SEPTEMBER 5th -"First Friday Art Walk"
Art Exhibit and SaleAugust 5-30
Opening Reception September 5 from 6-9pm
"See the Music"
Northville, Michigan – Sherrus Gallery of Fine Art in Northville welcomes the public to an extraordinary First Friday Art Walk Event premiering an exhibit of never-before-displayed works by multi-media artist, Rocky Seprino. The exciting one-man show will receive extra wattage with two electrifying performances by Julian Pavone, “The World’s Youngest Drummer!”®
During the opening reception on Friday, September 5th, the public will have the opportunity to witness an exhilarating display of talent and showmanship as multi-media artist, Rocky Seprino shares the spotlight with Julian Pavone in a remarkable fusion of music, video and live painting. While gallery guests are entertained by this unique performance art, wines provided by the Stonefire Grill in Brighton and an array of cheese and crackers will further enhance the enjoyment of all.
Rocky Seprino is best known in the Detroit production community for his Film and Video work during his career as a Producer-Director. Behind the scenes Rocky has worked to develop a unique brand of pop art that is now ready for center stage. A large collection of Rocky’s work will be featured in this one-man show, which will also showcase a series of paintings inspired by the young drummer, with whom Rocky forged a bond while creating the television pilot “Finding Julian’s Band” and photos by Daniel Lippitt. The vibrant colors, energetic brush strokes and broad iconic content of Rocky’s art are evidence of the artist’s love for the pop culture of the baby boomer generation .
Regarding the exhibit, Seprino says, “I wanted to make art more than something you quietly stand and stare at…getting my little buddy Julian involved should make it fun for the whole family!”
One painting to be unveiled during the September 5th opening commemorates Julian’s recent appearance on the “The Oprah Winfrey Show”; the painting will be gifted to Ms. Winfrey after the conclusion of the exhibit. Seprino also has completed a painting of David Lippitt’s photo of Julian that appeared in Signature Magazine.
“This is going to be an amazing event for the gallery; Rocky brings so many artistic elements together to create a total sensory experience for the viewer. And having the young drumming sensation, Julian Pavone perform will truly make this exhibit opening an exceptional treat,” says gallery owner, Sherri Mewha.
The young drummer has made headlines around the world appearing on 29 TV shows, including “Good Morning American,” “Martha Stewart” and “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” With a concert and performance resume that is no doubt the envy of many, much older entertainers, Julian is fast becoming an entertainment titan who has inspired a series of children’s books, a clothing line and the formation of Harmonie Network, a national entertainment company. He is currently working on his second CD with four time-Grammy Award winning producer, Michael J. Powell.
Sponsors of the gallery event also include Stonefire Bistro, of Brighton, Harmonie Network of Novi, MI and Steve Badalament, president of Innovation Drums, who will display a drum he built for Beatles star drummer, Ringo Starr.
For more information about Julian Pavone, please visit www.julianpavone.com.
For more information about Stonefire Bistro, please visit www.stonefirebistro.net.
For more information about Harmonie Network, please visit www.harmonienetwork.com.
For more information about Daniel Lippit’s photography, please visit www.danielippit.com
Sherrus Gallery of Fine Art continues to expand the scope of its contemporary fine art offerings fast making it a destination gallery for southeast Michigan art lovers. Located in scenic downtown Northville only 35 minutes from Detroit, Sherrus Gallery features original oils, acrylics, sculpture and fine art glass created by local, national and international established and emerging artists. The contemporary gallery offers collector quality works for both aspiring and veteran collectors.
“Fine Art: One of Life’s Beautiful Necessities”
Sherrus Gallery of Fine Art also offers Custom Framing, Conservation Framing, and Corporate & Commercial Services including art conveyance, art installation, and onsite consultations. Sherrus Gallery carries a collection of more than 2,000 frames including Larson-Juhl, Engelsen, Nurre Caxton, and Roma.
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Awakening…The Artist Inside is the area’s only full line art supply retailer, featuring fine art materials for student and professional artists. Art education classes taught by local art professors and professional artists focus adult and children art students on art fundamentals, while encouraging individual creative expression. Summer camps, programs for Home-schooled children and private art lessons are also available.
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CONTACT:
Sherri R. Mewha, President-Owner
Sara Marlowe-Cholette, Gallery Director
Telephone: 248.380.0470
Email: sherrus@sbcglobal.net
Sherrus Gallery of Fine Art
133 W. Main Street, Ste. 210
Northville, MI 41867
Website: www.sherrusgallery.com
OCTOBER 3, 2008 -"First Friday Art Walk"
Art Exhibit and Sale October 3-31
Opening Reception October 3, from 6-9pm
"Detroit Exposed "
Artist, Darcel Deneau
