April 26th, 2009 |
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Now offered for the first time..
Joe Barker’s Perspective — in Oil on Canvas!
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1. Rouge on Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
a Neil Stein Classic, any time of year.
15″ W x 12″ H — $30
2 & 3. Boathouse Row
View from West River Drive, Philadelphia -
Experience a day on the the water while rowing along the shoreline of historically restored boathouses…
30″ W x 12″ H — $500
36″ W x 24″ H — $700
4. Broad Street South
View from City Hall, Philadelphia.
Experience the vibrant theater and restaurant scene alive on Broad Street South. Home to five-star hotels, private clubs, fine dining and shopping.
36″ W x 24″ H — $700
5. The Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Waterworks
View from West River Drive, Philadelphia.
World-class architecture in the heart of Fairmount Park. Sit along the banks of the Schuylkill River, both are national historic landmarks.
30″ W x 12″ H — $500
Come see the paintings at the store, or read more about Joe in the Gallery >>
March 15th, 2009 |
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Artifacts, Spring 2009
We’ve salvaged some beautiful artifacts from a large, brick row home in North Philly this week. These grand, terra-cotta Coat of Arms Medallion and Triple Arches are typical regalia to adorn buildings in the Amsterdam School style of architecture. According to an entry from Wikipedia about this style:
Buildings of the Amsterdam School are characterized by brick construction with complicated masonry with a rounded or organic appearance, relatively traditional massing, and the integration of an elaborate scheme of building elements inside and out: decorative masonry, art glass, wrought ironwork, spires or “ladder” windows (with horizontal bars), and integrated architectural sculpture. The aim was to create a total architectural experience, interior and exterior.
If you were fortunate to attend the Philadelphia Flower Show last week, you may have noticed a trend in the garden displays where artifacts are used to accentuate the foliage. We hope the terra-cotta pieces we’ve just acquired could find a home in YOUR garden! Come by the store to see them in person.
February 1st, 2009 |
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Drexel, Events
Presentation of Living Roots of Culture
The Austrian-American Society of Pennsylvania Invites you to celebrate with us!
Sunday, February 8th, 2009
4:00 p.m at Drexel University - Westphal Gallery - 3rd Floor Main Building
3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Itinerary:
4:00 pm - Guests arrive
4:15 pm - Welcome and Introduction
4:20 pm - Dr. Eric Zillmer, Athletic Director Carl R. Pacifico Professor of Neuropsychology
4:40 pm - Dr. Vincent Kling, Professor of German, LaSalle University
5:15 pm - Break
5:35 pm - Dinner Service Begins
6:10 pm - Coffee, Jacqueline DeGroff, Curator, The Anthony J. Drexel Picture Gallery
6:30 pm - Dr. Robert Koerner HL Bowman professor Emeritus Drexel University
Price: $30 for members, $35 for non-members
January 13th, 2009 |
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Drexel, Events, Joe Barker
In Vivo Painting of Drexel Hoops Game – Joe Barker, a Philadelphia fixture in the art community, will paint the Drexel v Hofstra men’s basketball game on 1/14 at 7:00 pm live from the VIP suite.
Renowned watercolorist and personality, Barker has painted the Philadelphia landscape for twenty years. Joe’s work adorns not only the major law firms and businesses in town, but also every room in the Rittenhouse Hotel on Rittenhouse Square. Best known for his uncanny perspective, Joe’s recreation of Philadelphia landmarks such as the Museum of Art, Logan Circle, Love Park, Rittenhouse Square, Boathouse Row and the Italian Market are most requested.
Download Original Press Release VIP Update from AD »
“VIP Update” from Drexel University athletic director, Eric Zilmer.
February 1st, 2007 |
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Drexel, Events, Joe Barker
The National Society of Black Engineers’ Dinner Party
Tuesday, February 20
6 to 9:30 p.m., Anthony J. Drexel Picture Gallery.
Info and Directions
Congressman Chakah Fatah will be the keynote speaker, and the work of Philadelphia watercolorist Joe Barker will be featured in the gallery. Entertainment will be provided by Point Breeze Dance Academy.
From Drexelink - Vol 13
