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Artist Transforms Some Of Philadelphia Into Canvas Reflecting Crisis In America

Ten blocks in the heart of Philadelphia will be turned into a canvas reflecting a crisis in America.

2013/05/12

‘Artlantic’ Transforms Vacant Lot In Atlantic City

On Monday, world-renowned artist Peter Hutchinson added his touch at the Artlantic site.

2013/05/06

Drawing Instructor Says Delighting In Small Things Will Help Creativity

Marshalling creativity may be more art than science, especially where a Seattle drawing instructor is concerned.

2013/05/05

(Credit: FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

Expert Lays Out Alternative Drama Triangle For Workplace

The classic characters of drama may be fun to watch in plays or movies but they’re a major distraction in the office.

2013/05/04

Eye On The Arts: Ellsworth Kelly Exhibit

Kelly is an abstract artist who came to see the installation of his wall sculptures, which are on exhibit at the Barnes Foundation this summer.

2013/05/02

(L-R: Shannon Ryan, Taylor Matsinger, Harry Fash, Paulina Iniewicz, Tiffany Gannon, Jessica Lerner and Teacher Jessica Fidler. Credit: Michelle Durham)

Local Students Make It To Top 50 In Van’s Custom Culture Contest

Students from Central Bucks High School South have been named among the Top 50 finalists in Van’s Custom Culture contest, a national competition designed to inspire creativity in teens.

2013/04/28

(Philadelphia School District headquarters. File photo by Mike DeNardo)

‘Massive Layoffs’ Loom As Philadelphia School District Attempts To Fill $300M Budget Hole

The school district says “massive layoffs” and program cuts loom if it doesn’t fill its $300 million budget hole.

2013/04/18

Draw Quest App

The DrawQuest app features daily drawing competitions that let you and countless other people flex your creative muscles.

2013/04/18

Mural Arts Launches 2013 Tour Season

The tour runs every Saturday in April, Saturday and Sundays in May and then five days a week beginning in June.

2013/04/06

(The reflecting pool and gardens behind the Rodin Museum in Philadelphia. Photo by Karin Phillips)

‘The Burghers’ Returns To Rodin Museum

Auguste Rodin’s “The Burghers of Calais” was set down with a giant crane Friday at the museum, which recently completed a three-year renovation inside and out.

2013/03/22

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival Touches Down In Montgomery County

A successful crafts festival, that travels the country year round touting its “Made in America” experience, is pulling into Montgomery County to showcase many one of a kind works.

2013/03/16

(The Philadelphia Museum of Art. File photo)

Pharmaceutical Company Donates N.C. Wyeth Painting To Philadelphia Museum Of Art

The work by N.C. Wyeth was one of 16 illustrations made in 1929 for a translation of Homer’s Greek classic “The Odyssey.”

2013/03/05

National Museum Of American Jewish History

Jewish Museum Exhibit Captures Life During Great Depression

Many of the artists worked as part of the Works Progress Administration, which supported workers during the depression. They used vibrant colors to tell showcase life amid layoffs, food shortages, housing crises and the escalating anti-Semitism.

2013/01/28

Friday Nights At The Barnes

The priceless art collection at the Barnes Foundation attracts a record-breaking number of visitors almost every day. But on Friday nights, the museum is open with music, tastings, even a pajama party for the children.

2013/01/17

The Barnes Foundation (Credit: Steve Tawa)

Fridays At The Barnes

As if a staggering art collection weren’t enough, the Barnes Foundation is offering a lively mix of music, theater, and other programs every Friday night.

2012/12/15