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HAPPY DIAMOND ANNIVESARTY TO THE ATLANTA DOGWOOD FESTIVAL
An Event 75 Years in the Making

Atlanta, Georgia (October 28, 2010) – It’s been 75 years since Walter Rich, of Rich’s Department stores, decided to inaugurate a festival to celebrate the beautiful spring season in Atlanta. Since 1936, the festival has gone through numerous changes, and today the Atlanta Dogwood Festival holds the honor of being the third oldest fine arts festival in the country. With nearly 300 artists each year from throughout the United States and Canada, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival also provides a full weekend of live entertainment, varied food selections and a beloved disc dog competition. In more recent years, the festival has expanded its offerings to include an international cultural component, comedy and theatre partnerships and a gourmet tasting area featuring some of the city’s best restaurants.

It’s an event 75 years in the making, and the 2011 Atlanta Dogwood Festival promises more excitement than ever under the blooming of the city’s most beautiful trees.

AT A GLANCE   
The 75th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival takes place in Atlanta’s beautiful Piedmont Park on April 15, 16 and 17, 2011. Festival attendance is free, although a few of the areas are ticketed. www.dogwood.org

ARTS   
The 2011 Atlanta Dogwood Festival Artist Market welcomes fine artists from throughout the country and includes a special section featuring Georgia artists. All types of art are represented within the Artist Market, from oil painting to jewelry to sculpture and textiles. There is plenty to tempt any collector!

Again this year, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival is particularly proud of its Atlanta High School Art Exhibition (AHSAE), which last year brought in nearly 600 entries from talented young artists throughout the metro-area. Providing winners with $30,000 in scholarships and supplies, the AHSAE is community-oriented feature of the festival that fills a growing gap in creative opportunities for youth. Held in the Community Center in Piedmont Park during the festival, the AHSAE highlights the variety and breadth of young Atlanta artistic talent.

GLOBAL   
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival kicked off the International Village two years ago to recognize and celebrate the city’s diverse international communities. With the International Stage hosting a multitude of cultural performances from around the globe, the edutainment booths and the decorated mobile art golf carts, the International Village quickly became a favorite feature of the festival. The international communities and globally minded guests are also welcomed to make merry during La Fête, an evening ticketed party held on Friday, April 15 to launch the 2011 International Village.
 
SPECTATORS   
Each year, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival offers entertainment throughout the weekend. As always, two live music stages feature performers from a variety of musical genres. Festival attendees can also enjoy the popular live disc dog show on the lawn or head to one of the other entertainment choices like theater productions and kid-friendly street performances.  

FOR FOODIES   
The “Friends of Dogwood Pavilion,” a ticketed event that has become a popular feature of the Atlanta Dogwood Festival, will be open Saturday and Sunday. The Pavilion pairs fare from top local restaurants with wines and beers in a comfortable, private setting. Tickets to Friends of Dogwood can be purchased in advance beginning in the spring at www.dogwood.org.

KIDS   
Designed just for the younger festival visitors, the Kid’s Village has become an Atlanta Dogwood Festival favorite for families. This interactive zone comes complete with hands-on art projects, special kid-friendly displays and hours of entertainment for children. With anything from ropes courses to the popular spider jump, parents will find this area ideal for pulling up some grass while the kiddies let out some energy.

ENTRANCE   
Just as it has been for the past 74 years, the 75th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival is free!

FUNDRAISING    
As a registered 501-C3, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival thanks Friends of Dogwood and our sponsors who help keep this great event free and open to the public.

Additional neighborhood and community-oriented features will be part of the 75th Atlanta Dogwood Festival – details coming soon!

CONTACT   Atlanta Dogwood Festival
              887 West Marietta Street, Studio S-105
              Atlanta, Georgia 30318
              404-817-6642
              www.dogwood.org

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Atlanta (October 28, 2010) – This fall, 16 Miami Circle merchants come together to present a three-day showcase of design all in one location. With guest speakers, entertainment and refreshments combined with the varied styles of antiques, fine art and home accessories found at Miami Circle, this inaugural annual event promises to appeal to the public and members of the trade alike. Guest speakers and onsite demonstrations will cover topics like kitchen remodeling, art appraisal, furniture restoration, art collecting and art making. A portion of the proceeds from the Miami Circle Marketplace will benefit DIFFA.

WHAT      Miami Circle Marketplace

Participants: Artists Atelier; Antonio Raimo Galleries, LTD; Dearing Antiques; Ferguson Bath and Kitchen; Foxglove Antiques & Galleries; Fusion Design Group; J. Tribble Collection; Lisa Thompson & Associates.; My French Chateau; Nicholson Gallery; RED Gallery; Specialty Tile Products; The Gables Antiques; The Lamp Shoppe; Vespermann-Cooper Gallery and William Word Antiques

WHEN   November 4-6, 2010
      Thursday, November 4: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      Friday, November 5: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
      Saturday, November 6: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Lectures and demonstration times vary. A full schedule is available www.miamicirclemarketplace.com

WHERE   764 Miami Circle, Atlanta, Georgia 30324
      www.miamicirclemarketplace.com
      404-231-0734

SPEAKERS   

Anna Walker, owner Jackson Fine Art will discuss contemporary photography collecting

Antonio Raimo, framer, art and book dealer

Capella Kincheloe – designer and former assistant to acclaimed decorator Michael S Smith, designer of the White House

Jordan Barkin, former associate editor of Veranda magazine

Jane Hollman, designer at Studio Entourage – interior architecture

Stanley Ellis, nationally  recognized residential and commercial designer and founder of Stanley Ellis, Inc.

Vernon Abrams, art and antique appraiser and member of Georgia International Society of Appraisers

Yong Pak, architect and founding partner of Pak Heydt & Associates

DIFFA   
Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) is one of the country’s largest supporters of direct care for people living with HIV/AIDS and preventive education for those at risk. Merging care and commerce, supporters of DIFFA come from all fields of fine design and the visual arts, including: architecture, fashion design, interior design, photography and consumer product design. With fundraising efforts bolstered by strategic partnerships and unique events showcasing innovation and creativity, DIFFA has mobilized the immense resources of the design communities and granted over $35 million to hundreds of AIDS service organizations nationwide since being founded in 1984. www.diffa.org

The Miami Circle Marketplace is generously sponsored by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles magazine, Diageo, Eclipse di Luna and The Meddin Company: Real Estate Brokerage & Development.

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Atlanta (October 28, 2010) – The Museum of Design Atlanta presents When Design Meets Dance, a rare private tour of the Atlanta Ballet. Guests will enjoy complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres, meet the Ballet’s costume and set designers and explore the new Michael C. Carlos Dance Centre on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Tickets to the event are $125 or $100 for MODA members or $50 for students, and all proceeds benefit MODA. For tickets or more information, visit www.museumofdesign.org or call 404-979-6455.

Location: Atlanta Ballet, Michael C. Carlos Dance Centre, 1695 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.

About Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA)
Located in Downtown Atlanta, MODA is the only museum in the Southeast devoted exclusively to the study and celebration of all things design.  MODA examines how design affects our daily lives through engaging exhibitions, K-12 educational outreach and exciting adult programming.  MODA regularly features exhibitions of architecture, industrial and product design, interiors and furniture, graphics, fashion, and more.  For more information, visit: www.museumofdesign.org.

MODA is currently located at 285 Peachtree Center Avenue, Marquis Two Tower, Atlanta, Georgia 30303. The museum will be moving to Midtown on Peachtree Street in early 2011.  

Museum Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Entrance: $10 adult, $5 student, $8 seniors/military, free to members, group rates available
MODA Memberships start at $35 (student memberships available)

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Atlanta (October 28, 2010) – This fall, the annual Hambidge Center for Creative Arts & Sciences fundraiser comes alive with brief, dynamic performances throughout an evening highlighting the variety of art communities the organization serves. With participants in theatre, dance, poetry and visual arts, the 15th Annual Hambidge Art Auction & Performance Gala offers a stellar showcase in celebration of 75 years of nurturing brilliant artistic exploration and expression. In addition to the ongoing bursts of short performances, the event will feature a silent auction with pieces from 125 emerging and established artists from throughout the country. Guests will also enjoy organic and locally-grown cuisine from the Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View as well as signature cocktails and libations.

HAMBIDGE   
All proceeds go toward Hambidge residencies for today’s brightest artists and scientists at our 600 acre creative sanctuary in the Great Smokey Mountains.

TICKETS   
       Thursday, November 18, 2010
   VIP “Artini” Party            6 p.m.
   General Admission Event       7 to 10 p.m.
   
   VIP          $150 includes access to “Artini” and entrance to event
       General Admission   $35 in advance or $50 at the door

To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.hambidge.org or call 706-746-7324.

LOCATION   
Bradford Gallery (former Fay Gold Gallery space)
764 Miami Circle, Atlanta 30324
   
Dress: Casual chic

HOSTED BY   AUCTION COMMITTEE- Jamie Badoud, Bonnie Beauchamp-Cooke, Lucinda Bunnen, Carolyn Carr, Doug Foltz, Judy Higgins, Yolanda Head, Malissa Ladd, Chester Old, Suzanne Shaw and Barb Williams

The Hambidge Center is funded in part by the LUBO Fund, the Fulton County Commission under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council, and the Georgia Council for the Arts through the appropriations for the Georgia General Assembly.  The council is a Partner Agency of the National Endowment of the Arts.   

The Hambidge Center for Creative Arts and Sciences welcomes artists to its pristine wildlife setting throughout the year. The Center is closed during the month of January for regular repairs and maintenance. Hambidge is located at 105 Hambidge Court, Rabun Gap, Georgia 30568. The mailing address is PO Box 399, Rabun Gap, Georgia 30568. Hambidge can be reached at 706-746-5718 or visited online at www.hambidge.org.

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Bow Arts Trust is delighted to announce the two winners of the inaugural Bow Arts Trust Graduate Residency Award. Recent arts graduates Sophie Hoyle and Chloe Ostmo have been awarded a receive a free artist’s studio each for six months at the Trust’s newly opened SE1 studios, in south London.  SE1 Studios, in Bermondsey, are the result of an exciting new partnership between Bow Arts Trust and Crisis, the national charity for single homeless people.

The Bow Arts Trust Graduate Residency Award was launched this year to provide vital support for young and emerging artists. In addition to receiving a rent-free studio space for six months, the two Award winners will also be featured on the London’s Artist Quarter website which promotes artists and cultural activity in East London.  Both artists will be posting regular updates about their progress throughout their residencies.

The Award aims to help emerging artists navigate the difficult transition from art student to practicing professional by easing the substantial financial pressures that artists face. Marcel Baettig, Chief Executive of Bow Arts Trust, says that “Having supported emerging artists for more than fifteen years, I am all too aware that financial and practical difficulties that can often stop artists from developing their artistic careers. At the Trust, we wanted to provide some tangible support – and a fundamental thing that an artist needs is a space in which to think, work and make!”

The Award was open to any 2009 or 2010 graduate who studied a creative subject at a UK institution at degree or postgraduate level. The Trust received more than 140 applications from graduates from a diverse range of creative backgrounds, from pottery to performance art.  The winners were chosen by Marcel Baettig (Chief Executive of Bow Arts Trust), Myriam Blundell (Bow Arts Trust Trustee, independent art curator and Chair of the International Collectors Forum at the Contemporary Art Society) and Sarah Elson, art historian, curator and collector.

The two winners have now taken up residence in their studios at SE1 and work is underway. Sophie Hoyle studied for a Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Art at Central St Martins School of Art and Design (2010) and works primarily with printmaking and sculptural installation. Sophie says that “a studio space is an indispensable part of my working process; I am still experimenting and developing, and need space to work out my ideas. It was very encouraging to have Bow Arts Trust support me and my practice.”

Chloe Ostmo (MA in Fine Art, Slade School of Fine Art, 2010) focuses on the manipulation and re-interpretation of photographic imagery. Chloe explains that “being part of a studio community allows me to have regular contact with other artists. This is hugely beneficial both in terms of the development of my work and as a way to discover and distribute information regarding exhibitions, resources and opportunities.”

SE1 Studios opened in summer 2010 near London Bridge and Bermondsey tube stations. The spaces have been designed with new and emerging artists specifically in mind. These studios have been made possible through a partnership with the national charity for single homeless people, Crisis. By launching these new studios, Bow Arts Trust is extending its direct support to emerging artists at a critical, and often difficult, point in their careers.  Michael Cubey, Head of Property and Assistant Director of Bow Arts Trust, explains that “by making very affordable spaces available, which by their design encourage interaction and networking between peers, we are enabling emerging artists to maximise their time and establish creative communities”.

The relationship between Bow Arts Trust and Crisis builds on the successful partnership model of working that the Trust has developed with housing associations in East London.  This model enables the Trust to find innovative and sustainable solutions for premises and provide real community benefit for the local area.  Two artists belonging to the Crisis Skylight scheme will also be selected to receive free studios in SE1 Studios for one year.

Marcel Baettig explains that “it’s always been hard for emerging artists to establish themselves but now, more than ever, it is crucial that we continue to nurture young talent. Graduates are completing their studies and attempting to break into a creative sector that is highly competitive and undergoing tough cutbacks. If we want the UK to continue producing exciting, challenging, world-class artists, we need to ensure that opportunities and resources are in place to enable new artists to thrive.”

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Editors notes:

If you require high res images, more information or would like to interview Marcel Baettig, Sophie Hoyle or Chloe Ostmo about this story, please contact Nadine Ishani, Marketing Officer, Bow Arts Trust.

Bow Arts Trust was established as an educational arts charity in 1995 and is situated adjacent to the historic St Mary Atta le Bow Church in the East End of London, where it supports a community of over 100 artists with affordable, secure, creative workspace in the heart of London’s Artist Quarter.  The Trust also manages one of the country’s most exciting education projects and the Nunnery gallery which supports a diverse range of local, national and international exhibitions and events.  The Trust is not subsidised but works closely with a number of partners including Poplar HARCA and East Thames. In summer 2010 the company expanded into South London, with 60 new studio spaces. http://www.bowarts.org

Crisis is the national charity for single homeless people. It is dedicated to ending homelessness by delivering life-changing services and campaigning for change. Innovative education, employment, housing and well-being services address individual needs and help people to transform their lives. Crisis works to prevent people from becoming homeless through campaigning and advocating solutions informed by research and direct experience. The charity has ambitious plans for the future and is committed to helping more people in more places across the UK. Crisis knows it won’t end homelessness overnight or on its own, but takes a lead and, through collaboration with others, makes change happen.

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Fee Halsted is being honored for her role in empowering women and uplifting their lives in South Africa. She will receive her honor from Women’s Campaign International at their annual fund-raising event in New York on November 30th, ‘All the Difference in the World’. For the past twelve years, WCI has helped women find their voices by giving them tangible skills in twenty countries around the world. WCI honors individuals who have made exceptional contributions to women’s rights and past honorees include musician John Legend, Vice President Joe Biden, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

Fee has been fostering artistic talent in a remote area of KwaZulu Natal for the last 25 years and many South African women have been trained as decorators of her distinctive designs. Each piece of Ardmore ceramic art is individually modeled and hand-painted by Zulu artists, who have become renowned for their exuberant use of color and their vivacious modeling of flora and fauna. Leopards, zebras, giraffes, hyenas and monkeys burst with life from luxuriant foliage to form quirky and humorous vases, candlesticks, tureens or teapots

The Ardmore artists battle diseases such as HIV/Aids and the sale of each piece helps improve the quality of life in their rural community.  Fortunately this original and unique South African pottery has become very collectible in recent years with specialist sales at Christie’s of London and Sotheby’s in Johannesburg.  An heir to the Coca Cola fortune has collected over 700 pieces and museums from New York to Zurich have acquired examples of Ardmore Ceramic Art. Queen Elizabeth II was recently presented with a piece of Ardmore by the President of South Africa and there is also an Ardmore masterpiece in the White House.

Fee will be signing purchases of Ardmore Ceramic Art at the Pascoe and Company celebration weekend on December 4 & 5, Sat 1pm to 6pm & Sun 10am to 4pm. Come and meet this remarkable lady and enjoy a wonderful celebration of ceramic art.

Vinoy Renaissance St Petersburg Resort, 501 5th Ave NE, St Petersburg, FL

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IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Hugo E. Slepoy’s ‘Originals’ at Queen Gallery

October 27, 2010
Toronto

Queen Gallery proudly presents Hugo E. Slepoy’s solo exhibition entitled ‘Originals’. Twenty-five of Hugo’s highly-detailed, original drawings will be on exhibit from Thursday, October 28, 2010 until Tuesday, November 9, 2010.  Everyone is invited to attend the opening reception which will be Thursday, October 29, 2010 from 6-9 pm.
Hugo E. Slepoy graduated from the University of Buenos Aires, in Architecture in 1972 and in Urban and Regional Planning in 1980. He’s an accomplished designer, illustrator and artist, and his work has been recognized by architectural and design firms across Toronto, his home for the past 29 years. He was a freelance artist for ‘The Globe & Mail’ from 1991 to 1998, a Graduate Associate  with the Ontario Association of Architects since 1981, and a member of  Visual Arts Ontario since 1990.
Hugo’s interest in art began at an early age and it developed into an artistic career by 1979. Various themes are the inspiration for Hugo’s artwork, including unique interpretations of tropical nature scenes, urban and rural landscapes, landmarks, historical buildings and urban architecture. Hugo’s work ranges from detailed pencil drawings to colour ‘naïve’ paintings in a variety of media, including, ink, feltpen and watercolour. His pencil rendering of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, commemorating the Centennial of its building, hangs in the Ontario Legislature. Over his 30- year artistic career, Hugo has shown in many public, private, group and solo exhibitions. His work is housed in private and public collections in Argentina, Italy, Belgium, the United States and Canada.
Queen Gallery is located in downtown Toronto at 382 Queen Street East (Queen and Parliament) and has just recently celebrated it’s first-year anniversary.  They present an array of local and international artists, from emerging to established, have new exhibitions every two weeks and are definitely worth a visit.
Please visit http://www.QueenGallery.ca for more information.
Queen Gallery
382 Queen Street East
Toronto, Ontario
M5A 1T1
(416) 361-6045
info@queengallery.ca
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Dr. Scott Neubauer, a chiropractor and Active Release Technique expert in South Orange County, announced earlier this week a food drive to help the needy of Orange County. Standing before assembled media and friends of the clinic, Dr. Neubauer stated that “more now than any other time in my life do my friends and neighbors need help.”

What he is doing is offering a free exam and treatment in exchange for 10 canned food items on November 10. He calls it “10 on the 10th”. The details are any person can schedule an appointment for the November 10, on that date bring along 10 food items and the visit will be free of charge. “Just call our office at 949-933-7789 and tell them that you want to schedule for the 10 on the 10th.”

Dr. Scott, as he is known, continued that the idea for a food drive occurred one evening while discussing the plight of friend in need.  ”My friend has always been a hard worker and always has had a job. But the past year has been terrible for him. He’s had a hard time feeding his family.” Dr. Scott stated that while he has been able to help his friend, he knows that there are many more in need.

Enter Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. A privately funded philanthropic organization that works hand-in-hand with local governmental agencies, Second Harvest tells us that “one in five Orange County residents struggles with hunger” regularly.  

“I am realistic,” continued Dr. Scott. “I know that I can’t help everyone. I’m hoping to help some and may inspire others to do similarly.” Dr. Scott tells us that so far the response has been great, and that he expects to work “at least 13 hours on the 10th”.

About Second Harvest
Under the guidance of the Council of Orange, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, the Food Bank began providing food for the hungry in October 1983. Since 1983, the Food Bank has provided more than 260 million pounds of donated and surplus food to local charities. Read more about them at: http://feedoc.org/

About Dr. Neubauer
Dr. Scott Neubauer is a graduate of UC Irvine and received his doctorate from Southern California University of Health Sciences.  Dr. Neubauer holds an advanced certification in Active Release Technique®, a Certified KinesioTaping® Practitioner, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Level 1 Coach for USA Track and Field. He is also a competitive endurance athlete, having competed in dozens of marathons, Ironman triathlons and cycling races.

Dr. Neubauer practices full-time in Lake Forest, California at Coastal Health and Fitness. He can be reached at 24551 Raymond Way, Suite 265, Lake Forest, CA 92630 or at (949) 933-7789. For more information, visit http://www.coastalhealthandfitness.com.

Below is Dr. Scott treating an athlete at the 2009 Ironman Arizona.

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PRESS CONTACT:
Diana Campbell Rice @ camporice.bak.rr.com
800-811-9444
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(October 27, 2010) DCRdesign has launched a new art website featuring two fine art note card lines, Native American Series and Abstracts.  Both lines offer blank fine art note cards with envelopes by California artist Diana Campbell Rice.  

The initial launch of the Native American Series line includes ten representational watercolor and ink illustrations depicting a variety of interpretational images in bold southwestern colors.  Campbell Rice blends traditional Native American images with both a modern and whimsical twist.
The beautifully boxed set features one 5 x 7 in. card of each image and retails for $20, available immediately.

Abstracts is an original new line featuring three powerful images in oil and one bonus watercolor card.  “Koi”, oil, in vivid orange, gold and black, invokes the image of a koi feeding frenzy; “dessous de glace”, oil, reminds one of flowers frozen under the ice.  The set of eight features two 5.5 x 4 in. cards of each image and retails for $16, available immediately.

The cards have been featured in California galleries in San Diego, Cambria, Morro Bay and Bakersfield.  A tremendous fan of Native American fetish dolls, the artist’s fetish creations have been featured in galleries in California, Colorado and Alaska.  Campbell Rice enjoys a national and international client base.
The web site also introduces new art work for future release in the artist’s Bio section.

DCRdesign is a new art and design company celebrating its first anniversary in business. The complete product line can be viewed at its website — www.dcrdesign.us — where visitors to the site can also access the artist’s three blogs – art-related infiniti crow; personal philosophy dcrtruths and DCRinsights, a non-profit strategy blog. For additional information, please contact 800-811-9444 or visit www.dcrdesign.us.

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