Latest News - Arts - United States - Washington

No name-change. No new logo, just the same them they have always been. Sure, Brown Paper Tickets has this shiny new website. Which, unto itself, is not much of a story. The story is the meta tag. What the website means.

Barbie Walzer of Walzer Photography is expanding her photography business throughout the Seattle area. She specializes in weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Family Portraits & High School Seniors.

The 3D Training Academy proudly announces an opportunity to see artists and 3D industry professionals demonstrate their techniques LIVE!

Transglobal Arts is excited to announce the opening of their new online presence, dedicated to providing a single source of unique, original artwork from around the globe and working to preserve the unique cultures in which this art is created.

Octane-Records-Music.com now has several hit songs and "GROUNDBREAKING" industry sound projects that command a space within the R&B / RAP / Hip Hop community.

Carpe Diem Review is an online literary journal focusing on various types of creative arts: visual, literary and performing.Recently, they have taken advantage of Twitter, a micro-blogging platform to communicate with its readers.

Haunted Night presents a horrifying 3D haunted house experience unlike any other in the Seattle area this Halloween season.

Seattl'es Hip Hop recording artist D.Black celebrates his new CD Ali'Yah with two release parties. Both shows include some of the cities finest talent from Common Market and They Live to Darrius Willrich and Dyme Def. The new CD marks a great growth

Wallpaper-Inc. specializes in spectacular wallpaper and wall decor ideas designed for creative decorators of all kinds.

Out of disappointment with other training programs, the 3D Training Academy designed a new 3D Game Art & Design program to prepare students for industry.

Photographers, Galleries, Museums and Collectors use the term "archival photographic print" every day. The Portland Metro Photographic News examines how professionals use the term, a photographer's responsibility and what collectors need to know.

The Portland Metro Photographic News' legal columnist Scott Nielson begins a series of articles on the legal and financial decisions that need to be made before any photographer hangs up their professional business shingle.

Prompted by the mounting number of media articles and Internet photo forum/blog posts on the virtues of film-based photography over the infant digital imaging technology, the Editor of the Portland Metro Photographic News provides his thoughts.

In a three-part series, The Portland Metro Photographic News explores the question, "When is a photograph fine art?" Over 100 photography industry experts from LinkedIn discussion groups and noted educators and gallery owners provide their insights.

For the second year in a row, Committed Comics, a small Seattle based comicbook publisher, will be holding an all day talent search at the 2009 San Diego Comic-Con. Looking to break the 2008 record set by Editor-in-chief Tom Doherty, they will be aim

Popular tattoo site launches their new star tattoo page with pictures and a complete description of the meaning behind star tattoos.

One of the most visited tattoo sites on the Web has just launched their new cross tattoo page with a complete gallery of different cross designs.

The Crowne Plaza Seattle, along with the city of Seattle is excited to welcome “The Ring” in McCaw Hall at the Seattle Opera. In honor of the event, this downtown Seattle, WA hotel is offering an unbeatable “The Ring” package.

A small game developer based in Seattle WA has set out to create a AAA retail game for the Xbox 360. In under 2 years and 1.2 million dollars they have achieved their long time dream, creating a game they have been designing for over 10 years.

American artist/ illustrator Alice Mooney Imeson, submits Artwork for first Susan Boyle CD cover.

Artists Kathleen McHugh and Scott McDougall exhibit recent paintings at the Phinney Center Gallery, July 3-31, Artist reception Friday July 10 7pm-9pm

Flatcolor Gallery is pleased to open their doors at Seattle's First Thursday Art Walk June 4th with two of Seattle's favorite underground artists Parskid and 2H!

More than 100 morris dancers will celebrate the north american debut of the film morris: a life with bells on

Stucco Italiano, known as a trusted source for authentic earth-friendly plasters from Italy, announces its new website serving as a Venetian plastering and lime plastering resource for the decorative artisan and contractor community.

15 of the world's most distinguised dramatic artists have been inducted into The Actors Hall of Fame for 2009. The Actors Hall of Fame honors career achievement in Theatre, Film and Television, and were voted on by Hall of Fame's Board of Electors.

World Drawing Day is an online art event supported by online art communities that encourages people around the world to drop everything and draw. In its second year, the event aims to get close to its goal of one million drawings in one day.

Best-Christmas-Stories.com has managed to cross its 100th story, becoming one of the most popular Christmas stories websites, visited and appreciated by thousands of people every holiday season.

All the latest local and industry photography news is now available on the new Portland Metro Photographic News. Serving metro Portland, Oregon and southwest Washington, the new e-publication provides a public stage for "all things photographic".

Proceeds from "Endangered Beauty," the snow leopard portrait by acclaimed Fine Art Photographer, Stephen W. Oachs, will be used to promote awareness of this remarkable endangered species through an artistic partnership with the Snow Leopard Trust.

Based in New York city, Ian Spanier's special brand of photography and creative eye has earned him the title of Rising Star of Photography.

Michal Deschausses, an American born author, has decoded a ciphertext hidden for over 450 years in the writings of Nostradamus. The book is entitled Rise to Consciousness.

Seattle Travel Show’s the destination for trips, tips and tours as the 2009 edition readies for its 27th takeoff January 24 & 25th at the Seattle Exhibition Hall.

In December 2008, Stephen and Sue Froyd celebrated their first year of ownership of Bittersweet Restaurant, a favorite downtown café for more than 30 years.

Fundraiser to Assist Teen Homeless Shelter

Portland's wartorn post-punk veterans return to battle.

The acclaimed "Hub's Rising Stars of Photography" blog for promoting the art and careers of aspiring and emerging photographers is now accepting applications for the January 2009 class of Rising Stars.

Parisian photographer Emmanuel Fradin has been selected as the newest member of Hub's Rising Stars of Photography. Emmanuel's exceptional body of work and creative vision has earned him this special recognition among today's emerging photographers.

San Francisco-based photographer Corina Marie Howell has been chosen as the newest member of the family of "Rising Stars of Photography". Her achievements, flare for fashion and social commentary photography has earned her this special recognition.

Brooklyn-based photographer Justin Berhaut has been selected as the newest member of "Hub's Rising Stars of Photography". His unique style, vision and exceptional body of work has earned Justin this special place among today's emerging photographers.

With the launch of Passports with Purpose, more than 50 travelbloggers worldwide have joined together to fight poverty and end world hunger. Benefiting Heifer International, the fundraiser runs through December 29th, 2008.

Nancy Skorupa, owner of Renaissance Yarns in Kent, Washington, announced today that she will move her store from its current location on East Meeker Street to Kent Station next week.

The newest in the series of Hub's Photo Blogs, "Rising Stars of Photography" -- promoting the creativity and careers of today's most promising emerging photographic artists -- will accept applications for 2008 consideration until November 28, 2008.

The newest in the series of Hub's Photo Blogs, Rising Stars, is now accepting applications for inclusion in this non-commercial project for promoting the art and careers of today's most promising and emerging photographic artists.

After only 6 weeks in ebook format, "Bobby's Diner" hits the bestseller list for the publisher.

45 years in the music business as a performer, and 20 as a Teacher.

Hub's Visionary Photographers blog opens to display images and words from today's elite photographers, educators and authors. This growing virtual library of knowledge and inspiration will provide guidance to the next generation of photo visionaries.

Beth Whitman, acclaimed author of Wanderlust and Lipstick guides for women travelers, joins notable entrepreneurs as featured speaker at Women, Wine and Wandering, promoting socially responsible and empowered decisions in business and travel, Oct. 15

Get ready to head to Rarotonga, in the South Pacific Ocean. The Cook Islands specifically. Here, you'll learn photorealistic watercolor painting and take home souvenirs that you created!

Friends, family, and fans remember a dear friend

Wing-It Productions continues its stellar 2008 season with a show that harkens back to the golden age of entertainment. Well, at least the audible age of entertainment. Live at the HUT, a Seattle home companion, is a live radio show (and MORE).