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I deal with contrast a lot. If a piece of art or a photograph does not have enough contrast it will not print well. You can’t see what is in the picture. M-W.com defines contrast as the difference or degree of difference between things having similar or comparable nature. Without contrast there is no image; either there is a blank canvas or the canvas is full of similar components. Some prefer just enough contrast to have what they consider to be soft and relaxing, others prefer what I would call clutter. In art, I like an intense arrangement of dissimilar elements. I believe contrast creates passion. I do not see how one could be passionate about something that is barely visible or too chaotic. But, as we all know, art is subjective... How do you react when something enters your experience that is very different from your preference? When the situation seems to be a polar opposite, do you feel vulnerable and weak or excited and energized? When people enter your life you notice either your similarities or your differences. You may use that to determine whether you like them or not. You will notice all the things you have in common with a new friend, but when you decide not to be friends with someone or don’t like someone on first impression, you will focus on the contrast. In life, my preference is to be challenged just enough for growth. I don’t want everybody to agree with me, but I do like to share my space with people who have similar interests. There is comfort in similarities. Children encourage growth. They are always ready for a new experience. My daughter sees right through me, and my son is exactly like me. I see what I like about myself in my son, and I see how much simpler life could be through my daughter’s eyes. They are very different but appreciate what they have to teach each other. I believe we live for contrast. Once we embrace a moment that is full of opposition we can see what we really want. Like the Ying and the Yang; without light there is not darkness and without darkness you can’t see the light. I challenge you to say, “That is what I want” instead of focusing on, ‘that is what I do not want’. It will change your life. Did you notice a new look and a lot of new faces in Piney Woods Live this issue? Thanks to Randi, Gary, Tracy and the rest of the crew we are better able to find and display all of the wonderful Piney Woods Artists. Visit us at www.PineyWoodsLive.com and sign up for our newsletter. Contrast surrounds us. Denice Barton dbnkw
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Abilities Arts Festival:
A Celebration of Disability Arts and Culture The festival begins with Connections 5, a new visual art exhibit created by artists with disabilities. The exhibit will be on display and open to the public for the month of October. September 29th – October 1st we host the In Celebration of Our Children and Youth, a free, day-long event for children of school age, packed with dynamic performances from artists with disabilities (registration required).
sensation as a "mirage." It is a performance installation with movementbased performance, video art, sound art and a series of mirror booths. The festival continues with Signals From The Stage on October 7, 2010. This vibrant evening will feature an eclectic mix of the best local and national artists with disabilities performing in a mixed media program featuring dance, music and spoken word.
(This event is not held in Texas, but we thought our readers might find it encouraging.) Abilities Arts Festival: A Celebration of The excitement continues on October 2nd We close this year’s festival with the Film Disability Arts and Culture showcases artiswith Family Day where we’ll welcome fami- Forum, showcasing films by artists with dis- tic excellence by artists with disabilities. It lies from the GTA and beyond to join us for abilities. For more information on the 2010 promotes multidisciplinary, performing and a day of fun and performances and Mirage at festival events, including details on perform- media arts and uses dynamic and powerful Scotiabank Nuit Blanche. Mirage is an Igers, locations and tickets, visit our website at artistic presentations to positively impact neous collaborative work that plays on perwww.abilitiesartsfestival.org mainstream attitudes. ceptual illusion and explores phantom-limb
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Thursday Night Art & Music at Caffè Tazza Every Thursday night from 5:00 p.m. to Sit back and soak in the atmosphere as 9:00 p.m. join Caffè Tazza in celebrating you enjoy delicious food and wine, or local artists and musicians. the most amazing cup of coffee in East Texas. It is your chance to escape to a On Thursday nights, local artists are the place where time stands still for a few stars. The featured artist’s work is dishours while you relax and enjoy an artplayed on 6 panels for you to enjoy and ist’s hours of labor, the sounds of a contemplate. You can meet the artist skilled musician, and savor the handmade and discuss his or her work, as well as food of a caring cook while you enjoy purchase the art for your personal enjoy- wines straight from the vineyards of Italy. ment! What could be better? Local musicians provide entertainment ranging from duo Spanish guitars, with their intertwining melodies, to lilting folk tunes that bring back long lost memories. The musicians are professionals and teachers who bring creativity and beauty to the café through their songs.
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Substance & Form: The Art of George Tobolowsky will be on view in the Museum’s Bell Gallery, September 5 – November 28 and is organized by Grace Museum in Abilene. Collectors’ Circle Sponsors (as of print date) are Betty and Dick Summers. The exhibition showcases steel and stainless steel sculptures created by George Tobolowsky who uses found objects such as scrap metal and discarded machine parts. A Dallas-based attorney and businessman, Tobolowsky had his first solo exhibition in 2006, immediately garnering critical acclaim for his unique handling of unusual materials. Through his works, familiar objects are reborn; wasted metals are revived. The final product solicits both recognition and surprise from viewers, making Tobolowsky’s work accessible and appealing to a broad audience. “Tobolowsky is an important contemporary artist in Texas, and we are excited to bring his work to TMA,” said TMA Director Kimberley Bush Tomio. “In addition to the works on view in the gallery, we will also have four impressive sculptures installed outside on Museum grounds. This is a dynamic exhibition that I think will be nicely complimented by the Griffith exhibition, yet another example of exceptional Texas art.”
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Ellie Taylor has exhibited in Longview Museum of Fine Art, El Paso Museum of Fine Art, North East Texas College in Mt. Pleasant, Houston Museum of Fine Art, and also in the International Museum of Contemporary Masters of Fine Art. Currently in Frame-Up Gallery Tyler and Gallery 205 in Kilgore.
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The Tyler Museum of Art will open two exhibitions in September, both of which feature Texas artists.
L.O. Griffith: Painting the Texas Landscape will be on view in the North Gallery September 19, 2010 - January 2, 2011. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and free for TMA Members. The exhibition is organized by the TMA and will feature over 70 pieces by early Texas artist L.O. (Louis Oscar) Griffith (1875 -1956), artworks that have not been featured in a major exhibition in over 70 years. Corporate sponsor for L.O. Griffith: Painting the Texas Landscape is Genecov Group. Collectors’ Circle sponsors are the Robert M. Rogers Foundation and Mr. and Mrs. John Glass, Jr. Griffith’s works were largely inspired by and created during sketching trips through West Texas that he took with mentor Frank Reaugh, a legendary Dallas based artist and teacher. The works depict a landscape that was endlessly inspiring to Griffith, who captured the rough character of the West Texas landscape with a soft hand and delicate rendering. Once primarily recognized as an American Impressionist, Griffith emerges before us as one of the early Texas artists whose eye was captivated by the striking, unparalleled color and texture of the state’s terrain. For more information on exhibitions, events, lectures, and more, please visit www.tylermuseum.org. The Tyler Museum of Art, accredited by the American Association of Museums, is located at 1300 S. Mahon Ave., adjacent to the Tyler Junior College campus off East Fifth Street. Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. (The Museum is closed Mondays and major holidays.) Lunch is available in the Museum Café from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and the TMA Gift Shop is open during Museum hours. For more information, call (903) 595-1001.
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MINEOLA LEAGUE OF THE ARTS Mineola League of the Arts would like to invite all quilters in the East Texas area to participate in this year's Annual "Quilt Show Celebration".
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Our purpose is to provide an opportunity for quilters to display their work; to stimulate and improve members' creative endeavors; to provide the opportunity for communication and exchange of ideas between members and interested community participants; and to expand community Darlene A. Rouse started her painting career stuck on the outskirts of a little town in Texas. While interests and education in the arts. praying and painting on her kitchen wall, she got Quilt entry forms may be picked up at the League her answer. She was commissioned to paint a or online at www.mlota.org. Entry form deadline mural in a new restaurant in the town square. From that time forward she never turned back, is September 17, 2010. Quilt does not need to be work came on a regular basis. finished by this date. If you have any questions, please call the office at 903-569-8877 or email us During her many travels, she saw great works of at mlota@sbcglobal.net. art; her most memorable was going through The Hermitage in St. Petersburg, Russia, where her DENNA MILLER Article submissions: Articles are accepted and repassion for Art ignited. You can view or purchase viewed by a panel. Photos may accompany articles. her work at Pottery Design, 1017 Fourth Street Space, relevance, writing and appropriateness play a Artist, Longview. Painting lessons? darlene@darnyarnit. huge part in the decision making process. Individual BFA Studio Art com artists are more likely to have fewer than 100 words plus Art Teacher, a photo published. Sign up at PineyWoodsLive.com for our newsletter and to receive a request for submission certified Pre-K thru 12
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Terry Hawkins hosts a concert at the Tyler Street Bistro for Kate Klim & Kim Richardson Sunday, September 5th at 3:00 Labor Day Weekend. The concert is free; donations encouraged to help with the artists expenses. Kate is a gifted singer/songwriter that plays keyboard and was a Kerrville New Folk Award winner at the 2010 Kerrville Folk Festival. Kim Richardson another New Folk Winner, thrives on involving the audience. Richardson encourages her fans to “experience” her shows rather than just watch and listen. Kim’s songs live with a lot of humor and attitude, accompanied by a percussive acoustic guitar. A great opportunity to see two of the six winners from the Kerrville Festival!
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HENDERSON CIVIC THEATRE Henderson Civic Theatre is proud to announce Little Shop Of Horrors, A Musical Comedy directed by Travis Driver. This rock musical by writer Howard Ashman and composer Alan Menken is based on the 1960 film by Roger Corman. Seymour Krelborn, an orphan working in Mr. Mushnik's Flower Shop in the dismal Skid Row, tries to win over his love, Audrey, with a talking, singing, man-eating plant! As he plans to feed Audrey's psychotic dentist boyfriend to the plant, Audrey II, Seymour finds himself in all sorts of hilarious trouble. Show dates are September 30, October 1, 2, 7, 8, and 9 at 7:00 PM and October 3 and 10 at 2:30 PM. For more information you can email Henderson Civic Theatre at info@hendersoncivictheater. com, visit our website at www.hendersoncivictheater.com, or call us at 903-657-2968. Ticket prices are $12 for adults, $10 for senior citizens, and $7 for students and children. Henderson Civic Theatre is located at 122 East Main, Downtown Henderson, Texas 75654.
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This ongoing body of work explores the fleeting moments between dreaming and waking – the blurred seconds in which imagination and reality collide. She does this entirely in camera, rather than with post-processing manipulations. For this, Susan created twenty-one hand-made unpredictable and technically challenging film cameras and lenses. Susan Burnstine is an award winning Los Angeles fine art/commercial photographer. Susan is represented in galleries across the country, widely published throughout the world. She writes for several photography magazines, including a
“Jazz Funeral” is one of three large wire wall murals by Bart Soutendijk on display this month at the Longview Museum of Fine Arts. Bart, a resident of Quitman, TX, makes wall mounted wire murals for public, commercial and resiDillon Chevalier is dential locations. The wire pieces are the final a folk singer/song- step in a simplification process that starts with a writer originally photograph or group of photographs. He makes from Gilmer, Texas. and remakes a line drawing to emphasize only He is also a recent graduate from Texas A&M the essence of the subject, then, like the poet who University with a degree in Wildlife & Fisheries reviews every word, he re-examines every turn Sciences. and curve as he bends the wire into a sculpture -- a large line drawing in space. The final installation, Dillon currently lives in Dallas, Texas and is working on his second full-length album that will a solid line in front of a moving shadow, has scale enough to suit a large space without dominating feature 10 original songs. You can check out his music and find out more about the album at www. the room. His work has been purchased by collectors from all over the world. dillonchevalier.com. His music can be found on iTunes and at www.cdbaby.com/artist/dilloncheWire Wall Murals by Bart Soutendijk http://www. valier. You may also contact him at booking@ wirewallart.com dillonchevalier.com.
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VINTAGE 15 LONGVIEW, TX ROOTS The Vintage 15 proves to be a compelling listen from the start. Music Director and seasoned trumpet player/bandleader Steve Moreland, has assembled fifteen fresh faces from all over the country to carve out a corner of the Austin, Texas jazz scene. The Vintage 15 take their name from a literal place and the music is built on the heritage of The Great American Song Book.
Mafioso leader Tony Alto got “toasted” in his car. Now you’re invited to the wake to meet all the crazy families gathered to pay their last respects to their boss, and maybe even figure out “Who Done It?” Winnsboro Center for the Arts proudly presents The Altos, Like “The Sopranos,” Only Lower”—a song and dance murder mystery spoof of the hit HBO series “The Sopranos.” The Italian cuisine of this Dinner Theatre is exceptional. Tickets (Adult Fare $30) are now available in downtown Winnsboro at Copper Leaf Spa, Slender Lady, Brewbaker’s (Winnsboro Bakery) and the Chamber of Commerce at the Depot. Tickets may be purchased on credit card by phone at WCA by calling 903638-1960, later available at “Will Call” at 7:00, one-half hour before the play begins at 7:30pm.
The Vintage 15’s angle of youth and experience is the first thing one might notice about this band of twenty to thirty something year old jazz lovers, whose line-up is as follows: Steve Moreland - Band Director/Trumpet; Drew Bennett - Lead Vocals; Owen Summers, James Zuniga, Wes Peart, Robert Perkins – Sax; Jon Merz, Tori Hamill Longview, Texas, Kyle Johnson – Trombone; Derrick Becker, Dee Spencer – Trumpet; Victoria Sanchez – Vocals; Mike St. Clair, Derek Tarnow, Zach As part of this interactive mystery, the audiKnox, Jason Flenniken - Rhythm Section. ence members write down clues provided Sanchez was a rising talent in the Austin music by the actors. Those who correctly solve the mystery receive a prize. It’s fun and games and scene, having most recently been a part of hi-jinks with these mobsters, one of whom has Austin’s local, Rotel and the Hot Tomatoes. “She stepped up to the mic and blew everycommitted “murder.” The audience is invited body away with her voice,” said Bennett. “We to join in the fun by wearing “mobster” gear knew instantly that she was the one to com(no real guns, please). plete the band.” The all-star cast, in order of appearance, includes: Randy Lindsey, Maryann Miller, Doug Developing fresh takes on classic jazz stanGrantham, David Daugherty, Kat Sillick, Mia dards has been the goal since. In late January, Tallant, Tony Grosso and Gus Gustafson. The the band entered the studio to record with Ausplay is directed by Randy Lindsey, written by tin producer and guitarist, Bradley Kopp. They David Landau, music & lyrics by Nikki Stern. turned out an EP with plans on adding more Produced by special arrangement with Samuel tracks to their first album by the end of 2010. www.vintage15.com French, New York City, USA.
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The fourth annual Spooky Art Show is scheduled on October 30, 2010. Children from all grades at all Longview and surrounding schools are invited to make Halloween art to hang in the museum. Families are invited to attend the show to see their children’s art hanging at no charge. Last year’s events included a costume contest and a pumpkin carving contest with a middle school string ensemble from Judson Middle School that played scary music. A Pet Parade and Fun Run have also been discussed. We have a Haunted Hall for older children for a nominal fee. That evening beginning at 7 pm, LMFA is hosting a free street dance in front of the museum on Tyler Street. Family Court Judge Tim Wommack’s band Galaxy will be playing for our “Monster Mash” celebrating fall, lit by the museum’s new canopies. Costumes are optional this year since it's the day before Halloween! A photo of a 2008 street dance is shown above. Each year Spring Hill High School art instructor and LMFA Advisory Board member Howard "Bud" Dunn brings us the best promotional art for the museum to advertise this activity. This year's art features Edward Munch’s The Scream complete with Dracula and Frankenstein’s monster added in the background and a werewolf in the foreground. We will use his art for posters and hopefully t-shirts. Please contact Renee Hawkins, Executive Director Longview Museum of Fine Arts, 215 E. Tyler St., Longview, TX 75601. 903.753.8103 www.LMFA.org
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DOWNTOWN “No Finer Place For Sure”* by Jordan Bowen While on a recent visit to my hometown of Longview, my parents and I drove downtown to try the Thai food at Lil’ Thai House. I was surprised enough to discover that Longview now has a Thai restaurant -- but the thing that surprised me more was all the people! It was a weekday, and despite the intermittent rain, there were people everywhere, walking around and enjoying themselves. The air was lively with music from the restaurants and clubs, and a young man watched the passerby from the balcony of his second floor apartment. We soon discovered that we had stumbled across Art Walk Downtown Longview which is a self guided tour of downtown businesses exhibiting and selling art.
from pedestrian traffic and walkable, mixed use areas (with residences near shops and venues).
For such a small city, Longview has always had cosmoI can remember, politan aspirations: as a child, a time crosswalk signs when the down- even where people town business don’t walk, a bus district presented system, a legendary a very different community theatre, picture. It was a the Longview Museum of Fine Arts, and terrific venues like the Belcher center. place you went It’s that unique combination of big and small that makes a community exceptional. only if you had Longview has done that by moving forward with the new spirit of its downtown. to, and certainly you would not Jordan Bowen currently lives in Brooklyn, New York. He is a writer and poet. He linger too long currently is a student at Columbia University.. on the street at * From the lyrics to the Petula Clark song, “Downtown” written by Tony Hatch. night. Sure, it ** Photos by Don Auderer. More of his collection can be viewed at auderer.org or had a sort of www.artwalklongview.com charm. Armadillo Willy’s, nestled behind that overhanging tree where Gerald’s is today, was a sort of outpost, where Kenny Wayne Shepherd once played. The city, however, was headed north. For decades, Longview, like many towns and cities in America, believed that it should expand outward. Our tight-knit East Texas community, with its modern high school hidden among towering pine trees, had changed from an old oil boom town into something more sprawling and suburban. There were larger stores, with plenty of new things to buy, but somehow they didn’t feel as much like Longview. Some of those parking lots and shopping centers, while certainly convenient and necessary, could be Anywhere, USA. Longview has always had a certain sense of history, so it’s fitting that the city is looking back to its old downtown. Revitalizing this area has helped a number of local businesses to thrive, encouraged music and the arts, and is a great attraction for visitors. The younger generation, especially those who went to college in a place like Austin, might be encouraged to stay near their families and invest in their hometown when they have the option to walk just a couple of blocks from their apartments to see live music, watch ultimate fighting at Willy G’s, read a book at Deb’s Downtown Cafe, or taste Thai green curry, without spending a dime on gas. People of all ages can appreciate what’s going on downtown. Surely many of the city’s growing number of senior citizens would like to live in a more walkable, close-knit community with reliable public transit. It’s an encouraging sign that Longview city planners have had the foresight to see that the small town, middle class values that our community holds dear are encouraged in a place where people can walk and talk together, sit on a bench, visit an art gallery, and mingle with other locals. It’s good for Longview’s economy, too. Local shops and restaurants benefit
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The “B” Side of by Randy Brown
RESPECT YOURSELF!
Music
“If you don’t respect yourself Ain’t nobody else gonna do it” Respect Yourself - words and Music by Luther Ingram & Mack Rice Performed by The Staples Singers in 1971
precious time and energy imbues you and your performance with value. So, don’t sell yourself short.
Most folks reading this article don’t have agents When I was thinking about writing this article, the first thing that popped into my or representation. Let’s face it, this is East Texas and not exactly the center of the professional music world. Most of us can’t afford to or don’t want to entrust our brain was the chorus to the song “Respect Yourself” from 1971. Made popular booking and publicity to a third party. That means we are doing it for ourselves. by the Staples Singers and covered by everyone from Aretha Franklin to Bruce Willis, Rolling Stone listed it as one of the 500 best songs ever. I wholeheartedly Fact is, most folks aren’t trying to take advantage of you but they are trying to get as much as possible for as little as possible. After all, isn’t that what we agree, especially since those words still ring so ring true 40 years later in our all want? If you do decide to play for free, then you need to provide your own “new” DIY, independent, self-directed, self-powered and less influence from big value. Ask for your billing to be in a larger font, for a green room, for lodging, record labels music business as it exists today. If fact, it probably means more for meals, for parking close to the load-in area, for help with load-in and for an than it ever did before. Last month we talked about respecting your audience environment that best suits your performance/presentation. This isn’t being a and the folks you work for/with but this month we are going to be a little more pain or a prima donna; it is simply getting respect for what you do by asking for personal. those thing that put you and your music in the very best light possible. If you don’t ask for it then no one will know you need/want those things. Never ask for In the music business everyone wants something and most folks want it for free things that disrespect the person you are performing for and always treat others or at least as cheaply as possible. As a talented musician you will often be the as you want to be treated. But demanding that you are also treated with respect target of this. Many people from friends to venue operators will want to use is not only your right but your responsibility to your talent and your career in your talent to their gain without giving you proper credit or compensation. Now, music. Believe it or not it also sets perceptions and expectations for the next that doesn’t mean, you don’t do the free set now and then to garner attention for performance and performer. Respecting yourself raises the bar of professionalyourself, your music or to help a worthy charity. But you should set limits to this. ism for youself and for those who follow you. So, do it for you AND your fellow musicians, REPECT YOURSELF!! See you next issue. If you don’t value what you do then no one else will. You may be naturally talented, but your skills and chops did not come to you magically. They were honed and perfected by hours, months and years of practice, study and repetition. That is your investment in the music business. Your
Randy Brown is a small business owner and singer/songwriter in East Texas and has been involved with many sides of the music business over the years, from being a sideman, a sound man, touring songwriter, operating a venue, and a recording studio owner/engineer.
Audition Call!
On September 11, 2010, Artsview Children’s Theatre of Longview will be scheduling auditions for more than 25 roles in the musical, “Oliver,” by Dickens. Be prepared to sing with a kareoke CD or sheet music for the accompanist as a part of your audition. Audition appointments for adult and children’s roles can be made by calling 903-236-7535. The Oliver performance will take place at the Longview Community Center on November 18-21, 2010. Tickets are $12 per person in advance or $15 per person at the door.
Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series
Mark your calendars for Longview’s Fall Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series & Downtown Market located at Heritage Plaza and the bank drive-thru lanes directly south of Heritage Plaza. Dates are October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th and November 5th. Market hours 10am - 1:30pm. Music 12pm - 1pm.
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GRAHAME HOPKINS The “Trails Country Treasure” is an annual award in recognition of members of the community who have contributed significantly to furthering the Arts. This year’s selection of Grahame Hopkins for the award, followed by a reception, is Sunday, September 26th at 2:00pm at the Winnsboro Center for the Arts, 200 Market Street, Winnsboro, Texas. The public is invited. In addition to being one of the founders of the Winnsboro Center for the Arts in 2001, along with talented wife, Tracy Hopkins, Grahame has taught art classes to youth at the Memorial Middle School and at the Elementary School in Winnsboro. Recently he was the guiding hand to youth who created art from “Found Objects,” to raise awareness of Recycling. This project was supported by a grant, in part, from the Texas Commission on the Arts and the Winnsboro Cultural Arts District. A graduate of Mosley Secondary School of Art and the Birmingham College of Arts, before “retiring,” Grahame had a long and successful career in the United Kingdom and in the United States as an artist, illustrator, designer, writer, producer and creative director. If all this isn’t enough, Grahame is one of the stars August 28th in the Center’s annual fund raiser, “Cabaret,” where he will perform a vaudeville comedy act. Though he became rich and famous as founder of the STRATEGIC Group— named as one of the Top 30 promotion agencies in the U.S. in the early ‘80’s—Grahame’s down-to-earth humor and good nature makes him a favorite with art students—youth and adults alike.
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The East Texas Steel Guitar Association presents every 3rd Sunday of each month. The program features two steel guitar artists for an afternoon of classic country, western swing and gospel music. These programs are presented at no charge and the public is invited. Each program starts at 1:30 P.M. and ends around 3:45 P.M. The September program features three of our own ETSGA members. They are Jim Ragan from Ben Wheeler, Larry Dunn from LaRue and Judson Scott from Shreveport, LA. These 3 players will represent different stages of steel guitar accomplishments and are sure to have your toes tappin'. You are invited to bring your friends and family for an afternoon of good old Texas music. Contact Charles Tilley at 903-360-1111 for further information.
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Larry C. Kitchen received a Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from Sam Houston State University, and a Masters of Arts degree from The University of Texas at Tyler, Texas, where he attended on scholarship and received his degree
Mr. Kitchen's work is currently on display and under representation at Monticello Fine Art Gallery in Downtown Fort Worth, Texas. Kitchen’s paintings have been exhibited in galleries and universities throughout Texas, including the Anne Dean Turk Fine Art Gallery, The University Gallery at the University of Texas Tyler, Dallas Baptist Fine Art Gallery, L&L Gallery of Longview, Texas, The Wild Bunch Gallery, Lufkin, Texas, Fine Art Gallery of the College of South Plains and "Five Texas Illustrators" show at the University of Texas A&M at Commerce, TX. He has taught and lectured at several universities and colleges in Texas, and over the past twenty year directed the Advertising/Graphic Design Department at Kilgore College in Kilgore, Texas. Larry now devotes much of his time to painting historical narratives. His commissions have taken him across the State of Texas and further in search of factual information to aid his work. Over the past decade trips to the East Coast and to the deserts of West Texas have proved inspirational and invaluable in building his paintings. His works include the History Mural at The University of Texas Health Center in Tyler, Texas, "Downtown Gladewater, 1932" at the Gladewater Banking Center Lobby, in Gladewater, Texas, "Marshall Courthouse" at the Marshall Banking Center, in Marshall, Texas, . His work has also been featured in Tyler Today Magazine, in the article, "Larry Kitchen, Kilgore's Renaissance Man". Larry resides in Kilgore, Texas with his wife, Laurie. Website: www.LarryKitchen.com
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SUSAN TANNER
A native of west Texas, Susan Tanner’s photography reflects her understanding of natural design while delving into the simplicities of the human culture. She produces artworks in a variety of media, however photography has always served as a cornerstone in her artistic endeavors. A recent vacation in Italy served as inspiration for Susan’s latest creations. Her most recent images reflect a glimpse into the peaceful – and robust – Tuscan countryside, architecture and people. Susan’s works have been published in newspapers, magazines, journals, books and film. She has participated in several solo as well as group exhibitions and is currently establishing herself in the East Texas art market. Her work may be seen at Art World on McCann Road in Longview (www.artworldlongview.com).
TWILA COLLINS I am a singer/songwriter and have lived in Gilmer most of my life. I have enjoyed performing at the Gladewater and Mt Pleasant Opry as well as the East Texas Yamboree. For a season in Gilmer, I had the honor of hosting a Country/Gospel show at the Gilmer Civic Center where I got to perform with many talented individuals. I currently have an album titled “I Love The Way” made up of gospel songs that were written by me and a dear friend. The album was recorded at the Song Factory Studio in Gilmer, Texas. I began singing at a young age in church and have been the worship leader at Church of Power for the past 26 years. I have been greatly influenced by classic country singers such as Patsy Cline and Tammy Wynett. I also enjoy the sound of today’s country music as well as country and contemporary gospel music. I hope that music will continue to be part of my life for many years to come. twila5859@yahoo.com
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WINE & DINE THE PINEY WOODS
Swirl, Sniff, Sip, Repeat or Trust The Winemaker by Rick Vanderpool
I was asked to offer tips on wine tasting in this piece, but frankly, I have but one suggestion – ONLY trust the owner or winemaker (not the bubbly, cute little server guys or gals) at each winery. Yep, simple as that, ‘cause the person whose name is on the label, or the one who made the wine (often, but not always, this is the owner) should know best and capably advise the following: 1. The size and shape of the glass from which to properly enjoy this wine; 2. The proper temperature of the wine (for storage and serving); 3. The visual (the color and clarity, etc.); 4. The proper swirling (to allow some air to mix with the wine – to wake it up – looks silly, but very important); 5. The sniffing (again, might look silly, but very important); 6. The actual sipping (learn the proper way, for maximum enjoyment – otherwise, get yourself a “Box O’ Mystery Wine” at WalMart and guzzle away)… 7. What you MIGHT be tasting in this wine, IF your taste buds were identical to the server’s, of course – a no-brainer here – if it tastes good to YOU, drink it and buy some to try at home. If it does not taste good to you, try another wine… Final tip – give the owner or winemaker the benefit of the doubt. He/she should know how to make good wine, and is certainly interested in serving and selling good wine, BUT that is no guarantee that your personal taste will be in agreement. If you do not find the wine pleasing for any reason – try another wine. There are plenty of great ones in Texas. And speaking of great Texas wines, may I suggest that you try some made by Jeffrey Sneed – Winemaker/Owner of Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards in Pittsburg – www.lospinosranchvineyards.com. My favorite, so far, is Jeffrey’s “Rosie the Riveter”, which I sampled at the Bois d’Arc Bash Wine Tasting, last September, in Commerce, Texas. I
liked the wine so much that I am proud to say it inspired in-depth research resulting in my first Texas Wine song (a parody on Muskrat Love, a tune made popular by the duo, Captain & Tenile, and written by Willis Alan Ramsey), although Texas Wines and my “Ninety days in Texas Wine Country” have inspired countless verses and essays. If you recall the 80’s tune, see if my new words don’t fit and educate as well. By all means, please feel free to burst into song. Sipping a fine Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards vintage might help… Muscat Love* Muscat, Muscat, world’s oldest wine, Blanc or Canelli, either is fine, In the evenin’, It’s pretty pleasin’… Muscat lovers, Muscat fans, For 5,000 years, in every land, Smile as we pour it, How we adore it…
*(with no apologies to Willis Alan Ramsey, but bet he’d enjoy a bottle of Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards’ Rosie the Riveter – a delicious, sweet red Muscat Canelli blend by Winemaker Jeffrey Sneed…) Cheers, Rick Rick Vanderpool is a writer/photographer, living in Lubbock, Texas. See his work at www.flickr.com/ photos/stateart1 and www.whatssograpeabouttexas.com. Meet Rick at Canton First Monday Trade Days – Arbors II. Email: stateart1@yahoo.com
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And we sip with our friends at the cafe, Or a quiet night home, we’re so happy, The nectar’s from the heavens above, Just call it Muscat Love… It’s tasty with seafood, pasta or cheese, Muscat is perfect with dessert if you please, just yummy Puts a smile In each tummy… And Muscat tickles your fancy Down to your toes Muscat, oh Muscat, a glass of it glows, And a sip makes you wiggle; another, you’ll giggle… And we toast, and we sip, every season, We drink it for every reason, The nectar sent from heaven above, We’re all in Muscat Love…
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The Gourmet Hunter With Culinary Expert Justin Thomas It’s been a while but I am back on the road and ready to share my adventures. This month my taste buds have led me to the small town of Winona where I found Odell’s Pizza & Pasta. This cozy Italian restaurant has been on my radar for some time now. Owner Harry Jones could not have picked a better location. An old main street brick building has been the home of Odell’s since 1996. Upon entry my senses were overwhelmed with the smell of fresh baked bread, Italian herbs and the smooth sounds of classic jazz. An eclectic collection of hand painted artwork from local artists is covering the walls. The artists are carefully chosen and the display is changed regularly. The restaurant seats around fifty people very comfortably with ten tables and a small bar area.
tion complementing the robust sauce and vegetables. The enormous pieces of sausage exploded with juicy flavor and spices. Unfortunately I was unable to finish the dish due to the heaping portion size; seriously it was enough to feed two or three adults. I also had the pleasure of sampling one of Odell’s signature Pizza Pies, the Spicy Italian. What a treat. This hand tossed masterpiece blended pineapple, jalapenos, pepperoni, and Italian sausage smothered in a blanket of melty mozzarella. Even though I couldn’t finish my entrée I had to try the Italian cream cake. My mother makes me one every year for my birthday and after eating this one I have to say mom “I’m sorry but Odell’s Cream Cake is the best I have ever had.” It was so moist and creamy with the perfect amount of walnuts. A must have with every meal. Odell’s was absolutely wonderful from its friendly staff and fabulous food, to the comfortable atmosphere. I would recommend eating here to anyone, anytime. Whether you are coming from Shreveport, DFW, or anywhere in between its well worth the drive. A++ Great Job Guys!! Until next time, happy eating!!
Odell’s menu is comprised of Italian favorites such as Lasagna, Spaghetti and handmade Pizza Pie. There is also a fabulous selection of salads and sandwiches. The dessert menu has such treats as Tiramisu, Cappuccino pie and my absolute all time favorite Italian Cream Cake. Odell’s is BYOB and has wine glasses on hand for the perfect Vino to complement your meal.
Odell’s Pizza & Pasta 119 South Main Street (on 155 just a few miles north of 20) Winona, TX 75492 903-877-4488 The hours are Thurs, Friday and Sat from 4pm till… Reservations are recommended.
Alright, let’s get down to business. I started off my meal with an order of Pimento Cheese Sticks for the appetizer and let me just say WOW. As I sat eating this cheesy dish I could not bring forth the words to describe it, so I will just say woo hoo and move on to the entrée. All the entrée’s are served with a side salad and delicious homemade toasted garlic bread. I went with the house dressing for my salad, which is a spicy apple vinaigrette. It was an amazing blend of sweet, tangy and spice. I can honestly say I could write an entire article on the dressing.
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The Old Firehouse in Edom Announces 2010-11 Concert Series
Tom Kimmel - 3:00pm Sunday, September 19th, 2010. Tom is a soulful and unique performing songwriter who has captivated audiences from Birmingham to Bhutan, from San Francisco to Stockholm. His award-winning songs have been features in film and television and recorded by the likes of Johnny Cash, Now it’s no secret that I love Italian cooking so making Linda Ronstadt, Nanci Griffith, Randy Travis, Shawn Colvin, Dianne Reeves and many, many others. a decision was very difficult, but after talking to Harry he had the perfect dish in mind. His choice for me Also appearing this Fall will be Rose Cousins and Edie was a delicious Spicy Italian Sausage Primavera with Carey on October 23, 2010. Tim Chauvin will appear fresh sliced mushrooms, red peppers and olives. The on November 13, 2010. info@theoldfirehouse.net handmade fettuccini noodles were cooked to perfec-
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Winnsboro’s Cultural Arts District is filled with festivities each 3rd Friday and Saturday of the month. The “3rd Friday” Arts Festival runs from 11am - 7pm Fridays, and 11am - 6pm on Saturday. The Art Region of Texas Round Table meeting is held at the Depot at 1pm.
FREE TO PARTICIPANTS & VENDORS! “Crazy Daze” is featured by downtown merchants during store hours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with the participating merchants having individual sales and events. Come shop, support the Arts, dine in great restaurants, and join in the festivities. Each participant will receive one free dancing monkey or fat chicken.
Interested in displaying or selling your art? Please RSVP by calling 903.850.1662 or emailing the Winnsboro’s Art District Coordinator at spagewcad@gmail.com
* Winnsboro’s Cultural Arts District has recently been designated as one of seven Cultural Art Districts in the State by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
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Save The Date! Live Music, Fine Arts Concert Series presents
Susan Werner
In Concert Saturday, September 18th, 2010 Over the course of her colorful career, singer songwriter Susan Werner has cultivated a reputation as a daring and innovative songwriter with a killer live show. Her work infuses traditional music styles and methods with her unmistakable contemporary worldview, constantly challenging listeners to experience music from a fresh and unexpected perspective. Her songs effortlessly slide between folk, jazz and pop, and are delivered with a sassy wit and classic Midwestern charm.
Andy Gullahorn Opens! With Andy opening and Susan’s amazing talent, you don’t want to miss this show!
Held at the Longview Museum of Fine Arts Downtown Longview - 215 East Tyler St.
Please call 903-736-9531 or email LMFAinfo@aol.com to reserve your tickets. Order online at www.LMFAconcerts.com Doors open at 7:00 PM. Concert begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets $25 • Museum Members $20
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Want to hear some of the greatest music ever but don’t want to drive all the way to the big city? Mount Vernon Music presents a variety of world class music events in an outstanding performance facility located in the heart of Mt. Vernon (402 Leftwich at Yates). To learn more about us, our concert schedule and outreach work, visit www.mountvernonmusic.org mail@mountvernonmusic.org (903) 563-3780
The Power of Great Live Music in Your Community
Sunday, September 12, 2010, 7:00 PM. A Transfigured Night of Music and Art Mark Miller and Kristin Jutras, violin; Ute Miller and Susan Dubois, viola; Jolyon Pegis and Donna Davis, cello
Schoenberg’s Transfigured Night - a powerful musical story of regret, forgiveness, and love, together with the touching Quartet in E-flat by Fanny Mendelssohn. Includes art, music and history talk by Dr. Pete Jutras, teacher and founding director of Mount Vernon Music.
Sunday, October 17, 2010, 3:00 PM. Duo Renard Mark Miller, violin; Ute Miller; viola
Fresh from their newest recording project, Duo Renard presents masterworks by Mozart, Martinu and jazz genius Benny Brydern.
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Fred has over 30 years experience as a musician and is currently in the classic rock band, “Slightly Tilted.” His students range in age from elementary to the “young at heart.”
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ONTARIO BRUCE Ontario Bruce was born in Texarkana, TX on November 6, 1981. He became interested in art upon entering kindergarten at age 6. Ontario developed a love of drawing and wanted to follow in his Pawpaw’s (Willie Bruce) footsteps. His family was very supportive and delighted to have two artists in the family. Ontario remained in special education classes in Texarkana until the age of 15 when he moved to Arizona. Upon graduating from high school, he moved back to Texas and now lives in a group home in Longview. Ontario enjoys working in chalk, water colors and oil paints. For inspiration, he sits calmly until something comes to mind, and then he sketches the image. He often works with such focus and intensity, it gives him headaches. Ontario finds the level of detail he is able to achieve in his work extremely satisfying. It is a great source of gratification when a picture turns out exactly as he visualized it in his mind. Someday Ontario would like to be able to sell his work and gain some recognition for his efforts. But for now, he hopes to find a mentor or teacher who can help him improve his skills. Ontario’s artwork can be seen at The Arc’s Downtown Coffee Shop in Longview on Thursday, October 7, 2010.
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September 5 – November 28 Collectors’ Circle Sponsors – Betty and Dick Summers*
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