art is alive in NOLA

"Gallery Hop in New Orleans with Erik Wensel" http://www.artslant.com/ew/article…

I particularly enjoyed "The City Where My Father Was Born" further down the page.

There will be a fabulous art show at Barrister's Gallery... This Saturday 6-9pm

http://www.antiabecedarian.com/

Opens Saturday, January 10, 6-9pm
through February 8th
2331 St. Claude Avenue @ Spain in the Marigny
(504) 525-2767
( http://www.barristersgallery.com/ )
Curated by Myrtle von Damitz, III

I've seen some of the works in this show and it's not to be missed... you can see some of the artists' works at http://www.flickr.com/photos/passa…

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Come if you can! :)

I have recently discovered/fell in love with scrapbooking. Does anyone know of any scrapbooking groups, classes, etc? I checked the websites for Michaels and Joann's as far as classes go, but neither had anything posted. Any help is appreciated, thanks!

A new design from a New Orleans artist...Fleur de Peace!

We believe New Orleans and cities all over the world need to cultivate peace, happiness, and a safe environment for our families, friends, and children. Please help us spread a positive message by showing your agreement in the campaign Peace  while still supporting your city and heritage.

Fleur de Peace merchandise is made by a New Orleans artist using completely eco-friendly methods. Each item is silk-screened by hand by a New Orleans artist, thus making each item one of a kind!! Please help support peace all over the world, as well as at home in New Orleans.  



Please e-mail us at fleurdepeace@yahoo.com !

 

Jazz Fest is only 7 weeks away!!

I am having another funky little art show during Jazz Fest and I need some art to promote and sell. Do you know someone? are you that someone?

Do you make fun, funky and sellable art?
I would love to see what you have!

My Artspace, Creative Outlet, is 2 blocks from the Fair Grounds and we get lots of Jazz Fest foot traffic. We will have an opening party the week before Jazz Fest and be open for viewing everyday after the festival.

I will be announcing the opening party in a later bulletin right here, so even if you don't make art you can come and see it, or take a piece home with you!!

Attention anyone interested in comics, books, magazines, fashion, photography, art, film, and crafts by local New Orleans writers and artists:

The 2008 Alternative Media Expo, brought to you by Antigravity Magazine, will take place on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 12noon to 7pm at the Contemporary Arts Center (900 Camp Street in New Orleans; 504-528-3800).

Come check out over 80 exhibitors; enjoy Abita Beer and PJ’s Coffee. Admission is just $5 at the door.

For more info on the Expo, check out http://www.antigravitymagazine.com

AuthorViews, Inc., a proud sponsor of this year's Expo, will be interviewing and filming authors, artists, etc. at the event FOR FREE!

If you are interested in having an AuthorViews video made, please make a reservation ASAP because we fill up quickly. Reservations come in 30-minute blocks on the hour and half hour. We schedule reservations on a first come, first served basis, and we always "sell out," so please book your reservation soon. Walk-ins at the event are welcome, but only if there's space available.

To see what AuthorViews is about, check out http://www.AuthorViews.com. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a reservation, please email info@authorviews.com or call 504-342-4806.

Steve O'Keefe
AuthorViews: On a Mission to Film Every Author on Earth!

The New Orleans Craft Mafia is proud to sponsor the Alternative Media Expo, presented by Antigravity Magazine. This will be the sixth edition of the Expo, and this year's event will feature over 70 exhibitors with 'zines, comics, films, crafts, photography and handmade clothing, independent record labels and artists with CDs and records, indie and grassroots organizations, filmmakers and much more!

The Expo will take place on Saturday, February 23rd, 2008 from noon-7pm at the Contemporary Arts Center (900 Camp St.) in New Orleans, LA. The admission fee for this all-ages event will be $5.

The first 150 paid attendees through the doors will receive limited edition cotton tote swag bags, courtesy of the New Orleans Craft Mafia, filled with freebies and product samples. These bags present a great opportunity to get the word out about your business, band, or organization. Vendors exhibiting at the Expo are also encouraged to participate in the swag bags.

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does anybody know of any kick-ass open mic poetry/poetry slams going on in the city? i know theres always a lot of live music but ive been having some trouble finding spoken word. any help would be, um, helpful...thanks ; )