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Monday, November 23rd, 2009

HUGE BLACK FRIDAY SALE!

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This Friday, November 27th will be our BIGGEST sale this year:

40% off our everyday low prices on ALL* Paint, canvas, and  paper from 10am-noon.

Make sure to get in here early to get the best deals before someone else gets them. Get yourself stocked up to make art for months! Don’t  miss out on a sale this big.
Utrecht Art Supplies
2354 North Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(954) 630-1482
*Offer only good in store between the hours of 10am and noon on November 27th, 2009. Cannot be combined with any other sales, offers, discounts, or coupons. Only good on in-stock items. Cannot be used on kits, drop-ship items, or special order items. No rain checks, pre-sells, or pre-paid orders. No exceptions.

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Friday, November 20th, 2009

Black Friday is coming…

Where will you be on Black Friday? We have some surprises coming up. Stay Tuned!

UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY. FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482 store39@utrecht.com

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Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

Recommended weekend openings

Time & Temp at the Art & Culture Center of Hollywood

A survey of some of South Florida’s leading up-and-coming painters. The show officially opened on the 16th but the opening reception will be this Friday from 6-9pm. Come by to get a primer of the exciting local painting scene just before this season’s Art Basel.

Small Stuff 3 at Bear & Bird Gallery
A cash and carry show of a handful of local artists. All work is sold first come, first served, and goes home the same day so you need to get in early to see the whole show. Included among the artists is Danny Brito. Danny was the first place winner in our Halloween BOOtique art show last month.
Opening brunch reception Sunday November 22, 1-4pm.

And don’t forget our upcoming show here in December! Read our blog to get all the details! Come by the store to pick up the materials for the show and enter.

Utrecht Art Supplies
2354 N. Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(954) 630-1482

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Saturday, November 14th, 2009

Save 40% - Good Through Wednesday, November 18, 2009! Keycode 86355

Save 40% - Good Through Wednesday, November 18, 2009!

Print this coupon, bring it in to Utrecht Ft. Lauderdale and SAVE 40% off one non-sale item!

UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY. FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482

 

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Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

Utrecht Fort Lauderdale has New Hours starting November 16th

Shop Early Utrecht FTL friends!

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Effective November 16th will be closing an hour earlier. Sundays we will be opening an hour later as well.

Hours of Operation:

Monday-Saturday 10am-8pm

Sunday Noon-5pm

See you at Utrecht!

UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482 store39@utrecht.com

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Monday, November 9th, 2009

Gamblin Demo Pix

Thanks to all that attended the Gamblin Oil Demo yesterday. What an educational experience it was! Here’s some pix.

We have even more events and demos coming up in December:

Plein-Air Lecture with JoeAnna Arnett and James Asher: December 8th @ 3pm and 4pm

Golden Acrylics Demo : December 12th @ 1pm

Strathmore Artist Trading Cards Swap Meet and Exhibition: December 18th @ 7pm

Call us or check back soon for more info.

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UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482 store39@utrecht.com

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Monday, November 9th, 2009

Utrecht Fort Lauderdale Strathmore Artist Trading Card “Swap Meet” Announced!

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Celebrate the holidays in style with Utrecht Fort Lauderdale and make you own Strathmore Artist Trading Cards (ATC) to Show & Swap.

Join us December 18th for our “Swap Meet” event and opening. This is a great excuse to get together during the holiday season and meet new local artists, and make some new friends too.

Eligibility:

· Open to the public.

· ATC Artwork must be appropriate for all ages.

· All ATC artwork must be dry when submitted.

· ATC Artwork must be hand delivered to the store by the artist.

· All ATC artwork submitted must be an original created on a “Strathmore Artist Trading Card”.

· Artist Trading Card “Swap Meet” and Opening will start Friday, December 18, 2009 at 7pm

· Utrecht Art Supplies FTL management reserves the right to reject submitted ATC artwork. This is non-negotiable. Utrecht Art Supplies is not responsible for any ATC artwork that may become lost or damaged before, during, and/or after the event.

Submission Guidelines:

· Artists may submit up to 6 cards. A $5 entry fee includes a pack of Strathmore Trading Cards of your choice, plus your submission of up to 3 cards. (Cash preferred) You may swap as many cards as you wish at the “Swap Meet”

· Actual ATC artwork is to be submitted to Utrecht Art Supplies Ft. Lauderdale during normal store hours on the dates listed.

· You will be supplied with entry forms when you submit your artwork.

· Do not frame or mount your ATC artwork. Hanging will be provided for this show.

Prizes:

· There will be three prizes given out during the opening reception in the form of ArtSmart Gift Cards. 1st prize $25, 2nd prize $20, 3rd prize $15, and Popular Vote prize $10.

Judging process:

· Entries will be judged by a selection of local artists.

Important Dates:

- December 14th – Last day to submit ATC artwork.

- December 17th – Last day to pick up rejected pieces.

- December 18th – “Swap Meet” starts at 7pm

- January 15th – Last day of exhibition.

- January 16th - Start picking up ATC artwork.

- January 23rd – Last day to pick up ATC artwork. All ATC artwork must be picked up by this date. Utrecht FTL is not responsible for any ATC artwork not picked up by January 23rd, 2010.

 

UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482 store39@utrecht.com

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Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Strathmore Artist Trading Card Swap Event

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Coming soon…December 18th 2009…Stay Tuned for more info!

UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482 store39@utrecht.com

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Friday, November 6th, 2009

Last weekend to take advantage of the midterm and board sale!

Get to Utrecht this weekend. It’s your last chance to take advantage of the midterm sale. The last day to take advantage of all the green sales tagged items is Sunday November 8, 2009!

Our board sale ends Sunday as well: Get 15% off one board, 20% off when you buy 10, or 25% off when you buy 20.


UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482 store39@utrecht.com

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Sunday, November 1st, 2009

Free Gamblin Oil Painting Demo on November 8th at 11am.

UNDERSTANDING CONTEMPORARY OIL PAINTING MATERIALS:

Where: Utrecht Art Supplies, Fort Lauderdale

When: November 8th, 2009

Time: 11am-12:30 pm

Glenn Brill, Artist Representative for Gamblin Artist’s Colors, will present a practical,
hands-on educational presentation on Gamblin Oil Colors. This 90 minute presentation will
cover all aspects of oil paints, mediums and varnishes, including:
Color Theory and Practical Color Mixing
Navigating Color Space
Mineral vs. Modern Pigments
Understanding Color Names
Oil Paint Manufacturing
Professional Grade Oil Paint vs. Student Grade Oil Paint
Mediums and Varnishes
Indirect vs. Direct Painting Techniques
Supports, Sizing and Grounds
Studio Safety
The goal of the presentation is not only to educate participants on oil paints but to provide
information that will enable attendees to create their own personalized palette.
All attendees will receive FREE Gamblin Product & Literature Samples.

About the Presenter:
Glenn Brill has presented over 300 educational presentations throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia.
Currently an Adjunct Professor at San Francisco State University, Glenn has also taught at California
College of the Arts, San Francisco Art Institute and University of California @ Hayward. Glenn has
been involved in art material product development and education for over 15 years. He has worked
for some of the premier art material companies as Director of Education, helping to develop and
test oil and acrylic paints, brushes, canvas, paper, and drawing materials. Glenn has been the
recipient of two National Endowment for the Arts Visual Fellowships, Author of “Beyond the Brush”
and co-author of “The Acrylic Handbook”. His artworks are in the permanent collections of the
Archives of American Art, Brooklyn Museum, San Jose Museum and Phoenix Art Museum. Glenn holds
a BFA from the California College of Arts and Crafts, an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art and is a
Tamarind Master Printer. His work can be viewed at www.glennbrill.com.

Please call us to reserve your seat.

UTRECHT ART SUPPLIES 2354 N FEDERAL HWY. FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33305 (954) 630-1482 store39@utrecht.com

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