International Fine Art Expositions (IFAE) founders and AIFAF organizers David and Lee Ann Lester reported that a record 5,100 collectors attended the opening Vernissage honoring the Norton Museum of Art Tuesday evening at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. Sales during the first day of the fair indicate that the US art economy is rebounding strongly – consistent with very strong auction sales in New York on Wednesday – where a Giacometti sculpture sold for a record $105 million – a new high for any work of art. The American International Fine Art Fair continues its run through February 8. The numerous sales reported over AIFAF’s first day included: The Richard Green Gallery’s sale of Eugene von Blaas’s “Conversation ... Read More

The Organisers of Masterpiece London are delighted to announce that planning permission for the 2010 Fair has been granted by Westminster City Council. for this year’s inaugural fair which will take place at the former Chelsea Barracks, London SW1 between 24-29 June 2010. Residing opposite the prestigious Royal Hospital Chelsea and ideally situated in the heart of central London, Masterpiece London will be held in a Stabilo-designed bespoke structure on the site. Visitors will enjoy a remarkable array of works of art, from fine and decorative arts to contemporary design, vintage cars and other premium collectors’ items. Nicola Winwood, Fair Director of Masterpiece London says: “We are delighted to confirm that Masterpiece London ... Read More

Employers interested in recruiting college students and recent college graduates for full-time, part-time or summer positions are invited to make plans to participate in the free Life Sciences Career Fair hosted by Harrisburg University of Science and Technology as part of the 2010 Biotechnology Showcase. The Career Fair is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon, Friday, March 26 at Harrisburg University, which is located at 326 Market Street. Private and public-sector employers and government agencies who seek to hire upcoming and recent graduates, co-op students, interns, part-time or summer candidates, and graduate schools are invited. Participating businesses and industries include: Hershey Center for Applied Research, Bayer Healthcare, LLC, ... Read More

ART HK 10 – Hong Kong International Art Fair will take place from 27 – 30 May 2010 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Sponsored by Deutsche Bank, ART HK 10 is delighted to present the strongest exhibitor line-up for an art fair in Asia to date, affirming its position as the leading art fair in Asia. This year, ART HK 10 will welcome over 140 galleries from 27 countries. Leading galleries such as Gagosian Gallery, Lisson Gallery & White Cube are returning this year and, in addition to top level galleries from Asia, ART HK will present a strengthened line-up of western galleries. New additions include Hauser & Wirth from Zurich, London & New York, Galerie Lelong from New York, Paris & ... Read More

As a recruiter, finding good quality candidates is never an easy task especially if you work in the medical industry. MedBio Virtual Career Expo will host a medical virtual job fair from May 11-13, 2010 to bring together biotechnology, healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical device employers, staffing/recruiting firms and medical professionals. With emerging web 2.0 technology, virtual job fairs have proven to be an overall cost effective strategy. By combining job opportunities, social engagement tools, networking opportunities, and webcasts/video presentations MedBio Virtual Career Expo will allow recruiters to engage with literally thousands of top quality medical professionals from across the globe without leaving their office. Job ... Read More

This unique fruit pie features cooked pears and a rich cream filling. It’s layered with a lattice crust and whipped topping. A neighbor’s pear tree inspired the recipe (from Bill Blake of Little Rock) which earned him a blue ribbon at the most recent Arkansas State Fair Pillsbury® Refrigerated Pie Crusts Pie Baking Championship. It won for taste, appearance, creativity and ease of preparation. Now the makers of Pillsbury pie crusts have picked Blake’s pie as its national pie baking championship grand prize winner. Julie Hinderks, a test kitchen expert at Pillsbury, noted, “This is not your ‘average’ cream pie. With the pre-baked lattice top and filling layer, it was a fun new twist on a traditional pear ... Read More

Scott Lee Cohen helped put Illinois’ resident Raymond Hancock back to work. Scott Lee Cohen, Democratic candidate for Lt. Governor, said he had to do more for Illinois than just talk about creating jobs. He had to take action. Highlighting his top priority of job growth in Illinois, Cohen, a successful business owner and founder of citizen’s group “Rod Must Resign,” has been hosting job fairs connecting thousands of job seekers with employers who are hiring right now. “Had I not had exposure to the job fair, I probably would still be looking for employment,” said Hancock, who was able to find employment with a national insurance provider during one Scott Lee Cohen job fair. Scott Lee Cohen helped ... Read More

This Valentines weekend marks the 9th anniversary of the Seattle Print Fair. This special annual event brings together some of the best original print dealers in the U.S. and Canada. The Fair is open to the public Saturday & Sunday, February 13th & 14th, and without admission charge. This year the special Friday evening preview is being sponsored by the Lenny Wilkens Foundation to benefit the Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic. This event is a rare opportunity to see thousands of fine original woodcuts, lithographs, and etchings dating from 1480 to 2009 and to learn about the artists and subjects from knowledgeable representatives. All works are available for purchase. Please join us. The fair is being held at Davidson Galleries, ... Read More

Rare finds abound at The American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF), slated for February 3-8, 2010 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. The only American international art and antiques fair rated 5-stars by The Art Newspaper, AIFAF has established itself as a premier destination for sophisticated dealers and collectors. The fair has emerged as the most prestigious art and antique show in the United States and has been recognized as the “crown jewel” of American art fairs. As one of the world’s leading sources for museum-quality paintings, sculpture, and antiques, AIFAF reflects traditional, modern and contemporary collecting trends. Eighty dealers from more than a dozen countries including Great Britain, Spain, France, ... Read More

The 21st BATH DECORATIVE AND ANTIQUES FAIR The Pavilion, North Parade Road, Bath BA2 4EU 4-6 March 2010 Trade: Thursday 4 March 12.00 pm – 8.00 pm Public: Friday 5 March 11 am – 7.00 pm & Saturday 6 March 10.00 am – 5.00 pm Charity Preview Evening: Thursday 4 March 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm More information about all exhibitors can be found via the Fair web site www.bathdecorativeantiquesfair.co.uk A visit to the Fair may also be easy on the pocket – exhibitors donate £25 to the Fair’s chosen charity, Rowdeford School for Children with Special Needs, and as a non-profit making event prices are kept to a friendly level to encourage trade and public alike to visit the splendid Georgian city of Bath each year. ... Read More