Wednesday, June 30, 2010

i am a sucker for a good ampersand...

so I am pretty smitten with this post from Friends of Type, one of the most inspiring graphic design blogs I know. So darn pretty.

David Grim's Book of Life Art Exhibit, Panza Gallery July 2010

David Grim Opens Book of Life at Panza Gallery

Pittsburgh, PA: Saturday, July 10th marks the opening reception (6-9PM) for David Grim’s Book of Life at the Panza Gallery (115 Sedgwick Street) in Millvale, PA. This project, containing over 400 ink drawings on phonebook pages, documents over three years of work for the artist. Showing alongside Grim’s installation, virtual personality Merge Divide presents a series of photographs culled from his blog Crown of Appalachia. The exhibit runs July 3 – July 31, 2010

Important dates:

Saturday, July 3- Preview Invitational (6-9PM)

Saturday, July 10- Opening Reception (6-9PM)

Saturday July 17- Artist Talk (1-3PM)

Saturday July 31- Closing Party (6-9PM)

Artist Statements:

David Grim-

Inspired by a childhood escape from religious conversion, The Book of Life presents the opportunity for me to reclaim the act of creation from an externalized “other”. Based on the concept of a holy tome containing the names of all those saved from eternal damnation, this project seeks to render humanity in its purest of form- defenseless and open. The intention of the displayed product is to raise questions regarding authority, transience, privacy, and the relationship between the artist and his subject.

Merge Divide-

Convinced that Pittsburgh is the figurative “Crown” of a vast tract of America marked by the Appalachians, I decided to commemorate my travels throughout the region with an online presence, including words and images. This marks my initial foray into the sense of a partially imaginary place that may indeed exist. I mean to convey the weird netherworld quality of this area in sociological and alchemical terms.

For more information on David Grim and these events,

please call Mark Panza at 412-821-0959 or panzagallery@mac.com.

PANZAgallery. 115 Sedgwick Street. Millvale Pa 15209. 412.821.0959 panzagallery@

mac.com. Wed.Thurs.Fri.10-5 Sat10-3.

115 Sedgwick St Map Info

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The Pittsburgh Art Blog

pittsburgh galleries is reborn anew as The Pittsburgh Art Blog. the blog features selected pittsburgh artists and upcoming exhibits with photos from the artists and galleries. since the major press outlets do not go beyond a directory listing of exhibits, blogs are needed to promote pittsburgh artists and their work. the blog also calls attention to the inferiority complex of pittsburgh art and how it's perpetuated by the major players in town. Started on August 20, 2007.pittsburgh area galleries and art venues are listed at the sister site www.PghGalleries.com.the blog and website are volunteer projects from fine art photographer and pittsburgh art advocate rick byerly, www.RickByerly.com.

flickr photo of the day : let's play.

"Campground" by Lissy Elle.

Jack Weiss and Vanessa German at Mendelson Gallery

found the info here

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The Pittsburgh Art Blog

pittsburgh galleries is reborn anew as The Pittsburgh Art Blog. the blog features selected pittsburgh artists and upcoming exhibits with photos from the artists and galleries. since the major press outlets do not go beyond a directory listing of exhibits, blogs are needed to promote pittsburgh artists and their work. the blog also calls attention to the inferiority complex of pittsburgh art and how it's perpetuated by the major players in town. Started on August 20, 2007.pittsburgh area galleries and art venues are listed at the sister site www.PghGalleries.com.the blog and website are volunteer projects from fine art photographer and pittsburgh art advocate rick byerly, www.RickByerly.com.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

summer colors week : yellows.

Ah, yellow- the most summery of colors, in my opinion, so it's perfect for the second day of Jan's Summer Colors Week. The color of sun and sand and lemonade.

Sources (from top to bottom): Kelly Burgess, Brigitte Sire, Lisa Congdon, Amanda Friedman, and Anna Wolf.

thought of the day : sing.

"Sing Out Loud Every Day," an archival print by Jen Renninger of Please Be Still. ($25)

collections : rather knotty.

It's no secret that I am crazy about nautical-inspired items, and lately it seems to be knots that I am really loving. And this, spotted a couple of days ago, only fueled the fire.

1. Small Rope Magnifier ($16), 2. forget me knot ring ($54), 3. Sailor's Knot Coasters ($16), 4. "anchor home!" woven bag in green ($33.99), 5. Knot Door Stop ($35), 6. Unification Necklace - 2 cord ($120), 7. Overhand Knot Necklace ($69.95), and 8. Printed Ropes Tote ($5.80)

Monday, June 28, 2010

summer colors week : pinks.

Ahh, I am happy to be getting this in before midnight- I feel so terribly untimely lately. Here is my contribution to today's edition (and first day) of Jan's Summer Colours Week. It is always fun to play along- you should join in the fun! (See also: my Spring Color Week posts.)

Sources (from top to bottom): Nicole Hill Gerulat, Grady Mcferrin, Janne Peters, Abby Powell, and Con Poulos.

flickr photo of the day : tattoo.

"Please, Please, Please" by moxiee.

There it is- my new tattoo (number nine). It is in my handwriting and yes, a reference to this song. I'm rather in love with it.

thought of the day : adoration.

"J'adore," a card design, as seen in Clare Owen's Flickr stream.

Oh, what a weekend. We celebrated one of my best friend's birthdays in the best ways- tattoos, a great concert, a trip to the coast with my favorite people, an all-day picnic at one of Portland's best parks, and a slew of photobooth pictures. Let me tell you, it was perfect.

Now onto the week!

Sunday, June 27, 2010

Only this Weekend @ Kiss This

Available all weekend @ Kiss This - http://slurl.com/secondlife/Morden%20Island/64/192/2

cost: OL, male outfit & female outfit (slight changes in the clothing layers), attachments mod/copy/no trans, everything else no trans. Thanks Seph & Mir

SOCKS: *ARAI* Daily socks, http://slurl.com/secondlife/SWITCH/216/165/41

SHOES: Female Designer Shoes found in Inventory library (Inventory- Library- Clothing - Initial Outfits- Female Designer Outfit )

HAIR: L$0 - **Dura-Boy**Free gift, http://slurl.com/secondlife/Bruda%20Plateau/128/32/2, http://mischiefboy.slmame.com/

SKIN: *MY UGLYDOROTHY -Luckyskin(Blacktears), http://slurl.com/secondlife/Turpentine/204/203/501

Turquoise + Red

rings + pendant - from istanbul, necklace - h&m. eardstuds - fleamarket, local shop in bern

I'm into vibrant colored jewelry right now..wish I had some purple stones as well besides turquoise and red ones!

I love how they upgrade simple outfits!

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Unblurred Art Crawl Friday July 2 2010

Unblurred Art Crawl Friday July 2 2010

Schedule here.

Unblurred happens the first Friday of every month (sans January).

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The Pittsburgh Art Blog

pittsburgh galleries is reborn anew as The Pittsburgh Art Blog. the blog features selected pittsburgh artists and upcoming exhibits with photos from the artists and galleries. since the major press outlets do not go beyond a directory listing of exhibits, blogs are needed to promote pittsburgh artists and their work. the blog also calls attention to the inferiority complex of pittsburgh art and how it's perpetuated by the major players in town. Started on August 20, 2007.pittsburgh area galleries and art venues are listed at the sister site www.PghGalleries.com.the blog and website are volunteer projects from fine art photographer and pittsburgh art advocate rick byerly, www.RickByerly.com.

Friday, June 25, 2010

ten images of inspiration : summertime blues.

I'm talking about the good kind. Sandy beaches with the bluest of skies and water, blueberries, swimming pools, etc. The kinds of blues you usually only see this time of year.

Sources (from top to bottom): Mary Robinson, Feaverish Photography, Cig Harvey, Sandra Juto, Tamara Muth King, Monica Elena, Melissa Kaseman, Jen Zahigian, Katie Coleslaw, and Jane Heller.

looking dapper.

If one of my boys was still little enough, I would be itching to buy this Swedish tiny suit. Seriously, does it get any cuter? (33 EUR)

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Summer evenings

Blazer & Trousers: Zara
Silk blouse: secondhand

Bracelet: secondhand
Nail polish: Chanel 527 "Nouvelle Vague"

Left: Pieces Right: from a shop in Korea

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Mary Culbertson Stark and Randie Snow…Mirror Play

“Mary Culbertson Stark and Randie Snow…Mirror Play”

June 18, 2010 thru July 24, 2010

AAP CENTENNIAL EXHIBIT

Mary Culbertson-Stark: painting Randie Snow: mixed media

FirstFriday ArtWalk…July 2, 2010 5:30-8:30 pm

GALLERIE CHIZ
5831 Ellsworth Avenue, Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Hours: Tue – Fri 11-5:30 • Sat 11-5 • closed Sun, Mon. or by appointment; 412.441.6005

image above from Randie Snow's assemblage "Alice"

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The Pittsburgh Art Blog

pittsburgh galleries is reborn anew as The Pittsburgh Art Blog. the blog features selected pittsburgh artists and upcoming exhibits with photos from the artists and galleries. since the major press outlets do not go beyond a directory listing of exhibits, blogs are needed to promote pittsburgh artists and their work. the blog also calls attention to the inferiority complex of pittsburgh art and how it's perpetuated by the major players in town. Started on August 20, 2007.pittsburgh area galleries and art venues are listed at the sister site www.PghGalleries.com.the blog and website are volunteer projects from fine art photographer and pittsburgh art advocate rick byerly, www.RickByerly.com.

flickr photo of the day : those eyelashes.

Untitled by ikebana.

oh, orla kiely...

why must your multi button leather handbag be so darn expensive? It's love at first sight. ($600)

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Call for Artists: Made in Lawrenceville

(You May be Surprised to Know)

CONTACT:
Joy Borelli-Edwards
be galleries
P: 412.687.2606
begalleries@mac.com

June 22, 2010 - Artists of any medium who live and/or work in Lawrenceville are invited to submit artwork for an upcoming exhibition at be Galleries in Lawrenceville. The show, tentatively titled Made in Lawrenceville (You May be Surprised to Know) will open on July 10th and will run through July 31st. A wide range of art, materials, handmade goods, and other items fabricated in Lawrenceville will be highlighted. The show will seek to cover a variety of artistic mediums as far-ranging as fashion and textile design, soap-making, clay, printmaking, as well as more traditional painting and sculpture. The materials portion of the show will be curated by Janice Donatelli of Artemis Environmental and the art portion will be curated by gallery owner Joy Borelli-Edwards.

Interested Lawrenceville artists may bring up to three pieces of work to be Galleries (3583 Butler Street) on Friday, June 25th between 11am-6pm to be considered for the show. All works must be priced for possible sale and the gallery takes a commission on all works sold. Contact Joy Borelli-Edwards,begalleries@mac.com or 412.687.2606 with questions.

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shirt and necklace - h&m, blazer - zara, bag - from a local shop in korea, flats - navyboot, jeans - tally weijl

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thought of the day : life.

"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone," a quotation by Neale Donald Walsch, designed/printed by the folks at Quotable. Quite true indeed.

Another kind of craving

“When you're young, your whole life is about the pursuit of fun. Then, you grow up and learn to be cautious. You could break a bone or a heart. You look before you leap and sometimes you don't leap at all because there's not always someone there to catch you. And in life, there's no safety net. When did it stop being fun and start being scary?”

Yesterday I didn't worry about the scary part of turning 24 but was rather up to have some fun with my closest girlfriends. This post is dedicated to all of them to say thank you for always being there for me and to my parents for their amazing birthday present! Now that I know they're reading my blog they deserve a special mention! ^^ Sizi cok seviyorum! <3 href="http://www.all-about-cupcakes.com/red-velvet-cupcakes.html"> here's the recipe I used.

collections : like candy.

As much as I love them madly in black & white, this summer I think I am going to adopt the colored stripes. Their cheeriness is too hard to resist.

1. Couristan Oasis Rainbow/Multi Color Contemporary Striped Rug ($99-$1,199), 2. Rainbow Striped Jumper (£15), 3. sant elmo stripe large manuela ($135), 4. Cocktail Napkins, Striped Fun ($1.80), 5. Striped Spectrum Journal ($28), 6. Candy Stripe Serving Set ($16), 7. Multi Deckchair Stripe Waisted Dress ($179), and 8. Ipod/Cell Case ($12)

Monday, June 21, 2010

interior inspiration : good lighting.

When my husband and I found our house four years ago, one of the major selling points of it was its great lighting- it sits on a corner, so there is light coming in all over through big old-fashioned windows. Now that it's finally summer again, I cannot wait to let the sunshine in and curl up like a cat in its warm beams.

Sources (from top to bottom): Pia Ulin, Mindre, jj Locations, Johnny Miller, LivingEtc, Design*Sponge: Nina Gotlieb, Atlanta Bartlett, Melissa Kaseman, jj Locations, Adrian Briscoe, and Rachael Smith.