June 7, 2011 > Celebrating the music, mood and visual interpretation of The Blues Celebrating the music, mood and visual interpretation of The Blues This summer, two community galleries in Hayward, The Sun Gallery and Hayward Arts Council at Cinema Place, proudly host "Art of the Blues," from June 8 - July 17. This multi-dimensional exhibit complements the annual Hayward Russell City Blues Festival scheduled for July 9-10 on the plaza at Hayward City Hall. Art of the Blues is a major collaborative venture; a significant joint curatorial effort. The exhibition features artwork that reflects both the musical and emotional cadence of The Blues, offering a glimpse into its historical past as well as more contemporary reflections. Visit Sun Art Gallery and Cinema Place Gallery to witness multimedia interpretations of The Blues by artists Lois Cantor, Jacqueline Cooper, Arthur Cummings, D. Dasari, James Gayles, Laurelin Gilmore, Tedda Hughes, Paul Kroker, Scott Lenhart, Amy Nelson Smith, Brenda Rios and many others. Art of the Blues June 8 - July 16 Sun Art Gallery: 1015 E Street, Hayward Wed, Thurs, Sat: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday: Noon - 6 p.m. (510) 581-4050 Cinema Place Gallery 1061 B Street, Hayward Wed - Sun: Noon - 4 p.m. Thurs, Fri, Sat: Noon - 9 p.m. (510) 538-2787 www.wix.com/artoftheblues/site Artist Receptions Sun Gallery Sat, June 25: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Cinema Place Gallery Sun, June 26: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.