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Mo. veteran dials up art
Andy Kingston says he's surprised by the fuss people make when they see his artwork. Kingston, 52, works the dials of a red Etch A Sketch as he talks, making dozens of minute turns to create a gray-lined farm scene. His talent with the popular children's toy is something he rediscovered in early June after he was admitted to the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center for diabetes complications. ... The Wichita Eagle
The art of a gallery owner
There are brightly colored paintings of athletes evoking American painter Leroy Neiman. Amidst those paintings are more luminescent works reminiscent of the great masters. Greenwich Time
Quarterly gallery walk is tonight downtown
Six galleries will participate in tonight’s Downtown Lawrence Gallery Walk, held every three months. The walk is from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Those participating include: Lawrence Journal-World
Olympians flex creative muscles in art show
Al Oerter was an abstract artist who also happened to be pretty good at the discus. So good, in fact, that he won gold medals in four straight Olympics to become one of track and field's biggest stars in the 1950s and '60s. The Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Bruce to receive $750,000
The Bruce Museum is set to receive $750,000 from the state for its expansion plans. Gov. Jodi Rell announced the state funding yesterday. Greenwich Time
Sun Valley arts and crafts
See artists from the region and across the country at the annual Sun Valley Arts and Crafts Festival, a three-day outdoor exhibition featuring more than 130 artists and a wide range of media. You'll find everything from painting, photography and sculpture to fiber art, ceramic, metal, jewelry, woodwork and other fine-arts craft. A portion of proceeds from this juried art festival will benefit ... The Idaho Statesman
The Embodiment Project
The Embodiment Project, a multi-media art show and event, showcases women's creative dialogue with their bodies. Over six months, more than 100 women of all ages, shapes and sizes explored their bodies by creating art from a plaster cast of their own torso. The project asked them to reexamine perceptions of the female form and embrace their individuality. Both days will features workshops and ... The Idaho Statesman
Artist MK Guth asks: What would you protect?
Portland, Ore. artist MK Guth brings her latest piece direct from the Whitney Biennial to the Boise Art Museum. The Idaho Statesman
In Brief
Lt. Gov. Mitch Landrieu and the Louisiana Division of the Arts, in the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, are accepting nominations for the 2008 Governor's Arts Awards. The annual Arts Awards recognize Louisiana's artists, arts educators, businesses and arts organizations. Winners are chosen on the basis of the significance and magnitude of their contributions, the benefits of those ... The News-Star
Art-y party
Moneyed New Yorkers head for the Hamptons when summer heat hits. You can attend a "Hamptons party" for a lot less cash Saturday at Wichita Art Museum. WAM Contemporaries, a group of youngish museum supporters, is inviting party-goers to don white attire for a bash on the museum's lawn. Cocktails, appetizers and music by the Double-Crossed Hipsters will be featured from 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets ... The Wichita Eagle
Museums
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12-foot shark fin will debut as part of public art effort
CITY OF NEWBURGH — The behemoth aluminum shark fin by New York City artist James Johnson will make its debut on Broadway in Newburgh next Monday. Middletown Times Herald-Record
Say 'I Do' to Bridal Expo
This summer's biggest bridal expo is Saturday and Sunday at Century II Convention Center. Here's what you'll find there: Register for a $20,000 grand prize that includes a $10,000 package by Corporate Caterers, a $1,000 wedding gown, $6,000 in wedding video, photography and music, and a honeymoon to Mexico. Fashion shows will feature the newest trends in wedding attire for the entire party, ... The Wichita Eagle
Glass slippers optional
People don't often get an opportunity to wear their dancing shoes at an art exhibition opening, but tonight offers just that chance. Wichita artist Crystal Rasler's show, "Cinderella Wishes," will open at Care to Dance studio in the Delano district as part of the Final Friday Gallery Crawl. Rasler is a self-taught artist who works primarily in the medium of chalk pastel. Her artwork has an ... The Wichita Eagle
final friday highlight
Tonight's Final Friday Gallery Crawl will include two notable events at Douglas Photographic Imaging, 2300 E. Douglas. 1) Winners in the 2008 River Festival Photo Contest will be unveiled and their work displayed at the studio. The contest had four winners in each of eight categories representing festival themes: musical entertainment, events, volunteers, sponsorship, shopping, fireworks, ... The Wichita Eagle
Politics and Art in America -- 07/25/08 at Art Students League Gallery
Politics and Art in America -- 07/25/08 at Art Students League Gallery Rocky Mountain News
ART GALLERIES, MUSEUMS
Saturday Family Artventure: Let the Sun Shine In, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Wichita Art Museum, 1400 W. Museum Blvd. Free. Information, 316-268-4921. "A Closer Look: Sculptures by William Zorach and Jose de Creeft," talk by docent Gary Barnhart, 1 p.m., Wichita Art Museum, 1400 W. Museum Blvd. Free. Information, 316-268-4921. WAM Contemporaries Event, 7-11 p.m., Wichita Art Museum, 1400 W. ... The Wichita Eagle
SPECIAL EVENTS
Today Douglas Design District Block Party, live music, children's activities and food, 6-9 p.m., Aspen Boutique parking lot, Douglas and Oliver. Information, 316-265-2577. Old Movies and Popcorn, 8mm footage of Arkansas City from 1912 to the 1940s, 6:30 p.m., Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum, 31639 U.S. 77, Arkansas City. Donation. A Christmas in July event. Information, 620-442-6750. ... The Wichita Eagle
Just what are you up to?
The annual Welcome Back Students issue of Limelight hits the street and the Web on Aug. 22. It's an expanded edition that will be packed with information and stories about this fall's concerts, plays, movies, art exhibits, literary readings, comedy shows, festivals, Downtown GetDowns, homecoming activities, dance performances and much more. Tallahassee Democrat
NEW EXHIBITS
City Hall Art Gallery: "By Hand XIV": Quilters Unlimited's Annual Fiber Arts Exhibition. Through Sept. 11. Free. Public reception, 6-7:30 p.m. today. Hours: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 300 S. Adams St. 224-2500. Tallahassee Democrat
Southern NM artists create a book of their own
LAS CRUCES —The deadline is almost here for artists and galleries who want to be featured in the new "Gallery/Artist Guide of Southern New Mexico." Las Cruces Sun-News
Exhibits
Art Auction, 6th annual event to benefit the Endless Mountains Council of the Arts, 302 West Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Saturday with reception at 6 p.m. and bidding at 7. See a preview of the work today and Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. 836-3622. Times Leader
Concerts
Pocono Blues Festival, 17th annual event with Geno Delafose, the Holmes Brothers, Eric Bibb, Sugar Pie DeSanta with Jimmy McCracklin, Kenny Neal, Nappy Brown, Bobby Rush, Trudy Lynn, Ronnie Baker Brooks, the Kinsey Report, Michael “Iron Man” Burks, Sharrie Williams and more. Big Boulder Ski Area, Lake Harmony. Tonight, 7 p.m. to midnight; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 9 p.m. 443-8425 or jfbb.com. Times Leader
BDN Aerospace Marketing Sponsors Global Photo Contest
BDN Aerospace Marketing (BDN) is sponsoring a contest to discover and promote the world’s best aerospace photographers. One top-prize winner will receive $1,000, and the front cover spot on BDN’s 2009 calendar. Thirteen others will receive $100 each. Rotorhub
Quantum Of Solace
A performance of Puccini's operatic thriller "Tosca" opened this year's festival, the 63rd edition, on Wednesday evening. MI6