Brevard Art News - September 28, 2008
Artist of the Month -- Therese Ferguson
Therese Ferguson just returned from Delray Beach where her painting "Green Bromeliads" was accepted into the 2008 Florida Watercolor Society Show. The painting will hang at the Cornell Museum of Art through the middle of November. She was awarded the Alan R. Chiara Memorial Award and the Daler Rowney Award for this painting. As you can readily see, congratulations are in order. Her paintings stand out due to the strength of her composition and her attention to detail and vibrant colors.
Therese has been working in graphic arts and design for over 30 years. Her major emphases include watercolor and painting on gourds. In addition, she has perfected cutting the gourds into decorative designs. In following her artistic path to the present, she went through periods of designing candles as well.
Therese is very active in the community as her recent and upcoming activities reflect. She just recently painted one of the fiberglass turtles for the Children's Home Society fundraiser, "Turtle Hatchlings." The turtles were auctioned on September 27th. If you haven't seen her turtle, picture it in your mind. First her turtle's name was Sally. She painted Sally to depict a Florida tourist who wasn't afraid to venture here even with the threat of hurricanes. To that end, she gave Sally a bright turquoise shirt with flowers, shorts, sunglasses in her pocket and bright red lips.
Some of the upcoming art events on the horizon for Therese are:
The exhibit features rarely seen paintings from the Guild's private collection. Works by: Bill
Schultz, Ted Gorshner, Jim Winekoff, and Dorothy Sweeney. 
Landmarks Exhibit opens at the King Center
The Artist's Guild of Brevard welcomes artists to attend their weekly Open Studio drawing sessions. Work in the medium of your choice.
Saturdays: Portrait/Figure, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The model is usually seated for one pose. Fees: Guests = $8.00; Members = $6.00; students free.
Windows of Enduring Color
Windows of Enduring Color and Windows of Enduring Beauty can now be found on amazon.com
Sculpture Class with Live Model
Exhibits
PaperWorks. Take-in for the juried exhibit is coming soon. Prepare your artwork now. It's all about paper. The Strawbridge Art League juried exhibit PaperWorks will hold a take-in for submissions to their exhibit on Saturday, October 18th, upstairs in the Henegar Center Ballroom from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. This is the 5th Annual PaperWorks Juried Exhibit. It includes anything that can be done on paper - mixed media, collage, computer art, altered books, photography, watercolor, ink - virtually anything... To enter, you must be a member of the Strawbridge Art League, but you can join at the take-in.
CBAA Featured Artist: Helen Wheately is the featured artist for the Central Breavard Art
Association's exhibit at the Central Brevard Library in Cocoa for September and October. She will be displaying five of her award-winning watercolor and mixed-media paintings in addition to several other pieces, including her latest work titled, "Birds of a Feather." The exhibit will run from August 28th through October 30th. The library is located at 308 Forest Avenue in Cocoa. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 to 9; Friday, 9 to 6; Saturday, 9 to 5; and Sunday, 1 to 5. (painting by Helen Wheatley)
Galleries
Art and Antique Studio at 1419 Highland Avenue, Melbourne,
Florida. Bobbi Q. Brown is the featured artist at the Art and Antique studio during the month of September. She feels we are all born to create. She enjoys sharing her sense of wonder, joy, and beauty in the world around us through art. She loves playing with all the various watercolors, different techniques, and materials. She always dreamed of becoming an artist and took the leap in 1999 after 10 years as a commercial artist. She has appeared in shows and galleries across the country and she finds the local flora and fauna an awesome inspiration. She inspires others by teaching privately and in a classroom setting. Don't miss her exhibit From Mangos to Manatees -- The Colors of Florida. Be sure to stop by during September to see the exhibit of her works. (last few days of this exhibit)
Art Gallery and Studio of Melbourne, 802 East New Haven Avenue, Downtown Melbourne, 321-729-9368. September's featured artist is Erin Terryn (painting on the left). Known for her large, dramatic abstract work, her pieces will be featured for the month. Regular gallery hours are Monday through Saturday 11 to 5 p.m. 
The newest member of the gallery is Gloria Summerford. The piece on the right is an example of her work. You are invited to go by the Art Gallery and Studio to see more of her work.
The Art Gallery and Studio at 802 New Haven Avenue in downtown Melbourne has a special September 11th exhibit on display. The exhibit, "9-11 Remembered" will hang from September 1st thru September 30th. A reception for the exhibit was held on Friday, September 12th, from 6 pm to 8pm. The reception is open to the public. (The painting on the left
is by Mary Herzig and the painting on the right is by Barbara Perlmutter)
These are the last few days of this exhibit.
Brevard Art Museum. Two exhibits are running simultaneously from September 19 to November 9. They are:
Options: Political Cartoons. The museum welcomes Pat Oliphant, Doug MacGregor, Don Adams, Jeff Parker of the Florida Today, and numerous accomplished artists, who use humor and line to comment on the political issues of contemporary society.
Family Ties: Three Generations. Judy Gelles has spent 30 years navigating feminism, motherhood, and developing as an artist. With determination and humor, Gelles provides a social commentary on our lives. Utilizing three generations of family artifacts, Gelles relocates the past, present, and future.
Be sure to stop by to see both exhibits.
The Downtown Gallery in Titusville: The unveiling of the newly expanded showroom at the Downtown Gallery was held on Friday evening, 
September 12th with an opening reception. Different media are showcased, including tropical paintings, bronze sculpture, elegant hand-crafted jewelry, black and white photography and grand landscape photography. The Downtown Gallery is located at 335 S. Washington Avenue (US 1) in charming downtown Titusville. For more information, call 321-268-0122. The picture is "A Magical Moment in Time" taken in Glacier National Park by artist Dale Nichols. And the sculpture is "Infinity" by artist Yure Lima de Alencar.
Fifth Avenue Art Gallery at 1470 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, Florida. Be sure to stop by during September to see its 3rd Annual 100% Pure Florida juried exhibition. This exhibit features the astonishing and multi-faceted talents of artists who live and work in Florida. The artwork is 2 and 3-dimensional with diverse subject matter and media. These Florida artists represent the very best talents Florida has to offer in many media. And, be sure to stop by to vote for the Viewer's Choice Award. (last few days of this exhibit)
Opportunities and Services
October: National Art & Framing Month
Thousands of frame shops and art galleries will be celebrating with a variety of special events and programs designed to promote the enjoyment of art as a part of daily life.
Founded in 1997, National Art and Framing Month is an opportunity to "Picture the Possibilities" that art and framing can bring to homes, offices, and public spaces.
Vivian C. Kistler, director of the NA&FM Council, believes that individual businesses can play a key roll in generating interest in the arts. "For the past few decades, budget cuts have forced schools to reduce or even eliminate art programs. It is now more important than ever for frame shops and art galleries to help the public understand and enjoy art."
Art has been an important part of human society since the earliest scrawlings on cave walls, and picture framing preserves and displays artwork to hang on the walls of homes, offices, and public spaces. National Art and Framing Month shines a spotlight on this essential aspect of our culture.
To "Picture the Possibilities" that art and framing can do for you, stop by Art Expressions and help us celebrate. Art Expressions is located in the Eau Gallie Arts District at: 1404 Highland Avenue. www.ArtExpressionsFineCustomFraming.com.
Great Opportunity for Artists: Sevenartists.com is the newest creation from
http://www.digitalartbyjerry.com/, local artist Jerry Hanzl. He is offering a free web page to local artists on http://www.sevenartists.com/, in an attempt to draw more attention to the great talent in our area. If you have an existing website, he will create a lead-in page from the site. If it is your only web presence, Jerry will give you a more involved page. His service is free and done in his spare time, donations are accepted. It is on a first-come, first-serve basis and subject to review. Email Jerry at jerryhanzl@yahoo.com and join the seven. If you're trying to create a presence on the Internet, here's an opportunity for you. (Digital art by Jerry Hanzl)
Organizations and Meetings:
Therese Ferguson just returned from Delray Beach where her painting "Green Bromeliads" was accepted into the 2008 Florida Watercolor Society Show. The painting will hang at the Cornell Museum of Art through the middle of November. She was awarded the Alan R. Chiara Memorial Award and the Daler Rowney Award for this painting. As you can readily see, congratulations are in order. Her paintings stand out due to the strength of her composition and her attention to detail and vibrant colors. 
Therese has been working in graphic arts and design for over 30 years. Her major emphases include watercolor and painting on gourds. In addition, she has perfected cutting the gourds into decorative designs. In following her artistic path to the present, she went through periods of designing candles as well. 
Therese is very active in the community as her recent and upcoming activities reflect. She just recently painted one of the fiberglass turtles for the Children's Home Society fundraiser, "Turtle Hatchlings." The turtles were auctioned on September 27th. If you haven't seen her turtle, picture it in your mind. First her turtle's name was Sally. She painted Sally to depict a Florida tourist who wasn't afraid to venture here even with the threat of hurricanes. To that end, she gave Sally a bright turquoise shirt with flowers, shorts, sunglasses in her pocket and bright red lips.
Another community project that sought Therese's participation is the Brevard County Art Teacher's Fundraiser. For that project, she painted a stool to help them raise funds. You can view the stools during the First Friday of October Art Walk in downtown Eau Gallie on October 3, 2008, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The stools will be on display at various businesses on Highland Avenue. Therese's stool will probably be on display at the Art and Antique Gallery at 1419 Highland Avenue where she is a member. Hers has a beautiful white heron on top with a black base. She admitted, "Doing it was contagious, while painting it, I could just imagine doing a whole series of stools with birds, fish, shells, and animals on them." There will be a silent auction for the stools.
Some of the upcoming art events on the horizon for Therese are:
She will participate in ArtWorks this year. This is the Eau Gallie outdoor art festival. It is scheduled for November 22 and 23, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. The beauty of ArtWorks is that the artists not only display their work, but they demonstrate their craft during the show. Be sure to stop by to see Therese during the show.
She will be in the Brevard Watercolor Society's SPLASH show in February also. So, watch for information about that show.
And, you can always see her work at the Art and Antique Studio & Gallery at 1419 Highland Avenue in downtown Eau Gallie. Be sure to stop by the gallery when you are in the area.
In addition to painting, Therese teaches through the Brevard County School Board's Adult Continuing Education. You can obtain information about the classes on their web site or by calling the gallery at 321-253-5553. And, there is always a flyer posted at the Melbourne Art Supply Store.
Therese is so busy that she says it's sometimes hard to find time to paint for herself. Of her approach to painting she said, "When I work on a full sheet, I work in a lot of detail and this takes a long time to work out. By the time I have a painting drawn, I have worked on it so long that I have a good idea where I am going. I am constantly recomposing areas as I paint to improve composition and to make it a stronger painting, one that will grab you when you see it."
Her technique is working. Her paintings are wonderful. To see more of her paintings visit the gallery website at http://www.artandantiquestudio.com/ and click on her name. Or better yet... stop by the Art and Antique Studio and Gallery and see her paintings in person.
Her technique is working. Her paintings are wonderful. To see more of her paintings visit the gallery website at http://www.artandantiquestudio.com/ and click on her name. Or better yet... stop by the Art and Antique Studio and Gallery and see her paintings in person.
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News
The Artists Guild of Brevard Exhibits at the Melbourne Beach Library
A members' art exhibit opened at the Melbourne Beach Library on September 23rd and runs
through October 27th.
through October 27th.The exhibit features rarely seen paintings from the Guild's private collection. Works by: Bill
Schultz, Ted Gorshner, Jim Winekoff, and Dorothy Sweeney. Members exhibiting include: Carmen Beecher, Bette Buck, Renee Decator, Mary Hartmann, Jon Houghton, Jini James, Heather Kelley, Honor Martinez, Bill McCoy, Marti Meyer, Barbara Perlmutter, Tom Powers, Mary Warnick, and Denette Schweikert.
The library is located at the traffic light on the corner of Ocean Avenue and A1A in Melbourne Beach. Hours are Mon., Tues., and Thur. from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Wed., Fri, and Sat from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (The above paintings representing the Guild are by Jini James (the beautiful sailboat) and by Renee Decator (the wonderful still life).
Landmarks Exhibit opens at the King CenterThe Strawbridge Art League Landmarks exhibit has moved to the Harris Gallery at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts. It will remain there throughout October. The opening reception for the exhibit is on Thursday, October 2, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The public is invited. The exhibit is the culmination of three years of the Strawbridge Art League artists concentrating on the wonderful historic landmarks in Brevard County.
First Friday, October 3, 2008 in Eau Gallie
Art and Antique Studio and Gallery
The featured artists for the month of October at the Art and Antique Studio and Gallery are a group of six porcelain painters. The following artists are participating in this exhibit.
- Trish Kern and Ardis Reihs. They were introduced to porcelain painting by their moms and both began porcelain painting in the 1970s. Reihs began teaching porcelain painting in 1989.
- Denice Van Waardenburg became hooked on porcelain painting in the 1970s when she and her husband were living in Brazil. Her favorite subjects are the animals, people, and wildlife of the land of her birth, Africa.
- Sue Franklin discovered the mystique of porcelain painting in the 1990's and began learning the art with the late Elaine Bowen, one of the founders of today's Brevard Porcelain Artists.
- Pat Blaga and Pat Sams have painted in oil for 30 years or more. Prior to her retirement, Blaga taught oil and acrylic painting and owned a retail store. Sams' involvement in the art came about because she could find no porcelain tiles on the island with Aruba scenes when she took a trip back "home." She decided to make her own.
Their art will be on display throughout the month of October. The opening reception for this exhibit will be on Friday, October 3, 2008, from 5:30 to 8:30 at the Art and Antique Studio and Gallery at 1419 Highland Avenue in Eau Gallie. The reception is free and open to the public. (The painting of leaves is by Pat Sams. The tiger painting is by Denice Van Waardenburg)
The Fifth Avenue Art Gallery
The public is invited to the Fifth Avenue Art Gallery on October 3rd, from 5:30 to 8:00 for the opening reception of the exhibit by renowned watercolorist Jean Grastorf. You will want to see what pouring watercolor does to make her paintings extraordinary. She infuses movement, light and color into her watercolors to inspire, captivate and entice viewers. Gastorf normally paints with transparent watercolors, but she has added gouache and acrylics to her repertoire. These more opaque pigments enhance and contrast the transparent watercolor washes. Meet the artist at the opening reception and again on Saturday, October 4th at 10:00 a.m. at the gallery when she will discuss her method and inspiration.
The exhibit will be on display through October 30th. For more information call 321-259-8261 or visit the gallery online at http://www.fifthavenueartgallery.com/. The Gallery is located at 1470 Highland Avenue in Eau Gallie.
Open Studio Portrait/Life Drawing Sessions offered
The Artist's Guild of Brevard welcomes artists to attend their weekly Open Studio drawing sessions. Work in the medium of your choice. Thursdays: Life Study, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The session begins with one minute gesture poses and progresses to two 20-minute poses. Fees: Guests = $10.00; members = $6.00; students free.
Saturdays: Portrait/Figure, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The model is usually seated for one pose. Fees: Guests = $8.00; Members = $6.00; students free.
Easels and tables are provided. There is one long break at 11:00 a.m. with snacks and coffee provided. This gives artists the opportunity to interact with each other.
The Artist's Guild of Brevard is located on the third floor at 909 East New Haven Avenue (The Arcade Building) in Historic Downtown Melbourne. No RSVP is necessary -- just show up.
For additional information contact Bill McCoy at mccpaint@earthlink.net.
For additional information contact Bill McCoy at mccpaint@earthlink.net.
Windows of Enduring Color
The second book about the works of Preston Studios by Wardell Publications is now in full distribution. Entitled Windows of Enduring Color, it features over 80 color plates much like the first book in 2002, Windows of Enduring Beauty. Many local Space Coast homes are included with luscious "Architectural Digest" quality images showing the art glass in its full context.
Windows of Enduring Color and Windows of Enduring Beauty can now be found on amazon.com
Sculpture Class with Live ModelSuzanne Frank is looking for interested artists for a new intensive class using a live model. The dates for the class have not been determined. Sessions will occur for four consecutive Saturdays, from 10:00 a.ma to 2:30 p.m. with 30 minutes for lunch. To be held near Chowders Restaurant in Pineda, probably in January. The cost for the class will be $225 per person with all materials provided. If interested, call Suzanne Frank at 321-254-3398. The class will be limited to 15. Call today.
From Painting to Book Cover 
One of Nancy Dillen's paintings, "Lay By," owned by Brevard Community College English professor and author David Johansson, is going to be on the cover of his first novel, Skin of Sunset. The book will be published by Squire Press on March 21, 2009. Also, David wrote to Dillen stating "...at the last minute I wrote your painting into the book - the lead female character is a painter herself - and her 'take' on her (your) work may amuse you."
Attention Artists: Sign up now.
The committee of the Space Coast Jazz Festival is looking for 10 to 12 artists to display and sell their art at the Space Coast Jazz Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2008, and Sunday, October 26th, 2008.
The festival, "Smooth Jazz Cares" (a benefit for the Tropical Storm Fay flood victims relief fund) will take place in Wickham Park. The Space Coast Jazz Festival incorporates a Festival Marketplace with an Art Walk for artists
to display and sell their artwork at the festival. Spaces are going quickly, so contact them today. Anyone interested should contact Jan@TheGroove.org or call 321-722-4100. Look for more information about the festival at http://www.spacecoastjazzfestival.com/.
A FABulous Affair
Save November 8th, 2008, for A FABulous Affair: Art, Collectibles, and Antique Auction and Appraisal Fair. This event will benefit the Fund for Arts in Brevard... "FAB."
Where: Melbourne International Airport (Free parking with validation)
Appraisals: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ($10.00/appraisal or $25.00 for 3 appraisals)
Silent Auction: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Live Auction: 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For more information contact the Brevard Cultural Alliance at 321-690-6817. To pre-purchase appraisal tickets, go to http://www.artsbrevard.org/.
This event is sponsored by the Residence Inn-Marriott, UBS Financial Services, MLB, Braswell Appraisal Services, BCA, and Cottage Art and Frame.
Invitation for Artists: Artists are invited to participate in the Rockledge Taylor Park Family Fall Festival and Art Show on Sunday, November 9th from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Registration for artists is $25.00 and is due by October 17th. For more information and a registration package visit http://www.cityofrockledge.org/ or email taylorparkart@aol.com. This is hosted by the City of Rockledge, Friends of Taylor Park, Central Brevard Art Association, Brevard Cultural Alliance and Brevard County Parks and Recreation. It is sponsored by the National City Bank of Rockledge.
Sculpture needed: The BCA reports that a developer working on a plaza on Palm Bay Road is searching for outdoor sculpture to be installed as part of the project. Sculptors are asked to submit images of previous work, a bio and a conceptual design of a piece that they would create for the project.
When asked their opinion on public art at Hammock Landing, the Planning and Zoning Board expressed that they would like to see fountain art, bronze statues (or another material), something fun, or art that represents the area.
The budget is approximately $5,000 per piece. They will be choosing 5 to 7 pieces.
For more information, contact Lynne Brezina at Brevard Cultural Alliance 321-690-6817.
Artwork welcome. The Space Coast Cancer Center is asking artists to participate in the Annual Daffodil Gala Silent Auction on Saturday, October 13th, 2008. Artists may donate a piece of artwork or place a piece on consignment. For consignment, artists will determine what they must have from the piece. If the piece brings in more than what the artist is asking, the Space Coast Medical Associates Foundation will receive the overage as a donation. The foundation is dedicated to helping all who need a helping hand in the fight against cancer. They provide financial assistance for medications, transportation, housing, counseling for individuals with cancer, and educational scholarships for healthcare providers.
Artwork must be brought to the BCA office by October 10th. Artwork will be picked up by a Cancer Center representative.
For more information, contact Lynne Brezina at 321-690-6817.
Books
Congratulations to Lori Knerick. In a recent meeting of The Scribblers of Brevard - a writers' group that meets at the Eau Gallie library twice a month - Lori Knerick's altered photograph "A Bright Voyage" was chosen for the cover of Driftwood (an anthology of poetry, short stories and art). The photograph captures a solitary duck and small sailboat with sails at rest in a peaceful, yet vivid harbor.
Renee Decator's book, Road Trip, impressions of a memory is available. It is a
compilation of artwork and stories inspired by a road trip she took last summer with her 86-year-old father and 18-year-old son. They went to the roots of her father's childhood in the mountains of West Virginia and Kentucky. The book contains 60 pages of art and stories. It can be purchased at the Fifth Avenue Art Gallery in Eau Gallie or at her website: http://www.shop.reneedecator.com/ or if you are local, you can purchase it directly from the artist by emailing her at decatjr@aol.com.
Pieces of 8: Hot off the press!! The Masters' Pieces, a compilation of well-loved art as copied by The Pieces of 8, is now available for purchase. Sixteen master artists are chronicled with over 30-full color photographs of the paintings. The local women: Jini James, Carol Schiff, Denette Schweikert, Mary Warnick, Carmen Beecher, Suzanne Peiffer, Donna Vines, and Cindy Michaud set out to closely study the techniques and styles of the greatest of the great by copying their work. The resulting show has been exhibited several times as "Friends and Faux" and will appear once again in November 2008 at the Melbourne Beach Public Library. A great gift for an art lover or someone just learning about the masters, the book is only $14.00 and can be ordered by going to http://www.piecesof8.net and clicking on the small copy of the book.
Classes
The committee of the Space Coast Jazz Festival is looking for 10 to 12 artists to display and sell their art at the Space Coast Jazz Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2008, and Sunday, October 26th, 2008.
The festival, "Smooth Jazz Cares" (a benefit for the Tropical Storm Fay flood victims relief fund) will take place in Wickham Park. The Space Coast Jazz Festival incorporates a Festival Marketplace with an Art Walk for artists
to display and sell their artwork at the festival. Spaces are going quickly, so contact them today. Anyone interested should contact Jan@TheGroove.org or call 321-722-4100. Look for more information about the festival at http://www.spacecoastjazzfestival.com/.
A FABulous AffairSave November 8th, 2008, for A FABulous Affair: Art, Collectibles, and Antique Auction and Appraisal Fair. This event will benefit the Fund for Arts in Brevard... "FAB."
Where: Melbourne International Airport (Free parking with validation)
Appraisals: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ($10.00/appraisal or $25.00 for 3 appraisals)
Silent Auction: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Live Auction: 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For more information contact the Brevard Cultural Alliance at 321-690-6817. To pre-purchase appraisal tickets, go to http://www.artsbrevard.org/.
This event is sponsored by the Residence Inn-Marriott, UBS Financial Services, MLB, Braswell Appraisal Services, BCA, and Cottage Art and Frame.
Invitation for Artists: Artists are invited to participate in the Rockledge Taylor Park Family Fall Festival and Art Show on Sunday, November 9th from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Registration for artists is $25.00 and is due by October 17th. For more information and a registration package visit http://www.cityofrockledge.org/ or email taylorparkart@aol.com. This is hosted by the City of Rockledge, Friends of Taylor Park, Central Brevard Art Association, Brevard Cultural Alliance and Brevard County Parks and Recreation. It is sponsored by the National City Bank of Rockledge.
Sculpture needed: The BCA reports that a developer working on a plaza on Palm Bay Road is searching for outdoor sculpture to be installed as part of the project. Sculptors are asked to submit images of previous work, a bio and a conceptual design of a piece that they would create for the project.
When asked their opinion on public art at Hammock Landing, the Planning and Zoning Board expressed that they would like to see fountain art, bronze statues (or another material), something fun, or art that represents the area.
The budget is approximately $5,000 per piece. They will be choosing 5 to 7 pieces.
For more information, contact Lynne Brezina at Brevard Cultural Alliance 321-690-6817.
Artwork welcome. The Space Coast Cancer Center is asking artists to participate in the Annual Daffodil Gala Silent Auction on Saturday, October 13th, 2008. Artists may donate a piece of artwork or place a piece on consignment. For consignment, artists will determine what they must have from the piece. If the piece brings in more than what the artist is asking, the Space Coast Medical Associates Foundation will receive the overage as a donation. The foundation is dedicated to helping all who need a helping hand in the fight against cancer. They provide financial assistance for medications, transportation, housing, counseling for individuals with cancer, and educational scholarships for healthcare providers.
Artwork must be brought to the BCA office by October 10th. Artwork will be picked up by a Cancer Center representative.
For more information, contact Lynne Brezina at 321-690-6817.
Books
Congratulations to Lori Knerick. In a recent meeting of The Scribblers of Brevard - a writers' group that meets at the Eau Gallie library twice a month - Lori Knerick's altered photograph "A Bright Voyage" was chosen for the cover of Driftwood (an anthology of poetry, short stories and art). The photograph captures a solitary duck and small sailboat with sails at rest in a peaceful, yet vivid harbor.Renee Decator's book, Road Trip, impressions of a memory is available. It is a
compilation of artwork and stories inspired by a road trip she took last summer with her 86-year-old father and 18-year-old son. They went to the roots of her father's childhood in the mountains of West Virginia and Kentucky. The book contains 60 pages of art and stories. It can be purchased at the Fifth Avenue Art Gallery in Eau Gallie or at her website: http://www.shop.reneedecator.com/ or if you are local, you can purchase it directly from the artist by emailing her at decatjr@aol.com. 
Pieces of 8: Hot off the press!! The Masters' Pieces, a compilation of well-loved art as copied by The Pieces of 8, is now available for purchase. Sixteen master artists are chronicled with over 30-full color photographs of the paintings. The local women: Jini James, Carol Schiff, Denette Schweikert, Mary Warnick, Carmen Beecher, Suzanne Peiffer, Donna Vines, and Cindy Michaud set out to closely study the techniques and styles of the greatest of the great by copying their work. The resulting show has been exhibited several times as "Friends and Faux" and will appear once again in November 2008 at the Melbourne Beach Public Library. A great gift for an art lover or someone just learning about the masters, the book is only $14.00 and can be ordered by going to http://www.piecesof8.net and clicking on the small copy of the book. Classes
Bobbi Q. Brown offers Watercolor Classes
One class is Mondays 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Cape Canaveral Library. The cost is $10. The other class is on Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Central Brevard Art Association at 566 Barton Blvd., Suite 3, Rockledge. The cost is $15.00. Both classes are ongoing. All levels are welcome. Bring your own supplies. For information, call 536-7773.
Handbuilding Clay classes with Suzanne Frank. 
October classes at the Cocoa Beach Library start on October 2nd. Classes will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Thursday. The dates for the classes are 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, and 10/30. The cost is $70. Call Suzanne Frank at (321) 254-3398 to register.
Susan Kessler is teaching watercolor painting on Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Art Gallery and Studio, 802 East New Haven Avenue, Melbourne. The cost is $12.00 per class. Contact Susan at (321) 723-8736 for information. (painting by Susan Kessler)
Lin Sons Graphite Classes: Graphite drawing classes are available on Friday mornings from 9:30 a.m to noon at the Art and Antique Studio, 1419 Highland Avenue, in historic Eau Gallie. The cost is $25 per session. The class is taught by Lin and is limited to four students. Contact Lin at 321-223-4635 to schedule class and to discuss the supply list. Lin's work may be seen on her website at http://www.aahrtbylin.com/
Pearl L. Ollie of "The Cultured Pearl," 1245 Florida Avenue., S; Rockledge FL 32955; (321)
536-3523; email: pearlollieartist@yahoo.com. New Class beginning soon... sign up is necessary: Pearl Ollie is about to start a class at the Cocoa Beach Country Club for Freedom 7 Senior Community Center; 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd.; Cocoa Beach, FL; 32931. This notice is to determine who might be interested. Classes will be held on Thursdays from 11am to 1pm. The cost will be $5.00 for members using their own supplies and $10 for members using Pearl's supplies. The cost will be $7.00 for non-members using their own supplies and $12.00 for non-members using Pearl's supplies. A start date will be set once Pearl hears from those who are interested. Call Pearl at 321-536-3523 to sign up or for more information. (painting by Pearl Ollie)
Other classes by Pearl: Pearl teaches a variety of classes to adults and to children in a variety of locations. For a complete list of Pearl's classes and to see many of her paintings, click here. Contact her for details.
Helen Wheatley Watercolor Class: Helen Wheatley will be teaching watercolor classses at the
Cocoa Beach Library on Tuesday mornings from 9am to noon for eight weeks beginning October 7th and running through December 2nd. There will be no class on November 11th for Veteran's Day. The classes are geared for the beginner to intermediate artist. Cost is $80.00 for the eight weeks. Sign up and pick up a list of materials at the Cocoa Beach Library. Enrollment is limited. The fee is due in full at the first class. The Cocoa Beach Library is located at 550 N. Brevard Avenue., Cocoa Beach.
October classes at the Cocoa Beach Library start on October 2nd. Classes will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Thursday. The dates for the classes are 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, and 10/30. The cost is $70. Call Suzanne Frank at (321) 254-3398 to register.
Susan Kessler is teaching watercolor painting on Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Art Gallery and Studio, 802 East New Haven Avenue, Melbourne. The cost is $12.00 per class. Contact Susan at (321) 723-8736 for information. (painting by Susan Kessler)
Lin Sons Graphite Classes: Graphite drawing classes are available on Friday mornings from 9:30 a.m to noon at the Art and Antique Studio, 1419 Highland Avenue, in historic Eau Gallie. The cost is $25 per session. The class is taught by Lin and is limited to four students. Contact Lin at 321-223-4635 to schedule class and to discuss the supply list. Lin's work may be seen on her website at http://www.aahrtbylin.com/
Pearl L. Ollie of "The Cultured Pearl," 1245 Florida Avenue., S; Rockledge FL 32955; (321)
536-3523; email: pearlollieartist@yahoo.com. New Class beginning soon... sign up is necessary: Pearl Ollie is about to start a class at the Cocoa Beach Country Club for Freedom 7 Senior Community Center; 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd.; Cocoa Beach, FL; 32931. This notice is to determine who might be interested. Classes will be held on Thursdays from 11am to 1pm. The cost will be $5.00 for members using their own supplies and $10 for members using Pearl's supplies. The cost will be $7.00 for non-members using their own supplies and $12.00 for non-members using Pearl's supplies. A start date will be set once Pearl hears from those who are interested. Call Pearl at 321-536-3523 to sign up or for more information. (painting by Pearl Ollie)Other classes by Pearl: Pearl teaches a variety of classes to adults and to children in a variety of locations. For a complete list of Pearl's classes and to see many of her paintings, click here. Contact her for details.
Helen Wheatley Watercolor Class: Helen Wheatley will be teaching watercolor classses at the
Cocoa Beach Library on Tuesday mornings from 9am to noon for eight weeks beginning October 7th and running through December 2nd. There will be no class on November 11th for Veteran's Day. The classes are geared for the beginner to intermediate artist. Cost is $80.00 for the eight weeks. Sign up and pick up a list of materials at the Cocoa Beach Library. Enrollment is limited. The fee is due in full at the first class. The Cocoa Beach Library is located at 550 N. Brevard Avenue., Cocoa Beach. New class at CBAA
Fast and loose watercolors with Diane Deshong Cannon. Classes will be held Fridays, starting October 3rd, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Central Brevard Art Association's Rockledge studio, located at 566 Barton Blvd., Suite 3. Registration is ongoing by contacting Diane at (321) 268-5734 or email deshongart@yahoo.com. Cost is $20 per class and will be taght in 8-week sessions.
Exhibits
PaperWorks. Take-in for the juried exhibit is coming soon. Prepare your artwork now. It's all about paper. The Strawbridge Art League juried exhibit PaperWorks will hold a take-in for submissions to their exhibit on Saturday, October 18th, upstairs in the Henegar Center Ballroom from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. This is the 5th Annual PaperWorks Juried Exhibit. It includes anything that can be done on paper - mixed media, collage, computer art, altered books, photography, watercolor, ink - virtually anything... To enter, you must be a member of the Strawbridge Art League, but you can join at the take-in.CBAA Featured Artist: Helen Wheately is the featured artist for the Central Breavard Art
Association's exhibit at the Central Brevard Library in Cocoa for September and October. She will be displaying five of her award-winning watercolor and mixed-media paintings in addition to several other pieces, including her latest work titled, "Birds of a Feather." The exhibit will run from August 28th through October 30th. The library is located at 308 Forest Avenue in Cocoa. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 to 9; Friday, 9 to 6; Saturday, 9 to 5; and Sunday, 1 to 5. (painting by Helen Wheatley)Galleries
Art and Antique Studio at 1419 Highland Avenue, Melbourne,
Florida. Bobbi Q. Brown is the featured artist at the Art and Antique studio during the month of September. She feels we are all born to create. She enjoys sharing her sense of wonder, joy, and beauty in the world around us through art. She loves playing with all the various watercolors, different techniques, and materials. She always dreamed of becoming an artist and took the leap in 1999 after 10 years as a commercial artist. She has appeared in shows and galleries across the country and she finds the local flora and fauna an awesome inspiration. She inspires others by teaching privately and in a classroom setting. Don't miss her exhibit From Mangos to Manatees -- The Colors of Florida. Be sure to stop by during September to see the exhibit of her works. (last few days of this exhibit)
Art Gallery and Studio of Melbourne, 802 East New Haven Avenue, Downtown Melbourne, 321-729-9368. September's featured artist is Erin Terryn (painting on the left). Known for her large, dramatic abstract work, her pieces will be featured for the month. Regular gallery hours are Monday through Saturday 11 to 5 p.m. 
The newest member of the gallery is Gloria Summerford. The piece on the right is an example of her work. You are invited to go by the Art Gallery and Studio to see more of her work.
The Art Gallery and Studio at 802 New Haven Avenue in downtown Melbourne has a special September 11th exhibit on display. The exhibit, "9-11 Remembered" will hang from September 1st thru September 30th. A reception for the exhibit was held on Friday, September 12th, from 6 pm to 8pm. The reception is open to the public. (The painting on the left
is by Mary Herzig and the painting on the right is by Barbara Perlmutter)These are the last few days of this exhibit.
Note: The Art Gallery and Studio is looking for two artists. If you are interested in joining the Art Gallery and Studio, contact Diane Koenig (321) 501-5835 or Susan Kessler at (321) 723-8736.
Brevard Art Museum. Two exhibits are running simultaneously from September 19 to November 9. They are:
Options: Political Cartoons. The museum welcomes Pat Oliphant, Doug MacGregor, Don Adams, Jeff Parker of the Florida Today, and numerous accomplished artists, who use humor and line to comment on the political issues of contemporary society.
Family Ties: Three Generations. Judy Gelles has spent 30 years navigating feminism, motherhood, and developing as an artist. With determination and humor, Gelles provides a social commentary on our lives. Utilizing three generations of family artifacts, Gelles relocates the past, present, and future.
Be sure to stop by to see both exhibits.
The Downtown Gallery in Titusville: The unveiling of the newly expanded showroom at the Downtown Gallery was held on Friday evening, 
September 12th with an opening reception. Different media are showcased, including tropical paintings, bronze sculpture, elegant hand-crafted jewelry, black and white photography and grand landscape photography. The Downtown Gallery is located at 335 S. Washington Avenue (US 1) in charming downtown Titusville. For more information, call 321-268-0122. The picture is "A Magical Moment in Time" taken in Glacier National Park by artist Dale Nichols. And the sculpture is "Infinity" by artist Yure Lima de Alencar. Fifth Avenue Art Gallery at 1470 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, Florida. Be sure to stop by during September to see its 3rd Annual 100% Pure Florida juried exhibition. This exhibit features the astonishing and multi-faceted talents of artists who live and work in Florida. The artwork is 2 and 3-dimensional with diverse subject matter and media. These Florida artists represent the very best talents Florida has to offer in many media. And, be sure to stop by to vote for the Viewer's Choice Award. (last few days of this exhibit)
Opportunities and Services
October: National Art & Framing MonthThousands of frame shops and art galleries will be celebrating with a variety of special events and programs designed to promote the enjoyment of art as a part of daily life.
Founded in 1997, National Art and Framing Month is an opportunity to "Picture the Possibilities" that art and framing can bring to homes, offices, and public spaces.
Vivian C. Kistler, director of the NA&FM Council, believes that individual businesses can play a key roll in generating interest in the arts. "For the past few decades, budget cuts have forced schools to reduce or even eliminate art programs. It is now more important than ever for frame shops and art galleries to help the public understand and enjoy art."
Art has been an important part of human society since the earliest scrawlings on cave walls, and picture framing preserves and displays artwork to hang on the walls of homes, offices, and public spaces. National Art and Framing Month shines a spotlight on this essential aspect of our culture.
To "Picture the Possibilities" that art and framing can do for you, stop by Art Expressions and help us celebrate. Art Expressions is located in the Eau Gallie Arts District at: 1404 Highland Avenue. www.ArtExpressionsFineCustomFraming.com.
Great Opportunity for Artists: Sevenartists.com is the newest creation from
http://www.digitalartbyjerry.com/, local artist Jerry Hanzl. He is offering a free web page to local artists on http://www.sevenartists.com/, in an attempt to draw more attention to the great talent in our area. If you have an existing website, he will create a lead-in page from the site. If it is your only web presence, Jerry will give you a more involved page. His service is free and done in his spare time, donations are accepted. It is on a first-come, first-serve basis and subject to review. Email Jerry at jerryhanzl@yahoo.com and join the seven. If you're trying to create a presence on the Internet, here's an opportunity for you. (Digital art by Jerry Hanzl)Organizations and Meetings:
- Brevard Porcelain Artists monthly meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at the Salvation Army, Hickory Street, Melbourne. The meeting begins at 9:30 am and visitors are welcome. Contact: 321-255-3746.
- Brevard Watercolor Society: The Brevard Watercolor Society meeting is on the second Saturday of every month at 1:00pm at the Satellite Beach Civic Center, Cassia Blvd., Satellite Beach.
- Central Brevard Art Association: Meetings of the Central Brevard Art Association are on the 1st Saturday of the month at 1:00p.m. at 566 Barton Blvd, Suite 3, Rockledge.
- Florida Chalk Artists Association: The Florida Chalk Artists will be participating in
the ArtWorks Festival in Eau Gallie this year on November 22 and 23. This is their first street-painting event in conjunction with ArtWorks. Cash awards will be made on each day. This is an ideal opportunity for FCAA members to demonstrate and instruct the public on this art form. For more information go to http://www.floridachalkartists.org/. (Ed Baranowski working with chalk) - Strawbridge Art League: The Strawbridge Art League meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm in the ballroom of the Henegar Center for the Arts on
New Haven Avenue, Melbourne. The downstairs hall gallery exhibit called "Snorkeling, Surfing, and 
Skivvies" began August 26th. It will hang until October 5, 2008 in the Henegar Center for the Arts. Here are some examples from that 
show ("Pineapple Park" by Mary Warnick, "Hot Summer Beach" by Ed Baranowski, and "Peach Rose" by Isabelita Angeles) - Titusville Art League: Meetings of the Titusville Art League are scheduled for the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:45pm at 1421 Draa Road, Titusville. The Fall 2008 Members' Art Show entries are due by October 1st. All media are accepted (no nudes). Cost per artist is $35.00. There are no commissions. Tables and chairs are provided. Racks for hanging art are limited to two per artist. The Fall Art and Craft show will run 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 7, 2008, and Saturday, November 8, 2008. The event will be at the Ashkelon, 1651 South Park Avenue. For more information, contact Dot White at 321-267-9363, Bob Bielling at 321 267-9732, or Connie Allen at 321-482-6413.
Presentations and Appearances None reported to me... okay, who out there is doing a presentation or making an appearance in the near future?
Upcoming and Future Events
Upcoming in October: Start preparing those works on paper. The take-in for the juried exhibit called "PaperWorks" at the Strawbridge Art League is on October 18th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All works for this exhibit must be on paper or made of paper. All entries are welcome. Membership in the Strawbridge Art League is required. You may join at the take-in. The take-in will be in the ballroom of the Henegar Center on New Haven Avenue.
Upcoming in October: Main Street Masters of Art. The festival is on Saturday and 
Sunday, October 4 and 5, 2008, in Historic Downtown Melbourne.
Sunday, October 4 and 5, 2008, in Historic Downtown Melbourne. - Painting by Renee Decator. Be sure to stop by to see her at the Main Street Masters.
Upcoming in November: ArtWorks Congratulations to award-winning artist Lolly Walton. She is the winner of the 2008 ArtWorks Poster Contest. Her painting, "Captain Heron" will be printed on the poster and t-shirts for this year's ArtWorks of Eau Gallie Festival. Walton is the president of the Brevard Watercolor Society and a member of the Strawbridge Art League. She began to study watercolor painting in 1997 in Miami and has been devoted to it ever since. The original of Captain Heron is on permanent display at the Melbourne International Airport. You can see more of Walton's work at the Art and Antique Studio and Gallery on Highland Avenue in Eau Gallie. The dates for ArtWorks are November 22 and 23. This street festival of art will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day on Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne, Florida. This art festival is a great experience for the whole family. In addition to displaying their works, artists spend time demonstrating their craft. It's a learning experience for all involved. For information, go to http://www.artworksofeaugallie.org/
Upcoming in November: Brevard Porcelain Artists' show, Touch of Elegance, is on Saturday and Sunday, November 22 and 23, 2008, in the Eau Gallie Civic Center.
Upcoming in January : 19th Annual Indialantic Art Festival. The festival is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, January 17-18, 2009 at Nance Park in Indialantic, Florida. http://www.artfestival.com/events/visitorsShow/114/1
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