Much has been made of the Mayan calendar's prediction that the end of time is December 21, 2012. In this show, work by regional printmakers employ printmaking processes (such as relief, intaglio, silkscreen, lithography, and monotype) to address this profound theme from an artist's point of view. "As mortals we all face the inevitable end of ourselves in the world. As artists we have the power to create our own visions of what may lie ahead both for the world and ourselves." Juror John Caperton has curated 25 exhibitions for The Print Center (Philadelphia, PA) since 2007.
Three short films have been selected from Pittsburgh Filmmakers members for this exhibit. Andrew Batista, Matthew R. Day, and Andrew Kelemen will each be presenting new works. Through narrative and documentary modes of cinematic presentation these pieces exemplify a continuance of the breadth, wit and depth of Pittsburgh's current crop of film artists.
In this exhibition sculptors are exploring the theme of transformation on a variety of levels. Some artists have created a second life for materials that were previously discarded, or had a previous life in nature, such as wood, stone, metals, or other natural materials. This theme might also apply to a personal rebirth or one with a global perspective. Cash awards will be presented. Juror Lori Nix is an accomplished non-traditional photographer.
Do we observe the world through rose-colored glasses, or use blinders? The theme for this exhibit is perception, as it is filtered through the unique lens of the artist. The work presented by these fiber artists portrays a glimpse into the worldview by which we see. Juror Susan Brandeis is Distinguished Professor of Art and Design at North Carolina State University. She earned her MFA from the University of Kansas. She'll have a Juror Talk on June 21, details to be announced.
PSA invited its members and members of other local guilds to "pump up the volume" about something they were passionate about, whether political, environmental, cultural, etc. This theme is in response to officials suggesting the public should "tone down" their rhetoric. Artists were encouraged to tell compelling stories with their work. This exhibit, which features a variety of media: installation, film and video, includes more than 40 pieces. Three juror awards will be given. Juror Greg Harrison is currently Chair of the Department of Art & Design at California University of PA.
Three short films have been selected from Pittsburgh Filmmakers members for this exhibit. Andrew Batista, Matthew R. Day, and Andrew Kelemen will each be presenting new works. Through narrative and documentary modes of cinematic presentation these pieces exemplify a continuance of the breadth, wit and depth of Pittsburgh's current crop of film artists.
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Stink Bugs! Film Kitchen is now accepting submissions for its annual Film Kitchen Contest. The show will be held on Tuesday, June 5 – during the Three Rivers Arts Festival – at the Harris Theater in downtown Pittsburgh. A panel of judges will award cash prizes for first place, second place, and third place, as well as an Audience Choice award.
