Brevard Art News - November 2, 2008

News for the week:

Central Brevard Art Association Third Annual Show

The xrt Central Brevard Art Association is holding their third annual art show and sale at the Heritage Isle Clubhouse on November 8th and 9th. This year, CBAA is inviting 10 student artists from Rockledge and Viera High Schools to exhibit with their member artists.

There is a juried section and all media will be accepted.

Friday, November 7th, 4:00 p.m. Juried Selection. A private reception will follow at 5:00 p.m. for participating artists.

The show is open to the public with no admission fee on Saturday, November 8th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 9th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Take a chance at winning an original piece of art, with proceeds of the raffle benefitting the CBAA Scholarship Program.

The Heritage Isle Clubhouse is located at 6800 Legacy Blvd. off Wickham Road in Viera. From 1-95, take exit 191 (Wickham Road) and go west through the traffic circle approximately 1 mile and turn right onto Legacy Blvd. at the entrace to Heritage Isle Community.

The show is free and open to the public. For further information, contact the show chairperson, Robert Koeppel at 698-8081. The CBAA is a 501c3, not for profit organization, promoting art and artists in Brevard County since 1960.

Artwork Deer by Robert Koeppel and Giraffe by Denice VanWaardenburg

Titusville Art League Fall Art and Craft Show and Sale.

On Friday, November 7th and Saturday, November 8th, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., the Titusville Art League will present its Fall Art and Craft Show and Sale. Don't miss it.

The members of the Titusville Art League will present their work in a wide variety of media. There will be art demonstrations and live music on both days. Titusville members work in pastels, oils, pottery, watercolors, wood sculpture, pen and ink, glass, graphite, mixed media, photography, and digital art. Many of these pieces will be for sale. Art makes a beautiful statement for your home or great gift for the holidays.

The show will be at The House of Ashkelon, 1561 Park Avenue, Titusville, Florida 32706. The show is free and open to the public. For information, call Dot White (321) 267-9363, Bob Bielling (321) 267-2573, and Connie Allen (321) 482-6413. (photo courtesy of Franci Kettman. "Coleus" Merit Award winner in the Spring 2008 show.)

Food and Wine Tasting with the Cultural Experience of an Art Show and Music...

Join the owners of NorRoma's Fine Italian Restaurant and artists for an evening of art and enjoyment.

NorRoma's Fine Italian Restaurant (formerly known as Villa Roma) is located at 1253 Florida Avenue; Rockledge, Florida 32955. Owners Norman and Carrie Earley and Manager Angie Sopher (321) 690-6511. invite you to join them on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 for food and wine tasting from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for $10.00. They will be featuring five Italian wines and will provide samples of some of their delicious signature dishes. You are invited to enjoy a fun night with friendly people and a great atmosphere.

Entertainment will be supplied by Tom Hueston of Hueston Music and 20 artists will be exhibiting their work. The artists are: Rafael Picon, Jerry Hanzl, Pearl Ollie, Kate and Jim Johannsen, Richard Berstrom, Chrys Bamman, Barbara Jenkins, Joe Marshall, Diana Gustafson, Melodie Tucker, Howard Weil, Deb Sanger Evans, Donna Harvie, Candice Johnson, Linda Schneider, Lis Hilton, Kyong and Caroline Han, and Lou Belcher. (Digital art by Jerry Hanzl; painting by Pearl Ollie)

American Impressionist Society's 9th Annual National Juried Exhibition.

Congratulations to Sandy Johnson. She was accepted into the American Impressionsit Society's 9th Annual National Juried Exhibition. This year, this exhibit is being held at the prestigious Coda Fine Art Gallery in Palm Desert, California, from November 22 to December 22, 2008. The judge for the exhibit will be Calvin Liang. Sandy Johnson's pastel titled "Jerome" was the piece selected. It was also included in an editorial on the AIS show in the November issue of the American Art Collector magazine, page 105.

New Artist Reception at Art Gallery & Studio of Melbourne

On November 6th, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. there will be a one-year anniversary and special reception for the new artists joining the Art Gallery & Studio of Melbourne. There will be free drinks, food, and music. The public is invited to celebrate with the gallery. The new artists are Wally Berger, Barbara Paul, Laura Rabbits, Trish Storey, and Gloria Summerfield.

The featured artist for November is Diana Beecham. Please go by the studio to see her work and the work of the new artists. ThHe Art Gallery & Studio is located in Downtwon Melbourne at 802 East New Haven Avenue. For information call 729-9368. (Pottery by Barbara Paul)

Artists Sell Works at Artisan's Market

The following artists will present their work:

• Marg Kuhl, pottery and paintings
• Diane Reynolds, whimsical mixed media boxes
• Nita Terry, paintings
• Misha Jackson, jewelry
• Kim Gell, soy candles
• Brevard Achievenment Center clients, art
• Kim Church, pottery
• Pam Werneth, jewelry
• Becki Butler, handmade glass.... and more.

The exhibit and sale will be at the Artisans Market at Juice-N-Java on Wednesday, November 5, 2008, from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. Juice-N-Java is located at 75 North Orlando Avenue in downtown Cocoa Beach.

Harris Gallery at the King Center for the Performing Arts

The art in the Harris Gallery of the King Center for the Performing Arts is about to change. The November exhibit will be the works of Marion S. Ott. Her daughter has generously offered the works for viewing by the public. The opening and viewing of the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Please plan to attend.

Marion S. Ott (1908 to 1996) traveled with her husband to military posts in Japan and Germany in the years after World War II. While in the Far East, she studied and developed her skills in painting and flower arranging. Her aim was to combine both the traditional Chinese and Western art techniques to express her individuality. Her style combined the classic with the contemporary, thereby creating her own style with the characteristically simple flowing brush strokes of the oriental masters.

She had many one-woman shows in the Virginia, Washington, DC, and Palm Beach, Florida areas. She exhibited internationally and won many awards. In 1990, she was named distinguished artist teacher of the Sumi-e Society. At one point, she was awarded the Brumbacher Silver Medal. Her paintings are found in numerous private collections and she did many commissioned works.

Be sure to make time to see this exhibit at the opening on Thursday, November 6, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

(Thanks to Christal Wood, daughter of Marion S. Ott for the biography of her mother.)

First Friday in Eau Gallie for November

Art and Antique Studio and Gallery; Holiday Boutique of Artists

The Art and Antique Studio and Gallery will have an opening reception for their Holiday Boutique on Friday, November 7, 2008, at the gallery at 1419 Highland in Historic Downtown Eau Gallie. The reception will be from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.

Art & Antique Studio and Gallery (321-253-5553) will kick off its holiday season with a Holiday Wish List for Santa’s helpers

Offered for your HOLIDAY WISH/GIFT LIST are:

• hand built clay oriental kimonos by clay artist Kim Darby
• Custom designed, free hanging, stain glass by stained glass artist Sharon Burridge
• Hand wrapped and handmade glass jewelry by Miami artist Heather Molans
• Unusual and funky, handmade ceramic cups by Jill Cole
• Textile fiber items (scarves, aprons, and more) by two artists Deon Donovan and friend
• Raku pottery in all shapes and sizes by Nancy Trezza
• One of a kind, hand made, silver jewelry by Eileen Phinick
• Handcrafted pine needle baskets designed by Ronnie & Bonar Phlabaum. These baskets are embellished with slices of black walnuts and wooden bases
• Wearable fiber art by Ruth Wharton, including African fabrics collected from all over the globe (reversible and washable)
• Gourd Rain Sticks, birdhouses, and designer cell phone purses by local artist Therese Ferguson
• Beautiful, handmade, designer gourd purses by Cynthia Perry
• Unusual femo clay covered pens and colorful, abstract, hand-woven small paper baskets in various shapes and sizes by local crafter/artist Sara Crumpacker

For information call 321-253-5553

Fifth Avenue Art Gallery: 26th Annual Designer Holiday Craft Show

The Fifth Avenue Art Gallery proudly celebrates the holidays with the 16th Annual Designer Holiday Craft Show. You are invited to start your shopping early at the gallery. Choose from exquisite hand made, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. Catch the holiday spirit at the opening reception on the November 7th, from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. visit with the fine craftsmen and artists as you get first dibs for their work and enjoy light refreshments. The reception is free and open to the public. And, that evening, Brett Tam will be demonstrating his work with glass outside the art gallery. The art gallery was established in 1975 and is located in the historic Old Eau Gallie area of Melbourne on Highland Avenue across from the Brevard Art Museum. For information, visit http://www.fifthavenueartgallery.com/

Corner covers for Framed Artwork

Don't miss this.... Are you tired of dents and scratches when you trasport your artwork.

Corner Covers are made large enough to protect both narrow frames and wide detailed frames from knicks and scratches. The durable and water resistant exterior is lined with a cushioned vinyl fabric. Each cover is connected with braided elastic to fit your frame securely. A standard size set of Corner Covers will fit frames up to 24 to 36 inches and sells for $18.00. Custom sizes are available upon request. The artist or hobbiest can use them to safely transport their finished painting across town or state.

Contact: Alice Pickett at 321-259-2481 for more information.

ArtWorks to Feature Street Painters

Florida Chalk Artits Association members will chalk on St. Clair Street at the Eau Gallie Artworks event on November 22 and 23. This "street painting" art form started in Italy nearly 500 years ago. Local Eau Gallie Artist Ed Baranowski, his daughter Lee Jones, and granddaughter Brin Jones (3 generations) will be among the talent. Other artists include Janet Tombros, Judy Pardo, Ron Hawkins, Paulette Colon, Lea Tapley, and Alice Ahrens.

Learn About this art form from accomplished street painters. Yes, you will have to opportunity to get on your knees and create a masterpiece.