He is dancing his way up
Albert Einstein said, “Dancers are athletes of God” and I have discovered one recently added to the San Diego Ballet and in my view, a rising star to their company,…
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Book reveals the whole man
Named the recipient of a 2018 Kentucky History Award given by the Kentucky Historical Society for her book, “James Still: A Life,” President of the Appalachian Studies Association and former…
Sam´s book is a chef´s palette
I find it amazing how several hefty handfuls of wheat grains can take on other visual forms in a variety as food staples, especially breads. I find it amazing how…
‘Historian´ spotlights legendary songster of rhythm
Francesco Paolo LoVecchio aka “Mr. Steel Tonsils”,”Old Leather Lungs”, and “Mr. Rhythm”, but mostly known as Frankie Laine (1930-2007) has been given a posthumously validation by the authorship of…
Could be a multi-cultural film starring the Pitts
Guardianship of life in a civilized society is a monumental responsibility, especially for those whose window to the world has blinds on both sides that shields the Good, the Bad…
Storyteller ‘crumbs’ are delicious
I have this friend who is quite an exceptional artist with a specialty in cartooning. After reading “Precarious” by Al Riske, I envisioned myself as a general practitioner in…
The ‘Ark’ is waiting
Our country is at the most precarious point in time and history. The decisions to be made will not only change our lives, but it will also affect the…
A visual trip inside the City of Lights
“The Tall Trees of Paris” is a book by Matt Wagner that is a collection of artists and their work from the magnificent city of Paris, France. The book is…
Ho! Ho! Ho! ‘Santa Nita’ stopped by
For me, Nita Leland’s art books have always been a wonderful source of information; in fact, her newest, the 30th Anniversary Edition Exploring Color Workshop, was also like experiencing the…
Leland: A definite ‘colorful educator’
When viewing this book, I think of Julie Andrews in that mountaintop scene as she twirls and echoes the “The Hills Are Alive” in the Sound of Music movie –…
‘Fire of Life’
Along with a captive audience, I was totally in awe by the performance of Forever Flamenco recently at the John Anson Ford Theatre. This was a crescendo of over 700…
Coach echoes bravos for baritone
Review by Ann Gresham As said in Robert Browning’s Andrea del Sarto, “Ah, but a man’s reach should exceed his grasp, Or what’s a Heaven for?” I found the latter…
Originality in full bloom
Open your mind and formerly perceived concepts of reality to allow Matthew Blackwell to take you on a journey of his world of reflection. From the streets of downtown LA,…
She wrote about falsies
Written in an approachable and amenable style, however not only aimed at the layman, but also a recommended reading for non-specialists, art historians, curators and scientists alike, Jehane Ragai’s new…
A ‘rare’ experience
I will never forget a lecture series in April 2013 at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio. National Geographic nature photographer, Joel Sartore gave an inspiring talk with…
A treasured time
One of my greatest anticipations during the summer is a journey to the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, Massachusetts with my sister. The Clark is located on…
‘War boy’ story needs told on the big screen
There is no surrealism in my findings in this Holocaust survivor’s life, other than the word or a form of it has been used so many times in this…
My artistic demands met
Approaching a work of art of any period and in any medium, we have the expectation of honesty, integrity, originality, sincerity and mastering his medium. In contemporary art,…
OH: Columbus
WHERE: Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center. WHEN: Saturday, May 11th from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. TITLE: 2013 Ohioana Book Festival BRIEF ABOUT: More than 100 authors, live music, award-winning…
A visual feast
On Saturday, April 6, 2013, it was an evening for art lovers. The galleries in the famed Bergamot Station/Santa Monica area swung open their doors, especially the Sulkin/Secant, where an exhibition…
‘Whoops of pleasure’…
Set in the crown of a Magyar evening at Walt Disney Concert Hall on January 18, 2013, a radiant, commanding Midori (www.gotomidori.com) and the Los Angeles Philharmonic swept aside…
A ‘Force of Nature’ hits Hollywood
The Hollywood Arts Council is welcoming Ian Ross in the Project LA Gallery in Hollywood, California. On Thursday, February 28, Sarah Gough will host an event with artist…
OH: Cincinnati
WHEN: December 2012 Online Edition. TITLE: End of the Year Best Fiction of 2012 BRIEF ABOUT: AEQAI’s Editor Daniel Brown writes “Although The New York Times Books Review’s editors found…
OH: Van Wert
WHERE: Wassenberg Art Center. WHEN: Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 7:00 pm. BRIEF ABOUT: A newly published book, “Grandma’s Garden” authored by Holly Mishler of Monroe Indiana and illustrated…
ME: Portland
WHERE: Portland Museum of Art in the Bernard Osher Foundation Auditorium. WHEN: Thursday, December 13, 2012, 6:00-8:00 pm. BRIEF ABOUT: Photographer Brian Vanden Brink, who is one of the most…
A novel with a forever touching spirit
“Petey” is a young adult book which is about children born in the early 1900s with “deficiencies” and are thought to be idiots, morons or imbeciles; thusly they were put…
Words of our time
Whether it is the way of the Egyptians, or the rice writing by the Japanese, or the beautiful Islamic calligraphy as well as by Pierre-Jules Renard (1864-1910) who integrated the…
Hot fine arts exposed
Emotions and sensations will be running abound at Harvey’s on Beverly in Los Angeles with the soon-to-be opening of “Sensual Impressionism” exhibition and the opening reception with the artists…
A gem among the scholars
Tucked on a corner of a sprawling 350 acre campus of the University of Texas in Austin, stands a building that blends in with the others, however the exterior…
A new ‘bouquet’
There is a saying that deals with fine wine from Othello, II. iii. (315) by William Shakespeare (1564-1616): It goes, “Good wine is a good familiar creature if it…
New book should come with warning
Nita Leland’s art books are informative, adventurous and fun. Her latest accomplishment, “New Creative Collage Techniques” is another jewel in her crown. Each page is a wealth of knowledge…
Enjoy a Green Spring
By Tony Clark, Curator, Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres When winter comes we die a little and many things actually die from exposure or neglect. However spring…
Vintage and Contemporary Unite
There is an old saying that dates back to the 17th century when it comes to spring’s weather, “March comes in like a lion, out like a lamb,” and…
Award-winner talks on Leland book
At the beginning of her book “New Creative Collage Techniques,” Nita Leland says, “Collage is like an amusement park with something for everyone…Anyone can do it, regardless of age or…
They rode on angelic wings
Heather Mercer and Dayna Curry are two faithful women, who decided to bring a better life and a little hope to those in need. “Prisoners of Hope: The Story…
A big Boom for my buck
Children’s author and illustrator, Steven Kellogg lit up the stage at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Van Wert, Ohio. The gregarious artist captured not only mine, but also…
A global revival in my homeland
As you are leaving Beverly Hills, you know instantly that you are entering the Creative City: West Hollywood by the large bronze sculpture garden that runs down the medium…
Simon´s ´Dream´ is history in the making
It has been said many of times and in many ways, but I remain completely confident we never forget our first loves; those which become so deep-rooted in the…
Fiction I really felt
Author Melody Carlson creates such believable characters; I could actually feel their trials and triumphs, such as in “Christmas at Harringtons” where Lena is penniless and down on her…
Rock ‘n Roll
Editor’s note: “Rock ‘n roll” was written by Aljaž Zupančič in a prose review style dedicated to Laurence Vittes that surrounds the Maribor Festival 2011, Boundless Creativity and Song project No. 2, with…
My final Blanton ‘escapade’
Once again I traversed the serenity of the atrium from the diverse exhibition pieces. I traveled upstairs excited to revel in pieces acquired through donations by patrons as Farah Fawcett…
An artist of many dimensions
Music has been a strong influence and inspiration for Todd Williamson in the creation of his works. It started with the local church music of his childhood and later it…
Blanton: My journey continues
After transcending from another dimension, in the atrium sea colors of “Stacked Waters” by Teresita Fernandez, I passed through an archway of Texas Limestone columns into the galleries that house…
Memories made perfect
One of my favorite museums is the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, Massachusetts. I immensely enjoy the drive through the winding country roads leading to…
Revelations of Todd Williamson
I was told that there was a new exhibition, “Divine Disconnect” in West Hollywood, California that I should experience. This gallery was hosting a one man show of the…
He would have loved this one
One concert from the 65th annual Ojai Festival earlier this month, celebrating the reopening of Libbey Bowl, also celebrated, as each successive Festival does, founder Lawrence Morton’s commitment to preserving…
More Springtime, Mostly Baroque
Bach & Schnittke, Maria Alikhanova (flute) and Dmitri Bulgavo (oboe), Chamber Orchestra Kremlin conducted by Misha Rachlevsky, Quartz CD QTZ 2083. If you’ve got an open mind, and would…
Festival is a state library highlight
    (AAPNW-OH) – What more can readers of all ages and interests ask? – It’s open to all, free and no registration required – and all one has to do…
Freshness of springtime sounds
    There has been a continuing spate of superb early music recordings this spring. As always, this is a rich and competitive genre with long term growth potential. Among the…
A book with many revelations . . . . . .
Some books are read because the already words expressed serves as an endorsement about what we found in the first several pages. There are also other visual reasons that come…