Art Business News articles from June 2008

Art Business News archives from June 2008

The perfect touch: the power of artist David Schluss' joyful imagery lies solely in his capable and loving hands.(artist profile)
June 1, 2008... The art of David Schluss is a wonderful dichotomy of sophistication and whimsy, abstraction and form. The artist's avant-garde painting approach without brush or palette knife brings an exquisite and unpredictable culmination of color, texture...

Once-segmented markets reach a new level of cohesion.(International Art)
June 1, 2008... This year, an overwhelming international presence descended upon Artexpo New York. Global art dealers, hoping to take advantage of the weak dollar, flocked to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in near record numbers as publishers, galleries...

A global perspective.(editorial)(Letter to the editor)
June 1, 2008... One of my favorite parts of traveling is checking out the local arts scenes of wherever I am visiting. I just recently returned from a cruise of the Caribbean, and I was pleasantly surprised by the diversity of the artists represented on the...

New! ABN poll plus.(on the web)(Survey)
June 1, 2008... 67% of poll participants said they worked with international professionals as often as they worked with those who are U.S. based. Answer the next ABN poll for a chance to win free educational courses at Artexpo Las Vegas 2008! You'll find...

Art Copyright Coalition cracks down on illegal publishing.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)
June 1, 2008... WASHINGTON, D.C.--Since its inception in 2002, the Art Copyright Coalition (ACC), an organization of art publishers, artists and framers, has made great strides in the fight against copyright infringements in the visual arts. By sharing...

Applejack Art Partners forms alliance with Bruce McGaw Graphics, signs new artists.(news)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... MANCHESTER, VT -- Applejack Art Partners has struck an agreement to license artwork worldwide for Bruce McGaw Graphics, a major publisher and distributor of museum and contemporary art prints. The alliance names Applejack as the exclusive agent...

iPHOTOART launches new Web site.(news)(www.iphotoartdirect.com)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... WASHINGTON, D.C.--National Archives partner iPHOTOART (iPA) announces the launch of its new retail/wholesale Web site www.iphotoartdirect.com. The site offers high-quality posters, photographic prints and giclees. Each print is produced...

Monumental sculpture pays tribute to the American people.(artist UPDATE)(Shan Gray's "The American--A Monument of Courage")
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CHESTERFIELD, MO--Fine Art Limited, the official licensed distributor of Olympic art, has been chosen as the exclusive sales representative for limited-edition reproductions of sculptor Shan Gray's "The American--A...

Artist Leslie Lew showcases sculpted paintings.(artist UPDATE)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... PEEKSKILL, NY -- Artist Leslie Lew's paintings embrace throwaway imagery--comic books, pulp periodicals, elementary school textbooks and ad illustrations--and revisit early Pop art subject matters while addressing core issues of American...

Croatian artist signs with DE Fine Art.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Ivan Andrijanic)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ATLANTA -- Croatian artist Ivan Andrijanic has chosen DE Fine Art as his exclusive U.S. representative. Andrijanic's photo-realistic paintings display scenes of his native land as well as other European countries and...

ArtCandy freshens up collection.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(ArtCandy Editions)
June 1, 2008... ATLANTA, GA -- ArtCandy Editions has released several new works, ranging from Carol Christies unique florals and Timothy Michael's whimsical landscapes to Jeff Williams' vintage-style figurative pieces. The collection also features the first...

Thomas Kinkade unveils Daytona 500 running portrait.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Victory Junction Gang Camp)
June 1, 2008... MORGAN HILL, CA -- Thomas Kinkade recently released his newest studio masterwork "NASCAR[R] THUNDER--The 50th Running of the DAYTONA 500[R]." NASCAR drivers Ryan Newman, the winner of the 2008 DAYTONA 500, and Kyle Petty, co-founder of the...

Artist Colin Ruffell elected Master of Fine Art Trade Guild.(artist UPDATE)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... LONDON -- For the first time in its nearly 100-year history, Fine Art Trade Guild has elected an artist to head the organization, which serves the art-and-framing industry worldwide. Artist Colin Ruffell will serve as Master of Fine Art Trade...

California Art Club awards Gold Medals at 97th Annual Juried Exhibition.(artist UPDATE)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... PASADENA, CA -- California artists John Asaro and Christopher Slatoff received "Best of Show" Gold Medals at the California Art Club's 97th Annual Gold Medal Juried Exhibition at the Pasadena Museum of California Art. Club President Peter Adams...

Collectors and curators gather in Hong Kong for ART HK 08.(international PULSE)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... HONG KONG -- A performance by Beijing-based artist Li Wei, the sale of Warhol's "Avanti Cars" by London's Ben Brown Fine Arts and the showcasing of "Mirage," an exhibition featuring the greatest new talent in Hong Kong, were among the opening...

Greece hosts inaugural international art business conference.(artist UPDATE)(AXIA's 1st Athens Art Business Conference 2008)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... ATHENS, GREECE -- Business and financial newspaper AXIA, in cooperation with Christie's auction house, organized the first international art business conference in Greece. The 1st Athens Art Business Conference 2008 was held to mark the 10th...

"Dali, Dali, Dali and Miro" pays homage to surrealism.(gallery FRONT)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... NEW HAVEN, CT -- White Space Gallery hosted an open-house reception to celebrate Spanish Surrealists Salvador Dali and Joan Miro. The event highlighted a unique collection of 12 Dali lithographs exclusive to White Space Gallery. This collection...

Madison Avenue Art Gallery Walk benefits public schools.(gallery FRONT)
June 1, 2008... NEW YORK -- More than 50 of the world's most prestigious art galleries hosted the first Madison Avenue Art Gallery Walk in May. The galleries welcomed the public to experience an insider's look at the world of fine art with a host of...

Bank of America launches Major Art Exhibition and Loan Program.(museum MATTERS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CHARLOTTE, NC -- Bank of America recently launched its Art Exhibition Program, which will make customized exhibitions from the Bank of America Collection widely available to museums free of charge. The Bank of...

Art Institute of Chicago announces major acquisitions.(museum MATTERS)
June 1, 2008... CHICAGO -- The Art Institute of Chicago, in preparation for the opening of its modern wing in May 2009, announces two major acquisitions in the field of contemporary art: Robert Gober's "Untitled" (1989-1996) definitive installation and Donald...

Gallery combines artist show with unique online component.(gallery FRONT)(Sherrus Gallery of Fine Art)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] NORTHVILLE, MI -- Sherrus Gallery of Fine Art launched a unique concept in fine-art shopping at its First Friday Art Walk Event in June. "Artaissance--Sherrus.ArtMyStyle.com--Real Life and Online With Mixed Media...

Artexpo Las Vegas 2008 update.(show NEWS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CLEVELAND -- The fine-art market's premier trade show is nearing, and organizers are pulling out all the stops to bring fresh, exciting artists, programs and events to Artexpo Las Vegas 2008. The show will be...

Show dates.(show NEWS)(art exhibits and expos in the United States)(Brief article)(Calendar)
June 1, 2008... JUNE JUNE 10-12 Licensing International 2008 Jacob K. Javits Convention Center New York 888-644-2022 www.licensingshow.com JULY JULY 10-13 Art Santa Fe Santa Fe, NM 505-988-8883 ...

Ron Kaplan.(originals)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artist RON KAPLAN presents "Transition I," an original acrylic on canvas board, sized at 16 x 20 inches, that retails for $1,000. The piece will be donated to the non-profit Surfrider Foundation. This image is the...

Lynne Friedman.(originals)(BE Gallery offers Lynne Friedman's 'Hibiscus')(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... BE Gallery announces the release of "Hibiscus" by artist LYNNE FRIEDMAN. Each section of the oil-on-canvas triptych measures 48 x 20 inches for a total area of 48 x 60 inches with a retail price of $8,000. For more information, call...

Michael Letzig.(originals)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MICHAEL LETZIG announces the release of "Madison Square Park," an original oil on canvas, sized at 30 x 40 inches, with a retail price of $4,000. For more information, call 917-710-5965; e-mail LetzigStudio@aol.com;...

Frankie Buckley.(originals)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Artist FRANKIE BUCKLEY introduces "MetroZone" an original acrylic painting on gallery-wrapped canvas, sized at 24 x 36 inches, with a retail price of $2,200. For more information, call 601-649 1759; e-mail buckleystudio@c-gate.net; visit...

Eric Christensen.(originals)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... ERIC CHRISTENSEN announces the release of his newest work, "Great Tastes "The original watercolor measures 311/2 x 23 inches. For pricing and more information, call 408-445-1314, e-mail info@ ericchristensenart.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Konnie Kim Fine Art.(originals)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] KONNIE KIM FINE ART announces the release of Konnie Kim's "Where Evening Begins 1:" The original oil on canvas measures 24 x 30 inches and retails for $4,500. For more information, call 714-693-5546; visit...

Meg Gentile.(originals)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... MEG GENTILE announces the release of "Monologue, Dialogue, Monologue," an original triptych painting in enamel on canvas. Each panel measures 35 x 68 x 3 inches for a total size of 110 x 68 x 3 inches. The retail price is $6,000 for the...

Gerald Schwartz.(originals)(The Howse Collection)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Howse Collection announces the release of "Solitude" by artist GERALD SCHWARTZ. The original oil on canvas measures 30 x 36 inches and retails for $5,200. For more information, call 323-664-7339; e-mail...

Pete Tillack.(originals)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PETE TILLACK announces the release of "Flame Trees" an original oil on canvas, sized at 36 x 40 inches, that retails for $5,400. For more information, call 619-476-7380; e-mail art@petetillack.com; visit...

Tim Hovde.(originals)(Gallery 360)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Gallery 360 announces the release of "Virgin Colour Crescendo" by artist TIM HOVDE. The original oil on canvas is sized at 112 x 65 inches and retails for $20,000. For more information, call 480-473-8120; e-mail art@gallery-360ocom; visit...

Marcel Demagny.(originals)(DE Fine Art)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... DE Fine Art announces the release of "Eclat Odorant" by artist MARCEL DEMAGNY. This original oil on canvas is sized at 47 1/5 x 47 1/5 inches and retails for $5,950. For more information, call 770-300-9733; e-mail aroggenhofer@de-fineart.com....

Leon Roulette.(originals)(Robert Golden Fine Art Ltd.)
June 1, 2008... Robert Golden Fine Art Ltd. announces the release of "View from the Veranda" by artist LEON ROULETTE. The original oil on canvas is sized at 36 x 48 inches and retails for $6,500, For more information, call 949-472-5401; visit...

Taking the plunge: introducing sculpture into your gallery--a starting point.(into the fire)
June 1, 2008... A world of opportunity exists in the realm of sculpture that many gallery owners and artists have not fully tapped into. Whether, you're an artist who is considering exploring the medium, or a gallery owner who wants to expand, your art...

Building a strong collector base: it can be the determining factor of a gallery's success, so how do you get there?
June 1, 2008... Cultivating a strong collector base is crucial for profitability and longevity in the gallery business. Once a solid collector base is developed, the business owner can enjoy the fruits of higher profit margins and a dynamic exchange of ideas,...

Weston Taylor.(new editions)(Rinehart Fine Arts)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Rinehart Fine Arts announces the release of "Midcentury" by artist WESTON TAYLOR. The open-edition piece is available as a lithograph poster, sized at 35 x 35 inches, for a retail price of $55. The piece is also available as a 35-x-35-inch...

Garry Palm.(new editions)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artist GARRY PALM announces the release of his latest image, "Golf Hawaii "The 18-x-24-inch giclee on canvas is available in edition of 250 for $895. For more information, call 808-626-1528; visit www.garrypalm.com.

Glen Tarnowski.(new editions)(Masterpiece Publishing offers Glen Tarnowski's 'Consistency' sculpture)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Masterpiece Publishing announces the release of "Consistency" by GLEN TARNOWSKI. The bronze piece measures 10 x 8 x 61/2 inches and is available in an edition size of 75 with a retail price of $1,800. For more...

Andrew.(new editions)(Collectors Editions offers the 'Flyin' giclee by artist ANDREW)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Collectors Editions presents "Flyin" by artist ANDREW. The piece is a hand-embellished giclee on hand-textured canvas measuring 30 x 30 inches in an edition of 50 for a retail price of $925. For more information,...

Simon Bull.(new editions)(Simon Bull Studios)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Simon Bull Studios announces the release of "Living The Life" by artist SIMON BULL, a limited-edition giclee on canvas in an edition of 195 standard, numbered prints and 20 artist proofs, hand-embellished with...

Lynne Friedman.(new editions)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artist LYNNE FRIEDMAN announces the release of "Tropicalia II," a 32-x-40 inch limited-edition giclee in an edition size of 195. The archival paper addition retails for $600, and the canvas edition retails for $800....

Carol Christie.(new editions)(ArtCandy Editions offers Carol Christie's 'White Tulips with Pears' painting)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ArtCandy Editions announces the release of "White Tulips with Pears" by artist CAROL CHRISTIE. The piece is a hand-embellished canvas measuring 24 x 24 or 36 x 36 inches in an edition size of 95 for a retail price of...

Carolyn Quan.(new editions)(Carolyn Quan offers her 'Lotus Adonis' giclee)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Lotus Adonis" CAROLYN QUAN announces the release of "Lotus Adonis," a giclee on canvas of the original photo collage. The 24-x33-inch piece is available in an edition of 67 for $580, an edition of 517 for $1,300 or...

Helen Webber.(new editions)(artist Helen Webber offers her 'Poppies' giclee)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HELEN WEBBER announces the release of "Poppies" a giclee measuring 35 x 25 inches in an edition of 100 for $750. For more information, call 610-363-9241; e-mail helenwebber@comcast.net; visit www.helenwebber.com.

Florine Duffield.(new editions)(artist Florine Duffield offers the 'Urge' painting)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FLORINE DUFFIELD announces the release of "Urge," a black-and-white image on watercolor paper, hand-colored with watercolor dyes. The 17-x-22-inch piece is available in an edition of 350 with a retail price of $299....

Teri Sweeney.(new editions)(Artistic Viewpoints Gallery and Studio offers Teri Sweeney's 'High Sierra Wildflowers' giclee)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artistic Viewpoints Gallery and Studio announces the release of "High Sierra Wildflowers." a giclee on canvas by artist TERI SWEENEY. The 19 3/4-x-23-inch print is available in an edition of 150 and retails for $320....

Henry Asencio.(new editions)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HENRY ASENCIO announces the release of "Day Dream," a hand-embellished giclee in an edition of 195. For pricing and more information, visit www.crownthornpublishing.com.

Synthia Saint James.(new editions)(Synthia Saint James offers the 'Fatherhood' giclee)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... SYNTHIA SAINT JAMES introduces "Fatherhood." The giclee on canvas, measuring 18 x 22 inches, is available in an edition of 200 for $650. For more information, call 323-993-5722; e-mail kikusaintjames@aol.com; visit www.synthiasaintjames.com....

Anna Good.(new editions)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... ANNA GOOD announces the release of "Forever Young." 'The image is sized at 36 x 48 inches and is available in an edition S0 for $1,290. The piece was created with a new reproduction technique called Genesis, which reproduces the image with...

Ron Discenza.(new editions)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] RON DISCENZA announces the release of "Woodland." The giclee on paper or canvas is sized 18 1/2 x 40 inches with a retail price of $950 and is available in an edition of 350 with 25 artist proofs. For more...

A simple way to yes is saying "no" to fear.(industry perspectives: Editorial Commentary)(Guest commentary)(Editorial)
June 1, 2008... Welcome to Industry Perspectives, the first editorial commentary in a series of market viewpoints by some of the industry's most noted professionals. This month, Craig Kausen, president and CEO of Linda Jones Enterprises, offers his take on...

Tom Fedro.(emerging artists: Trendsetters)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Chicago artist Tom Fedro creates art that makes viewers smile out loud with a combination of urban landscapes and pop art faces that focus on composition and color. Fedro's brightly colored, bold, whimsical art warms...

Sam Jones IV.(emerging artists: Trendsetters)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Contemporary artist Sam Jones IV grew up in Texas and demonstrated interest in drawing from an early age. By his mid 20s he was working with acrylic paint and pastels to create highly detailed paintings of churches...

Nick Paciorek.(emerging artists: Trendsetters)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nick Paciorek aligns himself with a new generation of Fauvists. He uses broad strokes of brilliant color for emotional impact. Choosing the exact combination of hues for each painting is of utmost importance. ...

Fariad.(emerging artists: Trendsetters)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Fariad's passion for painting began when he was a young boy. He hosted his first exhibition with 36 paintings when he was just 12 years old, and he hasn't put the brush down since. He grew up painting the...

Park City, UT.(Picture Gallery)(Hamilton Aguiar's exhibit)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... The work of artist Hamilton Aguiar was recently exhibited at Redstone Gallery. The artist showcased his unique style of art in which silver leaf is applied over the canvas and images are painted over in oil. Pictured from left are Bill Handler,...

Cleveland.(Picture Gallery)(Cleveland Public Art)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Cleveland Public Art recently featured exhibits from Cleveland artists Ryan Jaenke and Paul Rogers. "The Storefront Installation Series" is inspired by the urban landscape and offers a tour of hand-painted signage,...

Beverly Hills, CA.(Picture Gallery)(David Garibaldi paints Hugh Hefner)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... Artist David Garibaldi let the rhythm, paint and passion fly at the Playboy Mansion. The painting of Hugh Hefner was so sought after that two had to be created. Garibaldi is shown with one of the Hefner portraits. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Chicago.(Picture Gallery)(Gallery Guichard's "Reflections of an Art Mastered: An Introspection" exhibit)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Gallery Guichard recently held "Reflections of an Art Mastered: An Introspection[' featuring the work of Atlanta-based artists Charlotte Riley-Webb and Louis Delsarte. Pictured from left are Delsarte, Riley-Webb...

San Francisco.(Picture Gallery)(artist Serena Bocchino's 'The Jazz Collection' exhibit)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artist Serena Bocchino opened her exhibition titled "The Jazz Collection" at ArtHaus. Bocchino's jazz-inspired paintings seek to capture the essence of the music. Pictured are collectors Janet McCaffery and Deana...

Indianapolis.(Picture Gallery)(Artist John McFaul donates painting to the Bear Creek Gallery to benefit the Indiana Native American Business Association)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bear Creek Gallery hosted artist John McFaul, known for his visual interpretations of mountains, wildlife and the wilderness. McFaul donated a signed and framed piece titled "Through the Aspens--Bear" to gallery...

Laguna Beach, CA.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artist John Szabo was featured as part of the "Winter Blue/ Something Red" exhibit at Marion Meyer Gallery. Shown are gallery owner Marion Meyer and Szabo.

Wilton, CT.(Picture Gallery)(Artist B.J. Faulkner at the 3rd Annual Spring Art Auction)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artist B.J. Faulkner was one of 13 featured artists at the Wilton Newcomers Club 3rd Annual Spring Art Auction at the public library in Wilton, Conn. Proceeds generated from the event were donated to Ambler Farm in...

Beverly Hills, CA.(Picture Gallery)(Celebrity Vault of Beverly Hills welcomes David W. Streets as its director)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Celebrity Vault of Beverly Hills hosted a grand opening and welcomed fine-art dealer David W. Streets as its director. Streets was instrumental in the opening of The Celebrity Vault Gallery, and his clients...

Highland, NY.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Pritzker Gallery paid homage to artist, art critic and writer Liam Nelson (1931-2007) with an exhibition. Pictured from left are Julia Santos Solomon, Basha Ruth Nelson, Marshall Baer, gallery owner Elisa...

Baltimore.(Picture Gallery)(Jeffrey Kent's "The Good, The Bad and the Ugly" exhibit)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Painter and Sub-Basement Artist Studio founder Jeffrey Kent recently featured his show," The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," at the Creative Alliance. It examined society's articles of manhood, from cowboy politicians...

Chicago.(Picture Gallery)(Artist Armando Pedroso's mixed media exhibit)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... Artist Armando Pedroso recently exhibited his unique mixed-media works at the Wiessman Gallery. To create his art, Pedroso uses a mix of recycled and found media, including crushed rocks, copper, aluminum, wire, roofing tar and plaster on wood...

Poughkeepsie, NY.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In honor of National Women's History Month, Barrett Clay Works Art Studio and Gallery held "Hudson Valley Women Working Outside the Box." Gallery director and featured artist Meadow is shown at the event.

Sea Ranch, CA.(Picture Gallery)(Artist Barbara Kelley exhibits her "Astronavigation" series)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artist Barbara Kelley opened her solo exhibit of the "Astronavigation" series at the Sea Ranch Lodge Fireside Gallery. Each of the works exhibited are Kelley's interpretations of images of unknown territories,...

Lahaina, Hawaii.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The fine arts team at Sargent's Fine Art (SFA) in Maul threw an island reception to welcome the new 2008 Energy of Subject (EOS) show. Curt Lee supplied the music as the sun set over the Lahaina shore across the...

Ramsey, NJ.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tom Austin was previously known only for his music as a member of The Royal Teens and composer of "Short Shorts," but he has now found his true calling for art. Fieldstone Fine Art Gallery recently featured Austin as...

Palm Beach, FL.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Supporters of ArtStart had a wonderful time at Amici Ristorante as celebrity bartenders poured drinks, and volunteer models showed off the latest creations from six top fashion designers. Pictured from left is...

Astoria, Or.(Picture Gallery)(Astoria Fine Art Gallery)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Astoria Fine Art Gallery unveiled "Nude Sketch" in bronze by Oregon sculptor David Crawford during Arts Night Out. The sculpture portrays the fragile dichotomy of three-dimensional bronze and the quickly sketched...

Washington, D.C.(Picture Gallery)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... Annie's Art Gallery recently hosted a reception for master printmaker and art professor George H. Smith (Shomari). The event included Shomari's most current creations and witnessed the unveiling of his latest painting. The artist is shown with...

Laguna Beach, CA.(Picture Gallery)(Diana Ferrone Gallery's reception for artist Suzan Woodruf)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... Diana Ferrone Gallery held an opening reception for acclaimed flow artist, Suzan Woodruf. Known for her technical sophistication, Woodruff's expressionist abstracts explore the physics of fluidity. Pictured from left are collector Stuart...

Marietta, GA.(Picture Gallery)(Paul Robinson Fine Art's event at its new gallery and their donation to Chick-Fil-A)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... Paul Robinson Fine Art recently hosted an open house event at its new 3,000 square-foot gallery showroom. Trudy Cathy White, daughter of Chick-Fil-A founder Truett Cathy, presented an inspirational message on balance in life. The gallery...

New York.(Picture Gallery)(Frick Collection's exhibit of Parmigianino's 'Antea')(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Frick Collection hosted The Young Fellows Ball in support of the museum's education program. This year's theme was "Un Ballo in Maschera," inspired by the special loan of Parmigianino's "Antea" to the Frick from...

Jersey City, NJ.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... Eight students from one of art critic Arlene Raven's past classes recently held an exhibition in her honor. Shown in the front row from left: Elaine Angelopoulos, Joanne Ungar, Kerry Kehoe; back row from left: Amanda Guest, Janet Goldner, Julie...

Salem, MA.(Picture Gallery)(Kensington-Stobart Gallery hosts a reception for photographer Bill Kelley)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kensington-Stobart Gallery recently hosted a reception for photographer Bill Kelley at the opening of his show, "Visual Narratives... Visual Expressions." Kelley hopes to show how visual representation relies...

Covington, IN.(Picture Gallery)(Debra Duncan and James Deschene opens the Fourth Street Gallery)(Brief article)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Debra Duncan and James Deschene recently opened the Fourth Street Gallery in the small community of Covington. The gallery's goal is to bring original fine art to the community and to inspire future artists. The new...

Marshall, MI.(Picture Gallery)(Photograph)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Photographer Scott Buttrick proudly opened Gallery 105 to the historic Marshall area as a gallery for local artists. Buttrick is shown below cutting the ribbon at opening night.

Q&A with Isaac Aviram: meet Isaac Aviram, owner of A&E Fine Art.(Interview)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Q. You took an interest in art as a young adult in Tel Aviv. What was the artistic culture like at that time in Israel? At the end of the 1970s, Israel was a relatively young and naive country, and materialism...