The Art Studio, Inc. will host an exhibition of photography by Brandi Hamilton during the month of May. There will be a free public reception for the exhibit, entitled “No Solid Surface,” on Thursday, May 5 from 5-8 p.m. Beaumont native Hamilton served in the air force for 20 years before returning home to pursue a BFA
by TASI Executive DirectorGreg Busceme, Sr. I am writing about an event that will happen before this is published. It is called NCECA and I haven’t been to it in 20 years. NCECA is the National Council on the Education of Ceramic Arts and for twenty years I would not miss it. Life changes and
by Greg Busceme, Sr.Executive Director of The Art Studio, Inc.
In February 2020, a series of shows began at The Art Studio, Inc. Curated by assistant curator, Michelle Cate, the Pop Up gallery first featured Nathan Yellow-Jones’ exhibit, “Sentiment.” The continued use of this gallery space has doubled the number of shows held at TASI annually, despite the global pandemic. “Pop-Up” might imply the scale
by Executive Director of The Art Studio Inc. Greg Busceme The strength of an organization can be measured by the breath of its volunteers. When people are engaged in projects, fund drives and programs that are attractive to the public the benefits work both ways as the Studio and participants all have a positive experience.
Simply put, perceptions are our sensations interpreted in the light of experience. One could say that all art is based on perception, but the term is even more relevant when the art is created from the perspective of an “outsider.” Vera was born during the demise of the Soviet Union, in Leningrad, now St. Petersburg.
The Art Studio, Inc. is set to host its annual themed fundraiser “The Beaux Arts Ball” on January 22, 2022. The event, which will feature food, performances, and a silent auction, will take place inside the non-profit’s facility at 720 Franklin St. in Downtown Beaumont. The theme for this year is “Renaissance”. “We try to
by Greg Busceme, Sr. Our good friend and supporter, D.J. Kava, who passed in 2019 has sent us one more departing gift. His estate sent The Art Studio, Inc. a bequeath in excess of $36,000! This will put us over the top for the challenge grant from EDAREN foundation to repair both metal roofs of
Follow the event links for more details on our upcoming workshop opportunities! Underwriting in the new year will be provided in part by The Richard Spinney Artists & Educators’ Sponsorship. Event link: https://fb.me/e/lmsqFFeOO Event Link: https://fb.me/e/20BNs1vLw Event Link: https://fb.me/e/2DtTLYmCX
Artists Sam Daleo, Jr. and Laura Lee Scott are exhibiting in the Art Studio, Inc.’s Pop-Up Gallery in November. They are Lamar University educated artists with a shared appreciation for beauty often found in nature or architecture. In their show, “Seeking Beauty; Portal to the Transcendent,” Daleo’s explorations are in pastel and colored pencil, while
