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National Gallery staff reeling after popular deputy director's sudden ‘leave'
OTTAWA — The National Gallery of Canada is in turmoil following the mysterious departure of David Franklin, the deputy director and chief curator who was in the midst of organizing two blockbuster exhibitions, including the gallery’s main show for 2009.
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Loachapoka program treats students to fine arts experience
Loachapoka program treats students to fine arts experience
Opelika-Auburn News |
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International Acclaim For 'Rain Of The Children'
Vincent Ward’s Rain of the Children has received stunning reviews after its world premiere, where it screened in competition at the Sydney Film Festival.
Scoop.co.nz |
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Art in the Heart of the City
ITHACA-- Artwork left out in the rain like the Twin Tiers experienced Thursday night seems like it would be a total washout; Unless however, the work is green and sustainable.
WENY-TV |
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Britney's clothes put up for auction
"Gotta Have It!" auctioners have to have Britney Spears' clothes.
TheCelebrityCafe.com |
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New Mexico accused of violating 'free exercise' of religion
The state of New Mexico is being accused of violating the U.S. Constitution's guarantee of "free exercise" of religion because of a ruling that a Christian husband-and-wife photography team must pay a $6,600 penalty for refusing to shoot pictures at a same-sex "commitment" ceremony.
WorldNetDaily |
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Plate auction brings $925
Bob Smith of Sugarcreek left the opening day of New Philadelphia’s First Town Days Festival with another souvenir to hang in his office.
The Times-Reporter |
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Blues fest opens to perfect weather, dancing crowds
As outdoor music festivals go, it's hard to imagine a more picture-perfect start than Thursdays kickoff of the Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival at Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
The Oregonian |
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Independent's Day: Lawrence’s Fourth of July establishes strong brotherhood within indie scene
In the shadow of Memorial Stadium sits a residence commonly referred to as the Bull House. This is because of a prominent bull statue that guards the entrance to the dwelling, the result of a former art student’s senior project some dozen years ago. But it isn’t art students who have recently taken over the place. Rather it is four of the five members of the self-described “most patriotic band ...
Lawrence Journal-World |
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Grant recipient Jo Randerson’s art exhibition open
This weekend marks the completion of the first NZ Mental Health Media Grant project, which is administered by the Mental Health Foundation on behalf of the Like Minds Like Mine programme.
Scoop.co.nz |
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Times & Star
AVANT garde artist, Shirley Sutcliffe has painted a picture that should be snapped up by blues music fans. The Maryport artist has painted a picture celebrating the town’s Blues Festival, and it will take pride of place in an exhibition at Her Citi in Crosby St.
West Cumberland Times & Star |
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NY historical group searches for stolen samplers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution historical group in Rochester are scouring Internet auctions in hopes of finding two 19th-century hand-embroidered samplers.
The Post-Standard |
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NY historical group searches for stolen samplers
Associated Press - July 3, 2008 9:45 PM ET ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) - Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution historical group in Rochester are scouring Internet auctions in hopes of...
WCAX-TV Vermont |
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Jordan Festival at risk amid standoff between gov't, art unions
The Jordan Festival has been trapped in a swamp of controversy over Publicis Groupe, a French PR firm which alleged had overseen the Israeli 60th anniversary celebrations and currently has a role in the Arab feast. With only five da ...
People's Daily |
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Gallery Calendar
Center of the Earth Gallery 3204 N. Davidson St., Charlotte. 704-375-5756. www.centeroftheearth.com. Summer abstract show, “Glow,” features Carrie McGee, Scott Upton, Ruth Ava Lyons, Randy Walker, Kevin Hogan, Charles Walker, Robert Boyd, through Aug. 30. NoDa Gallery Crawl reception 6-9 p.m. July 18. Christa Faut Gallery 19818 North Cove Road, Suite E3, Jetton Village, Cornelius. ...
The Charlotte Observer |
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Shakespeare gets groovy in Kingsmen's comedy "WALL•E"
Forsooth and far out! The 12th season of the Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival kicked off last weekend with the frothy comedy "As You Like It," directed by Kevin P. Kern in his festival directorial debut.
Moorpark Acorn |
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Bard SummerScape Festival Begins July 4
The annual summer series in scenic Annandale-on-Hudson celebrates the start of its 2008 season with the much-anticipated world premiere of Prokofiev's original version of his Romeo & Juliet ballet.
Playbill Arts |
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Art Exhibit Aims To Lift Veil On Stereotypes Of Islam
LITTLE ROCK - In the months following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Princess Wijdan Al Hashemi and her friend Aliki Moschis-Gauguet noticed that the only depictions they saw of Muslim women showed figures behind veils, oppressed by their cultures.
The Morning News |
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Student pictures to raise money for Chapman construction
Associated Press - July 3, 2008 9:24 PM ET CHAPMAN, Kan. (AP) - A Pittsburg State photography student plans to sell photos he shot of tornado destruction in Chapman to raise money for...
KOAM-TV Pittsburg |
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Kennewick Man Inspired Art Now On Display
New art showing landscapes from thousands of years ago is now on display at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick.
KNDO - KNDU Tri-Cities |
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UQ Ipswich unveils new gallery sponsorship
The UQ Ipswich campus will affirm its commitment to the Ipswich community and the arts when it officially launches its sponsorship and naming rights of The University of Queensland Gallery on July 8.
University of Queensland |
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Kennewick Man Art
KENNEWICK -- Artist, Rick Feser has created these two paintings of the local pre-historic legend. The large painting is called "Kennewick Man at the Columbia River."
KVEW Kennewick |
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Pacheco's Front Street Gallery
Pacheco’s Gallery on Front Street features paintings that will have you coming back for more.
News Channel 34 Binghamton |
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Weekend round-up, July 4
To do this weekend: "The Italians of Denver" at the Colorado History Museum; the Gee's Bend quilt exhibit at the Denver Art Museum; Ramble on the River; Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band; and Symphony on the Rocks.
Rocky Mountain News |
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Museums get smart about having fun
Summertime doesn't mean kids have to close the book on their education. Nor do their parents have to travel great distances to show the family a good time. There are any number of nearby activities that are as fun as they are informative just waiting to be discovered at the many museums in and around the area.
The Plainfield Sun |
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