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CELEBRATE THE ART OF HIP HOP IN OLD CITY, PHILADELPHIA

PHILADELPHIA, PA Sharp with Art Group, well known for their art shows and exhibiting at Urban Outfitters Navy Yard is showing their work during First Fridays at Top Hat in Old City.  On June 3, 2011 Sharp with Art Group will bring you The Spin –N- Spray Show, a show dedicated to the art of Hip Hop.

Sharp with Art Group (SWAG) is an organization of visual artists dedicated to creative artistic expression, community service, and freedom of speech. Founded in the summer of 2009 by six friends from the Philadelphia and New York art scenes (Tone Casso, Shiz, Neef, Rell Stylez, and Jae Martin), SWAG was created out of the founding members’ awareness of the heightened interest in art throughout the country and the potential for a “new artistic renaissance movement” consisting of new young artists using their art to express themselves and their views of society

The Spin –N- Spray show will feature hip hop themed artwork from Sharp with Art Group as well as EWW Creative Solutions (Charles Chuck Edwards, Mo Walton, Larry Wright), Taurin Clark and other artists in the Philadelphia area. The event is free and all artwork show will be for sale.  There will be SWAG BAG Giveaways, an Art Auction, Drink Specials and Appetizers.  The show runs from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm and you must be age 21 or older to enter.

Since its inception, SWAG has done a multiple number of art shows, live art appearances, professional art projects, TV appearances, and interviews. As artists, Sharp with Art Group has put on a number of shows in the Philadelphia area, all with successful turn-outs and repeat attendees.  With all the social ills in our world today, SWAG aims to use art as a tool for spreading the message of peace and respect for all cultures across the globe to encourage a unified humanity.

For further information, visit Sharp with Art Group’s website at www.sharpwithartgroup.com  or http://spinandsprayshow.eventbrite.com

WHAT:       SHARP WITH ART GROUP PRESENTS

THE SPIN –N- SPRAY SHOW

WHEN:               FRIDAY, JUNE 3, 2011

                7PM TO 10 PM

WHERE:      TOP HAT

                247 MARKET ST

                PHILADELPHIA, PA 19101      

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May 18th is International Museum Day & Free Admission to Philly Museums

International Museum Day is Wednesday May 18th!  Museums around the world will be offering free admission.   International Museum Day was organized by the International Council on Museums (ICOM)  in 1977 as a way of recognizing the important role that museums play in contemporary society.

Philadelphia Museums participating in International Museum Day include:

• Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
• The America Swedish Historical Museum
• Philadelphia Museum of Art

The Art Museum is also including admission to the Perelman, the Cedar Grove and Mount Pleasant Houses, and the nearby Rodin Museum in their offer.

2011 International Museum Day
When: Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Cost: Free!
More info:  www.icom.museum

KICC Drawing Contest

Draw a picture of what you love most about being a kid in Center City! Lucky winners will win a cultural prize package AND have their drawing turned into a bus shelter poster that will be displayed around Center City. To pick up an entry, visit our booth at the Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival on May 21, the KidsInCenterCity.com Saturday Playdate at the Market & Shops at the Comcast Center on June 4, or download the frame template at http://www.kidsincentercity.com/fun/kicc-drawing-contest. All entries must be received by 5pm on June 10. Age categories include ages 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12

SWAG Feature: Tone Casso interview with Stacy Flygirrl & Philly 360

Yesterday, Sunday, May 15, Tone Casso's artwork showing a portrait of QuestLove from Philly's own "The Roots", was featured during Inside the Studio at Warmdaddy's.  The piece Casso created was positioned above Quest's head during his interview with Laiya St. Clair.  Tone was interview by Stacy Flygirrl for Philly 360.  She was able to ask Casso a few questions regarding his artistry.

Casso let the readers in on his biggest accomplishment, his favorite visual artist in Philly and how you can find his work on http://www.sharpwithartgroup.com/ and his upcoming blog.

Stacy Flygirrl also gives a great tip!
Insider Tip : Can’t afford the original? Don’t be scared to ask for a print. They are very affordable and can usually be printed to the specific size you’re looking for!

Read the full interview here

http://philly360.visitphilly.com/news/2011/05/12/visually-fly-with-flygirrl-inside-look-at-the-artists-behind-inside-the-studio-with-questlove

SWAG FEATURE: West Park Arts Festival June 11, 2011

Sharp with Art Group is participating in the Annual West Park Arts Fest this year!


The West Park Arts Festival will be held Saturday, June 11, from 11a to 5pm.

Fun for the entire family, bring one, bring all, and especially bring the kids.




Come check out Live Art as well as Face Painting done by your favorite artists!






Our Administrator/Coordinator will be on site selling lemonade for donations to Alex Lemonade Stand. For more information on the Little Ladies Lemonade Stand, click here






http://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/71822






The West Park Arts Festival is an annual festival held by the West Park Cultural Center. This year Monica McIntyre returns along with a host of other artists and groups including:


Philly's own Ron Long


Chosen Dance Company and Friends


Selina Carrera and Lyrical Playground


Greg Corbin and Philadelphia Youth Poetry Movement


Oni Lasana


Sharp with Art Group (SWAG)


Shofuso Japanese House and Gardens KyoDaiko Japanese Taiko Drumming,


Alex's Lemonade Stand


Fearless Hyenas Stunt Team


IllReality


House of Chayah and Friends


Promise Ministries (historical stoytellers)


Bulack Brothers


Take the Lead Dance Studio


Black Magic Woman Productions


Dan Betrano


Mayor Karen - Philly Improve Theatre House Team


Philly in Movement


Veronica Underwood and West Park Cultural Center/Lil'Drummaboy Recordings Youth Vocalists, Timi Tanzania and West Park Cultural/Lil' Drummaboy Recordings Youth Musicians, School of the Future Jazz Ensemble,


School of the Future and Kensington CAPA Drum Lines


Gideon Band


The Young Talents of Music


ASAP


Tree House Books and more...






There will be a chess tournament hosted by ASAP, and activities in the Children's Pavlion including storytelling, and crafts activities.






For more information on the Festival click here:


http://www.westparkcultural.org/node/264  

Celebrate the ART of Hip Hop June 3rd @ Top Hat

Come hang with us and check oout some art for the Spin & Spray art show.  This show is dedicated to all things Hip Hop, and will include hip hop themed art work, and a few other special surprises! All art will be available for purchase.

First Friday, June 3, 2011
 @ Top Hat
(2nd floor above Lucy's)
247 Market St
Phila, PA 19102

Art work by :
S.W.A.G.
EWW Group
and more artists to be announced later.

21+ to enter | Free Admission | Drink Specials | Giveaways | SWAG Signature Drink | DJ |

Also RSVP via Eventbrite and be automatically entered to win a SWAG Bag at the show! Winner must be present to win.  Win a SWAG Bag filled to the brim with t-shirts, CDs, keychains, and more!
For more information contact Sharp with Art Group at info@sharpwithartgroup.com