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Sarah Cure, The Huntsville Times Oct. 28, 2010 HUNTSVILLE, AL. - Huntsville artist Robert Daniel decided to take a different route with his latest collection. Rather than sell individual works from the 13-piece series titled “Sing in Me Muse” to benefit his own pocket, Daniel opted to donate the exhibit’s profit to a small grassroots charity,Circle of Hope. TO READ MORE OF THIS COPYRIGHT STORY PLEASE VISIT:
Art News From Tennessee Valley Ceramic Arts Guild, Inc
This month, Volunteers Needed and Scheduled Workshops are posted
To access the Oct. 25 Newsletter go to: TVCAG Newsletter
Tennessee Valley Ceramic Arts Guild, Inc., 8006 Old Madison Pike, Suite 15, Madison AL 35758 phone 256-289-9528, email tvcag.info@gmail.com.
The Huntsville Art Blog WELCOMES Christina Wegman as a contributor to the art blog. Christina will post art news, publish art related essays and articles and also interview artists for our monthly highlight. We are excited about her participation! Thanks Christina!
Sarah Cure, The Huntsville Times
Painting kept award-winning watercolorist Anita Hoodless occupied during her battle with breast cancer in 2007.
To watch the video interview go to:
http://videos.al.com/huntsville-times/2010/10/pink_profile_anita_hoodless.html
As a general rule, it is advised to have your framed artwork inspected every five years. Select a frame shop that is focused on preservation and conservation framing. The professional picture framer will inspect the frame to insure it is structurally sound and check the artwork for environmental damages. This would also be a good time to replace broken glass or change your mat color to accommodate your new décor.
Professional picture framers will:
Check the mat. Look for faded colors or yellow bevel, if present it is most likely a non-conservation mat board with a high acidic level.
Check the art. Look for acid-burns or foxing due to acidic mat and cardboard backing. Also, inspect fading of artwork due to Ultra Violet light exposure. Both problems can cause deterioration of the artwork.
Check the frame: Look for open corners, cracks, chips, and wood splitting around screw eyes. Inspect the hanging wire for unraveling, fraying, or corrosion. If present, the frame may fall off the wall and damage the artwork.
Check the glazing. Look for scratches, chips, or cracks. If broken glass is not replaced, the artwork can easily become damaged by a puncture or scrape. Also, determine if glass causing artwork to fade.
Check the framing package. Look for insects, mildew, mold growth, moisture stains, over exposure to UV light, improper mounting of artwork, cigarette smoke, and inspect back dust cover paper and bumpers for air flow.
By having your artwork periodically checked by experts, preventative measures can be prescribed to insure it remains a treasure for a long time to come.
Art News from Johanna Broad White at The Arts Council:
The Arts Council's Web Launch - Wednesday, October 13 at 10:30 a.m.
We are excited to announce the launch of The Arts Council’s new home on the web, and you’re invited to participate in our Media Event next Wednesday to be among the first to see our new site.
Please view the attached invitation and we hope to see you there!
Celebrating the arts in Huntsville,
Jo
Joanna Broad White
Planning & Production Manager
Art News from Norma Harrison
Meridian Arts is located in Gurley, Alabama, just 15 minutes from downtown Huntsville and 5 minutes from Hampton Cove.
Hours by Appointment Only
1. Ask questions. Any reputable art dealer should "know their stuff" and be happy to share information with you.
2. Buy what you like. Unless you are a collector developng a body of work, your choices should be based on what you will enjoy.
3. When pricing, compare apples with apples. Artwork may look similar, but may actually be different media created in a different way that affects the value, longevity, etc.
4. Read a book or use the internet to learn about different types of art.
5. Go out and see "the real thing." Visit museums, galleries, and attend local art shows for a first hand view of the differences between various types of art.
6. Have it framed properly to preserve the color and value of the art.
Tips for Hanging Pictures
1. Not too high! Think in terms of eye level, so that the eye of the average viewer falls about one-third of the way down from the top of the picture. This will be about 55 to 58" from the floor.
2. Be sure to use hangers that are strong enough to hold the weight of the picture. Two hangers are better than one for large pieces—the weight will be distributed and the picture will be less likely to shift.
3. When hanging a pair or trio of pictures, group them together so they relate to one another instead of appearing to float in a large space on the wall.
4. When hanging a picture wall, create alignments, so the viewer’s eye has lines to follow. These visual lines may be horizontal or vertical. If a picture wall contains many pictures, there may be several of these alignments. Any two frames should have a common line, horizontally or vertically.
5. Two ways to “audition” a picture wall:
a. arrange and rearrange the pictures on a floor until satisfied with the layout before hanging on the wall.
b. make templates by tracing around each frame on a piece of newspaper, cut out and hang the newspaper samples (taped to the wall with small pieces of removable tape) until satisfied with the arrangement.
6. Use two hooks to hang the picture instead of one. Two hooks will keep the picture from tilting forward and shifting from side to side.
7. Avoid hanging valuable art in direct sunlight: excess light can damage many types of artwork. Use framing glass that filters Ultraviolet rays to significantly reduce harm from light exposure.
Conservation Framing Conservation Framing (sometimes called Preservation or Archival Framing) refers to the materials and techniques used by picture framers to frame valued art and objects to the highest standard. From matboards to glass to the paper cover on the back of the frame, today’s framers can provide a variety of specialized products and methods to display art and objects in the best possible environment. As in any skilled craft, each professional framer develops an individual style of Conservation Framing, but there are a few principles generally regarded as standard: What deserves Conservation Framing? Anything being framed that has value to its owner. This might be fine art or investment art, or it may be a family heirloom. It may be a college degree—or it may be a child’s crayon drawing of a sunny day. Conservation Framing helps to preserve the value and condition of the framed art and objects you display in your home or office, and it usually doesn’t cost much more than standard framing. Ask your framer about conservation services any time you have something framed that is valuable to you.
Founded in 1997, National Art & Framing Month is an opportunity to
"Picture the Possibilities" that art and framing can bring to homes,
offices, and public spaces.
The National Art & Framing Month Council helps frame shops and
galleries develop programs and marketing plans to bring awareness to
the value of art and custom framing, especially during the month of
October.
Vivian C. Kistler, director of the Council, believes that individual
businesses can play a key role in generating interest in the arts. "For
the past few decades, budget cuts have forced schools to reduce or even
eliminate art programs. It is now more important than ever for frame
shops and art galleries to help the public understand and enjoy art."
Art has been an important part of human society since the earliest
scrawlings on cave walls, and picture framing preserves and displays
artwork to hang on the walls of homes, offices, and public spaces.
National Art & Framing Month shines a spotlight on this essential
aspect of our culture.
Please visit Huntsville area frame shops and art galleries.
Art news from furniture maker J. Leko:Thought that this might be interesting AND useful:It's about a new company called Square that let's you accept credit cards through your phone. Best if all, it's cheaper than the traditional methods, and has no minima. Just the sort of thing to assist the aspiring artist. :-)J. LekoFurniture Maker, LLC(256) 714-0742
Gökden Alpman Matthews creates ceramic sculptures that build on her strong Turkish heritage as well as her interest in cultures around the world. Her style is a unique blend of Oriental and European design. Gökden’s signature design is the “Kaftan” or “ceremonial robe” of the King and Queen inspired from 700 years of Ottoman Sultan history.
Gökden started sculpting as a child and spent many years in the academic world learning ceramic art, science and history. During this academic period, Gökden worked in a commercial ceramic factory to learn the business side of her art form. She successfully held the position of production manager and later business manager.
Gökden has published many research articles in Antique Décor, Art Décor and Artistic Mosaic magazines. She has won various art competitions and teaches ceramics to local students. Gökden has exhibited her work in galleries in Istanbul and New York. Her sculptures can also be found in numerous private collections throughout Turkey, Europe and the United States.
To view more of Gökden's artwork please visit her website at: www.studiomediterranean.com
Or visit her working studio at Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment on the Third Floor.
Address: 2211 Seminole Dr., Huntsville, AL 35805 Tele: 256.533.0399 www.lowemill.net
