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News Index for Sunday, February 12, 2012 Artists with Parkinson's Disease Are Celebrated In A One-Of-A-Kind Art Exhibition Thu, 09 Feb 2012, 22:23:30 EST — Edited by Debra Tone SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 9, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Los Angeles chapter of the American Parkinson's Disease Association (apdala.org), along with James Gray Gallery, present 'Living Artistically with Parkinson's Disease,' a unique exhibition featuring works of art created by celebrated artists living with PD. To celebrate the exhibition, which runs from February 8-13, 2012, the APDA L.A. is hosting a champagne brunch with a silent auction this Sunday, February 12. John Waguespack Solo Exhibition at The McLoughlin Gallery in San Francisco - Dec. 8, 2011 to Jan. 21, 2012 Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 14:47:40 EST — Edited by Jessica Sand SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 30, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- John Waguespack, is showcasing his new works at The McLoughlin Gallery in San Francisco December 8, 2011 through January 21, 2012. 'Deconstructing Hollywood' is his second solo exhibition at The McLoughlin Gallery at 49 Geary Street in San Francisco. Andaz 5th Avenue Celebrates Art and Culture with tbd Art - The Hotel's First Rotating Art Series Tue, 18 Oct 2011, 09:59:20 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 18, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Andaz 5th Avenue, a hotel inspired by the culture of New York City, announces the launch of tbd Art - a rotating art series. The first year of rotating art started on October 6th with artist M.Dreeland. In total, the hotel will have four diverse artists; M.Dreeland, Mister Cartoon, Claw Money and a final artist (currently TBD). New York: Finger Paintings by Jorge Colombo Released by Chronicle Books, in Partnership with 20x200 Thu, 06 Oct 2011, 22:17:52 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 6, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If New York City is a state of mind, then Jorge Colombo captures the metropolis' moods like no other. Published in association with 20x200.com - the place to discover and buy art online - 'New York: Finger Paintings' (ISBN: 978-0811879255) by Jorge Colombo features 100 of the artist's beautiful, full-color illustrations of New York City. Artist Dumpster Dives Zuck, Goes Public with Facebook Founder's Trash Wed, 05 Oct 2011, 19:42:52 EST — Edited by Debra Tone PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 5, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cory Allen Contemporary Art (CACA) announces that Google Artist XVALA goes dumpster diving in Silicon Valley, invading tech founders' personal trash to create a series of sculptures that has been made available to the public online and in upcoming gallery shows. William Pope.L Releases Set of Text-Based Art at 20x200.com Thu, 29 Sep 2011, 21:46:38 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 29, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When William Pope.L donned a business suit and crawled on his belly through the gutter up NYC's Bowery, the 'Friendliest Black Artist in America' was poignantly calling attention to themes of race, social class and power. Now, in his debut project with 20x200 - the place to discover and buy art online - the seminal artist once again addresses these issues with a selection from his ongoing and widely exhibited project 'Skin Set Drawings.' Art Controversy Revealed this Week: Daniel Edwards' Justin Bieber Allegory of a Teen Sex Symbol Wed, 24 Aug 2011, 17:57:14 EST — Edited by Jessica Sand NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Images of the allegorical tribute to teen idol Justin Bieber, created by controversial New York artist Daniel Edwards, are being released by Cory Allen Contemporary Art this week. 16th Annual Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction Labor Day Weekend to Raise Funds for Wildfire-Devastated Area Wed, 10 Aug 2011, 08:57:11 EST — Edited by Debra Tone BELLVUE, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Art lovers from all over the West will gather in a picturesque mountain valley outside Fort Collins, Colorado on Labor Day Sunday. They're coming in hopes of acquiring original art from over 100 well-known artists that will be auctioned off to the highest bidder under the 'Big Top' at the 16th Annual Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction on Sunday, September 4, 2011. Nude Bieber and Gomez Portrait as Monument to National Exceptionalism - Justin and Selena as 'One' in Canadian 'Garden of Eden' Tue, 09 Aug 2011, 17:09:33 EST — Edited by Debra Tone DALLAS, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Despite breakup rumors, Teen Choice Award winners Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez are presented as a 21st Century Adam and Eve in a new life size portrait created by controversial American artist Daniel Edwards. The portrait depicts the teenagers almost entirely nude, with a Canadian maple leaf and a Texas lone star covering their most intimate parts. The portrait will be unveiled at Dallas's New Fine Arts, near Gomez's hometown, at a time yet to be announced by Cory Allen Contemporary Art. Osama Bin Laden Death Sculpture Gets Name from Facebook Wed, 01 Jun 2011, 17:06:20 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A naked Osama Bin Laden, laden with sea crabs and shackled to a U.S. Navy SEALs cement block at the bottom of the sea receives its official title, courtesy of the friends on Facebook. The Osama Bin Laden sculpture is the latest by New York artist Daniel Edwards, and is being unveiled this week on Facebook, announces Cory Allen Contemporary Art. 20x200 to Offer Celebrity Benefit Edition from David Bowie Thu, 05 May 2011, 19:32:31 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fans of legendary musician David Bowie can now own a rare artwork by the iconoclast via 20x200.com. In support of Housing Works Thrift Shop's 'Design on a Dime' fundraising event, the pioneering art e-commerce site 20x200 announced it is releasing a special benefit print by Bowie. Bowie's art print, IMAN No. 1, will be unveiled at Design on a Dime, and will make its online debut on 20x200 on Thursday, May 12, 2011. 20x200 to Offer Celebrity Benefit Edition from Simon Doonan Thu, 05 May 2011, 10:59:48 EST — Edited by Jessica Sand NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fashion, design and art are uniting for a great cause, and now art collectors everywhere can get in on the action at 20x200.com. In support of Housing Works Thrift Shop's Design on a Dime fundraising event, the pioneering art e-commerce site 20x200 announced it will release a limited-edition print by renowned style commentator and Barneys New York Creative Ambassador-at-Large Simon Doonan. Paul Madonna Exclusively Sells Drawing from 'All Over Coffee' Series at 20x200 Wed, 27 Apr 2011, 17:40:44 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paul Madonna, the San Francisco-based artist and cartoonist known for his 'All Over Coffee' series, is exclusively releasing a detailed ink wash drawing through 20x200.com, the place to discover and buy art online. Titled 'Studio, All Over Coffee #392,' the limited-edition print is an up close and personal look inside the artist's studio, where he produces the beloved series of strips and other cartoons and sketches. Ely Winter Festival Slated for February 3-13, 2011 in Ely, Minnesota Wed, 12 Jan 2011, 21:59:45 EST — Edited by Debra Tone ELY, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Preparations are underway for the 17th annual Ely Winter Festival slated for February 3-13, 2011, in the northern Minnesota tourist city known for its local beauty and wilderness. The volunteer Board has announced a schedule of events with something for all ages and interests, ranging from the annual Mukluk Ball, Sled Dog Rides, and historic Voyageur Encampment, to a crafts fair, ice fishing contest, food events, and the Ely ArtWalk taking place over the Festival's 10-day period. John Waguespack Solo Exhibition at The McLoughlin Gallery in San Francisco Wed, 01 Dec 2010, 20:05:04 EST — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- John Waguespack, is showcasing his latest exhibit at The McLoughlin Gallery in San Francisco December 3-31, 2010. 'RECONSTRUCTION' will be his first solo exhibition and will take place at The McLoughlin Gallery at 49 Geary Street in San Francisco, located just off of Union Square. Green Art in Shades of Blue by Thoma Hall in Blaine, WA Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 12:22:24 EST — Edited by Carly Zander BLAINE, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What you throw away may come back to haunt you. Original bottles were discovered by workers while excavating in an old landfill site and artist Thoma Hall embraced the opportunity to incorporate them into 'Journey of a Water Drop.' A dozen original glass bottles are among the 325 bottles in the art installation and visitors are challenged to locate them. /*CORRECTION*/ A Permanent Green Art Installation by Marta Thoma Hall is in the New Walnut Creek Library Opening July 17th Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 16:58:49 EST — Edited by Debra Tone WALNUT CREEK, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a press release issued June 22 on behalf of Marta Thoma Hall, there was an inadvertent error in specifying the date of the event, as provided by the news source. As issued, the event date had been noted in the text as July 16, when it should have stated July 17th, 2010, at the new Walnut Creek Library. A Permanent Green Art Installation by Marta Thoma Hall is in the New Walnut Creek Library Opening Tue, 22 Jun 2010, 12:50:29 EST — Edited by Debra Tone WALNUT CREEK, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Green art is only one way to describe the new suspended sculpture by Marta Thoma Hall at the new Walnut Creek Library north entrance. The art spirals overhead in a galaxy of glass bottles floating upward in space like stars and cosmic bodies. The bottles are an assortment of the every day kind, in various shades of blue, green, purple, and rose. Conservative Graffiti Street Artist Takes on Tiger Woods and Family Values Thu, 08 Apr 2010, 16:38:29 EST — Edited by Carly Zander LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tabloid artist Xvala will introduce his latest art piece, the 'Tiger Woods Rambovian Rosewood Glory Hole And Golf Furniture' in a soon to be revealed location on April 21st in Los Angeles, California. Today Tiger Woods returns to the PGA to contend at the 2010 Masters after a five month hiatus and media frenzied exploitation of his private affairs. In his return, Woods will have the support from some, including the notable sponsor Nike. The Art of Connecting: Bringing Together a Downtown Los Angeles Art Gallery, a Local Jewelry Designer and Local Networking Expert for a Mixer and Talk Wed, 07 Apr 2010, 16:34:00 EST — Edited by Carly Zander LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PYO Gallery LA is hosting an event with the Gallery Director, Heidi Chang, Jewelry Designer, Claudia Endler and Author and Speaker, Dr. Bill Saleebey. 'THE ART OF CONNECTING: Drawing Others to You' is the subject of a presentation by Saleebey, author of 'Connecting: Beyond the Name Tag' at PYO Gallery LA in Downtown Los Angeles on Thursday, April 29, featuring the contemporary art of Young Ha Park and the contemporary jewelry of artist Claudia Endler of Claudia Endler Designs. 'Brangelina Forever' Inspires Harmony in Bedroom of $500K Home Built in Their 'Name' Thu, 03 Dec 2009, 15:59:01 EST — Edited by Debra Tone OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phantom-Financial announces the December unveiling of the sculpture of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in an amorous embrace by artist Daniel Edwards, just minutes from Brad Pitt's own birthplace in the Oklahoma City Metro area. The sculpture is part of the 4,000 sq. ft., $500,000 house named The Brangelina, by the Los Angeles artist known as Xvala. C. Anthony Gallery and Pop Artist Steve Kaufman Present Olympic Silver Medalist and Hall of Fame Skier Billy Kidd Mon, 16 Nov 2009, 20:27:01 EST — Edited by Carly Zander BEAVER CREEK, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Friday, December 4, from 4 - 6 p.m., come meet and greet this true skiing legend. Billy's honors include 1970 World Champion, First American male to win an Olympic Medal in Alpine skiing, only person in history to win both the World Pro Championships and FIS World Championship in the same year, Olympic Silver Medalist and a member of the Skiing Hall of Fame; plus, Steve Kaufman, 'the former assistant to Andy Warhol.' Aspen Grove Fine Art and Internationally Acclaimed Pop Artist Steve Kaufman Proudly Present Olympic Gold Medalist Julia Mancuso Mon, 16 Nov 2009, 17:49:11 EST — Edited by Carly Zander ASPEN, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Saturday, November 28, from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., come meet and greet Julia, sponsored by La Croix Water, during her only U.S. races prior to defending her Olympic Gold Medal, and Steve Kaufman, 'the former assistant to Andy Warhol.' Don't miss this exciting opportunity to see Kaufman's colorful paintings of Julia, Bode Miller, Billy Kidd, Marilyn and many more American Icons come alive on canvas. C. Anthony Gallery and 'Internationally Acclaimed Pop Artist' Steve Kaufman Proudly Present Four Time World Champion and Two Time Olympic Medalist Bode Miller Mon, 16 Nov 2009, 15:51:41 EST — Edited by Carly Zander BEAVER CREEK, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Saturday, December 5 from 4:45 - 5:45 p.m., come meet and greet Bode during his only U.S. races prior to the 2010 Olympics and Steve Kaufman, 'the former assistant to Andy Warhol.' Don't miss this exciting opportunity to see Kaufman's colorful paintings of Bode, Julia Mancuso, Billy Kidd, Marilyn and many more American Icons come alive on canvas. A New Kind of Village - An Intern's Project for Special Equestrians Fri, 07 Aug 2009, 15:08:28 EST — Edited by Carly Zander WARRINGTON, Pa. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'I wanted to make a difference to improve the rider's experience during my time at Special Equestrians,' states intern Louis Taylor. As part of a unique collaboration between Foundations Community Partnership and Special Equestrians, Louis worked for ten weeks as a student intern for the Summer Youth Corp Program, sponsored through Foundations Community Partnership. During that time he divided his time between intensive classes, and Special Equestrians Therapeutic Horseback Riding Programs. Nude Angelina Jolie Park Bench Statue Provides Landmark for Public Breastfeeding Tue, 04 Aug 2009, 12:47:10 EST — Edited by Carly Zander NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For World Breastfeeding Week, Phantom-Financial announces the unveiling of a life-size park bench sculpture of Angelina Jolie nude with her twin babies by New York artist Daniel Edwards just minutes from Brad Pitt's own birthplace in the Oklahoma City Metro area in September before its Fall exhibition in London. 'Landmark for Breastfeeding,' inspired by last year's cover of W magazine featuring Angelina Jolie suckling her baby. New Art Book Combines Chaos, God and Sex with Digital Imaging: 'Fractopia' by Christopher Simmons Thu, 02 Jul 2009, 11:52:19 EST — Edited by Debra Tone REDONDO BEACH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Christopher Simmons' 'Fractopia' (ISBN: 978-0-9710555-0-6, hardcover - limited edition, Neotrope Press), collects the best of Simmons' abstract images created by combining fractal imagery with photographic effects, textures and hand-applied layers. This special edition includes a video DVD with slide show of all images found in the book. Some of the art has been called sexual in nature, including the piece called 'godheart.' First time ever Andy Warhol and Steve Kaufman (teacher and his assistant - student) are having a Pop Art Show in Las Vegas July 4th Thu, 11 Jun 2009, 13:30:05 EST — Edited by Carly Zander LAS VEGAS, Nev. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Centaur Art Galleries is pleased to present the art work of Andy Warhol, who passed away in 1987, and his former assistant, Steve Kaufman. The exhibition of the 'Master' and his 'student,' reunited at last and exhibited together, is Centaur Art Galleries' most ambitious undertaking in more than 20 years. 'Through the Prism of Green Eyes' - Lana Lucas - InterArt Gallery May 19-30 Mon, 04 May 2009, 08:00:10 EST — Edited by Carly Zander NEW YORK, N.Y., May 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Russian-born painter Lana Lucas will bring her contemporary surrealistic watercolor paintings to the InterArt Gallery in New York City in an exhibition that is sure to stir deep emotions and heighten visual senses. Lana Lucas has created a name for herself with paintings that feature rich, vibrant colors contrasted with very dark subjects that invite the viewer into a beautiful, yet strangely dangerous world. Cape Artist Recognized by National Oil Painters Association Mon, 20 Apr 2009, 12:07:53 EST — Edited by Carly Zander WEST BARNSTABLE, Mass., April 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Oil Painters of America (OPA) announced that Ronald Tinney has been juried into its 2009 National Exhibition of Traditional Oils. The show will be held at Sage Creek Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico, from May 1 through May 31, 2009. Pitt-Jolie Inspire Domestic Bliss in Fractured Housing Market Thu, 16 Apr 2009, 06:29:49 EST — Edited by Carly Zander OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., April 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Just a few minutes drive from Brad Pitt's hometown, a new home currently under construction is using the inspiration of Brad Pitt and his love interest Angelina Jolie to help create its 'inner curb appeal' in order to be competitive in the tough housing market. Named 'The Brangelina,' the house capitalizes on the image of Pitt and Jolie with the use of proverbs, tattoos and quotes reflecting their beliefs. The $500,000 home, by the artist known as Xvala, is expected to go on sale this summer, announced Buddy Haydel. Wham Bang Comics Debuts The Legend of Night Owl Thu, 22 Jan 2009, 12:48:52 EST — Edited by Carly Zander FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Give Jake Tinsley five minutes and he'll sell you his latest comic book. It doesn't matter where you meet Jake: on an airplane; in a restaurant; in the halls of his middle school. At 14, Jake is one of the youngest comic book writers in the U.S. and has more than a year of sales experience under his belt. He has authored five comic books and 20 comic strips, launched art shows at three galleries, and served as an expert panelist during a comic book convention in Las Vegas. Ely, Minnesota Celebrates 15th Annual Winter Festival Feb 6-16, 2009 Tue, 13 Jan 2009, 14:37:48 EST — Edited by Carly Zander ELY, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Preparations are underway for the Ely Winter Festival slated for February 6-16, 2009, in the northern Minnesota tourist city known for its local beauty and wilderness. The volunteer Board has announced a schedule of events for all ages, abilities and interests; ranging from Sled Dog Rides, an historic Voyageur Encampment, cross-country ski specials and outdoor ice skating; to a crafts fair, several dinners, musical concerts and art events taking place over the Festival's 10-day period. Fountain Miami to Open During Art Basel Weekend This December Mon, 03 Nov 2008, 12:23:34 EST — Edited by Carly Zander NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fountain Miami, the alternative art exhibition known for presenting cutting-edge and independent art galleries, sets up shop in an industrial warehouse located at 25th Street and North Miami Avenue for its latest installment this December. Fountain is a guerrilla-style art event, dubbed by many as the 'Anti Art Fair' for its brash, off-the-wall offerings of non-traditional art exhibitions in the art fair environment. 'Bee Behr...Over the Years' - Presenting the Art of Beatrice Van der Pool Behr Mon, 27 Oct 2008, 17:20:17 EST — Edited by Carly Zander GREENVILLE, N.C., Oct. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The creations of 95-year-old working artist, Bee Behr, will be presented in an exclusive exhibit, 'Bee Behr...Over the Years,' from November 2 - 21, 2008 at The Art Gallery & Studio of Nelle Lee Hayes, in Greenville, NC. A direct quote from Bee Behr, 'I don't think in the same direction as most people,' gives perhaps the best insight into the unique talent of this artist... over the years; 95 years, to be exact. Michelle Obama Sculpture Remains Through Election Wed, 15 Oct 2008, 18:22:25 EST — Edited by Carly Zander NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Possibly foreshadowing next month's presidential election results is the overwhelming show of support for the decision to keep a portrait bust of Michelle Obama on display at Manhattan's Leo Kesting Gallery. Viewers walking into the west village gallery earlier this month were polled about whether to keep Michelle Obama's likeness on display until the election. Amusing Ourselves to Death in the Art World Fri, 10 Oct 2008, 16:43:41 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan NORMAN, Okla., Oct. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Artist, Xvala, is introducing two new art series at MAINSITE Contemporary Art. The opening is scheduled for Friday, October 10 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 122 East Main Street in Norman. The works will be exhibited through November 29. The artist, Xvala, says he, wants to 'look like Jeff Koons, feel like Damien Hirst, and be a prince like Richard Prince.' Michelle Obama's Sexy Mannequin Bust: NYC Gallery's 'First Lady' Fashion Makeover Wed, 17 Sep 2008, 11:23:41 EST — Edited by Carly Zander NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- First Lady hopeful Michelle Obama receives an 'Inaugural Ball' makeover for providing a makeover to the face of the U.S. The sexy, bare-shouldered style-enhancement highlights Obama's ethnicity to create a new fashion template for the 21st Century First Lady, and is the latest installment of sculptor Daniel Edwards' 'Inspire America' series, courtesy of Manhattan's Leo Kesting Gallery. Two Paintings by Ronald Tinney Are Selected for Prestigious Boston Competition Mon, 25 Aug 2008, 18:43:38 EST — Edited by Carly Zander BOSTON, Mass. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Out of 200 entries submitted by 70 artists from around New England working in the realist tradition, 35 paintings were selected for The Guild of Boston Artists' Annual New England Representational Competition. Two of the 35 are Sunrise Magic and Resting Quietly by Ronald Tinney, an artist based in West Barnstable, Mass. Oprah Winfrey Depicted with Late Dogs in Puppies' Memorial - New York Gallery Appeals to Pet Lovers with Exhibit Wed, 14 May 2008, 11:49:21 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y., May 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An exhibit dedicated to the memory of Oprah Winfrey's late dogs opens in Manhattan's West Village, helping to promote pet safety awareness. A life-size monument depicts puppy versions of Oprah's Cocker Spaniel Sophie and Golden Labrador Gracie atop the head of the talk show icon by controversial sculptor Daniel Edwards. The Puppies' Memorial will be exhibited at Leo Kesting Gallery on May 22nd. Robert Cipriani's Award-Winning 'Passages' Painting Series Marked for Two Upcoming Art Exhibitions Wed, 23 Apr 2008, 11:58:33 EST — Edited by Carly Zander DUXBURY, Mass., April 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In 2003, Passages 2 received Directors' Choice of Outstanding Painting at the Cambridge Art Association. Passages, Ocean to Bay 1 won 'Artist of the Year, Painting' at the Cambridge Art Association Members' Prize Show in 2005 and was selected 'Best Cape Cod Landscape' at the Cape Cod Art Association in 2007. Today, painter and designer Robert Cipriani continues to evolve his award-winning 'Passages' paintings. Chicago to Host 'Oprah Sarcophagus' from the Artist Who Created Nude Britney Spears on Bear Skin Rug Wed, 23 Apr 2008, 08:08:03 EST — Edited by Debra Tone CHICAGO, Ill., April 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A gilded coffin lid bearing Oprah's full-figured likeness by controversial sculptor Daniel Edwards, designed to reach out to the recently retired baby boomers for whom healthcare reform will come too late, lands in Chicago this week. Edwards is offering his latest creation of the television icon to break the ice with baby boomers to encourage them to prepare for their own funerals. The Oprah Sarcophagus, courtesy of NYC's Leo Kesting Gallery, will be unveiled April 24th. Oprah Burial Mask a Tribute to Inner Beauty - Golden Likeness of TV Talk Queen Winfrey Debuts in Chicago Fri, 18 Apr 2008, 01:29:06 EST — Edited by Carly Zander CHICAGO, Ill., April 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On the heels of last year's farewell tour of the King Tut exhibit starts this year's tour of the gilded likeness of talk show queen, Oprah Winfrey. The Oprah Burial Mask will debut in Chicago April 24th, near Oprah's Harpo Studios at GARDENfresh Gallery, courtesy of NYC's Leo Kesting Gallery. Oprah Sarcophagus Reaches Out to Unprepared Retirees - Health Care Reform Will Come Too Late for Some Baby Boomers Thu, 17 Apr 2008, 09:00:48 EST — Edited by Carly Zander CHICAGO, Ill., April 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With her endorsement of presidential candidate Barack Obama, Oprah is making known her views on the need for healthcare reform. But controversial sculptor Daniel Edwards is urging talk show host Oprah Winfrey to do more by taking the time on her show to reach out to the recently retired baby boomers for whom healthcare reform will come too late. Photographic Fine Art Lamps Feature New Environmentally Responsible LED Lighting Tue, 26 Feb 2008, 07:16:51 EST — Edited by Carly Zander CARPINTERIA, Calif., Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Holland Scott Gallery today announces the debut of the Environmentally Responsible Green Energy Fine Art Lamps. These lamps combine energy-efficiency technology with fine-art design. Internationally Acclaimed Spanish Master Painter Ramon Vilanova Coming to New Jersey Fri, 15 Feb 2008, 08:21:54 EST — Edited by Carly Zander SUMMIT, N.J. - Feb. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Internationally acclaimed Spanish Master Painter Ramon Vilanova is coming to Summit, New Jersey. He will be in Summit on Saturday, March 8 and Sunday, March 9 to unveil a new collection of Plein-Air paintings. The masterworks collection is featured in the new book of his paintings entitled 'Miradas'; the third monograph published featuring the works of this phenomenal artist. Cosmopolitan Fine Art will host a reception and book signing for the artist on March 8, 2008. Altered Britney Spears Tabloid Image Challenges the Art World Fri, 08 Feb 2008, 15:28:05 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan NORMAN, Okla. - Feb. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Last year, images of Britney Spears' shaved head were splayed all over the media. And, in celebration of Spears, Mainsite Contemporary Art in Norman is exhibiting an appropriated image for public viewing through March 28. Los Angeles artist, known as XVALA, set out to define Spears' spiritual, emotional and economical value. Freedom and Focus Play Equal Roles in Artist Robert Cipriani's Abstract Paintings Thu, 31 Jan 2008, 10:35:00 EST — Edited by Carly Zander DUXBURY, Mass. - Jan. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One informs the other; the other informs the one. 'As an abstract painter, I am very influenced by my life's work as a graphic designer. Alternatively, my approach to painting impacts my design work in a way that makes it richer and more interesting,' explains artist Robert Cipriani, whose abstract painting, Red 2, received an honorable mention award at the Cambridge Art Association's 'Red' show in November 2007. Kentucky Derby Horse a 'Champion' for Right To Die Thu, 24 Jan 2008, 11:18:07 EST — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Barbaro, the euthanized champion racehorse, is an emblem for the Right To Die and Death With Dignity movements in a monument to be unveiled in Central Park this April, before the 134th Kentucky Derby. 'The Barbaro Memorial for the Right to Die' by controversial sculptor Daniel Edwards is a tribute to the late Triple Crown contender and is dedicated to the institution of euthanasia, announced Manhattan's Leo Kesting Gallery. Barbaro to be Remembered with Statue in Central Park Wed, 23 Jan 2008, 12:35:23 EST — Edited by Carly Zander NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A statue of Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro will be unveiled at the Central Park South location where a carriage horse was tragically killed last year. The unveiling will correspond with the introduction of a proposal titled Barbaro's Law, urging the mandatory disclosure of race-related horse injuries and fatalities. 'The Barbaro Memorial' by controversial sculptor Daniel Edwards, courtesy of Manhattan's Leo Kesting Gallery, will be unveiled April 30th, the week of the 134th Kentucky Derby. Asheville, NC Artist Launches National I Am Thankful Postcard Art Project - Submit Postcards Now Wed, 14 Nov 2007, 10:21:27 EST — Edited by Carly Zander ASHEVILLE, N.C. - Nov. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This fall artist Damaris Pierce launches her new, national postcard art project just in time to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. The project, entitled 'I Am Thankful,' encourages individuals of all ages and organizations such as craft guilds, public schools and counseling centers to create original postcard artwork expressing gratitude. Sculpture Honors Holocaust Victims - Exclusive Exhibit at the Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust Fri, 12 Oct 2007, 23:05:00 EST — Edited by Carly Zander LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gallery of Historical Figures announces 'The Holocaust,' a realistic sculpture by artist G. S. Stuart pays homage to the millions of victims slain in the death camps of World War II. After extensive research, Stuart set a working prisoner in Auschwitz and then carefully modeled the tableau in quarter life size. Artist Protests 'Iraq War Apathy' with Prince Harry Statue - Sculptor Daniel Edwards to Unveil Latest Political Spectacle in London Wed, 03 Oct 2007, 23:59:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK and LONDON, England - Oct. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prince Harry is the symbolic hero of a monument encouraging empathy for the Iraq War in the latest work by controversial New York sculptor, Daniel Edwards. The statue featuring Prince Harry will be unveiled at London's Trafalgar Hotel October 11th during the Bridge Art Fair, courtesy of Capla Kesting Fine Art of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Prince Harry 'Dead' in Iraq War Memorial - The 'Brave At Heart' Honored with Royal Tribute in London Wed, 26 Sep 2007, 18:37:00 EST — Edited by Debra Tone LONDON, England - Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A war-mutilated Prince Harry is the symbolic fallen hero in a memorial honoring those willing but unable to serve in the occupied Iraq conflict. Harry, the youthful brother to Britain's future king, was poised to be the most celebrated soldier of the Coalition forces, but due to the 'specific threats to kill or kidnap him,' he was kept home. However, Prince Harry will be remembered for his intended tour of duty in a memorial to be unveiled at the Trafalgar Hotel October 11th courtesy of Bridge Art Fair. 'Paris Hilton Autopsy' Educates New York City Teens - Interactive Drunk Driving PSA Promotes Safe Prom Thu, 26 Apr 2007, 23:09:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, N.Y. - Apr. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paris Hilton's naked 'corpse' could provide an invaluable service to students preparing for prom this season. An interactive Public Service Announcement featuring the graphic display of a tiara-wearing, autopsied Paris Hilton with removable innards is designed to warn teenagers of the hazards of underage drinking. The display also features Tinkerbell, Hilton's forlorn pet Chihuahua with matching tiara, and debuts in the trendy Williamsburg, Brooklyn neighborhood where prom-goers frequently dine, courtesy of Capla Kesting Fine Art. John Waguespack Unveils Latest Exhibit 'REINCARNATION' at District in San Francisco Wed, 11 Apr 2007, 20:00:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Apr. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- John Waguespack, a unique San Francisco Surreal Artist, launches his latest exhibit 'REINCARNATION' at District in San Francisco on Thursday April 12th. This exhibit ties history, pop culture, and surrealism into a colorful display of American iconography. 'A Jamaica, Queens Thing': Rap and the Crack Era in South Jamaica Mon, 09 Apr 2007, 19:23:00 EST — Edited by Carly Zander JAMAICA, N.Y. - Apr. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL) is pleased to present 'A Jamaica, Queens Thing': Rap and the Crack Era in South Jamaica, organized by guest curator Herb Tam. The opening artist reception takes place Saturday, April 14, 2007, 4 - 7 pm. The Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning Announces Provocative Art Exhibit That Examines Boundaries in the Contemporary Art Field Fri, 19 Jan 2007, 17:34:00 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan QUEENS, N.Y. - Jan. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL) has assembled a group of 18 emerging artists in a new exhibition - The Field: Selections from JCAL's Artist Registry. The opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, January 27, from 4-7 p.m. with a special performance by Tattfoo Tan. Cuban Exiles Can Breathe Sigh of Relief as Miami Gets Nude Britney Spears Giving Birth Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 14:53:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons MIAMI, Fla. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 'deathbed' portrait of Fidel Castro that outraged Cuban exiles everywhere in part for a scheduled display in Miami this weekend has been replaced with 'Monument to Pro-Life: The Birth of Sean Preston.' The renowned nude of Britney Spears giving birth atop a bearskin rug appears at Fountain Miami, courtesy of Capla Kesting Fine Art, from December 7th to 11th in Wynwood Gallery district during Art Basel Miami. Fidel Castro's 'Deathbed Portrait' Slated for Deconstruction in Miami Mon, 06 Nov 2006, 14:32:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons MIAMI, Fla. - Nov. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Plans for an unveiling in New York's Central Park of Fidel Castro on his 'deathbed' have instead turned into plans for the deconstruction of his effigy in Miami, where he will be prematurely laid to rest. Capla Kesting Fine Arts announces the unveiling of 'Fidel Castro's Deathbed Portrait' has been reconsidered by the artist, courtesy of the Miami FM morning show El Traketeo on WRTO 98.3. Castro's 'Last Visit' to Central Park: 'Deathbed Portrait' of Fidel as Humanitarian Goes on Display in NY Tue, 24 Oct 2006, 18:10:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, N.Y. - Oct. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capla Kesting Fine Art announced that an unveiling in Central Park of Fidel Castro on his 'deathbed' may be the last opportunity to say 'farewell' to the man some revere as a champion of civil rights. 'Fidel Castro's Deathbed Portrait,' described as a colossal portrait of a solemn Castro at rest, will be unveiled at 10:00 am November 8th, just north of the monument for Cuban poet, Jose Marti. John Waguespack Donates Original Paintings at the Annual Four Galleries Event in Honor of Larkin Street Youth Services Thu, 12 Oct 2006, 20:54:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Oct. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- John Waguespack, a unique San Francisco Surreal Artist, donates a portion of the proceeds for two original paintings in honor of Larkin Street Youth Services. A private reception and art sale is being held at The Four Galleries in San Francisco today, Thursday October 12th, and Friday October 13th. Waguespack's 'Landscape' was painted in 2005 and 'Winter' was added to the portfolio in January 2006. TomKat Skat Relisted on eBay - TomKitten's 'First Poop' in Bronze is the ShaTizzle for Charity Fri, 01 Sep 2006, 22:30:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, N.Y. - Sept. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Capla Kesting Gallery announced today that the Daniel Edwards sculpture of Suri Cruise's first poop in bronze, which has been covered internationally in the press this week and was the most e-mailed photo on Yahoo! on Thursday, is now back on eBay. The auction will benefit the March of Dimes charity. Controversial Sculptor Daniel Edwards Inspired by TomKat Child's First Meal Tue, 29 Aug 2006, 20:21:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, N.Y. - Aug. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Capla Kesting Fine Art gallery in New York announced the latest work by noted sculptor Daniel Edwards, famous for his celebrity-inspired themes, which depicts an interpretive 'bronze casting of Suri Cruise's first poop.' The natural and inoffensive sculpture in bronze will be on display at the gallery in September and auctioned on eBay for the March of Dimes charity. Alleged Suri Cruise's Baby Poop Bronzed for Charity - Healthy 'Evidence' of Tom and Katie's Baby Goes on eBay Mon, 28 Aug 2006, 18:05:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bronzed baby shoes are out, and bronzed baby poop is in, for Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes as they celebrate baby's 'first poop.' The commemoration of baby Suri Cruise's first poop strives to be the evidence of her existence for a public yet to see photos of the superstar couple's four month old infant. The sclupture, 'Suri Cruise commissioned bronzed baby poop' goes on display August 30th at Capla Kesting Fine Art in Brooklyn's Williamsburg gallery district and will be offered on eBay with the proceeds to benefit the March of Dimes. Hillary Topless - Documentary Uncovers Nude Origin of Sex Museum's 'Presidential Bust' of Senator Clinton Wed, 26 Jul 2006, 19:59:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, NY - July 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The nude study of Senator Hillary Clinton used in creating her first portrait as U.S. President is featured in a documentary now viewable at YouTube.com, the net's leading video download site. 'Hillary's Bust,' an eight-minute short produced by Goodnight Film, reveals the sexy origins of a statue of the former First Lady planned for display at New York's Museum of Sex. The film contains the only footage taken of an unclothed preparatory study of Hillary Clinton's upper torso used for developing the heroic-scaled 'Presidential Bust of Hillary Rodham Clinton: First Woman President of the United States of America.' Emerging Latino Artist Expresses Personal Passion and Social Messages through Figurative Art Fri, 14 Jul 2006, 21:15:00 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan LOS ANGELES, CA - July 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Figurative artist, Jose Angel Hernandez, will be displaying a collection of provocative portrait paintings at a group show to be held at the Infusion Gallery in downtown Los Angeles from August 1st to the 25th. Dedication Honors Nude Britney Spears Giving Birth Wed, 22 Mar 2006, 18:59:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons BROOKLYN, NY - Mar. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A nude Britney Spears on a bearskin rug while giving birth to her firstborn marks a 'first' for Pro-Life. Pop-star Britney Spears is the 'ideal' model for Pro-Life and the subject of a dedication at Capla Kesting Fine Art in Brooklyn's Williamsburg gallery district, in what is proclaimed the first Pro-Life monument to birth, in April. Who's Who at the 2006 International Art Expo? Tue, 21 Feb 2006, 19:32:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons NEW YORK, NY - Feb. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At this year's New York Decor International Art Expo, scheduled March 2 - 6, some of the most intriguing, magnificent, unique and original works of fine art will be on display. Featured will be new, emerging and dynamic artist Donald J. Davenport. Davenport brings to market unique and different original works of mixed medium art. Davenports' depth and technical values in surrealistic realism with an edge of symbolism will certainly captivate the attention of many viewers attending this year show. Artist Perreaoult Daniels, 'Controversial Images are Achilles Heel of Terrorist' Thu, 16 Feb 2006, 18:32:00 EST — Edited by Carly Zander WASHINGTON, D.C. - Feb. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Artist Perreaoult Daniels announces that all Controversial Images found on his Web site are free for use in any broadcast, print or Internet media. The Artist has been threatened, his studio broken into and computer destroyed. Perreaoult's position is that 'We artists are portraying a reality that we perceive, if the image offends then perhaps it reflects a reality that others do not wish to acknowledge. It is the Achilles heel of the advocates of terror.' Ted's Head Reunites with Body in Bizarre Gallery Twist - Artist Answers Fans' Demands with New Bust of 'Splinter' Thu, 22 Sep 2005, 12:29:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, NY - September 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Connecticut artist whose notorious 'Ted's Head' art show has caused a storm of controversy has announced that he will respond to the wishes of fans angered by his severed-head presentation of baseball great Ted Williams. Fans of the legendary Boston Red Sox hitter have expressed outrage at artist Daniel Edwards' display of three 'death mask' casts on exhibit at NY's First Street Gallery this month. The sculptures depict Williams' head as prepared for frozen storage at Scottsdale Arizona's Alcor Life Extension Foundation. War and Aerial Assault of Wolves Merge in Painter's Imagination Tue, 20 Sep 2005, 12:08:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, NY - September 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Opening on October 4th at New York's First Street Gallery, Lisa Zwerling's new paintings. Images of war are the potent narrative elements in her recent work. Zwerling was haunted by the visuals of Iraq. In a creative fiction she combines the wolves she's painted for several years with Apache helicopters. Whereas helicopters used in Vietnam were largely for rescue, in Iraq Apaches are a new generation, fitted with bombs. Controversial Decision to Exhibit Ted Williams' 'Death Mask' Defended Amidst Questions of its Origin Fri, 26 Aug 2005, 12:33:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, NY - August 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York's First Street Gallery defends its decision to exhibit Ted Williams' 'death mask,' amid recent controversy surrounding its origin. When Daniel Edwards presented the 'death mask' as an object to display with other Ted Williams items, it was known there would be the potential for controversy, a spokesperson for the gallery said. The decision to exhibit the 'death mask' was carefully made with the intent that the 'death mask' should be presented as a part of a display to memorialize Ted Williams. We are all fans of Ted Williams, and we miss him. 'Death Mask' of Baseball Star's Severed Head Featured in Exhibit - Ted Williams' Life or Death Controversy Resurrected Thu, 25 Aug 2005, 13:45:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEW YORK, NY - August 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE0 -- What would be the ultimate prize for a big-game collector of memorabilia from a larger-than-life sports legend? Curious gallery goers may find an answer in the new exhibit titled The Ted Williams Memorial Display with Death Mask from The Ben Affleck 2004 World Series Collection, hosted by the Chelsea district's First Street Gallery. The gallery kicks off its season with the world premier unveiling of the 'death mask' of baseball great Ted Williams' clinically decapitated frozen head. George Washington, Other Military Sculptures will Bivouac at Boston Expo Fri, 17 Jun 2005, 16:53:00 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons BOSTON, Mass. - June 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A three-day exhibit of Historical Figures(R) by artist and historian George Stuart will open on Friday July 1, 2005 at the Park Plaza Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. The sixteen sculptures are quarter life-sized, highly detailed, three-dimensional portraits of history's most famous as well as notorious military figures. Stuart's work will be featured as part of the World Model Soldiers Exposition. At a seminar on Saturday July 2, the California artist will discuss his work and techniques.
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