Monday, January 30, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Tampa author, Sharon Hays presents the premier
of her book,
"An Opulent Tableau of Essence"
Book signing and art show
at:
***
Mangroves Bistro
208 S Howard Ave, Tampa
Date: Sunday February 12
Time: 6 to 10 PM
Public is invited
Free Admission
A light selection of
hors d'oeuvres will be provided
A raffle will be
held to benefit Hillsborough Arts, Inc.
Hays will also donate
12% of sales from “An Opulent Tableau of Essence”
Meet and greet the author, artists and poets. Bay area artists that
contributed to the book will be highlighted, showing their incredible, original
works of art, and poetry readings will highlight the poets. Music will be
provided by DJ Teresa, a popular local dj, publisher and producer of
Roja Records. She is event coordinator of the affair
The lovely coffee-table book is a blend of artists from across the
globe with poetry to accent each works. It is truly a journey of the spirit
from each and every artist, and poet.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
An Opulent Tableau of Essence by Sharon Hays, 2011
Review by Martha A. Cheves, Author of “Stir, Laugh,
Repeat” and “Think With Your Taste Buds”
Reflections by Sharon Hays, 2010
Reflections
from an antique mirror
A face I
do not know
When I
leaned closer in to see
It was not
me, oh no
I examined
the stranger closely
She stared
right back at me
I gazed
into the antique mirror
Our eyes
locked decidedly
Could this
be the face of a long-lost friend
So
familiar, the face in the mirror
This
cannot be the face of me
A face
that I am not aware
I tried to
imagine how time could steal
A face
that was once my own, oh my
But when I
leaned much closer in
I knew the
face was I
“I have to admit I’ve looked into the mirror and seen not
myself as do in my mind's eye, but instead, a face looking back at me that has
developed lines and sags that simply can't be. I look at that face and see so
many others; my mother's face, my dad's and even my daughter's is there. That
just simply can't be me looking back, but of course it is.”
“Author Sharon Hays is known for her mystery books Mysteerie
Manor and Mysteerie
Manor II, as well as her children books; The Tumbleweed
Family and Adventures of
Sadie Ladybug. Hays has since, ventured into the world of
art and poetry. The poem above is one of her own and one of my favorites within
her book, “An Opulent Tableau of Essence.” Her poem, “A Homage to Veterans Lost
and Forgotten” is simply beautiful, as is “Time of Change.” The art work that
she's paired with her poetry is just as compelling. A couple of my favorites; “Clouded
Sunset” by Dana Gage, and “Pale Rider” by Kerri Pestana also inspire me. But in
honesty, I love them all and would love to have them hanging in my own home so
I could just sit and gaze and share them with my friends and family.”
“Hays doesn't stop there; She actually included a bio of
each artist and poet within the book. Some reside within the US and some as far
away as India, Australia, Uzbekistan and more. This is one book that when
placed on the coffee table will be picked up and not just thumbed through but
read and enjoyed time and time again.”
Review by Martha
Cheves
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
"AN OPULENT TABLEAU OF ESSENCE: Art
And
Poetry Compilation" is stunning and delightful. A
coffee table book composed of twenty-four artists, a sculptor, and talented
poets from all over the world. The diverse works are illustrated from artists in
the U.S., Italy, Germany, and other countries. In addition, outstanding and
refreshing poetry, along with biographies of authors create a magnificent
Masterpiece. I highly recommend this unique book to all poetry lovers, and to
those who enjoy different forms of art. Sharon Hays takes the reader on an
enjoyable and interesting journey that makes the reader crave for more. Every
illustration is a beautiful delight that conveys a special message. In the
passage from Old Town, one could see the lanterns glow. The colors in Dahlia are
stunning, magical, and mystical. 'That Day' tugs at the heartstrings, and
'Mother Teresa' brings comfort and peace. The lovely cover is a portrait in
itself as it draws the reader in. Each poem adds splashes of radiant color,
like a rainbow to impressive works of art and the journey of collaboration
evolves into an explosive, emotional description of happiness, sadness and
life's challenges. A remarkable compilation that not only aims to please, but
one display on a coffee table that will indeed be the center of
attraction.
"BREATHTAKING, PASSIONATE,
INSPIRING
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Sent: 1/5/2012 7:24:22 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time
Subj: AN OPULENT TABLEAU OF ESSENCE--REVIEW
To: Hrt4Angel@aol.com
Sent: 1/5/2012 7:24:22 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time
Subj: AN OPULENT TABLEAU OF ESSENCE--REVIEW
"AN OPULENT TABLEAU OF ESSENCE: Art And Poetry
Compilation" is stunning and delightful. A coffee table book composed of
twenty-four artists, a sculptor, and talented poets from all over the world. The
diverse works are illustrated from artists in the U.S., Italy, Germany, and
other countries. In addition, outstanding and refreshing poetry, along with
biographies of authors create a magnificent Masterpiece. I highly recommend this
unique book to all poetry lovers, and to those who enjoy different forms of art.
Sharon Hays takes the reader on an enjoyable and interesting journey that makes
the reader crave for more. Every illustration is a beautiful delight that
conveys a special message. In the passage from Old Town, one could see the
lanterns glow. The colors in Dahlia are stunning, magical, and mystical. 'That
Day' tugs at the heartstrings, and 'Mother Teresa' brings comfort and peace.
The lovely cover is a portrait in itself as it draws the reader in. Each poem
adds splashes of radiant color, like a rainbow to impressive works of art and
the journey of collaboration evolves into an explosive, emotional description of
happiness, sadness and life's challenges. A remarkable compilation that not only
aims to please, but one display on a coffee table that will indeed be the center
of attraction.
"BREATHTAKING, PASSIONATE,
INSPIRING!"
Monday, January 9, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
2 Busy Publishing proudly introduces,
“An Opulent Tableau of Essence”, a Coffee Table Book collection of
extraordinary art paired with moving poetry
(January 5, 2012 – Tampa ,
FL
“An Opulent Tableau of Essence” eloquently exhibits a
diverse collection of twenty-four artists, a sculptor and poets from Italy , Russia , the United States , India , Australia , Germany , Uzbekistan , UK , and Turkey . After meeting the artists and admiring their
works, the collaboration came together with different facets of their unique
and individual styles. Biographies of authors, artists, poets and sculptor are
listed at the back, with contact information.
The title, “An Opulent Tableau of Essence” perfectly
depicts the creative display of art and poetry which was named through a
contest on Facebook by Sculptor and Artist Samantha Churchill, whose works are
included.
This coffee table book is filled with impressive prints
from each artist of unique and various mediums which include oils, sketches,
acrylics, digital illustrations, photography and sculptures. Below each print
is a title of the work and the Artists’ name. On the opposite page is an
emotional or inspirational poem or prose that gives an artistic depiction of
the print from an expressive viewpoint. Each poem will stimulate viewers in
various ways. As we are all aware, art is defined in the eye of the beholder,
ergo, one can imagine many interpretations of each print.
Daniele Montella, the visionary illustrator who created
the cover artwork ‘Essence’, has illustrated all of Sharon Hays’ books. His other illustrations include covers for
Sharon Hays’ ‘Mysteerie Manor’, the sequel, ‘Mysteerie Manor II’ and Hays’
children’s books, ‘The Tumbleweed Family’ and ‘Adventures of Sadie Ladybug’.
Amazon.com Customer
Reviews
Exquisite. Inspiring. Simply stunning.
“What a joy to see the
work of artists and poets from all over the globe in one beautiful volume. One
of my favorite book covers in the whole world ... EVER!! Sharon
Hays' labor of love is the focal point of my home ... just in time for the
holidays. Who needs decorations?!!”
Wonderful book!!!
“This book is
beautiful and the art work is amazing along with the Poetry. I would recommend
this for any house.”
About the author:
Poet
and short fiction author Sharon Hays studied business in Utah
and the creative writing arts in Wyoming and Florida . A mother of five, Hays has also had various
experiences in purchasing and developing real-estate. Being self-employed most
of her life in a diverse selection of businesses has given her much to draw
from when it comes to storytelling. Her love of poetry formed a foundation for
her craft of writing. Even as a child Sharon had an interest in the literary
arts and a strong drive for creative expression.
While
taking a creative writing class online in 2005 through the University
of South Florida , Sharon
received an assignment to create a main character with no specific story line.
Pulling from her love of mystery novels, she created, Maryanne O’Donnell, a
young entrepreneur, and the novel series Mysteerie Manor came to life as her
mind’s eye took her through the story, introducing Maryanne to the other
characters. As an organic author, Sharon allows
the story to tell itself through her own creative vision. Once she created
Maryanne, the main story line, characters and events seemed to emerge of their
own accord to tell the story of an eerie mansion with a personality all its
own. The creativity and inspiration that exploded from Sharon ’s
writing process have flowed into the sequel that will blow readers away with
its unique style and new exciting twists and turns.
Following
the release of “Mysteerie Manor” I
& II, the arrival of her new Grand Daughter Parker Elizabeth was just the
inspiration she needed to publish a children’s book. “The Tumbleweed Family” quickly came to life under the hand of
illustrator Daniele Montella, through a story Sharon
had created to tell her own children every night at bedtime. She quickly followed with the creation of “Adventures of Sadie Ladybug”; a
charming story about Sadie Ladybug in the insect world who helps Farmer John
save his crops.
Her
passion for poetry and art inspired her for many years to create a compilation
of art paired with poetry which fluidly came together as a 130 page hard bound
coffee table book “An Opulent Tableau of
Essence” featuring artists and poets from around the world.
Her books are available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble in
hard cover, soft cover and digital format.
Phone: (813)
831-7932
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