ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE
NOTICES
The Alberü Council MagaziheiS published bimonthly.
Submission Deadlinest:
e March/April February
May/June'
April 10
Editor
Elizabeth Beauchamp
Design & Production Lara Minja
Alberta Craft Magazine makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information herin. but assumes no liability in cases of error or changing conditionsz Any business relations or Other activities as a result of the information contained Alberta Craft Magazine, or arising therefrom, ace che responsibility of the parties involved, and opt of the Alberta Craft Council, We welcome signed letters to che editor; % " but reserve the right to edit for grammer, taste and length,
From President Change
is in the air again!
to be relevant,current and accessible. The Gala fundraiser on March 17 is the beginning. The funds from the Gala are dedicated to education. Please support this project if you can.
he Rural Craft Development Project is coming to a close and in this issue you will read the summary which will shortly be made public. Also, as some of you may know, Manulife has announced that it will be closingthe building which housesour gallery and craft shop. The board is in the processof developing strategies which will carry us forward in the direction which our membership has identified as important.
The board is very concerned that you be
We are committed to maintaining an exhibition schedule and are developingsome very interesting partnerships to facilitate that. Marketing is of prime concern to many of our members and both retail and wholesale opportunities are being explored. The Alberta Heritage Craft Project has the museum community very excited and, again, mutually beneficial partnerships are being explored.
See you at the Gala!
of articles appearingin the Alberta Craft Magazine.
It is clear, from the Rural Craft Project, that education is a high priority for our membership and equally clear that it has
issue.After every issue, the ACC Officein Edmonton will receivea CopyOfthe index for the benefit Ofits
The Alberta Craft Council sponsored@y:
JANUARY/FEBRUARY
COMMITTED TO THE
part of the process,so if you have any concerns or comments, please call either Susan at the office or the board member in your area. We have a new 1-800 number. If you're calling the office long distance, pleasecall 1-800-DOCRAFT (1-800-362-7238). The next few months will be challenging, but the business plan is in the works and we are looking forward to the growth of the craft industry in Alberta.
Cover Photo: Brian Yanish of Drumheller builds woodenbird housesin additionto some unusual garden folk, like the One shown here. He sells his work, mostly through garden shops.
Photo Credit: Tom McFall Notice: Arne Handley,ACC Director from Medicine Hat. has started a cumulative index
Handley will keep the data base and add to it with each edition, starting at the November/December
members.
for the Arts
Alberta
DEVELOPME COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENTOF CULTURE AND THE ARTS
ENT
DIALOGUE
ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE JANUARY/FEBRUARY
Dialogue asked three
Alberta
take us
to
organize&
Confißio-n Of a pre-Christröas. craft sale. TO Steer past
hortdaydittef co,the nitty g-itty.
Their cornmen€ cover some surprisingterritory. The participants all stressed
importance:of planning and
that quality,one-of-a-kindwork VERY. hard sell at the
ave-pagecraft sale.
aspiring craft sate partici-
pants,Read befergyou
süécess'dep-mds So your producvlf; your produceis more generic Zif wappeals to a Wide secti9n Of ghe population, your
cbånce$ofdoing a" craft 6ir aregood,Butif yourg--afc is 'funky':or if it appeals to less people, then
are poorer.
This year customers Were
.looking for inexpensive items, under $25. Small ticket items do well slightly unusual items
has CObe a
fairly conventional item. An item that stands out; yet is
•useful icem e
Try to find out the reputation Of the show before committing.
If your work is morg expen-
sive, try to find show with a repumtion of high
We thought it
as ask how they are doing. Craftspeople are more
Show,
than happy to help With that kind of information.
You need featly good photo-
their money in
juried on your
which
Will attract che people looking
for more expensive crafts.
summer.
Read and think about your
contract Check to see if
Heather Edwards, Bon Accord
you•re bound into any exclu•sivity.Craftspeople need to
Pottery'
For an orpnizerto ask for exclusivity shows no respect to the artist or craftsperson.
hitas
0 yours and see how
sales as possible.
Doing craft shows is a year-
long commitrnent You have to prepare early. You have
tious with craftspeopleand Customers,then the show will be successful.That counts as
to commit big déltars initial!Yi
early in Che year.
- You have to be preparedto
muchas your producc If d•tehir doesn't attract the;
be in retail. Dress property,
smile, $ve service even if the
kind Of clientele who will buy
customer is a real ierE"
your work, then it doesn't matter. You can have the best work and the cheapest and it doesn't matter. NO one
Wendy Stanwiék,Calvy
wilt buy ice
see a real change in Alberta.
Make sure the sale you get
into is a juried sale That's the
The
are not
Really
One-ofea-kind
going into the hirs- The peoe pie who make a little profit from a hobby are there.
most important thing. Some craft fairs have become really
high qualiy where you are even iurieé_qnyour booth
even cover her cost.
It is expenSiVeto do shows—
We Will
their money. They have
graphs. In-the end. you're
Show this year. Thac does*fr
a juried
neverdo thatapin. It's a hit and miss business. But the promoters always
nized. If they are conscien-
Vour
recognizable as
similar price range and quality
show. If its really well orga-
Raku Potteryand &ååed Gf0$S
does well,
as a srnallgallery. We were placed next to a hobby Crafv
GO to craft Shows and talk
to people who are selfingin a
they feel about the craft
'Ferhand&BelaBd; iEdmontOn
dp well, But it
l,
work doesn't make money at
the time Of work; hotel COStS, shipping COSB-
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A lot Of people who have been
doing thecircuitför 10 to 15 years are finding their cusComers no longer corne to
the shows.
It's like any other business.
Scope out your competition. Makesure your kind of CUE Cornerwill be there
Craf showsare becoming The customers
I want tieir money's worth.
It's a way to spend the afterw noon. TO 100k and talk and dream Of the day they can own their own piece tike
yours. Not today thou#b!
I did shows 15 or 20 years were differmt ago expected unusual.Now They vant the hrniiar. There used to be a range Of product. But
one-d-a-kindpieCÜ
sell
@the gene-al public anyrnore
For my work. there are other to get to the public, not through craft firs."
Next Dialogue
If you have a costly looking craft and get into a hir where everyone else is selling a
swatch the crowded booths
What Wasyour most successful promotion2
It is not Somefantasyworld
you Pleasephone454491 in
disappointed. A craft fair gets
into a fortune That rarely
presentation,
craft fairs. GO co a few and and See
hobby-typecraft, you'll be
they are crowded.
where your hobby will turn
reputation, In one or years everyone will show up with similar things.
happens.
A friend Whohas done shows
for IS years made $5000 at
Three Of us went together for graft show. We set
particular sale last year; and
barely $
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ac the same
We would bk to hear from
Edmontonand leave
die,24hour ans%er-üw
machine
Craft Councilat
the Alberta
address. Temt&about your best
promotionaleffortffyou have an for be
hear*
ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE JANUARY/FEBRUARY
FEATURE
SUM MAR Y
IVE Leather worker,
Terry Oczkowski
produces custom-made boots, saddles and harnesses. Working out of his workshop near Pincher Creek, he enjoys doing exact-replica and reproduction work. His sales come mostly through word-of-mouth recommendationsfrom satisfied customers.Here Terry exhibits a brand-new western boot with one that's traveled a happy trail or two in its time.
Rural Craft
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Defining and Developingthe Craft Industry in Alberta
PROJECT
PURPOSE & DESCRIPTION
he Rural Craft Development Project was initiated by the Alberta Craft Council to establish base-line information needed to define and develop the Alberta craft industry. There were three compo-
nents to the project: The Foundation Supply Study, the Economic Impact Study and the Strategic Industry Development Plan. Collectively, these three components of the Rural Craft Development Project set out to:
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. Identify and document the history, character and current supply of craft products made in rural Alberta; 2. Assessthe skills and needs of craft producers, particularly in rural Alberta; 3. Identify the local tourism marketing opportunities for Alberta-made crafts; 4.
Measure the size and economic impact on the Alberta economy of craft sales made by Alberta producers;
5.
Develop plans and strategies for the growth of the Alberta craft industry.
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FINDINGS he Foundation Supply Study found that the operators of tourist destination sites (such as museums), as well as other retailers, have identified a strong consumer demand for authentic Alberta-made craft products that reflect the cultural, historical or regional character of Alberta. It also identified hundreds of rural producers already producing craft with these characteristics, or with the technical skills and desires to produce it. The Economic Impact Study found that there are conservatively 8000 craft producers, the majority of whom work our of there homes, attempting to sell their products. Their average annual sales are $12,000, and they spend an average of $5,900 to produce their craft. These figures translate into the following economic impact on the Alberta economy:
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THE
PROJECT
$80 to $100 million in annual craft sales $42 to $53 million in annual household income $64 to $79 million of gross domestic product $182 to $227 million in total economic output 2,000 to 2,500 person years of employment In the Strategic Industry Development Plan, producers identified values and goals to guide and direct industry growth and development. The top three values were financial reward, consistency of product and product quality. The most important industry goals all centered around marketing. Overall strategies were then developed that responded to the identified needs of producers.
The Aural Craft Development Project consists of three components. They are: l. FoundationSupply Study: consulantv Tom McFau 2. Economic Impact Study:
EquusConsulting Group 30 Strategic industry DevelopmentPlan;
consumnt.Equus ConsultingGroup
For the purpose of this project, rural crafts •aredefinedas all being produced outside the urban centres of Edmontonand Catgry, However, the Economic Impact Study and
the Strategic Industry DevelopmentPlan addressthe entire Abet-a craft industry.
Joanne Hrehirchuk of
Bruderheim with an array of her decorated ecs. Bill and Joanne Hrehirchuk operate Billy-Jo's Ukrainian Touch, specializing in Ukrainian ecs, frames and redwood clocks.
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ACC'S STRATEGIC he results of the Rural Craft Development Project confirm that with proper development strategies and sufficient support, producers of authentic contemporary, traditional and fine art craft are well-positioned for success, and the craft industry is poised for significant growth. This will benefit individuals and communities right across the province.
Responding directly to the results of the
Allan Moberly of Hinton makes authentic, model
tepees which are used as teaching aids in the Northlands
School Division.He also
makes larger examples. His craft is greatly admired by international visitors to Canada and would be an excellent addition to a museum gift shop.
Rural Craft Development Project,the ACC recognized the need for leadership
and developed specific, focused strategies to develop the craft industry over the next five years, in cooperation with the govern-
ment and industry partners.
These strategies are designed to: A. Solidify existing markets and open up new ones by:
Photo credit: All photo-
developing image and recognition in the marketplace for Alberta-made
graphs by Tom McFall are of crafts and craftspeople
craft;
identified during his contribution to the Rural Craft Development Project.
developing new tourism markets, particularly for heritage craft; expanding the wholesale market for craft by providingproducer's representatives (agents) to act for small producers.
The Summary Report of the Rural Craft Development Project
will be availableby the
end of January. The report is free of charge to all members upon request. Please call the Alberta Craft Council Office at (403)428-1654
or 1-800-DOCRAFT to
request your free copy. The SummaryReport is available to non-mem-
B.
Ensure producers are able to meet the demands of expanding markets by providing training, counselling and financing to assist them with product development, production problems, and businessand marketing skills.
C,
Provide networkingservicesthat serve the information needs of both pro-
ducers and marketers of craft.
bers at a cost of $10,
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RESPONSE
The Alberta Heritage Craft Project, developedby the ACC, is a pilot project that incorporates,and brings into focus, the marketing, supply and networking strategies just described.
The project, which has received enthusiastic support from communities, producers and retailers all across the province, is designed to supply (and develop) growing tourist destination markets such as museum gift shops, with Alberta-made heritage craft products. Supporting activities include providing training for producers and representingthem in the wider marketplace(including export markets) to ensure that their home-based businesses succeed and grow.
Although the Alberta Heritage Craft Project is but one development opportunity for the craft industry, it will establish a framework that can be used to take advantage of other existing and emerging craft marketing opportunities locally, nationally and internationally. There is no doubt that producing authentic traditional, contemporary and fine craft is an art. But in Alberta, it is also an emerging industry. The most productive way of serving the needs of the province'sbest, most talented and creative craft producers is to ensure the long term growth and viability of the business
side of craft.
AT THE GALLERY
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GRAF FOTO
TRIBUTE
Graffoto Products Inc.
n invitational exhibition honoring Alberta craftspeople who have contributed as longstanding members of ACC runs at the McMullan Gallery January 9 to March 2. Gallery coordinator, Sheralee Hancherow, researchedin the ACC archives to come up with this list of early contributors who are still activein craft. They will be honored at the opening, January 15 from I to 4 P.M.
Clay Pierre Guy, Edmonton Shirley Rimer, Red Deer Geri France, Peace River Elke Blodgett, St. Albert Pamela Rodger, Brac Creek Sandi Skakun, Edmonton Les Manning, Canmore
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Margaret Berg, Sherwood Park
June Larson, Calgary
Elyse Eliot-Los, Calgary Bill Morton, Calgary Lorine Marshall, Medicine Hat Liv Pedersen, Calgary Joan Vanterpool, Edmonton Pirkko Karvonen, Sherwood Park
COMING SOON TO
THE CRAFT SHOP... Gobelin Weavings
by Liv Pedersen: January 6 to February
Fused and Cast Glass
by Leslie Rowe Isrealson and Melanie Rowe: February14 to March 25
Little Boxes
From March 31 to May 6, the craft shop will be displaying and selling a variety of boxes made by ACC members, If you make boxes out of metal, wood, Clay.fibre, glass or any other material,
we would like to consider your work for this feature in the craft shop.
Glass
Ross Bradley, Edmonton Martha Henry, Calgary Brenda Malkinson, Edmonton Leslie Israelson, Jasper
Wood
Full Color Photographic Reproductions of artwork on T-Shirts, Sweats, Tote bags, Mousepads or Mugs 20 Desmarais Crescent St. Alberta. Alberta Canada T8N 5X7 Fax (403) 458-3166 Toll Free 1-800253-9865 Telephone (403) 458-5400
John P. Shyback
Victor Clapp, Edmonton Henry Schlosser, Calgary
John Morel, Dewinton
Metal
Karen Cantine, Edmonton Sarabeth Carnat, Edmonton Teresa Jones, Sherwood Park Terry Junk, Edmonton
Pleasesend Slides or photographs to us by February 28, Please include such information as material, size, date completed, and price. Only works that are availablefor sale will be considered. Build your littlebox now!
Alberta Craft Council Presents...GaJIery
decorateda tree 6r 1994 Festival of Trees hospital fundraiser. The tree, with handcrafteddecorationsgenerouslydonatedby members, won second prize in its category.We would like to thank SandiSkakum, Patti Harmagel, SheraleeHancherow, Bonny Houston, Bill Pridemore,Joyce Beaton and Nikki Chabot for their wonderful 'omaments.'
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JOHNSTON SILVERCRAFT TRADING 570 King Street West Toronto. Ont. Canada M5V I M3 (415) 364-9888 FAX (416) 863-4821
Findingsfor Costume Jewellery:
. Neckchains • Spring rings • Novelties
• Pearls
• Chains
• Earwires • Imitation
• Gemstones • Brass
• Stampings • Lockets • Keyrings • Stick pins • Settings • Beads • Polybags • Jewellery
• Boxes
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AT THE GALLERY
COMING SOON TO THE GALLERY... Jeff deBoer
"I have alwayspreferred the charm and artistry of the analog watch to the cold precision of digital watches. My Analog Rockets (as I imagine they would have been designed by pre-computer age visionaries) are symbols of the immense power of an ideal, when unrestrained by the limits
January 6 Febtuary
JefdeBoer will be present at the Articulation reception on January 14 from p.m. to 3 p.m. *veryone is invited COmeet the artist and rubbing make a one of his works from uke homeasa sou-
of reality," says deBoer.
Materials Will be
supplied by the gallerye
Resting indoors* David Belke and Rae Hunter
Februaty14 March25
Love Follies, Pat Strakowski
[4 - March IS
Beception with artists
attendance for
The Artist as PoetWarrior arrior-artist, Jeff de Boer attacks on three fronts at once. Well on his way to storming the art world, he's alreadyconquered the public, the media and many sawy collectorswho'vesteadily pushed up the pricesof his exquisitemetal pieces.But he also appealsto an enviable young audience,who haveembracedhis sense of fun and irony.
Nature Resting IndoorS
For a major touring show organized by Calgary'sMuttart Gallery, de Boer has inventedmore than 70 one-of-a-kind
pieceshe callsthe,"MissingLinks in the continuum of his work to date." From the "Corporate Viking Raider Briefcase"based on authentic barbaric designs to "Skipper of Arc" dressed in shining armour, her bright blue eyes sparkling with holy vision, a wonderful workmanship and compositional grace underlines all of de Boer'soutput.
"And Love Follies.'
truesdoy, February14 from 5 to ? p.m.
1993Grand Prix des Metiers *d'artdu Quebec '"The Americas": March 3
May 6
Reception: Saturday/
Apribl from p.m. co 3 p.m.
MORE than another LOVE FOLLY efinitelynot your ordinary 'Love
Follies,' these papier mache sculptures by Calgary's Pat Strakowski offer an unusual array of shapes;colors and whimsical embellishments. Since graduating from the Alberta College of Art in 1979 with a major in textiles, Strakowski has forged a singular career. Her influences are as wide-ranging as Nova Scotia folk art, social anthropology and her own Ukrainian heritage.
Using what she calls a multi-media process, she constructs strong, light,
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almost unbreakable pieces which easily
take on varyingfinishesand all sorts
of funky embelishments.
A fun-loving take on romance ripples through this exhibit, especially created for its Valentine's Day opening. Photo:
Love Folly by Pat Srakowski
Photo
Credit: Larry Bolch
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Chair by David Belke, Basket by Rae Hunter Comfort comes in many guises: Strong, earthy willows strike a stable, timeless rhythm. Soft upholstery lends a patina of elegance. Scent of willow perfumes the air. And to delight the eye, a woven basket of Alberta grasses.
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and
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reinvented
hen nature saunters into the Hunter/ Belke household, it brings along a prairie aesthetic.
But beforetheir housevas transformed into a natural show home, Rae Hunter fashioned functional baskets,mostly from willowand bark. During the 1930's, her father had built rusticfurnitureout of willowhe had cut himself. According to Rae, this was not uncommon in rural Alberta. It was also a "sign of poverty."So as soon as people
could afford to, they tossed their hand-made,
furniture and replacedit with something nice from the Eaton's catalogue.
About sixteen years ago, however, Rae suggestedwillow furniture to her partner as a pastime he might enjoy. And as it turns out he did! Since then, David's gone from the distinction of being Alberta'sonly willow furniture maker to its best known one.
Both Rae and David regularly pass on their skills through classes and workshops. He also custom makesfurniture to suit the
clients who seekhim out at his workshop above the barn on the family land near Tofield. Rae, on the other hand, feels free
to followher own inclinations,and if her baskets please others—all the better. Grants from the Alberta Foundationfor the Arts and the Canada Council have
made this experimentation possible. Using
the funds to systematicallycollect, prepare and test new materials from every part of Alberta has "opened up a new world" for Rae. "Now everything I look at I see in terms of a basket." she laughs.
Brochure has all the news
that's fit to print about
e Hands Helping Hands Gala Dinner and Craft Auction. March 17.
Galadetails• Galotickets
• ACC membership application
• FriendsofACC
up-to-date details
Friends of ACC membership applie t; cation • Where do your contributions go? Project Education
Finally, after years of making her baskets
whereverthe mood struck—thecar, the living room, in bed—Rae is moving her roving workshop into a new, free standing studio, also on their property. Surprisinglyenough,this is the first time the Hunter/ Belketeam has had a joint
show.A clear case of form enhancing function to keep a traditional craft alive
and a home full of naturalcharm. u
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See page J 6 for the latest scoop on the Gala.
Check out enclosedcolor brochure for
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OF INTEREST
INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE at Red DeerCollege
E xperiencethe renewedart of blacksmithing at a 1902 Blacksmith Shop in the heart of
May 8 - June 16, 1995
Kevin Conlin Jack Sures Chuck Wissinger Canada Gudny Magnusdottir Borghilder Oscarsdottir Iceland Haico Nitzsche Norway
historic Lacombe. Participants will receive hands-
on instructionon coal and propane forges with authenticand historictools and equipment from this turn of the century shop. The instructor, Mr. Rod Staben who was trained in Sante Fe, New Mexico;has several years experience, and is currently the president of the Northern Alberta Chapter of the Western Canadian Blacksmiths' Guild.
Studio space is available for twenty ceramic artists to be part of the Artists in Residence program. On-campus accommodationis also available.
Courses
Dates March 3, 4 & 5
Intermediate
March 24, 25 & 26 April 29 & 30
@ Basic Blacksmithing ø Hardware& Lighting
For further information, please contact
Anne Brodie, Red Deer College, P.o. Box 5005, Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5 (403) 342-3130 or Fax (403) 340-8940
For further information, please contact
LaRon Tolley,Red Deer College, P.O. Box 5005, Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5 Phone (403) 342-3464
July 3 - August 4 series
Visual Arts Summer School for Adults
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Sixty-six 5-day courses. On campus accommodation. Evening slide show. BBQ Instructors Art Exhibition. Tours of studios. Student Art Show.
• Glassblowing • BronzeCasting • Glass sculpture Drawing • Stained Glass Painting • Pottery WatercolourPainting • Clay Sculpture Printmaking Glazing and Decoration Bookbinding • Western Sculpture • WillowFurniture To receive a calendar immediately and a brochure in March please call Anne Brodie, Red Deer College (403) 342-3130 or Fax (403) 340-8940
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• Photography • Hand Papermaking Jewellery Basketry
DecoyCarving FibreArt
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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The Alberta Craft Calendar is open to submissionsfrom any craft organization throughout theprovince. If you are interestedin advertising a
ValleyCraft Centre, Assistantship Program, 19 Kuhn Road, Layton, N.J.,
U.SA 07851; (201)9485200,
Stony Plain: Parkland Potters Guild & Gallery
special event, activity, gallery show or
Offers classesat beginner and intermediate levelsin wheel throwing, hand-building, sculpture,raku for children, teens and adults. Lori Topilka 962-4990,Cathy Ziehr 963-5103, BettySchultz 963-6217.Parkland Building (rear) 4912 51 Avenue, Stony Plain, AB
employment opportunity, please call
Pat at (403) 428-1654. Note: Information must be received byFebruary 10, 1995.
CONFERENCES Frontiers of Fibre Conference: Prince George, B.C. July 1316, 1995. Keynote speaker
Jack Lenor Larsen, wellknown textiledesigner and author from New York. Pre-conference workshops, exhibits,seminars, formal and informal shows.Contact Jean Curry, Publicity Committee, 2848 McKenney Crescent, Prince George, BC T2K 3X9; (604)962-8819,
EDUCATION Edmonton:Edmonton Weavers' Guild Complimentary membership for first-timestudents. Registrar:Edmonton Weaver's Guild, Box 59, Site 8, R.R.2, stony Plain,ABT7Z IX2
Edmonton: Studio Artel Offers art classesfor children 5-11 years, special needs
groups and home schoolers
year round. Fully qualified instructorswith first aid and safetytraining. Megan Strickfaden, Chantal Lagaire (403)988-3013
EMPLOYMENT Halifax: Nova Scotia College of Art and Design
Edmonton: Indigo Print and Paperworks
Has one eight month sessional appointment in ceramicsavailable (l September,1995to 30 April, 1995).Responsibilities: TO teach undergraduate courses in Ceramicsand Foundation of Drawing. Qualifications: An MFA or equivalent professional experience.Teaching experience at post-secondary leveldesirable. Salary: Dependent upon qualifications college salarygrid. Eligibility: In accordance with Canadian Immigration regulations,this notice is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents Of Canada. Application from female candidates particularly welcome. Closing date: 30 January, 1995 or until position filled. Send letters of application, curriculum vitae, portfolio (maximum of twenty slides)and the names of
Offers paper and papermaking classes.Papermaking- each Saturday and Sunday I Oa.m. - 3 p.m. $85. Call Evelyn David, Indigo Print and Paperworks, 12214 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5N 3K3; (403)452-2208,
Layton, N.J., U.S.A.: Peters Valley Craft
Centre
Offers summer studio assistantships in blacksmithing/ metals, ceramics,fibre, fine metals, photography and woodworking.Work/study exchange provides room, partial meals,studio space and experience.June through August. Credit may be arranged through student's art department. Application deadline April l. Contact Peters
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three referencesto: Scott MacDougall, Dean, Nova Scotia College OfArt
and Design, 5163 Duke Street,
NS BY
Edmonton:The Alberta
Craft Council
Is assisting Edmonton Public School's Continuing Education Services.Looking for individuals who may be interested in teaching crafts. One area cancelleddue to lack of instructor is Rug Hooking. (There arc elevenstudents willing to Starra classin January). Contact: Sharon Kristensen,ProgramManager, Continuing Education Services,10820101Street, Edmonton,ABTSH "8; (403)496-1983
to displayand selltheir crafts.
VirginiaEliuk-Pettman: MixedMedia Paintings Karen Cantine: Silver John Blair:SilverJewelry Gary Greer: Handmade Knives Wayne Mackenzie:GoldJewel"'
Booth rental and set-up expenses.
Contact Linda Silvermanat Hadassah-WizoOrganization of Edmonton, 7200 - 156 St., Edmonton,AB T5R 1>0;
Hours: Tues - Sat 10 a.m. 5 p.m. at 12419 - Stony Plain Road; (403)482-1402(Closed Dec 25 -Jan 2, 1995)
Edmonton: April I & 2 Spring Craft Show, Ideas 4 Crafts 4th annual craft show at Kinsmen Sports Centre. Applications available from Ideas 4 Crafts, Box 1 1322, Edmonton, AB T5J 31<5; (403)940-3586
Ottawa: April 6 - 9 Annual OriginalsSpringCraft Saleat OttawaCivicCentre LansdownePark. Deadline January13,1995.Juried Show is one week before Easter. Companion show to the Ottawa ChristmasCraftSale.Tom Gamble,ITCS, 47 Clarence Street, Suite 440, Ottawa, ON
O EXHIBITIONS Calgary: WOODworking Expo January 13- 15, 1995at Stampede Park. Rotlndup Centre, Calgary Alberta. Free seminars, tool draws, demonsrrations, Exhibitorsfrom acrossCanada and the United Stares. Contact DJC Enterprises;
Edmonton: Electrum Design Studio Continuing till January 31. Christmas Group Show Mary Baranowski-Loweden: Prints I.arry Bolch: Cyber-Pbotographs
LeslieRowc-lsrealson: Kiln C:ast Glass Jeff DcBoer: Melvyn Malkin: Clav Douglas Frey:Jewelry Frank Haddock: Waterco/ottrs
Karen Cantine Necklace1992
O FAIRS/SALES Ottawa: 5th Annual Ottawa Woodworking Show Features fine woodcraft. A
retail salesevent for businesses in tools. accessories, supplies, wood and wood products, and industrialand commercial woodworking machinery. Contact Cryderman produc(ions Inc., 1.36Thames Street, Chatham, ON N7L 2Y8; (3 19)351-8.344
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Hadassah Bazaarat Edmonton Convention Centre, I I a.m. 6 p.m. Lookingfor exhibitors 10
Layton, New Jersey: July 29-30 Peters ValleyCraft Fair is sponsored by the Peters Valley Craft Centre, a non-profit craft education centre operating in cooperationwith the National Park Service.Juried by 5 slides,$15 U.S. screening fee. Applicationdeadline March 10. For application, send SASE to Peters Valley Craft Fair, 19 Kuhn Road, Layton, NJ, U.S.A., 07851; (201)948-5200,
Edmonton: Cameo Craft Sales
Calgary: April 7 - 9
Producestwo annual juried shows.Christmas show is 3 day'Swith 140exhibitors and more than 30,000 visitors. Spring show is 4 days, 120 visitors. exhibitorsand 1 Contact Eleanoror Marni Bercov,Cameo Craft Sales, 7418 182Street, Edmonton, AB T5T 2G7; (403)481-6268
Between Friends Club Spring Craft and Gift Sale at Eau Claire Market. Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Boothcost Sl 50 on main floor and $90 on second level. Entry deadlineJanuary 15. Contact Holli Appelquist, ExecutiveDirector,#203, 120-17 Avenue S.W.. Calgary. AB T2S 2T2; (403)269-9133, Fax(403)269-3919
Crafts & More •95 Canadian Craft and Hobby Association show at Toronto International Centre. Concurrentwith Canadian Sewingand Craft AssociationShow
Edmonton: March 5
QualityCraft Show at AkinsdaleArena. More than 100 booths, juried. Contact Wendy (403)459-2521, Shirley(403)458-7979or write Quality Craft Show, 12 Wheatstone Crescent, st. Albert,ABT8N 3G5; Fax (403)988-0110
KIN Fax(613)2414827
Toronto: April 22 - 24
Fax(519)351-8345
st. Albert: May 6 & 7
Red Deer: Our
BestTo You Art
and Craft Sale
October27 - 29, Westerner Altaplex,4th annual, juried, 120 booths. Contact Marg
Brown, Box431,Okotoks,
ABTOL ITO(403)938-8102
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Regina, Saskatchewan: 10 - 12
November
Our Best To YouArt and Craft Sale, November 10 - 12, Ramada Hotel, 3rd annual, juried, 100 booths.Contact Marg Brown, Box431, Okotoks, AB TOL ITO
(403)938-8102
FESTIVALS Calgary:
Canada's
Cowboy
Festival
Celebratesthe Authentic Cowboythrough art, poetry, music and film at Calgary Convention Centre, February 3 - 5. Contact Canada's CowboyFestivalCommittee, c/o The CalgaryConvention Centre, 120 - 9th Ave. S.E., Calgary,AB T2G OP3or call Jill Bennett (403)261-8522or DarrellKomick(403)261-8512,
Columbus, Ohio: The 34th Annual Columbus
Arts
Festivalis an outdoor, juried art show and artist's market, June I -4. Deadline for application is to postmark by January 15. Contact Greater Columbus Arts Council,
55 East State St., Columbus, Ohio, U.S.A., 43215
GRANTS
AND AWARDS Alberta Foundation for the Arts
a) Art Study — Visual Arts:
Deadlineis April l. Assists individualsto undertake pro-
grams of study to improve
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their qualificationsand skills in the visualarts. For Alberta residents planning to attend a program of study acceptable to the Foundation. Undergraduate or diploma-relatedvisualarts studies (excluding Banff Centre and programs funded by the Foundation) are eligible activities.Up to 25% of projectedcoststo a maximumof $2,000. Juried.
b) Visual Arts Project: Deadlinesare March 15 and September 15. Assiststhe professional/creativedevelopment Ofindividuals by enabling them to conduct projects or
researchrelated to the visual arts in Alberta. Resident Alberta artists planning to undertake projects in the visual arts are eligible.Activities and forms Ofexpression that
may result in a product that is visualin nature, including research,travel, studio work are eligible.Up to 50% of pro-
jectedcostto a maximumOf $3,000. Juried.
c) Commercial Galleries: Deadlines are June I and
assisDecemberl. Provides
cancewith media and advertising costs for the presentation Of exhibitions of work by resident Alberta artists.Alberta commercial galleriesare eligible. Productionand printing costs for invitations, pamphlets, posters and catalogues. Productionand actualcostsof placing ads for specific exhibi-
magationSin ne,vspapers, zines, radio and television.Up to 50% of eligiblecosts, to a
yearly maximum of $2,500 per gallery,and a maximumof $1,250 per galleryin each 6
month reporting period. (Formula grant).
d) Public Art Commissions: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basisthroughout the year: Assistsin commisSioning large or site -specific works Of art for public areas by residentAlberta artists.Any Alberta registered not-forprofit organizationor institution is eligible.Normally, a maximumof 50% of any art commission-related fees which are to be paid to the artists. Applications are assessed by the board.
e) PublicArt Purchase:
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basisthroughout the year. Assistsin purchasing works of art for public areas by resident Alberta artists. Any Alberta registered not-forprofit organizationor institution is eligible.Up to 50% of the purchase cost Of the works. Applications are assessed by the Board.
OVisual Arts Organization Project: Deadlineis March l. Assistsin the development and cooperation of projectsor programs that are of significanceto the visual arts of Alberta. Registered not-for-profit organizationswhich have been active for at least one full calendar year are eligible.Any program direct expenditures and activitiesthat may be related to the development or operation of projects or programs in the visualarts. Up to Ofprojected expenditures of the project/program, to a maximum of $ 10,000. Juried.
Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada Awards overseas scholarships
to Canadian citizens for undergraduate or post-graduate studies including crafts. Submit 20 slidesof 20 original works. Awards Division,
AUCC, 151 Slater Street,
Ottawa,ON KIP 5Nl; (613)563-1236
Canada Council Offers ongoing awards to artists through the Art Bank Purchase Program, Jean A.
Chalmers Fund for the Crafts; Criticism and Curating, Explorations,Japan-Canada Fund, Projectand Travel Grants, VisualArt Grants, VisitingForeignArtists,JBC WatkinsAward.The Canada Council accepts collect tele-
phone calls.The Canada Council, P.O. Box 1047, 99 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON KIP 5V8; 1-800-263-5588
Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation. Applications accepted yearround. Grants Of$10,000 are awarded directly to the beneficiaries who must be under 31 and working in representational
stylesof painting, printmaking, drawing or sculpture. Candidatesmust alreadyhave started or completed training in an establishedart schoolor demonstrate, through past work and future plans, a commitment to making art a lifetimecareer. Submitslidesin 5 cm x 5 cm mounts Ofeach OfSixmost recent works and an official applicationform.The Elizabeth Green-shieldsFoundation, 1814 SherbrookeStreet West,
Montreal, PQ H3H IE4
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
other. Mary Anne Pascoe,
Friends of Fibre Art
Edmonton Weavers'Guild, c/0 35 Gale Avenue,
Offers grants to organizations for exhibitions, scholarships, critical writing and other projects dealing With contemporary fibre art. Send SASE for guidelines to Friends of Fibre
Sherwood Park, AB T8A 2K7
Single Entrepreneur Network Is a social and professional
Art International, P.O. Box 468, Western Springs, IL 60558 U.S.A.
network of and for unattached entrepreneurs, business owners, partners and self-employed people. Networking, business opportunities, art/design, host-visitor programs. Contact
Red Deer: Red Deer & District Allied Arts Council Offers three AlliedArts Council Centennial Scholarships: literary, visual and performing, and for the Princess Margaret Scholarship, funded by the city OfRed Deer, For an application contact Red Deer & District
AlliedArts Council, c/o The Old Court House Community Arts Centre, 4836 Ross Street, Red Deer, AB T4N IX4; (403)346-1565
The SevenArts Club of Edmonton
Provides scholarships for art
Students. Contact the Seven Arts Club c/0 11323 94 Street, Edmonton, AB
TSG IH2; (403)471-3966 or 461-1766
Sweden: Two months residencyscholarships worth $2,500 for study at BruceboStudio, Gotland Island. Contact Secretary, Canadianßcandinavian Foundation, c/o Dr. Jab Lundgren, Department of Geography, McGill University, 805 Sherbrooke Street W, Montreal,PQ H3A 2K6
Single EntrepreneurNetwork, Donald Bednar Chair, 1991
O GROUPS Western Canadian Blacksmith Association. For information on upcoming meetingsin Edmonton area, contact Rod Staben at 782-5084 and in Calgary area, contact Rob
Sadowskiat 255-3493
Saskatchewan
Craft Council
Offers Out-of-Province
Membership for those wishing to be included in SCC markets, festivals and fairs. Cost is
$50/year. Deadline is February 18. Jurying takes place March
4 & 5. Submit 10 items including slides and work, a
minimum ofwhich 5 must be pieces. For further information contact Saskatchewan Craft Council, 813 Broadway Ave., Saskatoon, SK S7N I B5;
(306)653-3616, Fax (306)244-2711.
Edmonton Weavers' Guild Seeks new members. Fee is
$25/year, May I - April 30. Meets regularly. Send name,
address, cheque or money order with indication of inter-
est in weaving,spinning or
Box 30, 17044 90 Avenue,
Edmonton, AB T5T IL6; (403)444-9472
1995.Third annual Canadian juried quilt exhibition. Three awards of Excellence of $2,000 each. Accepted submissionsdue May 3, 1995. Exhibition runs September 12 - October 29, 1995. Contact Rodman Hall Arts Centre, 109 St. Paul Crescent, St. Catherines, ON L2S 1M3
Toronto: 34th Annual Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition From July 7 - 9 at City Hall. Juried, $15,000 in cash awards. Fee; $140 till January
e OPPORTUNITY
31, $180 till May 1 (deadline). $75 for full-time art students. Contact Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibit, 35 McCaul Street, Suite 201, Toronto, ON M5T IV7; (416)408-2754
Edmonton:Alberta Craft Council
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EXHIBITION DEADLINES
Presents...GaIlery
Reviews proposals for exhibi-
tions in the Gallery twice a year. Deadline for the next review is February 15. Contact Sheralee Hancherow, Gallery Coordinator.
Lacombe Central Alberta Quilters' Guild Presentstheir Annual Quilt Show, March 24 - 26, 1995 at the Lacombe Golf and Country Club and Cronquist House, Bower Ponds, Red Deer from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
For further informationwrite C.A.Q.G., 17 Welliverstreet, Red Deer, AB T4N 5W5
St. Catharines: Canadian Contemporary Quilts 1995
At the Rodman Hall Arts Centre. Deadline April 3,
EXHIBITION ONGOING
Estevan: Estevan National
Exhibition Centre Seeks exhibition proposals
from individuals and groups. Submit proposal,resume, dates, artist's statement, max 20 slidesand slide list, SASE to Estevan National
ExhibitionCentre, 118 Fourth Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0T4; (306)634-7644
Toronto: Women's Art Resource Centre Seeks submissions for the Quilt project, a collection of diversequilts by Canadians to be displayed in a permanent location, Submissions should document the lives, beliefsand
travelsof the artists or their families.The Quilt Project,
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WARC, Women's Art ResourceCentre, 394 Euclid Avenue, Suite 309,
Toronto,ON M6G 2S9; (416)324-8910
Toronto: Museum for Textiles Invites artists and curators to submit proposals for future shows. Send resume, artist's
statement and/or proposal,
self-addressed stamped enve-
lope to Contemporary Gallery
ExhibitionCommittee; The Museum for Textiles, 55 Centre Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2H5; (416) 599-5515
Kitchener: Homer Watson House and Gallery Accepts proposalsin all media. Send 10-12 dated slideswith resume, artist's statement and self-addressed stamped envelope to Homer Watson House
and Gallery, 1754Old Mill Road, Kitchener, Ontario, N2P IH7; (519) 748-4377
United States: Bozeman, Montana. The Cafe International in the EmersonCultural Centre has a display area for Canadian
artists. Display is free with certain restrictions. Andy Hassanali (Chef/Owner), c/o Cafe International, 808 1/2 N. Block, Bozeman, MT 59715
e RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES Bragg Creek: One of a Kind Gallery Seeks pottery and handicrafts. Bev (403)949-2492
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Calgary: Angels Above Is a specialtygift shop in Kensington area interested in angel or cherub-related items from $2 to $275. Consign or buy at wholesale.Write 223 10 st. N.W., Box 8, Calgary,
Calgary, AB T2T OA2; (403)245-8511
color photos or slides, resume
Calgary: Art is Vital
180,st. Albert, AB T8N IN3
Seeks 3-D Work—ceramic, glass, paper, fabric, metal.
Must be unique, well-executed and retailing between $20 and $300. Contact Jill Peterson at Art is Vital, Calgary, (403)262-1358.
AB T2N ry'5 or call Margaret (403)270-0880
Calgary: Eclectibles — Folk and Fine Art Inc.
Canmore: One World Craft Gallery
Seeks submissions of beautiful
and unique work. Accessories, fine furniture and jewelryin
Is a new galleryseeking proposals from craftspeople for consignment, sales and exhibitions. Bo Hutchison, Box 3356, 710, 9th Street,
wood, glass, metals and clay.
Contact EclectiblesFolk and Fine Art Inc., Strathcona Square, 140, 155 Strathcona Blvd., Calgary, AB T3H 2Z9; (403)686-1152
Canmore, AB TOL OMO;
(403)678-4836
Edmonton:Alberta Craft Council
Calgary:
Conceptions Art
Presents...GalIery
and Framing Gallery
Reviews proposals for Feature Artist displaysin the Craft Shop twice a year. Deadline for the next review is February 15. Craft Shop also seeks inventory from member artists year round. Contact Chris Carson, Retail Manager.
Seeks submissions in all media from professionalartists. Kelly Pound, Conceptions Gallery, 2203 4 Street SW, Calgary, AB T2S I,XI; (403)228-2623
Calgary: Cut Offs 'n' Jeans. Consignment shop specializ-
Edmonton: Electrum Design Studio
ing in recycleddenim designs. Also seeks artisans and sewers to make garments, accessories and crafts from recycled denim. Cut Offs •n' Jeans, 1717 17 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2T OE6; (403) 245-1818
Accepts proposalsin all media for 1995 shows. Submit proposals, slides, CVs to: Wayne Mackenzie, Electrum Design Studio, 12419 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, T5N 3N3; (403) 482-1402, Fax (403) 482-1347
Calgary: Provenance Gallery Seeks well-crafted functional objects—candlestick holders, coasters, business card holders,
Edmonton:
GEEKO International marketing company
napkin rings. etc.—retailing under $100 for exhibition Or sale. Send slidesor photos. Kathy Johnson, Provenance Gallery, 932, 17 street SW,
Seeks Alberta artisans with
quality craft products. Will not acceptconsignments.All products are bought outright from artisans. Pleasesubmit
O
or proposal to: Geeko, Box
Edmonton:
Creative Treasures Offers a wide variety Of Alberta crafted, quality products which can be sold through home shows. If you would like to consign or host a homeshow call Donna Ross at (403)452-4900 or Wanda
Bone at (403)455-8497
Edmonton:
Zbignie Zarnoch Would like to Start a Native Craft store. Those interested can contact him at (403)4636236 or write to him at 1048 Lakewood Rd., Edmonton, AB T6K 3T7
Edmonton: Custom Frame Shop in N.E. Edrnonton IS now accepting applications from craftspeople to sell small gift items. The emphasis will
be on pottery. Contact
Maryann •Ferry at (403)944—
9149, Fax 477-3051 or send
photos of work and letter to 12231 Fort Road, Edmonton,
AB T5B 4H2
Edmonton: Off the Wall, Inc. A mixed-bag for "Urban Folk" newlyarrivedin Strathcona seeks humorous, whimsical work. Contact: Off the Wall, Inc., 308 - 10545
Saskatchewan Drive,
Edmonton,AB T6E 6C6; (403) 433-9825
Edmonton:
Serendipity Gallery and Frame Shop Invitessubmissionsof fine craft in all media. Geoff
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Hughes, Director, Serendipity Gallery and Frame Shop,
9860 90 Avenue,Edmonton, ABT6E 2T1; (403)433-0388
Edmonton: Rowena Decor (Decorative) Seeks unique, quality work in a varietyOfmedia for a new retail gallery. We specializein getting commissionwork for our artists. Wendy Brydon, 1076282 Avenue,Edmonton, ABT6E 2A8;(403)439-5445
Edson: Cabin Fever Craft & Gift Gallery A co-op galleryon main
tourist route seeks consignments.Cabin Fever,Box 7174, 4928 4 Avenue, Edson, ABT7E IV4; (403)723-2888
Hinton: Crafts West Co-op Seeks new members. Run by board Ofdirectorsand operates large store in Parks West Mall. Has 25 members.Two types Ofmembership — Consignment
+ member:annual feeOf$ 20% Ofsales.Full member: annual fee $100 + $50/month, no commissions. Monthly meetings. Vera 7207, Wendy (403)865-7855
leather items to expand prod-
Store #506, 2331 66 Street. Call Gailor DavidKeovvan; (403)440-1307
uct lines. Call Ed (403)4888640 in Edmonton or Paul
(204)932-3633in Winnipeg
Redwater:
Craft and Gift Shop Seeks new consignees. Send
e RESOURCES
work. Craft Shop, Box 481,
Edmonton:SubText
photo and descriptionof
Redwater,AB TOA2W0
At 10137 104Street offers Equipment/SpaceRentals. Weaving, papermaking, silkscreeningand more. sue (403)486-0829
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NATIONAL
Polyurethane Rubber Molds:
Toronto: The Craft Gallery of the Ontario Crafts Council
Artist/designer is importing
polyurethanerubber (I-I) for molds. Willing to supply information and supply or produce your mold. Fred at Designart ResourcesInc., (403)444-9472,
Submit proposals,slidesand
resumewith SASE to Dale Barrett, Curator, The Craft Gallery,OntarioCraftsCouncil, Chalmers Building, 35 McCaul st, Toronto, ON M5T IV7; (416 977-3551)
Stony Plain
Multicultural
Heritage Centre
Vancouver:
The Bronze Gallery
Box908, 5411 51 street, TOE 2G0, (403)963-2777is open
Seekswall hangings to complement sculpture shows. Send slidesto Sutomi, The Bronze Gallery,227 GranvilleStreet, Vancouver, BC (604)737-8867
to the public daily. Extensive libraryand archivesavailable to craftspeoplefor research
Canadian Craft Museum
Resource Library
LLoydminster: Barr Colony Heritage
Waterloo: Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, Waterloo, Ontario.
Housesinformationabout artistswhich is availableto
Seeks consignmentsfor gift
Submitslideswith name,title, mediumand dimensionsfor
ums memberswho wish to includeart in homes and workplaces.GillianSchick, CommunicationsDirector, CanadianCraft Museum,639 Hornby Street, Vancouver,BC
Cultural Centre
shop—pottery, weaving, etc.
Gift Shop, Barr Colony,
Heritage Cultural Centre,
5100 49th Avenue,
)V Lloydminsrer, AB/SK SC
0T8; (306)825-5655
Mill Woods: A new craft store opening in Mill WoodsTown Centre Mall seeks craftspeople.
Monthly fee. No commission.
architects, designers and muse-
the shop and the gallery's
archivesto Suzanne Greening, Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25 CarolineStreet N., Waterloo,Ontario,N2L2Y5
West Coast
CRAFTLINK
Winnipeg: A Winnipeg-based custom
A quarterly newsletter for craftspeople Lists upcoming fairs, interviews craftspeople, articleson starting a business, etc. Subscriptions$30/yr. or
belt maker with retail and
exhibitionkiosksin various locations urgently requires
bucklesand other metal and 14
$35 for 2 yrs. Karen Booy, West Coast CRAFTLINK, Box 1168,Dept. AC, Fort Langley, BC VOX IJ0; (604)888-0460
Jewelry and Metalsmithing in Canada. Anyone wishing to contribute
to a CD-ROM coincidingwith the 50th anniversaryof the MetalArts Guildof Ontario shouldcontactthe author (below)to fillout a questionnaire. Material required: archives, names of jewelers, metalsmiths, gallery owners, muse-
um Curatorsto interview,informationon important history, influences, materials, processes,
issuesand ideas.Anne Barros,
39 Tranby Avenue,Toronto, ON M5R IN4; (416)924-7068,
1995Directory In order to facilitatecontributors to the 1995 Directory, the Alberta Craft Council will be making a change of dates for the next publication. The next nvelve month publication of the Directorywill run from May l, 1995 to April 30, 1996.The deadline for entries is March l, 1995.For the first four month period of 1995, the Alberta Craft Council will be publishing a Supplemental Directoryfor January, 1995to
April l, 1995.
Also available... Craft Supplier's Guide Lists suppliers of metal jewellry,
wood, clay, fibre, glass and other craft supplies. Free to
ACC members(one per member).$5 for non-members
For more information call the
ACC
(403) 428-165"
OF INTEREST
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1995DIRECTORY OF ALBERTA CRAFT SHOWS The directorylists craft showsacrossAlbertaby date, and includesthe name and address of the organizers, dead-
COST Directory OfAlberta
• $8 fornon-members
The ACC wishes to
SupplementalDirectory of Alberta Craft Shows:
announcethe release of
its 1995 Supplementary Directory of Craft Shows and Fairs in Alberta taking place betweenJanuary and April, 1995.
Please note! The 1995 Annual Directory will be
availableAprill, 1995.
AQRcq
craft
Address
CraftShows:
• $4 for AlbertaCraft Councilmembers
lines, cost of participa-
tion, and much more!
Name
City... Province„..m
Telephone
Freefor members
My cheque or money order for $
• $3 fornon-members
Please include a SASE (9"x 12")
enclosed.
Please bill my:
Mailcompleted
VISA
forms Color contact
Cl Mastercard
for more information: AlbertaCraft Council
Expiry date„
509, 10136-100Street Edmonton,AB T5] OPI
Tel: (403) 428-1654 Fax:(403)425-2314
Blooming Prairie
CALL
10328University (75) Ave.
Edmonton, AB TSE 4P4
(403)431-14Sl
FAX (403) 433-6440
ENTRY
• Specializingin fresh and dried Alberta grown flowers, grains, herbs and other unique, specialy plant materials.
9 th ANNUAL
NOVEMBER
.....Postal
19, 1995
Calgary Convention Centre Calgary, Alberta 180 High Quality Artisans
FOR ENTRY Hunting Hills High School,
Red Deer is accepting submis-
sions fromAlberta artists for
two site-specificworks of art. Competition #1 is for a large
clay mural to be attached to an
internalwallfacingthe
entrance of the school. Competition #2 is for a large three dimensionalfibre work to be attached to
Craft chsss everyweek
a ceiling.
Craft supplies.
An information package
• Mon-Fri. sat
Discounts to craftspeople.
For Application Form Write or Call: ART MARKET PRODUCTIONS Attn: Marlene Loney P.o. Box 385, Banff, Alberta TOL OCO Message Telephone (403) 762-2345
CALL
Craft Shows 4 times per year.
availablefor interested artists whowill be expectedto provide resume,slides of previouswork and drawings of the proposed mural.
For information, contact:
Mr. Richard Hornby
HuntingHillsHighSchool 150 Locku,oodAvenue
Rd Deer.AB T4N2M4
Phone(403) 342-7799 15
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AUCTION UPDATE
BOBBY HOFFMAN
SCHOLARSHIP
Gala Dinner and Auction
Hands Helping Hands
Just a sampling of what you can expect on the night of the Gala! Two of the crafts donated by ACC members.
merging
Crys Harse, Silk Cocoon (silk paper,copper), 1993 Sumi Handley, Individual ceramic portrait to suit
craftspeople and/or students who
successful bidder
are members of the Alberta Craft Council are invited to apply.
ou and your guests are cordially invited to a gala dinner and auction of fine craft in celebration of the Alberta Craft Council's Project Education.
Please submit: a minimumOf 5 to a
maximum of 12 slides resume and
Enjoy the live and silent auction of over 150 decorative and/or functional crafts donated by our outstanding member.
artist's statement
written description
of the project
letter Of reference assessing the project
The Gala will take place at the Hotel Macdonald, Edmonton, Alberta on March 17th, 1995. Cocktails will be served at
letter Of reference assessing the applicant's
artistic background. potential and ability to
6:30 p.m., with dinner to follow at 7:15 p.m.
successfully complete
Four fabulouscourseswill be handcrafted by the renowned Hotel Macdonald chefs.
the proposed project
Deadline March l, 1995
Tickets $55 each (Round tables of eight)
Amount: $500
The recipient will be noti-
fied by May l. 1995.The
award must be used within one year. with a writ-
ten report submittedto the ACC by May 1996.
For inbmtadon, contace Arne Handley. 574 6 sc NE, Medicine Hat, AB
TIA 5P3
(403)527-5316
An initiative of 'The Friends' The newly formed Friends Of the Alberta
Craft Council has organized this year's Hands Helping Hands Gala Dinner and Auction.
Anne Anfindsen, chair Of che fundraising committee, says that the purpose Of the auction is three-fold: I. "To increase the craft community's aware
ness of the ACC, the benefits Of member Ship. and the ACC's role in the Craft indus-
try in the province
Please send all
2' -TO increase public awareness Of the ACC and the crafts available
509, 10136- 100St
3. TO raise funds to help the ACC become
applications to: Edmonton, AB T5J OPI Telephone: 428-1654 Fax: 425-2314
more self-sufficientin the future."
The funds raised by the auction Will go towards
"Project Education."
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All guests are eligible to win a hand crafted object d'art valued at $1000 All funds to support the Alberta Craft Council's Project Education.
Yoursupport will ensure that Alberta craftspeopleare educated to compete in the local marketplace, across the country and internationally. Your generosity will also support an educational program
designed to raise the awareness of Albertans
about the thriving craft industry right here at home.To order tickets, please fill out the form in the enclosed brochure.
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ADVERTISINGRATES
Ideas 4 Crafts - 5th Annual Edmonton's Friendliest
Alberta Craft Magazine is published 6 times
per year. Deadlines listed on the inside front cover. The display advertising rate is 40 cents per agate line, when camera-ready
Spring Craft Show
art is supplied by the advertiser.
Additional Colour: $100/colour Halftones: $ I Oleach
April 1, 1995 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Common sizes & costs: Full page
Two-thirds page Half-page One-third page
One-sixth page One-twelfth page
$156
April 2, 1995 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
$104
at
$52
Kinsmen SportCentre
$28 $14
9100 Walterdale Hill Edmonton, Alberta
Classified advertisements:
$9 for 30 words or less, 20 cents per additionalword.
uring the Edmonton Symphony Masters Concert on Saturday, February 25 and Sunday, February 26, the Alberta Craft
omeo'
Council Presents Gallery... will displaycrafts
from both the Gallery and Craft Shop. ACC Directors will greet the concert guests and invite them to buy tickets to the Hands Helping Hands Gala on March 17. V
The
Creme de la Créme of Craft Shows
eameo's eraft Sales
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra
produces 2 annual juried shows.
BEETHOVEN- Violin Concerto in D Major
CHRISTMAS: 5 day show with 125 exhibitors and 30,000 customers SPRING: 4 day show with 100 exhibitors and 15,000 customers
LOUIE—The Ringing Earth
SHOSTAKOVICH - Symphony No.5in D minor Sat., February 25, 8:00 pm & Sun., February 26, 2:00 pm in the Jubilee Auditorium.
For further information please contact
Mami or EleanorBercov
Mdflificenl Mas ler Series
Call 428-1414 for tickets!
(403) 481 - 6268 or write: 7418 - 182 Street Edmonton, Alberta
Leda Jaselawicz, VioEn David Hoyt,Conductor
T5T 207
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ONGOING SERIES
PR POINTERS THE ARTISAN'S NIGHTMARE
Happily arriving at the studio, you're looking forward to another profitable day. Then disaster strikes! Your master-
pieces pour out through the bursting door. They drive you down the hall and chase you onto the sidewalk. There is no end to the confused jumble of fabulous works pursuing you out into the busy Street.
You are confident your work is good. But it isn't selling. Don't change
it—marketit!
With this issue we continue our series of practical, tested. PR strategies drawn largely from the files of Calgarfs
Charles Lewton-Brain. Last issue we discussed some valuable. written communication techniques. Now that you have the basics — a biography, artist's statement and resume — in hand. what next? For starters, aim your promotional material in two directions at once — gallery/retail outlets and the media.
GALLERY PRESENTATIONS
When visiting any gallery or retail craft shop which impresses you as a place you'd like to exhibit. introduce yourself as a craftsperson and ask for the owner/manager's card. Then when you are ready to show, send them a personal letter of inquiry. If you haven't been to
the gallery, discover the name of the person you should contact. One simple way is to phone and ask. Along with a letter, send a one-page resume. Consider having a professional prepare it if you don't have a computer. Also include a short biography, artist's statement and a collection of the most complimentary words published about you or your work. Take care in photocopying the articles to get neat, clean, easy-to-read copies. Remember, dealers don't have time
for long packages. Make your presentation short and snappy. Sometimes, you can catch their attention by dropping a name in the first paragraph. So and so (a teacher or a friend already represented by the gallery) thinks you will like my work. for example. Always include a few photographs of recent pieces. If hooked, the dealer will contact you for more information, slides or even a studio visit. Galleries are especially fascinated by your exhibition record and articles which establish you as a serious craftsperson. Because the dealers invest time and money in promotion, they are as con-
cerned with your long-term potential as your latest work Including a color postcard in any kit is especially clever, because it shows both your talent and commitment. It is also something a dealer might tack up. keeping you, literally, in sight and in mind. Always follow-up with a short, polite telephone call. You could hear that your work doesn't fit into the gallery's •concept.' Don't despair, ask for the name of a space which might better suit you. The dealers all know each other and are usuallywilling to help out in this way. If the gallery bites, they will probably ask for slides. Send those in a strong. re-usable package, preferably with peel and stick return address labels and return postage enclosed.
MEDIAKIT
Anotherway to useyour promo-
tional material is in a media kit. If you are joining a gallery or retail outlet, ask them about their promotional strategies and discuss ways to supplementwhat they are planning.Often, unless you are a featured artist, much of the PR is up to you. Create a different media kit for each project. Include very short versions of your resume, bio and artist's statement. Read through everything to ensure that the languageis clear and similar to that used in the medium you are targeting. For example, daily papers and television 18
are for a general audience, so artistic concepts must be explained simply. If you are sending a kit to a craft magazine,
you can use more art-specific jargon. The main principle in dealing with PR material is to do as much work for the recipient as possible. Give them the tools to sell you in their own self-interest and they will do so. Be available on an instant to supply both information and visuals. With up-to-date files, it is possible to respond quickly to a call for more information.
MEDIA RELEASE
A media release is an announcement of something newsworthy in your career. To get the attention it deserves it must have a hook—you've won a prize, you're having an opening, or have just been accepted into a prestigious gallery or exhibition. This event should be stated clearly in the first few lines of the release. Stress the significance of your accomplishment Chances are the
reporter who receives your information doesn't have a clue about the Saidye Bronfman Award. You have to tell them. The media is inundated with material, so follow with a phone call to make sure your kit gets dug out of the pile and put on top. Often the personal connection really helps get that review or interview you're after. Maybe not this time— but next time, A visual is invaluable.If your target publishes in black and white, include a black and white photograph. Usually it's best to pick the most graphic example, not necessarily the piece you think is best. If the media has color, send them a few color photos. However, if color is importantto your work, alwaysinclude a color example. Generally speaking, you will have best luck if you attack in ever widening circles. First local, then provincial.
E.B. & C.LB. national andinternational. Next issue—Visualsthat mean business.
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roug s owcase. we lurns. do our Lesl 10 Leop you in scene. louc will friends in Lel your now ow you re craft uor news. doing. Send owCase you just won into commission. Keen a exlil)il. smas 1ng success will or dllenclecl s
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an con erence. 'our e ow cra[lspcop e arc inlereslccl. algary Ceramist Greg Payce won a commission to make a 1994 Commemorative Arts Awards. These prizes are commissionedannually by the recipients of the Toronto Arts Awards. Payce's commission came from the winners of the Lifetime Achievement Award, the collective General Idea. Ohn Chalke exhibited 18 pieces at Harbinger Gallery Inc. in Waterloo, Ontario last spring. His show received a rave review in the Fall '94 issue of "Ontario Craft."
Murray Gibson, Tapestry
Geri France. Large, fused-glass pieces by the Peace River artist will be presented to Prime Minister Jean Chretien and the provincial premiers during the games.
hree Alberta craftspeople exhibitedat the Weavers Guild of Minnesota conference in Minneapolis in July, 1994.
Murray Gibsonof Calgary, who is cur-
rend" living in London, England and Jane Kidd, also from Calgary were included in "Tapestry Visions,"juried by Quebec artist, Marcel Marois. The Minneapolis/St. Paul "Star Tribune" carried a full color page article of the exhibit and described tapestry as "an up-to-theminute medium for depicting the preoccupations, anxieties,styles and absurdities of contemporary life."
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