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Until he was eleven years old, Neil Harbisson didn’t know the only shade he could see was grey. He thought his eyes were seeing colours just fine, but that his brain was confusing them somehow. Then Neil was diagnosed with achromatopsia, a very rare vision disorder which affects the sufferer’s ability to perceive colour, particularly in strong light. “It was a bit of a shock,” Neil told the BBC News website. “The doctors said the condition was impossible to cure, but at least we knew what was wrong.”

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces a Juried Art Contest with the theme "CityScapes". The gallery would like for all 2D artists (including photography) to send us your best interpretation of the theme "CityScapes" by depicting scenes of cities, towns, urban imageries and any related metropolitan subjects for inclusion into the gallery's April 2012 online group art exhibition.

Those who spend their time drawing creative and artistic pieces while the lecture is on, this contest might be of great interest to them. The opportunity to participate in the Sit and Draw competition that has been organized for the students across the city is for free.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is very pleased to announce that artist Gill Cox is now the gallery's featured artist.

Stream Advertising might not be part of the great pantheon of arts and culture, but that does not mean the Belfast-based firm is not well aware of the city’s expanding art scene, and a recent cash injection for the Cathedral Quarter has not gone unnoticed by the firm. It seems the Laganside Events Grant (LEG), which had been due to shut up shop in March, is to receive funding of £250,000 – £200,000 from the Finance Minister Sammy Wilson, and £50,000 from the Department of Social Development (DSD) – which a source at Stream is confident will give the area a much needed adrenaline shot. Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland clearly shares Stream Advertising’s optimism and hope for the area, saying recently that his department was “keen to see the area developed”.

The City of Miami Arts & Entertainment Council presents its second annual art competition “Paint Me Miami” and invites talented Miami artists, from art students, up and coming artists to art aficionados, to get inspired by the Miami urban scenes and landscapes.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is pleased to announce that its March 2012 juried art exhibition is now posted, online and ready to view on their website.

The feathers used to create an ostrich fringe are wonderfully wild-looking and incredibly fluffy; of all the birds, this flightless giant has a great mix of plumes including soft down complemented by long plumes with feathery tips that are perfect for fringes.

All birds feathers are works of nature’s art and mix incredible designs and styles of plumage, whether the feathers UK-bred are for flight, for warmth or for showing off to female birds.

Beautiful artwork can do more than just liven up the walls of a home—each piece can make the homeowner feel a variety of emotions ranging from happiness to relaxation and more.

When the doors are opened to I.M. Chait’s elegant Manhattan gallery space during Asia Week New York (March 16-24), the management and staff of the family-owned southern California firm expect to welcome many old friends to their preview and March 21 auction of Important Chinese Ceramics & Asian Works of Art.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces a Juried Art Competition with the theme "CityScapes".

Governor Beverly Perdue, N.C. GSK Foundation Chairman Bob Ingram and Cultural Resources Secretary Linda Carlisle joined N.C. Museum of Art Director Lawrence J. Wheeler on Feb. 21 to announce a $2 million grant to the Museum, representing a multi-year commitment through 2016.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is very pleased to announce that artist Russell Rowland is now the gallery's featured artist and he will be showcased on their website for the next 30 days.

Taking discarded items and giving them a second life isn’t all that uncommon in this environmentally-conscious day and age. Most people have embraced the concept of recycling as a way in which to improve the world; a world which is shaped by the delicate balance between scarce resources and societies increasing need to consume various products and services.

David Hockney is a phenomenally successful artist, who has also nurtured achievements in many fields other than painting; he is regarded as an eminent stage designer, photographer, draughtsman and printmaker.

William Quigley has shown internationally since the early 1990s in Galleries, Museums Art Fairs such as ArtBasel. His work has also been featured in several media interviews including NBC Dateline, ABC televisions "life styles of the rich and famous" with George Hamilton. He was 2007 VH1 visual artist of the Year, started the now annual Boarding for Breast Cancer Art show in 2004, and had his first show with Andy Warhol at Henry S. McNeil's gallery in 1985.

The last few months have seen a surge in attendance at a number of North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources attractions, including record-breaking numbers at the N.C. Museum of History’s 2012 African American Cultural Celebration, the Department has announced. The news showcases a continuing upward trend in attendance at North Carolina historic sites and museums.

SBWire, the online newswire for small to medium-sized businesses and organizations, today announced that the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources has enrolled in the SBWire for Non-Profits program.

Picture framing can let you preserve the worthy moment of your life or some beautiful art work for the life time. And art house galleries brings finest quality picture framing services to you.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is pleased to announce that its February 2012 art exhibition is now posted on their website and is ready to view online.

Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations, a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the company will serve as a sponsor for Visual Art Exchange’s “For The Love Of Art” auction and gala on Saturday, Feb. 4 from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Raleigh Marriott City Center, located at 500 Fayetteville St. The event supports Visual Art Exchange’s exhibition and education and outreach programs for artists and students. The evening will include a buffet dinner, both silent and live bidding, wine, live music and dancing. Each year, the “For The Love Of Art” auction and gala features more than 170 works of art donated from generous artists in the community. The black tie optional event includes general admission and reserved seating tickets starting at $85 per person. Complimentary valet parking will be available for all guests.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces a call for entries with the theme "Landscapes" for a juried art contest for the month of February 2012.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery (LST) is pleased to announce that they have added a new Artist News page to their website.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announced today that the Danish artist, Sven Frøkjær-Jensen was chosen for the Gallery's most recent Artist Showcase.