Latest news releases for Art and Entertainment Fine Art from PRWeb 2009-11-16T09:24:50Z http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prweb_logo_hv2.jpg PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://www.prweb.com/atom10/ $lastmod Former contents of ultra-luxe Yellowstone Club offered with no reserves at Kamelot Auction House, November 21st at 10am (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/KamelotYellowstoneCltn/111609/prweb3210174.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/KamelotYellowstoneCltn/111609/prweb3210174.htm $lastmod Librarian of Congress James H. Billington today named music legend Paul McCartney as the recipient of the third Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. An all-star tribute concert is planned for spring 2010. (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Library_of_Congress/Gershwin_Prize/prweb3211984.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Library_of_Congress/Gershwin_Prize/prweb3211984.htm $lastmod The new line of wicker log baskets is the latest to join the growing wicker basket collection at The Basket Lady. By working directly with the Indonesian weavers and doing their own importing, The Basket Lady is able to offer a large selection of unique wicker baskets at near wholesale prices. (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/wicker/logbaskets/prweb3193214.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/wicker/logbaskets/prweb3193214.htm $lastmod Celebrity auctioneer Tere Morris keeps the energy and cash flowing this fund raising season. (PRWeb Nov 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3211344.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3211344.htm $lastmod A Week Long Celebration of Great Design in West Hollywood (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3198544.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3198544.htm $lastmod Coco O’Connor, International recording artist and new age ambient vocalist acknowledged today her support of the evolution of Independent music in recent years, after her award nomination for “new age ambient” song at The Hollywood Music In Media Awards being held November 19, 2009 in Hollywood, California. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196904.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3196904.htm $lastmod Gal In Sky Publishing Company is offering a pre-release book promotion for its latest offering, Patchwork and Ornament: A Woman's Journey of Life, Love, and Art by Jeanette Feldman. Patchwork and Ornament will be available for a discounted price, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Donorschoose.org to benefit arts in the schools. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3194554.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3194554.htm $lastmod A new fine art canvas free of unstable whitening agents that deteriorate and yellow over time, Lyve, has been launched by Breathing Color, Inc. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3194364.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3194364.htm $lastmod Susan York, minimalist sculptor and assistant professor of art at the College of Santa Fe, delivered a guest lecture at the Santa Fe Art Institute on "Memory: Shadow and Light; Art as individual/collective memory." York is participating in the Santa Fe Art Institute's 2009 Visiting Artist and Lecture Season. The Santa Fe Art Institute is located on the College of Santa Fe campus. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3194414.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3194414.htm $lastmod The BIGGEST display of AIDS Memorial Panel Quilts in Southern California be on display as part of HOLLYWOOD REMEMBERS, a multimedia musical event ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2009 at Hollywood Lutheran Church. The centerpiece for the event will be the world premiere of an original musical Red Ribbon, written especially for that evening by Joe Lawrence and directed by Jerry Craig. Money raised by this year’s event will benefit Women Alive, a community based organization providing assistance to women living with HIV. The reception for the evening will include an art show by young people affected by HIV/AIDS, displaying original works of art. Admission for the event is free. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186874.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186874.htm $lastmod In the Beginning: Artists Respond to Genesis will open November 18 in light-filled, spacious Winnick Gallery housed at the Manhattan-based Center for Jewish History. The exhibition is uniquely designed to create a dialogue between new installations by contemporary artists and historical representations of the ancient story of creation. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/gary/winnick/prweb3192114.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/gary/winnick/prweb3192114.htm $lastmod Robert Flaxman, founder of Deep Feed-Back Screenplay Consulting, will analyze and develop the script that wins the ‘Writers on the Storm’ Screenplay Contest. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/screenplayconsultant/RobertFlaxman/prweb3194984.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/screenplayconsultant/RobertFlaxman/prweb3194984.htm $lastmod Founder of ColgroveFineArt.com, Judy Farrance, created an online business to promote and distribute the beautifully crafted paintings of her father-in-law, Ron Colgrove. With exclusive online rights to his work, Farrance's site is the only place to find these impressionistic pieces. Shoppers are encouraged to visit the Web site's newly implemented blog to learn how to properly protect and frame their artwork. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186254.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3186254.htm $lastmod Masterpieces From Paris hits the National Gallery of Australia this December. Rydges Canberra Hotels are offering an NGA Masterpieces package that includes accommodations, breakfast and exhibition tickets for two - all starting at just $155 per night. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3179094.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3179094.htm $lastmod Equestrian complex, just north of Dallas, Texas features boarding stables, indoor and outdoor arenas, paddocks and more than 10 acres of horse riding trails. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3183814.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3183814.htm $lastmod Richland College of the Dallas County Community College District is now accepting entries for its juried art show, “Water: More of Less,” which opens January 30. The juried exhibition focuses on the role of water and sustainability within the environment. Entries are due by Sat., Dec. 5. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3172724.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3172724.htm $lastmod Second living female member of the “Monuments Men” identified; Received a Bronze Star for D-Day service (PRWeb Nov 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3188434.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3188434.htm $lastmod New Counter Catalog Designed to Make the Most of your Holiday Sales (PRWeb Nov 9, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/wholesale_jewelry_supply/colored_diamond_jewelry/prweb3170374.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/wholesale_jewelry_supply/colored_diamond_jewelry/prweb3170374.htm $lastmod Wellness Retreat will partner with Reiki master and Estaryia Venus to offer rare opportunity for those who attend the Summer 2010 retreat in Umbria. (PRWeb Nov 9, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/wellness/prweb3174664.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/wellness/prweb3174664.htm $lastmod Nude Nite, the largest nude art show in the U.S. seeks art of all media for its upcoming 2010 shows in Orlando, February 11-13 and Tampa, March 4-6, 2010. (PRWeb Nov 9, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3174514.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3174514.htm $lastmod Houston artist takes a chance with a new art movement (PRWeb Nov 8, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3171364.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3171364.htm $lastmod Sourcing Items of Fine and Decorative Art Made Easy with Launch of Innovative Global Online Personal Shopper Service for Discerning Interior Decorators (PRWeb Nov 6, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/art/antiques/prweb3165694.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/art/antiques/prweb3165694.htm $lastmod The paintings of renowned Jamaican-born artist, Abba Yahuda, will be on display at the California Institute of Integral Studies’ (CIIS) Minna Street Center from November 6 through December 18, 2009. A reception party will take place on Friday, November 20 from 7pm-11pm. (PRWeb Nov 6, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3164884.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3164884.htm $lastmod Pacific Northwest Traveling Art Show (http://thecollectionartshow.tumblr.com/) to Feature a Variety of Mediums, Including Printmaking, Charcoal, Painting and Photography (PRWeb Nov 5, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/The_Collection/Art_Show/prweb3168254.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/The_Collection/Art_Show/prweb3168254.htm $lastmod A new kind of children's bible, just in time for the Christmas season (PRWeb Nov 5, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/bible/stories/prweb3106554.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/bible/stories/prweb3106554.htm $lastmod Unlike most popular fashion networking sites, emcBlue.com is free to join and doesn't charge a fee for users to be able to contact other site members. emcBlue.com will provide the extra boost that any new model or photographer needs to get started, and with emcBlue's vivid colors users will looks hip and stylish while doing so. (PRWeb Nov 5, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/emcblue/fashionandphotography/prweb3153634.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/emcblue/fashionandphotography/prweb3153634.htm $lastmod Popular Saratoga Springs gallery features local, national and international artist works (PRWeb Nov 5, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3161874.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3161874.htm $lastmod Portrait artist Yasmeen Harper now offers commissioned portraits of adults, couples, children and pets to customers across the country with her recent launch of FaceValuePortraits.com. She works from clients' photographs and suggests that a work of custom portrait art makes the perfect gift any time of year. The website offers an extensive gallery of her artwork, a variety of portrait sizes to choose from, easy online ordering and timely delivery of completed work. (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/portraits/portraiture/prweb2865594.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/portraits/portraiture/prweb2865594.htm $lastmod Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Old Friends, Inc. unveils a new website dedicated to offering unique gift-giving opportunities: vintage, one-of-a-kind metal bookends. The site features a selection categorized by theme, ranging from art deco to sports to animals and more. (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/antiquebookends/metalbookends/prweb3153964.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/antiquebookends/metalbookends/prweb3153964.htm $lastmod A custom portrait panting reflects the essence of Christmas – togetherness with the family. Christmas is less than two months away and a month is needed to produce each painting. To ensure delivery in time for the holidays, order before November 15. (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/portrait-painting/special-christmas-gift/prweb3155384.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/portrait-painting/special-christmas-gift/prweb3155384.htm $lastmod Award winning company customizes home décor and gifts to bring the personal touch back to gift giving. Clients choose a product template from The Studio's wide range of wall décor and add their own personalized text and photos to create the perfect gift. (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3150764.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3150764.htm $lastmod The world's largest movie poster archive launches a worldwide campaign to find the perfect lasting legacy. The Movie Poster Archive is searching for the right person or entity to own and attach their name to the over 12,000 posters represented in the collection so they will be accessible to moviegoers for years to come. (PRWeb Nov 3, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3129084.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3129084.htm $lastmod Dawn will offer a preview and lecture on Thursday, November 12th at 6:30 p.m., and a cocktail reception will be held Friday from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Also, meet Dawn in the gallery Saturday and Sunday, November 14th and 15th from 10:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. (PRWeb Nov 2, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Artist_Dawn_Gaskill/Moses_Gallery_Exhibit/prweb3135264.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Artist_Dawn_Gaskill/Moses_Gallery_Exhibit/prweb3135264.htm $lastmod Artists interested in applying to the MountainMade artist jury must submit applications and work samples by Monday, November 16, 2009. The West Virginia artist organization conducts a jury process three times each year and supports its artists through sales, marketing and e-commerce. (PRWeb Nov 2, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3139664.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3139664.htm $lastmod Start your holiday celebrations with glorious Christmas music from across the centuries as Bellevue Chamber Chorus presents A Child Is Born on December 5 and 6, 2009. (PRWeb Nov 2, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3143734.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3143734.htm $lastmod "Breaking Through." the debut poetry book by Bob Mitchley covers an array of timely subjects."Yeah, it's personal stuff, but it's something everybody goes through, you know, a life storm."says the author."I laid it all on the line, and found there is hope". (PRWeb Nov 1, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb2691424.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb2691424.htm $lastmod Aperture Academy, featuring the nature and outdoor photography of award-winning San Jose professional photographer, Stephen W. Oachs, is much more than a beautiful gallery; it is the premier destination for learning all things related to digital photography. (PRWeb Nov 1, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3142584.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3142584.htm $lastmod A previously unknown work by Norman Rockwell of a young man playing a harmonica entitled "That Musical Pal of Mine." was recently auctioned by Pennsylvania auctioneers Pook & Pook Inc. The painting was commissioned by the Vice President and General Manager of Hohner's U.S. operation in the 1920s which is of his son. (PRWeb Oct 31, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3134764.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3134764.htm $lastmod Visitors to this year’s Historic Alexandria Antiques Show can receive free verbal appraisals by antiques (http://www.armacostantiquesshows.com) expert Todd Peenstra. (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3132454.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3132454.htm $lastmod ArtSavvy is an all-encompassing free social-networking website for Artists and Art Appreciators. ArtSavvy enables Art Appreciators to regionally search for art. This allows Art Appreciators to find Art that they believe they would like online, and actually see that Art in person. Ultimately saving Art Appreciators time, money, and ultimately they end up more satisfied with the Art they have purchased. (PRWeb Oct 29, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3113014.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3113014.htm