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Face to Face- Interface
December 15, 2010 - April 29, 2011
"Face to Face, Interface" Is a survey exhibit of portraiture in the northeast with
poets, painters and sculptors all showing their art at the Blue Heron Gallery in
Wyalusing, PA. The show opens on Friday, Dec 17 with a (Face Off) portrait demo
where the artists will be painting a lovely woman dressed in exotic belly dancers
apparel, or a stately elderly gentleman. Come see the artists at work and learn
the secrets and techniques from many accomplished painters. The poets
read at 6 and the artists begin at 6:45. The event will be repeated at the closing
on Friday, APril 29. $10 admission.
For info call 570-746-4922 or wchamber@epix.net
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Impressions of Italy
September 1, 2010 - October 29, 2010
"Tiber Sunset Rome" Oil on canvas on panel 18" x 24" This work painted during the September 09 Italy trip will be part of the new show.
Brian Keeler and Tom Wise mark their second two-man show together with this
exhibit
at the Laura Craig Gallery in Scranton. Tom Wise accompanied Brian to Italy as
Keeler led
a group of former students from the York Academy of Arts on a cultural tour of
Italy in
September of 2009. Tom Wise has a new body of work based on the inspiration
of that
trip and Keeler has works painted on location then and during previous trips.
Please join
us for an exciting show by these two Pennsylvania artist. For info call 570-963-
7995.
The opening reception is First Friday (when all the galleries of Scranton
concurrently hold
open houses), October 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. Call ahead if possible if you plan to
attend, as
Laura likes RSVP's.
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Annual Open House
October 8, 2010 - October 10, 2010
Visit the studio of Brian Keeler as he invites you in to see his recent work. See the
beautiful landscapes of the area that Keeler is well-known for as well as still lifes,
figurative works and portraits. Get an insight into the creative process as you view works
in progress on the various easels upstairs and down.
The hours for the weekend are Friday- Oct 8 from noon to 5.
Saturday from 10 to 5 and Sunday from noon to 5. There are many arts, and dance
activities in Wyalusing this weekend with the Festival on Main Street all day on Saturday-
Make a weekend of it in the Endless Mountains of PA.
The studio is located at 101 School Lane- one block off US 6 - turn at the light on
Church St and go one block to School Lane.
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Vision of Rhythm-Recent Landscapes and Townscapes
July 5, 2010 - September 24, 2010
"October Creek Light- near Lawton,PA" Oil on canvas on panel 44" x 48"
The Pauly Friedman Gallery at Misericordia University in Dallas, PA will feature the work
of
Brian Keeler, of Wyalusing, PA in a major one-man-show this summer. The title of the
show, "Vision of Rhythm" alludes to the artist's interest in creating and organizing
patterns and intervals
in the design of his paintings and to seek out these visual rhythms in the landscape and
other works. Opening reception for the artist - Wednesday, July 21 from 6-8 to be
followed
with live jazz by The KEN PEPLOWSKI OCTET outside the gallery- Jazz in July Concert
8:00pm Wachovia Amphitheater- tickets are $15.
. For Info call
Dona Posatko at 570-674-6250 or dposatko@misericordia.edu. A beautiful full color
catalog of the show will be available, which is being published by the gallery.
The new gallery is located in The Insalaco Hall at 301 Lake Street on the Misericordia
Campus. The hours are
M-Th 10 to 8, Fri 10 to 5 and Sat-Sun 1 to 5.
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Closing Reception at Pauly Friedman Gallery
September 23, 2010 - September 23, 2010
The current show of my recent paintings at The Pauly Friedman Gallery, on the Campus
of Misercordia University, in Dallas PA is ending on Sept 24.
The gallery is hosting a special closing reception on Thursday evening, September 23,
from 5 to 8 p.m. I will be conducting a gallery talk at 6:30 p.m., which will include my
own reflections on the
painting
process where I will relate anecdotal stories about the creation of these paintings. It will
be a
fun and informal evening with light refreshments.
The work looks really great in this beautiful gallery, so, if you have not been in to see
this show, please consider stopping by for this special evening.
A beautiful full-color show catalog is available.
For information contact-
Brian Benedetti- Gallery Director
Dona Posatko- Gallery Assistant
Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
301 Lake Street, Misericordia University
Insalaco Hall
Dallas, PA 18612
570- 674-6250
dposatko@misericordia.edu
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Painters' Workshop in Canton,PA
August 4, 2010 - August 5, 2010
A two-day workshop on Wednesday, August 4 and Thursday, August 5 in Canton,
PA for
painters who work in oil or acrylic. For information contact- (Kathleen Nelsen) at
570-
673-3985 or NNelsen@aol.com
The workshop location is:
Manley/Bohlayer Heritage Farm-
141 East Canton Crossroads-
Canton, PA 17724
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Topography of Light
June 11, 2010 - July 31, 2010
"Keuka November Sky" Oil on canvas 40" x 46"
An exhibit of recent work by Brian Keeler along with a workshop for painters who work
in oil, acrylic or pastel. Contact the art center to register for the workshop. The exhibit
opens on Friday, June 11 ( the artist will not be attending due to a previous
engagement.) The workshop however, will open with a demonstration and lecture on
Friday, July 9
from 7 to 9 p.m. The classes will be on Saturday and Sunday, July 10,11 from 9
to 4 and held at the beautiful lake side retreat facility known as The Sunny Point center,
which is
located south of Penn Yan on RTE 54 at 868 East Lake Drive.
For information about the exhibit or to purchase art, contact the gallery at:
Yates County Arts Center
119 East Elm St
Penn Yan, NY 14527
http://www.ycac.org/
315-536-8226
TheGallery@ycac.org
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18th Annual Suquehanna River Trip
July 17, 2010 - July 18, 2010
At the mouth of the Towanda Creek- I Get by with a little help from a friend
The 18th Annual Artists and Musicians (and others) canoe/kayak trip on the Susquehanna
River in Bradford County, PA between Ulster and Wyalusing will be on Saturday and
Sunday, July 17th and 18th. We depart around noon from the bridge in Ulster, PA (just
off US RTE 220) with a leisurely paddle down to the mouth of the Towanda Creek, one
mile past the RTE 6 bridge. We camp there for the night and paint or play music around
the campfire. Arrangements are made to leave instruments and other valuables nearby.
The next day we take the long and beautiful paddle down to the Terrytown access point
to finish. There is no cost, just bring your own boat and gear or save yourself the hassle
and rent from Dave and Melody Buck at Endless Mountain Outfitters in Sugar Run, PA.
Call them to reserve you stuff and arrange for delivery/pickup at 570-746-9140 or
kayaks@ptd.net. Come for just either day or the weekend- either way it is lots of fun and
on one of the most beautiful sections of river in the northeast! The distance is about 25
miles in all and the river is good for paddlers of all levels as it is mostly calm and easy
flowing with some rapids.
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When Life is Still
May 7, 2010 - June 30, 2010
"White Heron Still Life" Oil on canvas 47" x 41" This painting will be part of the exhibit at Laura Craig's Gallery in Scranton, PA. A full color print of this painting is available, Commemorating the Everhart Museum Retrospective- $100.
"When Life is Still" the still life exhibit featuring 13 regional artists, which originated at
the
Blue Heron Gallery, will reopen at the Laura Craig Gallery, 307 Linden in Scranton on First
Friday, May 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. The exhibit was curated by Brian Keeler and features a
full
color catalog with an essay by Keeler. The catalog also includes accompanying poems by
several regional poets. The exhibit remains up until June 30. For info call 570-963-
7995
or lcraiggalleries@aol.com.
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Italian Art Sojourn
May 24, 2010 - June 3, 2010
Painting in Florence- Sept 09, Piazza at Ospedale dei Innocenti
Italian Art Sojourn
May 24, 2010 - June 3, 2010
Study Art in Italy this Spring with Brian Keeler. The ten-day workshop is the fifth such
art instruction in Italy by Keeler and will feature figure painting instruction from a model
on several mornings and landscape painting with work done plein aire in the beautiful
Umbrian land each day. The workshop is focused on oil painting techniques (especially
for the figure) and pastel or acrylic. The workshop is well suited for seasoned artists who
wish to improve and gain new insights or for those new to painting. A free brochure is
available. We stay at Acquaviva Agritourismo near the medieval town of Todi and the food
is beyond description. A swimming pool, trips to visit great works of art in Florence,
Rome and little towns of Umbria add to this incredible educational excursion. Call today
as space is limited. The fee of $2,950 includes the workshop, the accomodations,
amazing meals, all ground transportation, visits to museums and more. Air fare not
included.
Brian Keeler
570-746-1187
bkeeler@epix.net
Www.briankeeler.com
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The Light in Dance Art
April 25, 2010 - May 25, 2010
"Cafe Lena Flamenco- Saratoga Springs, NY" Oil on linen 30" x 40"
Linda Graves Art Salon presents-
The Dance Art of Brian Keeler & Karen Kucharski
Open house Sunday April 25 from 1-4 pm
Please join us for an exciting show of inspiring art, paintings and prints of various dance
forms along with other subjects.
Linda Graves, Art Salon is easily found at: 5236 Loughboro Rd NW, Washington DC.
(Across street from Sibley Hospital, parking in neighborhood behind house. )
RSVP appreciated to linda graves, email ladyloveart@gmail.com.
Dancing on Linda's new deck on Sunday- come and kick up your heels, have some
refreshments and enjoy the art!!
Work also can be viewed by appt or
online at: www.briankeeler.com and www.karenkucharski.com
Call Linda Graves at 202-468-2303
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The Northeast Landscape Recent Pastels & Oils
April 2, 2010 - May 3, 2010
"Summer River Clouds- Wyalusing,PA"
Pastel on paper 24' x 30"
Java, Juice & Art Cafe
125 West Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA
Opening Reception: Friday, April 2 - from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This exhibit will feature large and mid-size pastel paintings of the
landscapes of Pennsylvania and New York State. These works
along with some figure and landscapes in oil will round out the show. Many
of these pastels and oils were painted on location in the manner of
plein-air impressionist artists, and others are studio pieces. There will
also be few works inspired by his trips to Italy where he has conducted
painting classes.
Brian Keeler has been a signature member of the Pastel Society of America
for over 20 years and his work has received many awards during a career than
spans 30 years. Some examples may viewed with other information at
www.briankeeler.com
For information and sales; contact Mary Farr, Gallery Director at maryfarr54@aol.com
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