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Kushlani Jayasinha: Art is My Journal
Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Sri Lankan artist, Kushlani Jayasinha in Degrees of Abstraction. - July 25, 2012 - Agora Gallery
Gnani Arts Pte Ltd Presents a Very Special Exhibition The Asian Prom: Dances of Asia in Visual Art Featuring International Artists
This exhibition will feature elucidating paintings depicting various dance forms of Asia, by 6 accomplished artists who hail from France, Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and India. - July 22, 2012 - The Gallery of Gnani Arts
Now You Can Own the House Built for Donald Trump
World-renowned artist Cimon has made available for purchase the sculpture titled The Trump House, which is a piece originally commissioned as a gift for Donald Trump®. How would Donald Trump redecorate the White House if he had run for the presidency, and won? That is the question Cimon asked... - July 19, 2012 - Cimon Art
ART, MUSIC, SUCCESS: An Art Exhibition and Auction Featuring Notable Contemporary Artists
Ascend Global Projects, Anonymous Gallery, and New York City's creative community are honored to present ART, MUSIC, SUCCESS. - July 19, 2012 - Anonymous Gallery
Emily Stedman - Watercolor Paintings - "Relationships Undressed" - M55 ART
Figurative paintings exploring the physical and emotional relationships between people is the theme of Emily Stedman’s first solo show at M55 Art in Long Island City, Queens, New York. - July 16, 2012 - M55 Art
Renowned Artist Christopher B. Mooney Explores “New Figurative Works” at Gallery 114
In his first solo show at Gallery 114, Christopher B. Mooney will present his newest works from his “Figurative Works: Explorations Into Human Connections” series: explorations into the human connections that fill us with hope, joy and celebration in times of uncertainty, fear and doubt. - July 15, 2012 - Christopher B. Mooney
Community Art Project Captures Bay Culture at July 28 Chesapeake Folk Festival
“Stepping Out of the Boat” is the theme of a special community art project highlighting the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s (CBMM) July 28 Chesapeake Folk Festival in St. Michaels, MD. The hands-on sculpture project is partially sponsored by the Talbot County Arts Council, with... - July 15, 2012 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Watch the Life Stories of Brian Sewell: Web of Stories Hosts Brand New Recordings of Britain’s Most Famous and Controversial Art Critic
Described as "Britain’s most famous and controversial art critic," Brian Sewell is as well known for his acerbic wit and scathing critiques as those whose work he reviews. Discover more about his life by watching his truly insightful video stories, told in his own unique style, at Web of Stories. - July 14, 2012 - Web of Stories Ltd
Art in the Zoo by Artists in the Park
Art in the Zoo by Artists in the Park (AIP). At Trailside Museums and Zoo - Children of all ages can sculpt clay, paint and draw in the beautiful and inspirational setting of Trailside. Saturday, July 28, 2012 (rain date July 29) - Beginning at 11:00 a.m. - July 12, 2012 - Artists in the Parks
Official Launch of Local Tourism Website
Austin man officially launches website (2TourAustin.net) this week in hopes of being a sort of "Ambassador" for Austin tourism. In the end, Surbaugh says he hopes the site will provide a singular online location to find everything Austin has to offer local residents as well as tourists. Ultimately, he hopes he will be somewhat an ambassador, promoting Austin, as the greatest city around. In his words, “Austin has a lot to see and both citizens and visitors alike should know it.” - July 11, 2012 - Surbaugh Holdings
PAC's Nicole Mouracade Commissioned to Create Art for the Museu De Arte De Sao Paulo Metro
Pharand Art Contemporary artist Nicole Mouracade is set to create a public installation of over 5000 pieces of her trademark barrels for the Trianon-MASP subway, to be launched at the 30th Bienal de São Paulo in September 2012. - July 08, 2012 - Pharand Art
Lakeside Pottery - Award Winner Best of Stamford, Fairfield County, CT and Westchester, NY - 2012
Lakeside Pottery Ceramic School and Studio in Stamford CT named award winner in Serendipity Magazines 2012 "Best Of Everything" Collector's Edition and in Moffly Media 2012 Stamford Magazine "The Best of Stamford, Connecticut" family / art category. - July 07, 2012 - Lakeside Pottery Studio
WIM, LLC Acquires Metal Art Studio
Popular modern/metal art dealers WIM, LLC acquired www.MetalArtStudio.com domain. - July 06, 2012 - WIM, LLC
Shannon & Wilson Rocks on LA's "Levitated Mass" Art Project
There has been quite the buzz about Michael Heizer’s Levitated Mass sculpture now open at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The exhibit’s centerpiece, a 340-ton, two-story-tall granitic rock, is supported above a subterranean ramp at the La Brea Tar Pits. The rock’s... - July 05, 2012 - Shannon & Wilson, Inc.
overstockArt.com Announces Debut of New Collection of Artwork from Famous American Artists
New Gallery of Artwork Highlights Great American Artists Including William Bradford, Mary Cassatt, Winslow Homer, Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, and More - July 05, 2012 - overstockArt.com
LET GO: Moment in Movement by James Starkman Captures Soaring Parkour Artists Mid-Flight
Serendipitous photographic journey of James Starkman as he followed a group of Parkour practitioners (known as traceurs) training in various urban environments in and around New York City. - July 04, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Museumpublicity.com Passes 10,000 Article Mark
Museum Publicity, an online internet news resource, has now published over 10,000 press releases and news articles featuring museum and art gallery news. - July 04, 2012 - Museum Publicity
VIP Customer Appreciation Website Page is Popular with Art Collectors
Arizona Artist, Lindy Gaskill, Announces a New VIP Art Collectors Program - June 29, 2012 - Art by Lindy
Environmental Artist Sonja Weber Gilkey to Exhibit at the Penobscot Marine Museum
CleanWave Group client Sonja Weber Gilkey to exhibit at the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport, Maine on August 3- 24, 2012. - June 29, 2012 - CleanWave Group
Daniel Maltzman Combines Glamour with Abstract Vibes in New Gerhard Richter Inspired Artworks at Artspace Warehouse Gallery Los Angeles
Currently showing his energetic artworks at Artspace Warehouse, Daniel Maltzman's artistic influences are rooted in his Los Angeles upbringing and celebrity surroundings. - June 28, 2012 - Artspace Warehouse
Nonni's Corner Trattoria Unveils Public Outdoor Mural
Nonni’s Corner Trattoria will unveil an enchanting public outdoor mural created by Andrew Hazelton on Thursday, June 28, 2012, at 4pm. The life size mural is mounted on the corner of S. Broad St. and College Ave. The public is invited to attend. - June 26, 2012 - Nonni's Corner Trattoria
New Works by Korean Landscape Artist J. (Jeong) Morgan
After a 6 month trip to Thailand, J. Morgan has created a large body of artwork - using a newer color scheme - drawing inspiration from a new environment. This traditional landscape painter and National Artist is being represented by J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art with a collection of 14 new paintings on canvas. - June 22, 2012 - J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art
Fort Lauderdale's J.E.W for Art J.E.W Media Showcasing Art by Artist/Filmmaker J. Vinazza
In the upcoming North Beach Art Walk, a new design entity will open its doors for the sake of Art and Hip Hop. South Florida designer Joey Wiener and his company J.E.W Media (his initials ironically reflecting his proud heritage) are set to showcase art by Surreal Urban Artist J.Vinazza. They met... - June 21, 2012 - Underlab Studios
Delray CRA Funds New Public Art Feature for West Atlantic Plaza; Dedication Ceremony Set for June 27
A dedication ceremony for a new public art feature at the West Atlantic Plaza is set for Wed., June 27, 6pm. The 12-foot sculpture, funded by the Delray Beach CRA, honors the city's early African American settlers. - June 21, 2012 - Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
Yorktown University Offers Free Online Lecture "Why Study the History of Art?"
A free online lecture on “Why Study the History of Art?” is being offered as a public service by Yorktown University, a Denver, Colorado-based accredited Internet university rooted in the philosophy of limited government of the Founding Fathers, the Judaeo-Christian tradition and... - June 20, 2012 - Yorktown University
Art Class in Singapore at The Gallery of Gnani Arts (Step-by-Step Guidance)
Oil Painting Classes at Orchard by artist P. Gnana. Suitable for beginners. Step-by-step guidance. - June 20, 2012 - The Gallery of Gnani Arts
Gary Dobry at Packer Schopf Gallery Thru July 7, 2012: New Work with Brenda Venus (Life After Henry Miller and Ed Paschke)
Gary Dobry's most recent work with writer/actress/film-maker Brenda Venus is exhibiting at the Packer Schopf Gallery in Chicago, Illinois thru July 7, 2012. - June 18, 2012 - The School of Hard Knocks
Smithsonian’s Archives of American Art to Use Guide by Cell’s Cell Phone Audio Tour Service for "Six Degrees of Peggy Bacon" Exhibition
Guide by Cell Inc., a leader in providing mobile solutions to cultural institutions, is providing its cell phone tour audio service to the Smithsonian’s Archives of American Art for the upcoming “Six Degrees of Peggy Bacon” exhibition in the Lawrence A. Fleischman Gallery in the... - June 16, 2012 - Give by Cell
Charles Fazzino’s 3D Pop Art Gallery Becomes Virtual Pop Art; Exhibbit with High Resolution Pictures and Art Images
Virtual 3D gallery is added to Charles Fazzino’s 3D pop art website. Developed EXHIBBIT, the online 3D art gallery revolutionizes the way three-dimensional artwork is displayed with high resolution art images. - June 16, 2012 - 3d Pop Artist Charles Fazzino
Wall Art Deco Has Taken on the Challenge of Going Mobile to Augment Its Online Presence
Based on the belief that technology is not so overwhelming if you use it to overcome technology, Wall Art Deco has overcome the challenge of going mobile. - June 14, 2012 - Wall Art Deco
Coral Gables Museum's Summer Exhibit to Feature Miami Photographer Jonathan Brooks
South Florida-based Photographer/Visual Artist Jonathan Brooks to Exhibit at Coral Gables Museum's Capture Coral Gables - June 13, 2012 - Jonathan Brooks
The Everett Collection Proudly Announces U.S. Representation of Mondadori
The Everett Collection proudly announces U.S. representation of Mondadori, a prestigious Italian collection of unique photos. - June 12, 2012 - Everett Collection
Justus Cotterill Exhibit on Display at Erie Art Museum
The Erie Art Museum announces a new exhibit, Justus Cotterill: The Sway, on view June 1 through September 1, 2012 in the Ronald E. Holstein Gallery. The show centers on the artist’s depictions of young adulthood which, in his words are, “all about staying young for as long as you... - June 10, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
"Art Based on Photography" Exhibition by "art place berlin" – Forum for Contemporary Art
For the first time in context of a joint exhibition: M. A. Russ (Germany / USA, *1945), J. J. Dittloff (Germany / Poland, *1951), W. Quilliam (Australia, * 1963) - The exhibition presents artworks by three reputable international artists who use photography in their artistic creativity in very different ways as a basic technique. - Until July 7th, 2012 - June 09, 2012 - art place berlin - forum for contemporary art
Arts & Crafts at The Gables Farm
Tuesday, June 5 saw a fun-filled day at The Gables Farm in the village of Torworth near Retford. Daniel and Rebekah Torridon opened up their farm house and surrounding grounds to the public for a special Arts & Crafts day where local artists and photographers were invited to exhibit their work. - June 08, 2012 - Daniel Torridon Ltd
World Oceans Day Media Advisory: OceanElders, WildAid and theBlu to Host Global Online Celebration
What: OceanElders, WildAid, and theBlu.com are holding a global online celebration at theblu.com, in honor of World Oceans Day, June 8, 2012. Entitled, "If You Love The Ocean, Download It!" Interested parties are encouraged to start registering immediately to ensure best interaction with... - June 08, 2012 - The Blu
VISIBLE FORCE: Explosive-Formed Investigations Through Process and Steel by Rodrigo Nava at Yellow Peril Gallery
Nava's Explosive-Formed Investigations through Process and Steel turns our common read of steel into one quite foreign. - June 08, 2012 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Announcing Service “Treasure Hunter Yui” from TalesofYui.com
The Iyo Yuinoh Center, an Osaka-based wholesaler of traditional Japanese crafts and other products used in the ancient Japanese Yuinoh engagement ceremony, announces its English website TalesofYui.com to make its catalog of 12,000+ crafts available to collectors around the world. The site is produced and operated by Tokyo-based partner Macha Latte Media, and seeks to make its catalog available to collectors around the world preserving the arts and techniques handed down through the centuries. - June 02, 2012 - Matcha Latte Media
Israeli Artist Atar Geva Named Online Art Community Artist Become’s June Artist of the Month
Geva is One of More Than 500 Independent Artists from Around the World Featured on Artist Become - June 02, 2012 - overstockArt.com
Contemporary Argentine Artists Levan Mindiashvili and Christrian Tonhaiser Show Their Art Works at BOS12 "Crossing the Boundaries," at Bushwick Open Studios
Contemporary Argentine Artists levan Mindiashvili and Christian Tonhaiser show their art works at BOS12 "Crossing The Boundaries" at Bushwick Open Studios, Williamsburg, NY, June 2nd and 3rd. - June 02, 2012 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
Abstract: a Group Show Opens June 1, 2012 at Gallery KH
Colorful abstract works take over Gallery KH for the opening of the Summer gallery season in Chicago. - May 31, 2012 - Gallery KH
PAC’s Louise Pharand to Return as Judge at PAFI© in Geneva 16 to 19 October 2012
The Park Art Fair International taking place in Switzerland this Fall welcomes Canadian art advisor Louise Pharand for the second time on the jury of its four-day global event that draws each year artists of every caliber, in a guerrilla artfare setting in the acclaimed historical city of... - May 30, 2012 - Pharand Art
Erie Art Museum to Participate in Blue Star Museums
EAM is one of more than 1,500 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, and the Department of Defense. - May 27, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
Gallery Night: It’s Like Speed Dating for Art Lovers
Explore Erie’s vibrant arts scene at Gallery Night, scheduled for Friday, June 15 from 7:00 until 10:00 p.m., Erie’s after-hours celebration of art and culture. The Erie Art Museum and eleven independent galleries open their doors after hours for visitors to explore the city’s... - May 27, 2012 - Erie Art Museum
New Art Exhibition, Layered Works Opening June 2, 2012 at Artspace Warehouse Los Angeles with an Artist Reception 5-8 P.M.
The artists' works on display in this nicely balanced, cohesive exhibition embrace the layering of images and materials in artworks. The exhibition focuses on the complexity and synthesis of layered works by artists Hilary Bond, Kati Elm, Paul Kirley and Raul de la Torre. - May 25, 2012 - Artspace Warehouse
Brian D. Wiltshire Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who Publication
Brian D. Wiltshire, of Saint Petersburg, Florida, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Fine Art. About Brian D. Wiltshire Mr. Wiltshire is Managing Partner at Discover Original Art, LLC, on online art... - May 24, 2012 - Global Directory of Who's Who
Chesapeake Folk Festival Celebrates Bay’s Hidden Treasures This July 28
Come to St. Michaels on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and discover the Chesapeake’s hidden gems from 10am to 5pm on Saturday, July 28 at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s (CBMM) 5th Annual Chesapeake Folk Festival. This celebration of the Bay’s people, arts, work, and bounty... - May 24, 2012 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Berkeleys Launches Heritage Property Exhibition in Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset
Berkeleys has unveiled a local heritage exhibition in recognition of 21 years of property sales in Canford Cliffs Village, Poole. The opening occasion was attended by Her Worshipful the Mayor of Poole, Councillor Mrs. Carol Evans, The Rt Hon. Robert Syms, MP and Councillor Mrs. May Haines, Canford Cliffs Ward and guests. - May 23, 2012 - Berkeleys
Prestigious Wendt Gallery Welcomes New Artist
Exhibition Inspired by Jill Lena Ford's Trip to High Himalaya Planned - May 19, 2012 - Wendt Gallery
Bob Dylan's Unique Basement Tapes Jacket to Auction
The jacket worn by Bob Dylan on the cover of The Basement Tapes album will go to auction in May. - May 17, 2012 - Paul Fraser Collectibles