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Monday, November 9, 2009

November 15 Art Soiree Ends FotoWeek DC With Images from Five Top Photographers

Internationally acclaimed photographer, Jerry Harke, will show five pieces of art at Washington, D.C.'s Art Soiree on Novermber 15 beginning at 7:00 pm at The Reserve, 1426 L Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20005.

Sandro and Tatti, Art Soiree's host and hostess, will be on hand to welcome guests. "It's a perfect way to end FotoWeek DC in an elegant and memorable fashion," Sandro said. The theme of this special event focuses on the beauty of women seen through the eyes of men.

The November 15 Art Soiree will be an exclusive photo-exhibition featuring five of the most esteemed local male photographers in a premiere location for both casual and elegant dining, wining and lounging in an industrial, modern two level loft-like space. Enjoy the art, savor great wines from around the world and delight in complimentary food samples from Chef De Pue.

This art soiree features 5 photographers, 5 personalities, 5 passions, 5 imaginations and 5 techniques. In addition to Jerry Harke, the other four artists are Hisham Ibrahim, Tony Powell, Sergiu Odainic, and Anthony Brice.

Washington, D.C.'s monthly Art Soiree is all about exhibiting exceptional art in a unique setting for one night only. Attendees will be able to meet and interact with the photographers and appreciate their work. Come early to groove to the new beats from DJ MOVA and continue into the night with DJ ODAINIQ. As always, Art Soiree promises to draw the area’s most talented artist and society notables.

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18 U.S.C. Section 2257 compliance notice. All models and other persons who appear in this blog were over the age of eighteen (18)years at the time of the creation of the images. Records pertaining to the photographic works of Jerry R. Harke required pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 2257 and CFR 75 are kept by the custodian of records at Marigot Publishing House, Attn: Jerry R. Harke, 6805 Sprucedale Court, Annandale, Virginia 22003

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Harke Returns to St. Martin to Work on New Book

Jerry Harke, an internationally acclaimed photographer whose work has frequently included Caribbean sites and the beauty of models found on St. Martin will return to the island December 5 to continue work on a new book titled Beauty Revealed. Harke plans to publish the new book in 2010. “St. Martin is a special place for me and the charm of both the island and the people who live there has and will continue to inspire me,” Harke said.

Four well-known models from the United States will also accompany Harke to work with him beginning December 12 on St. Martin. They include Mary Riley, an actress and singer from New York City, Angela Mills, a model and student from Baltimore, Maryland, Azcra Woodward, a photographer and model who splits her time between New York City and Northern Virginia, and Valerie Whitaker, a professional model from New York City.

In previous visits to St. Martin, Jerry Harke completed work on his first book titled The Edwardian Lawn Dress: Gentle and Timeless. He also used locations and models found on St. Martin to complete a landmark book of 408 pages filled with black and white figure art. That book, which includes a special guest portfolio of work from St. Martin photographer, Jean Vallette, is called Nu Art en Noir et Blanc.

“I always welcome the opportunity to audition local St. Martin models for my projects and encourage them to contact me by email at jerry@jrharkephotography.com to schedule a brief introduction and review. Models chosen for this project will appear both clothed and in nude figure art.”

Jerry Harke is also an author who has published three novels and resides in Northern Virginia, just outside Washington, D.C. He travels frequently to faraway places to further his photographic work and to develop story lines for new works of fiction. In 2010, he will be completing work in Germany and Russia.

Those seeking more information on Mr. Harke’s work, his ongoing projects and his background are invited to www.jerryharke.com, www.harke.us and http://marigotpublishinghouse.blogspot.com

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Monday, October 19, 2009

November Brings New Art from JR Harke at Village Plaza Art Gallery in Fairfax

The November 2009 show at the Fairfax Art League's Village Plaza Gallery in Fairfax, Virginia includes landscapes presented by Jerry Harke, an internationally acclaimed photographer from Northern Virginia.

"This month's theme at the gallery focuses on smaller pieces of art that are perfect gifts for Christmas giving. Now is the right time of the year to get the best choices of art for the Christmas season. The work I have showing at the Village Plaza Gallery November was photographed in Montana and in Italy," Harke said.

Harke's work knows no limits when it comes to landscapes. "I have always been fascinated by the idea of ghost towns from the old west and one of my favorite images at the gallery in November is one I call ... simply ... Ghost Town. In the same vein as the ghost town interest, I also find old abandoned cars are so very interesting because they have stories to tell. In that vein, one of my pieces on display in November is called The End of the Road.

The third piece on exhibit in November is called Sienna Courtyard Walls. To capture this image, I got down on my back on the ground in the middle of a beautiful structure in Sienna, Italy. The picture is taken straight up toward the sky and the walls of the courtyard provide a most amazing artistic affect."

Harke says, "I especially enjoy showing my art at the Village Plaza Gallery in Fairfax, Virginia. The league is comprised of a wonderful group of artists who have extended a warm welcome and the patrons who visit the gallery have been very complimentary."

Located in the heart of old-town Fairfax with a host of exciting new stores and top-notch eateries surrounding it, the Village Plaza Gallery is found in an area that is a perfect place to shop, eat and enjoy art.

For more information about Harke's work or to inquire about portraiture and other types of photo sessions, send email to jerry@jrharkephotography.com or call 703.981.4206. Also, visit http://www.jerryharke.com/ for information on Harke's published art books as well as novels.

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Saturday, October 10, 2009

Lac Viet Galley to Show Work from JR Harke Photography

Jerry Harke of JR Harke Photography, Inc. is scheduled to exhibit nine pieces of his photo-art at a special exhibit scheduled October 24 through November 25 at Lac Viet Art Gallery located in Arlington, Virginia. Images appearing in the show from Harke's collection includre those shown here.

The month-long exhibit is a themed show dedicated to popular American model Valerie Whittaker. Whittaker, a native of Texas with homes in Northern Virginia and New York City, travels frequently throughout the United States as well as other countries posing for photographers, painters, and sculptors.

What that means for art lovers is that the trail she has blazed among artists is rich with beautiful and thought provoking art and we expect to see much of it in this show. We’ re planning to have a grand opening reception at the gallery on Saturday afternoon and evening and the public is welcome to attend. Valerie Whittaker, several of her model friends, as well as the artists whose work is appearing there will be on hand to meet attendees.”

Harke’s work with Valerie Whittaker began three years ago when he completed a series of images of her perched on rocks high above Northern Virginia’s Great Falls. “Those images were for the book I was working on that time called The Edwardian Lawn Dress: Gentle and Timeless,” said Harke. “I worked again with Valerie for images that have appeared in my second photography book titled In Sappho’s Secret Garden: A Thesaurus of Love. Other work I’ve done with Valerie included model Amber Gangi. Part of those images have already appeared in my most recent book called Nu Art en Noir et Blanc. Others will appear in my next book, scheduled for publication in 2010 called Beauty Revealed.”

Harke does commercial photography work throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, but says his fine art work is all project-based. “I like to pursue themes and the results usually end up in a photographic book projecting the theme I had in mind. For example, my first book promoted a very beautiful and sensual type of dress that existed from around 1898 to about 1912 called the Edwardian lawn dress. In Sappho’s Secret Garden explored the world of sensual relationships based on the legend of Sappho who lived around 600 B.C. on a Greek island. Nu Art en Noir et Blanc was a seminal work of black and white art with 408 pages of images created in both studio settings and on landscapes from around the world.”

Lac Viet Art Gallery, a contemporary art gallery, opened in April of 2002. It is located at 5179 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA. For more information about the show, contact Stan Goldstein by email at Stan@GoldsteinUSA.com. For more information about JR Harke Photography, Inc., contact Jerry Harke at jerry@jrharkephotography.com.

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Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Landscapes from JR Harke Photography Featured at Village Plaza Gallery Show

The October 2009 show at the Fairfax Art League's Village Plaza Gallery in Fairfax, Virginia includes landscapes presented by Jerry Harke, an internationally acclaimed photographer from Northern Virginia.

"This month's theme at the gallery focuses on landscapes. I travel extensively and have shot landscapes around the world. My work shown this month at the Village Plaza Gallery comes from three distinctively different places. One piece was shot a year ago along the Amalfi Coast in Italy. My wife and I stopped at a beautiful resort along the Amalfi Coast to relax and enjoy the scenery. Perched high above the sea below, my view was framed by trees and foliage and in the center was the skyline drive that has made the Amalfi Coast famous, Harke said."

Harke's work knows no limits when it comes to landscapes. "Another of my favorite landscapes is one I call South Dakota Ranch. So often, while traveling in the western part of our nation, one sees beautiful settings right beside the highway. And that was the case when I traveled in South Dakota over two years ago. The most idyllic setting I could imagine suddenly appeared and I captured it in this image."

Coming closer to home in the metropolitain Washington, D.C. area, Harke recently spent a week writing one of his fiction novels at a resort in Virginia. Enroute to the resort, he saw the old Chapman's Mill that was burned over 10 years ago along Interstate Highway 66 west of Washington, D.C. He named the third piece, "Chapman's Mill."

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Sunday, September 27, 2009

New Art From JR Harke Photography Opening October 2 at Del Ray Artisans Gallery

JR Harke Photography is showing three new pieces of art in the October show at the Del Ray Artisans Gallery located at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA. The theme of the October show is "Arts Build Communities" and the opening reception is scheduled October 2.

"One of the pieces of art I have in this show is my favorite image of the blooming of the cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C. It features the Jefferson Memorial in the background with a perfect canopy of cherry blossoms around the focal point of the photograph," Harke said. "Another piece on exhibit this month is a beautiful shot of Mount Rushmore. I think that both the cherry blossom photo and the Mount Rushmore photo are strong indicators of how art builds communities. Both of those images have a significant history that spans across both patriotism and a sense of coming together in a community of Americans."

The third photograph being exhibited by JR Harke Photography is somewhat different. It shows a very long set of stairs that are found at one end of Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Harke explained, "Art can buil

d communities in many ways. That set of stairs is quite famous having made it's entrance on the worldwide stage in the movie titled The Exorcist. Most people who see the image immediately identify the movie and location, both of which help build and extend a vast community of artists and moviegoers." All of the images are 16" x 20" matted and framed photographs.

An opening reception will be held at the Del Ray Artisans Nicholas A. Collasanto Center from 7-9:30 pm on Friday, October 2. Jerry Harke, along with other artists whose works on exhibit during the October show will be present to meet the public and discuss their art.

The gallery is open on Thursdays from 12 noon until 4 p.m. with the first Thursday of the month open until 9 p.m. On Fridays, the gallery is open 12 noon until 9 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sundays 12 noon until 6 p.m. Admission is free. Handicapped access provided. Special thanks to the Alexandria Commission for the Arts, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts and the City of Alexandria for their support.

Jerry Harke is a frequent exhibitor in other galleries including Gallery Provocateur in Chicago, MOCA DC Art Gallery in Georgetown and the Village Plaza Art Gallery in Fairfax City. Other images from the Sappho Collection are on permanent display at Cafe Tatti in McLean, Virginia.

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Sunday, September 20, 2009

"TALIBAN GIRL" Comes to MOCA DC in October 2009

JR Harke Photography, Inc. will be showing art from the studio’s Itallia Collection at MOCA DC Art Gallery in Georgetown starting October 2 and ending October 31, 2009.

The theme of the show is “Potpourri: Middle East & Middle America.” Commenting on his work in the October show, Jerry Harke, owner of JR Harke Photography, Inc. and Marigot Publishing House, Inc., said, “This piece of art is called TALIBAN GIRL. The photo was shot in Italy and features an Italian model known as Sony.”

Asked about the name given to the image, Harke said, “I was shooting with Sony in a beautiful green wheat field on rolling hills east of Pisa, Italy. We found and old brick and stone structure built in the early 1900s with parts of the building destroyed in World War II. Sony brought several items she wanted to use in the photos and one item was literally a herringbone pattern table cloth with tassels around the edge.

"She sat in a broken out windowsill and playfully threw the cloth up over her head, covering part of her face and said ‘I’m the Taliban Girl.’ I thought she was joking and began to laugh at her suggestion, but soon realized we were going to achieve a very special level of art. So, I began shooting. Although most of the images from that scene were humorous, there was one that I believe captured the essence of what she was working to project better than all the rest. It is this photo that is on exhibit at MOCA DC in October.”

Dave Quammen, Executive Director at MOCA DC said, “This exhibit intends to open the various conflicts and social mores of Middle Eastern nations to the critical inspection of artists working in all forms of art, including the written word. The nations include, but are not limited to the Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, Pakistan, Palestine and Syria. While this is the general theme for our show every October, we have also added the issue of health care bringing the event to the point of what I call a political potpourri.

The opening reception for the show is Friday, October 2 beginning at 6 pm and running until 10 pm (or later). Those interested in more information about the show may contact Dave Quammen at

mocadc01@comcast.net or by telephone at 202.342.6230. The gallery is located in Canal Square at 1054 31st St. NW in Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

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Thursday, September 3, 2009

September Show at Village Plaza Gallery Showing New Works from Jerry Harke

The September 2009 show at the Fairfax Art League's Village Plaza Gallery in Fairfax, Virginia includ

es art presented by Jerry Harke, an internationally acclaimed photographer from Northern Virginia.

"I especially enjoy showing my art at the Village Plaza Gallery in Fairfax, Virginia. The league is comprised of a wonderful group of artists who have extended a warm welcome and the patrons who visit the gallery have been very complimentary," Harke said. "Plus, the gallery is located in the heart of old-town Fairfax with a host of exciting new stores and top-notch eateries surrounding it. It's a perfect place to shop, eat and enjoy art."

Harke's work on display beginning September 4 includes the photograph shown above which he has titled Morning at the Columns. "This is one of a set of 20 images that make up the complete SAPPHO COLLECTION," Harke added. "The other 19 images are on exhibit t

hroughout the month of September at the MOCA DC Art Gallery in Georgetown and the Del Ray Artisans Art Gallery in Alexandria, Virginia."

A second piece of art being shown in September at the Village Plaza Gallery is called Beauty Revealed. "This is an image that is going to be a strong piece in a new book I'm working on and plan to publish in 2010. It is part of the URSULA COLLECTION seen last month in Georgetown's MOCA DC Art Gallery. The title of the new book will also be Beauty Revealed and the images will reveal feminine beauty from locations around the world."

One of the models for the new book is Ursula Bass, shown here in a sunrise scene at Northern Virginia's popular Great Falls National Park. For more information about Harke's work or to inquire about portraiture and other types of photo sessions, send email to jerry@jrharkephotography.com or call 703.981.4206.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2009

'Perspectives of Women' Show Will Include Art from Sappho Collection

Ten images from Jerry Harke's Sappho Collection wil be on exhibit from Sep. 4 through Sep. 26 at Georgetown's MOCA DC Art Gallery located at 1054 31st Street in Canal Square, Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

"The theme of the September show is Perspectives of Women and I can't think of a better show to present a large part of the Sappho Collection," said Harke. The Sappho Collection is comprised of over thirty images based on and inspired by great works of art depicting the remarkable lyrist, Sappho who lived around 600 B.C. "Using classic pieces of art including paintings and statues, I worked to recreate those images through photography involving unique Greek-style settings and authentic Greek attire worn by models. All o

f the images from the Sappho Collection are printed on canvas and made to look ancient. Even though they are inspired by the great works of Sappho, every piece is an original work of phtographic art." Samples of some of Harke's images that will be on display are shown in this article.

Dave Quammen, executive director of MOCA DC Art Gallery said, "This exciting new exhibit represents a goal of MOCA DC to delve into topical issues relevant to our times and our mores. Perspectives of Women is open to your interpretation. We expect to have art shown that represents how women view each other; how men view women – and how women view men; how women are treated in various cultures, and; the struggles that women may have to endure in social settings around the world. In short – it's open to your imagination."

Quammen added, "We expect this exhibit to be one that excites and appeals to a broad swath of global societies, explores a variety of issues and makes a bold statement on the condition of women throughout the world."

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Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Art by Jerry Harke Scheduled for Exhibit at Arlington Show in October

Stan Goldstein, a photography workshop coordinator, and photographer from New York, is curating the show. “We are expecting a wide variety of artists from throughout the Northeastern region of the country to participate in this show,” said Goldstein. “Valerie Whittaker is quite a popular model and has literally worked with hundreds of artists. What that means for art lovers is that the trail she has blazed among artists is rich with beautiful and thought provoking art and we expect to see much of it in this show. We’ re planning to have a grand opening reception at the gallery on Saturday afternoon and evening and the public is welcome to attend. Valerie Whittaker, several of her model friends, as well as the artists whose work is

appearing there will be on hand to meet attendees.”

Harke’s work with Valerie Whittaker began three years ago when he completed a series of images of her perched on rocks high above Northern Virginia’s Great Falls. “Those images were for the book I was working on that time called The Edwardian Lawn Dress: Gentle and Timeless,” said Harke. “I worked again with Valerie for images that have appeared in my second photography book titled In Sappho’s Secret Garden: A Thesaurus of Love. Other work I’ve done with Valerie included model Amber Gangi. Part of those images have already appeared in my most recent book called Nu Art en Noir et Blanc. Others will appear in my next book, scheduled for publication in 2010 called Beauty Revealed.”

Harke does commercial photography work throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, but says his fine art work is all project-based. “I like to pursue themes and the results usually end up in a photographic book projecting the theme I had in mind. For example, my first book promoted a very beautiful and sensual type of dress that existed from around 1898 to about 1912 called the Edwardian lawn dress. In Sappho’s Secret Garden explored the world of sensual relationships based on the legend of Sappho who lived around 600 B.C. on a Greek island. Nu Art en Noir et Blanc was a seminal work of black and white art with 408 pages of images created in both studio settings and on landscapes from around the world.”

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Monday, August 10, 2009

August 15 Book Fair at MOCA DC to Include Apperance by Novelist and Photographer

Jerry Harke, novelist and photograper, will be on hand from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday, August 15 at MOCA DC Art Gallery to show his books and discuss his works with the public. MOCA DC is located at 1054 31st Street, NW at Canal Square in Georgetown, Washington, DC.

Harke has published five books through Marigot Publishing House, Inc. and has three more set to be released in 2009 and 2010. His first book of photography was titled The Edwardian Lawn Dress: Gentle and Timeless. His second photographic arts book was called In Sappho's Secret Garden: A Thesaurus of Love and the third photography book was Nu Art en Noir et Blanc.

Jerry Harke is also a novelist and is the author of Lock Knot, a World War II spy thriller set in 1945, and On Hell's Doorstep, an epic of bank robbers and the Great Depression set in 1935. He is at work now writing Episodes, which he says will be published in 2010. "Episodes is a real departure for me," Harke said.

"I've always wanted to write a novel exploring the criminal mind, but I never expected my first effort in that direction would involve a serial killer. In Episodes, the killer is acting out his delusions in the middle of social unrest and upheavel in the Midwest. It's set during the year 1978, a period of time when illegal immigration took hold very strongly in midwestern communties presenting numerous social problems."

The public is invited to visit MOCA DC's book fair August 15 beginning at 11 am to meet the authors and publishers on hand.

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"Sappho Revisited' Exhibit Scheduled at Del Ray Art Gallery

Eight images from Jerry Harke's Sappho Collection will be on exhibit September 4 - 27 at the Del Ray Artisans Nicholas A Collasanto Center located at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA. The theme of the September show is "Revenge of the Sequel."

The Sappho Collection is a special grouping of some thirty images from In Sappho's Secret Garden: A Thesaurus of Love published by Marigot Publishing House, Inc., in 2007. "This collection of images was inspired by great works of art including paintings and sculptures depicting the legendary Greek lyrist, Sappho, who live around 600 BC," Harke said.

"All of the images are 12"x16" matted and framed photographs for which I posed select models I regularly work with to recreate my interpretation of the original works. They are all printed on canvas and have been prepared to appear as ancient works of art."

An opening reception will be held at the Del Ray Artisans Nicholas A. Collasanto Center from 7-9:30 pm on Friday, September 11. Jerry Harke, along with other artists whose works on exhibit during the September showm will be present to meet the public and discuss their art.

The gallery is open on Thursdays from 12 noon until 4 p.m. with the first Thursday of the month open until 9 p.m. On Fridays, the gallery is open 12 noon until 9 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sundays 12 noon until 6 p.m. Admission is free. Handicapped access provided. Special thanks to the Alexandria Commission for the Arts, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts and the City of Alexandria for their support.

Jerry Harke is a frequent exhibitor in other galleries including Gallery Provocateur in Chicago, MOCA DC Art Gallery in Georgetown and the Village Plaza Art Gallery in Fairfax City. Other images from the Sappho Collection are on permanent display at Cafe Tatti in McLean, Virginia.

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JR Harke Photography, Inc. Exhibits at Fairfax Art Gallery

Three photographs printed on canvas from Jerry Harke's Nu Art en Noir et Blanc collection went on exhibit Aug. 7 at the Village Plaza Art Gallery in Fairfax City, Virginia. All three images, sized 22"x32" are available for sale to the public and will be on exhibit through the month of August. The gallery is located in the heart of old town fairfax.

Nu Art en Noir et Blanc was recently published by Marigot Publishing House, Inc., and is now available for sale. The complete book, which totals 408 pages, or any of the individual pieces of art found in the book may be purchased by sending an inquiry to marigothouse@gmail.com.

The Fairfax Art League Gallery is a members' cooperative gallery representing over 100 local artists.

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Monday, August 3, 2009

Model URSULA Poses for Photographers at Georgetown Gallery

Standing a statuesque 5' 11", model URSULA made a special appearance for photographers and an art-loving audience Friday, Aug. 7 at Georgetown's MOCA DC Art Gallery.

URSULA's appearance there marked the opening of the August "member exhibit." Photographers from throughout the metro region were on hand to meet and talk with URSULA about her career as a model and to schedule future modeling opportunities.

Photographers were also treated to a special opportunity to photograph URSULA in high fashion attire as she modeled on a runway through the center of the gallery.

Jerry Harke of JR Harke Photography Inc., introduced URSULA to the audience. Harke said, "Ursula is one of the finest models I've had the good fortune to work with this summer and images of her, which I've named The Ursula Collection, are on exhibit in the gallery."

Dave Quammen, executive director at MOCA DC said, "We offer alot to the art community in Washington, D.C. and Ursula's appearance offers more evidence that this gallery, which prides itself on being the only gallery open to all artists all the time, is providing great artistic entertainment!"

"THE URSULA COLLECTION," a special 23-image collection of 16"x20" matted and framed photographs of URSULA, taken over the summer months by Jerry Harke of JR Harke Photography, Inc., is on exhibit at the show, which continues through the month of August and will is for purchase.

The August show is a "member" show. Members of the gallery are proudly showing whatever art they'd like to display during August. Area photographers, models and the general art-loving public are encouraged to attend the exhibit at the MOCA DC Art Gallery located at 1054 31st St. NW, Washington, D.C.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Stephanie Anne Joins New Book: "Beauty Revealed"

Stephanie Anne is a lovely and very talented model, singer and actress from Albuquerque, NM. Since May of this year, she's been performing in the outdoor musical "TEXAS!" performed in an open air amphitheater in the middle of Palo Duro Canyon State Park, outside Canyon, TX.

That's where Jerry Harke of JR Harke Photography, Inc., found and photographed Stephanie Anne in late July, 2009 for the upcoming book to be produced and published by Harke called "Beauty Revealed." Set for publication in 2010, many of the images that will appear in "Beauty Revealed" are now being shot by Harke.

"Beauty Revealed follows earlier books titled The Edwardian Lawn Dress: Gentle and Timeless, Nu Art en Noir et Blanc, and Real Redheads au Naturel ... at Home!," Harke said. "Beauty Revealed will include a goood number of images that were not included in the previous books plus a whole host of new work created since completing those books. This is my third opportunity to work with Stephanie Anne and I look forward to putting our talents together again in many more photo shoots!"

Beauty Revealed will be published by Marigot Publishing House, Inc.

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