“POP”.
A group exhibition.

Opening July 23 - August 20
Reception: July 23, 7-9pm

Taking inspiration from popular culture, artists use a variety of mediums to express their personal visions. This exhibit explores a range of approaches to art making, especially ideas of popular culture and its influences. The use of found objects or recycled imagery which in their original context fit into the everyday are often used by artists to create a new conversation about current and past influences on culture. The participating artists in this exhibition represent several generations, and, therefore, varying perspectives on popular culture interact in the gallery.

Artists:

• Ann Dean
• Kendra Marable
• Archie Gobber
• Dan Anderson
• Kristin Moreland
• Jamie Warren
• Alison Filley
• Jeff Eaton
• Jeremy Rockwell
• Joelle Ford

“Art Clips”

Works by Joelle Ford

Opening July 23 through August 7
Reception: July 23, 7-9pm

This show will include 50 collages comprised of vintage clippings and original drawings by Joelle Ford.

“Futilitarian”

A fibers installation
by Danielle Yakle

Opening July 23 – through August 20
Reception: July 23, 7-9pm

Danielle is a recent graduate from the University of Kansas, receiving a Master of Fine Arts in Textiles/Fibers

The Fundamentals of Clay
July 2nd – July 31st
Opening reception First Friday, July 2nd 6-9pm
 
Featuring Ted Adler and the Wichita State University Graduate students:
Nathan Carris Carnes, Lauren Clay, Todd Hayes, David Hellman and Joe Leonard
 
Ceramics is a tightly knit community. Everyone that has committed to clay has added a thread, joining the network for opportunity and collaboration. The Fundamentals of Clay was generated out of past affiliations between Red Star and this group of young artists that are the current candidates for a Master of Fine Art in Ceramics, as well as their influential professor Ted Adler, at the Wichita State University.

NATION’S TOP ARTISTS RETURN TO DOWNTOWN KANSAS CITY FOR PREMIER SUMMER ART FESTIVAL

Showcasing Eclectic Mix of Unique and Contemporary Art

Kansas City, MO (June 21, 2010) – Kansas City now has yet another great art fair appealing to a variety of tastes. The vibrant and colorful art of new and emerging talent as well as established contemporary artists will line the city blocks of the Power & Light District when the Downtown Art Annual returns to Kansas City for its third anniversary, June 25^th – 27^th. 

The Kansas City Power & Light District hosts the three-day juried art event which transforms this popular shopping, dining and entertainment district into a first-rate outdoor art gallery, attracting locals and tourists alike.  The public can meet and talk with the artists personally about their art and inspiration. The artistic media represented include paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

Popular 80s-cover, Kansas City-based band, The Zeros, will play live on the KC Live! Stage on Friday, June 25^th at 8 p.m. Other local musicians will play throughout the show on Saturday and Sunday.

“The Power & Light District is a vibrant setting for this premier art affair,” says festival promoter Howard Alan.  “We are thrilled to bring the nation’s top artists to Kansas City who will be joined by a troupe of the most talented local artists; this is a fabulous opportunity for festival goers to discover quality original works of art by the country’s leading artists.”

The Downtown Art Annual….Downtown Kansas City’s 3^rd Annual Art Fair in the Power & Light District makes the arts accessible to a broad audience.  Prices range from $25 hand-designed earrings to $20,000 metal sculptures. The event appeals to family and friends as a free and fun weekend activity, as well as serious art buyers looking to add to their collections. “Art is a tangible investment that you can enjoy as it appreciates in value,” comments Alan. 

 WHAT:   The Downtown Art Annual…Kansas City Power & Light District’s 3^rd Annual Art Fair

WHEN:   Friday, June 25, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

                     Saturday, June 26, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

                     Sunday, June 27, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

WHERE: Power & Light District in Downtown Kansas City. Navigational address: 1370 Walnut

  St., Kansas City, MO 64105

WHY:      To Support the Arts and Local Economy

ADMISSION:  Free and open to the public; All ages (Admission to the Zeros concert is 21+)

WEBSITE:  www.artfestival.com or www.powerandlightdistrict.com

ARTIST CONTACT INFORMATION:  info@artfestival.com or 954-472-3755

Group Show Opening at Byron C. Cohen Gallery for Contemporary Art

The Byron C. Cohen Gallery for Contemporary Art will be open on First Friday, July 2^nd from 7 9 pm. Featured work includes new oil paintings by Liu Hong, mixed media art by local artist Grant Miller, and A Movable Salon by Mary Ann Strandell. The work will be on view through August 14^th.

Please note: the gallery will be closed Saturday, July 3.

Lawrence Arts Center. 940 New Hampshire St. Lawrence, KS 66044
www.lawrenceartscenter.org           785-843-2787

Still from “Treebeasties 1” by Barry Anderson

“Animalia”
group exhibition.

June 18 – July 17

Reception: June 18. 7-9PM

Artists:

Angie Pickman

Barry Anderson

Ilena Finnochi

Marty Olson

Eric Abraham

Connie Ehrlich

Tyler Coey

Davin Watne

The Gladstone Amphitheatre at 76th and Troost is the stage for city events and festivals. While the big players such as the Gladstone Theatre in the Park and Bluesfest are well known, other groups are getting some time on the stage. Here are three more June concerts to round out the month. These concerts are at 7 p.m. Uncle Ezra’s Chiropractic Brass plays June 15. The UMKC Jazz Quintet performs June 22 and Cherry Bomb takes the stage June 29.

The city also offers movies in the park. The June 18 show, “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs,” starts at 9 p.m.