| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | First Friday PhiladelphiaMarch 2, 2012 - Ongoing Want proof of Philadelphia’s happening art scene? Everyone is invited to come down to Old City for First Fridays. On the first Friday evening of every month the streets fill with art lovers of all kinds who wander among... | | 03/02/12-
Ongoing | |
Grigonis + FlanneryPresented by 3rd Street Gallery at 3rd Street Gallery May 2-May 27, 2012 May brings in the rains, the warm weather and some great new work by members Marjorie Grigonis and Kristine Flannery. Please join 3rd Street for the First Friday celebration of the arts in Old City.
| 3rd Street Gallery | 05/02/12-
05/27/12 | Philadelphia |
Young Artists CampsPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 18-June 22, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Fantasy Illustration Camp (June 18 - 22) : Create characters from your imagination, tell a story and then illustrate your own book to take home.
2D... | Abington Art Center | 06/18/12-
06/22/12 | Jenkintown |
2D & 3D Toy Design - Young Artists CampPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
2D & 3D Toy Design Camp:
Imagine, draw and create your own three-dimensional toys that are unique and different from any that you would find in the stores.
| Abington Art Center | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Jenkintown |
2D & 3D Automobiles - Young Artists CampPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 23-July 27, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
2D & 3D Automobiles:
Design your own fast and sleek racing autos, cars of the future and more. Then grab your driver’s license and head on down the road. | Abington Art Center | 07/23/12-
07/27/12 | Jenkintown |
Draw, Paint, and Illustrate - Young Artists Camp Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center August 13-August 17, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Draw, Paint and Illustrate:
This class will go over different drawing and painting techniques that will build your background in the fine arts. | Abington Art Center | 08/13/12-
08/17/12 | Jenkintown |
Fantasy Illustration - Young Artists CampPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 18-June 22, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Fantasy Illustration Camp:
Create characters from your imagination, tell a story and then illustrate your own book to take home.
| Abington Art Center | 06/18/12-
06/22/12 | Jenkintown |
Framing FunPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center May 20, 2012 Create your own beautiful picture frames to show off your favorite photographs to family and friends. It will be a fun, hands-on activity
for you to enjoy on a Sunday afternoon! | Abington Art Center | 05/20/12 | Jenkintown |
The Large Flowerheads in Concert Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 5, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Join Abington for The Large Flowerheads concert. Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 07/05/12 | Jenkintown |
Uncorked: Pairings of Art, Wine & FoodPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center May 18, 2012 Four contemporary artists – a flight of four wines – and four small plates. Join us as our artists, sommelier and chef take you on a journey, connecting the visual pleasures of art with your other senses. Enjoy music, a 45-minute pairing presentation, and a live auction. | Abington Art Center | 05/18/12 | Jenkintown |
Commonwealth Classic TheatrePresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 12, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy a great out-door theater performance from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Commonwealth Classic Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Theater in the Park is co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org | Abington Art Center | 07/12/12 | Jenkintown |
The Fleeting Ends in Concert Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 19, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Join Abington for The Fleeting Ends in concert. Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 07/19/12 | Jenkintown |
Alec Gross in ConcertPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 26, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 07/26/12 | Jenkintown |
KIDFEST + The Plants in ConcertPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center August 2, 2012 Join Abington for an outdoor event featuring hands-on workshops and exhibits, food, games, and live music all tailored to kids. Musical guests, The Plants, are a WXPN Kids Corner favorite and will inspire imagination and creativity with eclectic lighthearted tunes. More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 08/02/12 | Jenkintown |
The Academy at 200: The Nature of DiscoveryPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences March 24, 2012-March 31, 2013 The Academy at 200: The Nature of Discovery celebrates the Academy of Natural Sciences’ groundbreaking discoveries of the past and present and provides a glimpse into the future of one of the world’s great natural history museums. Through this spectacular new exhibit, visitors will journey alongside Academy scientists to search for new species and explore how human activity is affecting the environment. See rare and amazing plants and animals from the Academy’s... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 03/24/12-
03/31/13 | Philadelphia |
It's All Greek To Me: Summer Camp 2012Presented by ACPPA Community Art Center at ACPPA Community Art Center July 2-July 27, 2012 In Greece, art and culture have evolved over a period spanning several thousand years. In some ways, it is the birthplace of Western civilization, as we know it, with foundational movements in art, literature, and theater taking root here. This summer, explore those cultural roots.
Each day, participants will meet in age appropriate groups to explore visual arts, dance, music, and theater from 9 am-3 pm. An optional full-day program is available until 3 pm and includes free... | ACPPA Community Art Center | 07/02/12-
07/27/12 | Norristown |
Joseph Holston: Exhibit Walk-Through for Art StudentsPresented by African American Museum in Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia June 9, 2012 Printmaker Joseph Holston is known for his carefully crafted black and white etchings, colorful screenprints, and emotive collagraphs featuring jazz musicians, fishermen, church ladies, boatmen, and more. Join Holston as he discusses his varied techniques and artistic perspective during this very special walkthrough of his exhibition, Limited Editions: Joseph Holston Prints, 1974-2010, A Retrospective for student artists from local colleges and universities. (High school students,... | African American Museum in Philadelphia | 06/09/12 | Philadelphia |
Tour Brandywine Workshop!Presented by African American Museum in Philadelphia at Brandywine Workshop May 19, 2012 Artist-educator Allan Edmunds founded the Brandywine Workshop in 1972 as a place to foster creativity through printmaking among culturally diverse artists and students. Since its founding, Brandywine Workshop has worked with more than 350 artists, including Betye & Alison Saar, John T. Biggers, Jacob Lawrence, Romare Bearden, Nanette Clark, Moe Brooker and David C. Driskell.
Join the African American Museum for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Brandywine Workshop, observe... | African American Museum in Philadelphia | 05/19/12 | Philadelphia |
All About NaturePresented by Alpern Art Studio July 9-July 13, 2012 Let nature be your inspiration as you look at trees, bugs, and butterflies. Draw, paint, and create a 3-D art piece from natural materials. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/09/12-
07/13/12 | Dresher |
Clay Cookie JarsPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 2-July 6, 2012 Make a big cookie jar for the cookie monster in your house! And make a cup and plate to go with it.
For ages 7-12. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Dresher |
Stories and ArtPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 9-July 13, 2012 Listen to wonderful stories for inspiration. Create with pastels, paints, and more! | Alpern Art Studio | 07/09/12-
07/13/12 | Dresher |
Art Classes for ChildrenPresented by Alpern Art Studio May 21-June 11, 2012 Create, learn, and have fun! Explore a variety of art materials and techniques in a small, friendly environment. Use your imagination as you draw, paint and work with clay.
This Monday art class is open to students in grades 3-6. For a full listing of classes, including week-long summer "camps," visit the website.
| Alpern Art Studio | 05/21/12-
06/11/12 | Dresher |
Clay ConstructionsPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 16-July 20, 2012 Create imaginative constructions in clay. Learn how to build hollow forms using the slab method. Have fun working in a friendly environment!
This clay class is for students ages 7-11.
| Alpern Art Studio | 07/16/12-
07/20/12 | Dresher |
A Passion for FashionPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 23-July 27, 2012 Be your own fashion designer! Decorate flip flops, create polymer clay jewelry, and paint T-shirts inspired by art history. This class is for students ages 7-12.
For a complete listing of our offerings, visit www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/23/12-
07/27/12 | Dresher |
Take Photos and DrawPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 23-July 27, 2012 Make drawings inspired by photos you take with a digital camera. Transfer images using a grid, create fun collages, and get creative making prints. This class is open to students ages 7-12.
For a complete listing of classes visit us on the web at www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/23/12-
07/27/12 | Dresher |
Clay from around the WorldPresented by Alpern Art Studio July 30-August 3, 2012 Get inspired by pottery from Asia, Mexico, and Africa. Work with slab, pinch, and coil methods to create your own pots based on the ones you like best. Use your imagination to give them your own special flair! This class is open to students ages 7-12.
For a complete listing of our classes visit www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 07/30/12-
08/03/12 | Dresher |
All Kinds of BooksPresented by Alpern Art Studio August 6-August 10, 2012 Learn how to make books in all shapes and sizes. Explore a variety of techniques for decorating covers and pages. Use your books as journals, gifts, or to write stories. | Alpern Art Studio | 08/06/12-
08/10/12 | Dresher |
All Kinds of AnimalsPresented by Alpern Art Studio August 6-August 10, 2012 If you love animals, this is the class for you! Work with color pencils, pastels, and paints to create a variety of animal. Make some animals realistic, make others fanicful and imaginative. This class is for students ages 4-7.
For a full listing of classes, visit www.alpernart.com. | Alpern Art Studio | 08/06/12-
08/10/12 | Dresher |
Ambler Arts FestivalPresented by Ambler Main Street at Ambler Main Street June 16, 2012 Ambler Main Street is pleased to announce the Ambler Arts Festival, 2012! You’re invited to share in a day filled with art, music, al fresco dining, and shopping in downtown Ambler on Butler Avenue. The Avenue will be closed to allow for artists to fill the streets and for you to spend a relaxing day in the arts and crafts marketplace. The festival will feature a wonderful array of artists including watercolors, oils, sculpture, wood work, jewelry, photography, pottery and much... | Ambler Main Street | 06/16/12 | Ambler |
Tempus Fugit: Time FliesPresented by American Philosophical Society Museum at American Philosophical Society Museum April 13-December 30, 2012 Time flies, leaving its mark on the people and objects it touches. This exhibition explores how we try to capture, measure, and find meaning in the midst of time’s inevitable passage. The show includes books, manuscripts, and curiosities from the historic APS collections along with drawings, paintings, collages, videos, and a sound work by contemporary artist Antonia Contro, who selected the APS objects and juxtaposed her own works in response to them. A tiny 1805 topographic model of... | American Philosophical Society Museum | 04/13/12-
12/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Us. Pop-Up Gallery Installations by Anonymous Bodies and FidgetPresented by anonymous bodies || art collective at Christ Church Neighborhood House May 23-May 26, 2012 Pop-up gallery: Rehearsing The Body installations with live DJs, brunch, lectures, and video.
May 23rd (FREE): Open rehearsal with fidget
May 24th (FREE): Open rehearsal with fidget
May 25 (FREE): Open rehearsal with anonymous bodies and DJ TBA
May 26th (FREE, Suggested Donation $10-$20): Performance Lecture Brunch with Avalon Clare & Emily Ackerman (NEW RADIO) and performances by La Musique de la Résistance w/ DJs Ryan Hancock & Mike Z,... | anonymous bodies || art collective | 05/23/12-
05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Us. Performance Installations by Anonymous Bodies and FidgetPresented by anonymous bodies || art collective at Christ Church Neighborhood House May 30-June 3, 2012 Kate Watson-Wallace and Jaamil Olawale Kosoko will perform their new duet, anonymous bodies. Jaamil will perform his new solo, other.explicit.body. and fidget will perform Subject in Two Parts featuring Megan Bridge, John Luna, Lorin Lyle, Rebecca Sloan-Potash and Annie Wilson. | anonymous bodies || art collective | 05/30/12-
06/03/12 | Philadelphia |
APIARY 4 Launch Party & Literary CarnivalPresented by APIARY Magazine June 1, 2012 A big night of readings, slams, and dancing to celebrate Philly literature! Be the first in the city to get a free copy of APIARY 4, the biggest issue yet, featuring 45 of Philly's best poets and prose writers. Then stay to dance into the wee hours.
Featuring:
Readings from APIARY 4 contributors, a who's who of the local literary scene
Piñata poetry slam
Bookish raffle with prizes from local booksellers
... | APIARY Magazine | 06/01/12 | Philadelphia |
XPN Welcomes Appel Farm Arts & Music FestivalPresented by Appel Farm Arts and Music Center at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center June 2, 2012 Music on two stages featuring The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dawes, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Jukebox The Ghost, Rodney Crowell, Cheryl Wheeler, Sara Watkins, Brother Joscephus and The Love Revival Revolution Orchestra, Scrapomatic, Mason Porter and Quincy Mumford & The Reason Why.
To add to the fun and enjoyment for every age, the festival hosts a Children’s Village, with performers and arts activities to delight the young crowd. Scheduled to entertain... | Appel Farm Arts and Music Center | 06/02/12 | Elmer |
Bank of AmericaPresents the Appel Farm Arts & Music FestivalPresented by Appel Farm Arts and Music Center at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center June 2, 2012 Enjoy two stages of exceptional music! Artists appearing include Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dawes, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Jukebox the Ghost, Rodney Crowell, Cheryl Wheeler, Sara Watkins (of Nickel Creek), Brother Joscephus and the Love Revival Revolution Orchestra, Scrapomatic, Mason Porter, Quincy Mumford & The Reason Why.
XPN welcomes these artists as Gene Shay and Michaela Majoun host the event. A fun-filled day in a beautiful country setting includes crafts fair demonstrations... | Appel Farm Arts and Music Center | 06/02/12 | Elmer |
Parlor Tricks & Carnival Games FundraiserPresented by ArcheDream for Humankind at Latvian Society (The Philadelphia Society of Free Letts) June 2, 2012 In the style and fashion of the Columbian exposition in 1893. ArcheDream for HUMANKIND cordially invites you to an evening of games, prizes, entertainment, and chivalry. Costumes encouraged.
Ticket prices include:
Full show of ArcheDream's DEEP BLUE in two parts
2 tickets to be used for drinks (for 21+ with ID) or games
Raffled items and prize items including paintings and drawings by Alan Bell, ADHK Art Director, and items by Local... | ArcheDream for Humankind | 06/02/12 | Philadelphia |
84th Annual Juried ExhibitionPresented by Art Association of Harrisburg May 19-June 21, 2012 A juried exhibition featuring 88 works of art in painting, photography, sculpture and mixed media. The juror was Robert Cozzolino of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art, Philadelphia. | Art Association of Harrisburg | 05/19/12-
06/21/12 | Harrisburg |
Sculpture and Drawing Installation Exhibit: DisturbiaPresented by Art on the Avenue Gallery at Art on the Avenue Gallery May 11-June 2, 2012 Art on the Avenue Gallery is pleased to present disTURBIA, a show of mixed media sculpture installation and drawings, featuring the work of Romanian artist Raluca Ungureanu, from her recent years in New York and Philadelphia.
Raluca’s work tells stories through visual means and each of her shows can be read as one such story. Deeply personal, invested with powerful feelings and emotions, her work aims at engaging the viewer in a dialogue about rootlessness and... | Art on the Avenue Gallery | 05/11/12-
06/02/12 | Philadelphia |
Design Your Own House - Art Camp (Ages 9-12)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 9-July 13, 2012 Here is your chance to be an architect for the week! Students will learn and apply basic one point perspective to make a realistic drawing of their very own unique building design. Using a wire base, students will also create a three dimensional building inspired by the work of Frank Gehry. How will your dream-home stand out?! Teaching Artist: Heather Saltzman
| Artists of Yardley | 07/09/12-
07/13/12 | Yardley |
Reflective Self Portraits - Art Camp (Ages 13-18)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 9-July 13, 2012 Studying the artistic works of M.C. Escher, an artist of optical illusion, we will learn how to draw reflective self-portraits from a new perspective. We’ll explore how objects reflect light and become distorted, then sketch and draw a portrait of ourselves. We will complete our pieces by learning the technique of shading creating depth and detail and a stellar new piece to take home. Teaching Artist: Robert Esposito, Jr.
| Artists of Yardley | 07/09/12-
07/13/12 | Yardley |
Super Heroes & Anime - Summer Art Camp (Ages 10-14)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 16-July 20, 2012 In basic steps, learn how you can draw super heroes, anime and cartoon characters! Bring a picture of your favorite character and learn how you can accurately reproduce it. We’ll discuss drawing facial features, body proportions and other details to make your very own unique design. You’ll enjoy seeing it all come together as you create a graphic novel page, which you can ink and add color to just like a real illustrator! eaching Artist: Heather Saltzman
| Artists of Yardley | 07/16/12-
07/20/12 | Yardley |
Horsing Around With Art - Summer Camp (Ages 9-12)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center July 30-August 3, 2012 Horsing around in art! Learn basic parts of the horse body and about the riding styles of English and Western. You will create 3-D horse sculpture, draw and paint horses in English and Western. Feel rewarded with the knowledge learned and beautiful works of horse art at the completion of this course! Teaching Artist: Christina Harrison | Artists of Yardley | 07/30/12-
08/03/12 | Yardley |
Painting the Costumed Figure/Portrait in One SessionPresented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center May 19, 2012 "Painting the Costumed Figure/Portrait in One Session” with George Thompson. This one-day workshop is designed for those who want the challenge of painting the costumed figure/portrait in a single session in oils. The advantage of doing a painting with limited time can be very beneficial. It’s a great way to help your work take on a more spontaneous and loose feeling and can help you to paint faster. I will encourage you to be more experimental with color and applying... | Artists of Yardley | 05/19/12 | Yardley |
Portrait Study in OilPresented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center June 9, 2012 Join us for "Alla Prima Portrait Study in Oil from the (life) Model” with Jim Himsworth. Participation Level: Semi Advanced to Advanced, 8 students max so registar early. Painting an oil portrait study from life demands exceptional drawing/painting skills and efficiency. Jim Himsworth will demonstrate, in stages, his process for painting a portrait study from the (life) model. Between each stage, students will paint the corresponding stage (from his or her own vantage... | Artists of Yardley | 06/09/12 | Yardley |
A Day With ClayPresented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center June 23, 2012 Join us for “A Day With Clay” Demonstration by Joyce Inderbitzin. Class size maximum is 17 students so registar early. Immerse yourself in a full day demonstration with Ceramic Artist Joyce Inderbitzin. With clay as her medium and her love of nature and organic shapes, Joyce creates sensitive forms with intricately cut patterns. Your day will begin with an introduction by the artist to her work and methods followed by a throwing demonstration of a variety of pots on her... | Artists of Yardley | 06/23/12 | Yardley |
Alla Prima Still Life PaintingPresented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center October 13, 2012 “Alla Prima Still Life Painting” with David Shevlino. Students of All Levels Welcome. The focus of this class will be on Alla Prima (direct wet into wet) oil painting and the various techniques used to create a fresh, spontaneous response to your subject matter while the paint is still wet. After an initial demonstration, students will work on their own by applying paint in large tonal patches and refining/adding details as they move along. This class will be... | Artists of Yardley | 10/13/12 | Yardley |
Oil Painting (Intermediate Level) Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center April 17-May 22, 2012 Guided by the instructor John Ennis, students can work at their own pace while refining their skills with oil painting. Following demos given by the instructor, students will work in the studio on still life, landscape, or projects of their choice as they learn to balance working from photos and life. Students supply their own materials; a supply list will be sent out after registration. | Artists of Yardley | 04/17/12-
05/22/12 | Yardley |
Introduction To Drawing (Beginning Level)Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center April 17-May 22, 2012 Students will develop their observational skills; identify geometric shapes in still life compositions and landscapes and understand the fundamentals of drawing. Proportion, perspective, shadow and light will be taught. Learn to draw what you see. By the end of this session my students are delighted with discovering how good they are and they become confident knowing how much better they can be. Cost includes supplies. Teaching Artist: Anne Gannon
| Artists of Yardley | 04/17/12-
05/22/12 | Yardley |
Afternoon Watercolor - Capture The Light! (Intermediate Level) Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center April 18-May 30, 2012 Find out why watercolor artists are captivated by this medium! Relying on the spontaneous nature of transparent watercolors, we can capture the atmosphere of a winter day, or the luminosity of a flower. We will be working from photos (for landscapes) and setups (for still life or floral) to create paintings that will exemplify the best use of this medium. This class is for students with some experience in watercolor. Students supply their own materials; a supply list will be sent out after... | Artists of Yardley | 04/18/12-
05/30/12 | Yardley |
Evening Watercolor - Capture The Light! Presented by Artists of Yardley at AOY Art Center April 18-May 30, 2012 Find out why watercolor artists are captivated by this medium! Relying on the spontaneous nature of transparent watercolors, we can capture the atmosphere of a winter day, or the luminosity of a flower. We will be working from photos (for landscapes) and setups (for still life or floral) to create paintings that will exemplify the best use of this medium. This class is for students with some experience in watercolor. Students supply their own materials; a supply list will be sent out after... | Artists of Yardley | 04/18/12-
05/30/12 | Yardley |
