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Survival plan for First Friday

First Friday was swell, and apparently, it was a good thing we went at 5, because we heard reports later that the galleries and streets of Old City were brimming with art lovers. Here are some pix from what we saw. Joseph Hu used his own hair for the bristles in his replica of his grandfather’s brush for clearing off eraser debris. It was one of a number of wonderful personal items he created for his first solo show at Pentimenti Gallery. Another outstanding piece was a replica of a shirt. But I loved each and every piece. Hu has ... More » »

Last minute Challenge

If you are looking to make one last visit before shows closes this weekend, then the Challenge #1 exhibit at the Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial is a must-see. Artists Danielle Bursk, Robert Chaney, and Jay Oliver Cummings were three of 12 finalists selected from more than 300 applicants for the 29th season of the Challenge. Although there is no set theme for the exhibit, the work shares an aura of balance, structure, and color. Much of the artists’ work is in black, white, or a muted color like sky blue, and seems meticulous in composition and design. Danielle Bursk ... More » »