Thirty-six artists from fifteen different countries were selected to participate in this next outstanding biennial art exhibit Latin Views 2008, which opens on September 19, at 6:00 pm at the Alexey von Schlippe Gallery of Art at the University of Connecticut's Avery Point Campus, located in the Branford House Mansion.   The Latin Views 2008 will be an extraordinary international celebration of art that will be sure to excite and entertain any art lover.  The exhibit will cover narrative, fantasy, myths, prophesies, spectacle, and the ambiguous territory between the real and unreal.  This exhibit is an invitation to the viewer to enter, explore, and immerse himself in the imaginary world of contemporary Latin artists, which is filled with emotions and imagery. The exhibition will occupy the entire gallery creating the ideal atmosphere to showcase these impressive works of art.   The Latins Views 2008 was curated by the directors and advisors of the LNVA jointly with The Griffis Art Center Board of Trustees and overseen by Julia Pavone, Director of The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery of Art.  The artistic director of Latin Views 2008 is Sharon Griffis, who is also the Director of Griffis Art Center of New London CT and has extensive experience organizing exhibitions throughout Connecticut. Highlighted among the special events of this exhibition is a Panel Discussion organized by the LNVA that will be presented in association with The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery of Art at the Marine Science Building, University of Connecticut at Avery Point on the following day of the opening reception, September 20, 2008 at 1:30 pm. Since its inception in 2003, the Latin Views exhibits have greatly evolved and have become the leading medium offering international contemporary art to southeastern Connecticut.  The exhibit will run from September 19th to November 2nd, 2008.  The opening reception will be on Friday September 19th, from 6.00 to 8.00 pm and the panel discussion will be on September 20th at 1:30 pm.

Each artist has developed a thematic line, which is far from the descriptive style; it shows the essence and depth of beings and myths, topics and concerns of the men of all times, of universal men. They are especially interested in uncovering endless material expressions. Their purpose is to discover innovative and unusual factors which are potentially in the elements chosen for their work.

“These artists possess the faculty of making people perceive the micro-cosmos lodged in the abstract spaces of reality. It is as if they wished to look for inspiration in the text provided by nature."

 

LITERARY LIBATIONS – FOOD, FUN AND PRIZES AT THE NEW BRITAIN
PUBLIC LIBRARY

Join us for “Literary Libations”, a fundraiser for the New
Britain Public Library on Saturday, September 20, from 7-10pm at the library at
20 High Street. This event promises fabulous food, music, dancing and an
opportunity to “Buy a Book, Win a Prize”. Tickets are $35 per person in advance, and $40
at the door. The honorary chair of the event is community activist, Georgie
Pollowitz. A $50 ticket earns recognition as a Literary Lion at the event! Tickets
can be purchased at the Checkout Desk. For
more information call 224 – 3155 EXT. 125. Come have a fun time for a great
cause!

Fall Plant SaleSaturday, September 20, 8:30 – 3 pm Maximize a healthy start for your trees, shrubs, perennials and grasses by planting in the Fall and taking advantage of the warm soil and moderate temperatures. Visit www.bartlettarboretum.org or call 203-322-6971 for details.

On Saturday, September 20th at 6pm Lisa Davenport’s Home Gallery’s partners Lisa Davenport & Ed Richman open their showroom to benefit Connecticut Children’s Medical Center.   During this event Lisa Davenport Nationally Published Designer, will be on hand to assist in purchasing the perfect piece for your home, all the while assisting children in need.
Local & International Artists will fill the 6000 square foot showroom and the grounds of Lisa Davenport’s Home Gallery at 2534 Main Street Glastonbury. Attendees to this spectacular evening will have the added enjoyment of shopping to the hot rhythms of The Chili Blues Band.  
The Chili Blues Band, offering a twist of Chicago Blues, Delta Blues, rhythm & blues and swing will celebrate children in need while guests peruse and purchase works from artists such as, Nationally exhibited Impressionistic artist Aleta Gudelski, Watercolor artist Cynthia Callan, and Contemporary Impressionistic artist Catherine Elliot. Visitors will find Landscape artists Ken Dorros and Mona Stratos with their uniquely different  ‘plein air’ style landscapes, refreshing pastels from Jackie Peterson and positively New England scenes from Robert Noreika and Pam Lussier.
“Many clients tell me art is difficult to purchase.”, says Lisa Davenport, designer/partner of Lisa Davenport’s Home Gallery. “ I tell them (clients), purchasing art is fun!  Make it an event, attend a gallery or art show, get to know the artist or artists you like. Build a day around your art purchase, including lunch or dinner, bring your designer along to help with the process - just feed her a good meal!”. Following her own advice she and her partner Ed Richman have created the event, with the added bonus of benefitting the many children at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center.
Space is limited for this event, please contact Lisa Davenport at Lisa Davenport’s Home Gallery, 2534 Main Street Glastonbury, CT 860.659.8476 or by email homegallery.lad@gmail.com .