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Dallas Holocaust Museum’s Board Chair Receives Prestigious Outstanding Directors Award
Stephen Waldman, the Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance’s Chairman of the Board of Directors, has been awarded the Dallas Business Journal’s 2015 Outstanding Directors Award. The award recognizes directors, boards and committees that demonstrate skill and... - September 12, 2015 - TCG Consulting
Photo Exhibition Featuring the Controversial Work of Soraya Doolbaz: “Dick-tators of History and Friends”
New York Artist Presents an Artistic Approach to Dick Pics. - September 09, 2015 - Dicture Gallery
Take a Seat Gala to Feature ARTKTR
Starr PR announces the Fortuna Chair, a collaboration between Mark Harrison, Pepe Villegas, ARTKTR, Lars Walkling to benefit abused and neglected children in Palm Beach County, Florida. - September 06, 2015 - Starr PR
Rahway Branch Partners with Jardine Academy
The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch Provides Specialized Arts Programming - September 06, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Artlightenment Festival Announces 2015 Theme
Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced theme for the 2015 event. - September 05, 2015 - Artlightenment
AutumnFest Arts & Music Festival, Celebrates 13 Years with Biggest Schedule Yet
Experience AutumnFest in Avondale Estates, October 3-4, 2015, with live entertainment, an artist market, chef demonstrations and more. Explore the work of more than 90 regional artists representing diverse styles and media. A variety of live entertainment including music by Tribute – a celebration of The Allman Brothers Band. AutumnEats returns with hot local chefs preparing delicious tastings with locally farmed and sourced ingredients. It’s free. Rain or shine. - September 03, 2015 - Avondale Arts Alliance
Racism in America. Exhibition at the Verdadism Art Gallery by Soraida Martinez Raises Awareness of an Endemic Problem in American Society.
Over 23 years ago, Soraida Martinez created Verdadism to raise awareness on what she saw as a big problem in America: Racism. This exhibition includes many of the artist's paintings and social commentaries on Racism in America. - September 02, 2015 - Artist Soraida
Loama Resort Launches Over-Water Loama Art Gallery with "Dream Team" of Maldives' Young Modern Masters at National Gallery in Male
“It is immensely gratifying to bring these talented artists into the Loama Art Gallery fold, and I look forward to seeing them each exhibit at Loama Art Gallery.” -Andres Rubio, GM, Loama Resort Maldives at Maamigili - August 26, 2015 - Loama Resort Maldives at Maamigili
Atlanta Life Financial Group Pledges Support to The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Inc.
Atlanta Life Financial Group make a $25,000 Donation - August 25, 2015 - Atlanta Life Financial Group
Islands Society Seeks Mentors for 2016 Pacific Next Generation Artists Program
Leading non-profit seeks experienced artists and professionals in visual arts to participate in unique mentorship program for emerging artists from the Pacific Islands. - August 25, 2015 - Pacific Islands Society
YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015 - The Most-Awaited Art Festival in South India
The 6th Edition promises to bring about a Paradigm Shift in the perception of the arts. - August 22, 2015 - Sublime Art Galleria
transFORM's What's New What's Next Presentation - "Small Spaces in the Big City - Innovations in Space - Saving Design"
Are you interested in Interior Design & Art? Come to What's New What's Next at the New York Design Center - Thursday September 17th from 2-9pm. transFORM's presentation will begin at 6:45pm. - August 21, 2015 - transFORM
ARIDO Jewelry Collection Presents at Collectrium, a Christie's Company
Founded by a scion of the Raphael family jewelers dating back to the 11th century with celebrity guru Mr. Chappell, a world class designer with a background in fashion, art, and history. - August 20, 2015 - ARIDO Jewelry
Alexandre Renoir Supports Local Charity with Painting Donation in Conjunction with Labor Day Weekend Exhibition
When he visits Ocean Galleries for a Labor Day weekend exhibition, Alexandre Renoir will be giving back to the community that has welcomed him for the past 10+ years with a painting donation for the Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children in Avalon, NJ. "Renoir: Modern Day Impressionism," opens on Friday, September 4 and runs through Monday, September 7, 2015 at Ocean Galleries. Guests can meet Alexandre Renoir 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6. - August 20, 2015 - Ocean Galleries
Charity Art Auction to Aid Austin's YMCA and Autism Speaks
Art in Austin exhibition to be auctioned to raise funds for YMCA and Autism Speaks. - August 20, 2015 - Dreamstream Productions
transFORM Gallery's Autumn NYC Art Exhibit: John Greene - Color Fields & Alexander Rutsch - A Retrospective
The opening reception will be held on September 17th from 6-9pm to coincide with the New York Design Center's highly anticipated event, What's New What's Next. - August 20, 2015 - transFORM
"The Forlorn Incantations" by Johnny Adimando at Yellow Peril
"The Forlorn Incantations" continues to underscore major themes present in Adimando’s overall body of work (collection, escapism, protection, surveillance), but the exhibition will focus more specifically on a concept that addresses the blurred line between protection and imprisonment by way of obsessive order and feigned attempts at "perfection." - August 20, 2015 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Announcing transFORM Gallery's Fall Art Exhibit: Cross County - YoHo Meets NewRo
Exhibited work from Ginny Fox, Alexa Grace, Catherine Latson, John Folchi & Pasquale Miele. - August 20, 2015 - transFORM
Witness History: Experience the Intrigue of Etchings
Artist David Hunter Creates Original Art with Etchings at Seaside Art Gallery. - August 17, 2015 - Seaside Art Gallery
Pacific Islands Society Opens Call for Applicants for the 2016 Pacific Next Generation Artists Program
Leading young artists from the Pacific region are invited to showcase their talents on the world stage. - August 16, 2015 - Pacific Islands Society
Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents Quartets by Tony Magar
Laura Rathe Fine Art introduces Quartets, a solo exhibition by second generation abstract expressionist Tony Magar, on view from September 12th through October 17th. Still painting at the age of eighty, Magar is one of the last surviving artists belonging to this most important, quintessentially American art movement. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, September 12th, from 6 – 9pm. - August 15, 2015 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
Rochester Artist and Whim Publishing Illustrator Adam Allen Berry Offering Restoration Services to Art Lovers City-Wide
Free estimates to people looking to touch up damaged pieces. - August 13, 2015 - Whim Publishing
Art at Your Door Honors Popular Artists Andre, Garmesh, and Orlando
Art at Your Door has selected a few artists who have excelled in their field, becoming the most popular artists of the month. Andrew Atroshenko, Michael & Inessa Garmesh, and Rafael Quevedo Orlando have proven that dedication and hard work really do pay off. - August 09, 2015 - Art at Your Door
Powell Ad Agency Awards Hilliard Student with $1,500 Art Scholarship
Award-winning advertising agency, LaineGabriel, gives its fifth scholarship fund to Riley Beard of Hilliard. - August 09, 2015 - LaineGabriel
Artlightenment Festival Announces Call for Artist Submissions
Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced the call for visual art and films. - August 08, 2015 - Artlightenment
Open Heart Surgery - a Multi-Sensory Art Installation of Personal Transformation
Female artist creating new visual language to help decode and balance thoughts, emotions and unconscious behavior, promoting personal transformation. The free gallery event to be open from December 7, 2015 through the 31st in New York, NY. - August 07, 2015 - Emily Fischer Field
Alexandre Renoir in Stone Harbor, NJ for Labor Day Weekend - Ocean Galleries Welcomes Pierre-August Renoir’s Great-Grandson for Extraordinary Impressionistic Art Exhibit
Labor Day weekend, Stone Harbor, NJ plays host to the legacy of revered Master Impressionist Pierre-Auguste Renoir, when Ocean Galleries welcomes his great-grandson, Alexandre Renoir, for an extraordinary exhibition of his impressionistic paintings. “Renoir: Modern Day Impressionism” will be on display Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7, 2015. Alexandre Renoir will be at special receptions from 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6. - August 06, 2015 - Ocean Galleries
Yellow Peril Gallery Presents "32 Ghosts" by Toby Barnes at The Drawing Room, in Conjunction with LANA’s Sixth Annual Conference in Providence
Mixed media exhibition exploring ritual practices, individuals, and the nonhuman world in everyday life by Toby Barnes at The Drawing Room. - August 06, 2015 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Contemporary Art Gallery Online Announces a Call for Artists to Participate in the "ALL Animals" Art Competition & Exhibition
Contemporary Art Gallery Online Announces a Call for Artists to Participate in ALL Animals Art Competition & Exhibition. Visit Us at http://tinyurl.com/ndsjpwl - August 04, 2015 - Contemporary Art Gallery Online
Downton Abbey Comes to the Wolcott House
Fans of “Downton Abby” won’t want to miss the newest exhibit at the Wolcott Heritage Center. The exhibit, based on the popular PBS series, displays original gowns and decorative art from 1900 through the “Roaring 20’s.” Featured are a selection of gowns ranging... - July 29, 2015 - Maumee Valley Historical Society
International Award-Winning Artist, Rob Prior Named as Judge for Worldwide Illustration Contest
Internationally renowned artist Rob Prior was announced as a judge for the L. Ron Hubbard Presents Illustrators of the Future Contest. - July 28, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Spectacular American, European and Asian Fine Art & Antiques Featured at Sarasota Estate Auction on July 25
Paintings, Sculpture, Porcelains and Silver to be Featured in Fine Art & Antiques Auction in Sarasota, Florida - July 19, 2015 - Sarasota Estate Auction
100 Nude Models Painted in the Public Streets for NYC Bodypainting Day
100 Fully nude male and female models will become human canvases for over 75 artists at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza on July 18th from noon to 4:00 PM. - July 15, 2015 - Andy Golub Productions LLC
14th Annual Santa Barbara Studio Artists Tour – 30 Studios to Tour from the Ocean to the Valley
14th Annual Studio Tour has more than 30 studios from Montecito to Goleta to Santa Ynez open to the public for the most Artfull weekend getaway. - July 14, 2015 - Santa Barbara Studio Artists
Corridan Gallery and Santa Barbara Studio Artists Present Special Preview Exhibition for SBSA 14th Annual Studio Tour
For one month prior to the Santa Barbara Studio Artists 14th Annual Studio Tour the Corridan Gallery will showcase one piece of work from each artist. An artist reception will be held on Friday, Sept. 4 from 5- 8 pm - July 14, 2015 - Santa Barbara Studio Artists
12th China National Exhibition of Fine Arts Has Exclusive USA Show at Bonhams in NYC July 9 – 17
This is the China National Exhibition of Fine Arts’ historic first visit to USA. There are 65 contemporary masterpieces interpreting China’s evolving history over 65 Years. Currently on a world tour, it also showcases art from GenX and Millennials. Admission is free to the public. - July 13, 2015 - National China Art
Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum Selects TFI Envision, Inc. Again
The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum (LMMM) selected TFI Envision, Inc. again this year to develop the graphics for their upcoming black-tie Gala and exhibition preview on October 10, 2015. The new exhibit, “The Stairs Below: The Mansion’s Domestic Servants” will highlight themes... - July 11, 2015 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Ocean Galleries Welcomes Victoria Montesinos: Renowned Floral Artist Holds First Solo Exhibition in Stone Harbor, NJ
“Victoria Montesinos: Passion of the Flower” will be on display Fri, July 31 to Sun, Aug 2, 2015 from 10AM-10PM at Ocean Galleries (9618 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor, NJ). Ms. Montesinos will be on hand to meet collectors at receptions from 7-10PM on Fri, July 31 and Sat, Aug 1, and 1-4PM on Sun, Aug 2. The exhibition and receptions are free, with all artwork available for acquisition. The talented artist uses a unique technique of layering to create artwork that is strikingly beautiful. - July 09, 2015 - Ocean Galleries
Channel Islands Harbor to Hold Arts Festival in Celebration of 50th Anniversary
Southern California’s finest artists to participate in outdoor festival. - July 09, 2015 - Channel Islands Harbor
North Texas Police, Firefighters Honored at Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance Exhibit Now Open
The Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance recently hosted a First Responders Open House paying tribute to police, firefighters, emergency medical technicians and search and rescue members who currently serve the North Texas community. The event was part of the launch for the... - July 09, 2015 - Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance
Cinq Étoiles New York Launch
ARIDO, a closely guarded secret, the world's most exclusive and discrete jewelry. Founded by a scion of the Raphael family jewelers dating back to the 11th century with Mr. Chappell a world class designer with a background in fashion, art, and history. Descending from a very large family, the... - July 07, 2015 - ARIDO Jewelry
Slow Down and Feel the Porcelain
Pottery Northwest Presents "welcome, more than a feeling" - new work by SKaye; Reception: Friday, August 7, from 6 to 8 p.m.; Exhibition: August 7 through August 28. - July 07, 2015 - Pottery Northwest
Chestnut Square and Munzee Team Up for a Unique Tour Experience
Munzee, Located in downtown McKinney but the leader in global scavenger hunts, has partnered with the Heritage Guild of Collin County to provide visitors to Chestnut Square Historic Village a unique tour experience. Previously, tours were limited to scheduled times when staff or docents were made... - July 04, 2015 - Chestnut Square Historic Village
Eliza Weber Says "Good Morning" with Farewell Exhibibition
Pottery Northwest Presents "good morning" by Eliza Weber; Reception: Friday, July 10, from 6 to 8 p.m.; Exhibition: July 7 through July 31. - July 03, 2015 - Pottery Northwest
Rarified Art Collection to Debut at Martin Lawrence Galleries
Significant works by Basquiat, Calder, Chagall, Dalí, Francis, Haring, Lichtenstein, Miró, Picasso, Warhol. - July 03, 2015 - Martin Lawrence Galleries
Art Takes Flight with the New Butterfly MOVA® Globe
MOVA International’s all-new Butterfly MOVA Globe fuses decorative art and motion together for the décor and gift market. - June 30, 2015 - MOVA International
Gallery at Marina Square Presents INTO THE LIGHT by Guest Artist & Photographer Gregory Siragusa
Gregory Siragusa presents his Photography show INTO THE LIGHT in Gallery at Marina Square in Morro Bay, California. - June 30, 2015 - Gallery at Marina Square
West Sacramento Artist Wins Award at California State Fair Fine Art Exhibition
West Sacramento, California Artist DK Osorio has won an Award of Merit for one of her original artworks, “A Distant Dot,” at the California State Fair Fine Art Exhibition and Competition. The work, an 18x20 inch ink and paint on artboard, will be on display during the California State... - June 27, 2015 - The Wallis Group
Peter Max Brings New Exhibition to Stone Harbor, NJ Gallery
Legendary artist Peter Max has a rich history of impressive Fourth of July celebrations. This summer, Peter Max visits Ocean Galleries in Stone Harbor, NJ for the holiday weekend with an assortment of his iconic patriotic artwork and newest creations. “Peter Max: A Tribute to America” will be on display Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5 from 10 AM until 10 PM. The artist will make two special appearances at receptions from 7-10 PM on Friday, July 3 and from 1-4 PM on Saturday, July 4. - June 23, 2015 - Ocean Galleries
Ginder Factory Releases New Custom "Pulp Fiction" Posters, Art Prints, and Canvases
Ginder Factory, LLC, a custom wall art licensee for Miramax, LLC, is pleased to announce its new product line featuring select on-set photography from “Pulp Fiction” as custom posters, art prints, and canvases. - June 22, 2015 - Ginder Factory