MONTCLAIR ARTIST CELEBRATES CHAOS IN OHIO EXHIBITION AND ONLINE

Visionary, philosopher, geek and recent speaker on Visuals and the Power of Metaphors"in Montreal, artist Rupert Ravens,will give away an edition of chromogenic prints to all who request them during his exhibition entitled THE VALUE OF SEQUENCE WITHIN RANDOM MOMENTS OF CHAOS"in Columbus, Ohio, and worldwide via the Internet.

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ART EXHIBITION:     TAKING A CHANCE ON ART

ARTIST TO GIVE AWAY ART IN OHIO GALLERY. EXHIBITION CELEBRATES SCIENCE AND THE RICH PROMISE OF CHAOS.

A limited edition of chromogenic prints will be given away to all who request them during an exhibition of art by Montclair resident, Rupert Ravens, entitled THE VALUE OF SEQUENCE WITHIN RANDOM MOMENTS OF CHAOS," to be held at the Sean Christopher Gallery, 815 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio - and worldwide via the Internet. June 7 thru July 6. Opening Reception - June 7, 6-10 PM, Drawing -- July 5, 6-10 PM.

Montclair, NJ (PRWEB) May 29, 2003. Philosophy -- science -- humanity -- marketing; Chemistry -- biology -- sociology; the economy and philanthropy. Its all connected in the mind of Mr. Ravens - visionary, philosopher, geek and recent speaker on Visuals and the Power of Metaphors" at the 6th International Internet Marketing Conference in Montreal.* They all make up the structure of the world we live in," notes the artist. Ive always been interested in the connections as well as the structures, especially this year as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA."

Equally at home creating, designing or coding with computers and networks as with brushes and paint, NJ Monthly named Mr. Ravens one of the 50 most interesting people in New Jersey in 1997 following the creation of his 15,000 sq. ft. Christopher Columbus Drive mural in Jersey City, NJ.

In the exhibition which can be previewed online at (www.seanchristophergallery.com) from May 31, Mr. Ravens contemplates the synergies between making, marketing and selling art, and addressing social problems such as homelessness, chemical dependency and economic dependence. A portion
of the proceeds will go to Amethyst-Inc, a non-profit alcohol and drug treatment program for homeless and low-income women and their children. He is offering an edition of 100 original prints, each at $106. Along with each print comes a chance to win one or more of a series of prizes.** The artist has also created another limited edition print which will be given away to anyone who requests one during the period of the exhibition, (shipping and handling not included).

Its my way of helping society and giving back through my art," he explained. If someone doesnt have funds to buy one of the works we are selling, they can come in the gallery or contact us online and get a print for free."

The drawing will be held at the gallery on July 5th from 6 -- 10 pm.
**Prizes:
An E-Commerce Website designed and created by the artist utilizing webDNA , value=$6,000.00
An Apple Computer value=$1,000.00
A day with the artist in NYC, including a visit to Cold Harbor Spring Laboratory,
home of James Watson discoverer of the structure of DNA = $PRICELESS
Other prizes to be announced.

Rupert Ravens is the CEO and Creative Director of Nices.com which utilizes metaphors as powerful visualization tools to assist in defining, developing, and deploying unique business 'vessels in the ocean of web marketing. Ravens has designed some of the most recognizable website solutions on the internet, including; ToysRUs, Pfizer, AT&T and other Fortune 500 companies.

Sean Christopher Gallery is a for-profit art space located in the Short North Arts District in Columbus, Ohio, owned and managed by artist, counselor and holistic coach John McCutcheon MFA, CCDCIII-E. Featuring drawing, collage, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture and installation art, this intimate space accommodates eight to ten small solo and/or group shows each exhibition season. The gallery has represented local and national contemporary artists since March 2002.

Gallery hours are Wednesday through Fridays, 3:30-5:30PM and by appointment. Each art show enjoys one, sometimes two reception(s) during the Columbus monthly Gallery Hop, the first Saturday of each month, 6:00-10:00PM.

Amethyst - provides alcohol and drug treatment, permanent supportive housing, intensive case management for homeless and low-income women and their children. Our program focuses on addiction and emphasizes the role that poverty plays in perpetuating drug and alcohol use. The model also addresses issues resulting from poverty and/or addiction that sabotage recovery and attempts at independence. Our goal is to assist all of our clients in achieving life- long sobriety, permanent housing and economic stability through the development of necessary life skills, including employment. The intent is to have women leave the program who are capable of living responsible and self sufficient lives, independent of chemical addictions and welfare. www.amethyst-inc.com

*Marketing Success Strategies & Tools in Montreal (May, 2003)
Visuals and the Power of Metaphors
Rupert Ravens, CEO of Nices.Com

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