Sharon Giles
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PAINTING FROM THE SOUL: Intuitive Abstract Painting with Billie Bourgeois
3 Day Painting Workshop for Spring 2019:
PAINTING FROM THE SOUL:
Intuitive Abstract Painting
with
Billie Bourgeois
http://www.billiebourgeois.com
Instagram: @billie_bourgeois
About Billie:
Billie Bourgeois, MFA from LSU, has a lifetime of experience teaching artistic methods. She is represented by several regional art galleries, including Bee Street Studio here …
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Society of Watercolor Artists 2018 Juried Members Exhibition Reception & Awards
Join us for the 2018 SWA Juried Membership Exhibition Reception this Sunday, November 4th from 2 – 4pm. at the UNT Health Science Center Atrium Gallery. 3500 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth, Texas. The exhibit continues through November 30th.
We invite you to attend, to see the amazing artwork, enjoy food & music and …
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Texas Visual Arts Association Citation 2018
TVAA Citation 2018
Mesquite Arts Center, in Mesquite, Texas
Exhibition dates: November 5 – December 1
The Citation Show is presented by the Texas Visual Arts Association and is a juried, TVAA Member-only exhibition. This year’s Citation show will be held at the Mesquite Arts Center in Mesquite, TX and includes cash …
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Sheila Durante – Chinese Brush Stroke demo for Trinity Arts Guild Nov. 5
The next Trinity Arts Guild meeting will be on Monday, November 5, 2018.
Location: Trinity Arts Guild Gallery, Bedford Boys Ranch, 2819 R. D. Hurt Pkwy., Bedford, TX 76095-0671 (817) 283-1422 www.trinityartsguild.net
Guest demo artist will be Sheila Durante.
Refreshments 6:30 pm
Awards for Members Juried Fall Show 6:45 pm
Demonstration 7:00 pm
Sheila M. Durante began studying Chinese …
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Leticia Herrera Solo Exhibition reception Nov. 8 in Frisco
Opening Reception November 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free! You are cordially invited to the Opening Reception
of the paintings of the established visual artist Leticia Herrera.
A body of work of over 15 original paintings
Frisco Discovery Center 8004 Dallas Parkway
Frisco, + Google Map
https://friscoarts.org/event/leticia-herrera-solo-art-exhibition/
https://www.friscotexas.gov/1318/Frisco-Art-Gallery
For more …
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2018 Trinity Arts Guild Fall Members Show – Closing Reception Nov. 5
The Show is on display at the Trinity Arts Guild’s Gallery in Bedford. Closing reception and awards will be held on Monday, Nov. 5th prior to the monthly meeting of the Guild.
https://www.trinityartsguild.net/.
Trinity Arts Guild Gallery Bedford Boys Ranch Park 2819 R.D. Hurt Parkway
Bedford, TX 76021
Prizes and Awards Up to …
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Plano Art Association Studio Tour Nov. 3 & 4
Plano Art Association Studio Tour November 3 and 4.
Hours: Saturday, November 3, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 4, Noon to 5:00 pm
Map to Studios
This two-day event will feature the studios and exhibits of Plano area artists who are members of the Plano Art Association. The studio …
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TAC Workshops for November: Abstract Painting, Planes of the Figure & Figure Drawing/Painting
Abstract Painting Workshop with Laura Mayberry Join local artist Laura Mayberry at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center for a beginner-friendly abstract painting workshop where you will connect more deeply to your intuition, move past fears of imperfection and express yourself creatively through abstract painting. 11/8/18 – 7:00 PM – 9:00PM. Planes of the …
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Hiroko Tanaka’s Reception Nov. 1
Japanese Art Reception featuring artist Hiroko Tanaka
Nov. 1, 2018, 5-6:30 Fort Worth Community Arts Center
On Nov. 1, Fort Worth Sister Cities International will be hosting an art reception featuring Japanese artist Hiroko Tanaka. Hiroko-san is known for the “Friendship Paintings” which are featured in the Fort Worth Central Library. She will be …
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Aurora 2018: Light and Sound on Nov. 3 in Downtown Dallas – Imagining a series of possible futures
Immersive and engaging, AURORA is an expansive free public art event that transforms Downtown Dallas into an open-air, urban playground of new media art that is not to be missed. With installations of light, video and sound presented in unexpected places, the sunset signals the transformation of the city into one of the nation’s …
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Registration Open – Comprehensive Design and Lettering Workshops 2019
Design & Lettering Workshops 2019
Texas Lettering Arts Council | P.O. Box 3126, Coppell, TX 75019
Year-Long Study: Elements of Design for Lettering Artists with Cora Pearl One Saturday per Month in 2019 10:00am – 6:00pm Sign up before November 1, 2018 and Save $50 Advanced registration is required. Are you ready for …
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Las Colinas Art Show Nov. 2
Las Colinas Country Club’s First Annual Art Show is Friday, Nov. 2nd from 5-10pm. 15 regional artists in the show. Participants are fine art oil painters, sculptors, ceramics artists, pottery designers, and photographers. Club is open to the public to attending show. Cash bar. We hope to see you there. Las Colinas Country Club, …
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Craft Guild Fall Show & Sale Nov. 1 – 4
Mark your calendar now for the Guild‘s popular Fall Show and Sale – the perfect place to find unique gifts for everyone on your holiday list. The show opens on Thursday, November 1, and all are invited to the opening reception that evening. The show and reception will be held in the office complex …
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Frisco Art Gallery call for entries for 2018 Winter Art Show
Call for Artists for the 2018 Winter Art Show
Sunday, December 2, 2018 through Sunday, January 6, 2019
Artists ages 18 and older are invited to submit winter-themed artwork for a juried art show, with a cash prize awarded. All mediums are accepted.
Art submission deadline: November 15, 2018
Entry Fee: $30 per …
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Maestri Gallery Ribbon Cutting Nov. 8
Maestri Gallery Ribbon Cutting
Maestri Gallery
401 Exposition Avenue
Thursday, November 8, 2018
12:00pm-1:00pm
Join the Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce as they welcome their newest chamber member, the Maestri Gallery
They invite you to come in, #flamingle, and see their curated selection of goods and captivating art!
Martin, the Maestri …
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Día de los Muertos Celebration Nov. 2
Día de los Muertos Celebration
Friday, Nov. 2nd 6pm -10pm
508 W 7th St. Dallas, TX, 75028
The Oak Cliff Cultural Center and CocoAndre Chocolatier are proud to present a Dia de Los Muertos Celebration. Don’t miss out on this colorful-outdoor celebration, filled with live music and performances by Alegre Ballet Folklorico, Cuicani in …
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Open Studio Tour Dec. 1 & 2 in Southlake: Schowachert, Filiaggi & Nitsche
Please join us December 1st and 2nd for our annual OPEN STUDIO, featuring artists: Elizabeth Schowachert, Kim Filiaggi and visiting artist Kelly Nitsche.
Visit our art studios and see work in all its stages. Talk to the artists about ideas, processes, and materials. Explore the place where art happens!
*Location: 3201 Wilbarger Trl, Southlake …
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Deep Ellum Arts Festival application deadline Nov. 5
25th Annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival
April 5-7, 2019
Located in Dallas’ Deep Ellum Entertainment District on Main Street between 2900 Hall St. & 3600 Exposition Ave.
Application Deadline: 11/5/18 Midnight CST
Apply through Zapplication
https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6755
The 25th annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival® is the signature event of the Deep Ellum …
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Southlake’s ART IN THE SQUARE 2019 call for artists
Art in the Square 2019 | Southlake
Deadline: Nov. 1
Apply through Zapp https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6786
Location:
Southlake Town Square, Southlake, Texas
Come join us as we celebrate 20 years of Art in The Square.
In 20 years, Art in the Square has grown in reputation to become one of the top small fine …
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Two Italian Masters open Oct. 26 at the Geometric MADI
Opening This Friday at the Geometric MADI is Two Italian Masters: The Art of Reale Frangi and Piergiorgio Zangara. The show is curated by Ellie Ivanova.
Join us for an opening reception on October 26th at 6 p.m.
Reale Frangiwas born in Milan, Italy, where he still resides and teaches art and architecture. In 1991 he …
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Last Saturday Gallery Night in Granbury Oct. 27
Enjoy an evening on the square with Last Satuday Night Gallery Night hosted by Galleries of Granbury. The locations are all around the square. Besides our gallery, they are Artefactz, LGAA Shanley House and Dora Langdon Art Center as well as D’Vine Wine.
At Your Private Collection we are celebrating the art of “Color …
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Huffines Art Trails Festival Oct. 27 & 28 in Richardson
http://www.huffhinesarttrails.com/
Festival Entrance and Parking are FREE! 1500 Apollo Road
Richardson, TX 75081
This year, the 42nd Huffhines Art Trails, will showcase the creative work of more than 130 artists and craftsmen providing you an extraordinary shopping experience. With a vast selection to choose from, Huffhines Art Trails might be the perfect …
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LGAA’s Fall Festival of Art Award Winners
THE RESULTS ARE IN………
Jeanette Alexander takesBest of Show!
Winners of the Lake Granbury Art Association 2018 Fall Festival of the Art Show/Sale were announced last Saturday October 13, during the Awards Reception at the Shanley House Center of the Arts Gallery. The address of the Gallery is 224 N Travis by the …
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Steve Miller: 2-Day Oil Landscape Painting Workshop Jan. 11 & 12, 2019
January 11 & 12, 2019 (Friday & Saturday) 9am – 4pm
Cost: $120 (includes $25 nonrefundable deposit)
Location: Jaycee Park Center for the Arts, 1975 Puritan Dr., Irving TX. Sponsored by the Irving Art Association.
REGISTER NOW – Payable through PalPal or by check
This 2-Day Workshop will focus on three foundations of oil …
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PAINTING FUNDAMENTALS IN OILS class Nov. 6 – Dec. 18
TUESDAYS: Nov. 6, 13, 27 – Dec. 4, 11, 18
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM $25/Class
Location: ART on the Square Class room, ELLIS COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION , 113 W. FRANKLIN ST., WAXAHACHIE, TEXAS 75165 972-937-3414
This series of …
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Day of the Dog: Sona Knox Oct. 26 & 27 at The COVE
Day of the Dog: Sona Knox
Friday, October 26th 6-9 pm
Saturday, October 27th: 6-9 pm
Sona Knox is a painter and potter and will be exhibiting her work honoring her beloved pets, Daisy and Rocket, the original Art House Art Dogs. She has also created an altar celebrating All Saints Day and …
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VALAWEEN Art Show and Launch of the VALA Gallery
VALAWEEN: ‘Dark Art’ Show
The Inaugural VALAWEEN 2018: Dark Art Show and Masquerade Party!
& the launch of the Brand New VALA Gallery in the McKinney Cotton Mill!Come check out our 22 participating artists who are sharinations of Dark Art!
Show opens on October 20th 7-10pm
VALAWEEN Dark Art Show …
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Calls for Public Art around Texas & Neighboring States
Calls listed at PublicArtist.org and CallforEntry.org
Name of Call: Convention Center in OKC Seeks Interior Public Art
Eligibility: Unlimited
Budget: $1,300,000
Deadline: 11/7/18
The City of Oklahoma City announces this call for professional artists to submit their qualifications to be considered for public art for the two atriums …
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Ro2 Exhibits: Libersat, Pinkston & Clary
Julie Libersat
Mall Mandala
OPENING RECEPTION
Saturday, October 20, 7-10 pm
October 20 – November 17, 2018
Ro2 Art | The Cedars
1501 S. Ervay St.
Dallas, TX 75215
http://www.ro2art.com/julie-libersat—mall-mandala.html
Julon Pinkston
Dark Energy
OPENING RECEPTION
Saturday, October 20, 7-10pm
October 20 – November 17, 2018
Ro2 Art …
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Celia Eberle Exhibit (online exclusive) at Cris Worley
Cris Worley is proud to present our first online exclusive show of Dallas-based artist, Celia Eberle. This online exhibition features new works, along with highlights from Eberle’s oeuvre, allowing viewers to explore this body of work from the convenience of their mobile devices. Celia Eberle has exhibited extensively throughout Texas as well as in Chicago, New York, and Oregon. She was invited to exhibit her “Moss Grotto” at the Silos during Sculpture Month Houston in the summer of 2017. In 2015, she …
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Art Battle® Dallas: Texas State Championship on Saturday, Oct. 27
THE TEXAS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP HAS ARRIVED!
Come watch the paint fly as winning Artists from events this season in Austin and Dallas battle again with hopes of earning a spot at The National Championship this November in LA! This is a wonderful evening of creativity and community, with audience vote determining the winner …
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Arjoon KC: Reality of Unheard Stories – reception Fri, Oct. 26 at the Irving Arts Center
Please Join Us Friday, Oct. 26 from 7-9 PM
artist reception & live painting demonstration by Arjoon KC Reception and live demo are FREE and open to the general public! On display in the Irving Art Center’s Carpenter Lobby through Jan. 6, Reality of Unheard Stories features paintings and mixed media works …
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Michael O’Keefe: Lecture on FORM Oct. 25
Don’t miss the second Visual Vocabulary Lecture on Form! Join me for an exciting and insightful evening. We will examine many great images of drawings, paintings and sculptures, and I promise you will come away with many insights into the element form in art! -Michael O’Keefe Lecture #2: FORM This Thursday! October 25th, 2018, …
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Emily LaCour: Figurative Abstraction Workshop Series continues
Exploring Figurative Abstraction Workshop Series The instructor for the following workshops is the fabulously talented Emily LaCour. Click here to visit Emily’s website These workshops are great for individuals who draw from the model and are interested in developing a creative and more abstract approach to figurative art! The Figure As Architect; Building An Implied …
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Vetro Glassblowing Help Create – Pumpkin
BOO-TI-FUL Glass pumpkins and Ghoulish Glass Gourds for sale along with many other sweet treats!
Help Create Pumpkins!
Fridays & Saturdays
October 10:00a.m. – 6p.m.
Reservation Required!
More Details
Carve …
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