Jean Bourque Live Painting April 27th Artsy Fartsy

April 2011

Jean Bourque kicked off the month with a solo art show at Artsy Fartsy, running for the month. The reception was on April Fool's night. Everyone was expecting a bit of shenanigans by artist Jean Bourque. However, most people were friendly and no tricks were played and only one or two foolery things happened. For one; the reception was slated as going until 830 and it actually went to ten. We were very fortunate to have a good crowd, coming and going throughout the evening.

Keith Bates emceed the event and had 7 musical acts performing live along with two well known poets, Al Black and John M. Starino. The featured band was REDD WYNE, additional performers Kevin Dozier, Michael Sanders, Julia and Barton Beckham, Kurt Linguini and Chief Roy, Mel Simms of Vassaboo, and the evening topper was with William Christoper playing his keyboards. All the musicians were excellent and many folks commented on what a great gala type event we hosted at Artsy Fartsy.

The art by Jean Bourque was well received. The show featured 52 performance paintings all done in the last year to live musical performances by a variety of bands and solo acts. Many people commented on their favorites and people expressed a lot of amazement at seeing so many paintings all in one place by this artist. The show was well lit and hung with professional labels identifying each piece by title and the musical act it was performed too. The musicians especially enjoyed seeing their names and names of their friends and paintings she painted to each.

With 52 pieces, naturally, there is a large selection of works in almost every color. Jean's art palette changes as the music affects her soul. Something that can only clearly be seen in a large exhibit. The show runs thru April 30th, so take a look see at Artsy Fartsy at 906 Knox Abbott Dr. Cayce.

On April 27th, we will have a grand finale party with Mind Gravy featuring music by Bob Kilgore, poetry by Roy Seegars and many more. Jean Bourque will paint live to bob's music and we expect a good crowd. The event will run 8-10. Come on by....

Art Reception & Sale Featuring Ilona

Back Porch Studio on Two Notch Rd. in Columbia SC will be honoring the former ETV star of "Painting with Ilona" Sunday Oct. 5, from 1:30-5:30. A fine selection of art works done by Ilona and her students. Oil paintings in the impressionistic style; fine photography from Sandra Phaup; great giclees, prints and original realistic landscapes by Jean Ehler; mixed media collage and abstracts by Jean Bourque and great sculptures and pottery by Kevin Smith and Paul Moore. Many other artists will be included as well.

Pianos, Pastries and Picasso's Fri. Nov. 16th 6PM

Glenforest School presents the Palmetto Master Singers. For a sample of their music, click on the name of the group. They have performed all over the world and this performance will include music from Bach to Broadway to the Beatles.
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The Art Show and Sale will be starting at 6PM Friday November 16th. We will have a wide selection of art to choose from including award winning local artists. Participating artists include: Barbie Mathis, (the painting shown here is "Aiken Splendor" by Barbie Mathis), Jean Bourque, Pat Stone, Janet Kozachek, and Christy Aitken. We will also have a charcoal sketch artist Jean Ehler so you can get your portrait sketched before the Palmetto MasterSingers perform, during intermission or later during the dessert party. Other artists wil be announced soon.
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All proceeds benefit the schools Arts Program. The school is located at 1041 Harbor Dr West Columbia, SC. After the performance, Glenforest will host a “Meet the Masters” dessert reception and the art sale will continue to run during this time. You may purchase tickets at the school for $20.00 per ticket for all three events. Contact Linda Branham at 796-7622, for tickets or directions to the event.

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Yours Truly,
Jean Bourque