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“EarthWind and Fire – Class Acts” Exhibition opens at Renaissance Gallery The exhibition “Earth Wind and Fire – Class Acts” opened with a reception on Sunday March 10, 2013 at the Renaissance Gallery. The exhibit features the work of Leona Mackey, Vernon Howell and Rabert Fulks – each a retired local art instructor, and each an award winning artist producing unique and original work. Pieces by these exceptional, local artists are consistently found in open or juried shows in the Tri-State region and in the State of West Virginia. One or two pieces in such a show however, often leave the viewer wishing for more. This exhibit offers the opportunity for a broader view of their work either over time or through the use of a variety of media. Leona Mackey, a long time
Band Lights up Pumpkin Park By Justin Waybright justin@thecabellstandard.com
MILTON - Silky-smooth, harmonious epiphanies saturated more than 1,000 people March 2. The undeniable unity of Ernie Haase and Signature Sound produced a heavenly sound of hope. The tenor, baritone, lead and bass sounds of Ernie Haase, Devin McGlamery, Doug Anderson and Paul Harkey flowed like the ocean: drawing people in with the message they sung out. “We’re a team that uses harmony to put out a great message,” said Anderson. “Our music is about hope, forgiveness and love.”
A Joyful Sound - Ernie Haase and Signature Sound draw more than 1,000 to Milton’s Pumpkin Park March 2. The quartet wailed out flawless melodies of divine love. Photo by Justin Waybright For the baritone, performing will always be about much more
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Haase. “We would do this all day… We love it so much,” he said. McGlamery, lead for the band, started singing at 5-years-old. He sang in church and in high school. When McGlamery heard Haase’ sound, he was hooked. “When these guys started, I knew that was where I wanted to be,” he said. “I’m living out a dream.” To Harkey, the music he creates is more than a sound: it’s life-changing power. The bass man looked toward the Milton auditorium. “I like to watch people’s faces,” said Harkey. “To see them come
than a pay check. He looked toward McGlamery, Harkey and
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BARBOURSVILLE - A glassshaping-duo takes everyday trash and makes one-of-a-kind art. On the side of U.S. 60, small trees snatch the attention of drivers. Glass bottles hang from the branches, leading visitors toward a business all its own. Inside the building, pieces of art cover walls and shelves. Custom ashtrays, tumblers, beer bottle drink ware, wine goblets, wind chimes, jewelry, candle holders, menu board bottles, toothpick holders, cheese trays,
Artists of a unique trade - Lindsay Baldwin and Sherri Farley stand in their store Glass from the Past. Pieces of hand-made art and custom décor surround them. Photo by Justin Waybright olive dishes, ornaments and stunning wall art greet cus-
tomers. Since Glass from the Past
opened in October, its beautifully peculiar art has drawn people across the Tri-state to 3700 U.S. 60. It all started with a simple idea. “My mom made countertops, and she saw how people flattened bottles, so she bought a kiln and went from there,” explained Lindsay Baldwin, glass artist. Owner Cathy Daniel described the inspiration behind the business. “We made concrete and glass countertops, and used glass, and as we did that, we saw more uses SEE GLASS ON PAGE 9
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