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Members Gallery Show Scheduled
Two opportunities for ArtCenter members to exhibit their artwork have just opened up- April 17-June 7
and July 10-August 9th. Members may submit up to 2 pieces, entry is $5 per entry, all media and the
exhibit will be juried for quality but not for awards.
Here are the dates you need to remember:
| April show |
| Receiving | April 14, 15 |
| Opening Reception | April 18 |
| Pick Up | June 7, 9, 10 |
| July show |
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| Receiving | July 5, 7, 8 |
Opening Reception | July 11 |
Pick up | August 10 |
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Visit our Member Websites
Sonia's Art
Acrylics, Enamels, Mixed media Paintings and Collages.
Debra Jane Carey
Interaction Art - Plant-animal interactions with pre-20th century techniques. Offering original, limited edition reproduction and cards..
Kaos Gallery South
Contemporary oils and oil pastel paintings, interactive sound sculptures.
Midge Pippel
Watercolor prints of local color in a variety of sizes from 5 x 7" to 16 x 20" as well as greeting cards
Graciela Giles Studios
In addition to the watercolors in her gallery, Graciela teaches watercolor painting classes to various groups, organizations, and art leagues.
Herbie Rose Studios
Jamaican born artist Herbie Rose brings the spirit and color of
his native land to his artwork and his classes.
Susan Reinemeyer
Online Sculpture Gallery
S. Rush Dean
Watercolors, Acrylics, Mixed Media
Robert Semler
Portraits in the tradition of the Old Masters. Robert is currently teaching at the ArtCenter Manatee
Joan Voyles
Bright tropical foliage colors and the "old Florida" look of local architecture creates whimsical and happy feelings.
Denise Rieth
Artisan crafted Jewelry
Marie Spaeder Haas
Paintings and drawings of artist, Marie Spaeder Haas.
Creations by Christina
Handcrafted Jewelry Designs, Fused Glass & Hand Painted Silks by Christina M. Lee
Lee Lutherie
Turning Wood Into Music, Fine Handcrafted Guitars and Musical Instruments by Rick Lee
Joe Fletcher - Photography
Nature and Seashore photography by local artist, Joe Fletcher
James Cordasco
Impressionist & Art Deco Fine Art
Nancy Faris Designs
Richly textured pillows and purses handwoven from a unique, colorful blend of fabric
and textile fibers
Pat Weaver
Pat is a Signature Member, Life Member, and Past President of the Florida Watercolor Society.
Mary Lou Ringers
Watercolors - florals and landscapes that capture the effects of light and shadow.
Marjorie C. Crawford
Colorful contemporary abstract paintings and sketches.
JMH Studios
Western, Equine, and Contemporary Oil Paintings by Janice Hughes
Parker Photography
Landcape, nature, fine art and photos from around the world.
Karen deLeon Stuart
Specializing in portraits in oils and pastels.
Ron Sanders
The illustration art of Ron Sanders.
Faith Bradburn Keller
Traditional Realism Artist
Expanded Advantages to Membership
at the ArtCenter Manatee
New membership benefits have been added with may be of special interest to professional artists:
Web Site Links and On-Line Sales Gallery
Along with the development of this new web site we are including an artists gallery and artist links.
If you have a web site, you may request that we link from our web site to yours. Those without a web site may be interested in
participating in the sales gallery. There will be a master page with an image of each artists' work. When a customer clicks on
the artist's image, it takes them to the artist's page.
Artists may display a quantity of work along with text and if requested,
enlargements of those images. The cost for this service is $85.00 for the page with 8 images displayed in larger-than thumbnail size. If
enlargements are desired, the cost would be $15.00 for each enlargement. Image displays can be changed at any time at a rate of
$35/hr for the web site development.
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9th Annual Art at the Ranch Festival Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Saturday and Sunday, March 21 & 22, 2009
ArtCenter Manatee and LWR Communities are proud to present the 9th Annual Art at the Ranch Festival which will once
again be held on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Main Street is an upscale shopping promenade on Lake
Uihlein. If you would like information about the location, visit www.lakewoodranchrealestate.com/mainstreet. Last year’s
show attracted 20,000 visitors and artists reported good sales, commensurate with the economy. Easy access to the area
with plenty of parking and trolley transportation made for an enjoyable show.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS TO EXHIBIT
AT ARTCENTER MANATEE
or COMCENTER
Would you like to curate an exhibition in the ArtCenter Manatee galleries or schedule a one man
show for a month?
ArtCenter Manatee is currently accepting proposals for exhibitions in its galleries when space
is available. There are three galleries in the ArtCenter: the Reid Hodges Gallery (the hallway
as you enter the building), the Kellogg Gallery (the gallery on your right as you pass the
Welcome Center) and the Searle Gallery (the gallery on your left as you pass the Welcome Center).
Prices and availability vary throughout the year so please refer to the rate chart below which
also indicates the linear feet of display space in each gallery. Pedestals of varying heights
are available for use free of charge.
Exhibitions may feature any medium and we are especially encouraging photographers, 3D
artists, kinetic sculptors, glass, paper and textile artists to apply. click on the Proposal for Exhibition form and submit it
along with images which represent the scope of work in the proposed exhibit. All proposals
will be juried and scheduled on a first come, first served basis.
ArtCenter Manatee will provide the following:
- The presentation committee will hang all artwork
- Entry forms and labels are provided for each piece of art
- A program of artwork will be available during the entire exhibit
- Invitations will be provided which the artist(s) may distribute
- Press releases to all major area publications
- Announcement of exhibit in ArtCenter Manatee Exhibition Schedule and on ACM website
- ArtCenter Manatee will process all sales and receives a 30% commission on any work
sold while on display
Opening receptions:
The ArtCenter schedules an opening reception, usually on a Friday night from 5-7pm.
The artist(s) are expected to work with the ArtCenter to provide hors d'oeuvres.
The ArtCenter will have a cash bar with proceeds benefiting the ArtCenter.
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Art at the ComCenter Fine Art Gallery
Artists' new exhibition opportunity!
We are very excited about this new partnership with the ComCenter. ArtCenter Manatee will be
scheduling the artists for this new satellite gallery. We are looking for high quality, fine art
from individuals or groups of artists to exhibit original art, prints or giclees for 2 months at a
time. The next available exhibition months are October/November, 2007 and then again April/May,
2008. Artists interested in applying for the exhibit space can fill out the application blow -
in the Gallery requested space fill in ComCenter. Rental for this space is $400 for the
2 month time span. Contact Diane Shelly, Executive Director of ArtCenter Manatee at 941-746-2862
for more information or questions.
Beginning in August, 2008, residents of eastern Manatee County and Lakewood Ranch will have the opportunity to visit a new satellite gallery of ArtCenter Manatee. Art at the ComCenter has been designed to be an integral part of an innovative business center in Lakewood Ranch. The ComCenter, which is one of three such facilities in Manatee County, is currently home to nearly 20 local businesses and serves as a virtual office to over 100 more. Situated within the heart of the space is the gallery; providing a state-of-the art hanging & lighting system for showcasing art. This unique setting, open Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm, offers a perfect space for viewing and purchasing art amidst coffee and comfortable seating in the Copycafe.
Created to showcase the artistry of local artists to a larger audience, the new gallery named Art at the ComCenter Gallery is located at 9040 Town Center Parkway. “When our partner Bernard Croghan proposed this idea to us, we fell in love with the concept because it will further our ongoing mission by giving our organization a new gallery that many residents can easily access. We look forward to showcasing some of the area’s finest work in this upscale Lakewood Ranch setting” said Diane Shelly, Executive Director of the ArtCenter.
Art at the ComCenter Fine Art Gallery will feature a new local artist or group and his/her work for eight week intervals beginning on August 3rd with work by watercolor artist Terry Denson. The public is welcome to visit and there is no charge for admission. Each new artist’s exhibition will open with a wine and cheese reception where the public will have the opportunity to meet the featured artist or group. Artwork in the exhibits will be for sale to the public.
“We’re pleased to partner with ArtCenter Manatee on this great initiative” states Bernard Croghan, ComCenter developer. “Through the exhibits we’ll share with the ArtCenter and its artists, it is our hope that residents throughout eastern Manatee County will come and enjoy the works that will be displayed throughout the year. There is a tremendous amount of talent in our community. We’re excited to act as a satellite venue to showcase it all for the ArtCenter.”
Directions to the Comcenter: I-75 to University Blvd. (east). Take first left at light at Market Street (Publix Plaza). Immediate left on Exchange Way, right at stop sign. ComCenter is 1st building on the left (pink 2 story), gallery is on 1st floor.
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