ALBERTA/ 'MAGAZINE September/October 1988
ISSN 0834-910X 3
Wholesale gift show comments 10
Calendar of events 11
New board members 12
Labelling regulations 15
Under the Tree
Alberta Craft Council 509 10136100 Street Edmonton, AB T5J OPI
MEMO FROM THE PRESIDENT
ALBERTA •
The elusive butterfly - creativity By Keith Evans As I sit downand pento paper,I'm the last leg of a summerof travelling.Whatwithbusiness and vacation, I've beal through four provinæs Oåanitoba to British Columbia) in the last two mmths. Duringthat time I had the oportunity to
visita nurnberof art shows,galleries,craftfairs and a few studios.While individually they bring
mixed æsponses,the me commonimagethat runs cmstandy throughmy recollectionsis the amcxrnt and variety of creativity that is exhibited by the ar-
Listsandcraftsmenof WestemCanada.
%ere is a lot of talent(Nitthere,and whileyou do find similaritiesin work,thereare alsoexceptional and Imiquepieces. And just when ycR1 think ycN'veseal it all,up popsanothernewand excit-
ingitem.
These "discoveries" werenumerousenoughto make me ponder the extentof the "creative gene pool"that exists.Yetin contrast,the similaritiesin workraisethe questionofjust how
creativeare we as individuals.
Is creaLiviLysomething we all experience frc_yn
tirneto tune? Or do Scmeindividualshavea greater share of this precious commodity?Or do most of us neverexperiencztrue creativebrilliance?In fact,just whenis artor crafttrulyunique and creative, or is it just repetitive and
similar? Does it really matter? Who is to judge?
COUNCIL
it is We Oftmrefer to it, as u "gift" suggesting inan ability given by somehigher powerthat
habits the artist's bodyandads thrmrghhim. It pears to be uFdiaable,
it ally that is
ap-
and mog oftal we spot
Oen ülebasisOfr»stperformmæ enoughto ennlre that a gival "gifted"
individual will continueto produceal the same level. Sane artists "go dry" early in their aåieve it until late in t}Eircareersothers
and then only after Img tdious struggle- while
still others go through spurts Of "galius" fdlowed
byperiods drought,and stn_l
neva
dictimary achieve it. What then is creativity? describes it as bringing sanething new original into being rather than some-thing imitated,
sirnilar.
then originality
the
of creativity.Originality is equallyhard to define.
The diaimary tells us that originalWMkmust
imitatim translatim. be a mpy, reproduction, Applythat to any workof art or craftand see how
difficult that is. Originality in art md a-aft is redly
a relativeterm.Theproblanof &ciding
Originala giva1 pieæ is lies not in deciding whetheror not it is original (ctpiß are easily
recognized),
rather exacdyhow
it is.
Whüe that may be possible, the
remainstentativeandincornplete, andceninly our Orwthatwewouldeaå differm. Yet own mind have many times said
reing
s«nething that to us is new and refreshing:Tat's unique."or "Isn't that creative.".But cm we really
I found myself looking at my own workand questiming whether I had ever truly showedany crea-
define that feeling or impressionin solid terns?
parroted the works of others who influencedmy
downis nmaheless infectious.I findI'm stimulated by certainworksor shows.Andif at-
Liveuniqueness or ever would, or whether I merely
innervisions.
Artsand craftsare evolutimaryand likebiological evolution, they exhibit similar prrxesses,building frorn the simple to the more developing and mutating from me piece to the other,influencing eachother.And likeour biologicalccwnterparts, workis influencedby environment. 'Ihe galleries and shows we visit, the training we receive, the marketplace we share all externally inacccmntsfor fluence the productwe produce. the similaritieswe sec in workacrossthe One can find p•xteryin Manitc%areflectedsimilarthe ly in B.C.,yet neither artist has ever
other'swork.
A lookat artand crafthistorywillalsoshowthe impactsof similarexposure,or the influencesof certain eras on the workIn 1909, the French
Creativity while difficult to define. catal% or pin tended Series 88 in Red Deer this year,you Will
remanberthe stimulatingatmo*ere thereand
President Keith Evans,
of Sturgeon
973-3102 Vice-president Debra Newberry, Edmonton
Secretary carol Campbell, Calgary 237-6818 IYeasurer Mavis Legg, Edmonton Past President Les Manning, Canmore 678-5216 (h) or 762-6211 (w) Directors KeithAshwell,Edmonton488-5387 Ross Bradley, Edmonton Martha Campiou-Zarutsky,
Winterburn447-3493 DianneFinch, Medicine Hat 526-3316 CarmenHaakstad,Grande Prairie5394483 TonyMandamin, Edmonton 488-0130 Allan Sheppard,SherwoodPark Linda Stanier,Red Deer 782-4235 ACC office #509 10136 100 Street, Edmonton,AB T5J OPI Phone:428-1654
certainly ig symbiotic(and catalytic) that kind
Executivedirector and managingeditor BobbiHoffman428-1654 Editor JeanCoulton428-1660
So, forme I cmtinue to chase elusiveHater-fly called aeativity. We all see it rww that, and hQefully we will all captureit nowand
UPCOMINGDEADLINES:For November/DecemberAlberta Craft Octot*r 28 and Decanber9 for the January/ February
mcrnent,yml will havebecamea part that cial that the C«JrEOfan and cmft
Suggestions,ideasand criticismsare welcome
how infectious it was (or stül is perhaps).And yet if I ask
to ten me exactly, in hard terms. what
it wasthatcreatedthatsenseinyaa describe it? Yet yc» felt it, experiared
yal
md were
affead by it. and prhap eval infeaed by it. It of envirmrnmt.
When yu.l do, treasure it,
in Ourtime
howeva
Soplease send them to the ACC office for con-
sideratim. We also welcome letters to the editor,bat reserve the right to edit for gram-
develcQed a term. "evolution creatrice" (creative
mar,tasteand length.Anmyrncxlsletterswill
paletrate unknown realms, to achieve something
marketingtags are now SIO 100, $ 1.20 postage.Memberprofile cards have gone up
evolution)to describeevolutimthat is a creative prcxluctOfa vital force rather than a spmtane(N1' processexplicable in terms of scientific laws. It is this vitalforcethat is the key.The urge to original may be felt by every me of us. But it is
it, but that so much the desireto mysterious ability to nnd it that gives creative uniquenesg.
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rlC1be published.
PLEASENOTE:Albertacraft Council in cost, please call the Officefor the new
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
Wholesale gift show experience generally good The general concensus of those ACC members who had a joint booth in the Alberta Fall Gift Show - the first wholesale show for many - is that it was worthwhile. One booth was rented on a cost shared basis under the ACC name and additional space was donated by Southex Exhibition, the show organizer. (There was also 1,900 square feet of display space provided by Southex. Unfortunately, the ACC had to resort to its permanent collection to help fill the space because there wasn't enough member response.) This
fall, for the first time, Southexhad a
separate craft section at its twice-yearly show in Edmonton. "It was a terrific opportunity," said ACC Executive Director Bobbi Hoffman. "I think we should do it again." It was a good effort on short notice by those people involved, she said. However, it was unfortunate that there sufficient response to the original notice sent out by ACC. "Overall, I would say that the show was a success," said Lori Belyk, ACC volunteer booth co-ordinator. "The Alberta Craft Council has exposed its membership to a
goldenopportunityand I, for one, am grateful."
While participants in the joint booth may not have received the number of orders they would have liked, the contacts made and exposure they received were benefiLs cited by those responding to questions about the show.
earlene Weber of Bill's Wood Pile said they would participate again, but would look to have only two or three other people in a booth. That way cosuscould be kept down, but there would be better exposure for your craft. The joint space this year had 20 members' works represented. The Weber's would also prefer to be in the main buildingat futureshows, cause there was less traffic going
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta Craft
At the ACC's boothat the Alberta Fall Gift Show were from left to right) Ruth Harrowing, Cochrane
Mowbray,Marion Chlebana, Lori Belyk Lisa Howes-Schols,SheenaBiennan-Schultz,KathyNivenani Ken Pile (Billand DarleneWeber), Dyer.Othermembersrepresentedat the boothwereBill's , Jocelyn Brown,Catherine Johnson, Rosa Taylor,
Campbell,Elli Grassmuck,John
rownnun, TonyBloom,Martha Henry,Barbara Boettschzr,and Patricia Mykietowich.
through the second building where the craft section was located. And there was also a problem selling other people's craft which you weren't familiar with.
Chris Goldburn agreed, but felt that problem could easily be overcome if craftspeople got together before and talked about their products. She also felt
it was a good learningexerience,evenif
it wasn't "incredibly profit-able." It was a good chance to learn about how wholesale buying really works and she made valuable contacts.
There were several other ACC members at the show who had their own booths.
Melanie Rowe of Double Visionshad
some encouraging words for those craftspeople participating in a wholesale show for the first üme. "Coming back for the second one is important," Melanie said. Buyers who expressed interest, but didn't purchase the first time often buy the second time. When they see you back, it shows you are a viable business, she noted. Double Vision's orders have doubled each time.
Cochrane Mowbray also found the show to be a good leaming experience. It was a good opportunity to meet other craft
"Wholesaling is scary. You've got to gear your mind that you're going to get busier but make less (profit per item)." But that isn't all bad because volume increases.
LETTER
The experience gained through this show should make the next one even better. Particular thanks to Bobbi Hoffman, Dee Palenstein and especially Lori Belyk whose efforts were instrumental in bringing it all together. Well Done!
council members,too.
To: ACC Staff and Members Re: Southex Fall Gift Show
A big thank you to all people Organizing and participating at the show. It was a great way to meet other members, make contacts and gather information concerning the wholesale aspect of the craft business.
Ken Beyer ACC member,Edmonton
traffic Craft council Calgary store attractstourist About half the people who walk into the AlbertaCraft Council store in Calgary buy something. And that high buying ratio pleases store manager Nancy McBay.
so it is impossible to Space at the craft council store is limited, like. As a compensation, the have the "galleryfeel" Nancy would stock on display is constantly rotated to give the best exposure limited space, craft council members are enWhile the summer months haven't seen a high volume of traffic, possible.Despitethe through the store. Quality of craft, the Centre for the Performing Arts (in which the store is located) couraged to sell their works what is marketed at the store, dictates price, or the is what it not tends to be "one of the touristy spots" in Calgary, Nancy said. contact herself or Cathie Consequently, many out-of-town and out-of-province people fre- Nancy said. Shewelcomes members to craft. your marketing about 263-1736 at quent tie store. In fact, there have been days when none of the customers are from Calgary or Alberta. The ACC board of directorsdiscussed how long the store would remain operationalat its last meeting. However, that meeting said These people are "very impressed by the craft in Alberta," where coincidedwith the AlbertaCraftMagazine deadline, therefore from Nancy, adding they often compare the items to craft not thatinformationshouldbe availablefor the next issue. This issue are also that the craft is overthey come. Customers pleased of Alberta Craft featuresa few of the craftspeople who have their priced. work on sale at the craft council store. Approximately 80 craft council members' works are availableat the store. Prices range from $2 to $1 ,500, and the media and type of craft is equally varied. The best sellers are jewelry, followed by glass and weaving. Products in the $35 range tend to move well the store mana er noted.
Jean Raines - captures flowers' beauty by preserving so difficult. You can't dust them and they will take on moisture," she said explaining why she frames them.
A biology project got Jean Raines started drying flowers. Now almost 15 years later she has the technique down to a fine craft.
But Jean explains it wasn't her biology project: "My sister-in-law taking a summer course studying to teach Biology 10. One of the projects was pressing Alberta flowers and plants." And that interested Jean.
"I do a lot of wild roses."Jean also dries a lot of pansies as well as doing other gardenand wild flowers. "I specialize in the wild roses, because
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By 1973-74 the Airdrie area resident had an extensive library of pressed and dried wild and garden flowers. In 1978, she switched to the silica gel drying process totally giving up pressing. Silica gel is a desicant compound (substance used as a drying agent) which works by withdrawing moisture. It's the same product found in small packets packaged along with shoes, electronic equipment, etc. to keep those products
moisturefree.
Jean explained that the gel is mixed in with fine white sand which is then carefully packed around the flowers. It withdraws Lhewater from the plants
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within two to ten days depending on the moisture content of the plant. Once dried, the flowers are very delicate, crisp, jilSt like tissue paper. Unless they absorb water from the environment, the flowers remain permanently dried. Jean then takes the dried flowers and frames them. Using shadow box frames, she makes flower pictures from 4x4" to 9x12". "These things (dried flowers) are
it's profitable." The wild roses are especially attractive to tourists who buy her works. In fact, Alberta wild roses account for about two-thirds for Jean's production.
The wild roses will fade after two or three years, she noted, but they are what sells best. Some flowers fade faster than others. The flower Jean has found with the best color retention is the delphinium. Jean has sold her dried flowers through retail venues for the past five years, with more sales in the past two or three
years.Priorto thatshe marketed
through craft fairs. "I've never had a problem selling. It (the dried flowers) has been very well accepted."
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Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
Barbara Kreutter - weaving a good business Barbara Kreutter doesn't know how manywovenarticles she actually makes, but she certainly knows her bottomline. "I make things in dozens and dozens," the Calgary artisan said. "I put out a
lot." However,she doesn't really have any idea how may shawls, scarves and other accessories she makes. The only time Barbara counts is when she is planning for an upcoming fair or filing out an order.
Her lack of concem about production numbers belies the fact that Barbara is a shrewd business person. "I approach it as a manufacturing business. Anyone who is manufacturing their work should approach it that way." She believes people who don 't view their craft as a business won't make money. For the past 15 year, Barbara has been making a living from her weaving, although it was skimpy for the first few years. And even though she now makes a good living at weaving, people find it hard to believe and ask: "Who really pays your bills?"
The answer is Barbara. She believes her business attitude is "why I make money." It has little to do with what you're producing or how you're makingit (providing,of course, that it is appealing and of good quality), but more to do with your business attitude and marketing skills, she stated. And those skills include knowing what your product is worth. It "really perturbs" Barbara when she sees weaving or othercraft selling for less than it should. She can't understand why people underprice their work, sometimes even selling it for less than cost. "There are always going to be two kinds of craftspeople (those who treat crafts as
a businessand those who don't view it
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
that way)... but you have to treat it like a
shadesof two or three colors. "I don't
In Barbara's business,she has hired a sales representative, a knitter and a weaver, and if the need arises another weaver will be hired.
The New York State native has a Bachelor of Science in textiles from the University of Syracuse, New York, and a Masters in Textile Design from RochesterInstituteof Technology.
business,I'm convinced."
"A lot of people are very afraid of spending money." But Barbara believes you have to spend a certain amount of money to get returns. For example, she had a booth custom designed and built, and used it for the first time at the Southex Fall Gift Show. "I won't recoup the money spent on the
booth this month,but I will recoup it many times over in the next year."
Besides marketing at wholesale and retail shows, Barbara's sales representative has secured wholesale markets
in BritishColumbia,Alberta,Sas-
katchewan, Ontario and New Brunswick.
She has 850 square feet of studio space in Calgary. Sales out of her studio only account for a minor part of total sales. The weavings Barbara does characteristically have lots of colors and IOLSof different yams. Cottons, rayon and some mohair are used. A given scarf may
sell very much cream or white weaving."
Barbara was drawn to Canada by the Banff Centre for tie Arts which 12 years ago had a very technical weaving course. Once exposed to Alberta, she decided to stay. "Some people think I'm But she says there are many advantages to living in Canada. For example, a crafLsperson in the United States wouldn 't have access to a medical plan and medical care is extremely expensive. But that isn't the case in Alberta, she noted.
When asked whether Barbara could see herself weaving for another 15 years, she would admit to that. "I never thoughtI wouldbe in for 15 years, no matter what it was." Nevertheless, Barbara is still enjoying weaving - at least some days.
have 13 or more colors.There could be 10 to 20 shades of one color, or various
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Lori Belyk
Marbling paper
It's tough for a craftsperson to compete with big name companies, but that's exactly what Lori Belyk is successfully doing with her marbled paper.
The St. Albert resident learnedhow to marble paper in the early 1980s,but it wasn't until last summerthatshe put the knowledge to work. As a memberof the EdmontonCalligraphy Guild, Lorimarbledsomenote paper to sell at the guild's annualauction. She did this in response to interest expressed by other guild members. Then when the boxesspurredmoreinterestat the auction,Lori mademoremarbled paper and "it has just mushroomed." With paper products, you have to stick to a fixed price and you have to be competitive because companieslike
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there isn't much marbled paper to be
found.In fact,Loridoesn'tknowof
anyone else in Alberta or Canada doing this type of craft. She learned marbling techniques in Oregonwhereshe took a coupleof book bindingcourses,one of whichincluded paper marbling.
bling, Lori had done calligraphy on a
contractbasis.
Jean Raines
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rom page
To marble paper, Lori uses an oil-based ink (water based inks can be used) whichis placed into a tank of waterand swirled around creating a marbled pattern on the surfaceof the water.Paperor cardboard is placed on top of the ink and the design is transferred.
Productionis limited by the numberof flowersJean can collect duringthe summer months. She made "quite a push in 1987 for the Olympics"and as a result production was higher than ever before
Undoubtedlyit is a fine line, but she seems to have hit a happy-mediumbecause her productsarc selling well.
Different patterns can be achieved by blowing on the ink, thinning the ink,
suffered because of a new project. Jean and three partners have opened a craft store, Wildflower Gallery, in Cochrane.
Her marbledpaper productsare now being sold in the four westernprovinces and she hopes to break into Ontarioand
matter what method is used, you "never,
Hallmarkand Carltonhavethe market cornered.And while thereis an obvious need to keep prices competitive, Lori a also has to price the productsto profit.
Quebec. And after a year, Lori is getting more repeat orders. Stationary stores
have placed $300 to $400 orderswhich constitutes a large volumesale considering some of the itemssell for as little as 22 cents each. The uniqueness of marbled paper has also helped in marketing her craft. (A stamp identifying her work as having
been madein St. Albert, Alberta, Canada has also been a marketing boon.) Marbling, which is traditionally found
on the insidecoversof expensively
bound books, is quite popular in Europe
and the United States.But in Canada
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makingthe water warmerso the ink spreadsmore,or addingcomstarchto the water making it denser. However, no
everreceivethe samepattern,"Lori noted.
About the only way to attain continuity on several pieces of paper is through color. But that isn't so easy either be-
cause even one or two dropsmoreor less ink can make a considerabledifference.
Stationary notc box sets have sold best
for Lori.Individualblanknotecards,
gift, tote and wine bags are other items
she markets.
last year.
This summerher collectionprocesshas
And when the two-storey, turn-of-the-
centurybrickhousecameup for rent
this spring she and her partners decided
to go ahead.The gallery openedon the May long weekend.
Economicallyit seemedthe right time to makethe venture.In addition,the
Cochrane Chamber of Commerce has a very active tourist council. With its locaLion(west of Calgary on the road to Banff) and western flavor the town attracts good tourist trade. "We're quite
excited...it (the gallery's potential) is looking good."
Lori has been approached by the Edmonton Calligraphy Guild to teach a course on marbling. Previously,she has taught night courses on calligraphy, book binding and pottery. In addition to the mar-
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
CALENDAR OF EVENTS Call for entry
Calgary
International Christmas Gift and Craft Festival November 17-20,
BellArena,Calgary.Fifth annual
Christmas craft sale by Roex ExhibiLionsLtd. (formerly Rocky Mountain Trade Shows Ltd.). Deadline: August 31. Information: Bruce Shipley 2476179. Heartwood September 1988, Trails West Gallery, Calgary. A juried exhibi-
tion of new worksin wood sponsored by the SouthemAlberta Woodworkers Society. Deadline: August 20. Entry
fee:S25members;$45 non-members.Information: Doug Ha-slam, 1709A 2nd Avenue NW, Calgary, AB 0G3•, 282-1653. A Patch in Time August 31 to September 3, 1989, Banff. International quilters
conferenceseeksworkshopinstructors. Deadline: July 29 to send proposals,
recentslides,resumeto: BonnieMur-
doch, Leisure Learning Services, 3rd Floor, 930 13 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2R OL4;229-9408. The Quilt as Art August 15 to September 24, 1989, Whyte Museumof the CanadianRockies.TObe held in con-
junctionwithA Patchin Time.Entries mustbe original designs.Deadline: March I, 1989 for slides of completed
work.Information:BonnieMurdoch, Leisure LearningServices,3rd Floor,930 13 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2R 014; 229-9408.
Art Market 88 November18-20,Calgary Convention Centre. Juried, 120 booths.Lastchance.Informaüon:Art
Market Productions, Marlene A. Loney, Box 385, Banff, AB TOLOCO;762-2345. On Body Ornamentation April 4-30,
1989, Muttart Art Gallery.Focusof ex-
hibiüon is on innovation, experimentation and exploration of body ornamentation. No material or concep-
tuallimitations.Deadline:December
15. Submit: typed biography and artist statement, six (max) working drawings
or slides fully labelled (art worksmust
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
not havebeenpreviouslyshownin Calgary),enclosedSASEfor returnof material.Information:Muttart Art Gallery, 1221 2 Street SW, Calgary, AB
T2R OW5; 266-2764.
Booths available October7, in conjunction with the AmericanPaintHorse AssociationNationalConvention,
Marlbcrough Inn, Calgary. Mini trade
fair.Curtainand lit booth$100.Information: 9354393 or 250-1901.ArtistJArHandspirits, a co-operative gallery, seeks finely crafted, original
work Shop featuresworkfromthe handsof Canadianartistsin fibre,wood,
ton, AB T5T IY9; 487-0714attention
Basil or Annette: or 10616 127 Street, Edmonton,AB T5N 1WI; 4554983 attention Bernice.
Other centres 9th AnnualWainwrightArts & Crafts Sale November18-19.Theme:A Country Christmas. Deadline: Septem-
ber 15.Information:Barb 842-2388or Annette842-2775or writeBox 2341, Wainwright, AB TOB4PO.
processguaranteesmaintenanceof the
Old Court House Christmas Arts & Crafts Fairs November18-20and 2527, Old CourtHouse,Red Deer.Information:346-1565.
Calgary,AB T2R OY2;263-HAND.
Other provinces
Edmonton
1988 SundogHandcraft Faire December 3 and 4, Saskatoon Field House, Sas-
glass, ceramic and paper. Selection
finest quality. Resume requested. Informaüon: Handspirits, 1410 4 Street SW,
Cameo's 8th Christmas Craft Sale
November 25 to December 4, 1988, Ed-
montonConventionCentre.Juried.Exhibitorfee includesdrapedbooth,
electrical outlets, table, chairs, shopping bags, exhibitors'lounge,free booth relief service, program of exhibitions. Information:#311 10545Sas-
katchewanDrive,Edmonton,ABT6E
6C6; 439-1130. Muttart Conservatory Seeks Emerging Artists Work is selected for monthly
exhibitions.Preferencegivento, but not
restricted to, subject matter related to nature, including landscapes, florals and
the naturalenvironment.Paintings, drawings,Mnts and small sculpturecan be accommodated.
katoon,Saskatchewan.Juriedcraftfair. Deadline: August 15. Fee: $175 single booth plus SIO electricity and $5 Sundog Society Membership. Information: Sundog Art Society, Box 7183, Sas-
katoon,SK SIK 4R5;Ellen Richardson 306/664-3618after 6 p.m. or LornaLennox Shaw306/249-0838days.
Call for entry Other provinces
Vancouver Craft Market 1988-89Applications now being accepted (October 23, November 18-20, November 25-27
and December9-11). Fees: $50 initia-
tion, $45 per Sunday and $225 per three-
day Christmassession.Send slidesor
Information: Senior Extension Officer,
Muttart Conservatory,EdmontonParks and Recreation, PO Box 2359, Edmon-
ton, AB T5J 2R7; 428-3664. Hands in Harmony November 23-27, Commonwealth Stadium Recreation Centre (produced by a former promoter of Pick of the Best). Information: Hands in Harmony, 7612 182 Street, Edmon-
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS photos to VancouverCraft Market, c/o Simone Avram, 4740 Westminster Hwy., Richmond, BC V7C 1B8 604/270-3452. Second Annual Winnipeg Dolt Show and Sale October 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Intemational Inn, Wellington and Berry, Winnipeg. Information: Irene Henderson, 34 Abraham Bay, Winnipeg, MB R2P IGI; Toronto Sculpture Garden Emphasizes site-specific work created especially for this part. Pays artist fees
and fabricationcosts.Submissionsac-
cepted anytime and reviewed quarterly. Information: Toronto Sculpture Garden, PO Box 54, Station Q, Toronto, ON
M4T 2L7; 416/485-9658. Salon des Metiers d' Art du Quebec December 2-18 craft show,Exposition Hall, Place Bonaventure, Montreal. In-
formation:Salon des Metiersd'Art du
Quebec Inc., 911 rue Jean-Talon esL, Bureau 219, Montreal, PQ H2R 1Vs;
514/270-7770. Pacific Perceptions Quilt Show Quilt Canada 89 May 23-27, 1989, UBC StudentsUnionBuilding,party
room #200, Vancouver, BC. Sponsored by the Canadian Quilters' Association and the Fraser Valley Quilters' Guild with co-operation of the UBC Faculty of Education, Department of Visual and Performing Arts. This competition
offers five awardsof excellence of $500 each. Deadline: March 15, 1989 for
slides.Information: DoreenRen-
nschmid, 12331 No. 3 Road, Richmond,
BC VIA IX4. PEI Crafts Council25th Anniversary Christmas Craft Fair November17-
20, Confederation Centre of the Arts, Charlottetown, PEI. Deadline: Septumber 15. Fees: $235 per 80 sq. ft. Information: Irene Arsenault, PEI Crafts Council, Box 1573,Charlottetown, PEI CIA 7N3•,902/892-5152.
to December 4, Automotive Building, Exhibition Place, Toronto. Now accepting applications. Information: The Canadian Craft Show, 21 Grenville street, Toronto, ON M4Y IAI•, 416/960-
Surfacing 89 High Touch March 13 to April 22, Museum for Textiles,Toronto. Juried exhibition organized by Surfacing, Textile Dyers and Printers Association of Ontario.Threeentries per person, SIO fee per entry plus $20 membership ($15 student). Deadline: January 12, 1989. Information:Jane Marshall Wild 705/324-5737;Judith Tinkl 705/437-1478; Textile Dyers and PrintersAssociationof Ontario,Box 6828, Station A, Toronto, ON MSW One of a Kind March 22-26, Automotive Building, Exhibition Place, Toronto. Canadian Craft Show springtime craft show and sale. Deadline: September 15. Information:CanadianCraft Show, 21 Grenvillc Street, Toronto, ON M4Y IAI; 416/960-3680.
Other countries Hong Kong gallery seeks works Potters, glassworkersand weaversare invited to submitcolor slides of their workand individualCV's for considera-
tion by a major art gallery in Hong
New York.Deadline: October I. Results returned by SASE by November 15. Eligibility: handwoven tapestries using gobelin or similar techniques, featuring wild (not domestic) animals, birds, aquatic life. Entries: 35 mm color slides, $5 entry fee, no entry limit. SASE for informationto: Arlene Gawne, 73470 Dalea Gawne, Palm Desert, CA 92260; 619/340-3628.
HandweaversGuildof AmericaThe
HandweaversGuild of America is seeking manuscripts for publications in Shut-
de, Spindle and Dye. Articles should deal with the author's field of expertise and follow the writer's guidelines established by the magazine. Manuscripts should be accompanied by high-quality 35 mm slides, color or black and white, or a sample to be photographed inhouse.Infonnation:Patricia McClelland, HGA Rep. Atlantic Provinces, 7 Lyngby Avenue, Darunouth, NS B3A 3T5.
Art Horizons 88 November29 to
December 18, Art 54 Gallery, SOhO, New York City, NY. Juried multi-media
competitionopen to all artists and
craftspeople. $4,000 in cash/purchase/awards. Deadline November 2. Information: Art Horizons, Department RCR, PO Box 1091, Larchmont NY 10538 USA; 914/633-6661.
Kong.The gallery is interestedin high quality, unique one-of-a-kind art objects. Mail submissions (addressed attenLionHong Kong project) c/o the ACC office and they will be forwarded to theagent.
Wildlife in Tapestry An exhibitof
wildlife images in flat, gobelin-style tapestry at the Scheuer TapestryGallery,
Nova Scotia Designer Crafts Council Christmas Market November 17-20, World Trade and Convention Centre, Halifax. Juried. Information:NSDCC, PO Box 3355 south, Halifax, NS B3J 3J1; 902/423-3837. Christmas Craft Show November25
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Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
CALENDAR OF EVENTS Shows and events Calgary August 2-27 Four Brushes: West Meets
East, Shek Lam, George Koller, Myken Woods and Morley Hollenberg. August
30 to October 9 Visionsof Alberta, an exhibition of art works and an education program to assist teachers and to encourage them to incorporate gallery
visits as part of their lessons.Muttart Public Art Gallery.
Edmonton September 2-31 Wild Fowl Wood Sculpture by Ted Trusz at the BoardwalkMarket. November 5 EdmontonWeavers' Guild AnnualChristmasSale and Fashion Show, Lister Hall (87 Ave and 116 St) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission S2. Parking at the Jubilee Auditorium. Infor-
mation:483-6820or 434-6240. September 24-25 Natures Worldof Hobbiesand Craft,NorthlandsGolden
Garter. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m Sunday. Silent auction, demonstrations, lapidary dealers, wood, pottery, weaving, scrimshaw, copper sil-
ver.Adults S2, seniorsand studentsSl. Sponsoredby the Edmonton Tumblewood Lapidary Club and Northem Alberta Gem and Mineral Society.
Other centres August 16 to September 3 Markle and Markle (Georgeand Carl Markle folk sculptors) and Three From the Country (Lorraine Liboiron, Kathy Krause, Betty
Kirschenman two-dimensional works on a western theme). September 13 to October 1 Visual Communications and Drama Instructors Exhibition. October 11-29 About Things Seen (Donna MacLean portraits and florals, Margaret Butuk landscapes,Debbie Wudrich jewelry and accessories). November 118 Looking Series (photographs by instructorBrian Thompson).November
22 to December9 LindaGordon (gouachesand oil pastels) and Susan
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta Craft
Dennison (silk - jewelry, hangings, furniture). December 13-30 Bums (paintings by Dale Beaven). January 3-21 Travels with Jesse (photographs and drawings by instructor Susan Tombs). Cultural Centre Exhibition, c/o Bob Dalton, Medicine Hat College, 299 College Drive SW, Medicine Hat, AB TIA 3Y6; 529-3963. To September 4 John McEwen:Five Public Works(sculpture).To October 16 Irene Xanthos: Sculpture, Gisele Amantea: Installation, Roberto Pel-
legrinuzzi:Installation.October 22November30 Medrie
Macphee/Susanna Heller, landscape painters;Robert McNealy: Sculpture.
SouthernAlberta Art Gallery,601 3 Avenue south, Lethbridge, AB TIJ OH4;327-8770. November 19 and 20 Fort Sas-
katchewan Handworks Society ChrisunæsCraft Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Saskatchewan Legion.
Information:Ann Lord 998-1361. November 18-20and 25-27Christmas Arts and Craft Fairs, Old Court House,
Red Deer.Information:346-1565. October 21 to November 21 Joane Cardinal Schubert,paintingsby this Red Deer bom artist will be on exhibit at the Old Court House Gallery, Red Deer.
Other provinces To September 4 Guild of All Arts September 8 to October 2 The CanadianBookbindersand Book Artists Guild October 6-30 Beyond the Object November 2-27 Andrea Pillar. Installation December 1-24 ProductionLimited The Craft Gallery, Ontario Crafts Council, 346 Dundas Street west, Toronto, ON M5T 105;
416977-3551. November23-27ManitobaChristmas Craft Show, Wmnipeg Convention
Centre. Information:Ron Mark,
Westem Works, #200 62 Hargrave street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1M; 204/942-8580. October 2 Second Annual Winnipeg
Doll Show and Sale, InternationalInn, Wellington and Berry, Winnipeg. Information:Irene Henderson,34 Abraham Bay, Winnipeg, MB R2P IGI; 204/6940667. September 2 to October 16 Trends and
Traditions:40 JewellersfromWestem
Canada, best in contemporary adomments and New Glass Work, Lou Lynn and Tom Lynn sculptural and ftmctional pieces. October 21 to November 27 6
X 6 X 6, nationalexhibitionof small scale fine craft and Small Wonders, environmentsfor bird by Vancouverarchitects.December2 to January I Festive Treasures - Mingel: The
People's Art of Japan. Cartwright Gallery, 1411Cartwright Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, B.C. November 17-20 Nova Scotia Designer
Crafts CouncilChristmasCraft Market, World Trade and Convention Centre, Halifax. Information: NSDCC, PO Box
3355 South, 5516 Spring Garden Road, Suite 302, Halifax, NS B3J 3J1; 902/423-3837. September 3-29 Dimensions 88, annual juried exhibition which opens at the Sas-
katchewanHandcraftFestival.Sas-
katchewan Craft Council Gallery, 1231 Idlwyld Drive N, Saskatoon; 306/6533616. March 22-26 One of a Kind, Canadian Craft Show spring craft show and sale, Automotive Building, Exhibition Place,
Toronto.Information:21 Grenville Street,Toronto, ON M4Y IAI; 416/960-3680.
Shows and events
Other countries September 1988 InternationalTurned
Objects Show, Port of History Museum,PhiladeIphia, Pennsylvania. In-
fonnation:AmericanAssociationof
Continuedon pge 10
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Courses, seminars & conferences
Calgary ACA Extension Courses The Alberta College of Art offers credit and noncredit evening art classes in a variety Of media including painting, drawing and three-dimensional design. Contact the Registrar'sOffice284-7634. The Muttart Gallery Series The Muttart Gallery offers a variety of workshops. Information: 1221 2 Street SW, Calgary, AB TIR OW5; 266-2764.
Courses and Studio RentalFor those interestedin workingspaceand/orin-
suuction in ceramics contact the City of Calgary, Leisure Learning at 244-6661
or 244-6562.
Pottery Courses Handbuilding techniques, throwing, glazing, and firing will be offered at Culpepper Studio in Calgary. Ask about their free product seminars too. Culpepper 264-8191.
North Mount Pleasant Art Centre
Visual art classes for all ages year round in addition to an open time pottery
studio availableto bothmonthlyand hourlymembers.Information:North Mount PleasantArt Centre,523 27 Avenue NW, Calgary, AB T2M 2H9;
289-5626. ContoursEmbroiderers' of Association
Canada, Inc. 1989seminar May 28 to June 2 hosted by the Calgary Guild of Needle and Fibre Arts at the University of Calgary. National and internationally
umers,
ow,
San Marcos, Texas 78667.
ox
known instructors. Registration starts January 15, 1989. Information send SASE Seminar 89, Box 176, Station G, Calgary, AB T3A2G2; 242-4983.
Edmonton Weaving and spinning classes The EdmontonWeaversGuild is offeringfall and winter classesbeginning September 26 at Old King EdwardSchool,8525 101 Street. To register call 464-7241 days or 434-2468 evenings.
EdmontonParks and Recreation
Wide variety of visual arts courses offered throughout the city, for complete details write to: Edmonton Parks and Recreation,PO Box 2359, Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7; 428-3559. Edmonton Public SchoolBoard A wide variety of visual arts and crafts courses. Edmonton Public Schools, ContinuingEducation426-3280. Metal Thread Embroidery Workshop September 17 and 18, sponsored by the Edmonton Needlecraft Guild and especially designedfor the beginner.Infor-
mation: Mujory 455-1133. Fall quilting courses Primarily
patchwork, seminole sampler, hand quilting, machine quilting, and binding. Judy Villet Schoolof Quilting.Information: 439-6031 (IOa.m to 4 p.m. weekdays).
Other centres Banff Centre - The Leighton Artist
Colony Two visual arts studios are available for use as working retreats by professional artists for a maximum period of three months per year. Applicants must show evidence of sus-
taineddedicationandsignificant achievement.Successfulcandidateswill
be chosen by a panel comprised of facul-
ty of the Schoolof Fine Arts. For further information write to the co-ordinator,
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Leighton Artist Colony, The Banff Centre, PO Box 1020, Banff, AB TOL OCOor call 762-6216. Applications may
be made at any time. Peace Country Spinners and Weavers Fall ConferenceOctober 1 and 2, Arts Grande Prairie. Sponand Crafts soredby the GrandePrairie Fibre Arts Guild and the City of GrandePrairie. Guest speakers Bryn Pinchin, rug weav-
ing
specialist, and Eileen Shannon, spinning and weaving teacher. Information: Margaret Tyson, Box 1007, Beaverlodge, AB TOH OCO. 1989 Form.and Function January 3-14, The BanffCentre Schoolof Fine Ans. Designedto bring studioceramic artists togetherfor discussionand feedbackon their past year. Visiting artists Penny Smith fromTasmaniaand Walter Ostromof Nova Scotia.Deadline: NovemberI (limit 10 people).Fee:
$275.Sendresumeand 15 to 20 slides to: Banff Centre School of Fine rAts, Box 1020, Banff, AB TOL OCO;762-
6184
Otherprovinces Sheridan College, Schoolof Crafts and Design Studiosfor furnituredesign, hot and
cold glass, cerarnics, fabrics (print and
surfacedesign),and facilitiesfor two
and three dimensional printmaking design, visual arts/crafts library, photography, general woog working and a gallery/seminarroom.Infomation on courses: Sheridan College of Applied Arts and Technology, School of Visual Arts/SchooIof Crafts and Design, OakVilleCampus, 1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville,ON ISH 2L1; 416/845-9730, 823-9730 or 632-7081.
1988-89New Brunswick Craft School
Workshop Series Weekend workshops in a variety of media (clay, design, textiles, drawing, fashion, jewelry, photog-
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta Craft
Copyright - moral and exhibition rights With the final passage of Phase I of the revisedCopyrightBill in the Senate, those craftspeople making one-of-a-kind objectscan be reasonablyassured that they are at last protected by copyrighL However, those people in production
crafts who make more than 50 pieces of the samedesignare, to all intentsand
purposes, still not protected. We hope to
remedythis when the IndustrialDesign ProtectionAct is revised.
One-of-a-kindcraftspeopleshouldbear in mind,however,thatthe UnitedStates is not a signatory to the same copyright
convention as Canada, and the rules are different. If you export to the USA you must make sure that all your work bears the copyright symbol plus the year in which it was made. You do not have to register it separately however, unless you wish to take legal action for infringement. Failure to follow the requirement means that anyone in the USA can copy your design once it appears there. Just as importantly, if not more so, the new Canadian legislation confers an ex-
ACC directors appoint two new board members
hibition right as well as a moral right. The moralright, which sort of existed before, preventsanyone from with or altering your work in any way that might be considered demeaning or defamatory,or whichwould cast doubt on your abilities as an artist. The exhibition right exists on any work made after June 8, 1988, and gives you rights over the presentation of your work at a public exhibition the purpose
of which is not to sell or hire your work. Publicexhibitionmeansan official show to which the public is actually invited.
Does this includea show in a non-gal-
lery space? Maybe yes, maybe no. These things have not yet been decided, but probably will be decided by the
courtsin the future. Due to the resignation of two board members,the Alberta Craft Council board of directors has appointed Ross Bradley and Mavis Legg to the board.
This right applies to works sold by you, unless you specifically sell the right, or
waive it undercertainor all circumstances. In other words, even if your workis bought by a famous public gallery it can-
The two new directors will replace TreasurerJohn Doehler and Director
not be exhibited without your permission.
PeterWilsonwho havebothmovedout of province. The new directors terms will expire at the 1989 annual general meeting. Mavis Legg is a chartered accountant
In practice,of course,this will be
a consultantwith AlbertaCultureand Multiculturalism,VisualArts Branch. He wæscuratorof the Alberta Culture
Beaver House Gallery until it was closed due to budget cuts. Ross has been on the ACC Gallery Committee for the past two years and has expressed an
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who articled with Coopers and Lybrand, and then left to go into industry. In June of 1987, she became Supervisor, Finan-
cial Analysisfor theAlbertaResearch Council.She will take over dutiesas
interest in continuingto assist in the area of exhibitions,etc.
In addition, with Peter Wilson leaving, the ACC has had to recruit another computer consultant. Randy Jenne, computer instructor at Grant MacEwan Community College, has been secured for this purpose.
negotiated by contract at the time of sale/purchase. Standard contracts are already being drawn up. It will be in your interest to use such a contract for any sales you make, since a work sold to a private person many ultimately be donated to a public gallery many years down the road, and then problemscould arise. If the gallery cannot locate you, your work might never be shown. Takenfrom the June/July 1988
CanadianCraftsCouncilBulletin.
ACC treasurer. Ross Bradley is a stained glass artist and
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta Craft
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A look at the impact of regulations on craftspeople Most people, from food manufacturers to craftspeople working in precious metals, are inclined to resent having to comply with regulations and when faced with that fact, tend LOraise their eyes skyward and ask: "Why me?"
What people fail to understandis that
regulations are almost never instigated from within government agencies. Instead, they are produced by government
One piece Of legislation which will af-
fectmostcraftspeopleis the Consumer
Packaging and Labelling Act. The
balanceof this articlewill dealwith its application.
The CP&L Act applies to an "pre-packaged" product which is ordinarily sold to a consumer without being re-packaged. A package is defined as "a receptacle, package, wrapper or confining
group. Commonly, this pressure results
bandof morethana half-inchin width." Specificexemptionsdo exist, but are too detailedto coverin thisarticle.
faimess or inequity existing, and regulaLionsare requested to bring a level Of
These regulations are relatively simple and generally require that the following
To craftslmple, regulations bring several advantages. Various regulations require an identity between a handcrafted product and a mass produced product or similar appearance; prevent deception as to country of origin as well as other deceptive claims; and can provide protection for original, creative design.
and French - net contents,in metric, if applicable (weight,volume,countor measure
in responseto pressurefromconsumers, from a particular industry or a trade
from the factthat thereis a perceivedunequity to the marketplace.
Craftspeoplewill fall, broadly,into one
of four groups: (1) The general non-food group of sculpture, carving, novelties, etc. (2) ne textile group of clothing,
housewaresand decorativeitems
(3) The toys group of stuffed items, wooden toys, etc. (4)The jewelry group with precious metals and both precious and non-precious
Various regulations will apply to the groups. People in toys will be subject to the HazardousProductsAct and its regulations. People in textiles may be subject to both the Textile Labelling Act
and theFlammabilityRegulationsof the
Hazardous ProducusACLThose in jewelry maybe subjectto the Precious Metals Marking ACLMany of them may
also want to avail themselvesof protec-
Lionunder Trademark and Copyright legislation.
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informationbe shownon a package:
- common name of product in English
with information and there is no charge. In addition, labelling adds legitimacy to your product and may help in marketing.
For morespecificinformationor for information on other legislation, contact: Consumerand CorporateAffairs Canada, 10225 100 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J OAI.For HazardousProducts Act information call Product Safety
Division495-2480.For informationon other legislationcal ConsumerProducts Division495-2485. Submitted by Gordon MacRae, district
manager, ConsumerProducts,ConSumer and Corporate Affairs Canada.
depending upon the product involved) - name and address of the responsible
party (this may be either the manufacturer,distributoror vendoras desired). The commonname of productand net contentsmust be on the "principaldisplay panel"or, in other words,that part
Of the package that would normally be displayed at point of sale. Dealers name
and address,and any additionalinformaLionmaybe anywhere on the package, except the bottom.
One notable exception to the foregoing
rules is that, wherethe packageis
transparent and the product can be recognized by the customer, the only marking required is the name and address of the responsible party.
American Craft 1988-89 Guide to Craft Galleries
and Shops USA
An extensivelisting of sourcesfor the
purchase of contemporary crafts. The 56-page directory provides the address,
telephonenurntv ownerand director
Crafuspeople shouldbe awarethatit is
names, the year founded, types of crafts
regulationsin orderto markettheir
work is regularly presented for each of the 614 geographically-arranged entries.
necessary to comply with labelling
crafL Govemment inspectors regularly check out giftshops and other retail craft markeLsas well as craft shows. Many people don't have proper labelling, mosdy because they are not aware of the regulations. Consumer and Corporate Affairs can readily help people
offeredand the namesof artisLswhose
Mail orders: $5 (US) and $1.50 (US) shopping and handling from ACC Publications, 40 West 53rd Street, New York, New York 10019.
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
Series 88 - exploring a bridge to the future The more than 680 budding artists and artisans who participated in the Series 88 summerprogramat Red Deer College were exploring a bridge to the fu-
under the pressure Ofsuch a short period
That's the view of Series 88 project manager Jeremy Mayne.
students, adding new courses as the demand rises, and upgrading existing courses.
Mayne, who resignedat the conclusion
Of the 1988 Series to retum to school, sees the series as opportunities for aspir-
ing artists and artisans to immersethemselvesin aspectsof variousfieldsof artistic expression.
"Thisis not a summerschoolwhere somethingis made to takehome,"he
claimed during an interview.
Rather,he said, the 13-year-oldSeries
of Lime."
ta Cultureand Multiculturalism and Red Deer College tries to meet the needsof
Mayne said the characterof the courses
photographartsand craftswith Elaine Comer,who trainedat Ohio State University,was photo editor for Merrell Publishing Co., and is currently a freelancer specializing in photographing artworks.
As well, high technology has made inroadson Lhecurriculumoffered,he said.
Absenteeism is a rarity during the Series program, Mayne said.
Computergraphicsofferedfor the first time this year was a direct result of studentdemand.
"Frequently," Mayne explained, " a per-
Japanesebrushworkon rice paper, DorotheaBildcr, associateprofessorat Northern Illinois University, teaching monotypeprintmakingthis summer, Ron Street, head moldmakerat the Metro-politanMuseumof Art in New York,broughthis skill to Series to teach
temperamentally suited to say printmaking or glassblowing or textile design." This discovery, Mayne said, prevents waste of time and energy and helps the
artist/artisanto find the skill best-
suited."Many students make long-time career decisions based on what they experience at Series... there are very few hobbyists here, most are career-
oriented."
But Series explorationis done in a compressed Limeframe.The 60 courses offeredin one- and two-weeksessions, during the summer demand superheated teachingmethods. And that creates a problem in setting up Series programs - finding instructors
who can functioneffectivelyin the short time allotted, Mayne said. "There are many good instructors," he said. "But not many who can work
Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta craft
making, and a special session on how to
vancedstudentsrequestingadvanced courses."
has changed - "We're getting more ad-
And, the Series programis gainingan internationalflavoras effortsare madeto snare the best available instructors.For example:Norboru
son discovershe or she is not
woodand stonecarving,and stained
glass; to such off-the-beaten track efforts as paper making, painting on silk which was taught by William Morton, who was trained in Japan, intaglio print
Series, which is co-sponsored by Alber-
program is geared to the person who is serious about a specific area of expression enabling them to actually experience the requirements and demands, and use the equipmentof their chosen
field.
raphy, silver smithing, jewelry making,
Kubo, a fifth generation potter, formerly of Kyoto, Japan and currently on the University OfAlberta staff who taught
sculpture moldmaking; Robert Shay,
chairmanof theceramicsdepartmentat Ohio State University taught ceramic sculpture; and Poul Jensen, product
developmentofficerand art directorfor PorsgrundPorselaensFabrik in Oslo, Norway, taught porcelain production
Othermembersof the teachingstaff
were gleaned from Canadian and local sources such as the Alberta College of Art, University of Calgary, and from ar-
tisanswhooperatetheirown businesses in Alberta. Among the courses offered this year were the expected introductions to watercolor painting, drawing, photog-
Even during the late July heat wave with the mercury hovering in the high 80s, the glassblowing class was at capacity, students and instructors facing the heat from the furnaceswith cool
determinationand dedication.
Submitted by Phylis Matousek who is a volunteer with the ACC.
NOTICE
Our Calendarof Eventsis compiled from informationcominginto the of-
fice. If you or your group have an exhibit, conference, seminar, craft fair, etc, which you would like publicized please send the informationto the ACC office.
Becausethe AlbertaCraftMagazineis
only published six times per year, it is
best to submitinformationtwo months ahead of the actual event date. Also if you or a craftsperson you know
have had any recent accom plishments, contact the office so we can
let the rest of the membershipknow through our people section.
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Alberta craftspeople making a name for themselves In the running Four well-known artists, including ACC member James Marshall, have been asked tp produce maqucttes and designs for a wall mural for the Museum of
Civilizationin Hull,Quebec.
Marshall of Medicine Hat, who is known for his brick murals (featured July/August 1987 Alberta craft), Jack Sures of Regina, Katherine Zsolt of Toronto and Maurice Savoie of Lon-
qeuil, Quebec were chosen from nearly 40 people who sent in portfolios. In Sep-
tember,their submissionswill be judged
and one person will be selected to complete the mural for the Group Arrivals Area which will be worth $90,000.
Funds for this competition have been donatedby Joan Chalmers,arLSactivist from Toronto, member of the Order of
Canada, and holder Ofnumerous other honor in fields of the arts. James has also been shortlisted for the Skydome competition in Toronto. He is one of five vying for the project. This national competition was for a manent art installation to incorporate the names of participants in the dome's development and constmction.
Director noted for excellence Earlier this year, Director Linda Stanier was presented the Princess Margaret Scholarship for excellence in the fine and performing arts. Although only in her 20s, the ceramic artist at Red Deer College was praised by the jury for exhibiüng technique and creative skill of a mature artist. Linda will be using the $500 award to attend a ceramics
workshop in Ohio. The scholarship was presented at the Red Deer and District Allied Arts Council Celebration of the
World class carver EdmontonianTed Trusztook homea
first and a second at the World Championship Wild Fowl Carving Competition in Ocean City, Maryland April
22-24. In two separatedivisionsof the speciescategory, he won a first with a
Scoter Drake and a second for his Ruddy Duck Hen. There were about 900
peopleparticipatingin this international competition with over 2,000 carvings entered.
Crowsnest Pass Community Quilt
In a community effort, a quilt depicting scenes of the Crowsnest Pass has been completed as a special project for the Frank Slide Interpretive Centre.
The quilt has 96 foot square pieces of which 78 were designed and appliqued or embroidered by members of the community. Each square relates in some way LOthe Crowsnest Pass either historically, environmentally, industrially, ethnically or architecturally. The idea was conceived at last year's Frank Slide Interpretive Centre Harvest Festival and was co-ordinated by Alberta Culture, Historical Resources, Historic Sites Service. And after a year of hard work the quilt was commemorated at t: - Harvest Festival 88 on September 18.
Three days prior to the commemoration, a Community Quilt Celebration was held for all those who contributed to the
—ana snc« o quilt. ACC Director Carol Campbell attended that reception giving a presentalion on the craft council and sluking about Lhevalue of handcraft-s.
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Sept/Oct 1988 Alberta Craft
CALL FOR ENTRY
Custom made box business booms
SecondAnnual
In selling your product, packaging can be crucial for craftspeople. A new Edmonton company - the only one of its kind in Alberta - is providing help by marketing custom-made wooden boxes.
Alberta Craft Council MemberExhibition & Sale
Under the Tree
November 7 to December 9 3rd Floor Beaver House, 10158 103 Street, Edmonton Sponsoredby the Alberta Craft Council and Alberta Culture and Multicul-
turalism
Eligibility: Open to ACC members. Non-members may join to become eligible.
Rob McCaskelIand Bruce Mullen, owners of the Rocky Mountain Box Company Ltd., started out four
months ago making creates for compact discs, video tapes and cassettes. But they soon found an additional market for custom boxes. And it was almost by accident.
1. A fee of S5 must accompany your entry.
Attending Edmonton's Fringe and Folk Festivals with the intent of selling crates (which they did), diey were approached by people asking if they would make custom boxes for other products.
ther identify each slide as to craft
Rob said they were really surprised and haven't had to knock on any doors, the business has come to them. In fact, a lot of business.
Conditions for entry:
2. Maximum of five (5) slides per person may be submitted.Slides must be clearly numbered and marked with your name. An accompanying list with your name and phone number must fur medium,retail price and dimensions (if applicable). 3. A maximum of two pieces per person will be accepted. 4. All work submitted must be priced between $25 and S200. 5. A 20 per cent commission will be charged by ACC on all sales.
6. Decisionsby the jury will be final, critiques will not be given nor will slides be retumed. 7. Shipping to and from gallery will be the responsibility Of the craftsperson.
Insuranceduringthe exhibit will be covered by the ACC.
Deadlines: October 14: slide entries October 19: notificationof accep-
tance/rejection October27 and 28: workswill be received December 12 and 13: Unsold works to be picked up or shipped
Send entries to: 509 10136100street,
Edmonton, AB T5J OPI
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Ihey find a lot of smaller businesses are using the boxes " because the boxes are inexpensive enough to justify the boxing, yet nice enough to enhance tre product," he said. There are box companies in Eastern Canadaand the United States, however, business owners have told them shipping makes the cost prohibitive. Rocky Mountain Box Company sells most of its crates for under S5 and most boxes are under SIO. Small boxes can be as cheap as SI each, while boxes in specialty woods can run between SIOO and S200 including special work. The most expensive boxes are often ordered to house special gifß. For example, the company had an order for an oak box to hold a clock which was being given as a retirement gift. Other customers to have had boxes made for their products have been a wine merchant and a candy store.
Bruce Mullen and Rob McCaskeII . The boxes and crates are branded with the company's name, although they can be branded with your company name. Bruce noted that has turned out to be a good selling point.
Most of the boxes are made from wood custom cut at a mill and then assembled by the company. However, Rocky Mountain Box Company employs a journeyman carpenter (a cabinet maker by trade) who crafts the special boxes.
Dear Artists
Would you be interested in doing a demonstration for patients in the Edmonton General Hosptial? It will give patients an opportunity to see your artistic skills and also you may generate some new imeresLs for the patients. If you are interested in sharing your time and skills, contact Kathy Tam, assistant
managerrehabilitationmedicine,recreaLiontherapy at 482-8161.
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Classifieds WANTED: Second hand Shimpo wheel. Phone Annette Greenberg 4870714 or write to: 7612 182 street, Edmonton, AB T5T IY9.
LIVING PICTURES is producing 15 short videos on craftsmen and artists
this fall/winter.Videos will provide an extremely personal, macro view of the creation of a piece of art in each category chosen. All crafts/art will be considered. Deadline September 31. Send resume and photos to producer: Rod Matheson, c/o Living Pictures,
1233791 street, Edmonton, AB TSH 4C6. Questions? 479-3160. ARTWEAR: Successful Canadian designer artwear gallery shop is expanding and relocating. If you create unique jewelry, hats and accessories, fibre and (abric art, evening and casual wear,etc for women, men or children please call or write for information: Valerie Naiad, c/o Uffizi, #108 561 Johnson Street, Vic-
toria, BC V8W 1M2•,604/386-1102or 380-9898. Slides and/or photos will be promptly returned.
Alberta Craft advertising rates Alberta Craft Magazine is the official
publication of the Alberta Craft Council and is published six times per year. Ad-
vertising is accepted from members and non-members.
The display advertising rate is 40 cents per agate line. Color charges are $100 per color. If advertisements need halftones an additional $10 per halftone will be charged. Below is a list of common advertisement sizes and costs: Full page $156
Half page $78 Two thirds page $104 One third page $52 One sixth page $28 One twelfth page $14 Classified advertisements are $9 for 30 words or less with a 20 cent charge per word thereafter.
For more information, contact the ACC office at 428-1654.
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