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May 2009 Blog Posts (24)

A parody by Valeriu Buev

An abstract from the story “Personal Projections” by Jayseth Geberman

published in the magazine “Mercator’s World” March/April 1997

Several years ago I was watching a children’s television show with my nephew, who was about a year and a half old at the time.

On the blackened screen appeared an animated outline of Africa. The outline then changed shape several times to form an outline of a lion, an elephant, rhinoceros, and then back to the African continent – each time… Continue

Added by Valeriu Buev on May 31, 2009 at 8:30pm — 1 Comment

Super Lucky Catz LIVE!!! (video)

Find more videos like this on… Continue

Added by Super Lucky Catz on May 31, 2009 at 7:31am — 1 Comment

Red Haired Girl

A cute little girl

hair red as fire

glasses so thick

books her desire

she read in her class

she read books at her home

of life and adventure

her imagination would roam

she loved to turn pages

and bookmark her spot

for food and playtime

were bothersome lots

one day while visiting

the land by the sea

she spotted a tree

as grande as can be

a mighty old oak

branches silent and… Continue

Added by john on May 28, 2009 at 11:46pm — 1 Comment

Sidewalk Art!! CHALK THE WALK EVENT - June 13th

Come out and join in on the fun!! Saturday, June 13th in Visalia. Huff Art Center presents the 3rd annual Art in the Park event at Recreation Park. In conjunction with this event, I will be hosting the Chalk the Walk event.

Corporate Sponsor squares are available for $250 dollars, supplies included. Companies must chalk their own square or provide the artist to do it. Turn it into an employee event!!

Private squares are available for $20.00 each, supplies included. No… Continue

Added by Melanie Fountain on May 27, 2009 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

YOUR GROUP SHOW @ Sorensen's Gallery

How would you and your artist friends like to have a month long Art Show at Sorensen's Studio/Gallery? Normally when you enter a group show at Sorensen's you pay $20. per piece entry fee and that doesn't mean you'll get accepted. Well, why not have a group show with 10 of your Artist friends and get about 20 feet of wall space each for $40. to $60. each?

July and August are presently available so move fast if interested.

Contact Bosque via this blog or call me at… Continue

Added by Chris M. Sorensen Studio on May 26, 2009 at 6:46am — 4 Comments

FRESNO ARTS COUNCIL WANTS YOUR SUGGESTIONS

What would you like the Fresno Arts Council to do for you?

As we prepare for our annual "Strategic Planning" session, the Fresno Arts Council would like to hear from you. Our goal is to give a voice to Central San Joaquin Valley artists, arts organizations and individuals interested in the arts . It's mission is to “enrich peoples lives through the arts.” It's purpose is to foster an arts community that recognizes and honors the contributions of its citizens to the arts;… Continue

Added by Carol Hartman on May 25, 2009 at 6:59am — 17 Comments

Tonight is Art Hop! I have art in 2 seperate locations

I hope you all are enjoying the nice weather, and I hope you go out art hopping tonight! I will have about 35 paintings at Creative Cube tonight, for one night only. Creative cube is on the corner of NE corner of Palm & Nees on the 3rd floor.

Tonight at Peppertree Gallery is the ASPCA benefit art show! I will have 4 cat themed paintings that are painted on vintage mother goose children stories paper. I also have 3 pieces that are unrelated… Continue

Added by stephanie allison on May 21, 2009 at 7:59am — No Comments

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Together we can make a difference in the lives of our youth, instilling alternative forms of expression through the arts. Help win the fight against drugs.

Check out www.DearCrystalMeth.ning.com

Added by SIN on May 20, 2009 at 3:45pm — No Comments

Patrick Contreras' CD release BLOCK PARTY in the Tower District!

Join The Patrick Contreras Band June 20th for their Tower District CD release Block Party of "The American Rock Violinist". there will be a BBQ from Seqouia Brewing, Pizza from ME'n'EDs, a beer garden, margaritas, and cool giveaways. The Concert will be held street party style behind the Tower Theater! gates open at 6pm and TIX are $10, for more info contact violinfrenzyfresno@yahoo.com or go to www.myspace.com/patrickcontreras…

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Added by Patrick Contreras on May 20, 2009 at 1:48pm — 1 Comment

The Rattananan Video

If you missed her live performance, we've posted the video of her dance for your enjoyment! Enjoy, Posted by Rattananan's stage Crew
See DANCE VIDEO

Added by Art Zocalo on May 17, 2009 at 1:02pm — 1 Comment

Looking for Work

My brother Eric and I play mostly traditional Irish music (there are some samples of us on his page as well as mine), and we are looking for a couple venues or whateva to play at... we can also play music that's a little more 'mainstream' if that suits anyone who is interested. Does anyone know a few places that are looking for live music?

Added by Adam Hendey on May 17, 2009 at 10:46am — 2 Comments

My First Gallery Offer

I am very excited to announce that the Plantation Gallery in Visalia has accepted three of my paintings on consignment. This is a wonderful store. Lots of gorgeous art by various artists and beautiful hardwood teak furniture. On May 30th starting at 6:00 p.m. there will be an art and poetry reading at the store. If you can clear your schedule, please come. The… Continue

Added by Gail Daley on May 14, 2009 at 2:26pm — No Comments

I may be "quiet" online for awhile...

Just a heads up.... I no longer have my own internet access from home and have to get rides to other places to get online. But I will try to log on a couple times a week.

So if you leave a comment for me and I do not respond right away.... don't take it personal! However, if you really need to reach me... send a message via the email option which I will be less likely to miss when I do log on.

Thank you! and Thanks for all your support!

~Christina R. Martinez /… Continue

Added by Christina R Martinez on May 14, 2009 at 10:23am — 2 Comments

Pipe on the Hob at Full Circle Brewery

My Celtic band "Pipe on the Hob" will be playing at Full Circle Brewery, 620 F St. This Friday, May 15th from 8pm to 11pm. $5 cover charge.

We will be playing three sets of Celtic music and song. Our group features fiddle, hammered dulcimer, whistle, harp and keyboard and vocals. It should be a fun evening. People that have heard us usually rave about the music so please come on down and give us a listen.

Added by Carl Johnsen on May 13, 2009 at 5:38pm — 1 Comment

A New Job!

Hello friends. I found my dream job a few weeks ago. Im now working for Pamela Leeds Photography in Fresno. she specializes in wedding photography as well as commercial work.

Luckily I have a couple of friends from Gamels that work there and were able to get me hired on as an assistant photographer. Its a great start to something that might work out to a dream career!

Keep an eye out for me!

Manny out!

Added by Manny Vasquez on May 10, 2009 at 2:41pm — 1 Comment

O.K. so the Foot Fetish II show was kind of a flop...read on...

As we all might know, art shows don't always go the way we want them to. The

FOOT FETISH II show was not very well attended but on the positive side of things, everyone worked really hard. The BBQ was delicious and the entertainment was great (Lance Canales, True Blue, and Jon Artz performed), and those of us who did participate had fun. We even had Big Foot running around the ballroom. Saundra King gave tours of her lofts. The art was really cool, the dancers were hot and when it was all… Continue

Added by SIN on May 8, 2009 at 4:00pm — 2 Comments

Clay Play at Margaret Hudson's, Earth Art's Studio Every Saturday morning through May!

Come to Margaret Hudson's Studio,

1946 E. Swift Ave.

Every Saturday through May

10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

for a fun morning of play with the clay. $1.00 per person.

Firing your piece is extra.

Great hands on fun for the kids.

Class taught by Kim.

Bring a chair or a blanket and get ready to have some fun.

The store will be open for purchasing some of Margaret's fun sculptures.

Great gift idea for Mother's Day!

Clay Play will be… Continue

Added by SIN on May 8, 2009 at 3:00pm — 2 Comments

Patrick Contreras rips Purple Haze.

6/20/09 - Tower Theater Parking Lot - 6pm. Be… Continue

Added by Patrick Contreras on May 7, 2009 at 1:37pm — 6 Comments

44 long days

I never, never, never would have dreamed that staying home could be this boring!!! I am slowly getting my stregnth back, slowly getting more stamina. But it's so so so slow! I can walk some now, talk (well lets face it I never lost that ability) The exciting part of my life is visiting Drs and Physcal therapy...and I excersize all day anyway just to get stronger. BUT I CAN'T PAINT!!!!!!! My hands are too wobbly and I can't stand up that long!!

I can type, but lets face it typing is not all… Continue

Added by Linda Lloyd Pitts on May 5, 2009 at 6:55pm — 4 Comments

Art Hop at Peppertree Gallery for May

I will have 3 paintings at the Peppertree Gallery on Thursday May 21st for Art Hop from 5-8pm. It is also an event to raise money and collected donated items for the ASPCA.

The Peppertree Gallery is located at 2785 Shaw Ave. in the SE Corner behind Outback Steakhouse. Hope to see you there!

Happy Cinco De Mayo!

&hearts
Stephanie

Added by stephanie allison on May 5, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments