Holiday Sidewalk Sale

"Master Bedroom" An offset reproduction by Andrew Wyeth, beautifully custom framed and priced at more than 50% off retail!

Join the merchants of the Eau Gallie Arts District for their First Annual Holiday Sidewalk Sale.

• Art Supply of Melbourne
• From the Heart
• Art for your Face
• Art & Antique Studio
• Art Expressions
• Funky Junky
• Siren Boutique
• The Horn Section

And More!

Come by Art Expressions and check out all the goodies that will be priced to move.....

• Framed Mirrors
• Framed Art
• Ready Made Frames
• Pre-Cut Mats
• Prints and Posters
  

Saturday, November 22

and Saturday, November 29th
10am to 3pm

YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS OUT ON THIS SALE!

CLIQLAC: the new works

Join us for an opening reception for Cocoa Beach Artsit Kerstin Ziegler. We will have her origianl works on display and available for purchase through November.

Artist's Reception

Friday November 7th

5:30 to 8:30pm

Please come and enjoy light refreshments and conversation with the artist.

Art Expressions is located in the Eau Gallie Arts District at

1404 Highland Avenue.

See the artist's website at:

http://www.cliqlac.com/

For more information go to:

http://www.artexpressionsartgallery.com/

321-259-1492

INSPECT YOUR ARTWORK!

The storms are gone, so how did your artwork fare?

Here in Florida, disasters, such as hurricanes, fire, and floods, subject your environment to extreme conditions that can damage or destroy your artwork. If artwork is exposed to water or extreme humidity, the greatest damage usually occurs as it dries. The sooner care is given, the greater the chances of reducing the potential for irreversible damage or total loss.

Art Expressions recommends an annual inspection of artwork in order to maintain its condition. Changes occur slowly and can go unnoticed until they become problematic. The first time you examine your art, you may notice many things you haven not seen before. Very few will need immediate attention, but if you have any questions, don't hesitate to bring your artwork into us for a free inspection.

Examination of your artwork is best done with the work off the Wall and carefully inspected on both the front and backside of the art. Start with he wall hanging system;n check the hardware on the frame and examine the work for signs for age and ware. Then check the wall hangers to make sure they are both in good condition and secure.

When examining art on paper, look to see if the artwork is flat or wavy. Paper is affected by changes in temperature and humidity. Paper may become slightly wavy, which is normal, but severe buckling should be addressed professionally. Do the colors seem dull or cloudy: are they
getting lighter? Is the paper changing color, or is it becoming lighter or darker? Are there brown spots, stains, or unusual discoloration on any part of the artwork? Framing materials (matting and mounting) can change and good maintenance requires periodic replacement. Even the finest quality materials and UV-filtering glazing do not provide unlimited protection.

Works on canvas should also be removed from the wall for inspection. The two most common foundations for paintings are a stretched canvas or a rigid support, such as a wood panel. Both need to be examined. A stretched canvas should be flat or taut, not loose and wavy. A rigid support should be flat, not bowed. The paint surface and colors should be consistent in sheen. The paint should be flat, not cupped, or cracked, and there should not be flaking. The back of the canvas should be clean and free of insects.

When your work is off the wall, it is the perfect time to clean the glazing and dust off the frame and backing. Always clean the glazing while the picture is lying flat. Apply the cleaner onto the rag, not the glass, do not let the cleaning liquid run on the glass or under the frame.

Now that the storms are gone, take action against possible damage to you artwork by inspecting it. If you have any concerns about your art's condition, bring it into Art Expressions for a free inspection!

THE STOOLS ARE BACK!

BAEA STUDIO STOOL FUND RAISER

October's First Friday at Art Expressions will host the preview and kick off for the Brevard Art Educators Association fund raiser. Art educator's throughout the county will have on display their hand decorated "Studio Stools". Each stool will be raffled off to help fund the BAEA to keep art educators "inspired" by enabling them to attend artist workshops and view exhibits throughout the state. The raffle will take place in December, the date and venue will be announced at a later date. Along with the art teacher's stools will be a few "celebrity artist" stools, featuring Nancy Dillon, Robin Rothrock, and Therese Ferguson.

To view all stools available go to http://visualarts.brevard.k12.fl.us

This First Friday Event is on Friday, October 3rd, from 5:30 to 8:30pm at Art Expressions.

The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.

October is National Art & Framing Month

What's on your walls?

October is National Art & Framing Month, and thousands of frame shops and art galleries will be celebrating with a variety of special events and programs designed to promote the enjoyment of art as a part of daily life.
Founded in 1997, National Art & Framing Month is a opportunity to "Picture the Possibilities" that art and framing can bring to homes, offices, and public spaces.
Art has been an important part of human society since the earliest scrawlings on cave walls, and picture framing preserves and displays artwork to hang on walls of homes, offices, and public spaces. National Art & Framing Month shines a spotlight on this essential aspect of our culture.
To "Picture the Possibilities" of what art and framing can do for you, please stop by Art Expressions this month and help us celebrate!

CUSTOM-MADE MIRRORS

Want to make a small room look bigger? Have and odd-shaped space on your wall you'd like to fill? Need a focal point for your dining room or the finishing touch for your foyer? a mirror could be the answer. a custom-made mirror frame can solve all of these decorating problems - and what's more, it's a practical addition to any room that you'll use for years to come.
Mirrors are easy to find at furniture showrooms or home decor stores. But a custom mirror, crafted by a professional framer, is made to your specifications - not pulled off a rack. You determine the size and shape of the mirror and even the style and color of the moulding.



You can choose a frame that matches any part of your decor: four furniture, your wallcoverings, or even other frames in your home.

Consider your decorating needs. Tall, thin mirrors look great going up a stair case. a large mirror in a formal frame hung above a fireplace is a classic look. Small, square mirrors in wide, decorative mouldings are great accent pieces that work well in almost any room. For a different look, create a frame that displays a small piece of artwork above a decorative mirror.

Solving those difficult design dilemmas might be easier than you think - with a custom-made mirror frame!

Stop into Art Expressions and check out selection of custom framed mirrors...ON SALE NOW at 50% off retail price!
Sale through August 31, 2008.

CLIQLAC

ART EXPRESSIONS invites you to their May FIRST FRIDAY EVENT and opening recetion for Cocoa Beach artist, KERSTIN ZIEGLER. We will have her original work on display and available for purchase through May.

Please come and enjoy light refreshments, music and conversation with the artist on Friday, May 2nd from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.

To view more of Kersitn's work at http://www.cliqlac.com/