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Carr painting could fetch $1 million
Eight works by Victoria painter Emily Carr will go on the block at two auctions in Toronto next month -- and one of them is expected to become the third Carr painting to sell for more than $1 million.
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The Public Catalogue Foundation Launches its Hertfordshire Catalogue
Over 1,500 oil paintings from public collections in Hertfordshire are presented for the first time in a stunning new catalogue published by The Public Catalogue Foundation today. This is the 21st volume in The Public Catalogue Foundation's acclaimed series of photographic catalogues recording all publicly-owned oil paintings in the UK.
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Juried art show and reception
MANCHESTER: The Friends of the Manchester branch of the Ocean County Library are sponsors of a juried art show on exhibit at the library from Saturday to Nov. 24.
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MONMOUTH U. HOSTS ROBERT EMMETT MUELLER RETROSPECTIVE: Art news ART NEWS
"A 60-Year Retrospective, 1947-2008" will showcase work by Roosevelt artist Robert Emmett Mueller through Nov. 28 at the 800 and Rotary Ice galleries at Monmouth University in West Long Branch. Sketches, paintings and woodcut prints are included in the free exhibit. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. www.monmouth.edu/arts or (732) 923-4786.
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The Museum of Reading has a major new exhibition of the work of Sir Terry Frost. The exhibition, Colour, collage and constructions, includes large scale paintings and collages from the latter part of his career and includes works never seen in public before.
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Mobile's Watercolor & Graphic Arts Society to open fall exhibit
MOBILE, Ala. -- The Watercolor & Graphic Arts Society of Mobile will exhibit its vibrant colors to the public from Saturday through Dec. 19 in the third-floor gallery of the University of South Alabama's main library. The exhibit is free...
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The 'game' called life
EUREKA -- The intensity of Ann White's passions are belied by her paintings at first blush. The peaceful images of nature that are portrayed by the scenic landscapes of hills, horses, cows, trees and pastures are accessible to everyone.
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Our picks for this week's top events
Egyptian percussionist and dancer Karim Nagi will perform at 8 p.m. tomorrow at the Clifton Center. Other events include Idina Menzel in concert, Arlo Guthrie in concert, a '50s Dinner/Dance Party, annual Turtle Soup Festival, and an art demonstration from visiting Tibetan monks.
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Another graffiti artist tagged by police
In fact, police arrested a spray-painter at home Wednesday night after a witness identified him as the one painting the acronym FTP -- generally taken for a slur toward the police -- on a wall at Catharine Street South and Young Street earlier in the day.
Hamilton Spectator |
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Today: H 16 /L 2
Renowned Canadian artists have donated their artwork to an art auction to keep the Elora Centre for the Arts thriving.
Guelph Mercury |
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Community Calendar
The Mid-State Antique Auto Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Crossroads Office Park, 690 Mechanic St. All members are asked to attend to elect a slate of officers and members for the board of directors. A Holiday Auction will be held. Used but not abused items may be donated for the auction. For more information, call Tom Yoder at (978) 537- 2542.
Worcester Telegram & Gazette |
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’Face-to-face’ symposium today
The University of Iowa Museum of Art and UI College of Law will present "Face-To-Face: The Terror of Interrogation," a free, public symposium examining the intersection of art, pop culture and terrorism from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. today in the Senate Chamber of the Old Capitol Museum on the UI Pentacrest.
The Iowa City Press-Citizen |
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Heyman exhibit starts Saturday
Painter and printmaker Daniel Heyman created portraits of more than 25 released prisoners of all ages, occupations and backgrounds after traveling to the Middle East and witnessing interviews with former Iraqi detainees.
The Iowa City Press-Citizen |
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Day of the Dead Altar Exhibit Saturday—Sunday — Cherokee Street from Lemp Street to Gravois Avenue — Free — ...
Observed by the indigenous populations of Mexico for nearly 3,000 years, Day of the Dead now is celebrated throughout St. Louis. This weekend, about 30 markets, restaurants and shops in the bustling Cherokee Business District will showcase traditional Dia de los Muertos altars.
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Just in time for the presidential vote
President Bush and his most trusted advisers are the subject of a large exhibit of political cartoons, "Bush Leaguers: Cartoonists Take on the White House," at Swarthmore.
The Philadelphia Inquirer |
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Graciela at Latin music collectors fest
Still to this day, Latinos searching for romantic inspiration are known to invoke the lyrics of a classic bolero. Nobody has been able to top the poetry of boleros, says Manuel Jaimes, an organizer of tomorrows fifth Annual International Latin/Tropical Music Collectors Festival.
New York Daily News |
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Museum celebrates Dia de los Muertos
Honor your ancestors, celebrate Latino culture and have an excellent day during this weekend's Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos celebrations.
The Desert Sun |
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New page in diary of a visual realist
Today will see the opening of a new path in the artistic expression of John Busuttil Leaver who unveils his 14th solo exhibition, entitled A Diary Of Obsessions, at the main hall of St James Cavalier, Centre for Creativity, Valletta.
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Benefit set for Nov. 5 postponed
Plans to host the art of building community event have been put on hold, county officials said.The fundraising event scheduled for Wednesday used an art exhibit to bring attention to the work of local nonprofits. A new date for the event has not been scheduled at this time.
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Organisers hail success of Cupar Arts Festival
CUPAR Arts Festival organisers have been "absolutely delighted" by the public's response to the event, which ended on Sunday after 16 days of music performances, drama, art displays and workshops. (30/10/2008 12:55:23)
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LI ARTS: ART
WHAT "Seen/Unseen," contrasting "bug" sculptures by Richard Gachot and Judith Pestronk.
Newsday |
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NYC PICKS: ART
EMPEROR'S STASH WHAT The Last Emperor's Collection: Masterpieces of Painting and Calligraphy from the Liaoning Provincial Museum at the China Institute Gallery.
Newsday |
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Nigella made her children give their Christmas presents away - but it was all in a good cause
Although Nigella and her husband, art collector Charles Saatchi, have an estimated joint fortune of £110million, she is determined their children will not become materialistic.
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Canadian paintings pricey
At least three Canadian paintings to be sold at auction next month are likely to join the country's rapidly expanding club of million-dollar artworks -- membership in which has shot from 14 to 30 in the past 18 months.
Windsor Star |
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Punk items reflect changing tastes
NEW YORK -- Memorabilia from some of punk rock's biggest acts and seminal moments -- including a scrawled flier for one of the Clash's first shows and publicity photos signed by the Sex Pistols -- is headed for a Nov. 24 Christie's auction.
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