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Julianne Snyder

Julianne Snyder, Abstract PaintingsJulianna Snyder, Ultimatum, acrylic and gel medium on canvas, NFS. One-person show of abstract acrylic paintings at Red Hook Coffee and Tea. All are invited to the opening reception! February 28th, from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, 765 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (215) 923-0178

“Creating art is like breathing. It’s an undeniable something that must be done.

At this point in my life, it is imperative that I share my work and message, with the world.

I’ve come out of a dark place, from which I wasn’t sure if I’d emerge.

I want you to know that it is possible to get out.

It is our life’s mission to pursue our passions; the things that move us so deeply that we feel we cannot live without them. These inclinations must not be ignored.

They’re vital to our personal evolution.

I have found that creating art is a never-ending quest of self discovery.

It takes strength, determination and courage to give shape to what is inside us; to share our art, and by extension, our truths, lives and secrets, with the world.

I wish to inspire anyone who’s in a dark place or feeling lost; any person who feels that desire to create but feels stuck, unsure or unworthy.

I invite you to stay present. Be brave. Embrace whatever form of creative expression you’re being called to do and inspire others to do the same.

I’m honored to share my art with you.

Your interest and support of my work and my words is invaluable to me.” –

Julianne Snyder artists statement

Thanks to Ed Snyder, Julianne’s dad, for providing the information about this exhibition. Image courtesy of Julianna Snyder‘s website.

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Robert Straight

Robert Straight: Strategy and Structure

P-509, 2013, 60″ x 56″  acrylic, fabric, paper, wood panel

Strategy and Structure: The Work of Robert StraightOld College Gallery, University of Delaware18 East Main St. Newark, DE 19716. February 12- June 29, 2014, Opening Reception, Thursday February 20, 5:00-7:00 PM. Gallery Hours Wednesday -Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 pm, Thursday – 12:00 – 8:00 pm

“This exhibition, offers the opportunity to experience the evolution of the artist’s increasingly complex architecture of abstract forms, in works from the early 1970s to the present. Robert Straight will offer a brief talk and walk-through of the exhibition on Saturday, June 7, 2- 2:45 pm. http://robertstraight.com

Robert StraightProfessor, University of Delaware

painter@udel.edu

www.robertstraight.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNFbeL5VRvE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fz4X4p40S4k

http://geoform.net/interviews/an-interview-with-artist-robert-straight/

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Absolutely Abstract 2013

Gary Bolton, Absolutely Abstract 2013, Philadelphia Sketch Club

Gary Bolton, Clearing, acrylic on canvas, Best in Show Absolutely Abstract 2012, Philadelphia Sketch Club

“The Philadelphia Sketch Club presents ABSOLUTELY ABSTRACT 2013, an exhibition to be held at its historic center city gallery from August 9 through August 24, 2013.  This show will present a variety of visual sensations through non-representational and suggestive subject matter in various two dimensional mediums.  The diversity of the works produces an explosion of color and form that intrigues even the casual viewer.  An Artists’ Reception will be held on Sunday, August 11, from 2 to 4 PM.  Gallery hours are Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 PM.  Admission is free.

The Philadelphia Sketch Club is located at 235 S. Camac St., between 12th & 13th and Locust and Spruce Streets, Philadelphia, PA.  For information call (215) 545-9298 or visit www.sketchclub.org.  The Juror for this exhibition is Bill Scott, an abstract painter and printmaker who is recognized internationally for his work.” – Philadelphia Sketch Club

Juror: Bill Scott is an abstract painter and printmaker. He is represented by Hollis Taggart Galleries, New York, where he has had five solo exhibitions. His work has been included in numerous group shows. His works are in a number of public collections, including the British Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art, Philadelphia Museum of Art and Woodmere Art Museum. Since 1999 he has made intaglio prints with the C. R. Ettinger Studio, and has made commissioned etchings for the Print Club of Cleveland as well as the Print Center and Fleisher Art Memorial in Philadelphia. Bill Scott is a critic at PAFA in both the Certificate/BFA and Continuing Education Programs.

ABSOLUTELY ABSTRACT 2013 is an open juried art show – click here for the prospectus,

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Robert Straight

Robert Straight, SCHMIDT/DEAN

Robert StraightSchmidt/Dean Gallery1719 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, 215- 569-9433, gallery hours Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 – 6:00.

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Peter Prusinowski @ Fishtown Airways

peter prusinowski

Peter Prusinowski @ Fishtown Airways

Peter Prusinowski @ Fishtown Airways, 200 East Girard Ave. Prusinowski is a Center for Emerging Visual Artists Fellow, a great honor bestowed on outstanding artists allowing them to exhibit works in group shows, receive publicity, opportunities and support from the Center. Peter is a photography purist who works in a wet dark room and is not interested in digital photography in the least. As he explained to DoN, Peter attempts to emulate masters such as Man Ray who was able to achieve solarization on film which appears like magic in the development process.

peter prusinowski

Prusinowski’s show at Fishtown Airways focusses on the history of Fishtown and the Penn Treaty, combining historic documents and photographs alongside his own studies of the area. A story of community and it’s importance to the early development of the USA emerges with bucolic river views, charming residences and quirky scenes from the centuries old village inhabited by long time residents and young growing families.

peter prusinowski

A group of historic documents including old newspaper articles, graphics and papers shed light on the Penn Treaty and the importance of this river town and it’s people.

peter prusinowski

East Girard Avenue is on the east side of the Frankford El with restaurants, bars, shops and a lively street scene. Fishtown Airways corner is bright and sunny, the gallery painted a buttery yellow, the art pops off the wall against the restful color. Proprietor , Bob Murphy is planning to open an ice cream shop along the broad avenue making this section of Fishtown a family friendly destination as well as an art outpost along with Johnnie Brenda‘s, High Wire and Bambi. Shoshka and DoN had a blast talking with the locals and hanging out on the corner.

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