Dad’s Letter refers to John Bernard Myers: “Tracking the Marvelous” A Life in the New York Art World Today Feb.1, 2013, I celebrate my Father, Herman Louis Betschen, who was born 101 years ago. Dad passed through The Celestial Gates on May 27, 1992, but his legacy and his influence live on. I found his […]
One of the greatest joys in the world is being a grandparent. Besides sharing art with our four grandkids, I encourage them to learn greetings and the cultures of many other countries. Max and Sophia each have “Passport to the World” (Your A – Z Guided Language Tour) by Craig Froman. ‘Passport’ features a bit […]
Manhattan Arts International Online Gallery features artists who have met high standards of excellence in their style and medium. In 2012 my page in their On line Gallery contained six of my “Water Works” theme with a focus on conservation and protection of this precious resource. Bobbi Mastrangelo: The Square Route of Water 21″ […]
Friends appreciating art and artists appreciating their friends’ support. Many artists like myself work alone and often my art is shipped to exhibits which I can not attend. Recently my friend Sandy Wicker sent me a photo of herself standing next to my miniature “Reuse” sculpture at The Mills Pond House in St. James, NY. […]
Smithtown Township Arts Council Members’ Fine Art Exhibition Nov. 17 – Dec 21, 2012 Opening reception: Nov. 17th 2 – 4 PM Mills Pond House Gallery 660 Route 25A, St. James, NY 11780 Phone: 631.862.6575 Office Hours: 10am-5pm Monday – Friday, 12pm – 4pm Saturday and Sunday* When gallery is open Smithtown Township Arts Council – […]
The subject of the college term paper was “The Mark of Art” and I was delighted to be the chosen artist. A NOTE FROM LYNN CURLEY: 3/23 97 Dear Mrs. Mastrangelo, You’ll be happy to know that your career and biographical background are well documented. After a significant amount of research, here are some questions […]
October 12 – 31, 2012 view the popular on line auction at www.biddingforgood.com/attleboroartsmuseum2012 The Benefit Art Auction is the Attleboro Arts Museum’s biggest fundraising event of the year. Proceeds from the auction fund colorful and innovative arts programs for all levels of artists and art students. Everyone’s support is sincerely appreciated. The live auction will […]
Pride in Port Day Saturday Sept 29, 2012 PRIDE IN PORT WSHINGTON EXHIBITION At My Studio • Sept 24 – Oct 5, 2012 284 Main Street ~ Port Washington NY 11050 1 (516) 384- 8181 My Studio, located in the Historic Harbor District of Port Washington My Studio is located on Main St, in the […]
My first TV Interview was by Karen Hasby in her Newsday Office in 1983. She reviewed the “Classic Works” covering traditional themes such as flowers and cathedrals. Karen delved into my Picassoesque “Mod Works.” But it was my unusual new theme of grates, water covers and manhole covers that caught her attention. You can view […]
Why I created the Sculpture Relief: “City of Orlando.” download a PDF of this story Orlando Museum of Art’s First Thursday’s Competition for January 5, 2012 was entitled “Sculpture, the Ultimate Process.” Remembering the brick pavers surrounding the Orlando Museum of Art, I thought, “Why not enter the competition with a streetscape scene from the […]