GENESEO — A $20,000 banjo was sold off during a Fine Arts Antiques auction held at Cottone's gallery from Sept. 23-24. According to a press release from Cottone Auction's, a Gibson PT 6 Plectrum Tenor flathead banjo, completely unaltered and in a plush lined case, rose to a price of $20,300. “We’ve been riding a wave of successful auctions, and our only goal for this one was to match or exceed the successful March auction that grossed $1.7 … [Read more...]
Dansville Artworks Calls on All Artists for Dansville-Themed Exhibit
DANSVILLE – Dansville ArtWorks seeks submissions from artists ages 18 and older for its next exhibit, Dansville - Past, Present, and Future. Accoring to a press release by Dansville ArtWorks, running from May 5 to June 25. Original 2D and 3D artworks incorporating the theme are welcome. The application deadline has been extended to April 16, and drop off for work will be later this month. Guidelines and the submission form are available … [Read more...]
Dansville Artworks and Myers Cancer Center Elevate Cancer Patients’ Hats as Art
DANSVILLE – Dansville Artworks and Noyes Memorial Hospital will soon jointly open 'Hats Off,' an exhibit and month-long silent auction that turns the artistic spotlight on various headgear in cancer patients' daily lives. According to a press release from Dansville ArtWorks and the Noyes Health Foundation, the exhibit will have an opening reception on March 31 followed by a month-long silent auction. A live auction will close the event on … [Read more...]
Nice, Dansville Resident, Takes the Helm as Gallery Coordinator for Dansville ArtWorks
Dansville – Dansville ArtWorks announces that Lucus Nice has joined them as Gallery Coordinator. According to a press release from Dansville ArtWorks, Nice, a Dansville resident, served as Interim Director of the Red Cross Clara Barton Chapter House. He dabbles in visual art and has a strong background in retail sales management. “Lucus’s nonprofit and for-profit experience is a rare combination, particularly in a smaller community," … [Read more...]
SUNY Geneseo Gallery Director to Judge Photography at Dansville ArtWorks
DANSVILLE – Dansville ArtWorks picked the director of SUNY Geneseo's galleries as juror for their next competitive photography exhibit, for which applications are now open. According to a press release from Dansville ArtWorks, Cynthia Hawkins, Director of Galleries for SUNY Geneseo, will choose three photographers as 'best of show,' awarding cash prizes of $100, $50 and $25. Visitors to the gallery will also vote on an additional People's … [Read more...]
Grab Artistic Gifts and Taste Local Beers this Week at Dansville ArtWorks Gallery
DANSVILLE – The Dansville ArtWorks Main Street gallery will be a beacon to thirsty shoppers looking for unique, hand-made artistic gifts this Thursday. According to a press release from Dansville Artworks, on Dec. 10, shoppers can browse their gift shop and Tis the Season exhibit, which has many 2D and 3D pieces for sale, including a chess table, chandelier, jewelry and pottery sets, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and enjoy samples of locally brewed … [Read more...]
Tis the Season at Dansville ArtWorks Gallery with New Art and Events
DANSVILLE – The current exhibit at Livingston County's only Main Street art gallery, Dansville ArtWorks, offers diverse and colorful interpretations of the fast approaching season, all through works created by local artists. According to a press release from Dansville Artworks, the free exhibit, Tis the Season, features personal interpretations of the approaching season using an array of paintings, sculptures, and unique 2D and 3D art created … [Read more...]