Jeff Liberty Gigs; Go See him Play!

Jeff Liberty will be playing at:

Monday, Feb 1 JB's, Irmo, SC - 7pm

Tuesday, Feb 2 Hard Knox Grill, West Columbia, SC - 7pm

Wednesday, Feb 3 The Doghouse, Lexington, SC - 7pm

Thursday, Feb 4 Hard Knox Grill, West Columbia, SC - 8pm

Friday, Feb 5 2010 Lowcountry Blues Bash at Morgan Creek Grill,

Isle of Palms, SC - 8pm (Full Band)

Saturday, Feb 6 Hookah Bar and Lounge, Columbia, SC - 10pm

Monday, Feb 8 JB's, Irmo, SC - 7pm

Tuesday, Feb 9 Hard Knox Grill, West Columbia, SC - 7pm

Wednesday, Feb 10 The Doghouse, Lexington, SC - 7pm

Thursday, Feb 11 Hard Knox Grill, West Columbia, SC - 8pm

Friday, Feb 12 Hookah Bar and Lounge, Columbia, SC - 10pm

Saturday, Feb 13 Venture's, Lexington, SC - 8pm

Sunday, Feb 14 Rivercourse Club, Kiowa Island, SC - 4pm

Sunday, Feb 14 A Dough Re Mi, Mt Pleasant, SC - 7pm

Monday, Feb 15 The Blind Tiger, Charleston, SC - 8:30pm

Tuesday, Feb 16 Hard Knox Grill, West Columbia, SC - 7pm

Wednesday, Feb 17 The Doghouse, Lexington, SC - 7pm

Thursday, Feb 18 Corner Pocket, Irmo, SC - 8pm

Friday, Feb 19 Boykin Grill, Rembert, SC - 6pm

Saturday, Feb 20 Hookah Bar and Lounge, Columbia, SC - 10pm

Monday, Feb 22 JB's, Irmo, SC - 7pm

Tuesday, Feb 23 Hard Knox Grill, West Columbia, SC - 7pm

Wednesday, Feb 24 The Doghouse, Lexington, SC - 7pm

Thursday, Feb 25 Hard Knox Grill, West Columbia, SC - 8pm

Friday, Feb 26 Old Armory Steakhouse, Camden, SC - 7pm

(photo of Jeff Liberty courtesy of Jeff Liberty)

A poem from the archives: Crystal Enlightenment

Mixed media painting on 20x16 inch canvas c by Jean Bourque 2008

CRYSTAL ENLIGHTENMENT

A poem by Jean Bourque c 1987

Crystal Enlightenment of fantasies forgotten

Previously vanished in a perilous sea

Abandoned by paranoia and calamities

Returning with an urgent vengeance

To awaken the dead, into a new vibrancy,

Acting in haste, no lethargic hesitation,

No reflections, just immediate response,

And the obsession takes it victim,

Into another realm of activity,

Until the bomb has exploded and exhaustion,

Has regained it's control, in the pause of time,

A new voice whispers: balance, balance, balance.

~Jean Bourque~

"Remembering San Antonio" by Jean Bourque

The San Antonio TX Riverwalk was the inspiration for this painting

called "Remembering San Antonio" c by Jean Bourque

16x20 oil painting

Call to Artists from The Artists Round Table

2nd Annual Spring N2 ART at the Keenan House

801 Wildwood Avenue, Columbia, SC

Saturday - April 3, 2010 from 12 - 6pm

Spring N2 ART at the Keenan House will offer a unique promotional and public relations opportunity for working artists, musicians, art organizations and related businesses seeking alternative marketing, media exposure and direct contact with potential customers, while providing a viable contribution to the arts and to the economic well-being of our community.

A.R.T. (Artists Round Table) provides opportunities for artists to connect, collaborate and engage with each other and the community, while educating the public on the importance of the arts in South Carolina. All artists, art organizations and businesses in Columbia and surrounding areas are encouraged to become involved with this A.R.T. event. If interested in volunteering your assistance for this event please contact A.R.T. through the website.

Application & Fee Deadline - Friday, March 12, 2010.

Notifications will be mailed or emailed by Monday, March 15th, 2010.

Fees for one 10’ x 10’ outside space: $50 for A.R.T. Members;

$65 for non-members.

Set up will begin at 10am and must be complete by 11:30am!

Artists and vendors must provide and be responsible for their own signage, banners, materials, tents, display racks, tables, chairs, etc.

This event is rain or shine.

Award:

$100 will be awarded to the artist voted "People's Choice" by the close of the event. Any businesses interested in sponsoring Artist awards may contact the Artists Round Table through their website.

Visit www.theartistsroundtable.org for full application and information.

Dr Sketchys live drawing event Feb 3 Gotham

FUN FUN FUN....Artists and others... I just learned about a wonderful artsy event taking place at Gotham Cafe at 1508 Main St. Columbia, SC on Wed. Feb. 3 from 7 to 11 pm

Dr. Sketchys is a unique art event for artists and those that like to draw or paint, featuring performers as live models for your drawing pleasure. There are no teachers, you just draw what appeals to you at the event and there is no grading. So feel free to draw or paint in your own unique style. Bring your sketch pad and art supplies or buy them there. S and S Art Supplies will be vending green art supplies at the event.

Doors open at 7PM with a light buffet (optional) available for $7. Offering a networking opportunity or a chance to come and meet the artists, mingle and chat before the art event. Sketching begins at 8 PM. $10. admission ($7. with student ID) Wine and beer also available with over 21 ID.

About Face Group Meets today Columbia SC

About Face Weekly Live Model Session meets today Jan. 29, 2010 from 10-1 and every Friday at The Columbia Museum of Art , on Main St. Columbia SC at the 1500 block across the street from Gotham Cafe and Frame of Mind. Live Models every week, donation suggested.

Eboniramm @ Blue Martini & 80808

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2010 RECEPTION 6-8PM

The music and art will be great. There will be a limited quantity of complimentary red wine...but why bother when you can buy a great martini in a fabulously cool glass! Shaken...not stirred!

During the opening, the music will feature BLUES by Eboni Ramm and guests including -
Danny Boozer, Lee Bailey and Andy Preston.

Blues Chapel and Last Words at Gallery 80808/Vista Studios 808 Lady Street, Columbia, SC
Art Show runs February 4 – 16, 2010

The reception will include the free tribute “Ladies Sing the Blues…” at the Blue Martini, which shares the common hallway with the 80808 gallery, starting at 7 PM (a second, expanded tribute will be presented at 9 PM with a $5 cover).

Gallery hours: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 AM – midnight;

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 11 – 6; Sunday Noon – 6.

(803) 252-6134 for Gallery 80808/Vista Studios.

Blue Martini hours: Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7 PM until past midnight. Doors opening on the night of the reception at 6 PM. (803) 256-2442.

If you have never heard Eboni Ramm sing, you must not miss this show and if you have, you already know that. CDs are available for purchase.

Club 1800 Jan 29 Fallen Kings & Zach Fowler...

It's gonna be a great night at Club 1800 with several awesome bands

on Jan 29 830 pm -2am at 1800 Blanding St. Columbia, SC

Fallen Kings' first show of 2010! Friday January 29th at Club 1800 in Columbia Vista featuring a great night of local music for a good cause. A portion of the $5 cover will go to the Red Cross to support their effort in Haiti! They will have many new tracks from our upcoming full length album to debut for you. Hope everybody can make it out!

Also Appearing Kelly Cheats (www.myspace.com/kellycheats)

The Casual Kings (www.myspace.com/thecasualkings)

Zach Fowler & The Essentials (www.myspace.com/onelovemuzach)

I have heard a lot of the Fallen Kings music on their myspace page and this is a group to hear live! Zach Fowler and the Essentials recently performed at The White Mule to a packed crowd on New Year's Eve Eve and at Jillians the following week. I had the opportunity to see and hear them live. They have their own sound and an avid fan base. A friendly group you can enjoy hearing. You can sample their music and The Fallen Kings on my facebook page and on their myspace pages. I haven't heard The Casual Kings or Kelly Cheats yet, but am really looking forward to hearing them as well.

Come out and hear our wonderful local musicians!

Culture Sol Ultimate Hip Hop Jan 23 Elbow Room

CULTURE SOL

This Saturday Night come out and enjoy the ultimate
hip hop experience at the Elbow Room in Five Points
Columbia, SC. Jan 23 at 10:00pm until Jan 24 at 2:00am

Feb 13 & 14 What's Love Festival Art Show

What's Love Got To Do With it? Art show and Festival at 701 Whaley St
Columbia SC will be held on Friday Feb 13 from 7-12PM and again on
Saturday Feb 14 from 2-5 PM.

Tickets are $15. in advance and $20. at the door. They can be purchased
at Sid Nancy in Five Points and S&S Art Supply on Rosewood Dr and online at http://www.palmettoluna.org/
and click on "donate" (Pay Pal) to buy tickets with a credit card.

The people are saying this show is going to be huge!