On the Arts Scene, November 3, 2004
Masterworks Foundation 'Up Front Street' Karen Dyer is the Artists Up Front Street. Her paintings call upon the seas of ancient Greece and the hues of eastern promises. The exhibition opens on Friday at the Masterworks Gallery, on Bermuda House Lane, Hamilton. For more information 236-2950. The exhibit closes on November 18.
Kafu Gallery The show Painting by Numbers features artists Manuel Palacio and Glen Wilks. Mr. Palacio has did a series of landscapes. The exhibit opens on Friday evening at 5.30 p.m. at Kafu Gallery, on Parliament Street, Hamilton. Guests are asked to RSVP on 295-5238.
Masterworks Foundation 'Up Front Street' Kendra Ezekiel is the Artists Up Front Street. Her paperworks will set the event off with a sensual feel. The exhibition opened on Friday at the Masterworks Gallery, on Bermuda House Lane, Hamilton. For more information 236-2950. The exhibit closes on November 4.
Bermuda Arts Centre, Dockyard The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard is 20 years old this month, and we will be celebrating with a suitably Dockyard themed show featuring work by artists who have been significant in our development over the years. Group Show. Oct 24th to Dec 3rd.
Bruce Stuart at Rock Island Caf? Artist Bruce Stuart is showing his acrylics on board at the Rock Island Caf? for the next month. Next will be children's art.
Desmond Fountain Gallery: Emporium Building, 69 Front Street. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday. 296-3518.
The Autumn Exhibitions Members' The exhibition is Painting Bermuda: 200 Years of Changing Tradition. Peter Woolcock: The Early Days Of... The European Collection: 1500 - 1950. The Bermuda Collection: 350 Years of Art in Bermuda. For more information contact 292-3824.
ACE Gallery ACE Global Headquarters, 17 Woodbourne Avenue, Pembroke. Open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission free. Groups welcome. 295-5200 for further information/appointments.
Bermuda National Gallery Cultural Art Tour Tuesdays at 11 a.m. $8 per person, reservations required. minimum of six. An essential introduction to Bermuda's arts. The Cultural Art Tour provides visitors with an insightful exploration of the rich historical tapestry that is Bermuda's heritage. Covering Bermuda's history through the arts, its distinctive architecture, quintessential decorative arts, and the rise of a celebrated fine arts community, this tour brings Bermuda's past to the present and provides visitors with a chance to see the living history of the Island. One hour. For more information 295-9428.
Bermuda National Gallery Docent training New docents always welcome - and we are looking for a Portuguese speaking guide. Contact Judy at educationbng.bm.
Commissioner's House, Bermuda Maritime Museum at Dockyard "Bermuda's Defence Heritage": Ground floor: Ten-room exhibit featuring 350 years of local military history, including tributes to Bermuda's local forces and war veterans. Also: Until December 24: 'Island Scenes 1815-57': Bermuda views by 19th century British artists Driver, Hallewell, Seymour, and Le Marchant Tupper (from the Fay & Geoffrey Elliott Collection, Bermuda Archives and Bank of Bermuda Foundation). Open 9.30 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Last admission 4:30 p.m. Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, children $5, members free. Museum information 234-1418 or e-mail marmuseibl.bm
Corporation of Hamilton Corporation of Hamilton Stamp Exhibit from the Benbow Collection: Bermuda Thematics eight topics depicted on stamps of the 20th Century. City Hall Administrative offices. Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission Free.
Crisson & Hind Fine Art Gallery: Hand-carved African sculptures by master Shona artists of Zimbabwe, inc. stone heads, animals, abstracts. Located second floor, Crisson Building, 71 Front Street. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. 295-1117, fax 295-1125.
KAFU Hair & Gallery Kafu new show on October 15. The KAFU Gallery is predominately dedicated to provide an alternative stage for contemporary cutting edge artists to show their work and an opportunity for the general public who does not normally visit a museum or gallery to be exposed to the latest in modern art. Admission free. Further information: 295-5238 or e-mail infokafu.bm or visit www.kafuhairandgallery.bm.
Masterworks at BF&M foyer Vintage Bermuda travel posters. Open during normal business hours.
Masterworks at Colonial Foyer Gallery 'Recent Gifts and Acquisitions' (fiscal year 2003-2004) plus Dr. Pestana's lead soldiers exhibit. Open Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Masterworks Foundation at Camden House, Botanical Gardens Paintings from the Bermudiana Collection. Open Tuesdays and Fridays 12 noon to 2 p.m.
New Heritage House Gallery Mixed media exhibition by various artists, 26 Church Street (across from bus stop), Hamilton. Opening hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Further information: 295-2615. fax: 295-1902 e-mail: hhouse.northrock.bm