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December 2007
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 Nancy Dillen's"Royal Cruise" |
IT'S FAUX REAL At our upcoming January show decide for yourself where the line is drawn between fantasy and reality. Each of the artists represented paints their interpretations of fantasy or reality as their minds take over to create completely original works of art. From the Friday evening opening January 25th at 6:00pm to 9:00pm through March 30th, we will be presenting the imaginative landscapes by Nancy Dillen of Eau Gallie, historical paintings by Catherine Wicks of Melbourne, the life-assertive works by Sandra de Nijs of Orlando, and the small folk images by Igor Gorban of New York. The night of the opening, viewers can help fulfill the fantasy of the Precision Contemporary Dance Company perform on stage again. Precision Contemporary is the non-profit organization that will receive 100% of the proceeds from the gift basket that will be raffled off that evening. |
 Catherine Wicks'"Peanut" |
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 "Hard Candy" 40" x 30" |
TODD WHITE - New Releases
As a gift to all of us, nationally acclaimed artist, Todd White, has released his 2008 Dark & Light series early. Only eight pieces total have been released, and we currently have two of them ("Hard Candy" & "Someone's Pretty Baby") on site along with works from his 2007 White Hot Series. White chose the title "Hard Candy" after his friend expressed his true feelings for the painting. "White said ‘man, its still wet so don’t try to touch her” his friend replied with “I wish I could just suck on her like hard candy." White's inspiration comes from everywhere and he often finds himself staring at someone to take in all the little mannerisms they do. "Someone's Pretty Baby" comes from a woman who he says was defiantly telling her friend something secretive and so seductive it was killing him. She caught him more that once staring and he thought it was freaking her out.. He wanted to say to her, "I’m not a stalker I’m an artist” then says he remembered most artists are stalkers. Click here to see more of White's work. If you would like a private viewing of Todd White's art, please call us at 321-722-6000. |
 "Someone's Pretty Baby" 32" x 18" |
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ATTORNEY TO SPEAK Copyright & Patent Attorney Brian Steinberger from Cocoa, FL. Thursday, December 6th from 7pm - 9pm! If you've taken a "Market Your Art Successfully" workshop at LoPressionism Gallery OR if you were one of Nancy Dillen's "Business of Art" students, you're welcome to attend the "Market Your Art Successfully" Attorney night at the Gallery - FREE! If you haven't yet taken the MYAS Workshop and want to get in on future "Attorney Nights" the next workshop starts in March (details below). Once you've taken MYAS, you can come to as many Attorney Nights as you like for free - which isn't a bad deal since laws frequently change. Have your questions ready and please RSVP! |
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GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS A month of shopping left before Christmas may still seem like plenty of time, and we know that this Florida weather can make it difficult to get into the Christmas spirit. But, believe it or not, the holidays are upon us. If you would like help from one of our nurturing consultants in picking out that perfect gift for each of the special people in your life, we have many options from colorful dichroic glass earrings for $10.00 to beautiful natural leaves plated in gold on a fresh water pearl necklace for $295.00. We also have stunning and functional business card holders, and most of our boutique items will be on sale from now through December 25th including the marine works by Patrick Chevailler as pictured on the left. If you don't want to get caught in holiday traffic, many of our boutique items are now available to purchase online, just click here! |
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 Carline Caesar |
BAEA FUNDRAISER The Brevard Art Educators Association (BAEA) is a nonprofit organization of visual art teachers, dedicated to providing challenging sequential art programs, preparing students to utilize their personal art skills & expression, and to developing their sensitivities to various cultures and every day facet of life. For this year's fundraiser, local professional artists including R.L. Lewis II, Nancy Dillen, and Fritz Van Eeden and art teachers from various schools in Brevard have come together to create 29 one-of-a-kind Art Studio Stools! The stools will be on exhibit at LoPressionism Gallery through December 14th. Raffle tickets are available now for a chance to win each of the stools at $5 each or 6 for $25. Drawings for each Art Studio Stool will be held at LoPressionsim at 6:30pm on Friday, December 14th coinciding with Downtown Melbourne's monthly Friday Fest. Stools will be awarded at the drawing or can be picked up by 5pm Sat, Dec. 15th at LoPressionism. All of the proceeds from the drawing will benefit the BAEA who would like to thank everyone for their support! |
 Krystal Kapatos |
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GOING DIGITAL FOR ARTISTS Going Digital teaches anyone (especially artists) who needs to photograph their work, format it electronically to submit to art shows, galleries, or trade shows, and upload photos using "Zapplication." Our workshop will bring computer novice artists into the digital age in a friendly and comfortable venue. Basic computer navigation skills are a pre-requisite. Bring your own laptop or desktop computer. Tuesday, December 11th from 10:30 am to 5:30pm with a 1.5 hour lunch break. Cost: $100.00. Students must register with a $20.00 non-refundable fee ahead of time to receive the software in advance. It works on both Mac & PC platforms. |
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WEBSITES MADE EASY! Jeannie Masterson of Webster42.net will teach you how to build your own website. Webster42 is a product that allows you to build your own website using their pre-constructed templates. By the end of the day, you'll have a website with the opportunity to put it "on-line"; if you choose to sign up with them ($30.00/month). Everything is internet based. Because this is a natural follow-up course to Going Digital, if you take Going Digital, then this workshop is FREE! Cost: $75.00 (a $20 non-refundable fee holds your spot) if you have NOT taken Going Digital. If you choose to sign up with Webster42, the $99 sign up fee will be waived if you've taken ANY WORKSHOP at LoPressionism Gallery! |
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ARTISTIC INTUITION – Meet Your Inner Artist Ever wonder where artists, writers, and other creative types get their inspiration and ideas? Using guided imagery, journaling and meditation; you’ll meet your own fun loving little Muse. You'll leave refreshed and rejuvenated. Please dress comfortably; bring a floor mat or oversized cushion, drinking water, a journal or writing tablet and something to write with. Linda Kline, our PMC instructor also teaches this workshop, and those of you who know Linda, know how she can elicit creativity from you in a soothing gentle way! Register for either Sunday, January 20, 2-5pm OR Monday, February 4, 2-5 pm Cost is $30.00 and includes the $15.00 non-refundable registration fee. |
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6 WEEKS of PRECIOUS METAL CLAY - The basics and beyond! Whether you've already had an introductory PMC class, or a more advanced one, this 6-week session makes the perfect gift for you or anyone! We've had so many requests for different levels of PMC training that Linda Kline has offered to dedicate Thursdays to us starting January 31st through March 6th so she can combine all levels and a variety of projects in one course! Precious Metal Clay (PMC) has revolutionized jewelry making. A user-friendly medium, PMC looks, acts and feels like clay but is pulverized granules of pure silver (.999). New students will learn basic techniques to produce exquisite jewelry designs of pure, fine silver. Returning students are invited to use this class as an open studio while learning new and advanced techniques. The instructor will collect a materials fee of $95 at the first session, which includes a basic tool kit and enough silver to complete at least three designs. Additional silver will be available for sale. A different technique / jewelry project will be covered each week. Register by January 20th for either Thursday afternoons, 2-5 p.m. OR Thursday evenings, 6-9 p.m. Cost is $150.00 per person for the entire 6 weeks, which includes a $20.00 non-refundable registration fee. |
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MARKET YOUR ART SUCCESSFULLY Have your art copyright questions answered, find out how to handle those constant requests for donations, and so much more! In this workshop you will cover topics such as basic business skills & planning, creating marketing materials, tips for the web, pricing & reproducing your artwork & how to get on a gallery's "good side" with professionalism. The workshop will conclude with a marketing analysis of your artwork in a group critique & brainstorming format. Wednesday evenings - March 26, April 2, 9, 16, & 23rd from 6pm to 9pm Cost: $160.00 (a $20.00 non refundable deposit holds your space). Cost includes text book and an hour of consulting (appointment necessary) with the gallery staff at your convenience! |
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MUD FLATS POTTERY CLASSES Sue Tuttle is an accomplished thrower and hand sculptor. Her influences are her attraction to Asian and African art, textured surfaces, geometric patterns, and subdued slips and glazes. Sue offers separate adults and kids beginning wheel thrown pottery classes which focus on the development of form, trimming, handle pulling and unique glazing techniques. She also offers a kids hand-building with clay class that focuses on a variety of hand-building projects using techniques including a slab roller, extruder, carving, coiling and glazing. Kids classes begin at $100.00 for an hour and a half once a week for six weeks. Adults classes begin at $120.00 for two hours once a week for six weeks. For more information and class times contact Sue at 321-951-1310. Class sizes are limited and are held at Sue's gallery: Mud Flats Pottery 1518-d South Babcock, Melbourne, FL. 32901. |
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 Victor Humareda "Pueblo Joven" |
PERUVIAN WORKS The images shown are by two of the most influential masters of Peruvian modern artwork. Victor Humareda's "Pueblo Joven" is an original oil painting measuring 31" x 23." Angel Chavez's "Inti Warriors" as seen on the right is also an original oil and measures 24" x 12." Works by these artists belong to the Nation's Cultural Patrimony of Peru meaning that current works of theirs that are sold, can not leave Peru. The works shown are are available for purchase in the United States. For further information on each of the pieces and the artists, click here. |
 Angel Chavez "Inti Warriors" |
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THE ART OF CONSERVATION If you have a treasured piece of artwork that you hope to keep in your family for years to come, Art Business News and local framers agree that Conservation Framing is key in preserving artworks. Jody Carter of Art Expressions in Eau Gallie, says "If it's worth framing, it's worth protecting." And, because the technology of the industry grows so rapidly, she feels that one should find someone who is certified in framing. Because "art is in competition with time itself," as David from Creative Framing in Indian Harbour Beach stated, practicing conservation framing is the most cost effective way to keep a work from needing frequent restorations (which are often the reason for further deterioration). "It's most important to protect the integrity of the art," says Annette of Oceanside Framing in Indialantic which is all the more reason to take action early and see that your pieces are properly protected. To read Art Business News' article, Conservation Minded, click here. |
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DOODLES - 1st Annual Student Show We've finally hammered out the details for our first annual DOODLES show, and we're thrilled about seeing what Brevard County art students are producing. DOODLES is an acronym for Desire, Originality, Optimism, Dedication, Latitude, Education & Support: all key elements in becoming successful in the artworld. So, if you're one of those students who sits at your desk doodling instead of paying attention to what's on the blackboard, now may be your chance to show off your artistic talent. Submission packets are to be received at our gallery by June 6, 2008. The show will run from July 25 - September 30, a full ten week art exhibit with a professional art opening. To see other benefits and requirements for the show, click here to download the pdf file that has complete details. |
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MISTELTOE A CHRISTMAS Sitting under the mistletoe (Pale-green, fairy mistletoe), One last candle burning low, All the sleepy dancers gone, Just one candle burning on, Shadows lurking everywhere: Some one came, and kissed me there. |
Tired I was; my head would go Nodding under the mistletoe (Pale-green, fairy mistletoe), No footsteps came, no voice, but only, Just as I sat there, sleepy, lonely, Stooped in the still and shadowy air Lips unseen - and kissed me there. - Walter de la Mare |
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