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We’ve got a busy end-of-week coming up! If you’re looking for something to do, these events shouldn’t be missed!

 

February 23: Thursday Nights @ The Figge

 

Enjoy live music, museum access, gallery lectures, meeting new people and (most importantly) a lovely glass of wine.

 

Illustrator Eric Carle’s work is still on display, definitely worth a peek.

You can sign up for a W(h)ine & Art session before Thursday night at The Figge’s website.

 

Time: 6pm

 

February 24: Final Friday @ Bucktown

 

Open studios,hors d’oeuvres, music, mingling, and fun. New Galleries opening: Blue Owl Gallery, Subtopia Stu­dios, Stu­dio 56 Decor Fine Art & Pho­tog­ra­phy, and River­town Cre­ative.

 

February 25: Winter Bass Melt

 

Where: Vaudeville Mews (downtown 4th & court) Des Moines, IA

When: 9pm-12am

Cost: $5. 21+

 

Enjoy the low frequency sound of some of Iowa’s talented DJs and Producers.

Mindblur9:45-10:30

RawDogg (SUBliminal Chaos) 10:30-11:10

Jesse Jamz 11:10-12

Ghost Science Bass 12-12:50

Hoodtek 12:50-Close

Enjoy their music before the show. Click on their names and give them a listen.

Invite yourself here.

 

February 26: LGBT Film Festival

 

Enjoy seeing local artist heidi sallows featured in Bumblef*ck USA, as well as a q and a session after the film.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBS5KbvpGrI

invite yourself here.

The White Rose Showing February 25th

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In conjunction with “The White Rose” exhibition currently on display, The German American Heritage Center presents

 

The White Rose

 

showing at 2pm @ The German American Heritage Center

712 W 2nd Street, Davenport

 

Cost: Free with admission

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Visiting Artist Cori Doerrfeld February 18th @ The Figge Art Museum

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Presented in conjunction
with the special exhibition

Fins and Feathers: Children Book Illustrations from
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art:


The Luck of The Draw

In this 3-part program designed for aspiring children’s book artists
and authors, and anyone who enjoys illustrated books, Cori will
review her journey towards becoming a published illustrator/
author. She will share the stories that have shaped her career,
revealing what she did to get noticed, and explain how luck played
a part in each and every step. The presentation will include several
personal images such as childhood drawings, sketchbook pages,
and process photos. She will also discuss some of her personal
experiences in the publishing world.

Following the lecture, participants can spend some time with Cori in
the studio. She will share actual artwork for people to view, process
materials, and a few simple projects for people to participate in.

The hands-on workshop, which begins at 3 pm, is suitable for
participants with young children.

[Free with museum admission]*

Figge Art Museum

225 W 2nd St  Davenport

The Best of Soul Train February 16th @ Rozztox

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Don Cornelius, who with the creation of “Soul Train” helped break down racial barriers and broaden the reach of black culture with funky music and cutting-edge style, died early on Wednesday of an apparent suicide. He was 75.

We would like to celebrate his life and contribution to black culture by spending an evening appreciating ” The Best of Soul Train ” at Rozztox.These episodes will include the soul train dance line as well as commercials for Afro-sheen and live performances by artist such as, Barry White, Marvin Gaye, Sly & the family stone, Gladys knight & the pips, Aretha Franklin, Bill Withers, Curtis Mayfield, James Brown,Stevie Wonder, and The Jackson 5.

[the essentials]*

When: February 16th, 6-12:30 pm

Where: Rozztox: 2108 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201

Cost: Free

Invite yourself here.

Photo Credits: http://www.phillyitgirls.com/2012/02/01/rip-cultural-icon-don-cornelius/

Beyond The Ink Tour 2012 February 13th @ Indigo Body Art Gallery

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Beyond the INK founder, Kris, will embark on a 10 month, 18,000 mile journey around the United States and Southern Canada and Indigo Body Art Gallery will be her VERY FIRST stop!! The lecture is ABSOLUTELY FREE and open to the public!!

Beyond the INK supports licensed, professional tattoo artists who work out of clean shops. We support people in the skin care industry who have devoted time developing products specifically for taking care of your new tattoo. We specialize in informing and educating the public about every aspect of the tattooing process, from conception of the idea for the tattoo, to selecting the artist, to proper after care and the importance of each stage in this process.

Follow along online and share the journey with Kris as she posts video blogs and photos almost daily. You aren’t going to want to miss out on the many tattoo shops, conventions, and artists she meets along the way! Also experience life on the road with Kris across scenic North America

[The essentials]*

Where: Indigo Body Art Gallery

2419 2nd Street, Unit #H, Coralville, IA 52241

8-11pm

Cost: Free

Photo Credits: Beyond The Ink: http://peerbackers.com/projects/beyond-the-inks-2012-tattoo-tour

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Figure Drawing Sessions @ The Figge Art Museum

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Starting February 14th!

‘Gesture 4′

Figure Drawing Sessions at the Figge. Enjoy a casual setting, with instruction as needed. Come to draw, come to learn, come to work on current projects! All skill levels welcome.

sessions are from 6-8pm.

‘Charcoal 8′

Cost for students is $20, $30 for adults: for a 3-class punch card. individual sessions are $12. Sessions are once a week, for 9 weeks. Come to sessions as they fit your schedule. What a deal!

Invite yourself here.

There are also openings for paid models for this class. Experience is preferred, but not necessary.

‘Ink Gesture 5′

If interested in modelling, please contact Meghan Hollister: hollister.meghan@gmail.com

Support your local arts!

Image Credits: ©Meghan Hollister 2012 meghollister.com

Birthday pARTy Fundraiser @ The ARTery

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It’s The ARTery’s 3rd birthday!Help them celebrate their 3rd year by pledging your support to one of the only commission-free galleries in the Quad City Area.

 

Enjoy live music, great food, caricatures, a silent auction, and many more fun activites!

 

There will also be a closing reception for artist Bill Hannan’s solo exhibition:  “A Friend of Bill”

 

 

Friday, February 10th

6-9pm

1629 2nd Ave, Rock Island IL

Invite yourself here.