Seminole, Riverside, Tampa, Ybor and so forth, the UC is filled with Heights neighborhoods. But why? ... Read MoreAnd much, much more: http://www.newheightsmag.com/
Friday, March 28, 2008
Tampa Heights in New Heights Magazine
Seminole, Riverside, Tampa, Ybor and so forth, the UC is filled with Heights neighborhoods. But why? ... Read More
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Galleries Align For 1-Man Show
It's rare to have two galleries work together to sponsor the same artist at the same time. But that's what's happening in two exhibits of the drawings, prints and steel sculptures of local artist Dominique Labauvie.
Called "Constellations, & Acrobats," the sculpture portion of the exhibit opens Saturday at Michael Murphy Gallery M in South Tampa. The exhibit of drawings and prints will open Friday at Bleu Acier in Tampa Heights. Both shows run through April 19.
Labauvie's wife, master printer Erika Schneider, played a big role in producing the prints.
"I'm an enabler and an alchemist," said Schneider, owner of Bleu Acier. "When an artist has an idea and wants to make a print, I teach them how to do it and work with them on the color and the layering. It's a true collaboration."
To illustrate her point, she discussed one of the prints, "The Golden Fleece."
"It went through quite a few changes," she said. "We had to play with the colors a little bit, and then we decided to throw a transparent golden layer over the whole thing to make it really bright, and all of a sudden, the print came together."
The exhibit's theme centers on the representation of mythological figures from constellations, interpreted through Labauvie's lines and forms.
He made "these round dots that insinuated respiration or breath, and then he integrated them into the composition of the drawing," Schneider said. "It's more of an imagined golden fleece than the actual one in the sky."
As for the acrobats in the title, that refers to the process of making a sculpture. Like many artists, Labauvie's creative process often starts with a mix of excitement and uncertainty - much like a tightrope walker would feel.
The exhibit opens with free receptions from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Bleu Acier, 109 W. Columbus Drive, and from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Gallery M, 2701 S. MacDill Ave.
Call Bleu Acier at (813) 272-9746 or Gallery M at (813) 902-1414 for details.
Called "Constellations, & Acrobats," the sculpture portion of the exhibit opens Saturday at Michael Murphy Gallery M in South Tampa. The exhibit of drawings and prints will open Friday at Bleu Acier in Tampa Heights. Both shows run through April 19.
Labauvie's wife, master printer Erika Schneider, played a big role in producing the prints.
"I'm an enabler and an alchemist," said Schneider, owner of Bleu Acier. "When an artist has an idea and wants to make a print, I teach them how to do it and work with them on the color and the layering. It's a true collaboration."
To illustrate her point, she discussed one of the prints, "The Golden Fleece."
"It went through quite a few changes," she said. "We had to play with the colors a little bit, and then we decided to throw a transparent golden layer over the whole thing to make it really bright, and all of a sudden, the print came together."
The exhibit's theme centers on the representation of mythological figures from constellations, interpreted through Labauvie's lines and forms.
He made "these round dots that insinuated respiration or breath, and then he integrated them into the composition of the drawing," Schneider said. "It's more of an imagined golden fleece than the actual one in the sky."
As for the acrobats in the title, that refers to the process of making a sculpture. Like many artists, Labauvie's creative process often starts with a mix of excitement and uncertainty - much like a tightrope walker would feel.
The exhibit opens with free receptions from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Bleu Acier, 109 W. Columbus Drive, and from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Gallery M, 2701 S. MacDill Ave.
Call Bleu Acier at (813) 272-9746 or Gallery M at (813) 902-1414 for details.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
New Heights Call for Articles: April 1, 2008
It’s that time again!
Have your writings (and photography) considered for publication in the mid-May/mid-July issue of New Heights Magazine by emailing them to editor@NewHeightsMag.com by Tues., April 1, 2008.
Complete guidelines can be found HERE.
COME ON TAMPA HEIGHTS -- WE WANT YOUR STORIES AND PICTURES!
Have your writings (and photography) considered for publication in the mid-May/mid-July issue of New Heights Magazine by emailing them to editor@NewHeightsMag.com by Tues., April 1, 2008.
Complete guidelines can be found HERE.
COME ON TAMPA HEIGHTS -- WE WANT YOUR STORIES AND PICTURES!
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$2100 / 4br - Lots of space, new construction, huge lot, close to Downtown
In the Tampa Heights Historic District, with a spectacular contemporary environment, perfect for entertaining. Can be 3, 4 or 5 BEDROOMS, as spaces are very flexible. Has 2.5 BATHS, an all NEW IKEA island-style kitchen, with stainless gas stove and dishwasher. Eat in kitchen, with pull-out pantry and lots of storage. Side-by-side refrigerator, full size laundry room with closet and front-loading washer and dryer. BONUS ROOM or OFFICE, plenty of storage, private outdoor courtyards, extra large lot with off street parking. This house is an intriguing mixture of old and new construction with massive, warehouse-style, double-volume living area. 1907 meets 21st Century!! Over 2,500 square feet of newly decorated versatile living space. This is a smoke-free home. AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT. READY TO LEASE (or SELL)
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See great selection of photos by going here!
Friday, March 07, 2008
Good Ole Rhonda Storms - Staying the Course
TAMPA - State Sen. Ronda Storms has introduced legislation that city officials say would severely hamper their efforts to revitalize neighborhoods like East Tampa and Tampa Heights.
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I would make a comment about her effects on neighborhood growth -- but I think her actions say it all.
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I would make a comment about her effects on neighborhood growth -- but I think her actions say it all.
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Monday, March 03, 2008
Red-light cameras in the news
Saw this article today on the implementation of traffic cameras to catch people running red lights. We could stand for a few of these in our neighborhood: Florida and Palm, Tampa and Palm, Florida and Columbus, Tampa and Columbus. Any others?
Sunday, March 02, 2008
Tampa Heights in the News
Video Link: http://www.tampabays10.com/video/16x9/?aid=55634&sid=73344
By: Jennifer Howe
Tampa, Florida - The Tampa Heights neighborhood was established back in the 1880's and sits just north of downtown. It is experiencing a re-development now as the city's newest, oldest suburb.
Gene Howes is a documentary filmmaker who has spent a lot of time walking these streets, photographing the unique architecture.
"I love this area,” said Howes. “I love the diversity of it. I love the history of it, and so it's fantastic to be a part of what's going on."
He's now contributing to a new magazine dedicated to the people of Tampa, Seminole and Riverside Heights.
We met the editor of "New Heights Magazine” at the old Tampa Fire House #5. Jay McGee started the magazine after realizing how many stories could be told about the neighborhoods and what they've accomplished.
Jay said, "What I could do was kind of act as a facilitator for all these neighborhoods by creating a magazine that talks about, not necessarily what we all need, but what we all have."
He wants to write about history to preserve it. The old fire house, for example, is about to get a face lift. A Tampa man is turning it into an art gallery.
"We have this future vision of what we'd like it to be, but we don't want to get rid of the past," said Jay McGee.
He has drawn on the memories of the people who live here. They are the authors and photographers who have filled the pages of new heights with stories.
People like Gene Howes who finds beauty in these old streets.
"It just needs to be noticed, and I think that's what the magazine will do," said Gene.
By: Jennifer Howe
Tampa, Florida - The Tampa Heights neighborhood was established back in the 1880's and sits just north of downtown. It is experiencing a re-development now as the city's newest, oldest suburb.
Gene Howes is a documentary filmmaker who has spent a lot of time walking these streets, photographing the unique architecture.
"I love this area,” said Howes. “I love the diversity of it. I love the history of it, and so it's fantastic to be a part of what's going on."
He's now contributing to a new magazine dedicated to the people of Tampa, Seminole and Riverside Heights.
We met the editor of "New Heights Magazine” at the old Tampa Fire House #5. Jay McGee started the magazine after realizing how many stories could be told about the neighborhoods and what they've accomplished.
Jay said, "What I could do was kind of act as a facilitator for all these neighborhoods by creating a magazine that talks about, not necessarily what we all need, but what we all have."
He wants to write about history to preserve it. The old fire house, for example, is about to get a face lift. A Tampa man is turning it into an art gallery.
"We have this future vision of what we'd like it to be, but we don't want to get rid of the past," said Jay McGee.
He has drawn on the memories of the people who live here. They are the authors and photographers who have filled the pages of new heights with stories.
People like Gene Howes who finds beauty in these old streets.
"It just needs to be noticed, and I think that's what the magazine will do," said Gene.
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