Registration will close on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 for Glaze Workshop with Gina DeSantis at ArtHouse on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 10:00am-1:00PM.  The class costs $50 and inlcudes all supplies. 

 Discover a wide range of glazing techniques to decorate your ceramic pieces.  The workshop is good for beginning or advanced.  Techniques will cover glazing, wax resist, sgraffito, incising, slip trailing, and combing. 

To register, contact ArtHouse directly at (216)-398-8556.  The class will take place at their location a 3119 Denison Ave in Cleveland.

Support local artists & craftspeople at the Salty Not Sweet boutique Grand Opening on March 6, 2010 at 6:00pm!  They are located at 15613 Waterloo Road in Cleveland.

Last year, many of you enjoyed the fact that we highlighted the art-related movies at the 33rd CIFF, so we’re going to do that again this year!  You can view all of the films at their website here.

The Great Contemporary Art Bubble

Showtimes Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 11:50am and Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 2:15pm.  Please watch their website closer to the showtimes, because popular films often have additional show times added.

Who put the “con” in contemporary?  Art critic Ben Lewis wanted to know.  Aghast that the average rise in contemporary art values between 2003-2008 was 800%, Lewis spent one year investigating the art market.  In his hilarious and eye opening film, he strives to find out why. 

 CIFF tickets go on sale to members February 26, 2010 at 11am, and to non-members March 5, 2010 at 11am.

Opening Reception, Friday, February 12, 2010 from 6-10:30PM.  Show will remain up until March 12, 2010.  Presented by Serafino gallery, 11917 Mayfield Road, Cleveland, OH (in Little Italy).  Other artists also on exhibit.  Gallery hours are Thurs-Sat from 1:30-9:30PM or for an appointment, call:  (216)-721-1025.

Exclusive for ArtSmart Cardholders:  FREE GIFT!

Visit us between now and Friday, February, 5, 2010 to earn a FREE GIFT with a purchase of $75 or more.  Choose one of the following free items:

*Utrecht Artists’ Oils:  Your choice of a Series 1 or Series 2 (37ml tube)

*Utrecht 5″x7″ Sketchbook:  Wire bound or Hard bound

*Utrecht Artists’ Acrylics:  Your choice of a Series 1 (5oz tube)

 Print this coupon and present with your ArtSmart card at checkout to receive your free gift.  This offer expires Friday, February 5, 2010 and is valid in-store only.  Coupon code:  86398

We look forward to serving you!