Galleries

Galleries are usually open Tuesdays through Saturdays; please call the gallery for exact days and hours. Receptions are denoted by a * .

• 3RD STREET GALLERY , 58 N. 2nd St., 215-625-0993. HORSES, Features recent paintings, drawings and straw sculptures by Alysa Bennett. Runs through Aug. 31.PHILAPOCALYPSE, Features work in response to global warming in the Delaware Valley by John James Pron. Runs through Sept. 28.
• ART STAR GALLERY AND BOUTIQUE , 623 N. 2nd St., 215-238-1557. MY ROYALTY, Features the latest jewelry designs by the local AYM Collective, as inspired by historic royalty and personal friends. Runs through Sept. 1.
• ARTISTS' GALLERY , 32 Coryell St., Lambertville, NJ, 609-397-4588. THIRTEEN AND THIRTY, Features watercolors and acrylics by Gail Bracegirdle and Rich Harrington of U.S. Routes 13 and 30. Runs through Aug. 31.
• ARTISTS' HOUSE GALLERY and STUDIOS , 57 N. 2nd St., 215-923-8440. THE ART OF THE PORTRAIT, Features portraits by 12 artists, including Noah Buchanan, Julia McGeehan, Anthony Palumbo and Lauren Tilden. Runs through Sept. 28.
• ARTJAZ GALLERY , 53 N. 2nd St., 215-922-4800. FRESH, Features recent work by Debs Bleicher, Cynthelia Cephas, Annnette Labedzki, Anissa Lewis, Sonia Sadler, Ernani Silva,R.L. Washington, W.J. Zhang and more. Runs through Sept. 20.
• ARTWORKS , 19 Everett Alley, Trenton, NJ, 609-394-9436. WATERCOLOR ANARCHISTS, Features recent work by ArtWorks instructor Gail Bracegirdle and he students, the so-called Watercolor Anarchists. Runs through Sept. 6.r
• BALANCE GALLERY , 112 S. 20th St., 215-751-0344. CAROL PHY BLANKEMEYER, Features oil paintings, collages and mixed-media works. The "Planets" series explores personal relationships through intergalactic portraits, while other works deal in landscapes and architectural forms. Runs through Aug. 30.
• BAMBI GALLERY , 1817 Frankford Ave., 215-423-2668. MAMBO SHOWCASE, Features pieces by Pete Danz and Serge Krupnov from the Mambo Movers art initiative, including the painting, drawing and sculpting disciplines. Runs through Sept. 20.
• BURRISON GALLERY , University Club, the Inn at Penn, 3611 Walnut St., 215-898-5994. COAST TO COAST, Features lush and realistic landscapes, still lifes and portraits by Susan Schary, dated from the 1980s to the present day. Runs through Sept. 26.
• CANTOR FITZGERALD GALLERY , Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Ave., Haverford, 610-896-1287. A CENTURY OF HAVERFORD ALUMNI PHOGOTRAPHERS, Features work by alumni of the Haverford College photography department, including John G. Bullock, the Vaux family, Andrew Borowiec and Peter Moore, among others. Runs through Sept. 21.
• CERULEAN ARTS , 1355 Ridge Ave., 267-514-8647. THREADS IN THE CURRENT, Features work by Michelle Soslau, who uses simple material like Japanese paper and thread to make her paintings, sculptures and prints. Runs through Aug. 29.
• CHARLES ADDAMS GALLERY , 200 S. 36th St., 215-573-5134. THROUGH YOU, Features photography selections from the Martin Z. Margulies Foundation's collection, including 56 rarely-before-seen works by Cindy Sherman, Andreas Gursky and John Baldessari. Runs through Oct. 24. Opening reception Thu, Sept. 4, 5-7pm. ( Reception )
• CHESTNUT HILL GALLERY , 8117 Germantown Ave., 215-248-2549. PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT, Features work by Michele Haines and Katrina Mojzesz. Runs through Sept. 13.
• CLAY STUDIO , 139 N. 2nd St., 215-925-3453. SUBFOUNDATION, Features mixed-media sculpture by Colleen Toledano, who comments upon the public's romance with cosmetic surgery and DIY ethic. Runs through Sept. 21. JUST DESSERTS, Features saccharine, dessert-themed tableware by eight artists. Runs through Sept. 21.
• CONNELLY CENTER , Villanova University, 800 Lancaster Ave., 610-519-4612. COMPOSITES, Features the geometric, minimalist acrylics and linens by Ellen Slupe. Runs through Oct. 5.
• EDGE GALLERY , 72 N. 2nd St., 215-413-7072. A WOMAN'S VIEW, Features abstract work by Linda Luise Brown, Mimi Cahalan, Monika Dalkin, Marilyn Kuksht and Noelle Stoffel. Runs through Aug. 31.
• ESTHER M. KLEIN ART GALLERY , University City Science Center, 3600 Market St., 215-966-6188. BACKGROUND INFORMATION, Features a wallpaper installation, prints, paintings and video animation by Marisa Olson, who used animated gif files downloaded from the Web as the starting point for every piece. The exhibition is an exploration of what happens when one translates digitally seamless ephemera into the physical world. Runs through Aug. 30.
• GALLERIES AT MOORE COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN , 260 S. Broad St., 215-965-4027. EMERGING ARTISTS & DESIGNERS, Features work by recent Moore College grads. Runs through Oct. 6. DRAWING FROM LIFE, Features portraits and still lifes by Philadelphia native and Moore alumna Alice Neel, a self-proclaimed "collector of souls." The works span 50 years and reflect her commitment to the individual and the moment. Curated by Lorie Mertes. Runs through Dec. 6. GODDESSES, Features gowns, ensembles, and jewelry by designer Mark McFadden, as well as her personal collection of textiles and jewelry. The pieces span her 35-year career and are inspired by the art and culture of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Celtic, Byzantine, pre-Colombian, Indian and African civilizations. Curated by Lorie Mertes. Runs through Aug. 28.
• GALLERY 339 , 339 S. 21st St., 215-731-1530. YALE MFA PHOTOGRAPHY 2008, Features work by nine international artists who have recently received an MFA in photography from Yale. Runs through Sept. 6.
• GERM BOOKS AND GALLERY , 2005 Frankford Ave., 215-423-5002. ALCHEMICAL ROTATION, Features the abstract and symbolic paintings of John Malloy, exploring psych processes and phenomena. Runs through Sept. 21.
• GROSS MCCLEAF GALLERY , 127 S. 16th St., 215-665-8138. THE LANDSCAPE: OBSERVED AND IMAGINED, Features the photorealistic and abstract landscape paintings of seven local artists. Runs through Aug. 29.
• LARRY BECKER CONTEMPORARY ART , 43 N. 2nd St., 215-925-5389. TO BE LOOKED AT ... , Features abstract works by gallery members and several invited artists. Runs through Sept. 1.
• LIGNE ROSET , 4131 Main St., 215-487-2800. BOTANICAL PORTRAIT, Features Martha Madigan's photographic portraits of plant life. Runs through Sept. 30.
• LIST GALLERY , Lang Performing Arts Center, Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, 610-328-7811. BILL SCOTT, Features the past five years of paintings by the artist. Runs through Sept. 28.
• LOCKS GALLERY , 600 Washington Square South, 215-629-1000. THE EXPANDING SQUARE, Features two-panel paintings by the late Warren Rohrer. Runs through Sept. 30.
• MEDIA BUREAU NETWORKS , 725 N. 4th St., 215-592-1242. ROLLING CANVAS ART COLLECTIVE, Features more than 20 re-imagined fixed gear bicycles using sculpture, metal work, street art and painting. Artists include Shane Jessup, Tim Diet, Michael Isaac Bushkin, Norm, Chris Yormick, Carrie Collins, Tristan Eaton, Leanne Biank, Adam Wallacavage, Paul Romano, Emily Glaubinger, Jake Henry, Ben Woodward, Joy LessPosh, Awesome Dudes Printing, Acid USA, Greg "SP One" Lamarche, Eleanor Grosch, Darrin Rowland, Roland Burns, Ellie Lum, Gerik Forston, Dustin Klein and Miriam Singer. Runs through Aug. 31.
• MEW GALLERY , 906 Christian St., 215-625-2424. THE HEART IS A DAGGER ABOVE ALL ELSE, Features new dark, muted portraits by J.L. Schnabel of women on the verge of insanity, seduction and lust. Historical femmes fatales and mythical vixens abound. Runs through Aug. 29.
• MUSE GALLERY , 52 N. 2nd St., 215-627-5310. SIX OF ONE, Features paintings, drawings and collage by Catherine Bancroft, Nacny Frankel-Halbert, Nancy Kress, Susan McKee, Joan Marie McNamara and Michelle Malkasian-Weisberg. Runs through Aug. 31.
• NEWMAN GALLERIES , 1625 Walnut St., 215-563-1779. FAMILY ARTISTS, Features work by George A. Newman, Walter Andrews and Elise Newman Phillips. Runs through Sept. 27.
• OFF THE WALL GALLERY , 13th & Pine sts., 215-732-5010. QUATTRO AMICI, Features work by Anders Hansen, T. Clyde McCobb, Kit Mitchell, Diane Podolsky and Karl Olsen. Runs through Oct. 3.
• ORCHARD ARTWORKS , 520 Tomlinson Rd., Bryn Athyn, 215-947-9882. COLORS OF SUMMER, Features portraits of summer and the shore by various artists, expressed through handmade pottery, stained glass, mosaics and sea glass jewelry. Runs through Aug. 31.
• RODGER LAPELLE GALLERIES , 122 N. 3rd St., 215-592-0232. NEW WORKS, Features recent paintings by Jenn Warpoole, Justin Boldwi and Justin Web. Runs through Aug. 31.
• RODGER LAPELLE GALLERIES , 122 N. 3rd St., 215-592-0232. RIVERS & RAVISHMENT, Features work by James Feehan, who focuses on the pastoral and rustic. Runs through Sept. 28.
• SAMUEL S. FLEISHER ART MEMORIAL , 719 Catharine St., 215-922-3456. FACULTY EXHIBITION, Features paintings, drawings, sculptures, prints, ceramics, installations and photography by the Flesicher Art Memorial's teaching staff. Runs through Sept. 26.
• SCHMIDT DEAN GALLERY , 1710 Sansom St., 215-569-9433. 20TH ANNIVERSARY GALLERY GROUP SHOW, Features multidisciplinary works by local, national and international artists. Runs through Aug. 30. 10TH ANNUAL GOBLET SHOW, Features the creative chalices of over 20 artists, marked by bright colors, inventive adornments and unwieldy shapes and sizes. Runs through Aug. 31.
• SPACE 1026 , 1026 Arch St., 2nd floor, 215-833-5672. ONE LONG FUNERAL SONG, Features collaborative installation works by longtime friends and San Francisco-based artists Monica Canilao and Kyle Ranson. Their work addresses the clashes of two magics and the hope for a more perfect and beautiful third. Runs through Sept. 1.
• TEMPLE GALLERY , 259 N. 3rd St., 215-925-7379. VOLUME ATTEMPTS: THE SPACE OF BOOKS, Features an exhibition of and about books organized by graphic designer Purtill Family Business. Included are photographic projects that look at the spaces and images of books, a "diaporama" event by French artist Pierre Leguillon; a "Collective Investigation" event by Minnesota-based artist Matt Bakkom; and the complete catalogue of Onestar Press. Runs through Oct. 25.
• TOPSTITCH BOUTIQUE , 311 Market St., 215-238-8877. WILDEORNES, Features illustrations and textile work by local artist Beth Brandon. Runs through Sept. 1.
• TWENTY TWO GALLERY , 236 S. 22nd St., 215-772-1911. TO A GOOD HOME: ANIMAL ART, Features portraits of animals by various local artists to benefit the Main Line Animal Rescue. Runs through Sept. 8.
• TYME GALLERY , 17 W. Eagle Rd., Havertown, 610-853-1215. INNER ESSENCE, Features oils, acrylics, watercolors, photography, mixed-media and relief work by more than 30 artists. Runs through Aug. 29.
• VOX POPULI , 319 N. 11th St., 3rd floor, 215-238-1236. EVERYTHING WAS COOL ... 'TIL THE NEW GUYS SHOWED UP, Features the work of three new Vox members, including Kate Stewart's painted explorations of disasters both natural and man-made; Rob Swainston's mixed media amalgam that began with an unwieldy steel rack; and Dustin Sparks' situational sculptures. Runs through Aug. 31.
• WEXLER GALLERY , 201 N. 3rd St., 215-923-7030. HISTORIC GLASSWORKS: THE COLLECTION OF TED NASH, Features work by glass artists Howard Ben Tre, Harvey Littleton, Dale Chihuly and many more from the collection of Ted Nash, a champion of the contemporary glass movement. Runs through Aug. 30.
• WHITE STONE GALLERY , 4219 Main St., 215-482-7700. BEATITUDES, Features interpretations of Jesus Christ's Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount, as painted by New Zealand oil expressionist Cornelis Monsma and North Carolina stained glass artist Vanessa Wright Hollifield. Runs through Sept. 28.
• WOOD TURNING CENTER , 501 Vine St., 215-923-8000. ALLTURNATIVES: FORM + SPIRIT 2008, Features work in a variety of disciplines by International Turning Exchange resident artists. Three-dimensional pieces will be accompanied by photos and/or films explaining the process. Participants include Jason Busch, Hunt Clark, Peter Exton, Satoshi Fujinuma, Stephan Goetschius, Peter Oliver, Martina Plag and Vincent Romaniello. Runs through Sept. 13.