Justin Riney, Founder of Mother Ocean, will be at the Lighthouse ArtCenter on Sunday, May 26th!  Justin will share his adventures of circumnavigating Florida by paddle board.  In addition, there will be Open Ceramic Studio, Raku Firing,  An Ocean-themed art exhibit, Art Contest for Children, Interactive Mural Painting, Refreshments, Raffles and Music!  The Rickie Report will see you there!

 Lighthouse ArtCenter

Presents

Mother Ocean Festival, featuring Justin Riney

Mark the Arrival of Expedition Florida 500 in Tequesta

Florida Artists celebrate ocean-themed art

Sunday, May 26, 2013  11:30 am – 2:30 pm

Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art

395 Seabrook Drive, Tequesta

Free admission

Justin at Pavilion (photo by Constance Mier)

The Lighthouse ArtCenter will be presenting an ocean-themed festival on Sunday, May 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This community celebration for all ages will feature an art contest for children, open ceramic studio, interactive mural painting, raku firing, raffle, music and refreshments.

Justin Riney, founder of Mother Ocean, will share the tales of his adventure of circumnavigating Florida on a standup paddleboard. He will be arriving in Tequesta on Day 147 of his 365-day journey. Riney will present a slide show about Mother Ocean’s Expedition Florida 500 (“XF500”) at 1 p.m., followed by a question, discussion, photo opportunity and autograph signing.

The children’s art contest will be judged at 2 p.m. The grand prize winner receives a 1 week scholarship at the Lighthouse ArtCenter’s 42^nd Annual Summer Enrichment ArtCamp. Raffle drawing for a one-of-a-kind raku-fired Florida inspired pottery created in the Lighthouse ArtCenter’s kiln will be at 2:30 p.m.

An invitational exhibition at the Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum, Gallery & School of Art showcases ocean- and water-inspired art created by Florida artists. The works of art highlight humanity’s deep connection to waterways in Florida, and will celebrate the arrival of Justin Riney to Tequesta.

Justin Riney (Photo by Jackson Berger)

A signature event of VIVA Florida 500, XF500 is a modern-day exploration of Florida’s coastlines and aquatic ecosystem, as seen through the eyes of waterman Justin Riney. As founder of Mother Ocean, a non-profit foundation, Riney is “creating, inspiring and empowering ocean advocates worldwide.”

As Riney explores Florida on a standup paddleboard, he focuses attention around the state on environmental challenges within coastal communities, as well as honoring the local history and culture.

As Floridians, our lives are deeply connected to the water. It’s our need for healthy oceans for our livelihoods, recreation and inspiration that makes XF500 such a powerful project. “It is our passion that leads to action, and the desire to protect what we love and believe in,” says Riney. Follow his journey at www.facebook.com/XF500.

The Mother Ocean Invitational Exhibit will be spotlight select pieces in various media, including paintings by Gerri Aurre, Julie Silk Beaumont, Jackson Berger, Judith Boland-Caruso, Tony Cisek, Gwen Eyeington, Duane Hatfield, Ashton Howard, Jack Keough, Deborah Lawrence, Ted Matz, Deborah Neuhaus, Lisa Leffler Riney, Manon Sander, Randall Scott, Roseanne Williams. Also included will be mixed media works by Judy Flescher, Debbie Mostel, Paul Slater and David Willison. Photographers include Tony Arruza (surfboard art), Malcolm MacKenzie, Melinda Moore, Greg Panas, Ruth Petzold and Barry Seidman. Norman Gitzen’s famous mermaid sculpture, “The Siren,” will grace the School of Art’s front yard.

Justin Riney (Photo by Billy King Kraus)

Justin Riney’s original Mother Ocean Tahoe standup paddleboard, which he rode from Pensacola to Key West, will be on display. The 14-foot custom paddleboard carried more than 130 pounds of gear, and shows the wear and tear of hundreds of miles of rough passage. The board features an original painting of a whale’s tale by famed ocean artist Wyland.

Justin and Wyland, Islamorada

Children and adults will be inspired by the ocean art on display, as well as informed about Riney’s environmentally focused adventure.

Following the festivities at the Lighthouse ArtCenter, there will be a group paddle on kayaks and paddleboards. The public is invited to join Riney on the water, leaving from Tequesta at 3:30, and arriving at Guanabanas Restaurant, 960 A1A, Jupiter, for an early evening reception. Call Cynthia Trone regarding launch details (561) 629-3765.

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.

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Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

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561-537-0291

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. 

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

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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

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Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

A new invitational exhibit of abstract art is on display at the Lighthouse ArtCenter’s Midtown Gallery in Palm Beach Gardens. The Rickie Report hopes to see you at the Artists’ Reception on April 25th!

Lighthouse ArtCenter Midtown Gallery

Presents

Invitational Abstract Painting Exhibition

Meet the artists reception

April 25, 2013   5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Exhibit Continues through July 31st

Lighthouse ArtCenter Midtown Gallery

4777 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens

Gallery Hours:  Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., other hours by appointment.  Free admission

An invitational exhibition at the Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery at Midtown in Palm Beach Gardens showcases abstract painting created by new and emerging artists who have studied with Sibel Kocabasi at the Lighthouse ArtCenter. The paintings, created within the past two years, include the innovative use of materials and the incorporation of unconventional media and techniques.  The artists are Christine Fogel, Ira Fogel, Jacqueline Rood Leopold, Buddy Lurier, Beverly Marshall, Michael Rippey, Leila Schlesinger, Carole Shulz, Jules Slotnik and Lee Tregurtha.

Christine Fogel’s “Prussian Flower”

Curating the exhibition is award-winning artist, renowned curator and educator Sibel Kocabasi. She was born in Turkey and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Turkish Traditional Arts, Kilim and Rug Design, from Marmara University of Fine Arts. She has a Master of Fine Arts degree in Painting from Florida Atlantic University.

Beverly Marshall’s “Vertical Blue Abstract”

“I have the privilege of working with this talented and ambitious group of artists. We have collaborated to design and present this exhibition, which I feel showcases the best of our group,” Ms. Kocabasi said. “I have watched these talented individuals grow and improve their work at the Lighthouse ArtCenter, through hard work and via our weekly critique session of each other’s process.  I’m excited to have this opportunity to present their art work to the public. “

Ms. Kocabasi has organized and curated many group exhibitions both domestically and abroad. In 2007, she conceived and curated “Undertow,” featuring the work of 29 artists from Miami and Palm Beach County at Mimar Sinan University in Istanbul, Turkey.  In 2012, Kocabasi curated “Outside the Box,” an exhibition of outdoor installations at the Whitespace – The Mordes Collection in West Palm Beach.

Sibel Kocabasi

Ms. Kocabasi has exhibited nationally and internationally, including in the 10th Cairo Contemporary Art Biennale.  She is the recipient of the 2006 Hector Ubertalli Visual Arts award, as well as the 2010 South Florida Cultural Consortium Fellowship for Visual Artists in Palm Beach County. She teaches Abstract Painting at the Lighthouse ArtCenter School of Art in Tequesta.

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.

For more information on the Lighthouse ArtCenter, exhibitions, programs and events, visit LighthouseArts.org or call (561) 746-3101. The Lighthouse ArtCenter is located in Gallery Square North, 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Fla., one-half mile west of US Hwy 1. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with admission free for members and $5 for non-members ages 12 and up.  Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with free admission.

Programs are funded in part by the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County, the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council and the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners.

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

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Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

The Rickie Report is excited to share this news with you!  The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County announced scholarships totaling over $11,500. to give the gift of culture this summer to children of Palm Beach County.  Read this article! SHARE this article! Deadline is May 1st!

Give your child the gift of culture this Summer!

Find enriching arts and cultural Summer camps, classes, and activities offered by Palm Beach County arts and cultural organizations online with the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County’s 2013 Summer Cultural Guide,

Apply by May 1, 2013 for $11,500-plus

camp scholarships, memberships and day passes!

          2013 Cultural Guide generously sponsored by the Lawrence A. Sander Foundation                                                                                                  

 With Spring arriving right on time in Palm Beach County, it’s a great time to begin planning your family’s activities and camp experiences for the good ol’ Summertime! With the click of a mouse, the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County offers its 2013 Summer Cultural Guide as the ticket to finding great Summertime activities and camps – wrapped in arts and culture – offered by 52 Palm Beach County arts and cultural organizations. While online, apply for 27 camp scholarships, memberships, and passes, totaling $11,730.50.  Winners will be notified by May 8^th. The  2013 Summer Cultural Guide is generously sponsored by the Lawrence A. Sanders Foundation.

“We are so pleased to continue to educate the community about the many arts and cultural activities and camp experiences available for families in Palm Beach County with our online 2013 Summer Cultural Guide,” said Rena Blades, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.  “The combination of exciting educational programs coupled with generous scholarship donations from the arts and cultural community, offers unique arts and cultural Summer experiences for every age and budget.”

To access the Cultural Council’s 2013 Summer Cultural Guide, and to apply for scholarships, by the DEADLINE of: May 1, 2013, please visit: www. www.palmbeachculture.com/camps

Scholarships will be awarded to one child per household. For more information on camp programs, please contact participating Palm Beach County cultural organizations directly.

About the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County:

The Cultural Council is Palm Beach County’s official arts agency and serves non-profit cultural organizations and professional artists throughout the county. The Cultural Council’s responsibilities include marketing the county’s cultural experiences to visitors and residents, administering grants to organizations and artists, expanding arts and cultural education opportunities, advocating for funding and arts-friendly policies, and serving cultural organizations and artists through capacity building training and exposure to funders and audiences. For more information, please visit www.palmbeachculture.com.

Admission to the Cultural Council is free and open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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

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If you haven’t been to the Lighthouse ArtCenter lately, you are missing their Annual Member, Student, Faculty Exhibit.  The Rickie Report suggests you stop by on April 18 for their Third Thursday Reception and see the exhibition before April 20th!

Lighthouse ArtCenter

2013 Member, Student and Faculty Exhibition

Third Thursday Reception

Thursday, April 18, 2013

5:30- 7:30 pm

On Display Through April 20th 

Join winning artists from the current Celebrate the Arts exhibition as they discuss their inspirations, techniques and development as artists. Opportunity to ask questions. Enhanced by a PowerPoint presentation.   Passed snacks available to all. Wine available for a small donation. No entry fee for exhibiting artists or Lighthouse ArtCenter members in good standing.  A nominal fee of $5 for non-members to attend.

On the 3rd Thursday evening of each month, The Lighthouse ArtCenter features fun, social activities such as concerts, lectures, art demonstrations, live performances and gallery talks.  It’s a perfect opportunity to broaden your knowledge of the arts and mingle with other art enthusiasts.

Member-Student Award Winners

The Lighthouse ArtCenter has opened its 35^th Annual Celebrate the Arts Exhibition, highlighting works by its members, adult students and faculty. The exhibition showcases art of all media from drawing, painting and photography to ceramics, sculpture and fiber art, giving artists a chance to show off their talents and creativity. The exhibition will be on display through April 20.

Jacques de Beaufort, a professor at Palm Beach State College, was the judge of the exhibition. “I was very impressed by the variety, originality and technical excellence of the work that you presented. It seems that many artists in the exhibition have established very coherent and unique creative visions that are readily apparent from the pieces on display,” he said. “I selected work for recognition that resonated with me as a viewer on a personal level, but was also objectively in possession of a high level of artistic identity and accomplishment.”

Best of Show was awarded to John Cooksey for his oil painting called “Ancestors.”

Linda McVay’s “Mary Makes a Grand Canyon Wish” -

In the Portrait Category awards were presented to Linda McVay, first place for “Mary Makes a Grand Canyon Wish,” second place to Joseph Pierre for “Reinforcements for Act I,” and third place to Barbara Danenberg for a portrait of a young red-headed boy named “Henry Blackwell.”

Suzanne Todd’s “End of Day”

Awards for the watercolor category were first place for Suzanne Todd’s, “End of Day,” second place for Shirley Steffen’s “Shelling,” and third place for Sharon Ferina’s “Nature’s Orchestra.”

In the Oil/Acrylic Category, Barry Zelikson won first place for “Market in Romania,” Gail Brater was awarded second place for “Motif #1, Rockport, Massachusetts,” third place went to Kathleen Kauss for “Keeping Calm,” and honorable mentions were presented to Joy Kasun for “Palms at Dawn” and Donna Walling for “Strings & Horns.”

David Shea’s “Guardian”

In the mixed category the awards were first place to David Shea for a sculpture called “Guardian,” second place for a photograph by John P. Kearns, “Ferris Wheel at Sunset,” third place to Nina Fusco, “Reach,” Paper, and honorable mentions to Malcolm MacKenzie for a photograph “Bristlecone Pine,” and Joan Lustig for a monotype print, “Sea-Saw Series V.”

The Executive Director’s Award chosen by Katie Deits was presented to Christine Fogel for a collage called “Self Portrait.”  ”The member, student and faculty art exhibition and sale is a chance for people to see the tremendous amount of talent in our area; from professional artists, many of whom learned there skills at our School of Art, to beginning students who are showing their first works,” Ms. Deits said. “It is also a great opportunity to purchase art for one’s home or office.”

The Lighthouse ArtCenter (LAC) is a member supported non-profit community arts center, provides a bridge to the 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 more information about the Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum, Gallery & School of Art, visit www.LighthouseArts.org, or call (561) 746-3101. The Lighthouse ArtCenter is located in Gallery Square North, 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida, one-half mile west of U.S. Highway 1.  Museum hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

The Rickie Report knows your senses will be intoxicated when you see Carla Golembe’s vibrant artwork.  She is an award-winning artist whose work has been seen in galleries throughout the United States. Her illustrations fill dozens of children’s books and her work hangs in corporate collections around the globe.  She will have a SOLO exhibit at the Delray Beach Library that you won’t want to miss!

Carla Golembe

SOLO EXHIBIT

 ”Passionate About Beauty”

April 1- May 31, 2013

Delray Beach Public Library, 2nd floor

 100 W Atlantic Ave  Delray Beach, FL

Carla Golembe is an award winning artist, illustrator, author and teacher.  Her work is shown at galleries throughout the United States. Collections include Hyatt Corp, Pan Pacific Hotels, Sheppard Pratt Hospital, Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Worcester Art Museum (Worcester, MA), Academy Art Museum (Easton, MD), Boston Public Library and others.  She has received artist residencies from the Hambidge Center in Rabun Gap, GA; Altos de Chavon in the Dominican Republic and Kalani Honua in Hawaii.  As an artist in residence in these places she presented her work to the community by giving talks, demonstrations and exhibitions.

“Evening Doves”

Carla wrote and illustrated several children’s books: A Story of Surfing, The Story of Hula, M is for Maryland, Washington DC ABC’s, Annabelle’s Big Move and Dog Magic. She illustrated Why the Sky is Far Away, The Creation, People of Corn, How Night Came from the Sea and The Woman in the Moon, Sun and Honeybees.  She also wrote and illustrated the Zippy and Zoe series, published in Taiwan.

Carla’s other illustration work includes greeting cards, fine illustration stock images for Artville/Getty Images and Imagezoo, educational and medical projects for children and magazine work. She has received awards for her children’s books from the New York Times, Parent’s Choice, The American Folklore Society and PMA, the Independent Book Publisher’s Association to name a few.

“Forever Friends”

Carla taught fine art and illustration courses at Maryland College of Art and Design and the Maryland Institute College of Art, and Lighthouse Center for the Arts (Tequesta,FL).  She worked with elementary school children teaching them to write and illustrate picture books and fold books through the Center for Creative Education and the Milagro Center. She now teaches painting and drawing at Delray Beach Center for the Arts and the Art School of the Boca Museum of Art .  She’s been doing presentations and workshops for children, teens and adults in schools, libraries, museums and other community based venues for almost  20 years.  Carla has been an artist for five Animals on Parade Public Art Projects including Washington DC’s Party Animals and Pandamania, Ocean City Maryland’s OC Beach Birds, Prince George’s County, Maryland’s Birds-I-View and Palm Beach County’s Wild Things.

Carla tells The Rickie Report, “We live on an increasingly small planet in dangerous times.  The state of our world is impossible to ignore.  Some artists choose to chronicle the specific time in which we live, to reflect our history at this moment.  I choose to paint imagery that transcends the moment.  It is human and universal.  My intention is to create a visual haven that encourages viewers to enter my personal vision, to relax, smile and breathe.”

“Tuscan Days VIII”

Carla goes on to explain, “My paintings are the product of my dreams and experiences.  They speak of hope and love, of mystery and delight.    My work expresses the harmony between individuals, between people and animals, people and nature, within a person’s soul.  They are colorful and sensual, reflecting the tropical beauty of my home and travels. The full spectrum of positive emotion echoes through my work.   Although the pieces express an optimistic attitude they are not naïve, rather they come from an understanding that pain and anxiety are part of life but joy is a more desirable place to dwell…. there is no gravity in my visual world. The figures often inhabit ambiguous spaces, places where earth, sky and water flow into one another and where light and darkness merge.  They are frequently caught in a moment of being or becoming, for it is in that moment that all dreams are possible.”

“Valentine”

Color brings life to Carla’s imagery.  She works in acrylic, building layer upon layer of color.  With this layering technique  she is able to achieve a simple but complex depth. The process is always unfolding, always revealing more.  Strong color, shape and composition give impact to the imagery.  Her influences come from both traditional Western art and folk art.  The result is a blend and balance that is her own unique style.

Educated at Bennington College, Bennington, VT. BA in Art (1972) and Instituto Allende, Mexico MFA in Painting, Cum Laude. Assistantships in Printmaking (1979), Carla’s work is part of numerous Corporate Collections, including: Bessamer Venture Partners, McCormack and Dodge, Peabody and Brown, DeVries Direct Marketing Assistance Corp., Ingalls Quinn and Johnson, Goldstein and Manello, Kutak, Rock and Campbell, Boston Public Library, Hyatt Corporation, Fundacion Centro Cultural, Altos de Chavon , Worcester Art Museum ,Lotus Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Pan Pacific Hotels, Sheppard Pratt Hospital, Academy Art Museum, Easton, MD, Buck Law Group,  JFK Library, Washington, DC, University College, University of Maryland and Montgomery County MD Art in Public Places.

The Rickie Report knows that local organizations are often looking for speakers and would recommend contacting Carla.  Her art work and previous presentations across the US and abroad promise a fascinating program!  Her work is currently available at: Cove Gallery, Wellfleet, MA       Kolbo, Brookline, MA  and Gallery Galleon , Vieques, PR.  To contact Carla Golembe call   561 498-9185 , visit her  website: www.carlagolembe.com  or email   carlagolembe@gmail.com

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291

The Wellington Art Society always looks to inform and nurture its members.  Renown artist, Ted Matz, will present a demonstration at their monthly meeting in April  The Rickie Report knows you will want to be there not only to meet Ted, but to be part of this terrific artist networking group!

 Wellington Art Society

Presents Ted Matz

Wednesday April 10, 2013

6:30 – 9:00 pm

Grand Cypress Room of the Wellington Community Center

12150 West Forest Hill Boulevard  Wellington, FL

The Wellington Art Society meeting will be held Wednesday, April 10^th, at 6:30pm, in the Grand Cypress Room at the Wellington Community Center, 12150 West Forest Hill Blvd. Refreshments will be served beginning at 6:30pm when we will feature our Member Spotlight  and have an opportunity to view their work. There will a raffle with fabulous items perfect for artists and art lovers, which is open to all attendees. The general meeting begins at 7:00PM. The meeting is open to the public with a guest fee of $5.00, which can be used toward annual dues of $40.

Watercolor by Ted Matz

At 7:30pm, there will be an artist demonstration by nationally recognized, Award winner Ted Matz. Ted, a contemporary realist, paints in a relatively representational style, while his paintings also express delight in the patterns of light, color, and shapes found in the everyday world. He will present a watercolor demonstration and discuss planning and building a stronger composition, making more impressive color choices, as well as how to make your watercolor pigment more powerful, vibrant and concentrated.

Watercolor by Ted Matz

Matz shared, “I am in constant awe of all the wonderful forms, structures, colors and patterns that nature produces. All of these amazing natural elements have always inspired me to create as an artist. My hope is that my artwork will draw attention to the beauty most people overlook and take for granted in their daily lives.” 

His artwork has received numerous awards in regional art competitions and he has shown his work in group and one-man shows in New York City, the Midwest and New England. Ted is dedicated to developing a better understanding of the arts through adult art education programs. He currently teaches at the Lighthouse Center for the Arts, Tequesta, Florida, and conducts summer workshops at SnowFarm, Williamsburg, Massachusetts. His teaching experience also includes art centers in Michigan and Vermont. Ted teaches watercolor and creativity classes, as well as, “Drawing for the Absolutely Terrified”, an introductory course for the understanding of the basic principles of art and artistic expression through drawing.

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.

This group of artists not only offers scholarships for students pursuing their art careers, but also reaches out with their creativity to the Palms West Hospital.  On Thurs. April 11th, there will be a Presentation Ceremony at Palms West Hospital.   Twenty-two WAS Artists will present their paintings for the new Children’s Hospital Unit.  Leslie Pfeiffer tells The Rickie Report, “ It has been a joy for us to join hearts and hands together  in creating paintings to inspire and comfort the children and their families”.

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, visit, www.wellingtonartsociety.org, wellingtonartsociety.blogspot.com or call W.A.S. President Leslie Pfeiffer at 561-791-3676.

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The Rickie Report staff has fond memories of summer camp experiences, but when we see what is available for children now, part of us wishes we could go to these amazing programs, too!  Check out the Lighthouse ArtCenter’s Summer Cultural Guide here.  Aftercare as well as scholarships are available!

Lighthouse ArtCenter

2013  Summer   Cultural Guide

• Arts and Cultural Camps

• Classes

• Activities

Summer Enrichment ArtCamp | June 10-August 16, 2013 | (ages 4-12)

During the fun-filled days of camp, students (ages 4-12) will combine exciting art themes and imagination to make ceramic creations, fine crafts and to create art using classical techniques. Camper will become “Art Explorers,” imaginatively traveling around the world to discover interesting cultures while creating art focusing on the following themes: Rainforest Adventure, Odyssey to Egypt, Cinco de Mayo, Polar Ice Culture, Oui Oui Paris, Art of Africa, The Wild West, Cartoons of Heroes and Legends, Asian Adventures and Aloha, Hawaii.

• Ages 4-5: (9 a.m.- noon) – $120/Members; $150/Nonmembers, per week
• Ages 6-12: (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) – $200/Members; $230/Nonmembers, per week

Aftercare is available: (3-5 p.m.) – $75 per week; (3-6 p.m.) – $112 per week

Scholarships are available.

Teen interns can earn community service hours for volunteering at the Summer ArtCamp. Please email info@LighthouseArts.org for additional information.  The Lighthouse ArtCenter, School of Art  (561) 748-8737  is located at  395 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, FL 33469.  For more information contact:  www.LighthouseArts.org

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The Rickie Report is happy to share everyone’s good news!  The Lighthouse ArtCenter of Tequesta’s 49th Annual Beaux Arts Ball was a rocking success!  Read how making a fundraiser into a FUN night made all the difference!

Lighthouse ArtCenter 49^th Annual Beaux Arts Ball a Rocking Success

The little museum that could has proven that it still can.  The Lighthouse ArtCenter and Museum netted more than $110,000 at its 49th Annual Beaux Arts Ball, ‘50s Glamour and Rock ‘n Roll.

Denise LeClair Robbins and Dina Merrill

The event, held Feb. 9 at The Loxahatchee Club in Jupiter, was chaired by Jane and Patrick O’Neill. Actress, artist and philanthropist Dina Merrill served as honorary chair.

“We went beyond our goal,” Mrs. O’Neill said. “People will take notice when they see what we were able to do.”

Patrick and Jane O’Neill

“In these times, people who care about the arts must take leadership roles in ensuring that arts organizations survive,” said Katie Deits, executive director of the ArtCenter. “Jane O’Neill has been a long-time student at the ArtCenter, as well as Laurie Brower who was also on the ball committee. We are so grateful to all who worked so hard to make the ball a financial success that was also wonderfully fun for the guests who attended.”

Annelise Hillman, David and Lani Click,Dr. Elise Hillman, Dr. Jeffrey Hillman, Roger and Karen Buckwalter

People did seem to have a blast at the gala.

Laurie and Bill Brower

Some attendees dressed in ’50s costumes an­d danced the night away to the sounds of the Fifth Avenue Party Band after dining on a surf-and-turf dinner.

Colette Meyer and Richard Ervolino

Members of The Loxahatchee Club stepped up to support the gala, Ms. Deits said of the sell-out evening.

“Someone told me last night that she was sorry she didn’t attend the ball because it is the talk of the club.  It truly is,” said Mrs. O’Neill.

William and Rosalie Roush

Ted Matz, Lighthouse ArtCenter chair of Painting and Drawing, did a painting demonstration for the guests. The painting was auctioned and Dina Merrill’s husband, Ted Hartley, purchased it for $2,900 and then, donated it to the Lighthouse ArtCenter for its museum collection. Denise LeClair-Robbins purchased a watercolor painting by Dina Merrill.

Mary Lynn Putney, Bob Nichols, Fred Putney

“Our Artists’ Guild members creatively painted cigar boxes for the silent auction, which raised money, too,” Ms. Deits said. There also was a wealth of silent auction items on which patrons could bid, including Steuben and Baccarat glass, a photograph by Malcolm MacKenzie and jewelry made by nationally known artists.

“It truly was an opportunity to showcase the talent our museum attracts,” Ms. Deits said. “And perhaps that is what we are most proud of, along with our programs, classes and children’s ArtCamps. The money raised at the ball will help support these things, and guests donated generously to our children’s scholarship fund.”

Carolyn Austin

“It was a fabulous and successful event brought together by wonderful chairs and a terrific committee. It was truly a collaboration of many people, including our dedicated volunteers, and we are so fortunate to have their support,” said Sheila McDonald-Bell, director of events for the ArtCenter.

Kiernan Duffy, Susan Bardin,O’Neal Bardin

The Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum & 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.

Mary Imle and Frank Harris

For more information on the Lighthouse ArtCenter Museum, School of Art, exhibitions, programs and events, visit LighthouseArts.org or call (561) 746-3101. The Lighthouse ArtCenter is located in Gallery Square North, 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Fla., one-half mile west of US Hwy 1. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with admission free for members and $5 for non-members ages 12 and up. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with free admission.

Drs. Anne and Vincent Palumbo

Programs are funded in part by the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County, the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council and the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners.

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