Featuring the work of collage artist Sara Longworth. Sara 's collages are
created in the Japanese style of chigiri-e (torn paper collage). The
papers used are handmade in Thailand and contain inclusion of plant matter. Small torn pieces of these colored tissue papers are layered to develop 'paper paintings'. Her work primarily focuses on natural landscapes and floral still lifes. Sara's collages have been shown in juried exhibitions, art festivals and alternative gallery spaces in Philadelphia, PA, and throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts.

THE MAN SHOW

Artist: Carl Calvano, Peter Dellert, Jimmy Rhea, Eric Ruegg, Michael Tillyer, Unique Fredrique

The Man Show exhibits the creative side of 6 talented men. Carl Calvano, a professor of art at Smith College with his lyrical steel sculptures, next Peter Dellert will be exhibiting his organic formed pods of wood/steel sculptures. Next Jimmy Rhea, another sculptor will display is heroic steel angels. Eric Ruegg, a painter will show his large (6') landscapes and dreamscapes. Michael Tillyer carved male figures just for this exhibit and last but not least Unique Fredrique will feature his manly mixed media pieces and cunningly altered paint by number paintings

Interactive Comedy Magic - Bringing Magic Back!

At 5pm, come see Jonas Toutant's Interactive Comedy Magic Show. (Space is limited so come early for the best seating!) Magic is a timeless form of entertainment that transports you to a world of imagination, fun and laughter, providing you with a welcome absence from the mundane concerns of the world. Jonas will take you to a world of mirth you'll remember forever!

From 5-8 pm, come see hand-crafted fiber items from Norma's Notions. The theme this month is 'Winter Warmth.' Norma's Notions is the 'long time dream' of Norma Kostek. She truly enjoy doing her crafts and hopes you enjoy them as much as she does.

My work is a very personal expression/statement of the world around me and inside of me, as I see it and feel it. I don't censor myself as an artist, because that is dishonest and against my nature. Above all else, I want viewers of my artwork to see the honesty in it, and to feel the energy, emotion, and expression. R.Bard January 2008

Mark, a local musician for many years, will play for our listening enjoyment.

INVENTORY SALE: EVERYTHING IS PRICED TO SELL: original work, limited editions, prints and posters, framed or unframed. All open edition prints and posters are FREE if framed by Eastmont Custom Framing. Sale ends this day.

Paintings by Alberto Mancini at Easthampton City Arts Gallery Space.

Alberto Mancini is from the small town of Atina, located in the mountains of southern Italy where his family has lived for 400 years. His father, a portrait photographer, taught Mancini to draw at a very young age, and encouraged him to experiment with a variety of media. Mancini had his first art exhibition at the age of 15. The work displayed was of figures and landscapes in oil.

Mancini has been described as both poet and painter. The Italian poet and essayist Alfonso Cardamone said "Mancini masters his technique...he is modern because he meticulously deconstructs images...he goes beyond every post-modernism and is never influenced by banality and self-complacent insignificance."

Alberto now makes his home at Eastworks, right here in Easthampton.

Kristin Sherlaw will exhibit a selection of her porcelain with silkscreened slip decoration. Multiple layers of color and pattern combinations. At Easthampton City Arts Gallery Space.

40 stunning portraits by Daniel Huot. Amazing works of art at even more amazing prices. A must see.

collage busts by Bethany Ferrel. Emotive provocative forms.

Provocative collage work by Joshua Taylor.

original acrylic on canvas paintings by Blackwell.

floral paintings by Renee Rutland

Original oil paintings by Caleb Colon

Original nudes by Kim Carlino

Original acrylic on canvas paintings by Jerry Weidon

'A MAN'S GOTTA PAINT WHAT A MAN'S GOTTA PAINT'
a new show of paintings by Luke J. Cavagnac

Gallery hours: T&T 11-7, W&F 11-6, M 11-4

wine will breathe & food will lay out on the table & art will hang around & people will talk & noise will be made & thoughts will be thunk & steps will be taken complete show dates: 2/9/08 through 5/9/08

The Invisible Fountain is where Cavagnac paints and displays his 'Art'.
You'll find approximately 1,000 different paintings on display on any given day.

ART FOR ALL & ALL FOR ART

Fused Dichroic Glass Jewelry! Lively, vibrant and lots of fun. Come brighten up your winter with color!

Troupe Behind the Veil presents: ' A Multi-cultural Approach'; showing the adaptabiity of this Art Form.
Along with traditional Middle Eastern Belly Dance, members present a Tribal Style Fusion dance including a traditional Hindu Stick Dance.
Our audience participation dances will include: Dancing to the Blues of the sultry Nicole Nelson and the snappy Keb Mo, a traditonal Jewish Dance of greeting and our 'take' on America's Top Model!
We encourage all ages to join us in these simple and fun dances! A short lesson will proceed each of our multi-cultural dances.
Come warm up with us as we shimmy our way through Winter 2008!

As an artist I have expressed my inner eye in a variety of media - Oils, Watercolors, Ink, Pencil, clay, animation, 3D modeling, wood, graphic design, etc. Many of these photos were taken with the intention of using them as photo references for large scale Oil paintings. The evolved into so much more and became expression in their own right. Then the reference photos became snapshots of interesting things - then a compulsion to capture the dynamic and the interesting. Color and black & white, all digital images and all digitally processed and printed. From Key West to Mystic, CT, from New Orleans to New York City, from Hadley to Ft. Myers, these photos are only this step in the journey that is always evolving. And that is why I enjoyed it so much.

Come to the February Artwalk to see Jewelry Designer Mary-Anne DiBlasio. You may recognize some of her work that is now featured at Now & Zen here at the Marketplace. Mary-Anne has been designing and putting together custom pieces for the past 15 years, and selling her designs for over 10. She is passionate about her work and loves to explain her pieces to those who purchase them explaining the healing benefits of simply wearing beautiful jewelry. This jewelry not only makes you LOOK good, it actually assists your body's own natural ability to FEEL good.

You can contact Mary-Anne directly either by phone 413.250.0455 or email wellness@simple-pleasures.com or call to make an appointment to see the boutique located at her wellness center www.westernmasswellness or maybe book a private showing at your home.

Cynthia Lincoln is an established young painter from Waltham,MA. She has been working out of Saxonville Studios in Framingham for the past several years. Primarily a lanscape painter, Cynthia creates art in a variety of media including oil painting, watercolor, printmaking, handmade gifts featuring original designs & Recycled Paper Jewelry. Cynthia has created a new series of recycled paper jewelry just for this event! These new creations feature glittery hearts, new necklace styles & coordinating sets! All Jewelry on Sale! Unique greeting cards & tote bags too!

At the transitional time from subconscious to conscious, whether it be from sleep or a daydream, there is a particularly odd mixture of peacefulness and the oncoming rush of anxiety that masquerades as everyday life, that I can never seem to escape. These woodcut prints represent that moment of transition. The personal references, places, objects, and people that I use create images that convey an attempt to forget all the pressures, responsibilities, and commitments of life, although they are still very present in the conscious state of mind. A symbol of reality, whether it represents the rapidly passing time, heartbreak, uncontrollable circumstances, broken promises, body image, or other intangible ideas and diverse emotions, brings one back to the reality they have momentarily escaped. I recently have become more engaged with an introspection of intimate emotions, whether intended, implied, or tainte d by societal guidelines with a focus on the preparation and expectations of relationships, or lack thereof, in a new series of small scale, high contrast, linocut prints.

The glimmer of jewelry has always fascinated me. A nice piece of jewelry can be used to enhance an outfit or make a statement. I enjoy making affordable, unique, custom jewelry with good quality materials such as glass, wood, shell, stones & crystals. Exploring different materials facilitates the creation of unique pieces for you to enjoy. I do custom orders that allow you to obtain a piece that is uniquely to your taste.

Cara Taylor has been designing and crocheting handbags out of recycled plastic for several years now. Friends and family (and strangers) from all over the country collect and send plastic bags which she then cuts up and 'loops' into yarn. A common material, harmful to the environment in countless ways, is transformed (or trash-formed) into an object that is fashionable and durable for everyday use. Each bag is one-of-a-kind.