What is the origin of inspiration? Some believe that an artist’s inherent nature, like the seed, carries within it the complete pattern for the development and expression of his or her creativity.

As time and the right conditions ignite one’s artistic fodder, what has been hidden is revealed just as the seedling finally quickens and breaks through the earth’s crust reaching for the light.

The SEED exhibition explores the origins of inspiration bringing over 80 artists and a variety of artistic medias including photography, sculpture, drawing, painting and installation to the Citadel Studios Gallery in San Jose.

One of the most interesting concept exhibitions of 2013, SEED will also feature artist portraits accompanied by a personal story detailing the critical factors that propelled them to a lifetime of creative expression.

Opening reception: March 23rd, 7 pm.’til late
Free to the public

The Citadel Gallery
199 Martha Street (close to Fifth Street)
San Jose

We'd like to thank CINEQUEST for another great year of collaboration and inspiration!

Artists Jeff Hemming, Melanie Sharr and André Hart spent the course of the Cinequest 23 Film Festival painting in the expansive windows at Camera 12 engaging audience as they passed through the paseo. The three artists made it a difficult choice to choose a winner, but Jeff Hemming won the vote as announced at the Cinequest Closing Ceremonies at the California Theatre on Saturday March 10th (followed by a special screening of "Midnight's Children" by Maverick Award Winner Salman Rushdie.)

We're very proud of Jeff, Melanie and André and look forward to next year's Phantom Galleries x Cinequest Live Art Contest partnership!

Jeff Hemming
Untitled

Melanie Sharr
"In the Air", oil on canvas
On the theme of "Unleash": The character in my painting is at the crossroads of a decision. He imagines himself leaving his environment thereby the mind is another form of escape. ~Melanie Sharr

André Hart
"Homage to a Friend", oil, acrylic on canvas
On the theme "Unleash": The piece is tribute to a long time friend and mentor, Al Preciado. The dog in the center of the cage is being unleashed and bowed to by the two figures. Also to glorify and celebrate Al, I have put religious Symbolism through out the piece. ~André Hart

Takahiro Kitamura along with fellow artists Chris Brand & Drew Flores have just completed a new ArtBox in Japantown at 3rd & Jackson.

If you'd like to be involved in the ArtBox Project, please send samples of your art work and artist's statement to info[at]PhantomGalleries[dot]com. The weather's getting nicer and we have a lot of new locations in the works!

Art Show & Silent Auction- all proceeds to benefit Ray Stevens II.

Friday, March 15th 5-8pm, free admission/all ages

Seeing Things Gallery
30 No. 3rd St
San Jose, CA

Afterparty at The Blank Club, 21+

Join us at KALEID Gallery for this upcoming TWO BUCK Tuesday, March 19th, 7pm-10pm!

Come enjoy an inspired evening of performances, live painting, $2 art, drop-in sketching table & quirky people get together! It’s open to all ages and free!

Participating Artists include:
Shannon Amidon will be demonstrating how to create packing tape transfers. Learn how to make your photographs or clip art into transparent transfers that can be used for artwork, collage, crafts and more.

Sculptor David Canavese will give a free workshop teaching you some of his papercraft skills! All materials are provided.

connections . relationships . attachments . hold us together, what are your connections? be part an installation of labels defining connections that will be attached together and presented in an art show by Valerie Runningwolf in May at gallery 25, Fresno, CA. make a label telling of your connections to what, who, where.

Lara Sophia will host another lovely costumed life drawing session. Bring your sketch pads and pencils!

LIVE ART BY:
Julie Bilyeu
Nic Caesar
John Hageman
Jean Davis
Leonista
Cecile F. Zapanta
Maricruz Mendoza
Jeff Bramschreiber
Jehoiakim Santos
David Mejia
Al Preciado and Friends
Felipe Jimenez

Jessica Neideffer will play sound healing bowls for your listening pleasure!

TWO BUCK Tuesday is March 19th, 7pm-10pm!

Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaleidgallery

KALEID Gallery
88 South Fourth Street (@ San Fernando)
San Jose, CA 95112
info@KALEIDGallery.com
408-947-1785

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, noon -7pm
Free admission

Saturday, March 16th, 6pm–9:30pm

Art Object Gallery
592 No. 5th Street
San Jose, CA 05112

The Studio Rock Climbing Gym is a vibrant busy place in the heart of downtown San Jose's SoFA District. Each month they dedicate over 60' linear feet of wall space to showcase art work by San Jose area artists and participate in the monthly South FIRST FRIDAYS Art Walk which is attended by thousands of people each month.

All narrative content and mediums will be considered. Art work must be appropriate for an all ages professional business atmosphere and may be for sale.

If you'd like to be considered for a feature exhibition, please send your art site URL (or 5-7 small jpgs) and artist's statement as soon as possible to Diane Ortega at diane@touchstoneclimbing.com

Come and join us at happy hour for some booze, food, tunes, and art!

The Mural Project's creative team is hosting a silent auction fundraiser at Koji's Sake Lounge. All proceeds will go towards The Mural Project 2013.

What is The Mural Project 2013?
In collaboration with CoachArt, our goal is to sponsor, design, and execute a mural here in the Bay Area. The Mural Project 2013 will involve local artists, the community, and CoachArt volunteers and children. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for the community to unite by creative means.

What is CoachArt?
CoachArt (www.coachart.org) is a nonprofit organization that focuses on improving the quality of life for children with chronic or life threatening diseases by offering free lessons in art, dance, and sports.

Our Plan.
With enough funds, The Mural Project's creative team will meet with CoachArt kids to discuss possible ideas, and transform it into a mural.

Can't make the event?
No worries. Click on the link to donate. Every effort counts!
http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/themuralproject2013/

Want to know what we will be painting? Like us and follow our progression!
http://www.facebook.com/TheMuralProject2013

**Music provided by**
J-Squared & The Brain

FEATURED ARTISTS
Al Preciado
Allegra Jones
Ana Villafane
Anna Kim
April Gee
BTS Brand
Dave Austria
Gretchen Korsmo
Hella Bastos
James Pollard
Janus Victoria
Jen Vo
Mike Borja
Regidor Biala
Ryan Arellano
Sean Hyland
Terrence J. Barlaan
Yeomen
Gretchen Korsmo

Date/Time: Thursday, March 28th, 6pm-9pm

Koji Sake Lounge
48 S. First Street
San Jose, California 95113

KALEID Gallery's March feature exhibitions Crime Seen by Julie Bilyeu and Left Frontal Lobe Slowing by Rene Lorraine are only on view through this Friday, March 29th.

For more insight into these two powerful shows with many layers of meaning, read their interviews HERE, then check out the exhibitions in person!

88 South Fourth Street (@ San Fernando)
San Jose, CA 95112
info@KALEIDGallery.com
408-947-1785

Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, noon -7pm
Free admission