The Rickie Report knows that the Lighthouse ArtCenter’s Third Thursday of May will be triumphant.  World renown surf photographers, ocean and seaside artists and under-the-sea photographers will be there!  Read this article for more information and then mark your calendars!  Surf and Ocean theme is perfect for the entire family!

Lighthouse ArtCenter Presents:

Artists’ Lecture

Ruth Petzold

Manon Sander

Tony Arruza

May 16, 2013

 5:30 – 7:30 pm

 Artist’s Lecture takes place at:

Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum

Gallery Square North

 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta 

(561) 746-3101

Please note:

The Artists will speak  in the Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum at 5:30.  Then  the group will proceed to the School where the art is hanging for reception.

Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres at the reception: 

Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art

395 Seabrook Drive, Tequesta

 (561) 748-8737

Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum’s 3^rd Thursday Artists Talk on May 16from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. will feature Mother Ocean exhibitors. Tony Arruza, internationally known surfing photographer, along with ocean-inspired painters, Manon Sander will show images and discuss their work.

Anemone by Ruth Petzold

 Ruth Petzold

Ruth Petzold has had a lifelong passion for nature and photography, which became her life’s work. Since getting her first camera at age 7, she has devoted herself to photographing nature and wildlife above and below the water. From wildlife in the wilds of Africa, Antarctica and the Arctic, to the undersea world of the Pacific Rim countries and the Caribbean, she has pursued the beauties of nature on all seven continents and in most of the global seas and oceans.

Her passionate love of the natural world has taken her to exotic and remote parts of the world in pursuit of her subject matter — 11 times to the African continent, 10 times to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, and six times to Indonesia, just to mention a few of her photographic excursions.  Although Ms. Petzold suffered a leg amputation years ago, it has not stopped her indomitable spirit from continuing to do underwater photography and travel the world in search of great photographs. As a wildlife conservationist, she is a member of the Explorer’s Club.

Red Soft Coral by Ruth Petzold

A renowned photographer with many awards to her credit, her work has been exhibited in the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, the Vero Beach Museum of Art, and the Crooked Tree Art Center in Michigan and published in National Geographic. Her photographs appear in the Natural History of Fishes and other scientific publications with Dr. Eugenie Clark. She has won awards from the Crooked Tree Art Center, American Society of Media Photographers, and a gold medal for International Underwater Photography in Egypt.

Catching the 5 O’Clock by Manon Sander

Manon Sander

Manon Sander has painted and drawn her entire life and ran a successful business painting murals in homes and stores in Chicago, Michigan and Florida. She studied oil painting with well known artists in California for several years. Painting from life, she combines rich texture and vivid color while capturing the expression of the subject and the impression it left on her. She likes to refer to her loose painterly style as “representational with an impressionistic touch.”

Stand Up Paddleboarding by Manon Sander

Throughout her career, Sander has won various awards nationwide, such as Special Recognition Award for Ocean Facts, in the Seascapes art competition at the Light Space & Time online art gallery, in 2011; and the Second Place for Night In, Art of Association juried art show, at the Lighthouse Art Center, in Tequesta, Florida.  Sander has exhibited her paintings nationally in galleries and spaces such as, Bolinas Museum, in California, and in Florida’s D’Art for Art and The Art of Association 2012 juried show at Lighthouse Art Center, in Tequesta, Small Spaces, Big Ideas, juried show at A Unique Gallery, in Jupiter, AquaMarine,  juried show at Rossetti Fine Art, in Pompano Beach, and Ortiz-Smykla Gallery, in West Palm Beach’s Northwood Village.  Manon’s work was seen at a SOLO Exhibit at the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.

Down The Line by Tony Aruzza

 Tony Arruza

Tony Arruza is blessed to have a passion for his work and with this comes a commitment to perfection. While perfection is never attained the challenge remains and it is in this challenge that Tony blends his visual sensitivity, his compassion for humanity and his love for nature into images that captivate, motivate and inspire. There is nothing false about his images; rather they are true to the rhythm of life.

Blue Pipeline by Tony Aruzza

Tony resides in West Palm Beach, Florida with his son Aidan. He is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University and has spent close to thirty years working professionally as a photographer for editorial and commercial clients. His fine art work is collected by both private individuals and corporate companies and has had numerous one-man shows at galleries throughout the region.  He controls the entire print process from precise image capture to print making and framing. Nothing is spared in quality. Besides being a single dad and a devoted photographer Tony loves surfing, adventure, flying single engine Cessnas, great food and wine and being lazy on Sundays!

The Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum, Gallery & School of Art, a member-supported nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, provides visual and performing arts for the community through unique collections, engaging exhibitions and cultural programs, a dynamic School of Art and diverse outreach activities.   Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art, 395 Seabrook Drive, Tequesta, Fla, 33469. (561) 748-8737. www.lighthousearts.org.

Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum is located at Gallery Square North,  373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta .  For more information: (561) 746-3101.  Members free; $5 nonmembers ages 12 and up; Saturday, free admission to all. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

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561-537-0291

The Artists of Palm Beach County is announcing not only a new exhibit but their class schedule.  The Rickie Report hopes you will be at the reception to enjoy the refreshments, music and the art and check out the classes!

The Artists of Palm Beach County

Spring Exhibit  Reception

Art on Park Gallery

May 15, 2013

5:00 – 8:00 PM

800 Park Avenue  Lake Park, FL

Refreshments, Music, Art!

This Exhibit runs through June 27, 2013

The Artists of Palm Beach County, a coalition of professional artists, is happy to announce their Spring Exhibit, which will be on display May 1, 2013 through June 27, 2013 in the Art on Park Gallery, 800 Park Avenue, in Lake Park. An Opening Reception will be held on May 15, 2013 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Everyone is invited to view and purchase the art as well as enjoy drinks, refreshments, and music at this fun filled free event.The Spring Exhibit presents the work of seventeen artists in a number of mediums including oils, pastels, photography, and watercolors. Among them are Irma Friedman’s lush oils of flowers and Marilyn Samwick’s impressive photography. The featured artist of the month is Naomi Cordero Williams, a portrait painter, who describes her work as surrealistic/realist. Her giant colorful paintings of female faces will be hanging in the front window.In addition to the current exhibit, the gallery, which officially opened in November, is now the studio home for six talented resident artists, Cassandra Jean Cooper, Joseph Friedman, Pat Levey, Frances Lynn, Henry Mistretta, and Dick Yosinoff. Their powerful artwork, which is also for sale, covers the walls on either side of the gallery and will be on display at the Opening Reception.

CLASSES

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Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery has taken a children’s game, “rock-paper-scissors”, and added a new element – paint!  The Rickie Report knows you will be amazed at what a pair of scissors can do to paper in the hands of  newcomer,  Emilio Aponte-Sierra.  Artist Steve Brouse, definitely thinks outside the realm of the canvas when he paints!  Come to the opening – you won’t be disappointed!

Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery

presents

Rock-Paper-Scissors and Paint

Friday, May 17

6-9 PM

15 South J. Street, Lake Worth FL

Blondie

Child’s Play: Rock, Paper, Scissors, is one of the first learning games we engage in as children. We take chances using our fists and fingers; we learn strategies as we scrutinize our opponents, trying to out-maneuver their next ploy.  Add “Paint” to the mix and we attain the building blocks, the very basis of a child’s entry into the cognitive and creative world of exploration and knowledge.

Clay, Glass Metal Stone Gallery’s newest artists have taken these, the simplest of materials, and have finessed them to the highest of art forms.  Emilio Aponte-Sierra and Steve Brouse will be featured on Friday, May 17 from 6-9 PM with a Wine, Cheese and Dessert opening at the Gallery’s new location, 15 South J Street in Downtown Lake Worth.

Handbag

Emilio Aponte-Sierra has made his entire life’s work an art form, manipulating the most basic of materials into astonishing creations of great depth and character. In his work as Guidance Counselor, he uses his art forms as expressions of his concerns for HIV/AIDS prevention.  His striking images hit hard with message and symbolism, yet transcend as works that stand on their own beyond the message.  His unique cuts, folds and interlacings roll and twist as recycled papers create life-sized figures. These forms, encased in Lucite boxes have become a focal point of J Street’s newest gallery.  Emilio arrived here (Palm Beach) from Valledupar, Colombia via Miami. Neither Rocks nor Paint, but Paper and Scissors are his language of creation.

Moon Bubbles

Lake Worth artist Steve Brouse takes his Paper, Scissors and Rocks and turns them into wondrous and magical creations with the use of bright and intricate paint designs.  Like the child who first starts to paint, covers the paper, then her feet, then her hands and works her way up her body to the walls and floors (before daddy catches her), Steve’s paintings may start on flat surfaces but they then pour off onto shoes and tables and cars and walls…and, oh well, Steve will paint on anything.

Sea – N – Shore

His child-like color combinations belie the amazing imagery filled with whimsy, filled with fun and filled with delight.  His use of color brightens up the world around him bringing an unexpected sense of joy upon a chance encounter. Steve’s works welcome the approaching long days of summer and brighten up the dark nights of winter.

ClayGlassMetalStone Cooperative Gallery is sponsored by the Flamingo Clay Studio, a non-profit arts organization whose mission is to provide affordable studio and gallery space for three-dimensional artists.  The gallery is located at 15 South J Street in downtown Lake Worth. Hours are Sunday thru Tuesday, 10AM-4PM. Wednesday thru Saturday, 10AM-10PM.   Gallery openings are the first and third Friday of each month from 6-9 PM with many special events in-between.  For information call Joyce Brown-215-205-9441 or   JCLay6@aol.com.  Gallery phone: 561-588-8344.

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Network! Share! See what other artists are doing to solve challenges.  The Rickie Report hopes you will take advantage of this opportunity when the Artists of Palm Beach County meet for their monthly event.  The meeting will take place at the new location of Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery in Lake Worth.  For more information, read this article!

 Artists of Palm Beach County

Invites You

            To Their Artists Monthly Gathering

Monday, May 13, 2013

7 – 9 pm

 at

Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery

15 South “J” Street

Lake Worth, FL

The Artists of Palm Beach County will hold their monthly artists’ sharing gathering on Monday, May 13, 2013 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm at Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery in Lake Worth.  Their new address is 15 S. J St.  Refreshments will be served.

The Artists of Palm Beach County is a diverse group of nurturing and caring art and cultural collaborators.

 

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All Artists of Palm Beach County’s meetings are open to guests ( $5. fee can be put toward your annual dues of $50.) and members (free).  Please rsvp via the website if you are planning to attend this event.  For more information call: 561-345-2842 or visit: www.artistsofpalmbeachcounty.org   

Directions to Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery: 

I-95 to 6TH AVE S. Exit
6TH AVE. S. East to DIXIE HWY/US-1 N/FL-805 N
Turn LEFT onto S DIXIE HWY/US-1 N/FL-805 N
Turn RIGHT onto LAKE AVE/FL-802 E.
“J” Street is on the RIGHT 

Gallery Phone: (561) 588-8344

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The Rickie Report enjoys sharing the latest news from The Wellington Art Society.  Their next meeting is May 8th, so mark your calendars. Meet some emerging artists who just received scholarships from WAS to pursue their art careers – WAS has given five $1,000. scholarships! Plus photographer, Cliff Finley, will talk about how to photograph your art to prepare for Art Show applications.

 Wellington Art Society

 Wellington Art Society Monthly Meeting and Scholarship Presentation

Wellington Art Society Awards $5000 in scholarships to Palm Beach County Art Students

Wednesday May 8, 2013

6:30 – 9:00 pm

and a

Presentation by:

Cliff Finley of Finman Photography

Grand Cypress Room of the Wellington Community Center

12150 West Forest Hill Boulevard  Wellington, FL

The W.A.S. meeting will be held Wednesday, May 8th at the Wellington Community Center, 12150 West Forest Hill Blvd. There will be a special presentation spotlighting this year’s scholarship recipients.  This year, for the first time, WAS was able to expand the scholarship program and offer five $1000 scholarships to local art students. The presentation will begin at 6:30.

This year’s recipients are:

Marisa Waddle, Dreyfoos

Taylor Goldenberg, Dreyfoos

Kathia St. Hilaire, Dreyfoos

Lauren Escalada, Seminole Ridge

Cindy Perdomo, Dreyfoos

At 7:00PM, the monthly meeting will begin with an introduction of new members, when they will have an opportunity to show their work, followed by the business meeting. There will a raffle with fabulous items perfect for artists and art lovers, which is open to all attendees. The meeting is open to the public with a guest fee of $5.00, which can be applied to an art society membership.

At 7:30, local photographer Cliff Finley of Finman Photography will discuss the importance of quality images of your artwork and how to photograph them for submission to shows, exhibitions and galleries.

This will be followed with an artist development program discussing the business of marketing your art, including how to create an inventory, the benefits of a website or blog, how to write an artist’s statement and options on how to sell your art.

“Snow Birds”, Part of WAS Gift to Palms West Hospital Pediatric Unit

WAS is a busy group!  In April, thirty-nine paintings created  by twenty-two WAS artists were donated to the Pediatric Unit at Palms West Hospital. Since 2008 , over 100 paintings by WAS artists have been created to comfort and inspire the imaginations of the young patients.

Art for Pediatric Unit at Palms West Hospital

At Whole Foods, over  60 people came to the Reception for a wonderful Celebration on WAS artist, Ursula Fernandez.  It was a fun evening together, sharing our support and appreciation of Ursula and each other p plus adding to the WAS Scholarship Fund.

Art Donation for Pediatric Unit of Palms West Hospital

President, Leslie Peiffer, said, “Thank you to all our WAS Artists for sharing your artwork, artist experiences, and creative process with us at our April Member Spotlight. We were excited by your creative use of mediums,masterful techniques, and original artistic expression.   The Member Spotlight has revealed the  passion for art and the creative process of our Members. Your work has informed, inspired, and enriched our lives.  We are getting to know you and learn about your artistic insights, accomplishments, and aspirations. You have stirred our emotions, evoked our interest and curiosity and we are eager to support and encourage  your discovery and pursuit of personal artistic expression and excellence. Show us more!!”

Wed., May 8th   WAS Membership Meeting-  Spotlight, Artist Program & Fabulous Raffle.  Showcasing 5 WAS Scholarship Recipients- meet our young artists,  see their artwork, and offer your encouragement and artist insights.

Art Donation for Palms West Hospital Pediatric Unit

Founded in 1981, The Wellington Art Society is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, providing both local and regional artists the platform to share their work, learn more about their craft and serve the community through their art. The Wellington Art Society is open to any resident in Palm Beach County. Membership forms will be available if you would like to become a member and your $5 guest fee will be applied toward it.

A 501(c)(3) charitable organization, its mission is to educate and encourage originality and productivity among its members and area youth through programs designed to further the advancement of cultural endeavors in Palm Beach County, Florida.  For more information about the Wellington Art Society:  www.wellingtonartsociety.org, wellingtonartsociety.blogspot.com or call W.A.S. President Leslie Pfeiffer at 561-791-3676

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The Artists Association of Jupiter and A Unique Gallery will be exhibiting artwork created by Raymonde Talleyrand and Lynne Bernay-Roman.  All sales will go to benefit a non-prfit organization offering health services to Haitian people in need.  The Rickie Report knows that not only will you enjoy this colorful display, but you will helping a good cause.  Read this article for more information.

 THE ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF JUPITER

Presents

A BLAST OF COLOR!

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

5:30- 7:30 pm

 A Unique Art Gallery

226 Center Street  Jupiter, FL

 This exhibit will run through the end of May

A Unique Art Gallery

 The Artists Association of Jupiter  (AAOJ) and Unique Glass Art will hold  “A Blast of Color”, a monthly open house to raise awareness and funds for not for profit organizations. The May event will be held on Wednesday May 8, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. at A Unique Art Gallery, 226 Center St #8, Jupiter.  Proceeds from the sale of art work created by the artists of the AAOJ, will benefit the Haitian Organization for Health Services (HOHS) a not for profit organization.

“A Blast of Color” exhibition will feature Artists Raymonde Talleyrand who paints in acrylics on canvas and Lynne Bernay-Roman who is a digital photograher.

Seashells on Beach

Raymonde tells us, “I believe that I was born an artist because of my interest in designs and color at an early age. My hope is to be a messenger of beauty to the viewer. This is my motivation. I value beauty in nature, photographs and people. I like interesting shades of light and shadows, expressing them on canvas gives me joy.”

Sea Treasures by Ramonde Talleyrand

Lynne Bernay-Roman shares, “While my roots are in oil painting I am a contemporary artist. Along the way I added photography, became a psychotherapist, evolved into a photo-therapist and now am deep into my recent discovery, digital painting –  a discovery that has allowed me to combine many of the different mediums that I love.”

Plight of the Bee for the Web by Lynne Bernay-Roman

The combination of these two talented artists is sure to put “A Blast of Color” in your day!!!

This month’s event will help The Haitian Organization for Health Services (HOHS), a nonprofit benevolent corporation functioning under the laws of the State of New York. It also falls under the IRS Section 501c (3), making it a charitable organization. HOHS was founded in 1993 by health care workers (nurses, physicians, social workers, health technologists, etc) who were concerned about the deterioration of the healthcare system in Haiti. The mission of HOHS is to provide comprehensive services that will promote and preserve the health of the people in Haiti.  

Woman in Chair at the Sea

The Artists Association of Jupiter is a collaboration of artists who work together to promote the awareness of art and education to the community and surrounding counties. Its venue, A Unique Art Gallery, opened its doors in June of 2010.  Learn more about the organization, its artists and programs on the Association’s website: www.artistsassociationofjupiter.com

Unique Glass Art has been serving Florida’s Palm Beach and Martin Counties since 1986 specializing in custom glass etching and carvings for residential, commercial and yachts.  Visit them on the web at www.uniqueglassart.com

For more information on this event call or email the Gallery at 561-529-2748 or auniqueartgallery@comcast.net

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Dinni Kaur is following her artistic passion and The Rickie Report is pleased to share all of the artistic opportunities Dinni is offering through her new Art Gallery Studio!  Just in time for Mother’s Day, Dinni is giving classes, selling kits (if you want to make the jewelry at home), offering art contests and so much more. She is also looking for artists to join her Gallery!  Read this article to get all of the information!

Dinni’s Art Gallery Studio

 

 

 

Dinni’s Art Gallery Studio is a one stop shop for all art lovers. If you like to collect art and decorate, you can find beautiful and unique style of originals as well as reproductions. The mediums range from Tanjore Style paintings, Aluminum Embossing, Photo Transfer, Oil, Acrylic, Ceramic, Mixed Media, Stonework, Shellwork, Gold leaf, Clay relief work and stone work jewelry.

If you are someone who likes to create artwork you can find art classes in all these mediums at Dinni’s Art Studio. If you like to create artwork by yourself and want to showcase your work, Dinni has an Open Call to Artists and Contests! The Winners of the contests will be displayed on her website. Contests and classes are open to adults and children. If you are someone who likes to challenge your luck then we have lucky draw contests where you can participate and win a paintings and painting prints. You can become a member on her website and show your artwork. The current contest is “My Best Work Dedicated to My Mom”.  Dinni is accepting artist applications for upcoming gallery space, as well.

 

 

Design a Bangle Bracelet!

DINNI KAUR was born in 1978 and belongs to a Sikh family. She is a God gifted artist who never had a formal art education,but keeps up-to-date with the newest mediums of art through research and her own drive. Dinni mixes different type of mediums to create very unique two and three-demensional mixed media artwork pieces.

Glass Painting – Make a Special Mother’s Day Portrait

An art lover since childhood, Dinni initially created artwork as hobby. She works professionally as a Physician’s Assistant and enjoys working with her patients. In 2010, Dinni embraced her passion for art by taking it to a professional level. Dinni finds that having dual careers is truly fulfilling her dreams. Helping her patients makes her very happy but she is satisfied only when she can also create artwork.

Henna/Mehndi Designs

 

Dinni has her own gallery/studio at Palm Beach Gardens, FL. She sells her original and reproductions artwork and also offers classes.  Dinni’s students find her easy to follow and nurturing.  You can see her artwork and a list of Galleries that carry her work.

Buy  Iphone Cases With Painting Prints

Upcoming Classes:

5/10/13-

“Henna Designing Class”

11:00am  - 1:00pm  &  4:00 – 6:00 pm

5/11/13-

Jewelry class “Bangle Bracelet Designing”

11:00am  - 1:00pm  &  4:00 – 6:00 pm

5/12/13-

Jewelry “Bangle Bracelet Designing”

11:00am  - 1:00pm  &  4:00 – 6:00 pm

5/13/13-

Jewelry class “Bangle Bracelet Designing”

11:00am  - 1:00pm  &  4:00 – 6:00 pm

5/14/13-

Jewelry class “Bangle Bracelet Designing”

11:00am – 1:00pm  &    4:00 – 6:00 pm

5/15/13-

 “Henna Designing Class”

11:00am  - 1:00pm  &  4:00 – 6:00 pm

 

For more information about Dinni’s Art Gallery Studio visit:  http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/buy-artwork.html  .  For Art and Painting classes visit: http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/two-hours-classes.html  To learn more about Jewelry design classes see: http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/jewelry-designing-classes.html.  If you are interested in Henna/Mehndi temporary tattoo classes visit: http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/henna-tattoo-class.html.  There are Art Contests for adults as well as children.  Get details at: http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/adult-art-contests.html.  In addition, you can read Dinni’s blog at: http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/dinnis-blog.html.  To order custom artwork with personalized pictures and/or names see: http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/custom-order-artwork.html.  Dinni is   accepting applications of artists for upcoming project: a new Gallery space in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Go to: http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/artist-members-and-their-artwork.html.  In addition, if you refer a customer, you are eligible for a discount on certain items on her website.  Currently, Dinni is running a Mother’s Day Special. We are intrigued by her Custom Order Mother’s Portrait Glass Painting. For details, see:  http://www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com/jewelry-designing-classes.html  Contact Dinni at  Dinni’s Art Gallery Studio www.dinnisartgallerystudio.com or email her at Dinnisartgallerystudio@yahoo.com  or call:  561-252-6643

The Rickie Report is excited to share these Calls to Artists with you.  Be sure to share with us when you get accepted!  We love to spread the good news!

1)   Art at the Airport

Palm Beach County Art in Public Places

CALL to VISUAL ARTISTS

ART at the AIRPORT

Deadline May 31, 2013

Open to artists who reside in Palm Beach County

Voted third best airport in the U.S. and sixth best in the world by Condé Nast,

Palm Beach International Airport has become a premiere venue to showcase

quality, original artworks by Palm Beach County’s finest emerging and professional artists.

ART AT THE AIRPORT SELLS!

As a major gateway to South Florida, Palm Beach International Airport receives an average of 500,000 travelers per month. Of local, national and international origin, travelers view and frequently purchase works featured in “Art at the Airport” exhibitions. In fact, in all but two of the twenty-four shows hosted during the past eight years, artwork sales have occurred. Artists keep 100% of income from sales. Additionally, artists receive commissions for new works from travelers who’ve seen “Art at the Airport” shows.

ARTWORK GUIDELINES

Artists can enter one original, 2- dimensional piece of artwork. All media welcome. All art must be wired across the back. Artwork not properly wired will not be accepted. Art can be either framed or unframed. If unframed, work must be finished on all sides. All pieces must be a minimum size of 16” x 20”. Giclée reproductions of paintings will not be accepted. Members of the County’s Public Art Committee jury the show.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES one entry per Artist

Submittal materials must be in our office by 4:00 p.m. on May 31, 2013. You can mail your submittal or deliver it in person to Palm Beach County Art in Public Places, attn:  Art at the Airport, 2633 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411-5603. See driving directions to our office below.

1) APPLICATION FEE – $20.00 – check or money order made out to Palm Beach County BCC

2) PHOTOGRAPH (no larger than 8½” x 11”) of proposed artwork. If proposed art is framed, please submit two photographs – a quality print of the artwork and a photo of artwork in its frame. 

3) LABEL on the back of your submittal photograph. Include your name, address, telephone number, email, website, artwork title, medium, dimensions, year completed and sale price. ALSO please describe how artwork is “finished” i.e. framed, gallery wrap, or other.

4) ARTIST STATEMENT or BIO

5) SELF-ADDRESSED envelope with sufficient postage if you want your submittal materials returned.

ACCEPTED SUBMISSIONS : The exhibition runs June 26, 2013 – October 30, 2013 and is located on Level 2, across from Sam Snead’s restaurant and bar, the Visitor’s Lounge and mini putting green. Artist will be notified of their acceptance into the show by June 18, 2013.

Accepted artwork must be dropped off at the changing exhibition area on Friday, May 31, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Art pick-up at the end of the show is Wednesday October 30, 2013 at 9:00 a.m., at the airport exhibition area.

EXHIBITION & RECEPTION PROMOTION

Artists accepted into “Art at the Airport” exhibitions are featured on Palm Beach County’s Art in Public Places and the Palm Beach International Airport’s websites. In addition, the County’s Public Art Program broadly promotes “Art at the Airport” exhibitions and receptions to diverse media outlets and to the more than one thousand local artists and arts supporters in the County’s Artist Registry.

ARTIST RECEPTION :    Be there or be square! September 18, 2013.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:  Elayna Toby Singer, Art in Public Places Administrator   Phone: (561) 233-0235, e-mail esinger@pbcgov.org     Fax (561) 233-0206   http://www.pbcgov.com/fdo/ART

DRIVING DIRECTIONS If you wish to drop off your application at the County’s Art in Public Places office  2633 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach 33411

From I-95

• Exit 70 at Okeechobee Boulevard, head west on Okeechobee Boulevard, past Military Trail, Haverhill Road and the entrance to the Florida Turnpike (on your right). Continue west over the overpass to the next stoplight, Vista Parkway, and turn right.
• Continue for a few minutes then turn left at sign w/ Palm Beach County OPERATIONS & SUPPORT CENTER, Vehicle Maintenance Facility, Facilities, Development & Operations - 2633 Vista Parkway.
• Park in front or rear of the building. If parking in rear, enter through covered walkway.
• If you have questions regarding driving directions, please call 233-0200.

From Turnpike

• Exit 99 at Okeechobee Boulevard.
• After you pay toll, turn right (toward Fairgrounds) and continue west over the overpass to the next stoplight, and turn right at Vista Parkway.
• Continue for a few minutes then turn left at sign w/ Palm Beach County OPERATIONS & SUPPORT CENTER, Vehicle Maintenance Facility, Facilities, Development & Operations - 2633 Vista Parkway.
• Park in front or rear of the building. If parking in rear, enter through covered walkway.
• If you have questions regarding driving directions, please call 233-0200

2)   CONTEMPORARY ART SHOW

601 Lake Avenue  Lake Worth, FL  33460  561.471.2901
www.palmbeachculture.com

County Contemporary:

All Media Juried Show

June 14, 2013 to September 7, 2013

Submission period is open April 1, 2013, through May 8, 2013.

Juried by: Mark Richard Leach

Executive Director, Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art,

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County (Lake Worth, Florida) is announcing an open call for artwork to all professional artists who live or work in Palm Beach County. The exhibition will run from June 14 through September 7, 2013. All professional artists who live or work in Palm Beach County may submit up to three (3) recent artworks in any media for a $35 application fee. An additional two (2) works may be included for $10 for each submitted entry. Work should be recent, from the past three (3) years, for consideration by Mark Richard Leach. The call is open to all artists over the age of 18.

Artists will be notified by May 20, 2013. No telephone calls please. CLICK HERE TO APPLY 

Criteria for the exhibition are as follows:

• Artists who are eligible to apply must be of professional status and reside or have a studio in Palm Beach County. A professional artist is one who devotes a major portion of their time to creating, practicing, performing or teaching any of the arts.
• Work must be installation ready, hanging devices intact, framed when applicable.
• A total of five (5) works created in the past three (3) years for the juror to consider for inclusion in the exhibition may be submitted.
• Pedestals must be requested in advance, or provided by the artist. Vitrines are the responsibility of the artist.
• All submissions must include:

1. TWO (2) completed copies of the Fine Art Loan Agreement with attached Schedule A.
2. A current, professional resume (curriculum vitae)
3. 250 word maximum artist statement.
4. No incomplete submissions will be accepted.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Accepted Work:
Artists will be notified by May 20, 2013 if accepted into the exhibition. After work has been accepted, a substitution cannot be made nor a change in the artwork, sales prices or titles as submitted.  Artwork must remain in the CC for the entire exhibit. No early withdrawals. Any selected work that upon delivery, has been altered significantly (from entry submittal) as to dimensions, scale or color without prior approval from the Cultural Council, will not be accepted into the show.

Delivery:
All accepted artwork will be delivered to the Cultural Council at 601 Lake Avenue, Lake Worth, Florida, on May 29, 30 and 31 between the hours of 10am and 5pm. Transportation of accepted artwork to and from the Council is the responsibility of the Artist. Please call and schedule an appointment prior to the week of delivery if you need to make special arrangements to drop off your work. Submission of entry constitutes agreement by artists to the conditions set forth and detailed on the Fine Art Loan Agreement.

Prizes:
Best of Show: $2,000
2^nd place: $1,000
3^rd place: $500
People’s Choice: $500

Sales:
Works can be listed for sale at a price determined prior to the exhibition opening. The Cultural Council will retain 25% of any sale. All sales support the ongoing costs associated with the Council’s artist programming. The Cultural Council provides insurance, publicity and assistance in the sale of artworks.

Pick-Up:
All artwork exhibited in this exhibition must be picked up September 10 or 11, 2013 between the hours of 10am and 5pm. Artwork not obtained on these dates will incur a storage fee. Please contact the Cultural Council directly if you need to make special arrangements.

Timeline:
April 1 Open application
May 8 Close application
May 15 Jurying
May 20 Notification date
May 29/30/31 Drop-off of artwork at the Council
May 29-June 13 Installation
June 13 Private Member Preview
June 14 Open to the public
Sept 7 Close of exhibition
Sept 10/11 Pick-up of artwork

Juror information:  Mark Richard Leach is a native of Pittsfield, Massachusetts.  He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He is formerly the Founding Director of the Mint Museum of Craft & Design.

Mr. Leach also held the post of Chief Curator at the Mint Museum and is a graduate of the Getty Leadership Institute for Museum Management. He received a B.A. in studio ceramics from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and graduated from Harvard University with an Ed.M. degree, specializing in twentieth century art and non-profit administration.

Leach has held curatorial posts in contemporary art in Arkansas, Montana, North Carolina, Wisconsin and Ohio. He has taught, lectured, and moderated panels on public and environmental art, art criticism, and curatorship. He has authored articles for such publications as The Journal of Arts Management, Law, & Society; the American Association of Museum’s Excellence & Equity Newsletter, New Art Examiner; Metalsmith; Artvu; FIBERARTS, and American Ceramics. Mr. Leach has been a trustee of the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass and a trustee of the American Craft Council. There, he served on the Council’s executive committee as chair of the publishing committee, overseeing American Craft magazine. He also served on the Advisory Board of the National Council on Education in the Ceramic Arts (NCECA).

Leach has also published numerous texts, including Michael Lucero: Sculpture 1976 – 1995, co-published by Hudson Hills Press, New York and the Mint Museum of Art. In May 2000, Harry N. Abrams Inc. and the Mint Museum of Craft + Design co-published  and released Turning Wood into Art: The Jane and Arthur Mason Collection, for which Mr. Leach served as curator and editor. Leach also curated Whole Grain: Sculptured Wood 2004 for SOFA, Chicago and authored an essay under the same title for the SOFA, Chicago 2004 catalog.

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The Rickie Report staff visited the new cooperative gallery space of Clay Glass Metal Stone on “J” Street in Lake Worth.  Parking was easy and the capacity of the new gallery is astounding!  Gallery Director, Joyce Brown,  has already been busy welcoming new artists, so stop by!

Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery

“Blondie” by Emilio Aponte-Sierra

“Hailey” by Steve Brouse

Large Plate by Barbara Schwartz

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Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

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Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

It’s time to plan for summer!  The Rickie Report suggests you look at the exciting activities that the Lighthouse ArtCenter in Tequesta is offering. These programs often reach capacity quickly, so apply now!

Lighthouse ArtCenter

40th Annual

Summer Enrichment ArtCamp

 The Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art announces the 40^th Annual Summer Enrichment ArtCamp. Registration is open for children ages 4-12.  Art Explorers travel around the world in the Tequesta studios, to discover interesting cultures at the Lighthouse ArtCenter Summer Enrichment ArtCamp.  During the fun-filled days of camp, professional art teachers guide students to combine exciting art themes and imagination, making ceramic creations, fine crafts and creating art using classical techniques.

Each week has a separate theme, such as the “Rainforest Adventure” where campers will discover colorful tree frogs, parrots and Mayan ruins; “Aloha, Hawaii” where children will create ceramic volcanoes and surf art; and “Cartoons of Heroes and Legends” where dragons, fairies and unicorns will be painted and sculpted.

In addition to having a great time creating art, campers will gain an understanding of the history of art, along with an education about different cultures.   Four- and five-year-old youngsters attend ArtCamp in the Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum building from 9 a.m. to noon. Children, ages six to 12, attend three different classes during the day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aftercare is available until 6 p.m.

“The kids will have fun exploring art movements and artists and create their own Art Palette Passport,” explained Robyn Roberts, Lighthouse ArtCenter’s assistant director of education. “Unfortunately, in the schools many art programs have been discontinued and children don’t have a sense of art history. Our ArtCamp will fill that gap and be fun and memorable as the children learn about famous artists and worldwide cultures.”

ArtCamp will run for (10) consecutive weeks from June 10^th through August 16^th, Monday through Friday.  Camp for ages 4-5, is from 9am to noon. Cost for Members $120 (Nonmembers, $150).  Camp for ages 6-12, is from 9am – 3pm. Cost for Members $200 Nonmembers, $230).  10% Sibling Discount (same week), Aftercare is available from 3-5pm for $75/week, or 3-6pm $112/week.  To register for ArtCamp, visit www.lighthousearts.org, or stop by the School of Art  (M-F 8:30-5pm, Sat 8:30-4pm)

For more information about the Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum, Gallery & School of Art, visit www.LighthouseArts.org, or call (561) 746-3101. The Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art  is located at 395 Seabrook Drive, Tequesta, Florida, 33469.   The Lighthouse ArtCenter, a member-supported nonprofit organization, provides visual and performing arts for the community through unique collections, engaging exhibitions and cultural programs, a dynamic School of Art and diverse outreach activities.

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact The Rickie Report at:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291