Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Oil Painting Workshop with Ellen Keane





Oil-Painting Workshop - Event
Friday, June 14, 2013 1:00:00 PM - 5:30:00 PM
Description: All materials are provided in this workshop to learn basic techniques for oil painting. Each student leaves with a completed 12x16" painting. Cost is $45. Please pre-register. Limited enrollment.
Location: Cocoa Beach Library, Cocoa Beach,
Community Room
Contact: For more details contact the Information Desk.
(321) 868-1104



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Saturday, May 18, 2013

Thanks to.... Jini James and to the Art Gallery of Viera

Thanks to the Art Gallery of Viera for renewal of their sponsor ad on Brevard Art News.  And, thanks to Jini James for renewal of her sponsor ad on Brevard Art News.

Please click on their ads in the left column and see what they are doing in the art world of Brevard.


Your continued support is greatly appreciated.

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Surf Art Camp




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Friday, May 17, 2013

Nancy Hamlin-Vogler exhibits at the Fifth Avenue Art Gallery

Swimming in the Infinite: A solo Exhibition by Nancy Hamlin-Vogler
Melbourne, FL--Nancy Hamlin-Vogler will explore the Infinite in her solo show at the Fifth Avenue Art Gallery. The show  runs through June 2nd

Hamlin-Vogler’s artwork is thoughtful and intuitive, using mixed mediums on prepared paper. Her favorite materials combine acrylic paints with gesso, pastels, charcoal pencil and pasted paper elements from her silkscreens and drawings. “My work reflects my roots in Cape Cod and Maine, with worldwide travels, an M.A. in French literature, and studies in Buddhism enriching life’s journey.”


Fifth Avenue Art Gallery
321-259-8261 1470 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, Florida 32935  http://www.fifthavenueartgallery.com


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Bright House presents FOCUS



BRIGHT HOUSE TV CABLE NETWORK
Presents
F O C U S

FEATURING THE ARTS IN BREVARD COUNTY

JUNE 2013 PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE
Channel 49

 Monday 8 pm; Wednesday 7:30 pm; Thursdays 6:30 pm

June 3, 5, 6, 2013—Dan Downey, Oils, DEMO
                  
June 10,12,13, 2013-- Duke Pointek, Mixed Media Gourds,  DEMO

June 17, 19, 20, 2013—Mary Pasquarelli. Watercolors
                                       Tricia Eisen--Oils

June 24, 26, 27, 2013--Phyllis Shipley, Water Media Artist, DEMO


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Thursday, May 16, 2013

Viera Fall Festival




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NEW CLASSES AT INDIAN RIVER POTTERY STUDIO



 
Our Summer Schedule is listed on our website:  www.indianriverpotterystudio.com, where online registration is also available.

We are offering a summer class for kids 10 and up in Pottery and Mosaics.  We are also encouraging a fun parent-child experience in our Fused Glass Class on Mondays.  We invite you to explore your creativity in new artistic media at our beautiful and welcoming studio.  Join us for classes, bring a friend, and make new ones!!

Valerie Karas
Director
Indian River Pottery Studio, LLC
1542 Guava Avenue
Eau Gallie Arts District
Melbourne, FL  32935
321-543-3645



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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

ART AND ANTIQUE STUDI0 & GALLERY EAU GALLIE ART WALK PRESENTS LUCILLE MORSE BRONZE SCULPTURES & ICONS




The creative bronze pieces and beautiful icons are a result of Lucille’s early start with creativity.  Right from the start-she was happiest when she brought into play her imagination and began creating “objects”.  Her thought-provoking bronze sculptures and paintings are refreshing objects to everyone.  They leave you with the feeling of, “how can they be so grounded, but beautiful to the touch."  Her objective is to create beauty through form and balance which invites the viewer to touch and move about her sculptures. 
   
Lucille has a number of Icons included in the Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton, MA, served as Art Director for the Aurora, CO “Master Pieces” city-wide community art project involving several hundred people, and she founded and owned the AMP Fine Art Gallery in Colorado which featured and promoted local Artists, Musicians, and Poets (AMP).  Lucille has also worked as an artist/instructor with a broad spectrum of people including gifted children, Alzheimer’s patients, special needs adults, and dyslexic students. Morse is currently working through the Charles Bargue Drawing Course with a personal goal of increasing her ability to express her creative ideas with more intensity.  Morse earned a BFA from Metropolitan State College, CO and has exhibited her work locally and nationally in several juried art shows.
Eau Gallie Art Walk

Open Reception: Friday, June 7 – 5:30 – 8:30pm

Where:              Art and Antique Studio & Gallery – 1419 Highland Avenue

Phone:                       321-253-5553

                        Light refreshments will be served


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Monday, May 13, 2013

Open House at the Off Center Art Center

The local Off Center Art Center gallery in Eau Gallie, will have an open house exhibiting the art work of local artist Heather Everett (resident artist of the Off Center Art Center). The open house will take place on May 25th between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm.

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Saturday, May 11, 2013

Writing as Art Workshop with David W. Stewart

Where: Stone Fire Art Gallery; 2500 S. Washington Ave.; Titusville, Florida 32780  
When: June 6, 13,20 and 27
Time: 7:00 to 8:00 PM  
Who: David W, Stewart will lead the workshop. . David W. Stewart will lead the Writing as Art workshop It will be held on four consecutive Thursday evenings and will cover:  

Session 1 (June 6, 2013):  Why do you want to write? Explore various genre, forms and styles. Differing objectives require specific approaches and tools.  

Session 2 (June 13, 2013): Practice formulating and creating first drafts of your writing. Discover your voice and tone. Investigate diverse means of expression.  

Session 3 (June 20, 2013): Submit your work for critique by others. Review the efforts of others and learn to read critically and make useful comments. Revise and evaluate your writing.

 Session 4 (June 27, 2013): Format your writing for release. Examine various approaches to printing, publishing and distribution. Set your goals to continue your writing adventure.

Join others in this writing experience. 

To register for the workshop, email David W Stewart at  david@coreopsis.gs Attend all or one session... 

Drop ins are welcome as well.

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Opportunity for Artists...


The Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce is seeking donations, artists, and sponsorships for our 2nd Annual “An Evening of Art and Jewelry” (including sports memorabilia), Thursday, June 20th, 5:30PM-9:00PM at the Holiday Inn Express in Palm Bay.  This is a key fundraising event for the Chamber of Commerce which supports the business and economic development of the communities and is a popular, well attended, upscale evening event which also features an auction.


They are reaching out to the local art community and would love to have a piece of your beautiful work to showcase and auction at the event.  In exchange of your donation, you will receive:



  1. a space at the event
  2. 1 free ticket for an additional guest
  3. be featured in their printed program, and announced during that evening


They will also need your business cards, bio and any other literature you may have, to display by your showcased donation, so people may contact you further.


The Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization that has been serving the businesses in Palm Bay and surrounding areas on the Florida Space Coast for over 23 years.  Their goal is to continuously improve the business climate and build opportunities for growth in our region.  We accomplish this through programs focused on advocacy, economic development, events and direct services to our members.  Here are just a few of our key purposes:



·                Public Affairs – works with our members and elected officials at the local, county, state and federal levels to develop pro-business advocacy positions.

·                Economic Development – helps to develop economic growth in our key industries:  health care, manufacturing, information technology, financial services, military, aerospace, hospitality / tourism and more.

·                Membership Development – engages all members in making the most of their Chamber membership, including ribbon cuttings, grand openings, networking opportunities and enlisting members in our councils and committees.


They appreciate your consideration and hope you will be able to donate an item for their fundraising auction.  

Contact: CYNTHIA DALE | Marketing Manager

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The Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce


4100 Dixie Highway NE Palm Bay, FL 32905

PH: 321-951-9998   |   Fax: 321-473-8904
www.greaterpalmbaychamber.com

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Friday, May 10, 2013

News from Erika Masterson




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Call for Art - Indian River Gallery




You are invited to submit your artwork for display in the Indian River Gallery in Cocoa Village, on our Guest Wall.

The May theme is "Man Cave"  Art YOU feel Dad would like to receive on Father's Day.

 Art take-in has been extended to Wednesday, May 15.
Public Reception May 18, 6-8:00 PM
Take Down JUNE 8.

The June Show Theme will be Floral.  Anything with flowers!

If you are interested in participating in these events, please submit an image of each piece of your work to info@IndianRiverArtGallery.com  include your contact info and the approximate size of each piece.  The gallery responds via email to all inquiries, contact Maria (321-305-6947) by phone if you do not receive a response. 

Once accepted, a fee of $25.00 per piece will be charged.  Gallery commission on sale will be 20%. The artist is welcome and encouraged to attend the public receptions to introduce the new artwork and mingle with guests.  

Call 321-305-6947 for more information.


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Thursday, May 9, 2013

Classes at the Foosaner


Great new classes coming up at the Foosaner.

Clay Heads Mini-Term


The Renee Foosaner Education Center presents Clay Heads Mini-Term, a 3-class workshop that is part of the Foosaner’s Summer Session.

Instructor Elaine Rowgo will lead students as they create, finish and glaze hollow clay portraits, gently sculpting facial features from the inside out.  Rowgo is an instructor at the Renee Foosaner Education Center and  has a bachelor’s of fine arts degree in painting from Carnegie-Mellon University.  She teaches the popular Creative Play in Clay at the Education Center, continuing her 30-year career as a pottery instructor.

Clay Heads Mini-Term is a great way to become acquainted with the Renee Foosaner Education Center, or for continuing students.  Materials, tools, glazing and firing of finished piece included in the cost of the workshop.  Spend a few relaxing evenings in May exploring your creative self at the Renee Foosaner Education Center.

Location: 1520 Highland Ave. in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne, (321) 674-8923

Day/Time : Tuesdays (May 14, 21 and 28) 6-9 pm

Price: Non-Members - $75  Members - $60

 
Plates and Platters on the Potter’s Wheel

The Renee Foosaner Education Center presents Plates and Platters on the Potter’s Wheel, part of the Foosaner’s Summer Session.  In this 2-part class students will make wheel-thrown forms that provide surfaces upon which foods may be displayed and/or served. These flat forms are ideal for serving and displaying food in special ways. After forming the serving vessels, students will explore different slipping and texturing techniques for embellishment. Following bisque firing, glaze techniques and execution will be explored. Prior experience on the wheel is required for this class.   Bobbie McMillan has a B.F.A. in ceramics with a minor in art history from the University of Houston and has graduate courses from Haliburtion School of Fine Arts in Ontario, Canada, California State University, and Walden University.

Location:  1520 Highland Ave. in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne, (321) 674-8923

Day/Time:  Thursday (May 23 and 30) 9am – 1pm

Price:  Non-Members - $80  Members - $60

 Summer Series - Drawing I

Serhat Tanyolacar

6 week course. Drawing I presents a strong introduction to basic drawing concepts. It is designed for both experienced art students who want to develop portfolios and beginners who have little or no previous experience in art and want to develop aesthetic understanding and drawing skills.

Projects are based on subjects such as the human figure, still life and landscape and may incorporate media such as charcoal, graphite, ink, and pencil.

Location:  1520 Highland Ave. in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne, (321) 674-8923

Day/Time:  Friday    May 17, 2013 – Jun 21, 2013         4:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Price:  Non-Members - $130  Members - $120


 Registration

More classes are available online!  Students may register online or by calling 321.674.8923 between 9am-1pm.

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Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Summer Art Camp at the Foosaner




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Call for Children's Art


Call for entries
2013 Titusville Sea Turtle Festival
Children's Art Competition
held at
The Downtown Gallery
 
 
    Children and students K-6 are invited to enter the 3rd Annual Titusville Sea Turtle Festival's Children's Art Competition.
 
    Entries should be no larger than 14x18 inches, in 2-D format, ready to hang.  Organizers request one entry per student. 
 
    The artwork will be on display June 14 and 15 at The Downtown Art Gallery in Titusville.An Award Reception will be held on Saturday, June 15th from 2 to 3 p.m. Mayor Jim Tulley will be on hand to announce the winners at 3 p.m.  
 
    Awards include 1st place & Honorable Mention in each group, one "Best Depiction of Theme" award and one People's Choice award.  Winning artwork will receive gifts including art supplies and gift certificates from area businesses and will be used in 2014 Sea Turtle Festival promotional materials.
 
    Tape a 3x5" card to the back of each entry listing the child's name, age, grade and contact information- either the parents name and phone number or their teacher/ camp counselor's name and phone number.
 
    Mail or take entries to The Downtown Gallery at 335 S. Washington Ave., historic downtown Titusville 32796.   Call Heidi Thamert at 321-268-0122 for information.
 
 


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Monday, May 6, 2013

Art in the Lobby



“Art in the Lobby”
2nd Annual Reception
A Fundraiser to benefit Brevard Botanical Garden


May 11, 2013    
6:00pm- 8:00pm
Brevard County UF/IFAS Extension Office
3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, FL

 Showcasing the work of local artists

Art, Music, Wine, and Hors d’oeuvres
Individual Tickets: $10
“Ticket for Two”: $20

Tickets available for purchase from BBG Board members, at the door,


Hosted by Brevard Botanical Garden


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