CROFT NEWSLETTER ISSN 0826-7421
MARCH , 1985
HANDSPIRITS
CALGARY 1988 WINTER GAMES of Chairman Edwards , Arts Festival oco t88
Jane the
ha s
Commi
C tee ,
the
formati on
announced
of
Committee proposed
volunteer
commi ttee
members
are :
appointed
Tony
Games .
for
01 ympic
1988 The
the
Calgary
Winter
events
crafts
Bloom,
BEAVER HOUSE GALLERY ( Edmonton
Orland
Canadian fine craft Al berta
Calgary The Games Winter Calgary in
will
are exhibition proposed projects.
THE PUBLIC LIBRARY GALLERY (Fort McMurray ) Nov. 3 -30, 1985
PRAIRIE GALLERY
the
among
(Grand Prairie) Jan. 7 - Feb. 1, 1986
01ympic
1988 be
RED DEER AND DISTRICT MUSEUM
, he Ld
Mar.
February Cultural 1988. 28, 13 to with associated activities for anned pl are Games the 28. Fe brua ry 15 January The
OCO' 88
)
Sept. 14 — Oct. 19, 1985
exhibi t ion ,
crafts
national
of ma rke Cing an and crafts
AS FOLLOWS:
THE SCHEDULE
Dawn Manning , Les Larson , McNutt and Michel ine Beauchemin. A
Exhi bi t i on ACC , the
ma jor the that announced has HANDSPIRITS exhibition crafts to at least seven will travel in Alberta' s cities . galleries
Paula
Held ,
AT SEVEN VENUES
, Sheehan Carol of Co—ordinator
Chai rman
members
Bob
Gustafson,
oco t88
an
Working Crafts all co—ordinate to
TO BE EXHIBITED
15 — Apr.
16, 1986
from
Crafts
SOUTHERN ALBERTA ART GALLERY ( Lethbridge
)
May 3 — June
1, 1986
MEDICINE HAT MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY
Working
proposals welcomes Committee and input from crafts groups and the Canadian crafts communi ty
June 14 — July 6, 1986
THE NICKLE ARTS MUSEUM
CONTACT :
( Calgary
)
Oct. 24 - Dec. 21, 1986
Craft Committee oco '88
9
P.O. Box 1988, Station c Calgary, Alberta T2T 5R4
A
tentative
planned
GALLERY
showing
the
is
also
CARTWRIGHT
(Aug. 15 — Sept. 6, 1985)
In Vancouver , B.C.
-1COUNCIL CONTACTS
AREA REPRESENTATIVES
PRESIDENT
Paula Gustafson
Pat Campbell High Level 926-3059
Camrose 672-1997
Celeste Pryde Peace River
332-2233
VICE-PRESIDENT
Wendy Schneider Bruderheim
Bonnie Murdoch
Calgary
796-3080
246-6674
Jan Slaughter Fort McMurray
SECRETARY
791-6881
Bobbi Hoffman
Stony Plain
963-3042
TREASURER John Katan
HANDSPIRITS EXHIBITION CO-ORDINATOR
Edmonton
Carol Sheehan
823 - 15 StreetN.W.
473-1187
Calgary, Alberta T2N 2B3
DIRECTORS
(403) 270-2295
Leni Bal aban
Edmonton
471-5082
Margaret Best Calgary
COPPELIA
252-7196
Karen Cant ine Edmonton 452-5615
Sarabeth Carnat Calgary 251-2437
In celebration Bal Let Company
full—length the the
of the Al berta s fourth ma jor
ballet ,
COPPELLA,
ACC is pleased to present Coppelia Doll Dressing
Contest .
Ian Med land Edmonton
432-1109 ADMINISTRATIVE
DOLL DRESSING CONTEST
MANÄGER
Beverley Glover #509 McLeod Building — 100 Street 10136 Edmonton, Alberta T5J OPI
(403) 428-1654
Both wi I I
firs t—pri ze—winning dolls as part of the appear
set in the full—length production held in to be Coppelia of 12 and Il and Calgary , April 17 and April 16 Edmonton , at
the
Jubilee
Audi toriums .
To those of you who sent us creations , wonderful your THANK YOU See you at the ballet!
CONFERENCE HELD: Peace Country Spinners And Weavers
MEMBERS !
COUNCIL
Spinners Country Peace The second their and Weavers held Alberta Fairview, in Conference
LET'S GET TOGETHER!
How many times has a master of your craft held a workshop away? Were or 300 miles 200 couldn t You No! there? you You . weekend that away get probably know other craftspeople attended , have would who so
mas ter
that
didn 't
why
couldn 't.
you ,
like
but
distance extra that come your in workshop a do to town? Because he or she didn't or them , wanted know you he know didn t you because or she was so nearby. is
propose
we
What
organization
Have
your
a
workshop
this :
appoint
co—ordinator .
Whenever you organize a workshop
of inquire area , your in not or ther whe arti st the and willing be would they in sessions hold to able . communities other more or one Then contact the Alberta Crafts information the with Council dates . and available fees on can arrangements these If be made far enough in advance ,
Eighty 23rd . February on event o, the attended people of, author Gustafson , Paula of President and Salish Weavin Council , Crafts erta Indian coast west on spoke workshops two gave and textiles twill and twining Salish on Scott Marie Anne techniques . two gave Anthony Fritz and fleece wool on workshops spinning . and preparation for conference final The PCSW the of year first the -will organization regional Dawson in 1st June held be Heinrich Li nda B.C. Creek, speak will B.C. Victoria, of and spinners Linen . A about exhibit and shop swap weavers also are work members of information further pl anned. For about the organization, contact :
Sue Miller
403-356-2603 or
Jean James
403-532-2518
guest artists could conceivably country .
entire
the
tour
if they make Even or three stops -it Nould
only two obviously
them. for lucrative more be apply could ne twork This and lecturers guest to also
foreign artists.
By like our
and
network
a
instituting
improve members
could this , we to our services
improve
number
of
concede
to
fund—raising
our
is figures . It artists that
possible also a performing
workshops
might
their
rates .
lower this
ne twork
Is
planning
and
co—
work It can operation. all of us if we just do it!
for
The
key
long—term
to
APPRENTICESHIP REFERRALS The time
Council receives
to time from from enquiries
artisans
seeking
potters , Experienced are who others or the undertake to
weavers will ing training
developing
apprentices as placement craftsmen. master with
urged are apprentice an of to register with the Council. Assistance
remuneration is available
wi th
contracts ,
expectations and from ACC.
works ops CONTEMPORARY FURNITURE DESIGN
ATTENTION LEATHERWORKERS
A conference which will examine the current trends in furni ture making through lecture and demons tration by some of North America 's leading woodworkers : Gary Bennett , Paul Epp Judy Kens ley McKie , Michael Fortune , Al phonse Matt ia and Steve Madsen .
August•3- 5, 1985 CONTACT :
Rex Lingwood wil 1 be giving a slide lec ture on Canadian leatherwork at "Leather Works" , the international leather conference , in Adelaide , Aus tralia May , in 1985. If you wish to be considered for inclusion, please send slides of recent work (5 approx. ) to:
Rex Lingwood R.R. 2, Harrow, Ontario NOR IGO Deadline : April 15, 1985
Saskatchewan Craft Council Box 7408 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 4J3
(306) 653-3616
Registration fee: $150 Entry deadline: June 1, 1985 A PATCH IN TIME OLDS COLLEGE FIBRE WEEK
Olds College FIBRE WEEK
The
will '85
be offering from June
30 to July 5, 1985. Weaving, spinning , drafting , kni tting
quilting
,
designing
a few of offered .
sewing
and
the
Instructors
Andrews ,
shirt—making
ba sketry
,
are
programs
being
include :
Ma ry
Sharon
Elaine Gwynne Lovegrove .
Alderman , and
Trud ie
For more information' contact : Continuing Education Department Olds College Olds, Alberta TOM IPO 556-8344 or 556-8352
A one day workshop with well known American quiLter Georgia will
be
he Ld
in
the LaubentaL Studios , St. Albert Place (St. Albert), March 14th from 9 4 p.m. Advanced registration necessary . Please call Lois at:
549-1697
,
August 30 1985, wi 11 be the Banff Centre . workshops , films , show ,
mall ,
Calgary scheduled
September
held at Lectures , fashion shows , merchant discussions ¯ wi Ll
qui It
panel
be offered. Brochures available May, 1985. For futher information
contact :
Carol Campbell
c/o Leisure Learning Services 3630 — 2nd Street S.W. Calgary, Alberta T2S IT8
NIGERIAN BATIK ARTIST artist,
GEORGIA BONESTEEL WORKSHOP
biannual
Conference
for 3,
Nike
Bonesteel
3rd
Qui 1 t
Twin
77 , wi 11
Nigerian be
Batik
available
for demonstrating and teaching in Al berta during -May and June , 1985. Call the Al berta Crafts Council office for more information or contact :
MARTIN ELLERSTED 10920 - 65 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T6H 4R6 Ph: 435-5302
workshops NATIONAL NEEDLECRAFT SEMINAR The
Edmonton
Guild
is
award
during
be
the
national
The Winter Summer '85 and 85/86 fibre workshop brochures are from the now available
display week .
are wi th studio provided space , access to equipment and facilities and an environment
to May prepared for an
on
seminar
include :
show in of Lister of 87
a
April 25 The work participants
wi 11
Events
Needlecraft
hosting
seminar , 3, 1985. by the
BANFF CENTRE SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS
a
fashion
the banquet room Hall , University
Al berta , 116 Stree t and Avenue , on Monday , Apri 1
29. $3.00 charge. The
Canada
creative energy charged with from a variety of disciplines .
assistance financial There is and winter summer for both courses. Brochures are available from :
Embroidery
of
Banff Centre. Course participants
has
THE BANFF CENTRE
Association commenced
School
a
Thi s is the first time the seminar has been he Id in Edmonton and it will be some time be fore it re turns . Do
take
advantage
opportuni ty to work of these
of
needle artists. For
more
this
unique
enjoy the top Canadian
information ,
contact :
Helena J. Gavin Edmonton Needlecraft Guild
7755 - 79 Avenue
Edmonton, Al berta T6C OP4
advanced
levels
in
CERAMICS SYMPOSIUM The 4th International' Ceramics Institute Symposi um of the will for Ceramic History , held in Toronto , October be
16-20, 1985.
The In
program Thought .
theme In
EDGES
Hi story .
is
the
fo rma t
of
vessel and the figure . more information, contact :
its for and clay ,
(416) 968-0455
blacksmi thing and wood.
04627 U.S.A.
the
For
Ann Mortimer or Margaret Melchiori—Malouf 878 Younge Street, 3rd Floor Toronto, Ontario M4W 2J1
glass, metals, quilts, baskets, paper, fibres , clothing design, Application deadline is April 15,- 1985. For further information and brochure, -write to: Haystack Mountain School of Crafts Deer Isle, Maine
In
di rected towards the recognition of ceramic artists, past , present and future , who have challenged and changed the scope of their medium s tradition Clay
within
HAYSTACK MOUNTAIN SCHOOL OF CRAFTS Haystack has announced 1985 Summer Workshops beginning , intermediate
of Fine Arts
Box 1020 Banff, Alberta TOL OCO Ph: 762-6011
series of needlecraft correspond— ence courses which can lead to certification in various branches of embroidering . The notebooks of students involved will be displayed Tuesday, April 30th.
PINE NEEDLE BASKETRY April 20-21. Fee: $25.00
Crys Harse - INST. Call 931—3636 to register
OPPORTUNITIES EXHIBITORS !
1985 WESTERN ART SHOW AND SALE To be held November 13 - 16, 1985 in Edmonton Northlands AgriCom , in conjunction with the Canadian Final s Rodeo , Farmfair and the Country and Western Exhibi
If
tion .
your
work
is
of
the
western
agricul ture and /or rodeo theme , and you wish you enter , apply prior to June 1 , 1985 to:
Edmonton Northlands Box 1480, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2N5 Ph: 403-471-7210
THE ALBERTA INDIAN ARTS AND CRAFTS SOCIETY Al berta annual second The Festival will Art Native during in Edmont on he Id be the month of August, 1985. A be
artist. Native new Al berta (Must meet existing requirements ) Deadline for submissions : (to be eligible May 27 , 1985
for scholarship) July 31, 1985 (to be for exhibit only) submission For to apply, contact:
CRAFTSMAN'S COVE
are
eligible and
rules
The Alberta Indian Arts And Crafts Society
Craftsman s Cove at Meadowlark Mall is looking for new members with good quality handicrafts. Professional and production
craftspeople, who
$5 ,000 will outs tending
of an
scholarship to awarded
- 108 st. Alta T5H 2Z9 (403) 426-2048
10540
Edmonton, Ph:
prepared
to put in some time in the store , should submit 3 photos
of
would
work
recent
11 ke
the Cove, Co:
that
to
they
THE MULTICULTURAL HERITAGE CENTRE
through
Selection Committee
c/0 7223 - 83 Street Edmonton , Alberta T6C 2Y1
CRAFTS SHOW WI LDWOOD ,ALBERTA
The Society
Mul ticul tural to
invi te
you to an exhibi t ion of recent work by Henny Bottinga and Carol Marskall . The exhibition will open Thursday Apri 1 4, 1985, from 7—8 p.m. at 5911-51 Street, Stony Plain, Alberta. Refres hments
The 3rd Annual Arts and Crafts by sponsored Sale and Show District and Wildwood the Complex Recreation Family for April is schedule Society
Heri tage
wi she s
wi 11
The
exhibition
April
28, 1985.
for theme The 1985. HONORING is show this years OUR YOUNG ARTISTS .
served .
be
runs
until
28,
Young craftspeople are especially For participate. to invi ted more information, contact ; Carol RiehL
Wildwood, Alberta
325-2077
325-3790
"1 LOVE A PARADE"
Ceramic Sculpture by Calgary artist Kirsten Abrahamson. Muggart Gallery , 1221, 2nd Street
S.W.
March
26
Calgary
Apri I
,
Al berta .
21,
1985
6
OPPORTUNITIES EXPO 86 CONSIGNMENT GIFT _SHOP
CRAFTSMEN'S CO-OP in
Established
fall
the
of
CRAFTSMEN'S CO-OP the 1983, area Edmonton of group a is craftspeople who operate their Meadowlark in stores own in Ma 11 s Londonderry and Edmonton .
includes both membership The semi—pro— and professional some craftspeople , fessional profile high a maintain whom of in the ALberta craft community the co— use who others and
It is the intention of Expo 86 to establish a provincial and This
gift territorial be would shop
shop . owned
participants
would ,
Official
their crafts, decorative giftware and personal a on sold be to giftware consignment basis themselves through provide suppliers ,
unsold
op as their sole outlet.
All
The Co—op is presently accepting applications from craftspersons in interested be mi ght who applications ALI participating
55% of their goods.
are
subject
Interested
jurying .
to
artists
are
asked
to send a biography of themselves of their four photographs and
noting work retail suggested content
material
description and price the work.
Send applications to:
86.
and operated by Expo
or
inventories
will
suppliers to the returned be . exhibition the at the end of consignors to remit will '86 Expo of the retail value
di splayed goods the of None decorated be in the shop can. logo or '86 Expo the with identifiable reminder an be 86, except : or momento of Expo than more at -valued items
$50.
contact interested , please If . Council the Alberta Crafts
CRAFTSMEN'S CO-OP c/o Annette Deibe
Box 2341 Spruce Grove, Alberta TOE 2C0
RETURN TO LAUGHTER an is Laughter" To I "Return curated be to exhibition and to take White by Richard Gallery , Muttart place at the Calgary , August , 1985. Artists interested in all media who are comedic the expressing in invi ted are life of side before proposal a submit to May 1, 1985 to:
Richard White
Muttart Gallery
1221
- 2nd Street, S.W Calgary, Alberta T2R OW5
ATTENTION ALL WEAVERS Bank Art Council Canada The a strong reports that there architectural for demand etc, tapestries , textiles, for The top to
work
clients. its to loan for looking is Bank Art add to weavings quality your If collection. its
might
meet
the
the of standards slides 15 submi t complete resume to:
exacting
Art and
Bank , your
.1 The Canada Council Art Bank 2279 Gladwin Crescent Ottawa, Ontario KIB 4K9 For further information :
Call (toll free); 1-800-267-8282
OPPORTUNITIES THE CANADIAN CRAFT SHOW CALL FOR ENTRY Show is The Canadian Craft applications now accepting for the 1985 ONE OF A KIND Sale, Christmas Show and 1985. Automotive November , Bui I ding
,
Exhibi
t i on
,
Place
Toronto, Ontario. Application Deadline: May 1, 1985
For information contact :
CRAFTS WANTED craft CUPBOARD COUNTRY The you wi th provide will store to consign opportuni ty an handcrafted quality your open Deer . We Red in items antiques in March. We welcome For also. consignment for please information, further contact : Vivian at 346—3170 (Red Deer) or Joan at 556—3116 (Olds) Or Write To:
The Canadian Craft Show
Joan Gregory Schreiber Box 2875, Olds, Alberta
2 St. Clair Avenue E. , Suite 202
Toronto, Ontario
TOM IPO
M4T 2T5
416-960-3680 B.C. PLACE 111 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW
CAMEO'S CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW Western Canada' s most successful Craft Sale Nov. 30 to Dec. 3
and
Dec . 5 Chri s tma s
5th
Sale offers or either Exhibi tor
Dec .
8, Show .
craftsmen 8 days end of 4 days . includes :
fee
booth ,
outlets ,
exhibitor'
May
Deadline CONTACT :
Date : Dec. 48, 1985 Wed . — Sat.. Noon — 9 p.m. Sun.: 10 a.m. —6 p.m.
15 ,
Eleanor Bercov
13803 - 91 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T5R 4X8
403-484-0736
Application Deadline: July 1 Applications thi s date a waiting to
be
1, 1985. Mai L
CRAFTSMAN'S COVE
is
Over $40 ,000 has been allotted this year to advertising to ensure a highly successful show.
lounge ,
s
year
'QUALITY NOT QUANTITY
service relief booth accoutrements. necessary
Juried : 1985.
this
concept
electrical
draped free and
1985. 1985
The
received will List .
after
be put on Participants
noti fi ed
by
Augus t
Application
Procedure :
completed
forms
inc I uding
3 photos or slides of your work and sketch/ summary of your intended display to :
Craftsman s
Cove
taking is Mall on handicrafts
in
Londonderry
"Josko Craft Co. Ltd" 560 Johnson Street Victoria, B.C. Canada V8W 3C6
quali ty good consi gnment .
Please write to:
604-386-1442
Craftsman's Cove Londonderry
Mal 1
66 Street and 137 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta
NOTE :
Ma jor
No
consignment
credit
for exhibitors
cards
sales.
available
at 8% interest.
OPPORTUNITIES ALBERTA ART PRESENTS
ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR St. Albert
June 5 - 9, 1985 to
Open
people ,
artists
all
and
crafts
in
Al berta ,
Saskatchewan
fi bre Pottery , Mani toba . and ba sketry , jewel lery , arts ,
stained craft, weaving , wood are arts toys , metal glass, eligible . required
fee
entry
$ 50
$200 of
application form. acceptance upon
from sales .
No deductions
forms
Application
wi th
payable work.
are
available
from :
Jean E. Bailey, Manager Arts & Crafts Fair 18 Willoughby Drive St. Albert, Alberta T8N 3R3 426-5175 or 458-1716
target
Our
convention in - our
of
organizers
are
We
a
wi th contac t conventions
and tours .
Our Service Includes : at Shops Art Organizing delegates where conventions buyers . intended the are gifts as artwork Supplying to delegates, speakers, visiting dignitaries, retiring executives .
Your art will achieve provincial , national, and even international artist as for price
You recognition . retail the
upon
and ,
item
Present s -Art Al berta 30% as our commission .
sale,
deducts
CONTACT :
Interested?
Art Presents
Alberta
Winnipeg Convention Centre February
direct
in
are
May 8 - 12, 1985
Application
thriving
now
province.
the
is
market
trade
member of the Calgary Tourist and Bureau Convention and
each
WESTERN WORKS MANITOBA SPRING CRAFTS SALE
Al berta .
in
produced
artwork
Bri tish
resident
Columbia ,
established, newly a quality for outlet
are We unique
c/o Livingstone Drive, S.W. Calgary, Alberta
deadline :
15, 1985
T3E 6J5
10 ft. x 8 ft. booths
$375 single $425 corner Contact : Ron Mark
EXHIBITORS !
500 - 338Broadway
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C OT3
(204) 942-8580
Commi t tee
Exhibi t ion
The
the of Centre
Heri tage Multicul turaL is Plain St ony in
currently accepting applications exhibitions for wi 11 Applications 1985. June , in
artists INFORMATIONNEEDED Does your conmunity or organization have upcoming
craft events planned?
We'd like to hear about it! Call the ACC at 428—1654 or write to us: Alberta Crafts Council
$509,
10136 — 100 Street
Edmonton,
T5J OPI
Alberta
are
1985. in juried be Interested
requested
biography a send can that vi suals
to
four and retained be
for the Centre's Artist Inventory For further information contact Annette
Dei be
Multicultural Heritage Centre Box 908 Stony Plain, Alberta TOE 2GO
Phone 963-2777
CLASSIFIED ArtTIMES FOR VISUAL ARTISTS
ArtTIMES
is
a
new
SCARVES FOR SALE
Canadian
publication for visual artists . "how—to" magazine tha t covers a wide range of
Whi t e silk scarves , ready to neatly rol 1 —hemmed dye , by machine .
information and ideas pertinent to
the
work
of
artists
and
8 inches x 45 inches
photographers . From techniques to the of your products .
specific marketing
SPRING: $3.95 each, minimum 3 SPECIAL: $3.75 each, minimum 15 Enclose money order please, to:
ArtTIMES
offering
The White House 4819 Bowness Road
is
now
a free introduction of the AAC . For write to:
to members your copy ,
Calgary, Alberta T3B OB6 Mail—order only.
PMA Communications Ltd. 2290 Pine Street Vancouver, B.C. Canada V6J 3E4
(604) 736-8951
FORT McMURRAY NORTHERN LIGHTS CALLIGRAPHERS SPECIAL OCCASIONS BOOK
FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY STUTIO ft.
FOR
SALE :
11 .5 'ceiling
1,200
with
sq.
attached
3—bedroom house, garage, carport , fenced double lot. Own everything for less than renting somewhere
in the city.
Established pottery . Great for glass , woodworking, weaving , etc. Health forces BOB PIKE: 653-3775
This day book , produced by the Northern Lights Calligraphers is intended Al berta Summer
McMurray .
for the Games in
recommend
you get your copy they're sold out. Copies
of
ordered plus to:
1985
Fort
$1.50
by
thi s
now
book
that
before may
sending
postage
be
$8.00
and handling
Northern Lights Calligraphers P.O. Box 6220
Fort McMurray T9H 4W1
PRODUCTION POTTER WANTED
With
good
throwing
skills
Studio in Production for Edmonton. Part—time or full—time. incentives . plus Hourly pay Phone: 487-0714
RIBBON AND LACE lace and ri bbon , mail —order ; eyelets , wholesale For a sold the met re . by list, catalogue and price SASE Large send a (9"x12" )
Qua Li ty
to:
Khris>ance! 2nd Floor, 1603Centre Street N. Calgary. Alberta T2E 2S2 (403)277-5250
Hand-dyed fabric: for fashionor interior use
Dyedsilk accessories: Scarves for menand women, shawls
Wall hangings: on 100%kimonosilk Classes: Oneday "make-your-own-scarf" Studio & Retail
Hours : Weekdays by appointment
HUETEX 10970 West view Place Delta, B.C. V4E 2L9
Saturday loamto 5pm
277-5250
o
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CROFTS C0UNCIL #509 10136 - 100 St. Edmonton,Alta. TSJ OPI (403) 428-1654