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COLORISM

Julia Foley — Thu, 17 May 2012 22:30:56 +0000

Artists: Zama Dexter & Randy Hedgecock

Color is the tool of the expression and communication of these long-time friends. artspace is bringing together these two artists to colorize coolspace with cityscapes, landscapes, interiors, still life, figure studies and abstract paintings.

OPENING RECEPTION – THURSDAY, MAY 17 at 5:30 PM
Free and Open to the Public

Zama Dexter

Zama Dexter - ”As an artist, I thrive on two things: Color and deadlines! This show is truly a look at my most current work. When I approach a canvas, I have only the subject-matter in mind, but have no preconceived plan for the visual outcome; therefore, it may turn out abstract, figurative or realistic.“

Randy Hedgecock

Randy Hedgecock – “I have broken from my traditional allegiance to Impressionists and have tried to create pieces for this show that are innovative and more contemporary.”

Exhibition dates: May 17 – June 16

TNT Express Trolley Tour

Julia Foley — Thu, 17 May 2012 22:00:07 +0000

All Aboard! the TNT Express; the FREE Thursday Night Trolley tour which rolls through Downtown Shreveport every third Thursday of the month, taking visitors to downtown art, cultural and science attractions including museums, galleries and historical sites. Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, leaving from artspace!

Thursday, May 17th

“HOLLYWOOD OF THE SOUTH” MOVIE TOUR!

Be ready to get an earful of information….Shreveport’s movie expert – Kathy Melancon, takes you on a tour of downtown Shreveport to explore what makes us the “Hollywood of the South.”

TNT Express trolley stops vary each month at destinations such as:

artspace · Millennium Mural · Sci-Port Discovery Center
The Barnwell Garden and Art Center · Spring Street Historical Museum
Southern University Museum of Art in Shreveport
Multicultural Center of the South · Robinson Film Center
Strand Theatre · Scottish Rite Temple · Historic homes & buildings

Each month select destinations stay open after hours to give you a private tour such as a behind-the-scenes peek at an opera, symphony or theatrical production rehearsal, a walking ghost tour or look beyond what is normally open to the public. TNT Express visitors may get to sample liquid nitrogen ice cream, create hands on art, sample a fine wine, visit an Asian garden, or shop in some of these venues’ unique gift shops. Every TNT Thursday is designed a little differently so guests can enjoy something special each month.

For more information including this month’s destinations, contact the Shreveport Regional Arts Council at (318) 673-6500 or artspace at (318) 673-6535.

Developed by the Shreveport Regional Arts Council, the Downtown Development Authority, the Shreveport Public Assembly and Recreation, and the West Edge Arts District, the TNT Express is an explosion of art and culture, history and fun for everyone!

JUXTAPUTT-PUTT

Julia Foley — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:36:54 +0000

What is JuxtaPutt-Putt?

Artists, designers and architects answered an open call to create green-themed holes, pitching ideas destined to challenge players’ senses as much as their games. Over 35 designs were submitted and we selected designs by these local artists: Bruce Allen, Wade Easley, Micah Harold, Jim Hayes, Ryan McCutcheon, Travis Jore, Mattie Lofton, Mike McSwain, Christopher Merckle, and Ryan Shulze!

The adventure begins at the Caddy Shack where you pick up your colorful PUTTER and BALL…then take the challenge of beating the “JawBreaker” before it clamps down on your ball, or finding your way through “Alice in Putterland“, don’t get caught in the “Mousetrap” or lost in the “8 Bit Dungeon“…and this is only the beginning!! Wind your way through the maze of putting greens on a marvelous adventure…we promise the lots of laughter, probably some embarrassment (it can be a little tricky at times), and a ton of FUN!

Play JUXTAPUTT-PUTT on Tuesday through Sunday:

Tuesday 2:00 – 5:00 pm • Wednesday 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Thursday 2:00 – 5:00 pm and Adults Only from 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm • Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Last round starts 30 minutes before closing!!

COST: $7 per player/game - children under 3 Free

Group Rate: 8 or more players for $6 player/game

SHOP!!! in the Golf Pro Giftspace with specialty items from
Hal Sutton, unique items designed by local artists, and
JuxtaPutt-Putt monogrammed items of all sorts.

BIRTHDAYS: Unlimited Golf for up to 10 children with all the amenities – $300

SPECIAL EVENTS: Plan your special event during JUXTAPUTT-PUTT…call our Event Specialist today!

PHOTO SAFARI of SHREVEPORT COMMON

Julia Foley — Sat, 05 May 2012 11:00:44 +0000

Photographers are invited to join Neil Johnson at sunrise (6:00 am) for a walking photography safari tour of SHREVEPORT COMMON. The tour will start at Municipal Auditorium and end at artspace (710 Texas Street) at 10:00 am for Brunch!

Photographic sites will include historic buildings, blighted areas, and homes. All photos will be external shots to capture the authenticity of the historic community, now known as Shreveport Common.

Participation is free and open to the public. Each participating photographer will have the opportunity to submit their favorite photos for selection in an exhibition at artspace from June 21-July 21.

Artists’ Happy Hour!

Julia Foley — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:00:30 +0000

THURSDAY, APRIL 26
6:00-8:00 pm

Network, Share Ideas and Discuss issues relevant to the Arts community!

Mingle and Meet the designers of “Line and Sky” at Commonlink -
Joe O’Connell & Blessing Hancock

FREE and Open to Artists living in Northwest Louisiana.

It’s the Wildest Show in the South!

Julia Foley — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 22:00:44 +0000

Join the Shreveport Regional Arts Council
and
Sheriff Steve Prator

Designer/Artist of the Official
2012 Angola Prison Rodeo
Commemorative Poster

THURSDAY, APRIL 19
5:00-7:00 PM

Be among the first to purchase a poster, numbered and signed by the artist, benefiting the longest running prison rodeo in the country.

Free Admission – Open to the Public – Refreshments Available

ARTIST TALK with Wayne Martin Belger

Julia Foley — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 15:00:57 +0000

Saturday, March 31

10:00 am – 12:00 noon

Wayne Martin Belger will share about his art,
experiences, technique and inspiration.

This event is FREE and Open to the public.

ALCHEMICAL DREAMS II

Julia Foley — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 23:00:59 +0000

Opening on March 30th at 6:00 pm

ALCHEMICAL DREAMS II -
Alternative Process Photography

Featuring the photography of local artist
JASON PLILER

Meet Jason and view his photography – along with the artworks of Wayne Martin Belger.

Admission to the opening is $10-two openings for the price of one!

The exhibition will run through May 12.

OPENING RECEPTION for BORDERLANDS

Julia Foley — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 23:00:35 +0000

Join us for the OPENING RECEPTION of

BORDERLANDS: Journeys from Destruction to Creation

featuring the cameras and photography of
WAYNE MARTIN BELGER

Friday, March 30
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Meet the Artist, Enjoy Live Musical Entertainment,
Snacks and Cash Bar

ADMISSION – $10

BORDERLANDS: Journeys from Destruction to Creation

Julia Foley — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:00:13 +0000

WAYNE MARTIN BELGER

March 30 – May 12, 2012

“The tools I create and work with are pinhole cameras. With pinhole photography, the same air that touches my subject can pass through the pinhole and touch the photo emulsion on the film. There’s no barrier between the two. There are no lenses changing and manipulating light. There are no chips converting light to binary code. With pinhole what you get is an unmanipulated true representation of a segment of light and time, a pure reflection of what is at that moment. With some exposure times getting close to 2 hours, it’s an unsegmented movie from a movie camera with only one frame.

(Excerpt from boyofblue.com) The creation of a camera comes from my desire to relate to a subject. When I choose a subject I spend time studying it. Then I start visualizing how I would like a photo of the subject to look. When that’s figured out, I start on the camera stage of the project by collecting parts, artifacts and relics that relate to the subject. When I’ve gathered enough parts and feel for the subject, I start the construction of the camera. I create the cameras from Aluminum, Titanium, Copper, Brass, Bronze, Steel, Silver, Gold, Wood, Acrylic, Glass, Horn, Ivory, Bone, Human Bone, Human Skulls, Human Organs, Formaldehyde, HIV+ Blood and relics all designed to be the sacred bridge of a communion offering between myself and the subject. All to witness and be a tool of the horrors of creation and the beauty of decay presented by the author light and time.”

OPENING RECEPTION – March 30th

See more images of the opening…click here!

Wayne Martin Belger (left) chats with artspace Artistic Director, William Joyce (right).