Small Works

The Towles Court Art Association Presents the Third Annual Open Juried Show

Tanya Calhoun is exhibiting A Field of Poppies

www.tanyacalhoun.com

Opening Reception: Friday Nov 18th from 5 – 7 pm

Exhibition: Nov 18th to Dec 10th, 2011

 

 

The Small Works Show takes inspiration from the setting and culture of Sarasota, celebrating all styles and media of art in the community. 

Juror: Joseph Melancon grew up as part of an artistic family in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His art is represented locally by State of the Art Gallery and he also exhibits nationally.  His work has been featured in many publications and he frequently teaches workshops in the Sarasota area.

See the link below for a  Herald-Tribune Arts Sarasota feature article:

www.artssarasota.com

About Towles Court

The Towles Court Art District is one of Sarasota’s oldest and most respected art districts featuring galleries, shops, studios and restaurants.  Located near downtown Sarasota, on Adams Lane between S. Links Ave. & 301- the galleries and shops exhibit work in a wide range of media by local and national artists.  “Coastal Living” magazine named Towles Court a “Top Ten Artist Colony”. It has also received a Mayor’s Citation for “promoting the Arts in Sarasota.”

www.towlescourt.com

1938 Adams Lane,

Sarasota, FL 34236

artsHOP: Island Visions & Celebrar el Sol

November 11th – 25th, 2011

Opening Reception on Friday November 11th, 5pm to 9pm

Island Visions

Judge: Tanya Calhoun

An all media juried exhibit open to area artists featuring views and visions of the island. Part of the annual artsHOP event.

Celebrar el Sol

Area artists explore the views, visions, and celebrate the sun of the island.

Two arts demonstrations, music and information booths will also accompany the opening.

This event is free and opened to the public.

www.islandartleague.org

The Anna Maria Island Art League

5312 Holmes Blvd

Holmes Beach, FL

(941)778-2099

sketches

December 2nd at Anna Maria Island Art League

Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop

Friday December 2nd

from 10 am to 4 pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register click on the Anna Maria Island Art League website link below:

www.islandartleague.org

Anna Maria Island Art League

5312 Holmes Blvd.

Holmes Beach, Florida, 34217

(941) 778-2099 

 

 

November 12th at ArtCenter Manatee

Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop

Saturday, November 12

from 10am-4pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register, click the ArtCenter Manatee link below:

www.artcentermanatee.org

ArtCenter Manatee

209 9th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 746-2862

Hours: Mon,Fri,Sat 9-5; Tue-Thu 9-6

 

Tanya & Leslie Calhoun are currently exhibiting at Art Center Sarasota

Material World

Opening Reception: November 3rd from 5-7pm

Event: November 3 - December 31

Artwork: Queen of Diamonds (reversible design)

www.tanyacalhoun.com

 

www.artsarasota.org

Art Center Sarasota

707 North Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34236

 

 

Material World exemplifies the flourishing visual arts community in Sarasota by featuring the wealth of creative talent from artists who live and work in the Sarasota community and around the state of Florida.  Co-juried by Brian Haverlock and Tom Stephens

Although the history of playing cards can be traced back to the 13th century, the inspiration for my design stems from an idea introduced much later in history.  In the 17th century, “reversible” court cards placed the suit symbol face-up in opposing corners so players would not be tempted to rotate their cards, which often gave a hint of what their hand contained.  However the face cards still contained one sole figure (king, queen, or jack) standing in the middle of the card.  In the 19th century “transformation” cards were created which allowed the image of the court figure to mirror itself.  Our Queen of Diamonds is a “transformation” card, and the diamond shape – a rhombus, an equilateral parallelogram, a shape that mirrors itself – is a natural “transformation” shape, unique amongst the suits.

13th Annual Awards Celebration

Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County

Monday, October 24 · 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

777 N Tamiami Trl

Sarasota, Fl 34236

941-365-5118

These awards, presented each year by the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County, recognize those who have made significant contributions to the arts, and are actively engaged in the cultural life of our community. Past Arts Leadership Award recipients include some of Sarasota County’s most noted leaders in arts and culture.

www.sarasotaarts.org

A Special Thank You to Brittany Norwood for the complimentary invitation, fantastic event!! If you are interested in volunteering for the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota, please contact her at bnorwood@sarasotaarts.org

November 4, 2011 at Englewood Art Center

Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop

Friday, November 4th

from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Instructor: Tanya Calhoun

To register click on the Englewood Art Center website link below:

www.ringling.edu

Englewood Art Center

350 South McCall Road

Englewood, Florida

(941) 474-5548   

2011 Florida Craftsmen Holiday Boutique

Friday, November 4 at 10:00am - December 31 at 5:30pm

Please call about Extended Holiday Hours   (727) 821-7390

Tanya Calhoun is currently exhibiting at the Florida Craftsmen

www.floridacraftsmen.net

www.tanyacalhoun.com

Please join us for a festival Opening Reception filled with holiday music & cheer.  Friday, Nov 4th from 5:30pm – 8:30pm

Florida Craftsmen

501 Central Avenue

St. Petersburg, Florida 33701

 

Buy Florida, Give Florida, By Florida

Expect to be dazzled by an amazing collection of handcrafted one of a kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list…including you! Help your friends and family select just the perfect gift for you by filling out a Florida Craftsmen Wish List which we keep on file.

Studies of Layer & Depth