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Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com: Important Photographic Equipment Including Leica, NASA Items and "9/11" Memorial Camera
iGavel Auctions is pleased to announce the start of their associate seller Everard and Company’s online auction of Important Photographic Equipment from the Estate of Arthur Keir and Other Owners. The auction will take place through October 3rd, 2011 at www.iGavelAuctions.com. - September 16, 2011 - iGavel, Inc.
Ed Weiss Previews The Forgotten History of Staten Island September 17th, 3PM at Snug Harbor
The Forgotten History of Staten Island Artist Talk: 3pm, Saturday, September 17th at Snug Harbor, Staten Island. 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10310, Free admission. Ed Weiss will preview his upcoming work The Forgotten History of Staten Island, a month long celebration of real and imagined historical events. - September 16, 2011 - FHSI
Leanne Venier, Award Winning Visual Artist Presents: Effective Color: Using Light & Color Frequencies in Medicine
International award winning artist, Leanne Venier, will showcase her evocative and vibrant abstract oil paintings in a solo exhibition titled Effective Color: Using Light & Color Frequencies in Medicine. The exhibition scientifically explores the healing effect of color. “Technology is... - September 15, 2011 - Leanne Venier Visual Artist
Serena Lin Bush, Aniden Interactive’s Creative Strategist, Designs “Green” Public Art Installation for Houston
City of Houston Commissions Lin Bush, Along with a Few Other Local Artists, to Promote Green Standards at the Houston Central Permitting Office Building - September 15, 2011 - Aniden Interactive
View Fausto's Beautiful Transformations at Agora Gallery
Fausto is a contemporary artist whose artwork is an expression of color that represents love in relation to woman and the universe, capturing it mystically and metaphorically in abstraction. His vision of life and harmony allows him to paint in a dedicated manner with a full feeling of happiness and freedom. - September 15, 2011 - Agora Gallery
"Lotto Icons {A Global Perspective}" Works by Earl B. Lewis
Exhibit opens Oct. 7, 2011 and runs through Oct. 22, 2011. Special preview with Earl B. Lewis will be held Oct. 6, 2011 for media and special guests. Portion of proceeds benefits local community center. - September 09, 2011 - The Wells Gallery in Historic Charleston
Thomas Deans Fine Art Features Jason Craighead in "4 Painters" Exhibition
Raleigh, NC artist's work helps inaugurate gallery's new location. - September 07, 2011 - Jason Craighead
Newly Unveiled Artwork Captures the Soul of a Diverse Campus
NOVOREALISM founder Alexey Steele brings live experience of community into his new painting commissioned by CSU Dominguez Hills to commemorate the 50th anniversary of one of the most diverse campuses in the nation. - September 06, 2011 - Alexey Steele
Sarah'sINCOGNITO Goes Ballerina on La Brea. The Biggest Ever.
"The Mural On La Brea" is a hand painted mural project in Los Angeles, CA. An image by artist Sarah'sINCOGNITO will grace a 30ft x 80ft outdoor wall at 351 S. La Brea (between 3rd and 4th Streets). This is a neighborhood beautification project directed by LA based artist Sarah'sINCOGNITO,... - September 06, 2011 - Sarah'sINCOGNITO
Abstract Artist Amy Cannady Opens Chicago's Fall Art Season at Gallery KH
Cannady's new exhibition "Poetry in Paint" opens Friday, September 9 at Gallery KH in Chicago. - September 02, 2011 - Gallery KH
Kultur Announces the DVD Release of William Turner: Visions of Color and Light. This DVD Will be Available September 27
Gallery of the Masters Series William Turner: Visions of Color and Light Debuts on DVD September 27 Kultur announces the DVD release of William Turner: Visions of Color and Light. This DVD will be available September 27, 2011. William Turner is one of the most important English painters of the... - September 01, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of Paul Cezanne: The World in an Apple Will be Available on September 27, 2011
Gallery of the Masters Series Paul Cezanne: The World in an Apple Debuts on DVD September 27 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Paul Cezanne: The World in an Apple from our series The Gallery of the Masters. This illuminating program presents an overview of Cezanne’s... - September 01, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Art & Soul of St. Pete Featuring Stu Andrews and Josh Sullivan
The St. Petersburg Museum of History is proud to announce the “Art and Soul: Artist of St. Pete” Exhibit. Throughout the year they will have local artists of multiple mediums presenting their pieces within the museum. Every two months a new artist will be on display. September Artists... - August 28, 2011 - Saint Petersburg Historical Society
E&T Plastics Donates Acrylic Sheet to the “Reflecting the Stars” Art Installation in New York City
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, donated key acrylic components to the “Reflecting the Stars” art installation in New York City. - August 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Local Show Invites Artists Over 40 Worldwide
Challenging the myth that cutting edge art is created only by young artists, a local art group - The Haggus Society - is mounting its first show created by older artists, some from beyond U.S. borders. The three-day show, opening in early October, will be held at Cathi Milligan’s Glass Studio... - August 25, 2011 - Terri Lloyd Company
Sowells Makes Impressive Kennedy Gallery Splash: Multi-Faceted Artist Exhibits Bold Work for August Solo Show
Solo art exhibition featuring vibrant works by artist by Frank Sowells, Jr., founder of Art View Creations, at the Janette Kennedy Gallery through August 18. Artist's reception will be on August 17, 2012, 6:30 -930pm. Location: 1409 S. Lamar Street Dallas, TX 75215. - August 25, 2011 - Art View Creations
Table is Set for a Visual and Culinary Celebration
Michigan AIDS Coalition Announces 2nd Annual DIFFA: Dining by Design Events - August 22, 2011 - Michigan AIDS Coalition
Iconic Marin: Paintings by Bryn Craig at Gallery Bergelli
Exploring and illuminating one of America's most fabled regions, Gallery Bergelli is pleased to present Iconic Marin: Paintings by Bryn Craig. Opening September 23, with the gallery reception from 6-8pm, the exhibition continues through October 19, 2011. - August 21, 2011 - Gallery Bergelli
Abstract Thinking and Glasses Clinking at EAM's Gallery Night
Abstract thinking, glasses clinking, free admission, artist demos, tasty bites and live music combine for Gallery Night, Friday, August 26, 2011, 7-10 p.m. Along with vibrant art displays, twelve participating galleries will also offer complimentary appetizers, drinks, and entertainment. The... - August 19, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
Registration Open for Fall Art Classes at Erie Art Museum
Studio art classes are forming now for the Erie Art Museum’s Fall Semester with registration to begin August 15. Register before September 6 and receive a $10 Early Bird discount on each class. Most classes begin the week of September 12 including a broad range of classes for kids and adults,... - August 19, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
The Colomb Art Gallery, London at the Newcastle Gateshead Art Fair
The Colomb Art Gallery, London and York Fine Arts are proud to announce their participation in this year’s Newcastle Gateshead Art Fair 2011. - August 18, 2011 - Colomb Art
SF Bay Area Non-Profit Trains Museums on Cutting-Edge Imaging Technology
Cultural Heritage Imaging (CHI), a San Francisco-based non-profit, is offering free training in high-tech imaging to local and national museum professionals at a series of workshops throughout the US. Museum staff use the imaging techniques to create beautiful, high-resolution, interactive media... - August 17, 2011 - Cultural Heritage Imaging
Mecca Design and Production Chosen to Build Experiential Courthouse for The Discovery Science Place in Tyler, Texas
Mecca Design and Production, a leading event and trade show exhibit design group, has been chosen to build an interactive courthouse for The Discovery Science Place in Tyler, Texas. The courthouse, sponsored by the Smith County and Texas Bar Foundation, Ron Mabry Architecture and Jacobe Brothers Construction, and in partnership with CASA of East Texas and Children's Advocacy Center of Smith County promises to be the centerpiece of the Hometown U.S.A. experience at the children's museum. - August 11, 2011 - Mecca Design and Production
Home-Tech is Tagging Graffiti in Support of Arts for ACT Fine Art Auction
Home-Tech, an air conditioning and appliance service and sales business headquartered in Fort Myers, is the Tagging Sponsor of Arts for ACT Fine Art Auction, “Graffiti Night.” The gala event will be held on August 6 at the Harborside Event Center in the River District, Downtown Fort... - August 10, 2011 - Home-Tech
Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com: Fine & Decorative Arts Auction
iGavel Auctions associate seller Nye & Company’s auction is now live on www.iGavelAuctions.com through August 17th. The sale includes Fine Art, an assortment of silver, jewelry, furniture, Chinese and collections from local families and estates. - August 10, 2011 - iGavel, Inc.
Red Bedlam Presents: The Debutante Ball
A whiskey and blood soaked multimedia event that will change the Brooklyn music scene forever. - August 06, 2011 - Red Bedlam
Secret Code Exposed in Mona Lisa Still Not Understood by Da Vinci Scholars
Los Angeles Investigator Challenges World's Art Experts with the Mona Lisa Code. - August 01, 2011 - Scott Lund
Vegas Salon de Artiste at World Market Center - Curated by Mycki Manning, Produced by N'Light Entertainment, Presented by Mundo Express Cafe
A selection of artwork by some of Vegas Finest Artists will be on display in a salon style gallery presentation, accompanied by the fine cuisine of Mundo Express Cafe at the World Market Center Event in fabulous Las Vegas, August 1 - 5, 2011. - July 30, 2011 - The Art of Mycki Manning
National Academy Museum and School Reopen with Free Open House Weekend September 16 – 18, 2011
Free Exhibitions of Masterpieces of the 19th through 21st Centuries and Classes in Painting, Drawing and Printmaking Celebrate Vitality of New York’s Most Enduring Visual Arts Institution - July 29, 2011 - National Academy Museum & School of Fine Arts
New York Artist Judith Gwyn Brown Creates Fine Art Portraits of Pets for Charity
Portion of proceeds go to P.A.W.S. of the Vineyard to help island's needy animals. - July 28, 2011 - Judith Gwyn Brown
“Secret Heroes: The Ritchie Boys” Traveling Exhibit Opens at the Holocaust Memorial Center, July 24
The exhibit, “Secret Heroes: The Ritchie Boys,” running through February 5, 2012, focuses on the lives and achievements of a special band of World War II soldiers fighting a psychological war against the Nazis. - July 23, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
MyReviewsNow Introduces the Pencil Portrait Master on Sale Now at a Very Affordable Price
MyReviewsNow in announces new affiliation with the Pencil Portrait Master. The Pencil Portrait Master teaches students in a step-by-step manner how to hone their drawing skills from renown teacher Christopher Sia. - July 20, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Born of Fire: the Pottery of Margaret Tafoya at Erie Art Museum
The first exhibit to be featured in the Erie Art Museum’s newly renovated Customs House will be opening on Friday, June 24. Titled Born of Fire, Pottery of Margaret Tafoya, the exhibit features both utilitarian and decorative pottery created in the traditional Pueblo tradition. The exhibit... - July 15, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
New "On View" at Erie Art Museum
The Erie Art Museum is now home to two new exhibitions, and an Opening Reception will be held for Museum Members and the public Friday, July 22, 7-9 p.m. in the galleries. SculptureX challenges conventional ideas about three dimensional art and expands our own awareness of the spaces we inhabit. - July 15, 2011 - Erie Art Museum
Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com: Summer American & European Antiques Decorations & Fine Art Sale
iGavel Auctions associate seller, Litchfield County Auctions, summer sale’s focus is on American, English and Continental Art and Antiques. - July 13, 2011 - iGavel, Inc.
Park West Gallery Named “The Official Best Art Gallery in Michigan – 2011”
Popular “Official Best Of” travel program highlights Park West Gallery as a top-rated Michigan arts institution. - July 13, 2011 - Park West Gallery
Artist M. Ellen Cocose's Luminosity Exhibition Brings New Landscapes to Gallery KH in Chicago
Opening reception for Cocose set for Friday, July 15th at Gallery KH - July 11, 2011 - Gallery KH
Tampa Web Design Firm Bayshore Solutions Receives Hermes Gold Creative Award for Museum of Science and Industry Website
Bayshore Solutions has been recognized for multiple custom website design awards for the MOSI design that engages guests and equips staff to keep their website up-to-date. - July 10, 2011 - Bayshore Solutions
World Premier of Art by Dano Original Painting Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of Jimi Hendrix Rainbow Bridge Featuring Surf Legend David Nuuhiwa
The Rock and Roll Emporium presents Art by Dano original painting commemorating the 40th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix Rainbow Bridge featuring Surf Legend David Nuuhiwa. Dano and David Nuuhiwa will be on hand to sign prints of the piece at the Rainbow Bridge Release Party August 5th from 7p-9p at Tuna Town, 221 Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA 92648. - July 08, 2011 - The Rock and Roll Emporium
Nashville Church of Scientology Says: It’s All About the Art
Highly acclaimed sports artist Robert Blehert traveled from Seattle, WA to Nashville, TN with a set purpose: helping other artists in their craft. - July 08, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
3D Virtual Art Fair Announced
3D virtual gallery innovator exhibbit.com today launches its Virtual Art Fair development platform, promising Art Fair organizers and exhibitors a breakthrough online experience never before seen. "We've spent seven years developing our 3D virtual gallery spaces into a stable, scalable and... - July 08, 2011 - exhibbit.com
Rubi Assa’s Oil Paintings Explore What Lies Below the Surface
Rubi Assa is a contemporary artist who is influenced both by the calm environment of his youth, when he was surrounded by the greenery of the country, and by his later experiences, which were extremely varied. - July 08, 2011 - Agora Gallery
Not Just Craft on CraftMe.co: New Zealand Artist is Listing Artwork Valued at Total of 100,000 NZD
CraftMe proudly announces the showcasing of distinguished New Zealand artist Daryl Lex Price’s artwork on their website. The inclusion of not only crafts people but also artists is an exciting step forward for this dynamic emerging company which aims to be the leading arts and crafts market... - July 05, 2011 - CraftMe.co. Ltd
Young Artists & Aprons Summer Camp Debuts in Irvine
The House of Balsamic, in collaboration with the Laguna College of Art + Design, introduces a unique summer camp series for youngsters and their parents/or guardians Mondays and Thursdays beginning June 27 through August 29. LCAD Experienced Art Students Mentor Young Artists Artists: The young... - July 01, 2011 - House of Balsamic
MU'factory Wins the 1st Prize at the International Competition “A' Design Award” 2011
MU'factory studio wins the 1st place in the international competition "A' Design Award,” winning the Platinum in "Art, Crafts and Design Ready-Made" category. - July 01, 2011 - MU'factory
Holocaust Memorial Center’s Stephen M. Goldman Among Contributing Authors for Book on Museums
“The Radical Museum: Democracy, Dialogue & Debate” features an international collaboration of 14 highly-respected museum leaders on why contemporary museums should break free from traditional constraints to become dynamic agents of social change. - June 29, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Summer Art Exhibition in London
Summer Exhibition 2011: Now on at The Colomb Art Gallery, London. - June 29, 2011 - Colomb Art
"Miss Danger on the Loose" Debuts All‐Female Street Art at LAB ART Los Angeles
"Miss Danger on the Loose" presents approximately 50 paintings, photographs and installation pieces, showcasing an all-female street exhibition at LAB ART Los Angeles. The exhibition is open for viewing beginning July 15, 2011 through August 18. - June 25, 2011 - LAB ART Los Angeles
MyReviewsNow & The Franklin Mint Introduce the New Kate Middleton Collector Doll
For over forty years, the Franklin Mint has created some of the finest collectible items available. MyReviewsNow is proud to be a new affiliate of this company. A Company of Treasures The Franklin Mint is recognized worldwide for its breathtaking collectibles. Ranging from commemorative coins to... - June 19, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Ex-Weezer Bassist, Mikey Welsh, Showing Art at The Slingluff Gallery in July
The Slingluff Gallery presents new paintings by Ex-Weezer Bassist, Mikey Welsh opening July 2, 2011 from 6-9p. Self-taught and influenced by playing in bands his entire adult life, Mikey Welsh started painting with his hands which unconsciously lead to getting that aggressive and immediate feeling he had while playing. For him, this is a necessity. Plus, fans can enter for a chance to have a private BBQ with Mikey and win one of his paintings. - June 15, 2011 - The Slingluff Gallery