Atlantic Artisans hosts "Tri-Fest" on Sept. 9

Atlantic Highlands, NJ – If you, a friend, or family member have ever been touched by cancer or you would like to support cancer survivors then you definitely want to join us Tuesday, September 9th,, 2008 for “TRI-FEST” to eat, shop, educate.

Atlantic Artisans, Always Elegant Gift Baskets and Posh on First of 68 First Ave. mini-mall are hosting an event to raise money for “Team Survivor” a non-profit organization that provides free exercise and health education and support programs for women affected by cancer.

“Tri-Fest” will take place at 68 First Ave. Atlantic Highlands, NJ on Tuesday September 9th from 6:30pm-9:00pm. A $10 donation is asked and you will receive a goodie bag filled with more then ten dollars with of goodies. You will be entertained by live music donated by Sherilyn and Frankie, a local duo that perform around the area and are about to release their first album. Delightful treats by Chef Raymond Prezelomski will provide the energy need to enjoy “Tri-Fest.

A chance to win donated items from Belinni shoes, IM=X Pilates, Sherman and Sons Jeweler and many other merchants in the area. But, that is not all you get for your $10, there will be a presentation by Team Survivor and Dr. Julie Page of Page Chiropractic on nutrition and exercise for a healthy you.

Plus, 10% of all purchases during “Tri-Fest” will go to Team Survivor and this will also help Nance S. Ciasca of Atlantic Artisans raise money for “Team Survivor” as she competes in the Danskin Triathlon. That’s a huge amount of food, fun and goodies for your ten dollar donation so, please come on out for a night of fun and help us support a good cause.

If you can not make it and still would like to support the cause you can send checks made out to Team Survivor/BCRF to Atlantic Artisans 68 First Ave, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716. So SWIM, BIKE or RUN to “Tri-Fest” September 9th from 6:30pm-9pm. For more information call 732-291-0100 or www.atlanticartisans.com. Please note there are a limited amount of goodie bags so come early.

Christmas in July on First Avenue, in AH

Nance Ciasa is the owner of Atlantic Artisans, First Avenue, in Atlantic Highlands. Nance runs a store that features the art of many area craftspeople and artists. Atlantic Artisans has been an incredible force where it invovles the Bayshore's artistic community.

Atlantic Artisans has a good promotion going on during July, where 20 percent is being taken off framing, art and art supplies on July 25-26, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, click on the headline to go to www.AtlanticArtisans.com.

Atlantic Artisans hosts "Opera in the Gallery"

Atlantic Highlands, NJ – Atlantic Artisans is entertaining Atlantic Highlands with “Opera in the Gallery” a free night of music and art Friday, June 27^th. Opera by Carly McIlvaine and art by oil perpainters Eunice Vellon, Highlands and Michael McCrink, Atlantic Highlands. Preview party 5pm, Opera 7pm.

Opera singer, Carly McIlvaine, will be presenting a concert of best-loved opera arias. Carly has sung classical music all over the world, including Beijing, China and Zurich Switzerland. She is currently a member of the National Chorale, which is the resident professional Choir of Avery Fisher Hall. The concert serves to bring opera music to the public in a more relaxed setting than the traditional concert hall. The concert maintains the multi-media nature of opera through performances surrounded by the visual arts of the galleries.

Atlantic Artisans is located at 68 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ, www.atlanticartisans.com, 732-291-0100. An art gallery of local and American artisans, custom framing available and art supplies for the professional to the beginner.

Minopetros pens 'Sea Glass,' holds signing in AH

Atlantic Artisans is hosting a book signing on May 16th, between 3-5 p.m. Author Christeena Hockin-Minopetros, a well-known jewelry designer, has penned "Sea Glass."

Atlantic Artisans is located at 68 First Avenue, in Atlantic Highlands, and can be reached by calling (732) 291-0100.

Mosaic Class at Atlantic Artisans, in AH

Learn the Art of Mosaic

Cindy Quitt, a resident of Fair Haven, can teach you to cut, layout and create the mosaic mirror shown here. You will pick your own colors to create your own one of a kind mirror. Since this is a one class session grouting will be explained but completed by Cindy. Space is limited so sign up now!

DATE: Tues. May 20th 12 or 5pm
DATE: Wed. May 26 1 or 6pm
PRICE: $40
MORE: You will walk away with your one of a kind mosaic mirror
SIGN UP NOW: Call 732 291-0100 or email info@atlanticartisans.com

Atlantic Artisans, LLC
68 First Avenue
Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey 07716
732-291-0100
www.atlanticartisans.com

CAPTION: Nance Ciasa is the owner of Atlantic Artisans, in Atlantic Highlands.

Photorealism opening in AH on June 9

Atlantic Artisans, First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, is hosting a photorealism opening on June 9. I have seen some of this work hanging at Atlantic Artisans and it really is thought provoking. For more information, click on the headline.

There are many venues where I see the work of local artists promoted, and all of them very worthy. But Nance Ciasa, who owns and operates Atlantic Artisans, is actually incredibly insightful and this area is very fortunate to have her promoting artists. She really knows what she's doing and fuses a lot of knowledge with love of the area.

Caption: In this shot are a few of the pieces Nance has in her shop, unrelated to the opening announced above.

Atlantic Artisans will exhibit works, April 28-May 19

Atlantic Highlands, NJ – Atlantic Artisans is exhibiting an art show of “Abstract Expressionism” a dual woman exhibit of local artists Lauren Feury and Jessica Chiaffitella, April 28^th –May 19^th. Come meet the artists at an opening reception April 28^th from 6-8pm at Atlantic Artisans, 68 First Ave, Atlantic Highlands, NJ.

Lauren Feury currently resides in Old Bridge, NJ and will graduate in May from Rowan University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Her paintings are based on abstract expressionism and are inspired by artists such as; Jackson Pollack, Willem de Kooning and Anselm Kiefer. She overlaps oil paint to create a sense of depth. The colors chosen in her paintings give a contrasting push/pull effect. She uses color and brushstrokes to create the overall composition in her paintings.

Jessica Chiaffitella currently resides in Highlands, NJ and was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. She left the USA when she was 19 years old, for 7 years, to work and travel around the world. Her travels, especially through the Himalayas and South East Asia, have influenced her paintings. She has a deep interest in philosophy, spirituality and all things creative. Painting is a meditation in action that comes from her soul. She views her paints as a way to evoke emotions and positive energy.

Atlantic Artisans is proud to represent two talented women in “Abstract Expressionism”. Atlantic Artisans is an art gallery that exhibits local and American artisans in all styles, all mediums, and not just wall art. Atlantic Artisans also has a custom framing departments with a talented design team and friendly service. Your invited to come and view the show and enjoy the experience of local, talented artisans. For more information please contact Atlantic Artisans, 732-291-0100, or on the web www.atlanticartisans.com.

Ciasca authors a great new blog

Nance Ciasca from Atlantic Artisans in Atlantic Highlands is doing something different on a blog. Click on the headline and go check it out.