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| February 10 to May 25, 2008 |
The Dallas Museum of will host the largest and most comprehensive retrospective ever presented in the United States of the career of J. M. W. TURNER, one of the greatest landscape painters in the history of art, from Sunday, February 10 to Sunday, May 18, 2008 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 1717 North Harowood, Dallas. |
Joseph Mallord William Turner was born the son of a barber in Covent Garden, London. He worked as an assistant to an architect and studied at the Royal Academy Schools. J. M. W. Turner will consist of approximately 140 works, divided almost evenly between oils and works on paper, and will include masterworks representing his extensive range of subjects—seascapes, topographical views, historical events, mythology, modern life, and scenes from his own fertile imagination. Many of these works have never been shown in the United States. Tickets: free for DMA members, $18 adults, $16 seniors, $14 students, $8 children 6 to 12. For information: www.dallasmuseumofart.org or 214-922-1200 |
| February 16 to June 15, 2008 |
The Crow Collection of Asian Art is currently exhibiting "The CARU Collection of Chinese Snuff Bottles, Part III" from Saturday, February 16, 2008 through Sunday, June 15, 2008 on Tuesdays to Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 2010 Flora Street, Dallas. |
This exhibition will showcase masterfully inside-painted snuff bottles by major artists of various schools from the late 19th to the early 20th centuries. With a history tracing back to the Jiaqing reign (1796-1820), this group of bottles represent the zenith of inside-painted snuff bottles development. Each bottle is an impeccable combination of glass making, crystal carving with Chinese ink painting and calligraphy. The bottles are decorated with subjects such as landscape, figures, still life, birds and flowers. Admission is free. For information: 214- 979-6430 or www.crowcollection.org |
| March 8 to May 22, 2008 |
Valley House Gallery is pleased to present TRACY HICKS and his installation: GLOBAL WARMING from Saturday, March 8 to Thursday, May 22, 2008 on Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 6616 Spring Valley Road, Dallas. |
Tracy Hicks’ installation at Valley House Gallery combines art with science vessels to explore the issue of global warming. A key element of Hick’s work lies in the creation and interpretation of collections. His global warming installation resembles a fragile curiosity cabinet creating a luminous environment in the center of the gallery. Nearly 50 sculptural objects are placed in the “cabinet” to observe and interpret. Admission is free. For information: www.valleyhouse.com or 972-239-2441
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| March 30 to June 22, 2008 |
The Meadows Museum at Southern Methodist University proudly presents "Fernando Gallego and His Workshop: The Altarpiece from Ciudad Rodrigo, Paintings from the Collection of the University of Arizona Art Museum" on exhibit from Sunday, March 30 to Sunday, June 22, 2008 on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursdays fomr 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and on Sundays from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at 5900 Bishop Blvd., Southern Methodist University, Dallas. |
The Meadows Museum, in collaboration with the University of Arizona Museum of Art in Tucson and the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, is organizing an exhibition focusing on 27 of the largest, most beautiful and iconographically ambitious panel paintings made in 15th-century Castile. Each was executed in the last decade of the century in Salamanca in the workshops led by Fernando Gallego (c.1440-1507) and his associate, the painter known as Maestro Bartolome. Tickets: $8 general admission, free for children and members. For information: 214-768-2516 or www.MeadowsMuseumDallas.org |
| April 5 to May 17, 2008 |
Haley-Henman Gallery is pleased to announce the upcoming exhibition BEGINNINGS from Saturday, April 5, 2008 through Saturday, May 17, 2008 on Wednesday through Saturday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. at 2335 Hardwick Street, Fort Worth. |
The show is a visual journey of beginnings, life cycles, and rebirths that is created by the conceptual paintings of Elizabeth B. Mahy, the abstract stone sculptures of Eliseo, and the mixed media sewn collages of Joshua Stone. A tribute to Mahy’s mentor and teacher, Richard Fox, and her student, Sterling Chambers will be given at the opening and a selection of their work will also be displayed. For information: 214.749.1277 or www.haleyhenman.com |
| April 10 to May 25, 2008 |
The Dallas Handweavers and Spinners Guild will present its biennial juried show, titled "Turn, Turn, Turn, A Time to Spin, a Time to Weave," from Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, May 25, 2008 at the J. Erik Jonsson Library, the main branch of the Dallas Public Library, at 1515 Young Street, Dallas. An opening reception will be held on April 10, 2008, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
The show features a variety of media and techniques, focusing on fine hand-crafted yarns, fabrics, garments, and textile art. The entries in the show represent the best work of Handweavers in North Texas, as well as long-distance entries from around the country. The show is free of charge. For information: www.dallasweavers.org or 972-839-8604
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| April 12 to June 29, 2008 |
Arlington Museum of Art presents their Spring Exhibition "ARLINGTON COLLECTS" from Saturday, April 12 to Sunday, June 29, 2008 on Wednesday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Sundays from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at 201 West Main Street, Arlington. |
Get to know Arlington, its leaders and your neighbors though "Arlington Collects," a masterful collecton of extraordinary artwork. From Historic to Contemporary, the collections contain a broad array of paintings, prints, furniture including French Lithographs from the 18th century, ornaments and furniture from China before the Boxer Rebellion and paintings from the early to mid-1900's from the "Taos Founders and Santa Fe Art Colony." Tickets: $3 age 18 or over, free under 18 and for members. For information: www.arlingtonmuseum.org or 817-275-4600 |
| April 19 to June 22, 2008 |
The Crow Collection of Asian Art is currently exhibiting "Texas Collects Asia: India and Southeast Asia" from Saturday, April 19, 2008 through Sunday, June 22, 2008 on Tuesdays to Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 2010 Flora Street, Dallas. |
This exhibition will feature over sixty works of art from the 12th century onward and explores the vibrant and complicated religious system in Indian and other Southeast Asian countries. Through the highly dramatic votive sculptures and paintings, the visitor will have the possibility of experiencing the sacred events and mythology of ancient India and Southeast Asia. The artworks are selected from six private collections and two museums in Texas. They illustrate the iconographical and stylistic diversity encompassing Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Admission is free. For information: 214- 979-6430 or www.crowcollection.org
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| April 20 to May 25, 2008 |
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents FOCUS: Kehinde Wiley from Sunday, April 20 to Sunday, May 25,2008 on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 3200 Darnell Street, Fort Worth. |
Kehinde Wiley creates larger-than-life-size portraits that mix historical Western European painting styles such as French Romanticism, Rococo, and Baroque with images from contemporary urban streets. "FOCUS: Kehinde Wiley" features works from the artist's equestrian series, in which he emulates such works as David's Napoleon Leading the Army over the Alps (1805) and Géricault's Officer of the Hussars (1814). Tickets: $10 adults, $4 seniors and students, free for members and children 12 and under. For information: 817-738-9215 or www.themodern.org |
| April 28 to May 16, 2008 |
THE INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF CULTURES invites you to view "The South American Exhibit" from Monday, April 28, 2008 to Friday, May 16, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays at 7500 W. Camp Wisdom, Dallas. |
The public is invited to view the South American gallery. "The South American Exhibit" covers the Shipbo people of Peru, Waroni and Quichia of Ecuador and lesser presentations from Brazil and Bolivia. Tickets: $4 adults, $3 students and seniors. For information: www.internationalmuseumofcultures.org or 972-708 7406 |
| May 3 to 31, 2008 |
Janette Kennedy Gallery in Southside at Lamar will exhibit BORDERLINE GREATNESS, the latest art by CAMP BOSWORTH, from Saturday, May 3 to Saturday, May 31, 2008 on Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 1409 S. Lamar, Dallas. An artist reception will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
BORDERLINE GREATNESS features paintings and sculpture depicting images and objects from Marfa and the Far, West Texas border region. Specifically, Bosworth has chosen to focus on the narco-trafficking aspect of the border. The show features oversized sculptures of carved wooden Glock pistols, a six-foot, silver leafed AK-47 and giant tequila bottles. For information: 214-426-1575 or www.southsideliving.info |
| May 5 to 31, 2008 |
Valley House Gallery & Sculpture Garden is pleased to present "DONALD S. VOGEL: A Painter’s Life" from Monday, May 5, 2008 to Saturday, May 31, 2008 on Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 6616 Spring Valley Road, Dallas. A Preview Party is scheduled for Sunday, May 4,2008 from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
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Donald Stanley Vogel (1917-2004) founded Valley House Gallery in 1954. Valley House, the home he designed, along with the attached greenhouse and surrounding garden, provided inspiration for his paintings for over 50 years. Before moving to Dallas, he studied at the Corcoran School of Art and The School of The Art Institute of Chicago. Vogel has had over 80 solo exhibitions of his paintings and his work has been represented in more than 100 group and competitive shows in museums and galleries since 1938. For information: www.valleyhouse.com or 972-239-2441 |
| May 9 to June 6, 2008 |
Reflection Fine Art Gallery presents their latest exhibit "Les Nouveaux Artistes" from Friday, May 9, 2008 to Friday, June 6, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday through Friday and 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday at 2925 Fairmount Street, Dallas. Meet the artists at the opening reception of Friday, May 9, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. |
"Les Nouveaux Artistes" is a show featuring Dallas artists, Chris Panatier and Steve Tate, and New Mexico artist, Melanie Corradi. Panatier and Tate are known for their vivid use of color in mixed media. Corradi uses light and floral images in "an endless arrangement of color swirls." For information: www.reflectionfineart.com or 214-965-9027 |
| May 10 to June 21, 2008 |
Gerald Peters Gallery will debut an exhibit by the nation's preeminent painter of architectural illusionism, Richard Haas, from Saturday, May 10 to Saturday, June 21, 2008 on Tuesday through Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 1019 Dragon Street, Dallas. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, May 4, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. preceeded by an artist lecture at 4:00 p.m. |
Richard Haas is a legendary artist, best known for his monumental trompe l'oeil murals throughout the world. Influenced by Bernini, the Asam brothers, and Frank Lloyd Wright, Haas' innovative creations demonstrate a perfect blend of painting, sculpture, architecture, and environmental planning. Haas will debut an exhibiton of prints, paintings, dioramas, and a unique installation that reflect the artist's projects within the state of Texas. For information: www.gpgallery.com or 214-969-9410 |
| May 17 to 22, 2008 |
The Continental Lofts Gallery will host the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts "Final Studio Show of Selected Works" by the BTWHSPVA Visual Arts Students from Saturday, May 17 to Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 3311 Elm Street, Deep Ellum, Dallas. An opening reception to meet the artists will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
Art works by the best young artistic talent in Dallas will be featured in the "Final Studio Show of Selected Works." The students from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts will exhibit works of mixed media including painting, print making, ceramics, and sculpture. Admission is free. For information: 972-342-4567 or www.myspace.com/creativesouth |
| May 20, 2008 |
The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth will play host to a special premiere of the new HBO film, RECOUNT, the film follows the Florida recount from Election Day in November 2000 through the Supreme Court’s ruling, on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 6:45 p.m. with a discussion by Ben Ginsberg and Mitchell Berger to be held at 8:35 p.m. at Baker Theater, Rosewood Center for Family Arts, 5938 Skillman, Dallas.
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RECOUNT follows the Florida recount from Election Day in November 2000 through the Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of George W. Bush over Al Gore five weeks later. RECOUNT, which stars Kevin Spacey, Ed Begley, Jr., Laura Dern, John Hurt, Denis Leary, Bob Balaban and Tom Wilkinson, pulls back the veil on the headlines and explores the human drama of characters involved in events that would determine the leadership of the country. Following the screening, Cal Jillson, SMU Political Science Professor, will lead a discussion with two of the influential participants in Florida during the 2000 recount: Mr. Ben Ginsberg, national counsel for the Bush-Cheney campaign in 2000, and Mr. Mitchell Berger, senior advisor to the 2000 Gore-Lieberman campaign. Tickets are complimentary. For information: www.dfwworld.org or 214-965-8407
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| May 23 to 25, 2008 |
The 500, Inc. brings back ARTFEST over Memorial Weekend on Friday, May 23, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, May 24, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, May 25, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Fair Park, 3809 Grand Avenue, Dallas. |
ARTFEST is the perfect marriage of art, entertainment and culture. As one of the premier fine art shows in the nation and entertaining close to 20,000 guests, ARTFEST 2008 is a juried event bringing together over 200 artists displaying, demonstrating, and selling their one-of-a-kind creations. Traditions continue with live bands, a Cultural Arts Stage featuring performing artists, and ARTFEST for Kids with free activities including the classic “Box City” in which children design and build a town with boxes that they decorate. Tickets: $6 adults, free for children 6 and under. Discounts available at Tom Thumb. For information: www.artfest500.com or 214-565-0200 |
| July 5 to October 19, 2008 |
THE MODERN ART MUSEUM OF FORT WORTH presents "Kara Walker: My Complement, My Enemy, My Oppressor, My Love" from Saturday, July 5, 2008 through Sunday, October 19,2008 on Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 3200 Darnell Street, Fort Worth.
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"My Complement, My Enemy, My Oppressor, My Love" features works ranging from Walker's signature black cut-paper silhouettes to film animations to more than one hundred works on paper. Walker is among the most complex and prolific American artists of her generation. She has gained national and international recognition for her room-size tableaux depicting historical narratives haunted by sexuality, violence, and subjugation through the genteel eighteenth-century art of cut-paper silhouettes. Set in the American South before the Civil War, Walker's compositions play off stereotypes to portray, often grotesquely, life on the plantation, where masters, mistresses, slaves, women, and children enact a subverted version of the past. Tickets: $10 adults, $4 students and seniors, free for 12 and under. For information: www.themodern.org or 817-738-9215 |
| October 3, 2008 to May 17, 2009 |
The Dallas Museum of Art presents TUTANKHAMUN AND THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE PHARAOHS from Tuesday, October 23, 2007 to Saturday, May 17, 2008 on Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 1717 North Harwood, Dallas. |
Opening on October 3, 2008, at the Dallas Museum of Art, Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs provides insight into the life of Tutankhamun and other royals of the 18th Dynasty (1555–1305 B.C.). All of the treasures in the exhibition are between 3,300 and 3,500 years old. Tutankhamun was one of the last kings of Egypt’s 18th Dynasty and ruled during a crucial, turmoil-filled period of Egyptian history.The boy king died under mysterious circumstances around age 18 or 19, in the ninth year of his reign (1323 B.C.). Tickets: adult $32.50, student $15. For information: 214-922-1200 or dallasmuseumofart.org
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