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Jane Seymour wows ‘em at Studio

Written by Tom Vaught on . Posted in Art, Entertainment.

ANNA MARIA – Actress Jane Seymour capped a busy day in Manatee County by hosting as many as 200 people at a party at The Studio at Gulf and Pine Friday evening.

The renowned star of television and movies met with dignitaries from Anna Maria Island and the county government. The Chiles Group, the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and Realize Bradenton made Seymour’s visit possible.

Seymour is a noted actor, artist and author and her artwork was on display at The Studio in a show called Up Close and Personal: The Art of Jane Seymour. The display will continue until Feb. 9.

Seymour mingled with the crowd, talking about her art and a special project, her Open Hearts Campaign. She has a line of jewelry by that name and she said the campaign urges people to keep an open heart so you may give and receive love.

She unveiled an “Open Hearts” sculpture at the Bradenton Riverwalk earlier in the day.

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Actress Jane Seymour sits on her sculpture at Riverwalk in Bradenton. – Tom Vaught | Sun

Bradenton Mayor Wayne Poston and a number of dignitaries spoke after the unveiling of the sculpture, which has two hearts open at each end, like her Open Hearts by Jane Seymour® jewelry line.

The open heart is a state of mind to Seymour, who urges people to keep their hearts open and love will come. It also says love has no boundaries and flows unconditionally.

Seymour has a website that provides an interactive forum for people to discuss how keeping an open heart has changed their lives.

Jane Seymour – Tom Vaught | Sun

Seymour also gave a cooking display at The Studio and she stayed true to her vegan lifestyle, but mostly she talked with visitors and posed for photos with them.

The next day, Seymour appeared at the Manatee Performing Arts Center at noon, when she talked about her artwork and answered questions from the audience.

Seymour is known for her performances in the James Bond film “Live and Let Die,” the film “Somewhere in Time” with Christopher Reeve, and the television series “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.” Her work has earned her an Emmy, two Golden Globes and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

While at The Studio, she was asked if this was her first time on Anna Maria Island.

“Yes,” she answered, “but it won’t be my only time.”

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Jane Seymour artwork at The Studio

Written by Tom Vaught on . Posted in Art, Entertainment.

The Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive in Anna Maria, will host Up Close and Personal: The Art of Jane Seymour on Tuesday, Jan. 15, with nearly 50 original watercolors, oils, open heart bronze sculptures and limited-edition giclee prints on display and available for acquisition through Feb. 9.

Jane Seymour
Jane Seymour

The Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning actress, artist, author, designer and philanthropist will unveil the art exhibit and attend events throughout Bradenton area this month.

The Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (BACVB) and Realize Bradenton invited Seymour to help unveil a new piece of public art on the Bradenton Riverwalk at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, directly across from Veteran’s Monument Park.

Additionally, Seymour will appear at the Manatee Performing Arts Center at 502 3rd Ave. W., Bradenton on Saturday, Jan. 19, at noon, when she talks about her artwork. This intimate event will conclude with a short Q & A, followed by a book signing, and rare photo opportunity with the artist.

Tickets for this highly sought-after event are available for purchase through the Manatee Performing Arts Center.

Seymour is best known for her performances in the James Bond film “Live and Let Die,” “Somewhere in Time,” as well as the television series “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.” Her work has earned her an Emmy, two Golden Globes and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In addition to being a celebrated actress, Seymour is also a lauded author and painter and designed the widely successful line of jewelry – Open Hearts by Jane Seymour. Crediting her mother’s advice and personal philosophy as her inspiration behind the line, the Open Heart design has become a universally-recognized symbol of giving and receiving love.

Celebrating a decade at The Studio

Written by Tom Vaught on . Posted in Art, Entertainment.

ANNA MARIA – The Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, is calling all artists for “10byTEN at the Studio,” a community exhibit, sale and fundraising event to be held Nov. 1 through Dec. 23.

The exhibition, which celebrates the 10th anniversary of The Studio, invites all artists from novice to professional to create 10-inch by 10-inch pieces of art in any medium.

Cradled painting panels (Claybord) are available while supplies last for a nominal deposit fee at The Studio at Gulf and Pine or Keeton’s Office & Art Supply, 817 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, during regular business hours. Individuals who want to participate but are unable to obtain Claybord are encouraged to use the surface of their choice following the submission guidelines. Five-inch by five-inch wrapped canvases are available for artists under 18 years old.

The deadline for entries is Saturday, Oct. 21 at 3 p.m. There is no entry fee.

All “10byTEN” artwork will be sold for $75 and 5-inch by 5-inch artwork for $25. All proceeds will go to Cultural Connections, the Anna Maria Island 501(c)3 nonprofit arts and culture advocacy organization, and the Studio at Gulf and Pine to expand future programming for artists.

The first chance to purchase artwork will be at the kick-off event for this year’s artsHOP on Thursday Nov. 9, when the Studio opens its doors at 6 p.m. for an evening of original art, live music, wine and light appetizers provided by the Sandbar Restaurant.

The Studio at Gulf and Pine is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and Sunday by appointment. Call 941-778-1906 or visit Facebook for more information about 10byTEN and other upcoming events.