FRAUD ALERT - ART SCAM

Several members from Artists Registry.com, have reported receiving the email listed below:

Sender Name: samuel job
Sender E-Mail: samueljob@yahoo.com
Sender Phone: 07012808962
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Message: My name is Samuel Job, I am an individual art agent and interior decorator from glasgow, Scotland.I got an order for the supply of some artworks from a client, and when i came across your portfolio while searching for good artworks, I found some of them to fit what i am looking for and great for walls, My client would like to make payment to you by credit card at the price i am selling and i will expect you to ship and send me my commision/margin afterwards.I am looking forward to a long term working relationship. Please let me know if you do commission work and if you accept credit card payment before we place orders ,and if you have questions please feel free to ask Hope to hear from you soon.

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Call to Artists - Tampa Realistic Artists

TRA Call to Artists

Tampa Realistic Artists (TRA) announces the first annual Bay Area Art Show. This competition will feature all 2-dimensional media and will have awards in excess of $1500 in cash and merchandise awards. The Best in Show Award will be $400, and there will be awards of $200 for the best watercolor, oil/acrylic, photography and other media, as well as awards of merit and awards for honorable mentions.

EXHIBITION DATES

The exhibition will be from February 5 through March 14. The Old Hyde Park Art Center is open Noon to 3 Tuesday through Friday, and Noon to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday.

Artists will need to drop off their 2-Dimensional work from noon to 3 on Thursday January 31 through February 3 at the Old Hyde Park Art Center, 705 W. Swann. Original work only, each piece must be for sale, not more than 40” in any dimension including the frame, wired in the back and ready for hanging and display. Where applicable, Plexiglas is suggested. Glass will be accepted but TRA will not be responsible for breakage.

Limit 2 pieces per artist, entry fees are $15 for 1 painting,
$25 for 2 for TRA members, and $20 for 1 painting and $35 for 2 for non-members.
Membership applications will be available at time of entry — TRA membership is $35 per year. Retrieval will be March 15 and 16 from noon to 3.
Failure to retrieve artwork will leave disposal of same by TRA. For further information on the exhibition, leave a message at the Art Center at 251-3780.

The prospectus is available on our website at www.tamparealisticartists.com.

RECEPTION

The opening reception for the Bay Area Art Show will be Friday, February 8, from 6 to 9 PM, with the awards announcements and door prizes for the general public.

For further information on the programs of TRA, see www.tamparealisticartists.com.

FLORIDA AQUARIUM OPENING - January 30

Florida Aquarium
VIP OPENING RECEPTION
JANUARY 30, 2008
6PM-8PM
Directions & Map

LITTLE SALT SPRING UNDERWATER ARCHAELOLOGY
AND ART FOR ALL TO SEE...A VIP SNEAK PEAK!
Come out and support Tampa local artists for this special event. A night of art and education. Family Friendly!

The Florida Aquarium
701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
RSVP BY JANUARY 25 TO DE’NICEA HILTON AT
813-367-4041 OR DHILTON@FLAQUARIUM.ORG

Reduced - Opening Art Reception December 14, 2007

West Tampa Center for the Arts

in the historic former Santaella Cigar Factory

1906 N. Armenia Avenue

Tampa, FL 33607

813.453.4381

WTCA.art@gmail.com

Opening Art Reception December 14, 2007

6pm-10pm

The West Tampa Center for the Arts presents REDUCED, an exhibition of black, white and gray artwork. Curated by Kurt Piazza, REDUCED presents artists with the challenge of creating work within the restricted color guidelines regardless of their medium and will feature painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, video and installation by emerging, mid-career and established regional, national and international artists. REDUCED is a conceptual exhibition that aims to promote awareness of contemporary art within the local community and with all works priced under two -hundred dollars, focuses on nurturing the next generation of contemporary art collectors. Mr. Piazza is an artist and former curator of the Gulf Coast Museum of Art and has exhibited his work both regionally and nationally.

In conjunction with REDUCED, the WTCA is proud to announce the opening

of Tracy Midulla Reller: Connectivity & Austerity in Gallery 209 on

the second floor. This solo exhibition will feature new works by one of

Tampa's most fascinating visual artists. Reller has exhibited both nationally and internationally and is Professor of Visual Arts at Hillsborough Community College.

Additionally, the artwork and studios of the WTCA resident artists will be on display. VSA Arts of Florida will exhibit artwork by artists with disabilities in the Open Door Gallery.

Live music by DJFuego on the 2^nd floor and Laszlo on the 3^rd floor.

The Exhibit will run for three weeks.

Tampa Artist.com Holiday Art Show

Please join TampaArtist.com on Dec 15th, 2007 for a very special evening of art. TampaArtist.com Presents: 15 Days of Christmas Art Show & SALE Over 30 Artists & 100 Pieces of ART - Nothing priced over $300.00 Paintnigs | Photography | Glass Art | Ceramics and more Get your Holiday Gift for the Special Someone - SUPPORT LOCAL ART Location & Time: Where: 1515 7th Ave. Ybor City , FL 33605 - Directions & Map by Mapquest Time: Doors open at 6:00 There will be Wine/Beverages & Hor Devours Parking for the Show: Parking in the Ybor City Parking Garage.Parking Garage is located down on 15th Street past 7th Ave. Parking garage entrance is on the left, just past the railroad tracks - Complete Details visit tampaartist.com

Tampa Artist Inc. is a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to the development and support of local artists. Tampa Artist Inc. 2007

Call to Artists - The Wine Exchange.

Call to Artists ..

Friday, November 30th @ The Wine Exchange. 7 to 11pm. Roughly 12 Artists will be picked. Most mediums accepted. Send 3 large Jpegs to my email address by Friday, November 9th.

rhasq013@msn.com

$20 Entrance Fee to cover flyers.
15% Commission taken from sales.

Check the next issue of Reax Magazine for a review of the October 26th event.

Position Opening : Administrative Assistant

Position Opening : Administrative Assistant Part Time (days)
The Studio@620 is seeking a well organized, detail oriented part time administrative assistant who takes pride in her/his ability to follow-through with assignments and perform quality work. This “behind the scenes” position provides support to the Director of Finance & Administration, board committees, and the Artistic Directors. Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Word are required. Experience in bookkeeping is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person. $10-12 per hour based upon experience and computer proficiency. Please email resume and cover letter to wdurand@thestudioat620.com by November 15.
Current & Upcoming Performances, Events, & Exhibits Find out what's happening now and into the future. Learn More: http://www.thestudioat620.org Ongoing Events Webcasts@620 This webcast series, hosted by Dave Ellis and Bob Devin Jones and produced by Peter Kageyama, includes poets, actors, artists and much more. See and hear what's happening at The Studio@620. Learn More: http://www.thestudioat620.org/webcasts_07.htm Spoken Word / Open Mic Monthly spoken word event hosted by Pedro Jarquin last Monday of every month at 8:00 pm. Learn More: http://www.thestudioat620.org/p_tsw.htm Ironweed Film Club Socially-conscious, independent, documentary films every month. Learn More: http://www.thestudioat620.org/p_ifc.htm St. Pete-Film Movement Critically acclaimed international and independent films. Learn More: http://www.thestudioat620.org/p_spfm.htm Membership Become a member of The Studio@620 and immerse yourself in a diverse community of people and experiences. Learn More or Sign-Up Online: http://www.thestudioat620.org/membership.htm Space Rental The Studio@620 regularly rents out its space to non-profit organizations, commercial businesses, and others for private events, meetings, and parties. Learn More: http://www.thestudioat620.org/rental.htm Donations Your monetary or in kind donations help to bring great performances, artists, educational events and more to The Studio@620. Learn More or Make a Donation Online: http://www.thestudioat620.org/donation.htm The Mission of The Studio@620 To provide a place where people can experience artistic and educational programs in innovative ways. To bring people from diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences together as artists, audiences and volunteers. To work collaboratively with artistic, educational, and cultural organizations in and beyond our community. To develop artistic and educational programs that integrate a variety of art forms in order to encourage new cultural experiences both for the audience and the artists. Artists + Audience + Volunteers = Community The Studio@620 Bob Devin Jones & David Ellis, Artistic Directors 620 First Avenue South St. Petersburg FL 33701 (Pinellas County) Phone: 727-895-6620 Email: information@thestudioat620.com Web: http://www.thestudioat620.org

FLORIDA AQUARIUM PATHWAY EXHIBIT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM CONTACT:
Contact Person: TOM WAGNER
Company Name: THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM
Direct Phone Number: 813.367.4036
Email Address: twagner@flaquarium.org
Website URL: www.flaquarium.org

BAYSTUDIOS/ROJAS PRODUCTIONS CONTACT:
Contact Person: DAN ROJAS
Company Name: BAYSTUDIOS/ROJAS PRODUCTIONS
Direct Phone Number: 813.626.8738
Email Address: drojas01@tampabay.rr.com
Website URL: www.baystudios.com


DAN ROJAS AND DENISE ROJAS, ART CURATORS FROM BAYSTUDIOS/ROJAS PRODUCTIONS
HAVE TEAMED UP WITH THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM, 701 CHANNELSIDE DRIVE, TAMPA, FL 33602

INTRODUCING THE NEW GALLERY OF MARINE AND WILDLIFE ARTWORK
NOW ON DISPLAY AT THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM’S EXHIBIT PATHWAY.

ART CURATORS, DAN ROJAS AND DENISE ROJAS ARE DELIGHTED TO SHOWCASE BAY AREA
ARTISTS EVERY 3 MONTHS WITH A ROTATING ART DISPLAY.


THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM PATHWAY EXHIBIT WILL BE ON DISPLAY FROM
OCTOBER 8, 2007 – JANUARY 8, 2008

Currently on display, 27 talented Florida artists:

DIETRICH ADONIS
VESNA ANDERSON
JANE BATALDEN PALMER
JOEL COCKER
JASON FONDREN,
RICH FREDERICK – RLF
EILEEN GOLDENBERG
MAGGIE GREEN
JOHN GURBACS
JOHN HENSON II
TERRY KLAAREN
DON KOBASKY
ERIN KORDSMEIER
KROSLAK
DIANA LEAVENGOOD
JAMES MADISON THOMAS
MARTHA MARSHALL
KRISTINA MIRISHA
JEFF MONSEIN
NORMAN PASCHALL
DAN ROJAS
DENISE ROJAS
JUSTIN SANCHO
FRANK SASO
RENEE TAYLOR
LISA WARD LANDSMAN

CARLTON WARD, JR.

PRESS PHOTOS OF ALL ARTWORK ON DISPLAY CAN BE DOWNLOADED AT WWW.BAYSTUDIOS.COM
IF YOU NEED LARGER IMAGES, PLEASE EMAIL DENISE AT drojas01@tampabay.rr.com or call 813-626-8738.
DAN ROJAS AND DENISE ROJAS ARE AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEWS AND MEDIA WALK THROUGHS.
ARTIST INTERVIEWS MAY ALSO BE ARRANGED AT THE ABOVE CONTACT INFORMATION.



TICKET PRICING AND HOURS TO THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM:
Regular hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Days.
Call (813) 273-4000 for general information or details about upcoming events.

General Admission Ticket Prices:
Adults - $17.95
Seniors 60+ - $14.95
Children under 12 - $12.95
Children 2 & under - Free

FMoPA Call for Photographic Submissions

Opening Reception for "My Cuba"The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) announces “My Cuba,” photographs of the Cuban landscape by Clyde Butcher and Maria Martinez Canas’ photography-based collages that express a yearning for the Cuban homeland. A separate gallery will exhibit “Cuba Particular” (“Private Cuba”), featuring the photographs of Tampa artist David Audet. The exhibits will run simultaneously Sept. 18 through Nov. 10, 2007 at the museum’s new two-gallery location at 200 N. Tampa St., just behind its first downtown location.

An opening reception will be held Tuesday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. Entry to the new location is on Jackson Street between Ashley Drive and Tampa Street.“It is my hope that these photographs open to the world the unseen beauty that lies just 90 miles to the south of Florida,” said Butcher.Members of the community are invited to submit copies of their own photographs depicting life in Cuba along with a paragraph explaining the photo. For details, please visit www.fmopa.org. Please note that original photographs will not be accepted.“My Cuba” and

“Cuba Particular” are part of Arte 2007, Tampa Bay’s Festival of the Americas, which runs Nov. 3 through 17. FMoPA has a full season of exhibitions, lectures and classes scheduled. Deadline for submission is September 1, 2007. For additional information, please visit www.fmopa.org.

Colors of Art Exhibition - Thursday, September 6

The Westchase Artists Society would like to invite the entire Tampa Bay community to experience the Colors of Art as its members exhibit their artwork from September 1 through October 31, 2007 at the Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library.

The show's opening reception will be held on Thursday, September 6 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM and will provide an opportunity to meet the artists whose works include painting, sculpture, mosaics, and photography. If you miss out on the fun and excitement of opening night, Colors of Art will continue to be on display for your enjoyment during normal library hours through the end of October.

The Upper Tampa Bay Regional Library is located at 1121 Countryway Boulevard in Tampa, just mile north of the intersection of Countryway and W. Linebaugh Avenue.

For more information about the show and the Westchase Artists Society, please go to www.WestchaseArtists.com.

Joe Griffith @ [5]art Ybor!

Please join us at [5]art ybor to kick off the Fall Season with 'Near Earth Objects' an exhibition of New Drawings and Sculpture by Joe Griffith.

This exhibition opens Saturday September 1st from 7pm to 11pm and runs through September 29th with gallery hours by appointment.

[5]art ybor is located @ 1816 15th Street in Ybor city -between 7th and 8th Ave, on the west side of the street next door to the Laughing Cat Restaurant.

Please see the attached flier for details or contact us at art.five@gmail.com.
Further details will be available soon at www.five-art.com.

This event is free and open to the public. Donations at the door are always welcomed.

Gala Corina 2007

Dear Artist,

First, we are happy to introduce Gala Corina’s show for 2007, iluminacion. Please refer to our new website at http://www.galacorina2007.com for the application, the timeline, and information about the show.

Secondly, we have a disclaimer about the email list. We are using the addresses from last year, many of which will have changed. Also, we might have accidentally omitted your address, or possibly there is a typo. We will only being using this list until we jury in the artists for this year, at that time we will have an updated list. If your address is still wrong we ask that you notify us then, and not now. Please forgive this error on our part as it was not intentional.

In the mean time, if you would kindly forward this information to any artist that you think would be interested in the show, we would appreciate it.

Thanks and we look forward to another great show this year!

Sincerely,

The Gala Corina Board

Nova 535 - inaugural Call to Artists

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Silva

July 20, 2007 727.821.NOVA

Jennifer@Nova535.com

Art Lounge set to open in Fall 2007 launches its inaugural Call to Artists

Nova 535, opening in St. Petersburg this fall, is in search of artists in all mediums from throughout the Bay area.

Coming to St. Petersburg this fall, Nova 535 is a world-class gallery, performance space and event venue available for private parties, weddings, meetings and much more. Nova 535 will showcase international collections of fine art, music, film and fashion in its swanky, modern lounge setting while playing host to a variety of public and private events. Featured artwork, fashions and jewelry will be available for purchase.

In support of its approaching grand opening, Nova 535 is sending out a “Call to Artists” throughout the Tampa Bay area. Nova 535 is searching for outstanding visual artists in all mediums to showcase in its inaugural exhibition as well as in future exhibitions. Selected artists will enjoy generous consignment rates, aggressive marketing and a unique, stunning venue to display their work. Nova 535 is also in search of performance artists, musicians, filmmakers, video game designers, fashion and jewelry designers.

Interested artists and performers should send digital images of their work, along with a brief bio and contact information, to Jennifer Silva at Jennifer@Nova535.com.

Nova 535 is located at 535 Dr ML King Jr. Street North in St. Petersburg and is slated to open its doors this fall. Housed in a gorgeously renovated 1920’s structure with red brick walls, 16 foot ceilings and hard wood floors, Nova 535 boasts over 7,000 square feet of gallery and event space. The only venue of its kind in Tampa Bay, Nova 535 features a fusion of modern and classic design features, state of the art audio/visual equipment, a posh full-service bar and spacious catering kitchen. For more information on venue rental, upcoming exhibits, schedule of events, etc, contact Jennifer Silva, General Manager, at 727.821.NOVA.

July 27th Casa de Lala - Opening

The historic Casa de Lala

in Ybor City

is hosting an opening exhibition

fabulous artists in various mediums

Friday, July 27th.007

6pm to 10pm

Corner of 5th Avenue and 19th Street

(parking available on the street and in parking lot next door free)

Tapas and cocktails will be served

Call Eduardo 813.468.9650 or Manny 813.453.5507 for further info

Call to Artist - Tampa Bay Business Committee for the Arts,

CALL FOR ENTRIES To: Bay area gallery owners, art centers and artists From: Melinda N. Chavez, Executive Director Date: May 29, 2007 The Tampa Bay Business Committee for the Arts, Inc. ("TBBCA") will present its thirteenth annual Business in the Arts Awards Gala on Wednesday, October 24, 2007. The TBBCA will commission a Tampa Bay artist to create a work of art to honor each award winner. We are pleased to offer this opportunity for local artists to share in a partnership with the local business community, in furtherance of the TBBCA's core mission. We invite you to submit a proposal for work in the medium of your choice (including two-dimensional as well as three-dimensional media), taking into consideration the guidelines set forth below. Our judges will include local art professionals from a variety of disciplines. They will be asked to award the commission based upon the artistic quality of the proposal, not upon whether it looks like an "award". The selected artwork and artist will be featured in all Gala marketing materials, including the invitation, advertisements and program. The BCA Awards Gala is a high-profile event that is attended by over 450 people each year and gives outstanding exposure to the artist chosen to create the award pieces. The BCA welcomes submittals from both fine craftsmen and fine artists. We are terribly proud of the artists we have featured in recent years. I look forward to receiving your submittal. To participate in the selection process, please follow the guidelines below: · The commission will consist of nine (9) works in the medium of your choice, one of which will be given to each honoree. · The works must be similar, as in an original series, or a limited edition. The TBBCA prefers that the edition or series be used exclusively for the award. The works may be existing or newly created. The works may be either two or three-dimensional. · The TBBCA will pay the artist a total of $4,000 for the commission, inclusive of framing or mounting costs. · The TBBCA will feature the artist in promotional information distributed by it in connection with the Gala. · If the nature of the artwork permits, a TBBCA member company will display the works of art for approximately one month prior to the program, which is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, October 24, 2007. · The TBBCA requests that the selected artist be present for recognition at the awards program (as our guest). · Your proposal should include autobiographical information and drawings, maquettes, photos, and/or slides of the work you wish to submit. Representative and formal examples of your work are strongly suggested. · Submission of your proposal must be made by noon on Friday, July 13, 2007. The proposal can be mailed to the TBBCA at P.O. Box 559, Tampa, FL, 33601 or delivered to the TBBCA office at 633 N. Franklin Street, Suite 735 in downtown Tampa. For directions to the TBBCA office, please call (813) 221-ARTS · The awards committee will make a selection by the end of July. · At least one completed original of the selected work will be due by September 3, 2007 and final delivery will be due by October 10, 2007. · Please remember that the more detailed and clear your proposal is, the more likely your work is to be chosen. A good proposal can sell your work effectively and encourage the judges to look at your work positively. · Please note that the decision of the judges is strongly influenced by the quality of the work submitted. This includes framed works of art or three dimensional pieces as well as slides, sketches or other samples. If you want to be seriously considered, quality of presentation is crucial. We encourage your participation in this selection process. This program is a wonderful opportunity for an artist to receive recognition for his or her work and exposure to business leaders who believe in the importance of business support for the arts. DEADLINE TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL: Friday, July 13, 2007 CALL THE TBBCA OFFICE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: (813) 221-ARTS (2787) or EMAIL tbbca@tbbca.org

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Dear Artist, Crafter or Business Vendor
Once again I will be the chairwoman of the largest event held in Palm Harbor on Florida Ave.

UPCOMING PALM HARBOR EVENT
THE 11th TASTE OF PALM HARBOR

SUNDAY OCTOBER 7th noon-6pm

20,000 people attended the 2006 Taste of Palm Harbor

See the attached artist & business vendor applications.

Send your questions to PalmHarborWomensClub@hotmail.com

or contact me at 727-934-7001

Chaz Foy

FIRST FRIDAYS CELEBRATIONS on FLORIDA AVENUE in HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PALM HARBOR 6pm-11pm

(727)934-7001 event information

2007 DATES: MARCH 2ND, APRIL 6TH, MAY 4TH, JUNE 1ST, no events in JULY or AUGUST, RESUMES on SEPTEMBER 7TH, OCTOBER 5TH, NOVEMBER 2ND & DECEMBER 7TH.

An Old Palm Harbor Main Streets, Inc. Production ~ 1190 Georgia Ave - Palm Harbor - FL - 34682

www.PalmHarborMainStreet.org

The Fine Art Photography Camp

The Fine Art Photography Camp is available, in separate groups, for ages 8 through 12 and 13 through 17 on a weekly basis. Emphasis will be placed on how to use the camera, composition, natural lighting, how to create interesting images via the gift of seeing. We will go on field trips to study Florida landscape and urban areas, work in the darkroom and have artistic critiques, in a real artist's studio located in an historic former cigar factory. A unique opportunity to explore the creative process. New experiences each week for returning students.
Class size limited to 6 participants per week, hours are 9am -1pm. First weekly session begins June 4th. Camp will run through the first week of August . Fee of $150 includes all needed supplies
For further information or registration, call 813.390.3422

InSight Studio
Studio 305
1906 N. Armenia Ave
Tampa, FL 33607813.390.3422

a [5]art invitation

May 19, "Cut, Color and Chords". We will have a night of Art, hair models, wine, food and live music from Aubree Pelaez.

ACS Cattle Baron's Ball - Request for Art Donation - Please Read!

Dear Friends,

This year I am working with the American Cancer Society to raise money at the Annual Cattle Baron’s Ball. The Tampa chapter of ACS hosts The Cattle Baron’s Ball on May 19^th for 800 people at the Cruise Terminal in Channelside. We are seeking art donations for our silent auction. We will display your business card and small marketing materials by your art donation and include your name in the program. All proceeds will go to The American Cancer Society, who raises the money to support local individuals and families that are dealing with a devastating illness. All donations are completely tax deductible. With these funds ACS has built facilities where people can stay while getting cancer treatments at Moffitt Hospital, and they also use the funds support children’s camp programs.

Click here to download PDF and WORD document If you are able to donate some artwork, please complete the attached donation form and return via email as soon as possible so that we can enter you in our auction program. I feel this is a great opportunity to show your work to hundreds of potential buyers, while supporting such a worthy and reputable charitable organization. I will be more than happy to arrange pick-up when it is convenient for you.

I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to consider this request, and I look forward to hearing from you soon. Should you have any questions, please contact me at 813.784.9826. Thank you again.

Kindest regards,

Xuan (Swan) M. Wallis

2007 Cattle Baron’s Ball

American Cancer Society’s

Auction Committee

813.784.9826| xwallis@cflonline.com