The Big Show 2009 Awards Announcement

For the complete press release and links to high resolution images, please visit:http://www.lawndaleartcenter.org/pressHouston, TX - Lawndale Art Center is pleased to announce The Big Show 2009award winners. The Big Show 2009 award winners selected by guest juror, Laura Fried, Assistant Curator for the Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, were announced at the opening reception on July 10, 2009. Laura considered the 3 award winners equally, and in lieu of awarding 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards, decided to split to total award amount evenly between three recipients.
A total of 95 works by 65 artists were selected for the exhibition from 994 works submitted by 409 artists. Artists selected for the exhibition include:
John Adelman, David Ancira, Michael Arcieri, Lori Avramis, Heather Bause, Mack Bishop 3rd, James Burns, Douglas Cason, Federico Cavazos & Sarah Jones, David Cobb, Chris Comperry, Shannon Crider, Anne Delpine, Ben Tecumseh DeSoto, Nathaniel Donnett, Jane Eifler, Xenia Fedorchenko, Orna Feinstein, Jed Foronda, Frank Fuzzy, Jesus Galvan, James Glassman, David P. Gray, Buster Graybill, Jasmyne Graybill, Chris Dethloff Greene, Natasha Hakala, Maria Cristina Jadick, Jason Kishell, Trish Klenow, Mindy Kober, Stephen Kwok, Julian Joseph Kyle, Larry Larrinaga, Cody Ledvina, Anna Lide, M. E. Buddy Marrs, Michael Meazell, Donna M. Meeks, Rahul Mitra, Christian R. Mora, Jessica Ninci, Jim Nolan, Emily Peacock, Donna Perkins, Kevin Peterson, Page Piland, Julon Pinkston, Tim Robtoy, Allan Rodewald, John Runnels, Stephen Ruth, Lynne Rutzky, Kay Sarver, Sarah Schellenberg, Tra Slaughter, Dirk Strangely, Kamila Szczesna, Tala Vahabzadeh, Rebecca Villarreal, Lillian Warren, William Witte, Catherine Zaras, Zepeda.
Three $1,000 cash award were awarded to:Buster Graybill, Maria Cristina Jadick, and M.E. Buddy Marrs
THE BIG SLIDE SHOWWednesday, July 29, 2009Thursday, July 30, 20096-8 PM
Join us at Lawndale Art Center as some of the Big Show Artists participate in two nights of short, informal slide presentations of their work.
For additional information, please contact:Dennis Nance713.528.5858

Cinema Arts Festival Houston debuts November 2009

Houston Cinema Arts Society presents the only U.S. Festival centering on films by and about artists.

What: The Houston Cinema Arts Society (HCAS) presents its first full-fledged Cinema Arts Festival Houston. The non-profit organization will collaborate with Houston museums, art centers, theaters and cultural organizations to present a truly unique film festival that showcases new films by and about artists working in the visual, performing and literary arts.

The Festival will surround its theatrical screenings with live music and film performances, outdoor projections, media installations and more. Among the highlights of the program will be the premiere of Laura Harrison's documentary "Ant Farm 1969 - 1971: Early Underground Adventures with Space, Land and Time," accompanied by artworks inspired by Ant Farm and created by University of Houston architecture and media art students.

In addition, Festival organizers are planning a special silent film screening accompanied by music written and performed by Houston school children.

The full Festival program will be announced in September, 2009.

Why: The Festival celebrates the vitality and diversity of Houston and enriches the city's film and arts environment. Through its focus on multimedia artworks and films by and about artists, the Festival aims to broaden the public's understanding and appreciation of contemporary cinema and its indelible ties to the creative arts.

When: November 11 - 15, 2009

Where: Multiple locations throughout Houston, including: Angelika Film Center; Miller Outdoor Theatre; Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; Rice Media Center; University of Houston; Warehouse Live; and more.

For More Info: Web site: www.cinemartsociety.org

Houston Center for Photography Executive Director & Curator Steps Aside

HOUSTON, TX - Executive Director & Curator Madeline Yale submitted her resignation to Houston Center for Photography's Board President Patricia Eifel last week. This fall, Madeline will be leaving HCP and Houston to pursue personal goals in London and Dubai; in her new home, she intends to pursue an advanced degree in photographic studies, teach, and continue her curatorial work. Her last day at HCP will be September 10, 2009, following the opening of Artist as Performer, one of the many exhibitions Madeline has organized in consultation with HCP's exhibitions committee. Madeline will remain involved with the organization in an advisory capacity.

"This decision was very difficult to make, as I enjoy my role and responsibilities at HCP, working closely with the Board and staff to sculpt and implement our vision for the organization," Madeline Yale said. "Since I first took on the role of Director and Curator in the fall of 2006, HCP has undergone some wonderful changes; membership has grown by 127%, our budget has increased by 30%, and our new Learning Center is going strong, accounting 20% of the organization's annual income. I am certain that HCP’s future leaders will continue this legacy of growth. The organization is poised to reach new heights, and I look forward to following its progress and maintaining close ties."

“HCP has been extremely fortunate to have Madeline at the helm during a critical period of institutional growth and development,” say Board President, Patricia Eifel. “Madeline’s energy, dedication, and creativity, her knowledge of contemporary photographic trends and her charismatic personality have helped to transform HCP into the dynamic organization that it is today. The influence of her contributions will continue to be felt long after she moves on to the next phase of her career. Everyone on the Board and in HCP’s family wish her the very best.”

HCP is launching a search for a new Executive Director immediately. Details about the position and information about applying is available on HCP's web site at www.hcponline.org. The position is open until filled.

About Houston Center for Photography
HCP's mission is to increase society's understanding and appreciation of photography and its evolving role in contemporary culture. HCP strives to encourage artists, build audiences, stimulate dialogue, and promote inquiry about photography and related media through education, exhibitions, publications, fellowship programs, and community collaboration. HCP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving as a resource to its members and the community with programs that have regional and national impact.

Houston Center for Photography is supported by its members and, in part, by Houston Endowment Inc.; City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance; The Brown Foundation, Inc.; Drs. Patricia Eifel and James Belli; Anonymous; Texas Commission on the Arts; Cemo Family Foundation; Eleanor and Frank Freed Foundation; Baylee and Kal; James Edward Maloney; Clayton Dabney Foundation; Southern Union Company; Art Colony Association; Marty Carden; Joan Morgenstern; Tres Basse; Antonio Manega, Gazer Design Group; SINAPPS; QUE Imaging.

HCP is located at 1441 West Alabama in the Museum District of Houston. Gallery hours are: Wednesdays & Fridays, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturdays & Sundays, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, please call 713-529-4755 or visit www.hcponline.org.

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Hope Stone Proudly Announces Two Super Cool Teachers

Hope Center hits the jackpot with Houston Ballet's principal dancer Mimi Hassenboehler joining us for the next three Monday mornings -July 13, 20, 27, 9:30-11:15 a.m. for professional/adv ballet class, and all summer long on Thursday's 9:30-11 a.m. with former Houston Ballet's principal dancer Dawn Scannell.

You will be happy to pointe your toes with these fabulous, amazing, wonderful ladies. Mmmmmmm, it is fantastic news!!! Welcome Dawn & Mimi!!!

Hope Stone Proudly Announces Two Super Cool Teachers

Hope Center hits the jackpot with Houston Ballet's principal dancer Mimi Hassenboehler joining us for the next three Monday mornings -July 13, 20, 27, 9:30-11:15 a.m. for professional/adv ballet class, and all summer long on Thursday's 9:30-11 a.m. with former Houston Ballet's principal dancer Dawn Scannell.

You will be happy to pointe your toes with these fabulous, amazing, wonderful ladies. Mmmmmmm, it is fantastic news!!! Welcome Dawn & Mimi!!!

Dream the Future! A FREE Workshop for Parents and Children (ages 5 to 11)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: JILL NEPOMNICK or LINDA PHENIX at 713-523-9530
Registration (required) by phone: Call Jill at 713-523-9530

Dream the Future!
A FREE Workshop for Parents and Children (ages 5 to 11)
This workshop requires a parent to attend with their children, and there is a limit of four attendees per family.

Date and Time: Saturday, July 25, 2009; 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon
(Please note that once instruction begins at 10:00 am, no latecomers can be admitted. Check-in is between 9:30 and 10:00 at which time a continental breakfast will be served.)

Location: The Art League Houston House located adjacent to Art League Houston. Please note that Art League Houston is located at 1953 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX 77009. The ALH House is located at 1003 Bomar. Parking is available in the ALH parking lot. Participants are strongly advised NOT TO PARK in the Texas Art Supply parking lot.

The Dream the Future! workshop is part of Art League Houston's ArtBound! project, sponsored by Target. Artbound! workshops promote family literacy and encourage family interaction through the arts. They are taught by professional artists with activities that can be easily replicated at home.

About the Dream the Future Workshop:
Art League Houston and Target are pleased to present Dream the Future!, an ArtBound! workshop led by artist and educator Angela Cook. The workshop is for parents and children (ages five to eleven) and will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2009, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

The workshop is free, but due to limited space, reservations are required and can be made by calling Art League Houston at 713-523-9530.

Artist/Educator Angela Cook will facilitate the workshop which will have families creating sculpture from everyday objects. All supplies will be provided. The sculptures created during the workshop can also serve as prototypes for things we will need in the future.

This workshop is in conjunction with Detritus, an exhibition of paintings and sculptures, which will be on view at Art League Houston from July 17 to August 28, 2009. Painter Angela Berloian joins forces with Jessica Moon Bernstein, a sculptor who makes use of the detritus of others to create art.

Dream the Future! Workshop Schedule: 9:30 am to 10:00 am: registration, continental breakfast, an coloring activity 10 am - Noon: Art Workshop - Due to the nature of the workshop, once instruction begins at 10:00 am, no latecomers can be admitted.

Please note that Art League Houston maintains that creativity at its best takes time, therefore Artbound! workshops are designed to give families an experience that runs counter to fast-paced activities.

About the Workshop Facilitator:
Angela Cook, born and raised in Houston, has been making art since childhood. She studied painting in Florence, Italy and in 2006, she graduated with a degree in art education and a minor in art history from the University of Texas. She was an elementary art teacher for the Spring Branch Independent School District for several years. She currently free lances as an art educator and consultant so she can spend more time with her infant son.

About Art League Houston:
Art League Houston is one of Houston's longest operating non-profit visual arts organizations and was the first alternative art space in Texas. Founded in 1948 and incorporated as a non-profit in 1953, Art League Houston was created to promote the public appreciation of and interest in the visual arts. During the past sixty one years, Art League Houston (ALH) has presented over 770 exhibitions to the Houston community, showcasing the work of over 22,000 artists. Over 30,000 students have received instruction at the Art League School. ALH also conducts outreach programming for individuals living with serious illness and disability, students at the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, and low-income youth in Houston schools, and families.

About Target:

From national partnerships to local initiatives to its own programs, Target is committed to making our communities better places to live. Since its inception, Target has given 5% of pretax dollars to good causes. It's a tradition started by its founder George D. Dayton. Today, Target gives more than $3 million every week to support education, the arts, social services and volunteerism.

Contact Us:

Art League Houston
1953 Montrose Blvd
Houston, Texas 77006
713.523.9530
alh@artleaguehouston.org
www.artleaguehouston.org

The top...the pinnacle of success..."The Third Level".

For immediate Release
Terrence Boggs
281-250-4889

Work of 40 artists on view in group show at Elder Street Gallery on Saturday, July 11 The top...the pinnacle of success..."The Third Level"..... To acknowledge the excellence and superb talent of Houston's diverse art communities, Elder Street Gallery will present "The Third Level" exhibition on Saturday, July 11, from 5-10 p.m. Forty artists were invited to participate in this one-week show on view through Saturday, July 18.

Participating artists include: Sharon Kopriva, Bert Long, Charles Criner, Navid Ghedami, Kevin Peterson, Keith J. R. Hollingsworth, Jeanette Chinelli and many more.

Open to the public, "The Third Level" exhibition is free of charge, as are libations, food and parking.
For more information on "The Third Level" show at Elder Street Gallery, visit the Web site at http://www.elderstreetartist.com/ or contact Terrence Boggs at (281) 250-4889 or via e-mail at elderstreetgallery@gmail.com. Elder Street Gallery is located at 1101 Elder Street, (down Dart Street off Houston Ave.) in the Inner Corridor, near I-45 and I-10.