The Art of Personal Adornment

Since the beginning of time, man has adorned himself in some way or another. From tatoos to haute couture, the human body has been a living stage for personal expression. Perhaps one of the most ancient forms of adornment is jewelry. Jewelry has been a part of human culture and history for...well...ever. Some of the first archeological discoveries were of beads. Traded, collected and used as currency, beads and jewelry are ancient and ever-evolving examples of human artistic experssion.

This Friday, the Gallery is proud to present a one-night show with Italian jewelry designer Donatella Linari. Donatella has traveled the globe in search of antiquities and beads for her singular designs. From the Amazon to Egypt she has collected an amazing array of ancient talismans, beads and bits of history she transforms into stunning jewelry. Her works are shown around the world!

Please come meet Donatella and marvel at her collection. Friday, January 14, from 6 - 9 PM. Jewelry lovers, this is for YOU!

It was HOT at the Gallery Last Night!!

Last night was simply amazing at the Gallery. We had a huge crowd of guests, and Gallery artist Yure Alencar lit up the night with a live foundry pour in front of the Gallery. Yure brought what is basically a portable volcano to melt bronze--it was fantastic! He then did a live splatter pour to create some unbelievable free-form shapes in molten bronze, right on the sidewalk! Can't wait to see the finished, polished product. Check out the slide show below--pictures really don't do justice to the event! The finished bronze works will be in the Gallery soon...come see!

And, we have video!!! This is Yure lighting his volcano...

Welcom 2011 with Sparks and FIRE!

Say goodbye to 2010 and HELLO 2011!! Friday, January 7 we will be lighting up Lake Worth with hot metal! Sparks will fly as Gallery artist Yure Alencar demonstrates a live foundry pour in front of the Gallery. Come see him work with molten metal live! Gallery artists Jesse Showalter and Doreen Alfaro will also be explaining how they blend clay, glaze, smoke and fire to create amazing sculptural art.

It may be the dead of winter, but things are really heating up in Lake Worth! See you at 6:00!!!

Winter Wonderland!

Please come see us this Friday, the 17th, for a Gallery celebration of the Winter Solstice. What a magical time of year. Even for us beach bums in Florida, winter has arrived and we are feeling the chill of the season! Our Gallery is transformed into a winter woodland, and we'll be offering seasonal delights, wine and hot coffee to warm your spirit. The walls and shelves are filled with amazing original art, and our member artists will be on hand to greet you. There is no better gift than original art, so come by and get those last minute treasures...see you at 6:00!

Calling all Beach Bums!

This Friday, Dec 10, CGMS Gallery will be hosting a book launch for CHart Magazine. Editor Casey Swan has created a lovely book, The Secrets of the Southern Shells. This is the second in a series of books Casey has written all about overcoming adversity and self-reflection and personal growth. This book is full of wise wisdom and glorious illustrations created by the artists of CHart, known affectionately as "CHartists". CGMS Gallery artist Tracy Rosof-Peterson is part of this wonderful collection of artists and her shell-themed potter will be on display, along with other original art used as illustrations for the book. This is a wonderful gift opportunity for yourself or someone special. 20% of sales proceed support CGMS Gallery, so come out and get your virtual toes in the sand! See you at 6:00!!

The Art of Giving

Welcome to the season of holiday shopping madness...can't believe it's December already! Lucky for you, the Gallery is ready to rescue you from the Mall. Join us this Friday, December 3, for the Art of Giving. Gallery artists will be on hand to help you choose, or create, a truly one-of-a-kind gift of hand made art for yourself, or someone special. We're encouraging everyone to have a "Hand-made Holiday" this year, and skip mass produced items from overseas. Instead, why not support art and local artists? The selection in the Gallery is mind-boggling. Everything from sculpted metal dinosaurs to fine porcelain and jewelry. How about a Peace menorah? Or perhaps a fused glass platter? We have something for everyone on your list, I guarantee it!

So, come to the Gallery this Friday for a glass of wine, some great music from the Pick it Sisters, and a wonderful, unique shopping experience. See you at 6:00!!

Back in Black!!! Time to SHOP!

Can you believe it's almost Thanksgiving?!? You know what that means, Holiday shopping madness begins. BUT, you don't have to panic this year or fight the insane crowds at the Mall. CGMS Gallery is ready to come to your rescue! What could be better than giving the gift of original, hand-made art? Potter, fine jewelry, art glass, ceramics, textiles, metal work, sculptures, WE HAVE IT ALL! Nothing is more exciting than finding that one-of-a-kind, beautifully crafted work of art for someone special. No massed produced, imported junk here. All the work in the Gallery is created by local artists, right here in Plam Beach County. AND, to make it even better, we will be holding a "Back in Black" weekend sale THIS WEEKEND ONLY! From Friday, Nov. 26 to Sunday Nov 28 you will find unbelievable art at AFFORDABLE prices waiting for you in the Gallery. Come by anytime, we're open 10:00 - 9:00 Friday and Saturday, 10:00 5:00 on Sunday.

See you there!