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Archive for November, 2008
6th Annual Lelavision Physical Music Performance | Friday, November 28, 1 and 3 pm
Back by popular demand! Lelavision’s Physical Music is a display of physical agility and musical prowess infused with a delightful sense of humor. The choreography arises entirely from the performers playing “musical sculptures” designed specifically to evoke movement. Each performance consists of several shorter works centered on themes of invention, discovery and play.
W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory | Special Glass Exhibit! - Chihuly at Seymour
Special Glass Exhibit! - Chihuly at Seymour 100
November 16 - February 22, 2009
Dale Chihuly’s glass masterpieces are on display now as part of the 100th anniversary celebration at the conservatory. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. Free, $5 suggested donation. All ages. W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory, 316 South G St., Tacoma. Ongoing through Feb. […]
M-Space Blow Your Own Ball 2008 | December 7, 13, and 14 | 9 - 5pm
Join M-Space for an exciting glassblowing experience! Choose your colors and design; and then participate in blowing your own ornament. Local glass artists will also be selling ornaments, gifts, and more.
Reservations are recommended to participate in the ornament blow. Each ball created is $40. Space is limited. Call to reserve your spot: 253-779-0101. […]
Hilltop Artists Holiday Sale and VIP Event
You’re Invited!
Hilltop Artists in Residence
Holiday Glass Sale and VIP Event!
Hilltop Artists in Residence is nearing the end of another successful year!
Please join us in celebration at our special VIP Event and
Holiday Sale in December. […]
The Fulcrum Gallery Presents: “Blank Expressions” The Glass Sculpture of Ross Richmond
The Fulcrum Gallery Presents:
“Blank Expressions”
The Glass Sculpture of Ross Richmond
Nov. 20th – Dec. 14th
Opening Reception: Thursday Nov. 20th 6-10 p.m.
Artist Talk: Sunday Nov. 30th 6 p.m.
“Blank Expressions” was created during a residency at the Tacoma Museum of Glass. A mold blown glass head serves as a unifying element in a Dali like […]
Hilltop Students Featured in Exhibition at Vetri in Tacoma
Hilltop Students Featured in Exhibition at Vetri International Glass
New Generation of glass artists make their debut
Opening Reception: Saturday, November 15, 4 - 7 pm
Exhibition Runs: November 15, 2008 - February 8, 2009
Vetri International Glass in Tacoma is pleased to present a special exhibition showcasing the work of three promising young artists from the […]
Tacoma is for Lovers
An event not to be missed!
Over 20 Artist Booths!
Silent Auction! Raffle!
Benefit for Colleen Malone!
Where: King’s Books
218 St Helens Ave
Tacoma, WA 98402
When: Saturday November 15th from 12-4
Who: Tacoma is for Lovers
Why: To promote visibility […]
Museum of Glass Receives Award from Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass
The Museum of Glass is the recipient of the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass (AACG) Annual Award for 2008. The award was presented to Museum of Glass Director Timothy Close on Saturday, November 8, 2008, at the Sculpture Objects and Functional Art (SOFA) exposition in Chicago.
AACG is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to […]
Glassblowing Classes, Workshops and HUGE Sale
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio
114 S. 23rd Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
253-383-3499
www.tacomaglassblowing.com
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Winter Newsletter 2008
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HUGE GLASS SALE
Save the Date!
Dec Sat 6th and Sun 7th 9am-4pm!!
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6 Week Cane Class
Learn to pull cane and use them in blown pieces.
This class will meet the first 3 classes on Wed Nights and
the last 3 on Tuesday Nights due to the holidays.
November 26th- […]
Artist Spotlight: Corban Walker | November 12 - 16, 2008
Corban Walker
VA Residency: November 12 - 16, 2008
Conversation with Artist: Sunday, November 16 2PM, Theater
Visiting Artist Residency Project
The recent work has focused on using glass to create architectural sculptural objects. The objects appear as large models or elaborate constructions that present the viewer with an unusual perception of scale. These sculptures are assembled […]
Science of Art Summit at Museum of Glass | Thursday, November 6, 2008
You are invited to a FREE evening of learning, discussion and sharing at the
Museum of Glass.
5 – 5:30 pm
Arrival and refreshments
5:30 – 7 pm
Keynote address by Ellen Dissanayake
Arts and Evolutionary Biology
Explore the view that “artifying” is a normal, natural and necessary activity intrinsic to human nature
Book signing with Ms. Dissanayake
What is Art For? (1988)
Homo Aestheticus […]
Illuminated Traditions: Loi Krathong | Saturday, November 8, 2008
Illuminated Traditions
Join us from 1 to 4 pm on selected Saturdays this fall for an enlightening tour around the world exploring diverse cultural holiday celebrations. Each event features a different holiday with unique hands-on art activities and performances to delight visitors of all ages.
Saturday, November 8
1 - 4 pm
Loi Krathong […]
November 2008 Artist of the Month: Preston Singletary
Visiting Artist Residency: November 19 - 23
Biography
“Glass brings another dimension to Native American art. It’s luminous quality and shadow effect are like a spirit that appears when this lighting is right”
-Preston Singletary
In a unique meeting of European glass-blowing tradition and Northwest Native design, Preston Singletary’s artwork depicts cultural and historical images from his […]
