July 16, 2004
Arty Jazz & Jazzy Art
T.A.G. presents an evening of Fine Art and Jazz on July 16 from 7-9pm, featuring new work by Russian born artist Vadim Bora and Wilmington's own, Gail H, Henderson. Plus planned to be soothed and wooed by the Doug Irving Project. The artists will be present to discuss their work and the band will select several compositions inspired by their featured artwork. Also expect an elegant and artful hors devours buffet. Tickets are on sale at TAG. This exhibition will run through Aug. 5th, 2004.
Oct.8-Nov.10,2004
proverbs (prov’erbz), n. 1. a short popular saying expressing some commonplace truth. 2. a new exhibit at TAG.
Everyday sayings, when taken literally, stimulate humorous, eye-opening images. Imagine a real case of "butterflies in the stomach," or a "rat race" or "penny for your thoughts." Opening reception on Oct.8 from 6-9pm T.A.G encourages patrons and artists to attend the opening dressed as their favorite proverb!
November 19-December 12, 2004 Show & Fund Raiser
"Deck the Walls" Benefit for Dreams of Wilmington
Great original artworks to fit all budgets! T.A.G. artists’ join together with the fine group of artists’ known as Arts & Etc . invite you to celebrate the season by doing your holiday shopping at T.A.G. , by doing so you will not only discover great original gifts, but you will literally be "giving the gift of giving!" You see, 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Dreams of Wilmington.
We will hold a Holiday Open House: Friday 11-8 Saturday 11-8 Sunday 12-5 Refreshments served daily!
Dreams of Wilmington is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development of moral character and emotional health in children, ages 8-18, through involvement in the arts. They provide free of charge, high quality arts education to economically disadvantaged children who may not otherwise have the opportunity.
To find out more about Dreams of Wilmington please email dreamswilmington@cs.com or phone (910)772-1501
January 7-14, 2005 Show & Fund Raiser
"Keep A Breast-Wilmington -2005"
This is a show that combines the hope of artistic expression, the spirit of collaboration, and a celebration of the human body, all with the focus of raising breast cancer awareness in the community. Fifty volunteers (mostly women) had plaster casts made of their torsos. These "busts" were then given to 50 talented local artists as blank canvases from which they may create art they feel appropriate. The finished pieces will be displayed at T.A.G., between Jan.7-14, 2005, a silent auction for 25 of the 50 "busts" will run from Jan.7-14, 2005 and a live auction will be held for the remaining 25 torsos at T.A.G. on Jan.14, 2005
(This event will be held again in 2007-call to get involved!)
February 11-March 9, 2005 Show
"HOT" a show of erotic art
If you try to glance in the windows of the gallery during the month in which we celebrate lovers, you will find that there is brown paper blocking your view. But don’t despair- you will find some carefully placed "adult level" peep holes, enabling you to get a better look at the erotic and sensuous exhibit within. Opening Reception February 11 at 6:30 -9:00 Sexy attire encouraged!
March 11-April 8, 2005 Show & Fund Raiser
"Creatures, Large and Small"
Join us for an exhibition of artworks that celebrate the furry & feathered creatures that we share our hearts and homes with. A portion of the proceeds of this show, running March 11-April 5, will benefit Paw’s Place Inc., a non-profit, no-kill animal shelter located in Brunswick County, NC.
May 13-June 7 Show
"The Impact of Gen X "
Born between 1965 & 1980, generation x members’ number 50 million in the U.S, comprising 17% of the population. Members of gen x spend $125 billion annually on consumer goods and are characterized by a propensity for technology, skepticism to advertising claims, and attraction to personal style rather than designer price tags. This months exhibition focuses on the works of four gen x artists; Sarah Moessner, Chad Pierce, Lindsay Jacobus and Zack Newkirk.
June 10-July 6 Show & Fund Raiser
"Southern Exposure"
This exhibition will focus on art inspired by the Carolinas, an exhibit to benefit the NC Coastal Land Trust. This show will feature work by professional as well as emerging artists. Expect to see works created in a variety of mediums and styles.
The beneficiary: The North Carolina Coastal Land Trust enriches the coastal communities of our state through acquisition of open spaces and natural areas, conservation education, and the promotion of good land stewardship. We are active throughout the coastal plain of North Carolina: beaches, river corridors, farms, forests, marshes, sand-hills, savannas, public parks, and green-ways. The NCCLT aspires to bring together citizens and landowners, natives and newcomers, to set aside lands for conservation. The North Carolina Coastal Land Trust was founded in 1992 and since then has permanently protected 30,000 acres of the most precious natural areas on our coast.
Plus, we will also be holding a raffle for a stunning painting titled "East Beach" by Wayne McDowell (as pictured above on the postcard) Tickets will cost $25 and the drawing will run through the entire length of the exhibit. Winner to be announced on July 15th, 2005.
July 8- Aug. 10, 2005
"POP ART NOW & African Abstraction"
New work by Ben Keys, Peter Butler, Candy Pegram & Lydia Moore
Through paying tribute to the Pop Art movement of the sixties and seventies this show reflects images relevant to our era through the eyes of four contemporary Wilmington Artists: Peter Butler, Ben Keys, Lydia Moore and Candy Peagram. Each artist will be presenting their own unique view of Pop culture in paint. Also presenting a rare exhibition of Antique African Art provided by Charles Jones African Art. The cubist and abstract nature of traditional African art was first recognized by European artists. Picasso, Braque and a number of other artists borrowed the forms and sculptural conceptions of traditional African art in their early work. Its influence has continued to this day, and African art remains one of the primal influences in the modern visual vocabulary.
August 12-October 10, 2005 Show
During these hot days of summer we invite you to come in and view the eclectic new work by T.A.G. extensive stable of artists. There will be no opening reception this month, but we welcome visitors to come by any time to cool off and take in the view. We are open 7 days a week during the warm months: Mon-Fri 11-6, Fri & Sat 11-8 and Sunday 12-5.
September 9 - October 12
"The Path of Seduction"
The disease of alcoholism hit Barbara in her early teens causing her premature departure from high school and a marriage entered into too soon. She had four children and was divorced with no means of support. She struggled to survive as a single parent. Barbara’s final blow came from the death of a daughter from brain cancer. She hit bottom - spiritually, physically, and emotionally. Alcoholism had had its way with her.
The clouds parted and Barbara knew a brief moment of clarity on a November day. Barbara made a decision to live. She surrendered and rested her case against the world and God. Her passion for self-destruction was replaced by a passion to paint.
"The Path of Seduction" is Barb Scalia’s new series of autobiographical paintings reflecting on images of her past life - such as "Bar Flies" and "Something to Believe In", drawn from the memories of the characters in bars where she received her education on the seedy side of life.
This show will touch all that allow themselves to see, and inspire one to believe in the endless possibilities of making better choices.
Oct.14 –Nov.9, 2005
"Realm of the Senses"
Three Women, all professional artists, all with a passion for what they do-coming together to present “Realm of the Senses” a group show encompassing paintings and sculptures by Anne Cunningham, Sara Switzer & M.J. Cunningham.
Nov.10- Dec. 31, 2005
"Joe Seme- Seme Real" Opening Reception Nov. 10 5-8pm
Seme is well known for his major "trompe l'oeil" (fool the eye) realistic still life paintings which are carefully researched and set up in his studio and may take several months to complete. Many of these pieces utilize old books, decoys, guns and other sporting memorabilia from hunting and fishing, baseball, golf, and equestrian themes, as well as favorite regional antiques, old corkscrews, tin toys, weather vanes, carousel animals and other folk art.
Also on display this month at TAG you can view the eclectic collection of works by T.A.G.’s extensive list of resident and visiting artists
