“Canson Infinity encompasses a range of digital fine art media that exceeds the ISO 9706 museum grade standard and that has been developed to meet galleries and museum’s longevity requirements. Canson Infinity Digital Fine Art papers and canvases have passed all five Wilhelm Imaging Research (WIR) print permanence tests in all conditions: light stability on display, stability in dark storage, resistance to atmospheric ozone, resistance to high-humidity environments and water resistance.”

“For 450 years, Canson® has invited artists, amateurs and professionals to freely express their creativity on high quality papers … Canson has made a commitment to offer high quality products that reflect the values of the brand … Creativity, Innovation, Trust, Quality and Proximity.”

Dan and I have spent the last couple of months researching and testing fine art canvas media, with special attention given to weave pattern and print longevity – we are particularly impressed with the Canson® brand of digital fine art media!

Dan Walczyk and Shawn Young will share their photo manipulation skills in the Smoke & Mirrors art exhibit Saturday, Jan. 8, through Sunday, Jan. 30, at Jonal Gallery, 653 Locust St., Columbia, PA.

“Dan and Shawn begin their art with photographs before using computer software to manipulate the images into visually stunning motifs.” – The York Dispatch (January 4, 2010 York Weekend edition)

“Smoke & Mirrors” Opening Reception: Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, 5-9PM

Visitors interested in the techniques used can attend one of the free artist talks later in the month! Dan Walczyk will present Mirror up to Nature: Photography and Fine Art in the Digital Age on Thursday, Jan. 13, 7-9PM. Shawn Young will present Beyond Smoke & Mirrors: Spiritual Communication Thru Art on Thursday, Jan. 20, 7-9PM. Refreshments will be served. Advanced seating reservations are required for the artist talks sessions – please call Jonal Gallery at (717) 681-9400 or use Jonal Gallery’s Contact Us web page.

Jonal Gallery’s regular hours are: Saturdays 10AM-5PM, Sundays 12-5PM and Fourth Fridays 5-9PM.

Jonal Gallery
653 Locust Street
Columbia, Pennsylvania 17512
(717) 681-9400
http://www.jonalgallery.com

We hope to see you there!

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The utterly distinctive look of Sunset Photo Metallic Paper comes from a combination of a subtle sheen infused in the base paper and a high-gloss reflective finish. Sunset Photo Metallic Paper will enable you to add new levels of dimensionality and depth to your fine art prints that stand out from the others.

Sunset Photo Metallic prints are only $14.00 per square foot! If you would like to see samples or to discuss other paper options for your fine art images, please Contact Us.

Vulcania Graphics & Fine Art LLC
300 Hellam Street, Wrightsville, PA 17368
717-252-1085
vgafa@comcast.net

Both Dan and I wish everyone a Happy Holiday’s!

Art Association of Harrisburg (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania)
http://www.artassocofhbg.com

Lancaster County Art Association (Lancaster, Pennsylvania)
http://www.lcaaonline.org

York Art Association (York, Pennsylvania)
http://www.yorkartassociation.org

YorkArts (York, Pennsylvania)
http://www.yorkarts.org

York County Camera Club (York, Pennsylvania)
http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/yc-cameraclub/

New customers who are members in good standing will receive a 25% discount on their entire first invoice! This includes Fine Art printing, photography, scanning, color correction, file manipulation (sizing and print optimization), archive CDs/DVDs. Please see the About Us page for more information about our services.

Thereafter, members in good standing will receive a 15% discount on all Fine Art printing orders. Additional digital services (photography, scanning, color correction, file manipulation and archive CDs/DVDs) will be billed at our standard rates. *Discounts cannot be combined with other offers or promotions.

Please Contact Us if you have any questions or need more information!

Congratulations to Dan Walczyk for receiving an Honorable Mention for his piece entitled “Out of Darkness” in the York Art Association’s September 2010 Fall Member’s Exhibition. There were 89 entries and juror Jon L. Johnson, selected the following award winners:

Best of Show: Denny Bond
1st Place Professional: Betty Sampsell
2nd Place Professional: Julie Yontz Rupp
3rd Place Professional: Michael Brothers
1st Place Non-Professional: Milton Leake
2nd Place Non-Professional: Paul Sgro
3rd Place Non-Professional: Micah Neff

Honorable Mentions:
Cherie Sikking, Steven Heffner, Diane Delozier, William Erwin, Daniel Walczyk, Patty Smith, Lois Ebbert, Pat Richards, Joyce Copeland, and Cattrine Virago.

Dan’s “Out of Darkness” is part of his Elemental Reflections I series and was printed in-house at Vulcania Graphics & Fine Art at a size of 24″ x 24″ on Epson Premium Semimatte paper. Dan completed the artwork with double matting and a hand-made frame.

For more information about the York Art Association please visit their website or stop by their gallery/main office.

York Art Association
220 South Marshall Street
York, PA 17402
http://yorkartassociation.org

For more information about Vulcania Graphics & Fine Art’s printing services please visit the About Us page.

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the York Art Association’s September 2010 Fall Member’s Exhibition!

an art exhibit about and for flowers in various media will be showing March 26-May 8, 2010 at the Weavings, Ink. art gallery in Wrightsville, PA.

"Peacock Lily" by Shawn Young

This art exhibit will include the works of:

Pamela Cummings, pottery
Phyllis Koster, weavings
Robert Oughton, pen and inks
Michie Taylor, ceramic flowers
Dan Walczyk, photographs
Shawn Young, photographs
Mark Wesling, paintings

Opening Reception

Friday, March 26, 5-8 p.m.
There will be a special guitar performance by Mark Wesling at the March 26 opening reception. Light refreshments will be served.

Second Reception

Monday, April 26, 5-8 p.m.

Normal Gallery Hours

Friday’s & Saturday’s 1–5 p.m.

Weavings, Ink.
Phyllis Koster and Robert Oughton
208 Hellam Street (Route 462)
Wrightsville, Pennsylvania USA 17368
www.weavingsink.blogspot.com

Google Map

We hope to see you there!

Black and White and Red All Over

February 13-March 14, 2010

Jonal Gallery will be featuring local pen and ink artists:

Robert Oughton (Hellam, PA)
Bob Hammer (Wrightsville, PA)
Chuck Long (York, PA)
Dave Haneman (Marietta, PA)
Dale Weibley (Columbia, PA)

Opening Reception

Saturday, February 13, 5-9PM
Light refreshments will be served.

Artist Demos during Columbia’s Fourth Friday Event

February 26, 5-9PM

Normal Gallery Hours

Saturday’s 10AM-5PM, Sunday’s Noon-5PM, or by appointment

Jonal Gallery
653 Locust Street
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 681-9400
http://www.jonalgallery.com

Map & Directions

“Join us for an evening of fine local wines, food and music as you enjoy exploring the National Watch & Clock Museum, Library & Research Center’s exhibits and collections. The Museum’s regular galleries include some of the finest timepieces in North America, and there are currently two special exhibits for viewing as well. Special exhibits include Time & Exploration and Sense of Time. Museum admission is included and each wine taster will receive a commemorative wine glass. In addition to the Museum’s exhibits, artwork inspired by the Museum collection will be available for sale courtesy of Parlor Gallery, 320 Laurel Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Tickets are $25.00 for those sampling and $15.00 for those not sampling. Tickets may be reserved in advance at www.nawccstore.org.”

Artists exhibiting artwork:

Clifford Eberly ~ drawings
Matt Gross ~ photography
Jeffrey Moser ~ photography
Dan Walczyk ~ photo illustration
Shawn Young ~ digital illustration

"A Teleological Argument" by Dan Walczyk

"Time Catcher (Old World)" by Shawn Young

Below is a Google Map showing the National Clock & Watch Museum in Columbia, PA. You can click the map to get driving directions.

We hope to see you there!

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INKMEN
October 9 – November 14, 2009

Featuring local pen and ink artists:
David Haneman (Marietta, PA)
Charles Long (York, PA)
Robert Oughton (Hellam, PA)
Dale Weibley (Columbia, PA)

Opening Reception: Friday, October 9, 5-8 p.m.
Artist demos every Saturday, free and open to the public.

Weavings, Ink.
Phyllis Koster and Robert Oughton
208 Hellam Street
Wrightsville, Pennsylvania USA 17368
Google Map

Gallery Hours: Friday, Saturday 1–5 p.m. and by appointment or chance.
For more information please call (717) 252-3518 or visit the gallery’s website www.weavingsink.blogspot.com

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