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Worcestershire Based Sally Peters of "Petraits By Peters" Brings Pets to the Canvas with Her New Pet Portraits Service
Just by using a photo of pet, this talented artist can bring pet to life in a whole new way, with her amazing art work bringing joy to many homes and households, families and pet owners across the county, with glowing testimonials from clients who have used her services. A petrait (... - March 21, 2010 - Petraits By Peters
Austin Art Space Announces Call to Artists for 2nd Annual "What Texas Means to Me" Awards Show
Austin Art Space Gallery and Studios officially opened submissions for the 2nd Annual ‘What Texas Means to Me’ Juried Awards Show. The entry deadline is June 1 for the exhibit that runs July 2 – August 28, 2010. - March 19, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Vintage and Collectible Antique Map Market Regaining Strength
The collectible antique map market, briefly stalled by the global economic crisis, is roaring back. Vintage map demand and excitement are rising again for collectors old and new, according to Miklian Antiquarian Maps. - March 17, 2010 - Miklian Antiquarian Maps
Watercolor Exhibit Scheduled for El Dorado Nature Center
Long Beach watercolor artist will exhibit at El Dorado Nature Center throughout the month of June. All of her watercolors for sale are original artwork -- prints may be ordered. Subject matter includes landscapes, florals and animals. - March 15, 2010 - Watercolors For Sale Online
Keil's Antiques Receives Exciting Collection of François Linke Furniture
François Linke (1855-1946), born in Pankraz, Bohemia, is considered by many as the greatest Parisian cabinetmaker of his day, at a time when the worldwide influence of French fashion was at its height. The ancien régime has always been the greatest source of inspiration for artistic... - March 14, 2010 - Keil's Antiques, Inc.
Creiger Group Art Consultants Launches Their New Blog to Help Introduce Artists to: Ten Proven Strategies for Promoting Art on the Internet by Joyce Creiger
Joyce Creiger has been working with artists for over 37 years to introduce their work to designers, architects, private collectors, corporate art consultants, corporate art curators, hospitals, hotels, museums and galleries. In this blog she hopes to give additional insights to artists looking to help promote their own work. In this economy, it is essential that an artist keep their name in front of all of these individuals using whatever methods are available. - March 12, 2010 - Creiger Group Art Consultants
Fine Art from iGavel Associates, Estates and Other Owners, Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com Until March 23rd, 2010
iGavel Auctions is pleased to present their online auction of ‘Fine Art from iGavel Associates, Estates and Other Owners.’ The auction will take place through March 23rd at iGavelAuctions.com. - March 12, 2010 - iGavel, Inc.
Tips for Buying (and Living with) Antiques from Keil's Antiques, a Third-Generation Antiques Dealer
Buying antiques can be an intimidating and challenging task. “The City That Care Forgot,” as New Orleans is often called, is one of the best hunting grounds for antiques in the world. Not surprisingly, shoppers there can expect a healthy portion of Southern hospitality along with first-rate expertise to make the antiques shopping experience delightful and educational. - March 11, 2010 - Keil's Antiques, Inc.
The Gallery at 764 West, Casa del Parque Gallery, and The Windmill Restaurant Hosts Scott Jarisch & Jean Longone - “Partners in Art”
Scott Jarisch and Jean Longone join together in the exhibition, “Partners in Art” at The Gallery at 764 West, which includes collaborations and individual works in oil, acrylics, watercolor, photography, ceramics, sculpture, glass, drawing, digital imaging and mixed media. In honor of... - March 02, 2010 - 764 West Art Gallery
SWAN Day Celebration Honors Women in the Arts
March 27th marks the second anniversary of SWAN Day, a celebration that honors Women Artists. - February 28, 2010 - The Chakra Shack
An Exhibition for Everyone - New Works by Gallery Artists Opens at Gallery KH in Chicago
Chicago's Gallery KH unveils new works by gallery artists for the Friday, February 26th opening - February 25, 2010 - Gallery KH
Freshen Up the Look of Your Home this Spring with Five Revitalizing Decorating Tips
Spring up your space with new decorating trends and tips. - February 25, 2010 - overstockArt.com
Everard and Company Presents Polish and European Art Now Live on iGavelAuctions.com Until March 4th, 2010
Everard and Company is pleased to present their online auction of "Fine Art and Antiques from Southern Estates and Various Owners." The auction will take place through March 4th at iGavelAuctions.com. - February 24, 2010 - iGavel, Inc.
Mainly Clay and Clay on Paper
The exhibition “Mainly Clay” and” Clay on Paper,” featuring four ceramic artists, Doris Fischer-Colbrie, Nina Koepcke, Susan Wolf, and Pixie Couch, one photographer, Bob Terrebonne and one painter, Nancy Terrebonne opens at The Main Gallery on February 17th, 2010 and runs through March 21st, 2010. The gallery, located at 1018 Main Street, in Redwood City, will host a reception for the artists on Saturday, February 20th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. - February 20, 2010 - The Main Gallery
Park West Gallery Launches Dominic Pangborn Website
Features Fine Art and Exclusive Video Footage. - February 19, 2010 - Park West Gallery
The Gallery at 764 West Hosts Robin Moratti – Solo Art Exhibition “Bom Olho”
The Gallery at 764 West Hosts “Bom Olho”, a solo art exhibition for Robin Moratti, opening on April 10 and running through May 10. An artist reception is on April 10 from 5 to 9 PM featuring live classical flamenco music played by Josh Barrios. The Spirit of Sharing Food Bank in New Braunfels, Texas will receive a percentage of all proceeds. - February 17, 2010 - 764 West Art Gallery
New Chelsea Gallery Gives Emerging Artists Unprecedented Opportunities During Economic Downturn
571 Projects promotes dynamic emerging and mid-career artists through rotating single-artist shows. In an effort to participate in sustaining the work of significant artists, 571 Projects is creating a forum at a time when established contemporary galleries are diminishing their stable of artists. 571 Projects is currently featuring New Orleans artist Jan Gilbert in her New York debut. The Closing Reception for this current show will take place on March 18, 6-9pm. - February 15, 2010 - 571 Projects
Haitian Artwork at The Northwest Nature Shop
The Northwest Nature Shop has been carrying Haitian oil drum artwork for years and with the recent catastrophe in Haiti now donates 100% of the profits from their sales directly to the artisans. - February 15, 2010 - Northwest Nature Shop
Lotus Masks Announces the Launch of New Products, Masks, and Statues to Its Website
Lotus Masks, an online supplier of exotic Tibetan, Indonesian & African Masks has announced the launch of new products, masks, and statues to its website. - February 12, 2010 - Lotus Masks
Park West Gallery Valentine's Day Collection
Jewelry treasures and fine art make perfect Valentine's Day gifts - February 11, 2010 - Park West Gallery
Decotique, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Celebrates Second Anniversary Art Deco Style
Decotique.com Partners with Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in joint effort to raise funds and awareness of Cystic Fibrosis, a chronic and debilitating disease affecting children and young adults. Decotiques donates 10% of proceeds to benefit CF Foundation. - February 10, 2010 - Decotique
Sculptor and Plein Air Artist Cindy Debold and Nature Photographer Trish Nerdy Join Austin Art Space
The Austin Art Space artists-in-residence cooperative has expanded to include sculptor and plein air artist Cindy Debold and nature photographer Trish Nedry, bringing the total number of studio artists up to ten. The studio has broadened its scope markedly since the beginning of the year, adding a... - February 10, 2010 - Austin Art Space
SeenBy.com Launches Weekly Top 12
SeenBy.com today announced the launch of their weekly top twelve recommendations list, creating a platform for interesting new artwork to be found by art buyers looking for outstanding work by established and emerging artists. Every week the SeenBy.com curator will evaluate the recent additions to... - February 06, 2010 - SeenBy, LLC
Austin Art Space Artists Set to Auction Artwork to Benefit Faith in Action Caregivers – Southwest Austin
Six of Austin Art Space’s resident artists have joined together to support services that enhance the independence and quality of life for older adults. Each artist has donated a work that will be auctioned off by the Faith in Action Caregivers-Southwest Austin on February 18, 2010. Other... - February 06, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Pre-Publication of 3 New Paula Scher Screenprints & Paula Scher: Maps Screenprints 2006-2010 Exhibit
Stendhal Gallery is announcing the pre-publication of 3 New Paula Scher Limited Edition Screenprints; Israel, South America and The World II. Stendhal Gallery new exhibition opening February 4 - March 27, Paula Scher: Maps Screenprints 2006-2010 - February 04, 2010 - Stendhal Gallery
New Zealand House Portraits Artist Returns to Lansing, Michigan
After a three month working holiday in the New Zealand summer, house portrait and landscape artist Leisa Collins returned to Lansing, Michigan this week to experience sub-zero conditions and a temperature drop of 90 degrees. Born and raised in Auckland, Leisa returned to New Zealand to visit... - February 02, 2010 - Leisa Collins Art with a Message
Gypsy-Rose is Wired with the Opening of Her New Line of Fine Jewelry
Gypsy~Rose is a New Hampshire artist and designer, best known for her costume design, that is going back to her first love by creating fine jewelry, again, and offering it in a new shop, called Ched4uDesigns. http://che4udesigns.etsy.com. - February 01, 2010 - Gypsy~Rose's Fine Jewelry and More!
Austin Art Space Announces 49 Winners in ‘For the Love of Art” 5th Annual Juried Show, February 8-27, 2010
Austin Art Space announced the selection of art work to be featured in its fifth annual ‘For the Love of Art’ show running February 8-27, 2010. The traditional event is a juried exhibition and sale featuring the artists’ varying interpretations or representations of love. Love... - January 29, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Austin Art Space Artist Valerie Walden Chosen for 2010 Austin Pastel Society Juried Member Exhibition
A new painting by Valerie Walden will be included in the 2010 Annual Austin Pastel Society Member Exhibition. “I Hear the Whistle Blowing” features a dramatic, mountain-side train in Skagway, AK. The exhibition runs March 8 through May 1, 2010. - January 28, 2010 - Austin Art Space
Santa Cruz Art Bike Ride First Friday
Slimm Buick, a Bay Area artist, and friends will be hosting an “Art Bike Ride” on Friday, April 2, beginning at 5:30pm (and monthly thereafter). The group will take off from the parking lot of Rite Aid/Whole Foods on Soquel Avenue and Branciforte, and head from location to location... - January 28, 2010 - Slimm Buick, DJ, Artist, Entertainer
Blend New York Contemporary Fashion and Art Boutique Signs on Nooni Luxury Handbags by Vicki Vlachakis
The new batch of independent handbag designers come from all sorts of interesting places and walks of life. Vicki Vlachakis knows this all too well. She is a former Mercedes-Benz designer turned luxury handbag designer of Nooni. - January 23, 2010 - BlendNewYork, Inc.
FIFI Projects NYC Presents Ends With The Sea
FIFI projects NYC first show of 2010 titled "Ends With The Sea" - January 23, 2010 - FIFI projects
Park West Gallery Winter Collection
Fine artwork, sports memorabilia, Japanese woodcuts, animation art and designer jewelry featured. - January 23, 2010 - Park West Gallery
iGavel Presents Ceramics & Works of Art from The Gardiner Museum & Other Owners, Now Live on iGavel.com Until February 2nd, 2010
iGavel is pleased to present Ceramics & Works of Art from The Gardiner Museum & Other Owners. The auction is ongoing through February 2nd, 2010 at www.iGavel.com. There will be a live exhibition at the iGavel Gallery, in New York City, on Monday through Friday, January 25-29 from 10am to 5pm. The gallery is located at 229 East 120th Street, in New York City. - January 22, 2010 - iGavel, Inc.
Up; New Paintings by Rachel Gillen
Swayne on Main is pleased to present "Up", featuring new paintings by Rachel Gillen. "Up" will occur March 5, 2010 – April 30, 2010 at 518 Main Street, Covington, Ky. There will be an opening reception for the artist on Friday, March 5, 2010 from 6-9pm. The event is free and open to the public. The gallery is open Monday–Friday 9am-7pm and Saturday 9am-3pm. - January 21, 2010 - Rachel Gillen, Artist
Nancy Peach Erotic Artist to Perform Live at Femina Potens Gallery, San Francisco on February 7th, 2010 for the Pin Me Up, Pin Me Down Show
Announcing Nancy Peach in her first live performance to produce oversized, luscious oil paintings of Pin Up Models. The buzz is all about her abilities as an artist, teacher and producer. - January 16, 2010 - Nancy Peach Erotic Artist
Marlene Burns One Woman Show
Art Source for Design will be hosting a one woman show of Marlene Burns' abstract expressionist paintings. Works featured will include her new Judaic series of expressions of the Hebrew Liturgical Prayers. - January 16, 2010 - Art Source for Design
Sketch Maven Gives Comic Art Collectors More to Look Forward to in 2010
Sketch Maven Announces Plans to Add Sketches and Original Comic Strip Art to its Online Marketplace in 2010. - January 13, 2010 - Sketch Maven, Inc.
US$5,000 Reward Offered for Information on LeRoy Neiman Painting Stolen from Centaur Art Galleries
An original LeRoy Neiman painting worth more than US$100,000 was stolen from a Las Vegas art gallery two weeks ago. A $5,000 reward has been posted by the gallery for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the theft, and return of the art. The painting... - January 08, 2010 - Centaur Art Galleries
Painter Terry Starnes and Photographer Orion Knox Join Austin Art Space
The roster of nine Austin Art Space resident artists changed with the New Year. Austin painter Terry Starnes and photographer Orion Knox have taken studio space in the cooperative that just began its second year in business. - January 03, 2010 - Austin Art Space
2009 Gallery and Year End Summary of Events by Kris Allen Courtney
In the previous year, American Artist & Author Kris Allen Courtney has been prolific in the utmost fashion. His collection of artwork ranges from the uncomplicated still life, dramatic spiritual impression, zestful animal and landscape depictions to the inspiring and provocative nude. In the termed Genre of Primitive Literalism, the paint escapes the canvas into the viewer’s realm to offer a glimpse of unique colorful expression. - December 28, 2009 - Kris Courtney
Winter Exhibition at The Colomb Art Gallery, London
An all encompassing selection of art works from artists exhibited at the gallery throughout the year. - December 23, 2009 - Colomb Art
International House Portrait Artist Announces New Learning Series - “How to Paint a House Portrait”
International House Portrait Artist Leisa Collins today released the first in a series of tutorial articles on “How to Paint a House Portrait”. Entitled “Lesson One: Getting Started – The Planning Stage” the first article covers the beginning steps one must take in... - December 21, 2009 - Leisa Collins Art with a Message
Park West Gallery Holiday Collection
Fine artwork, sports memorabilia, Japanese woodcuts, animation and jewelry treasures for the holidays and always. - December 19, 2009 - Park West Gallery
Austin Art Space Announces Call to Artists for 5th Annual ‘For the Love of Art’ Juried Exhibit
Austin Art Space Gallery and Studios officially opened submissions for the 5th Annual ‘For the Love of Art” Juried Exhibit. The show is one of three juried shows held each year at the gallery that have drawn entries from as far away as New Zealand, France and Alaska. The subject matter... - December 10, 2009 - Austin Art Space
iGavel Holiday Highlights Online Sales From December 8th, 2009
iGavel is pleased to present its Holiday Sales, featuring items that are offered in Fresh@iGavel and in our Art and Photography Book Auction presented by Daniel Cooney Fine Art. The auctions will take place from now through the end of December at iGavel.com. Other auctions taking place during this time are European and Russian Antiques presented by Antika Gallery, and Fine Silver and Decorative Arts Auction presented by Witherell’s. - December 10, 2009 - iGavel, Inc.
New Exhibit at Green House Gallery: "Home for the Holidays"
The Green House Gallery’s “Home for the Holidays” show features the work of Lois Morton. New, highly original art exalts holiday beauty in the private-life setting. In an age of mass-produced holiday decor, the gallery’s personal touch stands out. - December 09, 2009 - Green House Gallery
Artist Creates Maze Portrait for Gene Simmons
Maze of Gene Simmons created by Yonatan Frimer of Ink Blot Mazes and TeamOfMonkeys.com. - December 04, 2009 - Ink Blot Mazes
House Portrait Artist in Gisborne, New Zealand
House portrait and landscape artist Leisa Collins' most recent New Zealand tour stop was the Gisborne area where she visited family and tended to another artistic painting spree. “I've been in Auckland, Rotorua, Gisborne, Christchurch, Mt Cook and more, but Gisborne takes top prize when it comes to homes and gardens with personality!" said Leisa. - December 04, 2009 - Leisa Collins Art with a Message
Vincent Van Gogh's Starry Night is the World's Most Popular Oil Painting in 2009
The popular online art gallery, overstockArt.com, revealed today the annual Top 10 Oil Paintings rankings for 2009. Topping the list is Vincent van Gogh’s irrefutable magnum opus, Starry Night. The second place spot also went to van Gogh with his famed Café Terrace at Night. Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss dropped to third place after being named the #1 top oil painting last year. Other artists who made the list include Claude Monet, Pierre Auguste Renoir, and Pablo Picasso. - December 04, 2009 - overstockArt.com