Art News

Brevard Art News has moved...

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 30 May 2009 13:57:00 +0000

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Brevard Art News has a new look and new site

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Wed, 27 May 2009 10:16:00 +0000

Good Morning:

To serve you better Brevard Art News has moved to a new site.

Click here to go there: http://www.brevardartnews.com/...

Looking forward to hearing how you like the new Brevard Art News.

CBAA awards 2009 Youth Scholarship

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Thu, 21 May 2009 17:07:00 +0000

Central Brevard Art Association has selected graduating Viera High School student Mary Angelie Villacampa to receive their 2009 Youth Scholarship Award.

Angelie was chosen to receive the $500 award based on her tremendous artistic talent as well as her scholastic achievement and desire to pursue a degree in the art-related field of interior design. The award will be presented at CBAA's June general meeting on Saturday the 6th at El Charro restaurant. She will also receive a $25 gift certificate to Art Supply of Melbourne donated by Ralph Sanders, as well as a one year free membership at CBAA.

Take Out - Marcelo Novo

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Thu, 21 May 2009 14:59:00 +0000

by Marcelo Novo

Today's innovative Take Out exhibit piece is from Marcelo Novo. You can learn more about him at www.artmajeur.com/novo.

Be sure to take time to see this exhibit in person at the Brevard Art Museum on Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne.

Take Out - Vilma Rohena

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:25:00 +0000

by Vilma Rohena

Another great entry in the Take Out exhibit at the Brevard Art Museum. This one is from Vilma Rohena. You can see more of her work at www.photoartbyvilma.com. She's also on twitter at www.twitter.com/Vilma_R.

Stop by the Brevard Art Musuem on Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie Arts District in Melbourne to see the exhbit in person.

Jerry Lanham Workshop -- Discount extended

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:36:00 +0000

The early sign up discount for the Jerry Lanham workshop at the Brevard Museum Studios School has been extended to May 22. Sign up now for best rate. This workshop will be fast paced and even the most beginning student will create a beautiful painting to frame. Jerry will give each student the painting surface material with a line drawing already done and a photo to work from in day one. Day two the student can create their own work or paint on another of Jerry's creations. Basic acrylic supplies are needed. Jerry will supply all extra additives to the paint for you to experiment with.

Click here to see the full details on the workshop and how to register: JerryLanham_Workshop.pdf

Take Out - Jo-Ann Jensen

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Tue, 19 May 2009 10:36:00 +0000

Low Hazard by Jo-Ann Jensen

Today's entry in the Take Out exhibit at the Brevard Museum of Art is "low hazard" by Jo-Ann Jensen. She took inspiration from the Jetty Park life guard station. She passes it everyday on her beach walk.

You can see more of Jo-Ann's work at http://www.jo-annjensen.com/. She is well known for her silk paintings.

Be sure to stop by the Brevard Museum of Art on Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne to see the Take Out exhibit. You won't want to miss seeing it in person.

Mosaic Workshop with Yavor Gonev

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Mon, 18 May 2009 12:21:00 +0000

Yavor Gonev working at the Horse Creek Pottery

Yavor Gonev, a well-known Bulgarian ceramic artist is conducting a mosiac workshop on May 23, 2009 from 10am to 2pm. There are a few openings left, so be sure to contact Yavor at 773-574-4915 to sign up.

The workshop will be held at the Horse Creek Pottery at 6390 Anderson Way in Melbourne, Florida 32940. The Horse Creek Pottery is located about a mile north of the Pineda Causeway off U.S. 1. The phone number for the pottery is 321-242-2162.

Take Out - Suzanne Peiffer

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Mon, 18 May 2009 12:10:00 +0000

The Crumby Caterer by Suzanne Peiffer

The Brevard Art Museum has a wonderful exhibit of Take Out containers that demonstrates the creativity of the artists. Be sure to stop by the Brevard Art Museum on Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne to see the complete exhibit.

Today's submission is from Suzanne Peiffer. It is titled, The Crumby Caterer.

See more of Suzanne's work at www.portraitdimensions.com. Thanks for sending it Suzanne. What fun....

As promised in yesterday's posting, I am posting Take Out entries sent to me. I'll post one per day until I run out of them. So, send them to me at Lou@LouBelcher.com

Black & White Tulipa Series Inspires Watercolour Paintings!

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Mon, 18 May 2009 12:03:00 +0000

Carol L. Taylor is exhibiting a new watercolour painting and the charcoal drawing of the red and white Parrot Tulip that inspired it at the allaprima styling group, 1540 Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie Arts District, Melbourne, Florida, May 16th through June 30, 2009.

Tulipa II, one of six (6) charcoal pencil drawings that comprise The Tulipa Series, and Spring Dance (after Tulipa II), a watercolour painting, are being shown.

To view Ms. Taylor’s artwork at allaprima styling group, please contact local artist Karen Lewis, at (321) 255-5300.

Additional new watercolour paintings inspired by drawings in The Tulipa Series can be viewed at Carol Taylor’s Studio in the Melbourne Arcade Building, 909 E. New Haven Avenue, Historic Downtown Melbourne by calling 514.4368 for an appointment.

Carol also announces that her article on Caran d'Ache Neocolor II watercolor crayons was published at Empty Easel. You'll find it at http://EmptyEasel.com/?s=carol+taylor

For further information, please contact Carol L. Taylor via e-mail at caroltaylorblackandwhite@yahoo.com

Website: www.caroltaylorblackandwhite.com

Brevard Art News - May 16, 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sun, 17 May 2009 00:30:00 +0000

Note to readers... We're not quite there yet. The new Brevard Art News will probably be up next weekend. Thanks for your patience during this transition.

One of the changes is that each item will be posted individually when it arrives. This will make it possible to put up posts during the week and eliminate the need for the long stream of news.
The categories will be (see below for how it works for this issue):

(1) events (including last call, events, news from artists, galleries, call for artists, etc);

(2) classes (classes, news from art organizations, demonstrations);

(3) articles (including Artist Profiles and other articles on topics of interest to readers).

In essence, you'll be able to click on one of three buttons at the top of the page and go to Events or Classes or Articles... More about all this later when the new site goes up....

Brevard Art News is a free service for artists and art lovers. Your news is welcome. If you have information about an upcoming exhibit, event, service, opportunity, or presentation feel free to let me know about it by emailing me at Lou@LouBelcher.com. Have a great week.... In this issue:

Events

Classes

Opportunities, Organizations and Services

Articles

Brevard Art News is now using Twitter.com

(As of this morning, 5/10 09, Brevard Art News had 197 followers and it's growing every day)

Follow Brevard Art News on Twitter. If you're on Twitter, too, just go to www.twitter.com/BrevardArtNews, sign in and click the follow button. You'll be able to follow the latest art notices and tips on interesting events happening around the state and country. Also, I'm using it to send people to your websites and events from time to time.

If you aren't on Twitter and you aren't even sure what it is, here's a quick rundown. Twitter is a social media network. It's free and nothing terrible will happen to you if you join.

In order to join, you only need to type in a name and password (you make up both). Once you sign up and click the follow button under the Brevard Art News icon (a version of a sunflower, of course), you'll begin receiving short announcements on your Twitter page when Brevard Art News sends them out. It could be an announcement of an event in the area or an opportunity for artists.

In addition, I'm following some of the best museums around the world. You can get to their Twitter pages from the BrevardArtNews page.

So, go to www.twitter.com/BrevardArtNews and enjoy the tweets.

Dianne Marcum to Speak at Strawbridge Art League

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 16 May 2009 23:56:00 +0000

Dianne Marcum will be speaking at the Strawbridge Art League meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 7pm at the Henegar Center for the Arts (625 E. New Haven Ave.; Melbourne Florida). The meeting is open to all who are interested. Here's an overview of her talk.

When Your Hobby Becomes a Business
Many artists and writers have energy and passion for their craft but not much interest in ‘the numbers’. If you plan to make money through your creative endeavors, this presentation offers practical and accurate advice to help you succeed. Learn about setting goals, developing a simple system to track income and expenses, pricing your work, calculating royalties, comparing publishing and marketing opportunities, taxes, and more. Dianne Marcum is a CPA, AARP Tax Aide associate, and the former vice president of strategic and human resources planning for Walt Disney World. She is also the author of Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach & Florida’s Space Coast. This Brevard County travel guide is part of the Great Destinations series published by The Countryman Press, an imprint of international publishing house W. W. Norton, and is carried by major book retailers throughout the country. Read more about Dianne at http://www.diannemarcum.com/.

Brevard Art Museum - Take-out Exhibit

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 16 May 2009 23:55:00 +0000

Have you seen the Brevard Art Museum Take Out exhibit? Here's an example of the wonderful Take Out art. This one is by Jason Cullison. You can see more of his work at http://www.studioconstantine.com/

Check back... I'll be glad to post other examples from the exhibit. Just send me a jpeg of your entry. Send to Lou@LouBelcher.com.

For full effect, stop by the Brevard Art Museum on Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne to see the exhibit. It's worth a trip.

CBAA and Brevard Art Educators Association...

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 16 May 2009 23:53:00 +0000

(porcelain painting by Denice vanWaardenburg of CBAA)

Central Brevard Art Association and the Brevard Art Educators Association present "Art Exhibit" in the Harris Gallery at the King Center for the Performing Arts. The exhibit will run from May 11, 2009 until June 8, 2009. There will be an opening reception on Thursday, May 21, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the lobby of the King Center. Be sure to stop by to see the art and to meet the artists. In addition, the lobby will be open on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays from 1pm until 4pm. The reception is free and open to the public.

Faces of Brevard Exhibit opens at the Henegar Center

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 16 May 2009 22:35:00 +0000

Barbara Tiffany receives Best of Show ribbon from Heidi Stocker chair of the Faces exhibit

Congratulations to Barbara Tiffany for her oil painting Susan. It was awarded Best of Show in the Faces of Brevard exhibit sponsored by the Strawbridge Art League.

Other awards included...

Nancy Seib in the Photo and Digital category
Sandy Johnson in the Fine Art category
Marlene Woodside in the Pop Art category
Mathew Livsey in the Illustrative Art category
Jini James won the Sandy Johnson Pastel Art award
Heidi Stocker wond the Judge's Choice award.

The following artists received Merit Awards:

Mary Antes
Linda Graham
Karen Lewis
Stephen Lomazzo
William McCoy
Fran Mclean
Cindy Michaud
De Minakshi
Nancy Mitchel
Rafael Picon
Brett Pigon
Annie Scardino
Jacqueline Scone
Yolanda Schofield
Alex Stankiewicz

More pictures to follow soon...

Under Pressure live art, exhibit and party

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 16 May 2009 12:42:00 +0000

Brevard Art Museum presents Under Pressure today (May 16, 2009) at the Brevard Art Museum, 1463 Highland Avenue. See five highly-acclaimed graffiti artists create new street-inspired masterpieces on canvas.

There are 2 events in 1 night:

First, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.: live painting, live auction, entry to the exhibit, fancy eats, open bar, and more $100.
Then, 10:00 p.m.... the After Party with 3 bands, DJ, cash bar and more... $10.00 per person.

Call 242-0737 for information or go to http://www.underpressurebrevard.com

Pine Needle Basket Class

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 16 May 2009 12:30:00 +0000

Baskets by Viola Pace Knudsen

Register now for "Pine Needle Baskets" with Viola Pace Knudsen. Pine needle baskets have existed for hundreds of years and are often associated with Native American artistry. These baskets are formed using a technique called "coiling" where the basket is built up by lashing or stitching bundled pine needles together until the basket reaches the desired size and shape. In this two-day class, Viola Pace Knudsen will share her know how in constructing these beautiful baskets. Students can expect to go home with a small versatile basket and the knowledge to be able to make more later on with what they have learned. Call 321-722-6000 by June 3rd to register.

Cost: $95.00 (includes $20.00 non-refundable deposit and materials)

Dates: Saturday, June 6 and 13 from 2:00p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Call for Artists - Cocoa Village

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 16 May 2009 12:21:00 +0000

Sheppard House in Cocoa

The new City Hall in Cocoa Village needs some art. Lynne Brezina of BCA announced this week that Cocoa Village is looking to purchase exhisting original artwork of historical buildings located in the Cocoa Village area. They want artwork in orl or acrylic. Email images with titles and prices to Lynne Brezina at Brevard Cultural Alliance, Inc. lynne.brezina@artsbrevard.org.

Art Expressions

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Fri, 15 May 2009 19:17:00 +0000

This is the time of year for many weddings, graduations, Sweet Sixteens, dance recitals,sports competitions, anniversaries, baby showers, christenings, communions, Bat and Bar Mitzvahs, and more. What better way to capture that special moment than to have it framed?

Besides the many photos that are taken at these celebrations, invitations, bouquets, costumes, and trinkets are also perfect for framing. And special occasions can last forever if they are creatively framed. We can help you design a frame that will make a lasting display of your celebration. Any occasion, from your baby's birth to first steps, to your silver wedding anniversary, can be remembered each day when it is framed.

Stop by Art Expressions ~ we have great ideas on how your memories can last forever.

Come in and see what a difference a frame makes!

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1404 Highland Avenue
Melbourne, Fl 32935
Located in the Eau Gallie Arts District (EGAD!)
321-259-1492
www.ArtExpressionsFineCustomFraming.com

Classes with Bobbi Q. Brown

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Wed, 13 May 2009 20:23:00 +0000

Bobbi Q. Brown has made some changes to her classes. The following is the corrected listing.

Cape Canaveral Library - Beginning and Intermediate Watercolor, Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00p.m.

Art Gallery of Viera - Beyond the Basics - Intermediate Watercolor, Thursdays from 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Art Gallery of Viera - Watercolor for the Working Person - All levels, Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

For more information go to http://www.artgalleryofviera.com or http://www.bobbiqbrown.com. If you would like to email Bobbi, her email address is BobbiQBrown@hotmail.com.

Art School Teaching Space for Rent!

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Wed, 13 May 2009 17:09:00 +0000

Calling all Brevard county teachers who need space to teach their art! Art Gallery of Viera, the newest gallery in Brevard County, is set to open soon. Some classes are already running. Very reasonable rates, large classroom off of the art gallery, including tables and chairs for many students. Centrally located in an upscale shopping center with ample parking in beautiful Viera.

If you are interested, check out our new website www.artgalleryofviera.com and send an email to info@artgalleryofviera.com

Jerry Lanham's Workshop

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Tue, 12 May 2009 20:48:00 +0000

Due to the overwhelming success of Jerry Lanham's show "Color and Movement" at the Fifth Avenue Gallery he has agreed to offer a 2 day workshop through the Brevard Museum Studio School May 30 and 31, 9:00am to 4:00pm.

The fee is $175 but if you sign up before May 18 the discount amount is $150. See attachment for all the information or call the museum school at 254-7782. There are still a few openings left. For Information: clickhere.pdf

Rockledge Garden Art Show

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 09 May 2009 21:51:00 +0000

It was hot outside yesterday, but that didn't slow down the participants at the Rockledge Garden Art Show. The garden provided a beautiful backdrop for the art. A good time was had by all.

Announcement

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 09 May 2009 21:49:00 +0000

Siri German's tropical and 3-D art are in thelobby showcase of the Franklin T. DeGroodt Libriary at 6475 Minton road, S.W.; Palm Bay. It will be there for the month of May.

Also, John Emery and Therese Ferguson are the May featured artists at Melbourne Public Library at 540 E. Fee Avenue; Melbourne. You'll find their art in the front lobby.

Don't miss the exhibit opening at the King Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, May 14, 2009 from 4 to 6. See the CBAA exhbit. More information under Exhibit News

Watercolor and Drawing Classes.

noreply@blogger.com (Lou Belcher) — Sat, 09 May 2009 21:48:00 +0000

Debbie Johnson, a member of the Art and Antiques Studio Gallery, will be holding watercolor and drawing classes beginning the week of May 12 through the 15th. For more information visit her website: http://watercolorworksart.com/Classes or call: 321-474-3449.