Salem-News.com News Feed for articles tagged with arts www.salem-news.com 2010 Look closely at Seattle artist Randy Hayes’ painting and you wont find a typical canvas. What you will find is an assemblage of photographs that intriguingly float just below the surface. http://salem-news.com/articles/may182012/randy-hayes.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may182012/randy-hayes.php Fri, 18 May 2012 02:07:00 PDT I am hosting a Hump Day Community Forum which is for all artists, all performers and all creative grassroots entrepreneurs. In this community forum I will present the idea of a new event called "Hump Day." Where the goal is to preserve and protect the opportunities we have; while improving the quality of those opportunities and making more available. http://salem-news.com/articles/may142012/hump-day.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may142012/hump-day.php Mon, 14 May 2012 18:40:00 PDT Al Jazeera's Bahrain: Shouting in the Dark has earned the channel a nomination for Current Affairs in this year's Bafta TV Awards. It's competing against Jon Snow's film, Sri Lanka's Killing Fields, for Channel 4 and two editions of Panorama on BBC1: The Truth about Adoption and Undercover Care: The Abuse Exposed. http://salem-news.com/articles/april302012/bafta-tv-awards.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april302012/bafta-tv-awards.php Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:48:00 PDT Roma Tearne is currently working on a short film, Letter from Urbino, to be shown at the National Gallery, London, on June 15th. The film is based on an idea taken from her latest novel, 'The Road To Urbino', that was then developed into an independent narrative. http://salem-news.com/articles/april182012/letter-from-urbino-rt.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april182012/letter-from-urbino-rt.php Wed, 18 Apr 2012 02:18:00 PDT The Bee Regal Gallery showcasing the finest original paintings, sculptures, museum quality print reproductions and collectibles is opening its doors to the public on April 6, 2012. Located in the chic Santa Ana Arts District, the Bee Regal Gallery is inside the famed Santora Building of the Arts, one of the grandest sights in downtown Santa Ana, California. http://salem-news.com/articles/april062012/bee-regal.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april062012/bee-regal.php Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:01:00 PDT Majestic Education will present A Thousand Cranes on Friday, February 3rd at 10:00am & 1:00 p.m. for students, and on Saturday, February 4th at 3:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Tickets for Students and Seniors are $5.00, and $7 for Adults. The Majestic Theatre is located in the heart of downtown Corvallis at 115 SW 2nd Street between Monroe and Madison. There is abundant free public parking and numerous bars and restaurants to enjoy before and after the show. http://salem-news.com/articles/november292011/thousand-cranes.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november292011/thousand-cranes.php Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:24:00 PST The Guinness Book of World Records is being challenged with the efforts of a determined Iranian journalist. A new rival is slated to take the place of Guinness World Records in the near future. Sayyed Mortaza Mirseradji, Iranian researcher, journalist and essayist has registered a plan in the Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance to publish a book containing cultural, spiritual and moral records called "Al-Khayrat." http://salem-news.com/articles/october092011/iranian-record-kz.php http://salem-news.com/articles/october092011/iranian-record-kz.php Sun, 09 Oct 2011 19:59:00 PDT To better understand my view, either put Pink Floyd’s “MONEY” (DARK SIDE OF THE MOON 1973) on while reading this or go to the link below and listen while reading it. Who knows, might help but then again maybe you’ll just get morose and ask yourself: “WTF, why am I browsing for more bad news on the web?” Whatever. Color me comfortably numb. http://salem-news.com/articles/october092011/fixing-stupid-rb.php http://salem-news.com/articles/october092011/fixing-stupid-rb.php Sun, 09 Oct 2011 16:19:00 PDT An exhibit of Palestinian children’s paintings (“A child’s view from Gaza”) was scheduled to open tomorrow (Sept. 24) from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Museum of Children’s Art in Oakland, CA. The paintings were done after the Israeli military assault on Gaza in 2008/2009 which killed 1400 Palestinians including 300 children. So they depicted some of what the children had seen. http://salem-news.com/articles/september232011/oakland-gaza.php http://salem-news.com/articles/september232011/oakland-gaza.php Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:35:00 PDT There are only a few people I have had the pleasure of meeting who could create images like those that accompany this poem. We are pleased to bring a snapshot of these beautiful works from Brigitte O'Dowd, daughter of Salem-News.com writer Robert O'Dowd, who along with other members of our team, has worked tirelessly to educate Marines and Marine Veterans about the hazards they face from military base contamination which is a massive problem that potentially affects millions who served. http://salem-news.com/articles/september122011/brigittes-paintings-le.php http://salem-news.com/articles/september122011/brigittes-paintings-le.php Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:45:00 PDT Fans of old movies will probably be familiar with the films of Glenn Ford, including such classics as Gilda, Blackboard Jungle, Courtship of Eddie’s Father, Teahouse of the August Moon, and Fastest Gun Alive. Oddly enough, though he appeared in around 100 feature films, there has never been a biography on Ford ... until now. Ford’s son, Peter, recently authored "Glenn Ford: A Life" published by the University of Wisconsin Press. http://salem-news.com/articles/august292011/glenn-ford-nt.php http://salem-news.com/articles/august292011/glenn-ford-nt.php Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:09:00 PDT A rare evening with Los Angeles based artist Victor Raphael, his art videos, and other art-related documentaries. In an informal conversation with the audience and museum staff members, the artist discusses the creative process of these distinct videos. Filmed at locations spanning the world, titles to be shown include but are not limited to his Japanese travelogue Travels in the Floating World, A Call to Prayer (shot on location in Istanbul's largest synagogue), and Raphael's homage to natural beauty entitled A Visit to the Hubbard Glacier. http://salem-news.com/articles/july282011/victor-raphael.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july282011/victor-raphael.php Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:57:00 PDT Windows Studio in Gaza announces the opening of the new exhibition titled: Besieged Letters……and Faces. It begins Monday 18th July 2011, 6:30 p.m. at Windows Studio Department of Art, located in the General Union of Cultural Centers Abu Hsirah St. This is behind the Al Shifa Hospital in Gaza. http://salem-news.com/articles/july162011/shareef-display.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july162011/shareef-display.php Sat, 16 Jul 2011 19:16:00 PDT The University of Texas (UT) system is suing the American actor Ryan O’Neal for possession of an irreplaceable portrait the renowned artist Andy Warhol created of the late actress Farrah Fawcett. Filed on July 8 in United States District Court, Central District of California, the university regents alleged that through a living trust, Fawcett bequeathed her entire collection of art to the University of Texas at Austin, her alma mater. http://salem-news.com/articles/july152011/farah-portrait-cr.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july152011/farah-portrait-cr.php Fri, 15 Jul 2011 14:50:00 PDT Greg Mortenson, the controversial author of “Three Cups of Tea” was once scheduled to appear at the 2011 Mountainfilm but now is missing from the roster of announced speakers. Filmmaker Tom Shadyac and activist Tim Dechristopher are two of the better known confirmed speakers among at least a dozen high profile experts discussing the twin topics of “Awareness into Action” and “Image into Action.” http://salem-news.com/articles/may132011/telluride-fest.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may132011/telluride-fest.php Fri, 13 May 2011 00:18:00 PDT The sixth annual Albany Teen Art Show is on display at Albany City Hall through May, and a public reception to honor the work of 125 Albany-area teens will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011. The reception will be in the Great Hall at City Hall, 333 Broadalbin St. SW., and is open to the public, artists and their friends and family. http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/albany-teen-art-show.php http://salem-news.com/articles/may032011/albany-teen-art-show.php Tue, 03 May 2011 18:19:00 PDT It is well over "fourscore and seven years ago" since Abe Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address to pay homage to Union troops who died in the Civil War. Yet the spirit of Peace has been revived here in Salem and will be celebrated on his birthday, February 12. http://salem-news.com/articles/january192011/salem-poetry-blc.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january192011/salem-poetry-blc.php Wed, 19 Jan 2011 23:38:00 PST The “News” Editor of the Salem News, Tim King, has decided to defend his errant writer and her less than stellar reporting skills in a response to Craig Dershowitz’ Open Letter to Belen Fernandez. By way of justification, Tim explains that Belen is “tongue-in-cheek” which seems to equate to “foot-in-mouth.” But, he vehemently protests, she is also “ever so smart.” Mr. Dershowitz never called her intellect into question. http://salem-news.com/articles/january092011/israel-artists-2.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january092011/israel-artists-2.php Sun, 09 Jan 2011 02:24:00 PST The Oregon Arts Commission announces 13 recipients of its 2011 Individual Fellowships, awarded to performers and writers of exceptional talent and demonstrated ability, professional achievement and continuing dedication to an artistic discipline. Peer-review panels of artists and arts professionals from across Oregon recommended the recipients to the Arts Commission. http://salem-news.com/articles/december152010/oregon-arts-grants.php http://salem-news.com/articles/december152010/oregon-arts-grants.php Wed, 15 Dec 2010 18:50:00 PST An Oregon family tradition continues through December 23rd at the state Capitol. Choirs from schools throughout Oregon are appearing in the Rotunda, where the acoustics are especially unique for the unforgettable performances. http://salem-news.com/articles/december122010/oregon-capitol_choirs_bk.php http://salem-news.com/articles/december122010/oregon-capitol_choirs_bk.php Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:22:00 PST Some film and video enthusiasts have been accused of letting their passions go to their head. But their fanaticism pales when compared to New York University assistant-professor Wafaa Bilal. The photography expert intends to have a camera implanted in the back of his head. http://salem-news.com/articles/november172010/head-cam-ta.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november172010/head-cam-ta.php Wed, 17 Nov 2010 18:26:00 PST Seventeen people have been charged in the US with the theft of $42m of Holocaust compensation funds provided by the German government. US Attorney Preet Bharara said ‘we are dealing here with “thousands of false applications.” http://salem-news.com/articles/november102010/shoa-business-ga.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november102010/shoa-business-ga.php Wed, 10 Nov 2010 18:55:00 PST The Oregon Cultural Trust announces the publication of its Fiscal Year 2010 annual report. The report details the Trust's finances, programs and donors. It includes profiles of funded projects at Fishtrap, Oregon Caves Chateau and Portland Opera. The Trust's annual reports, from FY2003, are available at www.culturaltrust.org or by request from cultural.trust@state.or.us or 503-986-0088. http://salem-news.com/articles/november042010/oregon-cultural-trust.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november042010/oregon-cultural-trust.php Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:19:00 PDT Governor Ted Kulongoski has appointed Josie Mendoza of Lake Oswego and Roger Hull of Salem to the Oregon Arts Commission. http://salem-news.com/articles/november022010/governor-arts-commission.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november022010/governor-arts-commission.php Tue, 02 Nov 2010 22:21:00 PDT Lawrence Gallery Salishan in Gleneden Beach (The Shops at Salishan Resort) will host receptions for artists Korey Gulbrandson and Jeff Butler http://salem-news.com/articles/november012010/gleneden-beach-receptions.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november012010/gleneden-beach-receptions.php Mon, 01 Nov 2010 22:40:00 PDT It comes as somewhat of a surprise that the Nov. 5 release of the Turkish film “New York’ta Beş Minare”—“Five Minarets in New York”—has not prompted any warnings on Twitter by Sarah Palin. Warnings about how five minarets cause even more unnecessary heart-stabbing pain throughout the heartland than does a Ground Zero mosque that is neither a mosque nor located at Ground Zero. http://salem-news.com/articles/november012010/palin-minarets-bf.php http://salem-news.com/articles/november012010/palin-minarets-bf.php Mon, 01 Nov 2010 21:14:00 PDT On our recent trip to Copenhagen, we visited the National Gallery of Denmark (Statens Museum for Kunst) for the first public showing of Bob Dylan's "The Brazil Series." It includes 40 acrylic paintings and eight drawings he created during the period 2009-10. http://salem-news.com/articles/october312010/dylan-brazil-series-rs.php http://salem-news.com/articles/october312010/dylan-brazil-series-rs.php Sun, 31 Oct 2010 18:22:00 PDT The Oregon Arts Commission announces 10 awards totaling $13,623 in the competitive Career Opportunity grant program. These awards provide support to individual artists who seek to take advantage of important opportunities to advance their careers through the development of artistic, business or professional skills. These may include exhibits in national and international venues, participation in conferences or workshops to expand their knowledge base. Christine D'Arcy, the Arts Commission's executive director, observes "This investment in Oregon's artists helps stimulate creative activity throughout the state, and it's important to maintaining artists' creative small businesses. Many of the projects funded in this round will promote the work of Oregon artists around the world." http://salem-news.com/articles/october132010/oregon-arts-awards.php http://salem-news.com/articles/october132010/oregon-arts-awards.php Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:18:00 PDT Salem's desire to reestablish its image based on its name derivation from the word for Peace came a few steps closer to reality this week with the unveiling of a project to create a mosaic mural for peace in its busy downtown area. The selected site in the north side of the Ike Box coffeehouse, once a mortunary, but since converted into a youth venue for music and socialization. http://salem-news.com/articles/june172010/salem-mural-lc.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june172010/salem-mural-lc.php Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:36:00 PDT You are cordially invited to attend the Gaza's First International Festival for Video Art 2010 Saturday, June 19th 2010 at 7:00 pm, Studio, Victor Hugo St. Remal, Gaza. Like other recent cultural events in Gaza, this is a fantastic opportunity to see the art that emerges from the midst of tragedy. Many artists' work will be included. http://salem-news.com/articles/june172010/gaza-videofest-ss.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june172010/gaza-videofest-ss.php Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:36:00 PDT