Market for African-American art continues to grow

At its sixth biannual specialist sale, Swann sets four new artist records By Viv Lawes | Web onlyPublished online 9 Mar 10 (market) Hot on the heels of resurgent sales …

Introducing First Lady Edition of Michelle Obama Life-Like Figurine From Thomas Blackshear’s Ebony Visions Collection

With all the aspects of a highly collectible and rare offering, collectors and enthusiasts anticipate high demand for this First Lady Edition. Artfully detailed, the figurine captures the essence of …

Ed Terrell, art director and curator, African American Coalition of Reading

Why he’s in the news: The African American Coalition of Reading joined with Outsider Folk Art Gallery to create an exhibit that was one of Pennsylvania’s largest tributes to black …

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is the world’s largest institution dedicated to the African American experience. The Museum provides exhibitions and programs that explore the diversity …

The African American Heritage Preservation Cultural Complex

The African American Heritage Preservation Cultural Complex (AACC) originated in 1984,as a hobby, by Dr. and Mrs. E.B. Palmer, then opened in 1989 as the Black Heritage Park. The Palmers’ …

The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture

The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture opened on June 25, 2005 and is named after Reginald F. Lewis (1942-1993). Born in Baltimore, Lewis was …

The Penn Center, South Carolina

Tucked in the heart of the South Carolina Sea Islands between glimmering marshes and deep water, nestled beneath the silvery moss draped limbs of massive live oaks, you will find …

Great Granddaughter of Booker T. Washington To Lead Oakland/Bay Area Youth In Historical Journey…

Across Country, Following His Footsteps From Slavery To Freedom “The highest test of the civilization of any race is in its willingness to extend a helping hand to the less …

Rounded, organic shapes soften a bathroom’s style

(ARA) – The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is not only the launching pad for a number of new kitchen and bath products; it’s also the place where key …

Just married? How to reconcile your decorating differences

(ARA) – After the “I dos” are exchanged and the reception is over, couples find out that the realities of cohabitation do not always make for smooth sailing, especially when …

Dr. J, Bill Russell and Mercer A. Redcross III Do the Auction Thing.

Auctions and Fundraisers are good ways to help others and brand October Gallery. From left to right: Auctioneer Mercer Redcross III, Julius “Dr J.” Erving, a Converse representative and Bill …

FREE Michael Jackson 3D Poster 4th of July Weekend

Michael Jackson 3-D Lenticular PosterPaper: 26 1/2 x 18 1/2 Retail Price $35 FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE This 4th of July weekend. October Gallery ArtNic (Art Picnic) Saturday and …

Paul Goodnight – Visual Artist

Paul Goodnight’s vibrant and emotional work has often been a reflection of his life–from the demons he faced during the Vietnam War to the time he was incarcerated “I’ve learned …

Cal Massey – Visual Artist

About the Artist:MOORESTOWN-Cal Massey said that the wonderful images that appear on his canvases come to him during his daily meditations. He jots them on notecards and stores them in …

Andrew Turner – Visual Artist

Andrew Turner was born in l944 in Chester, Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of Temple University’s Tyler School of Art. Andrew’s work has been widely acclaimed, with many solo exhibitions …