The Kymara Gallery and River Tree Arts present, “Charles Gatewood’s Wall Street,” an exhibition of rare vintage and contemporary photographic prints based on the photo essay, “Wall Street.” The exhibition illustrates the 1970s style and culture of New York City’s notorious financial district and has won acclaim for the photographer’s use of architectural imagery and satire. Included in the exhibit are the photographer’s legendary portraits of William S. Burroughs, Bob Dylan, Abbie Hoffman, Allen Ginsberg, and Brion Gysin with his “Dream Machine.” The last twenty two rare vintage prints that are available from the photo essay will be displayed along with the book, “Wall Street”

Gatewood, whose career has spanned over forty-five years as both a fine art photographer and a photojournalist, has worked on assignment for The New York Times and Rolling Stone, Harper’s, and Time magazines. The internationally respected photographer is best known for his early documentation of the “modern primitives” movement, and of underground- and sub-cultures of the 1960’s to present. Gatewood’s diverse portfolio includes teaching at The Photographic Resource Center in Rockport, Maine. He has also authored several fine art books, including “Burroughs 23,” featuring images of American author William S. Burroughs. His work appears in worldwide museum collections.

During the exhibit, there will be a “Kymara Gallery Sideshow” of mixed media works by artists who are interpreting the current political climate, along with memorabilia from Maine’s “Occupy” encampment. Hudson Valley, NY artists Joe Concra and Denise Orzo, New York City artist Matt O’Neill, Worcester, Massachusetts artist Scott Holloway and Kennebunkport artists Kymara and Milo are among the exhibitors.

The show will open at River Tree Arts’s Irvine Gallery, 35 Western Avenue, Kennebunk, Maine on Friday, February 10th with a Celebration/Happening from 5 to 7 PM. It will continue to run through Tuesday March 17th. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM. The event is produced and curated by Kymara and Milo, owners of The Kymara Gallery and Kymara Happenings,. Kymara Happenings is famous for creating unique, historically significant arts related events in New York City and Maine. The Blue Elephant, Saco, Maine which has won acclaim for their unique style and presentation will be a catering sponsor for the opening. For more information contact River Tree Arts, 35 Western Avenue, #4A, Kennebunk, Maine 04043 phone: (207) 967-9120

Press Release
Contact: Jodi Renshaw
Phone: (207) 299-2869

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 25, 2011

2011 Pet Portrait contest to benefit the Bangor Humane Society.

Bangor, ME, April 25, 2011: Studio 36, a photography studio in downtown Bangor, is pleased to announce their second annual Pet Portrait Contest to benefit the Bangor Humane Society. All pets are welcome to participate – from cats and dogs to iguanas and guinea pigs.

To enter the contest, pet owners should make an appointment to have their pet photographed by Studio 36. In lieu of a session fee, participants will be asked to give a donation to the Bangor Humane Society of any amount greater than $5. The pet owner may then choose which picture from their pet portrait session that they would like to enter in to the contest. All portrait sessions must take place before Monday, May 27th. Please call 299-2869 to make an appointment.

The winners will be chosen by public voting via an Internet link as well as a public viewing at the studio. All pet photos will be on display throughout Studio 36 – at 170 Park Street – for public viewing beginning Wednesday, June 22nd through Sunday, June 26th from 12pm – 5pm. Winner will be announced on Sunday, Sunday, June 26th on www.studio36bangor.com. Each vote will cost the voter a .50 cent donation to the Bangor Humane Society. The pet photo with the most votes wins.

First prize is a portrait package from Studio 36 (to be used for people or pets) valued at $150, as well as a front window display dedicated to your pet for the month of July.

Second prize is a $75 Gift Card to Pet Quarters, 744 Stillwater Avenue in Bangor, ME.

Third prize is an original watercolor portrait of your pet by Tricia Kenny of Bangor, ME.

Last year’s contest was a huge success for the Bangor Humane Society. Over $2,000 was raised for the shelter. Studio 36 is hoping to exceed that amount this year.

Pet owners are able to purchase copies of their session photos from Studio 36, with a portion of the sales also going to the Bangor Humane Society. Thanks to all who choose to participate.

http://www.studio36bangor.com/ / 207-299-2869

Picture attached:
Kimbo the Dog
Shaggy the Cat

iBec Creative has seen a great amount of growth this year with its president Becky McKinnell being recognized by BusinessWeek magazine as one of the top young entrepreneurs in the country and as Maine Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. iBec’s quick growth has led the company to expand its operations, with the hiring of Stevens and others in order to meet industry demand, maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and keep up-to-speed on the always changing world of web design.

In his new role at iBec Creative, Stevens will be responsible working with iBec’s Project Manager, Chris Campbell, to make sure projects meet deadlines and are completed more efficiently and effectively. Stevens will assist with website reviews, design updates, development updates, and other website related projects.

Stevens’ technical experience includes Adobe CS4 Creative Suite, Image Print, Photographic studio lighting and large format camera photography.

“Rob’s creativity and various design experience adds a fresh perspective to all of our projects and add a lot of value for our clients,” says Becky McKinnell, President of iBec Creative.

Stevens is a graduate from the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Georgia. He holds a BFA in graphic design and a minor in photography.

About iBec Creative

Established in 2006 by founder and president Becky McKinnell, iBec Creative is a leading provider of website and traditional design services based in Portland, Maine. iBec Creative brings fresh ideas and an intuitive understanding of technology to its work. For more information, go online to www.iBecCreative.com or call (207) 221-0790.

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According to James Meserve, president of Next Day Art, “Industry leading companies like Hasbro, MeadWestvaco, C.R. Gibson, Demdaco and more have licensed artwork from us over the last six months.” 

In addition to the specific companies listed above, Next Day Art has negotiated licensing agreements with manufacturers of wall décor, mobile wallpaper, quilting and textile fabrics, greeting cards, collectibles, wallpaper, poster reproductions, serving trays, mugs, coasters and more.  Most of the products licensed through Next Day Art are scheduled to hit stores nationally and internationally in 2008 and 2009.

“We are very pleased, especially as a new company, with the reception we have garnered from the manufacturers and designers we work with”, commented Meserve.  “We operate under the slogan ‘Bringing Great Art to Life’ and hope to give artists another avenue to make money as well as the opportunity to share some of their beautiful works with a wider audience as they become interpreted onto various products.”   Continued Meserve, “It’s really fun and gratifying to see the products come to life and appear in stores.”

Companies that produce greeting cards, home accents, gifts, wall décor, home accents, textiles, collectibles, puzzles, calendars and more rely on Next Day Art to source and license art.   Next Day Art represents artists from Maine and the rest of the United States, as well as globally including Canada, Europe and Australia.

To find out more about Next Day Art, visit their website at www.nextdayart.com or call 207-761-4278.  For representation of licensing inquiries contact jim@nextdayart.com

Main Gallery
featuring the music of Mitch Alden from Now is Now

24 Preble Street

Portland, Maine

207-828-0900
Date: February 24, 2008

Time: 1-6pm

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