Author: Lele Galer

This Saturday, February 27th, the Highspire Ballet Academy in Downingtown will be hosting a unique event that will be a thrill to all your artistic senses. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. there will be a multiple live sessions of art and movement. Under the directorship of Gleidson Hoffmann, ballet dancers will perform throughout the day. The youngest students will start in the morning, followed…

Crayons may not be your first thought as a medium for fine art, but why not? Their bright yellow packaging reminds us of childhood. Their vibrant colors and smooth lines make drawing fun and immediate. This Friday, The Oxford Arts Alliance will be hosting the reception for ‘The Crayon Show’, a fine arts show utilizing only Crayola crayons and curated by nationally acclaimed artist Anelecia…

This most romantic week of the year starts with two art opening receptions at The Chester County Art Association in West Chester this Thursday February 11, from 5-8 p.m. At CCAA, both main galleries have very interesting shows. "In the Pink" is in the main gallery and features a room full of juried art works from a wide range of local artists who use "pink"…

On Sunday January 31, a rare writing and art treat from 3-5 p.m. at Galer Estate Winery in Kennett Square. As a part of the January art theme for "The Art of Writing" along The Brandywine Artisan Wine Trail, the winery welcomes the editors of Schiffer Publishing House to discuss the what it takes to get a book published, and what they look for. After…

If you have ever been to Landhope in Kennett Square off Routes 926 and 82, you may have seen a sign for "Willowdale Art Academy" and wondered what that was. Oil painter Karen D'Allaird started Willowdale Art Academy  5 years ago to give young students art classes that teach the fundamentals of drawing and painting. Classes are taught only Mondays and Tuesdays, and class size…

"Architectural Sketches: Building an Idea" opens this Friday, January 15 at The Oxford Art Alliance with an opening reception from 5-8 p.m. This exciting exhibition showcases the early stage architectural renderings of renowned local architects Ed Rahme, Wayne Simpson and Todd Tully Danner. Visit this exhibit January 15 - February 13, and join in an open "Architect's Roundtable" discussion with the architects on Wednesday evening…

If you are hanging around Kennett Square for the Mushroom Drop on New Year's Eve, swing by Mala Galleria's opening for artist Joe Jacobs from 7 to 10 p.m. You will undoubtedly recognize Joe Jacob's signature watercolor horse paintings, as well as many other smaller works from local artists that are available at Mala Galleria. Longwood Art Gallery in Kennett Square will not be having…

When we search for that perfect gift for our children, do you ever wonder what gift they will remember the most? Whether it is the gift of an experience or something purchased, a gift can be the catalyst to discovering a life's passion. I asked some local successful artists what gift they received when they were young that inspired them creatively, and what gift they…

Last Friday crowds came to the opening for artist John Suplee's solo exhibition at The Church Street Gallery in West Chester. Owned by Carol Giblin, the gallery is marking its stellar success by celebrating the work of her husband, painter John Suplee. John has lived and worked in West Chester for most of his life, and draws upon his personal history with this environment for…

One of my favorite local sculptors is Jill Beech, and she will be having her annual studio sale this Saturday December 12th 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Even though she is still not planning to create a website, Jill has a large loyal following of collectors, including me, who wait for her studio sale announcement every year. I already bought 6 of her pieces last…