Art Business News articles from July 2008

Art Business News archives from July 2008

Women in art.(Occupation overview)
July 1, 2008... The influence of women in art is a fluid, ever-changing and expanding notion that transcends all facets of the art industry. It is oftentimes unexplainable, as seen in the inspiration that so many artists--both male and female--find through...

Q&A with Jane Seymour: meet Jane Seymour, renowned artist, actress and inspiration to women everywhere.(Interview)(Interview)
July 1, 2008... Q. You turned to art at a very challenging time in your life. Describe that experience and how art uplifted you. Well, I painted and drew as a child, but I hadn't really done very much with art until I turned 40 and found out that my life...

The true meaning of women in art.(editorial)(Women artists)(Editorial)
July 1, 2008... A month or so ago, I came across a list of The 10 Most Inspirational Women, voted by the members of a women's social networking Web site I belong to. Although I did not get the chance to vote, I found the results to be quite interesting. ...

Martin Lawrence Galleries wins six "Best in Category" awards.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... GREENWICH, CT -- Chalk & Vermilion Fine Arts, the parent company of Martin Lawrence Galleries, the nation's largest fine-art gallery chain, is proud to announce that the Printing Institute of America (host of the prestigious Premier Print...

Bentley Publishing Group launches Aaron Ashley giclee program.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WALNUT CREEK, CA -- Aaron Ashley, a division of Bentley Publishing Group, has announced the launch of a giclee program reflecting the depth of its museum reproduction archives. Classic John James Audubon prints are...

ABN honors legendary artist Robert Rauschenberg (1925-2008).(artist UPDATE)(Art Business News)(Obituary)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CAPTIVA, FL -- Much in the way that renowned artist Robert Rauschenberg reshaped art movements throughout the 20th century, the influential creator first had to reinvent himself. Born Milton Rauschenberg in 1925 to a...

Art Business News pays tribute to artist Beth Avary (1941-2008).(artist UPDATE)(Obituary)(Obituary)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BOULDER CREEK, CA-Artist Beth Avary inspired many through her expressive and touching artwork. A committed wife, artist and mother of three, Avary died on May 4. She was 67 years old. Avary was born Mary...

John Van Alstine sculpture chosen to adorn Beijing's Olympic Park.(artist UPDATE)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SANTA FE, NM -- Sculptor John Van Alstine has been selected as one of 25 non-Chinese artists to have work installed in Beijing's new Olympic Park. Van Alstine, represented by the Gerald Peters Gallery in Santa...

New categories added to North American fine crafts competition.(artist UPDATE)(NICHE magazine awards competition for fine American and Canadian craft retailers)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... BALTIMORE, MD -- NICHE magazine announces the start of its 2009 NICHE Awards competition and the addition of a Fashion Accessories and Art Quilts category to the professional division. Since 1990, the NICHE Awards have annually celebrated...

Resident artist accompanies Phoenician Ship Expedition.(international PULSE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... ARWAD, SYRIA -- For more than 1,000 years, the tradition of including a resident artist on sea voyages provided civilization with an intimate, comprehensive look at the world's lands and oceans. Although this tradition has faded as sea travel...

Urgent art sale raises funds for China's earthquake recovery.(International PULSE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... LONDON -- Chinese artist He Hong Wei has offered five paintings from his prized series, "Hometown," (made at the time of the Asian SARS epidemic) to benefit victims of the disastrous Earthquake that rocked China in May. The artist hopes to...

Applejack Art Partners acquires E.M. Boehm fine porcelain.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... MANCHESTER, VT -- Applejack Art Partners recently acquired E.M. Boehm, Inc., a legendary U.S. manufacturer of fine porcelain sculptures and open- and limited-edition collectibles, as well as historic commissioned sculptures since 1950. ...

Design Management Company unveils new division.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Design Management Company )(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... NEW YORK -- Design Management Company (DMC) announces the formation of a new division, Art Management & Consulting (AMC).The new division will call on the expertise of accomplished international art consultant Christel Dahlen to offer strategic...

Yorkshire Sculpture Park hosts first European exhibition by sculptor Isamu Noguchi.(international PULSE)
July 1, 2008... WAKEFIELD, ENGLAND -- The first major European exhibition of work by renowned Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi (1904-88) opens in July at Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP). "Isamu Noguchi at Yorkshire Sculpture Park," which will remain on...

Never-before-seen photos of Marilyn Monroe at Andrew Weiss Gallery.(gallery FRONT)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BEVERLY HILLS, CA -- In celebration of what would be Marilyn Monroe's 82nd birthday, the Andrew Weiss Gallery will launch "Forever Young," a landmark exhibition and sale of original photographs of Monroe, open to the...

Legendary Sports Prints artwork to appear in Sports Museum of America.(museum MATTERS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... NEW YORK -- Legendary Sports Prints (LSP) had the unique opportunity to display six originals and one hand-enhanced giclee on canvas at the grand opening of the Sports Museum of America (SmA) in May. The various works of art covered major...

ART Santa Fe to be an annual event.(show NEWS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... SANTA FE, NM -- Due to increased demand, ART Santa Fe is slated to be an annual event. To be held for the first consecutive year this July, the fair--a biennial occurrence since its inception in 1995--has proven beyond uncertainty that Santa...

M. Tomchuk fine art.(news)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Mandalay Sunset" is created by Marjorie Tomchuk, edition size 50. Paper size: 25" x 36". Each image is embossed on handmade paper and hand colored. The artist's own archival, digital photographs are embedded into...

Show poised for success with new programs and supporters.(show NEWS)(Artexpo Las Vegas )(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CLEVELAND -- There's plenty in store for Artexpo Las Vegas exhibitors and attendees at the expanded 2008 show. With Las Vegas and the fabulous Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino as its backdrop, Artexpo's business,...

Universal Framing Products named the exclusive moulding sponsor of Artexpo.(show NEWS)
July 1, 2008... Universal Framing Products (UFP), one of the most respected names in the art-and-framing industry, is thrilled to be the first moulding sponsor of Artexpo, a significant event for all members of the art-and-framing industry. "Artexpo is...

Expanded decorative arts pavilion, sponsored by AmericanStyle.(show NEWS)
July 1, 2008... Wendy Rosen, founder and president of the Rosen Group, publisher of AmericanStyle and NICHE magazines, says the Decorative Arts Pavilion at Artexpo will provide gallery owners much needed alternatives for expanding their businesses. "The...

Show dates.(Calendar)(Brief article)(Calendar)
July 1, 2008... JULY JULY 10-13 Art Santa Fe Santa Fe, NM 505-988-8883 www.artsantafe.com AUGUST AUG. 9-10 Sculpture in the Park Loveland, CO 970-663-2940 www.sculptureinthepark.org SEPTEMBER SEPT....

David Wilson.(emerging artists: trendsetters)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] David Wilson's love of photography began at age 17 with his first camera. "I would ride around Pembrokeshire, West Wales, on my motorbike with my 35mm Canon, learning to take photographs while exploring the coast and...

Karin Olah.(emerging artists: trendsetters)(Karin Olah is an artist based in Charleston, SC. )(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Karin Olah's style is a tangible patchwork of her experiences. From a small-town upbringing in Lancaster County, Pa., her interest in Amish quilts and textile traditions led her to study fiber art at Maryland...

Valeriy Grachov.(emerging artists: trendsetters)(Brief biography)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Valeriy Grachov was born in Archangelsk, Russia, in 1949. He attended school in Leningrad in 1956 and later moved to Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine, with his family. Grachov left high school and entered Kiev's Institute of...

Tara Benet.(emerging artists: trendsetters)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Tara Benet received her fine-arts degree at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. She now calls the Upper West Side her home, where she has a small studio in one of the oldest artist buildings left in...

Originals.(Artists and their arts exhibition)
July 1, 2008... Artist KUMI ITO introduces "Peach Blossoms," an original gouache on canvas board, sized at 18 x 15 inches, for a retail price of $2,100. A limited edition will be available soon. For more information, call 212-969-9660; visit www.artin2000.com....

Framing photography.(the fine art of framing)
July 1, 2008... Although framing in the world of fine art takes on a different role than that of the custom frameshop, similar basic principles apply that can help any gallery owner or artist present fine art in a way that will enhance the perceived value of...

Siena, max moulding's.(PRODUCT PICKS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SIENA, MAX MOULDING'S latest signature collection, pays homage to the Tuscan city of Siena. The collection features distressed hand finishes and weathered textures with sun-drenched golds and deep, earthy browns,...

Legion paper.(PRODUCT PICKS)(Legion paper offfered museum board range)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LEGION PAPER specializes in high-end conservation and preservation framing through its line of Rising Museum Boards. "Trends in this market segment are leaning toward the framing of larger pieces of artwork--larger...

The Castilla Collection by Universal Framing Products.(PRODUCT PICKS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE CASTILLA COLLECTION by UNIVERSAL FRAMING PRODUCTS is a gold- and silver-leaf moulding with a unique hand-distressed and burned finish. The collection is available in four sizes and gold and silver colors with...

Charismatic color: JalinePol celebrates life with inspiring passion, impeccable technique and her unmistakable signature hues.(artist profile)
July 1, 2008... Artist JalinePol did arrive at her vibrant, expressive art form overnight. The artist s unique interpretation of contemporary figurative art is a gradual culmination of diverse training, influential travels and pure emotion. "In my work, I...

Fort Collins, CO.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Caption: Walnut Street Gallery, known for representing musicians who are artists, photographers and album-cover artists, held an exhibit for Bon Jovi drummer and artist Tico Torres. More than 15 original works and...

San Francisco.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts recently held an exhibition titled "The Way That We Rhyme: Women, Art & Politics." The opening day included gallery tours, panel discussions, film screenings, workshops and...

New York.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... Caption: Artist Eileen Serwer was honored with a reception at the headquarters of the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA). The NAWA supports all women artists by giving them a forum to exhibit their work. Shown from left are Allison...

Easton, MD.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: The South Street Art Gallery recently displayed the original paintings and sculpture of Roger Doyle with operatic selections performed by Bonnie Forgacs. The singer, a professional contralto who has sung...

Fort Lauderdale, Fl.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: The James Schot Gallery and Photography Studio held "Nudas Veritas," a celebration of nude artwork. Pictured from left are artist Keith Knight, gallery owner James Schot and commercial photographer Peter...

ST. James, NY.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Artist Beth S. Goldberg is pictured in front of her painting "Indian Beauty" with Smithtown Township Arts Council (STAC) Executive Director Allison Cruz at the reception for STAC's "Circling the Globe...

Los Angeles.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Caption: Tobey Moss Gallery held a dual show featuring paintings, woodcuts and watercolors by Bauhaus-trained artist Werner Drewes and a collection of Modernist women in media ranging from painting to sculpture....

Alberta, Canada.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Caption: Buzz Aldrin and his wife, Lois, appeared with "Artist of Energy" Mimi Stuart for the Celebrity Sports Invitational at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. The Apollo 11 astronaut autographed Stuart's painting...

Atlanta.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: The opening reception for "The Art of Hanging Out: Paintings by Elinore Schnurr" was held at the Atlanta Art Gallery. Schnurr is a contemporary representational painter who focuses her work on the human...

Fort Collins, CO.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: The Collective Fine Art Gallery hosted a gala evening in honor of Abstract Expressionist artist Ford Smith. The event was attended by more than 150 art patrons who met and spoke with Smith and his wife,...

Boca Raton, FL.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: More than 300 guests attended the Dan Christensen exhibition at Elaine Baker Gallery. Guests admired the works of the late Dan Christensen (1942-2007), the American abstract painter best known for his...

La Jolla, CA.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Madison Gallery hosted a private reception for Master Painter Jean Kazandjian. The event included the artist's most current creations. Pictured from left are Executive Director Alex Salazar, gallery owner...

Atlanta.
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Artaissance hosted a field trip to its facility in Atlanta for Margaret Fain Elementary School to introduce students to potential careers in art. Students learned about graphic designing, color correcting,...

San Francisco.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Art Haus presented "City Lights," two solo exhibitions featuring urban paintings by Carolyn Meyer and sculpture by Adam Kurtzman. Meyer is shown in front of "Night Voyage" at the opening.

New York.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Caption: Gana Art presented an exhibition of sculptures by Korean artist Yong Ho Ji in its new Chelsea gallery. Comprised of 25 sculptures made by hand from recycled tires, the exhibition marked the artist's first...

Santa Monica, CA.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Gallery 319 celebrated Stephen Holland as the official artist of the 50th anniversary of the Dodgers moving to Los Angeles. Pictured from left are Dodger player "Sweet" Lou Johnson, Holland, Dodger player...

Salem, MA.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: The Washington Square Studio recently hosted a reception for local artist Carol Dearborn. In addition to her work with natural themes, she is also a portraitist in oil and pastel, working on commission and...

Mentor, OH.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Gallery One hosted a special event with several of artist William Phillips' works for sale in mint condition. Phillips' works are a favorite among collectors of aviation and Americana. Shown are Phillips and...

Toms River, NJ.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Artist Laura Barbosa raised money for The Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs, Inc., by selling her work to the Community Medical Center, which bought the paintings and put them on permanent display. Shown at...

New Orleans, LA.(Picture Gallery)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Angela King Gallery hosted a private reception for Master Sculptor M.L. Snowden. The event included Snowden's most current sculpture creations. Shown from left are gallery director Angela King, consultant...

"Internal Beauty".(new editions)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Studio Fine Art announces the release of "Internal Beauty" by HESSAM. The 30-x-24-inch giclee on canvas is available in an edition of 75 for $1,400. For more information, call 888-403-2089; visit...

"Eden".(new editions)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: CARLO D'ALESSIO announces the release of "Eden," a giclee on canvas that is available in a museum edition, sized at 36 x 42 inches, and a collectors edition, sized at 24 x 28 inches. Each canvas giclee is...

"For the Fun of It".(new editions)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Martie Helweg Fine Art announces the release of "For the Fun of It" by artist DAWN EMERSON. The limited-edition giclee of the original pastel is sized at 18 x 12 inches and is available in a signed edition...

Promise.(new editions)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Artist LAURN BLANK introduces "Promise," a limited-edition giclee created from the original oil on linen. Sized at 30 x 24 inches, the piece is available in an edition of 195. For pricing and more...

"En Vogue'.(new editions)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Collectors Editions announces the release of MICHAEL AND INESSA GARMASH'S "En Vogue." This hand-embe lished gicee on hand-textured canvas is 20 x 40 inches and is available in an edition of 50 with a retail...

We're talking talent.(TODAY'S TOP ARTISTS)(Editorial)
July 1, 2008... Now in its second year, Today's Top Artists has gathered some of the greatest talents in the industry to share with the readers of Art Business News. Some artists have been honored for a second year; others have made their debuts within these...

Henry Asencio.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS: NAMED TOP ARTISTS FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW!)(interview of contemporary painter Henry Asencio)(Interview)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Los Angeles STYLE/MEDIUM: Abstract Naturalism in Oil GREATEST ARTISTIC INFLUENCE: Van Gogh YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 6 STUDIO LOCATION: Silicon Valley, Calif. PUBLISHER: Crown Thorn Publishing CONTACT:...

Lauri Blank.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(Biography of artist Lauri Blank)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Bucks County, Pa. STYLE/MEDIUM: Romantic Realism GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: The Human Form, Nature, Light and Life YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 11 STUDIO LOCATION: Chicago PUBLISHER: Blank Studio & Gallery Inc. ...

Romero Britto.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(biography of artist Romero Britto)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Recife, Brazil STYLE/MEDIUM: All Mediums GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: The Whole Universe and the Simple Things in Life YEARS IN THE BUSINESS; 20+ STUDIO LOCATION(S): Miami and New York PUBLISHER: Magical...

James Coleman.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS: RECENTLY PROFILED IN ART BUSINESS NEWS!)(interview of artist James Coleman)(Interview)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Hollywood, Calif. STYLE/MEDIUM: Romantic Impressionism STUDIO LOCATION: Home Studio in Thousand Oaks, Calif. PUBLISHER: James Coleman Studios YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 40 CONTACT: 800-341-3004; www.jamescoleman.com...

Andre Desjardins.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(Biography of artist Andre Desjardins)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Quebec, Canada STYLE/MEDIUM: Contemporary Works in Oil, Charcoal and Pigment on Canvas GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Human Emotion YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 6 STUDIO LOCATION: Montreal, Canada PUBLISHER:...

Thomas Easley.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(biography of artist Thomas Easley)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Northern California STYLE/MEDIUM: Majestic Still Life and Extreme Impressionism in Acrylic on Board GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 30 STUDIO LOCATION: Home...

Michael Ethridge.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(biography of artist Michael Ethridge)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Hot Springs, Ark. STYLE/MEDIUM: Acrylic Abstract Expressionism GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Mother YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 4+ STUDIO LOCATION: Jonesboro, Ark. CONTACT: www.paintingsbyme.com MOST RECENTLY...

Tom Everhart.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Washington, D.C. STYLE/MEDIUM: Mixed Media, Oil, Enamel and Acrylic on Canvas or Paper GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: The Artwork of Charles Schulz YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 33 STUDIO LOCATION: Venice, Calif. ...

Robert Finale.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(biography of artist Robert Finale)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Cuba STYLE/MEDIUM: Romantic Impressionism in Oil on Canvas GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Wife, Susie YEARS IN BUSINESS: 6 STUDIO LOCATION: Atlanta PUBLISHER: Marquis Publishing CONTACT: 800-248-9573;...

Michael Flohr.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS: NAMED TOP ARTIST FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW!)(interview with Michael Flohr is a young California artist)(Interview)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: San Diego STYLE/MEDIUM: Contemporary Impressionism in Oil on Canvas GREATEST ARTISTIC INFLUENCE: Wife YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 7+ STUDIO LOCATION: San Diego PUBLISHER: Crown Thorn Publishing CONTACT:...

Terry Gilecki.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(biography of Terry Gilecki)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Saskatoon, Canada STYLE/MEDIUM: Combination of Surreal and Realist Styles in Acrylic on Canvas STUDIO LOCATION: Vancouver, Canada PUBLISHER: James Coleman Studios YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 30 CONTACT: 800-341-3004;...

Rick Gonzalez.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(biography of painter (artist) Rick Gonzalez)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN: Manila, Philippines STYLE/MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Father, Rick Gonzalez YEARS IN BUSINESS: 6+ STUDIO LOCATION: Los Angeles PUBLISHER: James Coleman Studios CONTACT: 800-341-3004;...

Stephen James Harlan.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Minnesota STYLE/MEDIUM: Mixed Media Digital Paintings GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Water YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 30 STUDIO LOCATION: Prince Frederick, Md. PUBLISHER: Self-Published CONTACT: 410-535-4399;...

Jann Harrison.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(biography of artist Jann Harrison)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Nashville, Tenn. STYLE/MEDIUM: Original Oils with Whimsical and Surrealist Influences GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: People and Everyday Life STUDIO LOCATION: Nashville, Tenn. PUBLISHER: Jann Harrison Fine Art ...

Gaylord Ho.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(interview of Sculptors Gaylord Ho )(Interview)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Taiwan STYLE/MEDIUM: Bronze and Cast Marble (Parian II[TM]) Sculpture GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Observation of People's Activities and Emotions YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 36 STUDIO LOCATION: Taiwan and Palos Verdes,...

Jia Lu.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS: NAMED TOP ARTIST FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW!)(interview of Chinese artist Jia Lu)(Interview)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Beijing, China STYLE/MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Buddhist Art YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 25 STUDIO LOCATION: Los Angeles PUBLISHER: Alius Fine Art CONTACT: 626-446-6258; www.jialu.com ...

David O'Keefe.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: New Haven, Conn. STYLE/MEDIUM: Oil Painting and Clay Sculpture GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Peter Paul Rubens YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 30 STUDIO LOCATION: Tampa, Fla. PUBLISHER: David O'Keefe Studios, Inc. ...

Ford Smith.(TODAY'S TOP ART!STS: NAMED TOP ARTIST FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW!)(interview of artist Ford Smith)(Interview)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Tripoli, Libya STYLE/MEDIUM: Acrylic GREATEST ARTISTIC INFLUENCE: Klimt and Van Gogh YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 7 STUDIO LOCATION: Atlanta and Santa Fe, N.M. PUBLISHER: Ford Smith Fine Art CONTACT: 770-552-5942;...

Glen Tarnoswki.(TODAY'S TOP ARTISTS)(biography of artist Glen Tarnoswki)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Southern California STYLE/MEDIUM: Modern Allegories in Oil on Canvas and Bronze Sculptures GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: Life and Relationships YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 40 STUDIO LOCATION: Katy, Texas PUBLISHER:...

Cao Yang.(TODAY'S TOP ARTISTS)(biography of Chinese painters Cao Yang)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... BORN IN: Henan, China STYLE/MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas GREATEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION: The Old Masters, Repin, Jean Francois Millet, Rembrandt, Salvador Dali, Jackson Pollock, Edward Munch, Claude Monet, etc. YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: 9...

Ira Fox.(ART!STS TO WATCH)(biography)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] STYLE/MEDIUM: Digital & Film Photography STUDIO LOCATION: New York CONTACT: 212-989-2345; www.irafox.com Artist Statement: "I am a self-taught photographer who, like most city dwellers, finds life...

Kumi Ito.(ART!STS TO WATCH)(biography)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] STYLE/MEDIUM: Acrylic STUDIO LOCATION: Japan CONTACT: A. Jain Marunouchi Gallery: 212-969-9660; www.artin2000.com Artist Statement: "Born in a beautiful country town rich with history and legend, I...

Michael Joseph.(ART!STS TO WATCH)(biography)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] STYLE/MEDIUM: Film Photography STUDIO LOCATION: Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. CONTACT: 954-817-8870; www.michaeljoseph.com Artist Statement: "The art of photography is the medium of the does not emerge...

Christopher M.(ART!STS TO WATCH)(biography)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] STYLE/MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas STUDIO LOCATION: San Diego CONTACT: 619-895-3027; www.crownthornpublishing.com Artist Statement: "I want to tell people stories with my paintings about all the good...

Diana Mendoza.(ART!STS TO WATCH)(biography)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] STYLE/MEDIUM: Traditional Work in Oil on Canvas STUDIO LOCATION: Lima, Peru CONTACT: House of Mercier: 905-829-5055; www.houseofmercier.com Look for... The spiritual art of Diana Mendoza is a unique...

Gladys Morante.(ART!STS TO WATCH)(biography)(Biography)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] STYLE/MEDIUM: Contemporary Impressionist Works in Oil on Canvas STUDIO LOCATION: Lima, Peru CONTACT: House of Mercier: 905-829-5055; www.houseofmercier.com Look for... Artist Gladys Morante's...