Events
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Cynthia Norton: Freedom Rings Placed Within
Presented by Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) March 3-May 27, 2012 Continuing the Morris Gallery program, PAFA presents an exhibition by Cynthia Norton, an artist who lives and works in Louisville, Kentucky. Influenced by the folk aesthetics and history of her surroundings, Norton’s work employs music, video, mixed media, and performance as her country music alter ego Ninnie, in a manner that combines feminist thought with local and vernacular imagery inspired by the cultural traditions of the rural South and specifically of her native Kentucky. While...
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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) |
03/03/12 -
05/27/12 |
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA), Philadelphia |
The Art of the Portrait Conference
Presented by Portrait Society of America May 24-May 27, 2012 The Portrait Society of America will host it's 14th annual The Art of the Portrait conference in Philadelphia, PA. The conversations and camaraderie will begin on Thursday evening during the ever popular Face-Off demonstrations and flow throughout a weekend with a diverse array of demonstrations, illustrated lectures, portfolio reviews, Lunch & Learn programs, Art Materials room, the International Portrait Competition paintings...and so much more. Immerse yourself in an inspirational...
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Portrait Society of America |
05/24/12 -
05/27/12 |
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, Philadelphia |
Sue Tirrell
Presented by The Clay Studio April 3-May 27, 2012 Sue Tirrell received a BFA from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 1997. She has been a resident artist at the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, MT; California State University, Chico; and the Custer County Art & Heritage Center in Miles City, MT. Her work is included in the public collections of the Yellowstone Art Museum in Billings, MT; the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, MT; the Custer County Art & Heritage Center in Miles City, MT; the Montana...
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The Clay Studio |
04/03/12 -
05/27/12 |
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Architecture Walking Tour: Avenue of the Arts
Presented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia at Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts - School of Fine Arts Gallery May 27, 2012 Although William Penn envisioned a grand civic boulevard for Broad Street, he would be dazzled by today's "Avenue of the Arts" with its rich assortment of building styles and functions. Marvel at the ornate Frank Furness-designed Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, celebrating Victorian eclecticism at its best. Gaze upward to the dramatic glass canopy of the Kimmel Center, designed by Rafael Vinoly, and in between see grand late Victorian and Beaux Arts commercial buildings. See...
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Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia |
05/27/12 |
Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts - School of Fine Arts Gallery, Philadelphia |
Lost Treasures
Presented by The Slingluff Gallery May 5-May 27, 2012 Philadelphia artist Jeff “Ralph” Stollenwerk's show, Lost Treasures, opens at The Slingluff Gallery. Lost Treasures is a collection of screenprints, most of which are printed on wood from photos taken under the EL line, specifically between Girard and M Street.
The show title, Lost Treasures, comes from an abandoned storefront he saw while walking under the EL. He also found a place with the best pancakes he's had in the city at the Golden...
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The Slingluff Gallery |
05/05/12 -
05/27/12 |
The Slingluff Gallery, Philadelphia |
Jameri Artistry Art Exhibit & Reception
Presented by Jameri Artistry May 4-May 27, 2012 Surround yourself with Skippack artist Lucretia Coleman's latest color-full, texturelicous and soulful artistry.
Includes original paintings, prints, note cards and glass jewelry...all at affordable prices...and just in time for Mother's Day!
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Jameri Artistry |
05/04/12 -
05/27/12 |
Green Wolf's Village Barn Shoppes, Skippack |
UPenn Fine Arts MFA Thesis Exhibition
Presented by University of Pennsylvania - Graduate Fine Arts at Crane Arts Building - Ice Box Project Space May 10-May 27, 2012 University of Pennsylvania 2012 MFA Thesis Exhibit.
Opening Reception: May 10th, 6-9 pm
Featuring:
Sarah Anderson
Tra Bouscaren
Sarah Goffstein
Kelsey Halliday Johnson
Caitlin Lennon
Saori Moriizumi
Yoorim Park
Erik Reinholdz
Chloe Isadora Reison
Meredith Sellers
Woohyun Shim
Mary Valverde
Mikey Winsor
For more information, please visit:
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University of Pennsylvania - Graduate Fine Arts |
05/10/12 -
05/27/12 |
Crane Arts Building - Ice Box Project Space, Philadelphia |
Flowers of Light Exhibition Featuring Floral Artist Brian Davis
Presented by Ocean Galleries at Ocean Galleries May 25-May 27, 2012 The Flowers of Light exhibition featuring the artwork of Brian Davis opens at Ocean Galleries (9618 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor) on Friday, May 25th and runs through Monday, May 28th, 2012. Brian Davis will be at the gallery for intimate receptions from 7-10 pm on Friday, May 25th; Saturday, May 26th, and Sunday, May 27th.
Known for his special attention to light and detail, Mr. Davis’ primary subjects are florals. With a master’s attention to detail and an...
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Ocean Galleries |
05/25/12 -
05/27/12 |
Ocean Galleries, Stone Harbor |
Grigonis + Flannery
Presented 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.
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3rd Street Gallery |
05/02/12 -
05/27/12 |
3rd Street Gallery, Philadelphia |
Regeneration
Presented by Muse Gallery May 2-May 27, 2012 In a combination of photographs and paintings, the artist created an environment, both assertively realistic (as in a series of prints — the largest 34 feet long — witnessing the transformation of birds, from death through disintegration, back into the earth) and affirmatively conceptual (a series of "black", many-hued canvases, challenging the idea that life emerges from the void).
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Muse Gallery |
05/02/12 -
05/27/12 |
Muse Gallery, Philadelphia |
Strong Roots: A Latin Arts Explosion Weekend
Presented by Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas Inc. May 26-May 27, 2012 Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas presents Strong Roots: A Latin Arts Explosion featuring live musical performances by Johnny Cruz's Latin Jazz Ensemble, Zumba exercise sessions, cultural crafts, spoken word performances, and children's activities.
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Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas Inc. |
05/26/12 -
05/27/12 |
Race Street Pier, Philadelphia |
Tori Lawrence + Co. Performs at the Barnes Foundation's Philadelphia Opening
Presented by Tori Lawrence + Co. May 28, 2012 Tori Lawrence + Co. will be performing at the opening of the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia. The dance company will present Awakened Ruins, a site-specific dance installation that explores the beauty, decay, and permanence of the forgotten, architectural forms that once existed. Fully coated in uneven and congealed patches of dried clay, five dancers join a violinist and pianist to embody a structure's erosion through time.
The Barnes Foundation's art collection...
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Tori Lawrence + Co. |
05/28/12 |
The Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia |
Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center May 26-May 28, 2012 This Memorial Day weekend, the National Constitution Center will celebrate the people and events of our nation’s past. The American flag will be raised each morning during a special ceremony at the Center. Guests are invited to join in this event to learn proper flag raising protocol.
During the special program “Memorials: How a Nation Remembers” at 10 am, Noon and 2 pm, visitors will learn about monuments across the country, including Little Bighorn, the U.S.S....
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National Constitution Center |
05/26/12 -
05/28/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Moustache Contest
Presented by Doylestown Historical Society at Doylestown, Bucks County April 1-May 28, 2012 We're having a contest for the best old-style mustache in town! Handlebar, waxed or non-waxed! All contestants are invited to march in the Doylestown Memorial Day Parade. We will select a best out of all contestants, and the winner gets 4 tickets to an upcoming Phillies game! The time for growing 'em is now! Interested in taking part? E-mail camplynn-e@verizon.net. Check our Facebook Page
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Doylestown Historical Society |
04/01/12 -
05/28/12 |
Doylestown, Bucks County, Doylestown |
Onions and Gumbo: An Art Program for Young People Ages 7-12
Presented by Steel City Coffeehouse at Steel City Coffeehouse February 7-May 29, 2012 We’d like to think of this art program as an onion – enabling you to shed your boundaries, fears, doubts, etc. to get to the inner core of who you are as a person exploring art.
After living in the south, Erin Donnelly and Adrienne Hart, the creators of the program, have grown quite accustomed to gumbo. Gumbo is a traditional southern meal, originating in the south using whatever ingredients were easily available. This ‘ingredient diversity’ means...
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Steel City Coffeehouse |
02/07/12 -
05/29/12 |
Steel City Coffeehouse, Phoenixville |
Finding My Voice: Abstract Works in Fiber - Exhibit by Judith Merrell at Darlington Arts Center
Presented by Darlington Arts Center at Darlington Arts Center May 5-May 29, 2012 Darlington Arts Center is proud to present the new work of fiber artist Judith Merrell in a solo show entitled Finding My Voice: Abstract Works in Fiber. Her lifelong passion for fabric drives the many-step process she uses to make abstract wall quilts. She combines all types of different fabric manipulation techniques – folding, tearing, cutting, stitching, dyeing, over-dyeing, painting, rusting, ironing and layering – to create her works. Judith takes joy in...
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Darlington Arts Center |
05/05/12 -
05/29/12 |
Darlington Arts Center, Garnet Valley |
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Celebrate Arts and Aging - The Age of Style
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Spring Garden Center |
05/29/12 |
Spring Garden Center, Philadelphia |
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Celebrate Arts and Aging - Cartoons Made Easy
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Lutheran Settlement House Senior Center |
05/01/12 -
05/29/12 |
Lutheran Settlement House Senior Center, Philadelphia |
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Celebrate Arts and Aging - Cross Hatch Drawing
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The Center at Journey's Way Resources & Programs for People 55+ |
05/01/12 -
05/29/12 |
The Center at Journey's Way Resources & Programs for People 55+, Philadelphia |
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...
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Artists of Yardley |
04/18/12 -
05/30/12 |
AOY Art Center, 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...
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Artists of Yardley |
04/18/12 -
05/30/12 |
AOY Art Center, Yardley |
Architecture Walking Tour: Old City
Presented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia at Elfreth's Alley May 30, 2012 Explore colonial Philadelphia and walk some of its original streets. See famous Elfreth's Alley, the oldest continuously occupied street in the US, and experience the walking/mercantile city, as well as a later generation of Victorian structures. Learn how this area remained the center of Philadelphia's commercial, retail and governmental activities until the city finally moved "westward" to Center Square in the mid/late 19th century.
Meet at the benches at N. 2nd St....
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Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia |
05/30/12 |
Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia |
MUSE Gallery Invitational Show 2012
Presented by Muse Gallery at Muse Gallery August 1-May 30, 2012 Exhibition includes 21 diversified and exceptional artists from the Philadelphia region, including photography, painting, drawing, collage, mixed media and encaustic techniques.
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Muse Gallery |
08/01/12 -
05/30/12 |
Muse Gallery, Philadelphia |
Have Gags Will Travel: The Life and Times of a New York Cartoonist
Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown March 10-May 31, 2012 The Michener Art Museum will take a close look at that path in Have Gags Will Travel: The Life and Times of a New York Cartoonist, on view in the Pfundt Gallery. This exhibit is sponsored by Mary Lou and Andrew Abruzzese, The Pineville Tavern. From The New Yorker to Boys’ Life, from lurid detective magazines to church quarterlies, the “gag” has become such a staple of American life that we rarely notice the skills that go into making them. Sylvia Getsler...
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James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown |
03/10/12 -
05/31/12 |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown, Doylestown |
Celebrate Arts and Aging - Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
Presented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens May 1-May 31, 2012 Weekend Guided Walking Tours- Just $7 for seniors for the month of May
Take a guided walk in alleyways along South Street and Bainbridge to view Isaiah Zagar's glittering creations! Led by a trained Philadelphia's Magic Gardens interpreter, you'll learn detailed information about Zagar's technique along with the personal and community stories depicted in his large, shimmering murals. Walking tour price includes admission to PMG and Tours are held every Saturday at Noon and 4 pm...
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Philadelphia's Magic Gardens |
05/01/12 -
05/31/12 |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, Philadelphia |
Exhibition - The View From 915
Presented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture May 1-May 31, 2012 In celebration of the 30th anniversary, this show celebrates works done over the years depicting The View from 915 in painted and photographic images. The exhibition reveals how the urban landscape has changed over time and the varied ways artists depict the same views.
In 1981, the fourth floor of the historic Reading Building at 915 Spring Garden Street, was leased for studio space by local artists Steve Donegan and Syd Carpenter. They sublet their extra space to a...
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Philadelphia Center for Architecture |
05/01/12 -
05/31/12 |
Philadelphia Center for Architecture, Philadelphia |
NarbArt Guitar Show
Presented by Sweet Mabel at Downtown Narberth May 4-May 31, 2012 A month-long showcase of guitar art (playable and non-playable) by local artists. Look for decorated guitars in store windows throughout downtown Narberth, PA, and come for live music on First Friday, May 4th. Brought to you by Sweet Mabel Gallery and Danny's Guitar Shop.
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Sweet Mabel |
05/04/12 -
05/31/12 |
Downtown Narberth, Narberth |
Senior Art Exhibit & Reception - Philadelphia Senior Center
Presented by Phila Senior Center - Main Branch at Phila Senior Center - Main Branch May 1-May 31, 2012 One of four Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) exhibits to showcase the achievements and creativity of older artists. The public is invited to view the art and to attend receptions.
This exhibit will be on display for the month of May.
Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00pm
Reception: May 4th from 4:00-6:00pm
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Phila Senior Center - Main Branch |
05/01/12 -
05/31/12 |
Phila Senior Center - Main Branch, Philadelphia |
Senior Art Exhibit & Reception - Center on the Hill
Presented by Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill at Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill May 1-May 31, 2012 One of the four Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) exhibits to showcase the achievements and creativity of older artists.
The public is invited to view the art, and to attend receptions. The exhibition will be on display for the month of May. Gallery hours Mon-Friday 9:00 - 5:00pm and Sundays from 9:00am - 12:00pm.
Reception will be held on May 14th, from 4:00 - 6:00pm
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Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill |
05/01/12 -
05/31/12 |
Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia |
Senior Art Exhibit at Independence Visitors Center
Presented by Independence Visitor Center at Independence Visitor Center May 1-May 31, 2012 One of the four Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) exhibits to showcase the achievements and creativity of older artists. The public is invited to view the art. The exhibit will be on display for the entire month of May.
Gallery hours: Everyday 8:30am - 7:00pm
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Independence Visitor Center |
05/01/12 -
05/31/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |