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Twelve Galleries, One Night
Gallery Night, which is organized by the Erie Art Museum, features free public touring of 12 local galleries and gallery activities, on Friday June 13, 2008 from 7 to 10 p.m. Galleries that will be participating are Accents By The Bay, Allen Stoneware Gallery, Artworks Gallery and Clayspace... - May 22, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Prestigious Art Gallery Launches It’s Website
Prestigious Art Gallery is a wood sculpting based gallery. The company was started to showcase the beautiful art sculptures of an award winning artist, Ruford Douglas. - May 21, 2008 - Prestigious Art Gallery
Original Oil Paintings "Set the Stage" in Boston's Real Estate Market
Home stager hangs her own artwork to create a desired environment and entice potential buyers. - May 19, 2008 - DaVinci Designer Gallery
European Painters Exhibition
A selection of European artists representing three countries is now on display at The Colomb Art Gallery. - May 18, 2008 - Colomb Art
When Trees Dream, New Work by Brian Pardini Opens at Erie Art Museum
The Erie Art Museum opened When Trees Dream, new work by Brian Pardini in the Museum’s Annex Gallery, 423 State Street on Monday, May 5, 2008 and is on view to the public through July 5, 2008. A public reception is scheduled for Friday, May 16 from 6-9 p.m. and then again during Gallery... - May 17, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
ISM: to Celebrate the "Best in Show"
This event is a friendly art competition that will allow student artists to show their art work. This art show will give local students a chance to see what a professional gallery experience is all about. - May 17, 2008 - ISM
Colliers Sponsors Acclaimed International Artist in Belgrade
Colliers International Serbia is sponsoring Maria Dubin, an internationally-acclaimed artist, in her live painting display in Belgrade. - May 17, 2008 - Colliers International Southeast Europe
New Arts Documentary Series: The Russian Avant-Garde "Revolution or Renaissance" - Copernicus Films
The producer and director Michael Craig of Copernicus Films discovers inspiration in the pioneers of the Russian Avant-garde of the 1920s and 30s. - May 16, 2008 - Copernicus Films
Join Miss World Tatana Kucharova, Tomas Bata and Many Other Distinguished Guests and Models in Czech Spring Gala Celebration of One-of-a-Kind Travel Exhibition ZliNY
On May 20th, the Czech Center New York will host a spring gala at the Museum of Arts and Design to celebrate the travel exhibition “ZliNY” and to honor Tomas Bata,91, the son of Zlin's founder, philanthropist and Chairman of the Bata Shoe Company. Zlin in New York is the most... - May 16, 2008 - Czech Center New York
Veramar Naval Products
Veramar Naval Products – Better Website, More Prints. - May 15, 2008 - Besprout Marketing
Daniel Cooney Fine Art Kicks Off Its Spring Photography Auction at iGavel.com
Highlighting the Auction, a 1999 photograph of Brad Pitt by Steven Klein. - May 14, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.
iGavel’s Asian, Ancient and Ethnographic Art Auction Soars Past Estimates
Rare Zitan and Hardwood Pedestal Desk Tops Highlights, Sells for $288,000. - May 14, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.
Michael Leen Paintings Make Permanent Debut at New Trump Tower in New York
Manhattan based Contempo Gallery sold a Michael Leen triptych oil painting totaling over 15ft wide x 9ft tall to the Trump organization. The artwork is now permanently installed in the lobby of the new luxury Trump Tower at City Center located in White Plains New York. - May 11, 2008 - Contempo Gallery
Amanda Williams Receives 40 Under 40 Leadership Award from Triangle Business Journal
Amanda Williams, chief of staff for First Lady Mary Easley and artist/owner of Amanda Williams Designs, was named by Triangle Business Journal as a 2008 40 Under 40 Leadership Award winner. The 40 Under 40 awards program recognizes the Triangle's most influential and highly accomplished young... - May 09, 2008 - Amanda Williams Designs
Maverick San Francisco Art Agency Camorra Fine Art Presents "Visions from the Pen(itentiary):" New Work by Death Row Artist William Noguera
Newly established San Francisco Agency Camorra Fine Art specializes in the contemporary and controversial. The flagship exhibition at Braunstein/Quay Gallery introduces the sensational life & work of William Noguera, inmate & artist on San Quentin's Death Row. Opening Reception Thursday May 22nd (5:30-8pm) through June 21st. - May 08, 2008 - Camorra Fine Art
DNA-DX Launches "Genetic Art: the Most Exclusive Art Form"
Found a revolutionary way to display the human genome through stunning art pieces aptly titled 'GenePortraits'. - May 08, 2008 - Eastern Biotech & Life Sciences FZ-LLC
Mom Coach Explains, "The Silent War of Motherhood"
Mia Redrick, author of Time for mom-ME: 5 Essential Strategies for A Mother's Self-Care, teaches mothers that self-care is not negotiable but necessary to be the best you, as well as the best parent. - May 06, 2008 - Finding Definitions,LLC
Celebrated Artist Joe Lasker Presents His First One-Man Connecticut Show
Joe Lasker, National Academy, American Artist will be presenting his first one-man show in Connecticut on May 31st from noon to 5 p.m in Norwalk, CT. After 14 one-man shows in NYC, this is a first – exhibiting his art to his hometown audience in Village Creek, the inspiration of so many of his famous works. - May 06, 2008 - Joe Lasker, National Academy, American Artist
Monet's Palate Seeks to Help Organization Claude Monet
Monet's Palate joins forces to help support Organization Claude Monet. - May 06, 2008 - AFB Productions Inc
Circa Savannah Acquires Rare Collection of Golf Autographs and Signed Memorabilia
Tiger Woods won his twelfth major in 2006 at the PGA Championship at Medinah. Today, Circa Savannah now displays the 88th PGA Championship flag signed by the winner (Tiger Woods) and over 40 other participants. - May 03, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Circa Savannah Acquires Rare Collection of Georgia Historical Documents
King George II in 1732, by granting a charter to James Oglethorpe, the King created the Province of Georgia in British North America, which was named after him. Two hundred and seventy-six years later, Circa Savannah is proud to have original signed documents from the King whom the state is named after. - May 03, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Introspection Sculptures, Paintings and Installation by A.V. Ilango
“Introspection” features his iconic portrayal of the bull. The bull will not only be on his canvases, but also on metal and stone sculptures as well. This exhibition is a reference to the nature of the artist’s engagement with a specific subject that is embedded in the mass consciousness of the people of South Asia. - May 02, 2008 - Tamarind Art
Ruggiero & Associates’ Spring Online Auction Screams past Estimates On iGavel.com
Painted tobacco Indian figure highlights Auction, selling for $169,000. - May 02, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.
Band of Horses Song Featured in Charleston International Film Festival Documentary "Mundaka" Producer/Director Also Filmed Rock Group’s Next Music Video
When independent film and video producer/director Jarrod Tallman was looking for the quintessential song to close his surf documentary “Mundaka,” he had only to look as far as beloved local rock group Band of Horses. The third track on their 2006 album “Everything All The... - April 30, 2008 - Jarrod Tallman
Monet's Palate - Claude Monet
Claude Monet had two passions art and food and both meet at Monet's Palate - April 29, 2008 - AFB Productions Inc
Salon Moxie Hosts "Pick Flowers, Not Fights"
“Pick Flowers, Not Fights,” a collection of mixed-media works by emerging Raleigh artist Jennifer Machuca, will be on display in Salon Moxie from May 1 until June 30 as part of the North Raleigh hair salon’s on-going revolving art exhibits. Machuca studied art at Louisburg... - April 27, 2008 - Salon Moxie
Artist Author Publishes Marketing Tips for Emerging Artists
This new handbook contains a wealth of helpful artist marketing tips. Artist/Author Kelli Swan covers traditional marketing methods such as art festivals and gallery shows along with modern e-commerce approaches to selling artwork like websites and online auctions. Packed full of helpful information, this book is sure to inspire any artist ready to take the plunge into “earned income” from his or her own creations. It is published by Cygnet Graphics Ltd which is owned and operated by Kelli Swan. - April 27, 2008 - Cygnet Graphics Ltd
May 2008 Philadelphia First Friday **Gala Opening Reception** Featuring Original Artwork by FitzGibbon, The Ebullient Butterfly
First Friday Gallery Walk after party featuring artwork by up and coming artist Nicole FitzGibbon on May 2, 2008. - April 26, 2008 - Nicole Kristiana Studio
BBC Film Network and depo consulting Launch Second Life Cinema
New virtual cinema to showcase independent British filmmakers to a global audience. - April 23, 2008 - depo consulting ltd
Second Life - Monogram Virtua Brings Together Art and Jewelry Aficionados from Around the Globe in Cyber Space
April 19 - 20 Monogram Virtua Entertainment is proud to Sponsor the First Annual Second Life Art Exhibit & Jewelry Show at their Virtual Convention Center and Big Top Tent. - April 18, 2008 - Monogram Virtua
Cara Tomlinson and Sean Regan Continue Creative Bridges
“Creative Collaboration: Deepening the Conversation” video, photos and transcript available online. - April 18, 2008 - Quango Incorporated
Interested in Performing This Summer?
The Erie Art Museum offers their front steps to performing buskers/strolling entertainers this summer as a part of the Erie Art Museum’s Mid-Day Art Break beginning Wednesday, June 4, 2008. The Erie Art Museum is open for free on Wednesdays and Mid-Day Art Break tours, guided by Museum staff... - April 18, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Summer Fun with Art at the Erie Art Museum
Imagination will soar this summer at the Erie Art Museum where kids of all ages will spend time in the Erie Art Museum’s galleries, learn from teaching artists and make lots of art through a variety of summer programs geared for kids of all ages. “We are offering a variety of... - April 18, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Natureworks LLC Marks the Fourth Ingeo™ Earth Month with the Launch of the Ingeo™ Earth Month Creative Gallery Titled "Fantastic Natural Plastic" on Earth Day, April 22
A journey from today's reality of mass consumption and its environmental impact through a pop-up sustainable installation and designs by Chris Jordan and Bryan Robert Hamecs, eco-fashion preview by established designers, and a round-table panel on "How Responsible Innovation Comes to Everyday Life." - April 17, 2008 - Ingeo Earth Month
Renowned Photographer Michael Dorman Presents "Low" a One Night Only Art Show in Hollywood, CA
Renowned photographer Michael Dorman in association with Cherry Martini, presents "Low", a one-night only art show on Melrose in the heart of Hollywood, June 14th, 2008, 6:00pm - 12:00am. - April 17, 2008 - Michael Dorman Studios
Painting Bluegrass: Artist to Paint the Bands During "Kickin' Back at the Vineyard"
Goldsboro artist Brenda Behr has a thing about bluegrass bands. She likes to create paintings of them – while they’re playing. And that’s what she’s going to do with recording artists Kickin’ Grass when the band headlines “Kickin’ Back at the... - April 16, 2008 - RHA Howell Care Centers
Recently Discovered American Manuscripts to be Auctioned on iGavel.com
Featuring Letters written by America’s First Feminist, Frances Wright - Fine Art and Antiques from Estates and Various Owners Auction to close April 24th. - April 16, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.
Bernard Noble Sculpture Foundation Selects Colletta Di Castelbianco in Liguria Italy Which is Exclusively Promoted by Realitalia Ltd. to Establish Sculpture Park
The Bernard Noble Sculpture Foundation Has Chosen Colletta Di Castelbianco in Italy to Establish a Sculpture Park. A beautiful award-winning, restoration of a 13th century hilltop village between Genoa and Nice. One of first high speed e-villages in Europe with business centre. 20 mins from the... - April 15, 2008 - Realitalia
The Gallery at 764 West Hosts Sue Gansle - Art Show "Figuratively Speaking"
New Braunfels, Texas (www.764west.com/pages/goingon.html) April 18, 2008 - The Gallery at 764 West Hosts “Figuratively Speaking” a solo art exhibition for Sue Gansle, opening on April 18 and running through May 18. - April 11, 2008 - 764 West Art Gallery
Visions Art Presents Works by Antonio Puri
Visions Art presents Recent Paintings by Antonio Puri. As ‘Artist of the month - April 2008.’ - April 07, 2008 - Visions Art
King Louis XVI Signed Document Becomes Available for Purchase at Circa Savannah
Louis XVI, king of France, arrived in the wrong historical place at the wrong time and soon found himself overwhelmed by events beyond his control. - April 05, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Rare Amelia Earhart Signed Photo for Sale by Circa Savannah, LLC
The letter from Jean Teal, Amelia Earhart personal assistant, on March 7, 1935, on Amelia Earhart personal letterhead, referencing the autographed photo of Amelia Earhart to a fan. - April 04, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
MJSA Eager to Help Jewelry Designers Succeed in the Business of Bling
Designers and artisans can now gain entry to MJSA’s EXPO NY and take advantage of the jewelry manufacturing industry’s annual trade show--April 13-15, 2008 at the Jacob K. Javitz Convention Center, NYC. - April 03, 2008 - Manufacturing Jewelers & Suppliers of America
Erie Art Museum Presents Henna Body Art Workshop
The Erie Art Museum will offer a henna body art workshop on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 1-4 p.m. at the Erie Art Museum Annex, 20 East 5th Street. “We are so excited to offer the public an opportunity to learn about this ancient temporary tattoo tradition. Erie’s best henna... - April 03, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum: Kids Learn from Teaching Artists
The Erie Art Museum’s First Fridays program for preschool kids ages 3 to 6 is slated for Friday, April 4, 10-11 a.m. at the Erie Art Museum, 411 State Street with activities inspired from the Museum’s Ancient Alloy: Bronzes from the Collection exhibit. First Fridays is a special... - April 03, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Rare "Gone with the Wind" Letters to be Sold
An important collection of Gone With the Wind letters and memorabilia are now being displayed at Circa Savannah an will be sold to interested parties. - April 01, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Original Johnny Mercer Music Contracts for Sale at Circa Savannah
An important collection of one of America's favorite lyricist, vocalist, and composer who contributed to many Broadway musical productions and Hollywood films is available for purchase as Circa Savannah. - April 01, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Gandhi: The Legacy
Tamarind Arts Council is delighted to announce “Gandhi: The Legacy”, a must-see photographic exhibition that captures an enduring view of Gandhi’s true legacy. Some of the featured photos include iconic images of Gandhi, key events from his life along with rarely seen family portraits. - March 31, 2008 - Tamarind Art
Garden of Eden Blooms on Vasaribooks Website
It is always springtime in the garden of the great botanical illustrators. - March 30, 2008 - vasari gallery
Litchfield County Auctions Holds Highly Anticipated Modern Art and Design Auction on iGavel.com
Highlights Include Works by Marc Chagall, Paul Jenkins, and Art Owned by Diane Sawyer. Closing April 9th on iGavel.com. - March 30, 2008 - iGavel, Inc.