Umbrian Landscapes by Watercolor Artist Sylvia Cameron at Archway Gallery

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Archway Gallery presents Umbrian Landscapes featuring works by watercolor artist Sylvia Cameron. The exhibition will be on view April 7 – May 3, 2012.

The artist will be on hand to visit with guests during the exhibition opening reception on Saturday, April 14, 2012 from 5 – 8 pm at the gallery.

The exhibit features the beautiful landscapes of Umbria, Italy, depicting the grand villas, hilltop towns, olive groves and architecture.  During three trips to central Italy in the province of Umbria, Cameron was captivated by the beauty and charm of the area. While there, she would make daily trips to the nearby hilltop towns to photograph, sketch and paint.

A day in the life by Photographer Fikry Botros at Archway Gallery

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Evening Shadows by Fikry Botros

Archway Gallery presents A day in the life, featuring photography by Fikry Botros. The exhibition, part of the city-wide celebration of the FotoFest 2012 Biennial, will be on view March 3 – April 5, 2012.  Now in its 14^th year, Fotofest is the United States’ largest and longest-running international photography festival.

The artist will be on hand to visit with guests during the exhibition opening reception on Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 5 – 8 pm at the gallery.

The photographs in the exhibit are candid moments of the ordinary lives of people from around the world – contemplating, celebrating, discovering, working and playing.

GENERATION by Gene Hester and Liz Conces Spencer at Archway Gallery

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"...but they often take on the appearance of man" fused glass on marble, 2012. By Gene Hester and Liz Conces Spencer

Archway Gallery presents GENERATION, an exhibition of collaborative and solo artworks by Gene Hester and Liz Conces Spencer.  The exhibition will be on view through March 1, 2012.

GENERATION is an ongoing source of inspiration for Gene Hester and Liz Conces Spencer, who examine visually the natural and sometimes sudden changes that occur in relationships, the environment and our own consciousness. The artists have created collaborative works in fused glass and solo works in papier-mâché and various mixed media as a complement to the more traditional styles they have typically shown.  Viewers will be encouraged to relate our shared experiences with natural occurrences that have shaped and reshaped our environment, as well as the life-altering but ever-shifting events that are part of being human.

Fifth Ward Enrichment Program, Inc. Honors Bridgeway Capital’s John Montgomery at Heart of Houston Awards Luncheon

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John Montgomery, Bridgeway Capital Management

The Fifth Ward Enrichment Program, Inc. announced today that the non-profit organization would honor John Montgomery, the founder of Bridgeway Capital Management and the Bridgeway family of domestic equity mutual funds at its 14^th Annual Heart of Houston Awards Luncheon.  The annual fundraiser will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. at The Junior League of Houston, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston, 77027.

The Fifth Ward Enrichment Program, Inc. is a youth leadership and development program for at-risk males, ages 12 to 19 years old, located in one of Houston’s most economically depressed neighborhoods. The Heart of Houston award annually recognizes individuals for their tremendous commitment to Houston and its citizens. Previous Heart of Houston recipients include former Houston Mayor Lee P. Brown, Houston Texans owner-president, Bob McNair, State Representative Sylvester Turner, Pastor Kirbyjon Caldwell and City Attorney Anthony Hall. Jerome Gray, last year’s honoree, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies this year.

The Houston Metropolitan Dance Company Announces Staff and Board Appointments

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The Houston Metropolitan Dance Company (The Met) announced the promotion of Marlana Doyle to Artistic Director of the professional dance company effective immediately.  Doyle has been a company member for more than 11 years.  Her dance and administrative talents have been showcased in a variety of roles of progressing in responsible for the company.  These include Dancer Liaison to the Board, Company Manager, Managing Director, to her appointment as Artistic Director.  Doyle has been expanding The Met repertory by researching and then inviting renowned and emerging guest choreographers to set works on the company.  This direction has allowed the company members to develop both their artistic and technical skills.

Houston Metropolitan Dance Company Performs Signature Works

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Air by Larry Keigwin. Photo: Ben Doyle, Runaway Productions, LLC

The Houston Metropolitan Dance Company performs Signature Works, on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 8 p.m. at the Cullen Theater Wortham Center located at 550 Prairie Street, 77002. The 16^th Anniversary Season performance includes premieres and audience favorites by renowned choreographers who have helped advance the artistic mission of the company. Individual Performance Tickets ($15-$45) are available now through the Wortham Box Office at http://www.explorehouston.org/ticketing or by calling (713) 222-5400.  For updates, follow Houston Met Dance on Facebook and Twitter.