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Obama cover illustration becomes a cover story
The July 21 New Yorker magazine cover depicts Barack Obama in Muslim garb fist-bumping his wife, Michelle. She's wearing camouflage and toting an AK-47 in the Oval Office, with a painting of Osama bin Laden nearby and an American flag burning in the fireplace.
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Female figure on beach
I recently had the privilege of visiting the Hirshhorn Museum of Modern Art in Washington D.C.
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Berlin Exhibitions Explore Ancient Art and Civilizations
Berlin hosts two special exhibitions exploring the art and culture of the Lucani tribe from ancient Italy and the Babylonians. Both detail the intricacies and complexities of two very advanced civilizations.
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Presidio Proposal Sparks Controversy
SAN FRANCISCO -- An overflow crowd turned out tonight in San Francisco for a public hearing about a controversial project at the Presidio. More than 500 people showed up to discuss plans by Gap founder Don Fisher to build a new art museum on the former Army base.
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The master of surrealism takes over at MoMA
WHAT: "Dali: Painting and Film." WHEN: Through Sept. 15. 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily, to 8 p.m. Friday, closed Tuesday. WHERE: Museum of Modern Art, 11 W. 53rd St., Manhattan; 212-708-9400 or moma.org.
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Kidzart Summer Camp offers outlet for Creative Children
1st Photo: Cara Ingram, 5, decorates her portfolio at the start of the Kidzart Summer Camp at the Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum Monday.
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IUN focus
GALLERY RECEPTION A gallery reception starting at 4 p.m. July 26 at Indiana University Northwest's Savannah Gallery for Contemporary Art, 3400 Broadway, Gary, will host Pulaski County artists Lee Heinsen-Ligocki and Gordon Ligocki, whose work is featured in the third annual "Under Indiana Skies" exhibit. This year's show will highlight Heinsen-Ligocki's watercolors, which take women's issues as ...
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Chuck Bennett: Jenny Ouliguian knows how to throw a party at MOCAD
When Jenny Ouliguian gives a party, stylish people in an assortment of ages, colors, races and sexual preferences come out in full force. And Thursday night was no exception. More than 500 people, mostly dressed in fashion-forward casual chic, showed up to support an event called Ciao Bella, held at the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design (MOCAD).
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Off the block: Citing lack of bids, couple cancels home auction
Larry and Mary Melia walk outside their home near Hamilton on Monday shortly after they canceled a planned auction for the house and acreage. Hoping to attract high-profile clients to the auction, the Melias decided the number of bidders and enthusiasm was less than expected.
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Miss Venezuela wins the crown, Miss USA trips on train
NHA TRANG, Vietnam — Miss Venezuela was crowned Miss Universe 2008 on Monday in a contest marked by the spectacle of Miss USA falling down during the evening gown competition for the second year in a row.
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Oregon Bach Festival bests previous revenue mark
Sales were up for a second straight year at the Oregon Bach Festival, which ended its 39th season in Eugene, Sunday. Revenue was $502,696, up 12 percent over its previous high set in 2004, and bettering its 2008 budgeted goal by $26,296.
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Porter County News in brief
VALPARAISO Museum director will talk about abstract art
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10 Norman attractions
10 Norman attractions 1 . Football: The Sooners, the University of Oklahoma's football team, draw thousands to Norman for games. Heisman Park and The Barry Switzer Center are near Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. 180 W Brooks St., www.soonersports.com. 2 . Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art: The art museum's collection includes American Indian art, contemporary art and French ...
The Oklahoman |
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Fire code violations bring curtain down on Elgin Art Showcase
Elgin officials are optimistic that the show will soon go on at the Elgin Art Showcase.
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The Law Column: Shifting sands of press photography and privacy
Picture desks can be forgiven for feeling bemused by current law and professional guidance on non-consensual photography and privacy. This area has been at the cutting edge of media law in recent weeks – with lots of heat but little light being shed on the subject.
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Wheeling trustees may put art project on hold
The plans for public art at the new Wheeling village hall site might be shot down over concerns of spending money in the current economy.
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Pupils' art on the beach
ARTISTIC Burlington Junior School pupils became part of a world art project as they made beach sculptures to display in an online exhibition. (15/07/2008 06:00:00)
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Weeklong exhibit features 19th century art movement
It already has a Tiffany and a Monet, but on Monday night, the Minnesota Marine Art Exhibit added a Renoir to its collection on display. “La Féte de Pan” by Pierre-August Renoir, is part of the museum’s “Exceptional Art of the Impressionist Era” exhibit, on display through Sunday.
Winona Daily News |
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Obama tells fellow blacks at NAACP convention they must exhibit more personal responsibility
We All need to be Responsible for our own actions! What Obama is saying about Black Fathers coming back around and show responibilty for their actions towards their families, should have … read more been said out loud, long ago.
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Significant Investment In University Research
Universities’ crucial role as the major research providers in this country has been recognised through contestable contracts worth $93.6 million in the latest investment round by the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology.
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Lakeland teens compete in art manipulation show
Teens at the Miller Lakeland Library participated in a photo manipulation art show, sponsored by the Georgia Grassroots Art Program, Friday. The winning photo entitled “Smurfberry” was created by Daniel Babcok.
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The Natchez Democrat
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. Bobby Jindal stripped more than $16 million in legislative pet projects from this year’s budget, including funds for a balloon festival, playground equipment, museums, the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, and non-governmental organizations favored by legislators.
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Newly Refurbished Small Museum Brings Girton's History Alive
CAMBRIDGE.- Girton College opened its newly refurbished small museum, the Lawrence Room, this weekend.
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Contemporary Color Photographs to be Auctioned on Artnet
Ernst Haas, Route 66, Albuquerque. Chromogenic (C-print). 30 X 40 in. Stamped, stamped on the verso by the estate NEW YORK.-
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Smithsonian Issues Request for Qualifications for Architectural Firm to Design New Museum
Image showing the four potential sites for the new National Museum of African American History and Culture. Image courtesy of the Smithsonian. WASHINGTON.-
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