while also celebrating its vibrant and diverse community. - September 29, 2021 - Bayeté Ross Smith
Publisher Thrilling Tales Releases Its First Literary Journal, "Litbop, Art and Literature in the Groove"
Indie book publisher Thrilling Tales offers a new take on the literary journal. Its inaugural issue of “Litbop: Art and Literature in the Groove” showcases art and photography as well as fiction and poetry. It’s diverse list of contributors includes well-known authors Christine... - September 28, 2021 - Thrilling Tales
California Residents Win Best of Show at Mosaics Fine Art Festival
Artists Wayne Gao and Michelle Chang awarded first place at 26th annual St. Charles, Mo. fair. - September 24, 2021 - Mosaics Fine Art Festival
Dark Age Masquerade Adorns Modern Circus for San Francisco with Dancers' Love of Movement
Dark Age Masquerade is about the body and how we perceive it. Ten dancers embody characters grounded in the revival of the Dark Ages to express integration of mind, body and spirit. Trading roles, dancing in pairs and apart, sometimes with various aerial apparatus, the result is an enigmatic dance performance that becomes witty, beautiful or edgy as it molds itself to the viewer. - September 20, 2021 - Embodied Aerial Arts
Gamble House Conservancy Appoints Alexandra Rasic to be Next Executive Director
The Gamble House Conservancy Board of Trustees is delighted to announce that Ms. Alexandra Rasic has been appointed the next Executive Director of The Gamble House Conservancy, the non-profit organization that administers The Gamble House, in Pasadena, CA. Rasic succeeds longtime Executive... - September 17, 2021 - The Gamble House
A “Very Special Cat” Loses an Eye and Wins Hearts in a Picture Book Launching on National Cat Day
"Frazier: The Very Special Cat," authored by Faye Rapoport DesPres and illustrated by Laurel McKinstry Petersen (Writer's Coffee Bar Press, 2021 - Book 3 in the Stray Cat Stories Series), is a heartwarming children's book based on a true story. A big orange tom cat who was visiting an outdoor feeding station ended up finding a happy home despite having just one eye (after all, what matters is having a great big heart). The book will be released on October 29, 2021 - National Cat Day. - September 13, 2021 - Faye Rapoport DesPres
Kashima Arts Presents: Inori, An Art Sales Exhibition
Kashima Arts is proud to present its upcoming exhibition, Inori. Opening September 18, the exhibition explores the many ways in which prayer is addressed, imagined, and cultivated through art. Offering approx. 40 works, Inori closes October 3, 2021. About Inori The act of prayer has been integral... - September 13, 2021 - Kashima Arts Co., Ltd.
On Exhibit: Linework
√K Contemporary (Root K Contemporary) is proud to announce its upcoming exhibition Linework. On view from August 28 (Sat.) on through September 20 (Mon.), the group show features over 150 works by 16 established to emerging artists. About Linework The crux of Linework stems from the... - September 10, 2021 - SEI-RIN Co., Ltd.
Post Your "Fashion Icon" Illustrations to Social Media. Celsys to Hold Its 29th International Illustration Contest.
Celsys opens its 29th International Illustration Contest, inviting submissions from around the world for illustrations on the theme of “Fashion Icon” from Tuesday, September 7. - September 10, 2021 - Celsys Inc.
JJW Fine Arts Arrives in Sedona
Private fine arts consultant John J. Willard has relocated from Southern California to Sedona, Arizona. JJW Fine Arts showcases top top tier contemporary, estate and museum quality works of art from around the world. JJW Fine Arts deals directly exclusively with an elite clientele since 2006. All... - September 04, 2021 - JJW Fine Arts
Coach Bob Sepulveda, Coach Gary Hveem Book Release & Art Show Alamogordo New Mexico
2nd Life Media Company Inc. today announces a release party with book signing and art show at Roadrunner Emporium, Alamogordo, Saturday September 4th, 6 pm to 8 pm. The reception and book launch at Roadrunner Emporium Fine Art, Antiques and More will also showcase the works of southern New Mexico artists Delia Lopez Holloway, Marty Torres, the sculptured tree trunk artwork creations of Artist Rene Sepulveda and over 45 partners displaying their talents. - August 14, 2021 - 2nd Life Media Inc.
Take an Artistic Journey Through Joe Glyda's Latest Book "World War II Aviation Artwork and the Stories Behind These Beautiful Birds," Releasing August 20
"World War II Aviation Artwork and the Stories Behind These Beautiful Birds" is a unique book filled with content from a special time in history. Internationally recognized award-winning photographer Joe Glyda began volunteering with a WWII Airborne Demonstration Team at a small airport... - August 12, 2021 - Joe Glyda
International Artist Cat Tesla Will Exhibit at the Market Art and Design Show in the Hamptons
This exhibit will feature Tesla’s Abstract Series of Paintings Represented by Steidel Contemporary. Thursday, Aug. 12 | Select VIP Preview & Opening Evening; 1-5 pm - Exclusive Entry for Select VIPs; 5-9 pm - Exclusive Entry for Fair Pass Holders and Select VIPs; Public Fair Hours: Friday, Aug. 13 and Saturday, Aug. 14: 11am - 7pm; Sunday, Aug. 15: 11am - 5pm; The Bridgehampton Museum, 2368 Montauk Hwy, Bridgehampton, NY 11932 - August 11, 2021 - Cat Tesla Fine Art
Canadian Artist, Deb Chaney Partners with Portugal to Bring One-of-a-Kind Large Scale Public Art Installation to Vancouver, British Columbia
Large scale and uniquely abstract, this public art installation encompasses four 16’ x 10’ hand-painted tile panels, the first of its kind in Canada. This timeless public art piece was an international collaboration created between Canadian artist Deb Chaney and Viuva Lamego of Portugal. Created during the pandemic, this installation carries a sense of historic purpose offering upliftment, positivity and creative connection during a time when it is most needed. - August 11, 2021 - Deb Chaney, Contemporary Abstract Artist
Edgy New Watercolor Exhibition by Derek Ayres at See Here Now Pop-Op Gallery included in Philly Fringe Fest 2021
An exhibition titled Plein Air Guitar at See Here Now Pop-Up Gallery as part of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival 2021 is scheduled to take place on September 18, 1-6 p.m. & September 19, 1-4 p.m., 2021. The opening reception of the exhibition is scheduled to take place on September 18, 4-6... - August 09, 2021 - Derek Ayres
Alexander Morris Featured in Attleboro Art Museum’s Prestigious 8 Visions Exhibit
Alexander Morris chosen for Attleboro Arts Museum's 8 Visions exhibit; a great creative achievement for all eight artists. - August 07, 2021 - Alexander Morris Art
Health Worker's COVID Art Goes on Sale, Simply Priced as "Pay What You Think is Fair"
A Cumbrian health worker who took up art during the Coronavirus pandemic is putting his creations up for sale, and buyers can choose how much they want to pay. - August 05, 2021 - Simon McCall
The Boynes Emerging Artist Award Launches the 5th Edition of This Award
The Boynes Emerging Artist Award has announced that it will be launching its 5th edition of the award. This year, they are accepting all 2D mediums as well as sculpture for the first time in addition to photography and painting. They are thrilled to announce that they will also be awarding $7000 in cash prizes, and also for the first time, permanent access to the Boynes Emerging Artist Award marketing team. - July 30, 2021 - Boynes Emerging Artist Award Ltd.
Online event “Manga & Anime Days”: Wacom and Celsys Celebrate a Creative Summer with 3-Day Online Event
From July 28 to 30, 2021, Celsys is partnering with Wacom to present “Manga & Anime Days,” a worldwide 3-day all-digital event organized by Wacom featuring workshops, presentations, and live drawing community events by and for creators. - July 19, 2021 - Celsys Inc.
Fancy Black and White Doodle Pop Artwork First Begun in the Last Century Finally Seeing Completion Now in Unique Award-Winning Full-Color Cross-Generation Collaboration
Two Florida artists team up on an innovative and colorful new line of award-winning works. First conceived as black and white ink drawings in the 1970s by Charles Ecker, Jamie Roberts adds her own modern spin digitally applying bright colors that speak to the era they were first created. With abstract concepts and palettes reminiscent of the Pop Psychedelic art movements, these "Distinctly Dazzling Doodles" begin in one millennium destined to end in another. - July 15, 2021 - Charles R. Ecker
Leading Wellbeing Organization Therme Group Expands Relationship with Superblue
Therme Art Co-founder and CEO Mikolaj Sekutowicz Joins Superblue Board of Directors, Committing Increased Strategic, Programmatic, and Operational Resources to Superblue. - July 14, 2021 - Therme Art
Webtoon CANVAS and Clip Studio Paint to Partner for Online Creator Summit
On July 31, Celsys, the maker of creative app Clip Studio Paint and the webcomic platform for creators “Webtoon CANVAS” are partnering for the full-day online event “Webtoon CANVAS Summit.” Workshops, panels and more provide resources for beginning and professional comic artists alike. - July 14, 2021 - Celsys Inc.
RoGallery.com Offers Up Dali’s Paperclip Bust of JFK as Bezos, Musk and Branson Reignite Space Race - Mission Not Possible Without JFK and Operation Paperclip
Billionaires race to space, Salvador Dali's 1965 Work Entitled "Paperclip" Homage to John F. Kennedy offered to collectors, museums and cultural institutions. - July 02, 2021 - RoGallery.com
Artist Launches New Series to Show How Mindless Consumption Drains Our Planet
From magical cleaning gloves to rubber dog booties, Stefanie Herr’s "Wasteland" features twelve low relief paper sculptures that depict commonplace objects as scarred landscapes. - July 01, 2021 - Stefanie Herr Visual Artist
From "Parasite" and "Lost Alleys" Translators, a "Monarch" in Korean Poetry
Mundus Artium Press announces the 2021 release of Monarch Butterfly, selected poems by renowned Korean poet, critic and scholar Choi Dongho. In the new book, poet and scholar Kooseul Kim (Lost Alleys) and Korean cinema expert and subtitler Darcy Paquet (Parasite) combine their gifts to bring a... - June 28, 2021 - Mundus Artium Press
Georgetown Plein Air 2021 - Painting Event and Art Exhibit/Sale
The Georgetown Heritage Center & Cultural Arts Program is pleased to present their fourth annual Plein Air event in vintage, picturesque Georgetown on July 30 and 31, 2021. A charming town of colorful Victorian buildings ringed by mountain views, Georgetown has long been a favorite of artists. - June 28, 2021 - Georgetown Heritage Center
Draw a Flower-Themed Illustration and Post It to Social Media - Celsys Opens Its 28th International Illustration Contest
Celsys opens its 28th International Illustration Contest, inviting submissions from around the world for illustrations on the theme of “Flowers.” - June 24, 2021 - Celsys Inc.
Venvi Art Gallery: Post-Pandemic Art Market Landscape
Out of necessity, many artists and gallerists have found new and creative ways to sell artwork online. An ongoing survey featured on NPR says 95% of artists have experienced loss because of the pandemic. Brinda Pamulapati and Veernag Pamulapati, owners of Venvi Art Gallery located on the East side of Capital Circle at 2901 E. Park Avenue, Tallahassee, Florida have been working hard on enhancing their new website, which allows users to buy artwork from the comfort of their home. - June 12, 2021 - Venvi Art Gallery
Michael Cortese of NobleSpirit and Charles Epting of HR Harmer Visit Sotheby’s to Examine World’s Most Valuable Stamp
For an in-depth look at the stamp and their visit to Sotheby’s, watch Episode 56 of Conversations with Philatelists, which aired on Monday, June 7. - June 11, 2021 - NobleSpirit
Alex Proyas, Breckin Meyer and an Exclusive Academy Awards Documentary to Headline the Paris Art and Movie Awards 2021 Festival
The Paris Art and Movie Awards is “the number one film festival in Paris, France” for NBC, CBS and Fox. The 11th annual edition will start Sept. 1, and once again will place Paris at the epicenter of independent filmmaking for several weeks. About 100 movies and artists are expected to be part of the show this year. - June 11, 2021 - Paris Art and Movie Awards
"Compassion Through the Arts" Free Online Event June 15
"Compassion through the Arts" - a free online streaming event - will be presented June 15. It features a variety of accomplished musicians, visual artists, and poets whose works express compassion. - June 10, 2021 - Compassionate Houston Inc.
West Elm Dadeland Celebrates Pride Month with Pop-Up Art Shop by Local Photographer/Artist Jonathan Brooks
South Florida-based Photographer/Visual Artist Jonathan Brooks announces second pop-up art shop at West Elm at Downtown Dadeland. - June 10, 2021 - Jonathan Brooks
Artists Unite to Raise Awareness of the Threats Environmental Changes Pose on World Ocean Day
Ocean advocacy nonprofit, PangeaSeed, in partnership with f-stop LLC and their “Print for a Cause” is an initiative to release an artbook featuring select hi-res images from the Sea Walls global public art project on World Ocean Day – 8th June. The book is titled "Sea... - June 09, 2021 - f-stop
Fatherhood is Redefined in Transformative Poetry Book, "A Son with No Father is A Book with No Author"
Author Mario Reyes is celebrating fatherhood through education and edification with his first contribution to the literary world, “A Son with No Father is A Book with No Author.” In this hybrid of poetic short stories, Reyes gracefully, yet unapologetically, tackles complicated subjects... - June 09, 2021 - Mario "Papi Picasso" Reyes
“Citizen Trump: A One Man Show - The Director’s Cut” Debuts on Amazon, Vimeo as Simon Schuster Releases Powerful New Trump Book Tuesday, June 15
Film Director Robert Orlando releases his director’s cut of “Citizen Trump: A One Man Show” today, leading up to the June 15 release of the riveting Simon & Schuster “Citizen Trump” book. With added supporting details and documentation in the new book, the Nexus Media film exposes the rest of the hidden story: how the media unwittingly fueled Trump’s rise to power every time it tried to thwart him – and how media behavior still encourages a continuing rise in Trumpism. - June 08, 2021 - Nexus Media
Lost Tradition of Art Revealed, Establishes Significance of Ancient Indian Artworks
In a historical event marking the revelation of the lost tradition of ancient Indian art and the earliest surviving painting from the Hindu tradition (photographed and digitally restored by Shri Benoy K Behl), dignitaries from across the world came together to celebrate the power of Indian culture. - June 06, 2021 - Sapio Analytics
Grand Opening of California's Only Selfie Experience Gallery
Hashtag is California's only Selfie Experience Gallery that is coming to the Lake Elsinore Outlets. It features over 20 rooms and 40+ various themes as well as two 360 platforms on green screen. Hashtag also has an "adult area" 18+ and 21+ that features "adult themed" content. All themes are available for selfies and videos for all social media platforms. - June 02, 2021 - #Hashtag LLC
Fine Art and Antiques River Oaks Auction
Incredible River Oaks Estate Auction from the estate of Jennet and Jim Woods, former CEO of Baker Hughes. - June 01, 2021 - Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auctions
Poets' Choice is Proud to Announce the Publication of PANDEMIE, New and Selected Poems by Richard Harteis with Dutch Translations and New Art by Tom Veys
This bilingual edition (Dutch/English) features poems written during the pandemic with new poems celebrating the imminent end of this global catastrophe. PANDEMIE is augmented by beautiful, careful translations into Dutch as well as original artwork by Tom Veys, Rita Dawley and Juner Patnode. PANDEMIE has received the 2021 Valentin Krustev Award for Translation. Note ISBN Number: 978-1-7371653-09 - June 01, 2021 - Poets' Choice Publishing
Imaging91 Paints the City Black Again, Releasing a Fine Art Photo Book to Raise Funds for Emerging Black Artists
Imaging91 is releasing a book that captures the artwork created to speak out against racist policing on the anniversary of a Toronto art protest: "Paint the City Black." - May 28, 2021 - Imaging91
Posse Foundation, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Launch Arts Leadership Scholarship in Puerto Rico; Bard College Offers Full-Tuition Posse Scholarships to Students from Puerto Rico
The Posse Foundation is expanding to recruit art students in Puerto Rico through a new project launched in collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda Family Fund and Bard College. Beginning this fall, the college success and youth leadership development organization will identify, select... - May 25, 2021 - The Posse Foundation
Kashima Arts Presents the Japanese Art Auction MEGURU Vol. 7 - The Marketplace for Japanese Art
BS Fuji Co., Ltd. and Kashima Arts Co., Ltd. is proud to co-host volume 7 of the Japanese Art Auction, MEGURU, from June 19 (Sat) to June 27 (Sun), 2021. An opportunity for, both, experienced and novice buyers to gain a feel for the arts, MEGURU is a sealed-bid auction that specializes in Japanese... - May 24, 2021 - Kashima Arts Co., Ltd.
Tradition Returns to the Crossroads District in Kansas City with the 21st Annual West 18th Street Fashion Show
The West 18th Street Fashion Show returns to the street with an innovative concept in the wake of the city’s closure due to a pandemic. The show’s producers invited Jay Tomlinson, Founding Principal and Owner of Helix Architecture + Design (Helix) to assist in creating seven sets for... - May 22, 2021 - West 18th Street Fashion Show
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Textile Blocks and 3D Cement Tiles Now Available for Sale
The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation has partnered with Southern California building materials company Eso Surfaces to create iconic textile blocks and 3D cement tiles from the Frank Lloyd Wright archive. Frank Lloyd Wright is considered America’s most influential architect. His unique textile blocks had a major impact on mid-century design. Textile blocks from Storer House and Ablin House and 3D cement tiles from Millard and Ennis House are now available for purchase. www.esosurfaces.com - May 20, 2021 - Eso Surfaces
KOCT Television Celebrates 40 Years of Serving the Community; The Voice of North County to Host a Live Virtual Tour and Annual Fundraiser on June 1
Oceanside’s Channel, KOCT Television is kicking off its 40th year by hosting the KOCT Television Live Virtual Tour and Annual Fundraiser on June 1 from 6 to 7 p.m. KOCT Television is one of the last remaining fulfillments of unbiased Public Broadcasting in America today. For the past 40... - May 14, 2021 - KOCT Television
Largest International Re-Use Art Collection Seeks Curating Relationship
In 2008, Ken Marquis, a picture framer from Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania, had an epiphany while milling around an automobile show. “I started rushing up and down vendor aisles buying old hub caps. I bought 41 rusted old hub caps that day. My friend thought I was crazy. I said ‘I have an... - May 05, 2021 - KenMarq, LLC
Artwork of New Jersey Artist, Stephanie Deshpande, Included on a Time Capsule to the Moon with 1200 International Artists and One A.I.
The Peregrine Collection – an assembly of thousands of creative works by over 1200 creative artists and one A.I. – is headed for the Moon. Seven paintings by the New Jersey artist, Stephanie Deshpande, are included in this collection. Deshpande is a representational painter best known... - April 29, 2021 - Stephanie Deshpande Fine Art
Virtual Artists to Hold the Largest Ever Live Virtual Art Gallery
Over 300 paintings will be able to be viewed across several virtual art galleries that will enable prospective purchasers to walk around in real time, view the paintings and be able to chat in real time with the artists themselves who are depicted as digital avatars. - April 27, 2021 - Virtual Artists
In Évora, the Artist Santiago Ribeiro Exhibits for the First Time Since the Pandemic, While in Italy a Video Circulates Dedicated to the Portuguese
Santiago Ribeiro prepares for his new exhibition in Portugal, in Italy, three italians, Annalina, Vincenzo and Maurizio pay homage to Ribeiro with a hit video. - April 23, 2021 - 900 Letterario Magazine
DiW Manufacture Introduced "The Black Grail Project"
A new high-end customization project is here. The Black Grail project is the latest release of DiW Manufacture, and is the result of high-tech innovation and traditional watchmaking. Finally, the Nautilus ref. 5711 acquired a modern look, as it is crafted with high-end carbon fiber elements. - April 22, 2021 - Designa Individual