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Now in its 44th year, the Cottonwood Art Festival is the premier fine arts event in North Texas. The twice-a-year event generates more than $2 million in art sales annually. The festival has extended it hours and is set for 10 a.m. — 8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Sunday, May 5-6, 2012, at Richardson’s Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Beltline Rd. Admission and parking are free. Full details are available at www.cottonwoodartfestival.com. …continue reading Cottonwood Art Festival Announces Jury for May Event
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The Tyler Museum of Art is pulling out all the stops for a very special free Family Day this coming weekend on Saturday, February 11, 2012. Children will enjoy a wide variety of live performances, exciting arts activities, an incredible exhibition of maritime paintings and even free snacks during a special installment of the TMA’s second Saturday favorite. Family Day lasts from 2 to 4 p.m., and in addition to the usual art activities in the classroom, a variety of sea and water-themed performances will be offered in the North Gallery. …continue reading Tyler Museum of Art Announces Free Family Day
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Landing at Asilah probably produced under the direction of Passchier Grenier, 1475-1500 (photo by Paul M.R. Maeyaert)
The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries
Meadows Museum
February 5 through May 13, 2012
We all know that great art must be experienced firsthand to be truly appreciated, but never has this been more true than in the case of the current exhibit at the Meadows Museum, The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries. Please go and see these tapestries yourself, as no mere words I can conjure here will do justice to their awe inspiring beauty, size and magnificence. The fact that they are over 500 years old and have been restored meticulously to their original glory adds to their impact and assures their place as true masterpieces. …continue reading The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries at the Meadows Museum
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City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD) Director Sean McGlynn has been elected to serve as President of the United States Urban Arts Federation (USUAF) Executive Committee, a committee within Americans for the Arts, the nation’s nonprofit organization for advancing the arts and arts education. …continue reading City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Director Elected President of United States Urban Arts Federation
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The Modern’s unique programs for young artists emphasize learning through direct observation of art and thoughtful art activities inspired by the current exhibition. This introduces students to some of the complex and challenging concepts and practices behind modern and contemporary art. Distinguished area artists are invited to design and lead art activities based on the art in the galleries. Activities encompass everything from art making in the traditional sense to interdisciplinary exploration. This year’s Art Camp focuses on works in the Modern’s permanent collection,while Summer Art Study looks at both works in the Modern’s collection as well as the special exhibition Lucian Freud: Portraits. …continue reading The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth Announces Summer Art Camp and Art Study at the Modern
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The Byzantine Fresco Chapel (image courtesy the Menil Collection)
The Menil Collection announced that March 4, 2012 will be the final day to see the Byzantine frescoes currently housed on its campus in the Byzantine Fresco Chapel, after which time they will be returned to the Orthodox Church of Cyprus. In celebration of the frescoes, their time in Houston, and the purpose-built Chapel that has been their home for fifteen years; the Menil will present special public events commemorating the return of this sacred art. …continue reading The Menil Collection Celebrates Return of Byzantine Frescoe with Public Events Honoring Sacred Works
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I have an ambitious day planned and beautiful Dallas weather. I can only hope to accomplish half of what I want to see and do. My stops include Asel Art Supply, Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, Crow Collection of Asian Art and the Meadows Museum. I also have several temptations that I’m sure will lead me astray. …continue reading So Much to See, So Little Time to See It
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Sole Sisters
Shoe Confessional
Dallas Museum of Art
February 11 and 12, 2012
As part of the Sole Sisters film project, award-winning filmmaker Cynthia Salzman Mondell will be filming women’s stories live with her cutting edge Shoe Confessional at the Dallas Museum of Art. …continue reading Last Chance to Bare Your Soles in the Shoe Confessional at the Dallas Museum of Art
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Carved Gourd Cricket Cage with Boys Playing with Crickets Qing Dynasty, 18th - 19th c.
The Chinese Art of Cricket Keeping: The Ernest K. H. Lee Collection
San Antonio Museum of Art
December 3, 2011 through June 15, 2012
The Asian Art department at the San Antonio Museum of Art is long-known for organizing engaging exhibitions, and the current Chinese Art of Cricket-Keeping: The Ernest K. H. Lee Collection is no exception. …continue reading The Chinese Art of Cricket Keeping at the San Antonio Museum of Art
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Our Lady of Refuge of Sinners, mid 19th century
Please join the El Paso Museum of Art on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 2 p.m. in the El Paso Energy Auditorium for Our Lady Refugio of Sinners: Love and Hope In Art, a lecture by Dr. Elizabeth Zarur, Associate Professor of Art, New Mexico State University. Auditorium seating is on a first come, first served basis and is limited to 220 persons. …continue reading The El Paso Museum of Art Announces a Lecture by Dr. Elizabeth Zarur
