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A T.rex Named Sue is Coming to the Discovery Center of Idaho
The Discovery Center of Idaho is pleased to announce that the world’s largest T.rex will arrive in Boise this month. A T.rex Named Sue is a traveling exhibition reproduced from the original fossils found in 1990 in the Black Hills of South Dakota. This impressive replica is composed of over... - January 08, 2017 - Discovery Center of Idaho
Jeff Owen Exhibiting at Oakland City Center
Jeff Owen’s sculptures and Henry Riekena’s meditative paintings are featured for the SLATE Art Rotating Exhibition at Oakland City Center - January 07, 2017 - Jeff Owen
Inauguration: Acts of Resistance, Acts of Kindness and the Launch of The Civility Project
Susan Hensel Gallery, 3441 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, is re-opening for the evening of the presidential inauguration, January 20, for Inauguration: Acts of Resistance, Acts of Kindness, from 6-10pm. This evening is the first community action and the launch of The Civility Project. (www.civility-project.com) The Civility Project, a nascent, national initiative, is artfully designed to help build communities and restore civil discourse. - January 05, 2017 - Susan Hensel Gallery
Miklos Legrady Exhibit Comes to Maxx Quinten Art Gallery in Toronto
Canadian painting artist and photographer Miklos Legrady opens an exhibit of his work at Maxx Quinten Art Gallery in Toronto, January 1 - July 29, 2017. Paintings on virtual display and for sale include five highly original, provocative and influential exhibits of work on canvas. The "Art... - January 04, 2017 - Maxx Quinten Art Gallery
International Call for Artists for Online Art Competition, "All PAINTINGS”
CAGO Announces the 4th Annual International Art Call for the “ALL PAINTINGS” Art Competition & Exhibition. - January 04, 2017 - Contemporary Art Gallery Online
City of San Mateo Welcomes Downtown San Mateo’s Largest Mural, Good Life
The San Mateo community and greater Bay Area are invited to a commemorative celebration welcoming the Good Life Mural by renowned Bay Area artist, Brian Barneclo, at the Downtown San Mateo Train Station. The festivities begin at 4:00 on January 5, at the Downtown San Mateo Train Station. A no-host happy hour celebration at Vault 164 on B Street will immediately follow the ceremony. - December 30, 2016 - Inspire Art Exhibits
Art Fort Lauderdale Announces New Partners and First Round of Exhibitors Including Laurence Gartel and Barry Gross
Art Fort Lauderdale has announced its new partners and artMASTERS show for the 1st annual Art Fair on the Water at waterfront properties on the intracoastal waterways in Fort Lauderdale. (January 11 – 15, 2017) - December 29, 2016 - UniteUs Group
Camilo Him’s Big Show Becomes Part of LACMA Art Collection
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) recent acquisition of the Sheats-Goldstein House this year includes art from Camilo Him’s Big Show. - December 29, 2016 - Camilo Him
Art Exhibition Based on Herbert Wells’ Novels Was Opened in Bulgaria
On December 21 in Sofia, on the occasion of 150th anniversary of the birth of Herbert Wells, an exhibition was opened of sci-fi and fantasy themed artworks by artist Roman Gumanyuk. - December 27, 2016 - Roman Gumanyuk
Cassandria Blackmore & Zhuang Hong Yi: East Meets West
Houston gallery, Laura Rathe Fine Art, announces the exhibition "East Meets West," featuring new works by internationally acclaimed artists, Cassandria Blackmore and Zhuang Hong Yi, with an opening reception on Saturday, January 14 from 6-9pm at 2707 Colquitt Street. These talented... - December 23, 2016 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents Roi James / Katherine Houston: Genesis
LRFA Presents New Artworks in Two-Person Exhibition in Dallas, Texas. - December 11, 2016 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
EcoArt Support for Refugees, Human Rights
EcoArt from Civiliti Champions helps the Refugee Crisis, supporting Human Rights Non-Profits. Utilizing original EcoArt - from Naked Nature Photography to actual African Masks ... from Brazilian Jazz to Indigenous Sculptures - Civiliti provides a global vehicle to economically support both the... - December 11, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Sublime Galleria Along with the Taj West End Presents Elite Strokes, a Collection of Contemporary Art by Renowned Artist, M.R. Deshmukh
The paintings will be on display at The Taj West End from 09-15 December and at Sublime Galleria, UB City from 16-31 December 2016. - December 10, 2016 - Sublime Art Galleria
Little Brown Girl Helps Father Figures Send an Empowering Message to the Young Girls in Their Lives
Beginning as a poem penned on a napkin, Little Brown Girl has grown into a full-blown children's book project. The inspiration for this project came directly from the birth of Brian Lawrence's daughter Nile. He knew he would read to his daughter, and wanted the first words he read to her to set the... - December 06, 2016 - Little Brown Girl Book
"Artist Talk" on “Mythic/Poetic" by Artist Ricardo Osmondo Francis in Collaboration with Leonidesarts Gallery New York, East End Studio Houston, Texas and Derek Jackson
"Artist Talk” on “Mythic/Poetic" by the Artist Ricardo Osmondo Francis in collaboration with Leonidesarts Gallery New York, East End Studio Houston, Texas and Derek Jackson with Zero Station Portland, Maine present this closing event on 12/16/2016. It is a conversation with the artist and public regarding his journey creating paintings and drawings for this exhibition. - November 29, 2016 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
Walnut Creek Award Winning Artist Celebrates the Season with Open Studio Exhibition & Sale
See Beauty in both the Light and the Dark! Invitation to a 1 day annual exhibition of high quality drawings and paintings at artists' home studio. - November 28, 2016 - Mira M. White Fine Art
New Amazing Chinese Comics "Modern Life of Immortal Demons"
The art world is filled with artists who have turned their limitations into unique methods of creativity. We are always fascinated by someone working against such magnificently different odds can thrive. - November 24, 2016 - NOWDO
"Strategic Ambiguity" by Hao Ni at Peligro Amarillo / Santurce
Peligro Amarillo / Santurce is pleased to present Strategic Ambiguity by New York-based Taiwanese artist Hao Ni, featuring an eclectic series of mixed media installations, sculptures and video, from December 2016 – January 2017. The opening reception is Saturday, December 17, at Calle Cerra... - November 24, 2016 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Aqua Art Fair Partners Up to Showcase Cutting-Edge Emerging Art
Starry Night Programs is partnering with Aqua Art Fair Miami, to showcase cutting edge, emerging artists at the international art fair. The Starry Night Exposure program will be exhibiting a collection of work from emerging artists from the U.S. and abroad. The Exposure Gallery will be located on... - November 23, 2016 - Starry Night Programs
Anonymous Artist Gets His Own Art Museum in Barcelona
The Museum of Liberalism Art (MOLA) in Barcelona is now dedicated to the diverse style Liberalism art created by the Anonymous artist "An Idiot." - November 20, 2016 - Museum of Liberalism Art
Reflections, Paintings and Poems from a Poet's Gallery Launched by Poets Choice Publishing and the William Meredith Foundation
This will be the third collection of Elisavietta Ritchie’s work Poets Choice has been privileged to publish as a unique offering by the William Meredith Foundation. The foundation is dedicated to continuing the legacy of the former US Poet Laureate through publications and educational programs in the arts. - November 19, 2016 - The William Meredith Foundation
CD Hullinger Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
CD Hullinger of San Jose, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of art education. About CD Hullinger Ms. Hullinger is the Owner of... - November 19, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Chase. 7 Pieces. November 19th.
Kristin Grant of Dust to Dust and Sarah Jones of High Density present their furniture collaboration, The Chase. Combining their practices in woodworking and hand weaving, The Chase is comprised of seven pieces that emphasize simplicity and elegant material pairing. They will be debuting their... - November 17, 2016 - Dust to Dust
Kondakova's Art Show Portray Her Rank as a Female Artist
Martin Lawrence Galleries South Coast acknowledges Liudmila Kondakova as an upper ranking female artist within the company due to her art as a popular trend in their overall product lines. Kondakova will make a yearly personal appearance to meet with guests. Kondakova grew up in Russia and refined... - November 16, 2016 - Martin Lawrence Galleries South Coast
Non-Profit Arts Organization to Hold Charity Art and Music Event
Expressions NJ, Inc. will be presenting the Expressions of Thanks Art and Music Event on November 19th, 2016 from 6:30pm until 9:00pm. - November 12, 2016 - Expressions NJ, Inc.
Winter Accrochage 01.12.2016 - 28.01.2017 at Fluegel-Roncak Gallery
Galerie Fluegel-Roncak, with a strong focus on Contemporary Art and Pop Art will show various artworks of its classic collection of Pop Art by Andy Warhol, Mel Ramos, Alex Katz und Nelson De La Nuez and contemporary artists like Tracey Emin, Bozena Bosko, Damien Hirst, Mr. Brainwash, Gerhard... - November 11, 2016 - Galerie Fluegel-Roncak
Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents Devine / Stallman: Curvilinear
LRFA Presents New Artworks in Two-Person Exhibition in Dallas, Texas - November 09, 2016 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
Artlightenment Festival Hosts Artists’ Tea
Eighth Annual Multi-media Art and Film Festival, Artlightenment, held its annual artists’ tea and pre-show workshop. - November 05, 2016 - Artlightenment
German Bible Society to Publish Unique Illustrated Bible
3,333 Bible illustrations by Willy Wiedmann depicting the Old and New Testament in two volumes. The Wiedmann Media AG and the German Bible Society will publish a one of a kind Bible Art-Edition by the end of 2017. It depicts the complete Old and New Testament in 3,333 images and was painted by the German artist Willy Wiedmann. - November 03, 2016 - Wiedmann Media AG
On a Mission of Civiliti ... See Things Differently... People Equally
With a uniquely new "self-sustainable" business model, Civiliti launches its Indiegogo Campaign today utilizing EcoArt to support environmental sustainability and human rights non-profits directly. African masks and sculptures, photography, painting, music and other original artisan works... - November 02, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents New Ceramic Works by Lucrecia Waggoner in Houston, TX
Acclaimed Houston gallery, Laura Rathe Fine Art, announces an exhibition of new works by contemporary ceramic artist, Lucrecia Waggoner, in a solo show, with an opening reception on Thursday, November 17, from 5 - 8pm at 1700 Post Oak Blvd. The new collection will be on display through December 17th, 2016. - November 02, 2016 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
Adult Swim: Cocktails & Cosmonauts on Saturday, Nov. 19
Get Your Hands on Real Moon Rocks, Experience Space through Virtual Reality, and Meet a Microscopic Water Bear at the Museum’s Next Adult Swim: Cocktails & Cosmonauts on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 7-10pm - November 02, 2016 - Hands On Children's Museum
Introducing Art Fort Lauderdale - the World’s First Art Fair on the Water, January 12 - 15, 2017
Featuring over 100 artists, 5 galleries, 8 properties and 3 restaurants - November 01, 2016 - UniteUs Group
Downtown San Mateo’s Largest Mural, Good Life
Friday Night Live is the kick-off event to benefit a capital campaign to fund Downtown San Mateo's newest and largest mural, Good Life, along with four additional public art installations in 2017. - October 26, 2016 - Inspire Art Exhibits
USS Lexington Museum Unveils First F9F-8 Cougar Painted Pink in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Disney Paint Trick Used on First Ever Pink F9F-8 Cougar - October 19, 2016 - USS Lexington
Eli Wilner & Company Announces Winners of 2016 Museum Frame Conservation Grant Awards
Eli Wilner and Company announced the recipients of the 2016 Museum Frame Conservation Grant Awards in five distinct categories, selected by a panel of distinguished jurors: Carrie Rebora Barratt, Annette Blaugrund, Mark Cole, Rebecca E. Lawton, and Alex Nyerges. Winners receive a complete frame restoration provided by Eli Wilner & Company - October 18, 2016 - Eli Wilner & Company
Fine Motor City a la MindBloom Preschool, Debuts at the National Building Museum Big Build Festival
MindBloom Preschool hosts unique interactive children's building stations at the National Building Museum Big Build festival on October 15, 2016 in Washington, DC. - October 18, 2016 - MindBloom Preschool
City of Costa Mesa Celebrates Artist Mark Kostabi
Martin Lawrence Galleries (MLG) South Coast has partnered with the City of Costa Mesa to declare October 2016 as Mark Kostabi Month. Kostabi will be presented with a proclamation from Costa Mesa’s Mayor Stephen Mensinger at “Meet the Artist: Mark Kostabi.” Kostabi is a prominent... - October 17, 2016 - Martin Lawrence Galleries South Coast
Debra L. Rahmoeller Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Debra L. Rahmoeller of Springfield, Missouri has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 6 years in the field of art. About Debra L. Rahmoeller Ms. Rahmoeller is an... - October 15, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Greg Miller & Matt Devine Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents New Artworks in Two-Person Exhibition in Houston, TX
Laura Rathe Fine Art announces their next exhibition featuring new works by acclaimed post-pop artist, Greg Miller, and renowned metal sculptor, Matt Devine, with an opening reception on Saturday, October 22nd from 6-9pm. Though the pairing of works by Miller and Devine presents divergent techniques and mediums, together they emphasize a shared interest in the contrasting forces of controlled chaos. The exhibition will be on view through November 26th, 2016. - October 12, 2016 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
Hollywood Comes to Wimbledon
Picture Palace Movie Posters specialize in genuine original rare vintage film posters (1930-1980), including James Bond, Hammer, Ealing, Hollywood greats, Film Noir and many more. To celebrate the launch of www.picturepalacemovieposters.com they're having a party in Wimbledon on 29th Oct. - October 12, 2016 - Brook Cottage Shepherd Huts
Edward Hersey and Gordon Lees Exhibition 2016
York Fine Arts announces its annual Edward Hersey and Gordon Lees Exhibition 2016. - October 11, 2016 - York Fine Arts
New Chaco Culture Artist in Residence John Vokoun Arrives in October
This October, the National Parks Arts Foundation in cooperation with the National Park Service at Chaco Culture National Historical Park will host NM based painter and computer artists John Vokoun for the third and last of the foundation’s 2016 residencies. The artist will spend a month... - October 08, 2016 - National Parks Arts Foundation
Fiber Artists from Arizona Selected by Foundation as 2016 Fort Union Monument Artists-in-Residence
Fort Union National Monument’s upcoming Artists-in-Residence for the month of October will be Denneen ‘Denny’ Peterson and fellow Fiber Artist Bill Meek, a husband-and-wife team. The National Parks Arts Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit, is pleased to be working again with the... - October 08, 2016 - National Parks Arts Foundation
Brazilian Artist is Arts Foundation’s October Artist-in-Residence at Pecos National Historical Park
Bel Falleiros, a Brazilian installation artist is coming to Northern New Mexico’s historic park to work and create there all through October 2016. Ms. Falleiros combines the varied practices of Land Art, Urbanism & Architecture, Psychogeography, and expressive wandering to uncover the... - October 08, 2016 - National Parks Arts Foundation
Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents Meredith Pardue: All the Emerald Oceans
LRFA Announces Solo Exhibition by Contemporary Artist, Meredith Pardue in Dallas, Texas. - October 07, 2016 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
Naples Artcrafters Host First Juried Art Show of the 2016-2017 Season, This Year Marks the 50th Anniversary of the Naples Artcrafters
On October 22, 2016, The Naples Artcrafters 10 AM to 4 PM will be hosting their first juried art and craft show of the 2016-2017 season. The event will be held in downtown Cambier Park in beautiful Naples, FL. The Naples Artcrafters are celebrating their 50th anniversary as a nonprofit art organization in Naples. - October 06, 2016 - Naples Artcrafters
Kiel Arto Brings High Quality and Artistically Unique Tables to ICFF Miami
European table manufacturer Kiel Arto Design is coming to ICFF Miami, 2016. Kiel Arto Design’s Kristaps Gulbis, an internationally recognized artist, creates art as tables that are functional, durable and truly unique. Kiel Arto uses socially responsible materials and processes to create... - October 04, 2016 - Kiel Arto Design
Pro Bono Legal Services from Eckert Seamans Protect Family Photo Collection on View at New African American Museum
While Daniel S. Evans was excited to hear that the National Museum of African American History and Culture was interested in his mother’s collection of historic photographs and happy to share her legacy, he wanted to protect his family’s intellectual property. He called on Eckert Seamans in Philadelphia for assistance in copyrighting the Laura Fitzpatrick Photo Collection, which shows mid-20th century African American life in New York City. The firm was delighted to provide pro bono services. - September 28, 2016 - Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott
Loretta M. Menendian Recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Loretta M. Menendian of Fort Walton Beach, Florida has been recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 50 years in the field of art. About Loretta M. Menendian Ms. Menendian is an Art Teacher at... - September 27, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide