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MESSAGES
The Alberta Craft Council Magazine is
¯ published bimonthly.
SubmissionDeadlines:
From *President
July/August
June 10
• September/October August 10
fwoftute
Editor Elizabeth Beauchamp
Design & Production Lara Minia
Alberta Craft Magazine makes every effort to
ensure the accuracy of the information contained herin, but assumes no liability in Cases of error or changing conditions. Any business relations
or other activities undertaken as a result of the information contained in Alberta Craft Magazine, or arising therefrom, are the responsibility of the parties involved. and not of the Alberta Craft Council. We welcome signed letters to the editor, but reserve the right co edic for grammar, taste and length
The Alberta Croft Council
is sponsored by:
New ACC location: Three window bays at far left
eadline news for the Craft Council at the moment is, of course, our relocation to a storefront location at the corner of 124th Street and JasperAvenue.The combining of all our services into one location provides us with much more flexibility and an opportunity to exhibit and market Albertan Craft in a great location. We will have a session at the AGM for members to share their ideas for the gallery and store with the Board so that policies for the new location can be developed with your input. At the recent Ceramics Conference (NCECA) in Minneapolis, which was attended by over two thousand ceramic artists and teachers, one of the highlights was the exhibition produced by the four western
Canadian Craft Councils.Entitled North by
Northwest, it receiveda front page review and was regarded as one of the best shows at the conference. The Alberta section will be exhibitedat the Calgary Ceramics Seminar in May and I encourage you to visit it if you can. The exhibition was staffed and supported by the Canadian Consulate. In conversation with them, I was pleased to hear that they were aware of the Rural Craft Report whichwe recentlypublished and that they are very supportive of the initiatives which we are currently developing (see the Executive Director's report). The AGM will be your opportunity to meet with the Board and visit our new location. I look forward to seeing you there.
Anne Brodie, ACC President
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COMMUNITYDEVELOPMENT
COMMITTED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF CULTURE AND THE ARTS
AT THE GALLERY
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COMING SOON TO THE GALLERY... grown dramatically to enthusiastically reflect the diversityof contemporary cultural practice."
Clay in Canada:
North by Northwest
"The broad range of ceramic practice within the province today forcesre-examination of what constitutes our community and if indeed people desire community. When groups of individuals grow in number and diversifr, communication and cooperation are often casualties. Sculpture and experimental work are not more important than pottery or vice versa. Perpetuating such hierarchies within the field is irrelevant and a waste of enery. Diversity and controversy serve to strengthen
An exhibition of thefinest of
clay being produced in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
North by
Northwest
Alberta Component Showingat the Nickle
Art Museumat the University of Calgary from May 5 to June I I. It will travel to Edmonton for a June 24 opening reception at the new
Alberta Craft Council location.
Art of the Telephone
he significance of ceramics, as an integral part Ofhuman cultural tradition and its value in terms of contemporary cultural expression, is broadly recognized from both inside, and more importantly, form outside the discipline. This is what we havebeen waiting for." "There is a vital tradition of ceramics in Alberta... Over the years the community has
Clay in Canada:
and inform the discourse.Regional interest can strengthen or destroy cooperation. In order to perpetuate a vital community and the level of excellence in work produced, a good deal of tolerance, information exchange and resource sharing are necessary. This should not be the burden of a few individuals. It is the responsibility of all members of the community to cultivate ceramics as a vital, relevant and evolving practice in Alberta." All above quotes were taken from the exhibition catalogue section written by Calgary ceramist Greg Payce.
Featuring pieces created by members of the Alberta Craft Council will be showing at the Edmonton Art Gallery during the Works visual arts festival this summer. Catch the next issue of Alberta Craft Magazinefor coverage of craft at the Works runningJune 23 to July 5 in downtown Edmonton.
Top left:
Functional Landscape Series: Flower Stemmed Candle Holder, 1994
KathrynFinnerty
Right;
El Sendaro, 1994
Linda Stanier
Bottom Left: 1994
JamesEtzkorn
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MESSAGES
From the
Executive
Director GENERAL MEETING The Alberta Craft Council Annual General Meeting will be held
SATURDAY, JUNE 10, 1995at the new ACC oftce and gallery loca-
tion at 10106-124st, Edmonton,
Watch your mail for more information concerning: • the time of the meeting • individualswho have been nominated to run for one of the available openings on the Board
of Directors • a list of the board
members staying on
• informationabout voting by PROXY
BULK MAIL We are now using bulk mail to distribute the magazine.This decision was made in an effort to cut costs and broaden our mail-out. The return postage is guaranteed in case any
Of our mail goes astray. Please let us know if there is any problem with this delivery service and inform us Of any change of address,
e are all very excited about the move! Consolidating our services in one location will provide us with
the opportunity to meet and chat with each other more often. When you come into the shop, Nancy St. Hilaire and Alina Strandberg will be there to greet you. They are looking forward to speaking with you to develop the best strategy to market your work in our shop. Don't forget to come down to the lower level to meet Liz Olsen at the front desk, Pat Callaghan, our office manager, and me. The coffee is always on, and we look forward to talking with you about craft, new business and marketing opportunities, and the services the ACC can provide you. We hope our library, which is full of interesting articles, magazines and books about craft and craft business, will become a regular destination for you. The Summary Report of the Rural Craft Development Project has met with great success. New dollars have been raised to support the initiation of ACC's five year development strategy that was outlined in the report. The first project we will embark on, will be the design and developmentof a new trademark for Alberta Craft. This trademark will become an invaluable marketing tool. It will improve the image and recognition of quality, Alberta-made craft products in the marketplace.It will help retailers and consumers identify products made by Alberta craft producers who have achieved a recognized standard of quality. This trademark will take some time to develop. In order for it to have meaning in
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Susan Abells, ACC ExecutiveDirector
the marketplace,we will be meeting with
craft producers and retailers in north, south and central Alberta to develop a consensus for its use. We will also be asking for your input to develop a process to define and determine quality. If you would like to participate in this process, please call me. Craft business training programs are the next item on the agenda. Funding is nearly in place to developspecially designed lectures, workshops, seminars and courses to meet the specific needs of craft producers in businessmanagement, studio management, product development and marketing skills. How to deliver these programs in communities acrossAlberta is a key component of this project.
Other projects on line and awaiting confirmation from our funding partners, are a Craft Information Network and the development of the Alberta Heritage Craft Catalogue. Stay tuned for more informaLionabout these projects in the next issue of Alberta Craft Magazine The ACC has just gone through a difficult transition period. I am happy to say that we are now on our way to revitalizing existing services at our new location and developing new servicesto meet your needs. I hope you will join us at our AGM on June 10 at our new location in Edmonton. Your input into the development of both our existing and new services is critical to the success of our organization. We are on our way, but we are not there yet. Let's work together to make sure we get wherewe want to go. Susan Abells
FUNDRAISING
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T e following is a breakdown of revenue and expenses. If you would like a more detailed account, please phone Pat at the office at 1-800-DO CRAFT.
Revenue Outstanding! Impressive! Terrific! Cool!
Ticket Sales
$6,270.00
Auction Sales
$13,413.00
Raffe
hese are just a few of the comments made by some of the guests upon viewing a wondrous collection of some of the finest handcrafts made in Alberta at the 1995 Gala Dinner and Auction held March 17th at the Hotel Macdonald. The quality of craftsmanshipwas outstanding — designs were superb. Those of you who made this tremendous effort towards the success of this event are to be highly commended, not only on your demonstrated abilities, but also for your support and sponsorship of the Alberta Craft Council and its objectives.
TOTAL REVENUE TOTAL EXPENSES
Donor's List
The Alberta Craft Council would like to acknowledge the following people for their generosity in donating work to this event: Adornments
Margaret Berg (Rainbow Yarns) Elke Blodgett M. Blanca Botero
, a sincere Thank You to each and every one of you who so generously contributed to Gala 1995.
Carol Bradley
Louise Brown F. Jane Cameron
Anne E. Anfindsen, Chair Fundraising
Karen Cantine
Evelyne Chenard
Ken Christensen Bibi Clements JeanConnor The Decoy Pond
Friends of the Alberta Craft Council would like to take this opportunity to thank the many businesses,organizations and individuals who contributed to and supported this event. It is their commitment to excellence that has made our Second Annual Gala Dinner and Fine Craft Auction a success.Thank you to:
Mark Gibeau Michelle Gluza
Indigo Print and
Carol Marshall
Michel Green Debbie Greenough Arne Handley Hugh Haqpi
Nancy St. Hilaire
Jill Fischer
SubText
Megan Strickfaden
Peuy Heer
Hole's Greenhouses & Gardens
Tannis Kozens
Jeff Holmwood Hans Hortenhuber David Hunt (Iron Art) Liz Hunt (Courtesy Of Red Deer College) Rae Hunter
Suzanne Hagen
Anne Anfindsen. Chair Jennifer d'Obrenan
Judith Green
Sandra Gunderson Alina Strandberg
The Boardof Directors
Pat Callaghan
(ThorhildCraft Club) Jay Farr Dee Fontans
Liz Olsen
J. A. Long Consulting
BarbCockrall
(MARO Stained Glass)
James Dennis Brenda Dowhan
Elizabeth Beauchamp
Joyce Beaton
1995 Gala Committee:
Bernard DeMan
We would also like to thank:
The Edmonton Symphony The Hotel Macdonald Copytech Copy Centre
$20,058.00 $8,369.67
NET PROFIT
Many of the 125 attending guests got a surprising insight into just what is handcrafted in Alberta and were, needless to say, impressed! Although the financial results were less than hoped for, a little over $20,000 was raised, the outcome was very positive and future endeavors should prove more fruitful.
ASAP Printing Holes Garden and Greenhouse
$375.00
Susan Abells
Marie Mellenger, and
of the Alberta Craft Council
Mona Jesse
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Jim Jesse
$1 1,688.33
Liz-Anne Jonassen
(Lizard Tale Tiles) Terry Jusak Sanna Kaiser
Pirkko Karvonen
Bradley Keys
Jo-AnneKohl
Charles Lewton—Brain
Franco Lo Pinto
Jane MacKay
Brenda Malkinson
Carol Marshall Rita McGie
Ikue Morimoto Terry O'Connor
(Temptations By Terry) Marilyn Pacheco
Valerie J. Palmer
Gilbert & Marie Parent Jacqueline Paul
Darren Petersen
Joanne Porta (Unique Gallery) Susan Remenda Penrose
Wayn McKenzie,
Designer Goldsmith I rd Bill & Kathy Richards
Shirley Rimer
Pamela Rodger
Leslie Rowe-Israelson Bill Sauve
NelsonShaw Nancy R. Sissons Linda Stanier
Patricia Stenseth
Robert Stephen Ann Stiles
Judith E. Tudor
Joan Vanterpool
Wayne Welsby (Cedar Grove) Les Westlake MarthaWolf
Terry Wright Simon W root
ALBERTACRAFT MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE
NEW SERIES
Making a sale or getting a grant is wonderful. But there
isfar more meaning to getting the attention of the AFA than that. The encouragement and legitimacy it gives your career
is invaluable. Karen Cantine,
Pitcher with Ball Feet, 1992, sterling silver, ebony, 14.5 x 18.5x 12 cm
Rae Hunter,
Bulrush Bulge, 1994,
bulrush, 21.6 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm
ALBERTAFOUNDATION
FOR THE ARTS ne of the most prestigious
visualartscollectorsin the
province is the Alberta Foundationfor the Arts.The AFA is also a major grant awarder. Making a sale or getting a grant is wonderful. However, there is far more meaning to getting the atten-
tion of the AFAthan that. The
encouragement and legitimacyit gives your careeris invaluable.
But how do you crackinto the network which will get your work noticed in the right placesby the people who make the decisions? With the next issuewe start a new serieswhich — hopefully— will make this task easier.Wewill talk to the AFA for an understandingof how
the system works. We'll show you how
the 'acquisition through slide submis-
sion' process is handled, for example.
The structure OfAFA regional art aquisition committees has been
revisedrecently.Professionalsfrom the visualarts community now are serving on these purchasingcommittees, along with members of the AFA board. As soon as the new guidelines are in place,we'll let you know how they can affect your career.
found its way into the collection aboutwhat that meansin real terms to their artistic practice.
The ins and outs of the AFAgrant systemwill also by presented in a clear enough way to help you jump
through the hoops. We'll even include detailssuch as how to get your hands
We Willalso interview past, purchase committee members for ideas about everything from getting a generalfeel for what they want to learning preciselyhow they choose which studios or exhibitions
theyvisit.
Then we'll chat with some of the craftspeople whose work has
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Nancy Ruth Sissons, SummerBlooms,1992, Wool tapestry, 75.5 x 107.5 cm
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NEWSERIES
on an applicationform and how to fill it out so that it attractsthe attentionit deserves.
The following
Craft Council members
But for now, we'll simply enjoy the success
had work purchased by the Alberu Foundadon the Arts in the last
of the thirty-fourACC memberswho made it into the AFA collection these past years. Congratulations all! E.B.
yærs:
All works Shown are from the collection of the Alberta Foundation for the Arts.
Sally Barbier
Tony Bloom
Elizabeth Menzies,
Karen Cantine Chris Carson
Moundscope: Barbie Series, 1992,
mixed media, 15.5x 24 x 8 cm
John Chalke Debra Cherniawsky Mark Gibeau Janet Grabner Rae Hunter Marjorie Jordan Sanna Kaiser June Larson Melissa Malkas
Brenda Malkinson Brian McArthur Elizabeth MenzieS
Darren Petersen,
Chris Carson, Wildlifein Yellowstone,1994,
mixed mediaon cardboard, 63 x 87 x 5.6 cm
Lapis Trumpet Bowl,1994, handblown glass,
30.5 x 28 x 28 cm
BarbaraTipton TheresaTowers-Ri&rd
Janet Grabner,
Sam Uhlick Judy Villett
Citrina, 1993,
stoneware, porcelain, 30.2x 25.2 x
Heather Neu Greg Payce Val Palmer I-i# Pedersen Darren Petersen Dawn Rigby Shirley Rimer Richard & Carol Selfridge Nancy Ruth Sissons Lori Sobkowich Linda Stanier Pat Strakowski
Chuck Wissinger
cm
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FEATURE
Pushing the Limits Remember the old adage about being 'the right person at the right time'? ell you might as well forget it, because Helen Berscheid has surpassed that singular goal. In keepingwith today'smore complex society, her successcould be attributed to the trick of being (at least) the right three people at the right time.
As a quilter/businessperson/musician, the accomplishedCalgarian has recently directed her multiple skills into a seriesof sculptural pieces that
"My intention with this new area is to take the wonderful, rich
worldofquiltingofftheflat surface and introduce it to the
rhythmandflow ofsculpted surfaces..,l want to establish a field whereform takesprecedence
sing with originality.—That push the
over pattern... This attention
limits of quilting.
to volume and mass can only
By coordinating dazzling color combinations, loopy shapes, virtuoso sewing techniquesand contemporarythemes, Berscheid creates free-standing or wallmounted sculptural quilts. And like all of the best of craft, they add up to more than the sum of their parts.
enhancethefield ofquilting. It certainly has me excited!"
explaininghow she became a violinist with the SaskatoonSymphony Orchestra at thirteen. For the eight years she made symphonic music, she was also sewing up a storm. Embroidery, rug hooking and quilting were all learned at home. "I've always felt myself artistic in
nature.When I'm not fully involved
with at least two artistic endeavors at the same time, I feel like something
isn'tquite right," she laughs.
In Berscheid'scase, this sewing ability came in especiallyhandy as she worked as a tailor while earning a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Economicsfrom the University of Saskatchewan.
"I'm from a musical family from rural Saskatchewan. Everyone sang or played a musical instrument," she says by
way of
Persistence,
1994, Quilted Vessel,
'The large bowl is life and the smaller one is all of the good things that
spill over—a catch basin
of the important life experiences that you keep. The smaller bowl is filled with gems, beads and bobbles. It's "Persistence" because lifejust keeps going on and
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on."
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While her varied career has usually involved an arts administration position, her businessbackground has provedindispensiblein the marketing and promoting of her craft.
"There has never been another
medium, exceptperhapspainting, which held my interest and excite-
But of all the artistic media in which she has worked over the years, it is textiles which are her enduring favorite. Since making her first blouse at fifteen, Berscheid has been a serious seamstress.
mentfor such a prolongedperiod
"Textiles really interest me. They are so tactile. The texture, the feel is most important. And when you combine fabrics, the surface changes. Adding beads, combining wildly printed fabrics, curving the surface — all add another depth to the total piece which I find really exciting."
differentfeeling to the touch of
Describingthe 'free machine quilting'
stitches as "personal as handwriting," she says that for her, the "act of quilting is totally random, except for areas of special concern such as around some geometric piecing or borders which require even spacing.
But even so, she has a personal repertoire of imagery.
"Free machine quilting is very liberat-
ing and fast. Several patterns are used even in the random work. Some of my favorites are waves, flowers, droplets and lately, little dancing feet."
The bold move from flat quilting, to three dimensionalquilting has called for all of her experiences gained over the years as a tailor. From conceiving and envisioningthe finishedshape, through all of the steps to the final form which has an almost organic integrity, tailoring techniques come into constant play. This knowledge includes many valuable shortcuts which speed up the normally She also reads slow quilting widely to keep up with all the latest information about quilting and fabrics.
of time. Fabric excitesme in the way it folds and drapes, the texture of the weave, the vastly
naturalfibers and the wonderful pebbled surface you get when you
quilt through several layers!"
However, her idea to branch out from flat quilting to sculptural or high relief quilting didn't materialize from research,but through a simple resolution that if potters and wood turners could make vessels, so could she.
"I just decided that I'd make a bowl. About eight years ago, I did up three nice pieces. But because I had to relocate from Saskatchewanfor my job, I put them on hold for awhile. Two years ago, I got serious about them again. Now I'm going to get bigger, bolder, more arrogant!" A 1993 Sheila Hugh Mackay
Foundationgrant and a 1994Alberta Foundation for the Arts grant have been extremely meaningful, not just economically, but because of the encouragementand legitimacy they give the project. While Berscheid is now working towards a degree in art education at the University of Calgary, she also sticks to a tight quilting schedule in order to accomplish so much. E.B.
Top: Eye of the Beholder 1994, Quilted Vessel,
x
"Musicplays a port in my work—the rhythm and flow.I try to establisha nice flow."
Bottom: Untitled
1994, Quilted Vessel.
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"Eye of the Beholder" and ' Untitled" were produced with the generous assistance of the
Sheila Hugh MacKay Foundation,
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attended the Alberta Capacity crowds Wood crafts Expo and from WoodworkingFine Edmonton. Attending Calgary, Sale last year in Deer, Red Saskatoon, Regina,Edmonton, High River Kelowna, Vancouver, prairie. and Grand
expo Craps Woo/
"THE TOOL BOX" Paul Barabashdoll houses and doll house furniturewas very well received by the Public.
SWEETWATER - Garnet Stoughton, Saskatchewan Hall of Intarsia Creations proved to be a popular item
for the discerning
D'Arcy Greaves "LA
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CLASSIQUE" invaluable information, seminars and demonstrations on instruments captivatedhandcrafted wooden large audiences at the Woodworking event.
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Shopper.
Northern Alberta Woodcarvers Association
Carvings OCT. 20-22 EDMONTON Wood provided a fascinating and creative display of Artistic
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e CONFERENCES
The Alberta Craft Calendar is open to submissionsfrom any craft organization throughout the province.
Calgary: Ceramics International 1995,
If you are interested in advertising a special event, activity, gallery show or employmentopportunity,please call
Register now for this important conference. Phone-ln: (403) 777-7200 (Mon-Fri,
May
9am - 4pm, Mail-in: Registration Centre, Dr. Carl Safran Centre, Room 102, 930 - 13 Avenue S.W.,
Pat at 1-800-DO CRAFT.
Calgary, Alberta T2R OL4. Walk-In: Registration Centre.
As a complimentary service,for-profit organizations and retail businessesare
Regular - $165.00 Student/Senior -$75.00.
listed in our calendar of events twice. After the second listing, we invite them to place an advertisement. Please see page 15 for our advertising rates.
Edmonton: Embroiders' Association of Canada Seminar' 95 be held at the Chateau Louis Conference Centre, 11727 KingswayAve., May
Il - 15. For info contact
Note: Information must be received byJune 10, 1995.
e COMMISSIONS
and age groups.Judging July
Create a work in glass for the
Competition.
museum'spermanent collection. No formalapplication procedure. Send resume and slide Ofglass art to Susanne Frantz, Corning Museum of Glass, 1 Museum Way, Corninb NY 14830-2253; (607) 937-5371
e COMPETITIONS
Barbara Lacroix, 17207 - 93 St.,
Edmonton, AB T5Z 2N4, (403) 457-3661 or fax (403) 475-2554
Prince George, B.C.: Frontiers of Fibre
(403) 632-2777 for an application. Various catagories
Rakow Commission for the Corning Museum of Glass
5, 6 & 7.
Conference: July 13-16, 1995.
Keynote speaker Jack Lenor Larsen, well-known textile
White Hat Teddy
designer and author from
National, juried competition for Canadian artists focusing on original teddy bear designs. Entry deadline is October 1. For submissionrequirements
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, Fax( 604) 964-6404
and application form, contact The Bear Fair, P.O. Box
64024, 5512 - 4 Street N.W., Calgary, AB. (The 1994 Grand Prize winner was Cheryl Schmidt of Edmonton.)
Vegerville InternationalEu
DecoradngCompetiöon Entries must be receivedby May 15. Call Ralph at
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Ashervile, North Carolina, U.S.A.: 25th Glass Art
Society Anniversary Conference 1995 "Fire on the Mountain" is scheduled for May 11 - 14.
For informationand a registration form call (206) 382-1305 during business hours or fax (206) 382-2630
1407 - 14 Avenue N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4R3,
Strickfaden,Chantal Lagaire (403)988-3013
Or fax 289-6682.
Edmonton: Indigo Print and Paperworks
Calgary: The Alberta Potters Association
Rochester, New York, U.S.A.: NCECA conference will be
Aspects Of the Surface with
ing for proposals for panels,
workshops, lectures and exhibitions. They are also looking for one individual who would act as Alberta contact. The conference theme will be
"Triaxial Blend:Art, Industry, Technology." Pleasecontact the ACC office ifyou are interestedin this volunteer position.
O EDUCATION Banff: Banff Centre
for the Arts
Offers numerous residencies
and other opportunities to create new works in the media and Visualarts. For an application form, write The Banff Centre for the Arts, Office of the Registrar, 107Tunnel Mountain Driven, Box 1020, Sm. 28, Banff, AB TOL OCO
Calgary: The Alberta College of Art
Is accepting application for
evening and weekend art classesfor adults, kids and teens for this summer. In person registrationat the mall level of ACA, or write:
Offers paper and papermaking classes.Papermaking — each Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $85. Call if interested. GST not included. Evelyn
Is offering "Focus...on the
Surface 1995."Third annual workshopseriesat Mount Royal College: Colour in Clay with ShirleyRimer— May 26-28, $95 (member), $125 (non-member); Raku and
held March Of 1996.The Canadian committee is look-
safety training. Megan
Extension Services, ACA,
David, Indigo Print and
Paperworks, 12214 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB
T5N 3K3; (403) 452-2208,
Walter Dexter —June 9-11, $160 and $190; Focus on
Fax (403) 425-4310
Stony Plain: Parkland Potters Guild & Gallery
Majolicawith Katrina Rozman - June 23-25, $95 and $125. call (403)270-3759
Offers classesat beginner and
till March 13 or (403)240-3833 after March 13. Accommodation
intermediate levelsin wheel throwing, hand-building, sculpture,raku for children, teens and adults. Lori Topilka 962-4990,Cathy Ziehr 963-5103, Betty Schultz 963-6217. Parkland Building (rear) 4912-51 Avenue, Stony Plain, AB
availablefor $20/night — call
Edmonton: University of Alberta Devonian Botanical Garden Offers a range Ofarts and crafts courses for the whole family such as stained glassy
Vermilion: Lakeland College
paper, willowfurniture and more. For information or to register call (403)987-2064
Have you heard about our courses and workshops held each summer?Quilters, photographers, carvers,painters, calligraphers& writers have been attending for the past 18 years. Relax in chalet-style accommodation on campus. Learn from well-know professional in intimate classset-
Edmonton:Edmonton Weavers' Guild Offers classes.Complimentary
membership includedwith registrationfor first-timeStudents. Write: Registrar, Edmonton Weaver's Guild, Box 59, Site 8, R.R.2, Stony Plain, AB T7Z IX2
tings. Phone 1-800-661-6490 for a Summer Program'95
Edmonton:
brochure. All ages and ability levels welcome.
Studio Artel Offers art classes for children 5-11 years, special needs
groups and home schoolers. During school year and over school breaks. Fully qualified instructors with first aid and 10
Victoria, British Columbia: Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts Is accepting applications for coursesrunning from June 25
to July 8. A beautiful setting for the study of ceramics, photography, printmaking, colour theory, bookbinding, fibre, etc. Contact the school at Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific,RR#I, Victoria, B.C. V9B 5T7, Phone: (604) 478-5591, Fax: (604) 478-6421 Toll Treein Canada: 1-800-667-3122
Water Valley: Whispering Pines Ranch Ceramic Retreat, 1995 Is accepting applications.
Experiencethrowing and raku firing in a week long retreat locatedin the beautifulfoothill of the Canadian Rockieson a ranch near Water Valley, Alberta.
July 16-22 and July 23 - 29. Leaders are David Settles and Al Tennant. For information or an application form, contact: Whispering Pines, c/o FairviewStudios, 7060 Farrell, Rd. S.E., Calgary, AB T2H OT2
CUSO Offers Opportunities for pottery tutors and craft workers in third-world countries for
modest salaries.CUSO, DT 10, 135 Rideau Street,
Ottawa,ON KIN 9K7
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
e EXHIBITIONS Calgary: Canadian
Art Galleries
Is pleased to host "Presenters
Exhibition" for International Ceramics 1995May 4-16. Contemporary and historical international show. Opening reception Thursday, May 4 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Exhibition coordinatedby the Alberta Potters Association
Edmonton: Electrum Design Studio Presents "What Alberta Makes, Makes Alberta." June 9 to July 8. Nev.'works by ACC directors and staff. Opening reception: Friday,
June 9, 7-10 p.m. Youropportunity to meet the directors and staff of the ACC prior to the Annual General Meeting. Hours: Tues. - Sat. 10 a.m. to
5 p.m. at 12419Stony Plain Road, (403) 482-1402
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Vancouver, B.C.:
The Canadian Craft Museum
639 Hornby Street. Through
June I l: •Karma Ofthe Brush'— Chinese and Japanese works Ofcalligraphy produced in the Vancouver area. 'The Story of Chinese
Seals'—focuseson the making and use of Chinese Seals.June 21 - Aug. 20: 'Le Grand Prix des Metiers d'art'—a multimedia 100k at the best Of craft from Quebec Aug. 30 - Nov. 18:
B.C. Wood Turners and Furniture Designers/Makers.
O FAIRS/SALES Red Deer: Our Best To You Art and Craft Sale October 27 - 29, Westerner
Altaplex,4th annual, juried, 120 booths. Contact Marg Brown, Box 431 , Okotoks, AB
TOL ITO (403)938-8102
Stony Plain: Parkland Potters Guild
Vancouver: Vancouver
4912-51 Avenue, Stony Plain
Is accepting applications for the
(403) 963-9573is exhibiting "Its About Time," pottery by Bob BarclayMay 4 - 27, Thursday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Toronto, Ontario: "From Baba's Hope Chest: Macedonian Treasures in Canada" Continues till October 15
at the Museum for Textiles. Costumes and textiles from private collections. Museum located at 55 Centre Ave., Call Mark Carr-Rollittat (416) 599-5321
Craft Market
2nd Annual ClassicChristmas
Craft Fair in Enterprize Hall at Plaza OfNations on November 9-12 and the 14th Annual Original Vancouver Craft Market at VanDusen Gardens, Dec. 8-10. Contact Simone Avram, 8540 Demorest Drive, Richmond, B.C. V7A 4M1 Phone/Fax (416) 275-2724
Calgary: 3rd annual 'Bear Fair' Show & Sale Held at MarlboroughInn. 60 Canadian teddy bear artisans offeringlimitededition, often, one-of-a-kindhand-made teddy bears for sale. Applications
availablefrom The Bear Fair,
P.o. Box64024, 5512 4th Street N.W.. Calgary, AB
T2K 6J0 (403) 274-9253 Fax (403)2 74-9388.
e FESTIVALS Pincher Creek: Gathering of '95 June 16, 17 & 18 at the Pincher Creek Agricultural Grounds & Community Hall. Western Crafts, Poetry, Music, Rodeo and More. Admission $5/day. For general information,contact Bevat (403)628-2115
GRANTS AND AWARDS Alberta Foundation for the Arts
a) Visual Arts Project: Deadline September 15 Assists the professional/creative
development Ofindividuals by enabling them to conduct pro-
jects or researchrelatedto the visual arts in Alberta. Resident Alberta artists planning to undertake projectsin the visual arts are eligible.Activitiesand
pamphlets, posters and catalogues. Production and actual costs of placing ads for specific exhibitions in newspapers, magazines, radio and television. Up to 50% of eligiblecosts, to a yearly maximum of $2,500 per gallery,and a maximum of $1,250 per galleryin each 6 month reportingperiod. (Formula grant).
c) Public Art
Commissions:
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year. Assistsin commissioning large or site -specific works ofart for public areas by resident Alberta artists. Any Alberta registerednot-for-
profit organizationor institu(ion is eligible. Normally, a
maximum of 50% of any art commission-related fees which are to be paid to the artists. Applications are assessedby
the Board.
d) Public Art Purchase: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basisthroughout the year. Assistsin purchasing works of art for public areas by resident Alberta artists. Any Alberta registerednot-for-
forms of expression that may result in a product that is visual
profit organizationor institution is eligible.Up to 50% Of
in nature, includingresearch, travel, studio work are eligible.
the purchase cost Of the works.
Up to 50% of projected cost to a maximum of $5,000. Juried.
b) Commercial Galleries: Deadlines June I & December l. Providesassistancewith media and advertisingcosts for the presentation of exhibitions of work by resident Alberta artists. Alberta commercial galleries are eligible.Production and
printing costs for invitations,
Applications are assessedby
the Board.
Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada Awards overseas scholarships
to Canadian citizens for undergraduate or post-graduate
studiesincludingcrafts.Submit 20 slides of 20 original works. Awards Division, AUCC, 151 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON
KIP 5N1; (613) 563-1236
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Canada Council
Goebel Canada
Offers ongoing awards to artists through the Jean A. Chalmers Fund for the Crafts, Criticism and Curating, Explorations, Japan-Canada Fund, Project and Travel Grants, VisualArt Grants, VisitingForeignArtists,JBC Watkins Award. The Canada Council, P.o. Box 1047, 99 MetcalfeStreet, Ottawa, ON KIP 5V8; 1-800-263-5588
Givesannual international
Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Applications accepted year-
round. Grants of $10,000 Canadian are awardeddirectly to the beneficiarieswho must be under 31 and workingin representational Styles.
Candidates must alreadyhave
started or completedtraining in an establishedart schoolor demonstrate, through past work and future plans, a commitment to makingart a lifetime career.Submit slidesin 5 cm x 5 cm mounts Ofeach Of six most recent worksand an officialapplication form. The ElizabethGreenshields Foundation, 1814 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, PQ
H3H IE4
Friends of Fibre Art Promotes public and private collecting of fibre works and offers grants to organizations for exhibitions, scholarships, critical writing and other pro-
jects dealingwith contemporat-yfibre art. Send SASE for guidelinesto Friends of Fibre Art International,P.O. Box 468, Western Springs, IL 60558 U.S.A.
O GROUPS Alberta Potters' Association Scholarship Fundraising Event
awards for porcelain sculpture
totalling$25,000.Marcel Brandstat,President,Goebel Canada, 1200Carnforth Road,Toronto,ON M4A2K7
The APA is asking for donations Ofcups to be displayed at the Alberta College of Art and
Red Deer: Red Deer
soldduringthe International
& District Allied Arts
Ceramic Seminar in Calgary
Council
May 5 to 7. The proceedswill go directly to the Scholarship Fund, now in its tenth year. For information,contact The Alberta Potters' Association, Box 5303, Station A, Calgary,
Offers The AlliedArts Council
Centennial Scholarships,of
which there are three: literary, visual and performing and for the PrincessMargaret Scholarship, which is funded by the city of Red Deer. For an application form check bulletin boards for the poster
AB T2H IX6
Edmonton
Weavers' Guild
with attached forms or contact Red Deer & District Allied Arts Council, c/o The Old Court House Community Arts Centre, 4836 Ross Street, Red Deer, AB T4N IX4; (403)346-1565
Sweden: TWOmonths residency schol-
arships worth $2,500 for study
at BruceboStudio, Gotland Island. Contact Secretary, Canadian-Scandinavian Foundation,c/o Dr. Jab Lundgren, Department of Geography, McGill University,805 Sherbrooke STreetW, Montreal,PQ H3A 2K6
Seeks new members. Founded in 1953 to give local weavers, spinners and dyers an opportunity to keep busy throughout the year and enhance their knowledge through study groups, classes,sales and demonstrations. Fee is
$25/year,May I - April 30. Meets regularlySeptember to November and January, March and May. Send name, address,cheque or money order with indication of interest in weaving,spinning or other. Mary Anne Pascoe, Edmonton Weavers'Guild, c/0 35 Gale Avenue, • SherwoodPark, AB T8A 2K7
Profiles Visual Arts
New Zealand:
Society of St. Albert
Fletcher Challenge Ceramics Award
Is extending an open invita-
(ion to all appreciatorsof the visualarts to join their society in support of the visualarts. Activitiesinclude: Profiles Gallery, ProfilesSchool Art Programand Art in Public
International juried exhibition Of ceramics gives a (NZ) Premier Award and five
$2,000 (NZ) Awardsof Merit; P.o. Box 33, 1425 Takapuna, New Zealand; 64-9-630-8581, or 64-9-445-8831; Fax64-9-630-8581
Places Program. Membership catagoriesand fees range from
an Individualat $10/yearto 12
Corporate at $100/year.Write for an application form to Profiles Visual Arts Society of st. Albert, P.O. Box 65021, St. Albert,AB, T8N 5Y3
Single Entrepreneur Network Is a social and professional
network of and for unattached entrepreneurs, business owners, partners and self-employed people. Networking, business opportunities,art/design, host-visitor programs. Contact Single Entrepreneur Network, Box30, 1704490 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5T IL6; (403) 444-9472
Western Canadian Blacksmith Association Forinformationon upcoming meetingsin Edmonton area, contact Rod Staben at 782-5084and in Calgaryarea, contact Rob Sadowskiat 255-3493
O OPPORTUNITY EXHIBITION DEADLINES Edmonton: Electrum Design Studio Is accepting entries for a Nov.
7 - 30 showcalled"Bulls, Broncsand Fine Art" which will run during the Canadian Finals Rodeo. The concept of the show is to bring together
the practical and ethereal sides of western and rodeo art. Open to all aspects ofwestern and rodeo art, including bronze sculptures, hand-tooled
saddles,crafts, paintings and drawings.Space is limited, enter early. Submit slides, photos and personal data to Wayne Mackenzie,
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Electrum Design Studio Ltd, , 12419-Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB,T5N 3N3 beforeAug. 31.
St. Albert: "Quilted Works For Me"
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be displayedin a permanent location.Submissionsshould document the lives,beliefsand travelsOfthe artists or their families.The Quilt Project, WARC, Women's Art Resource Centre, 394 EuclidAvenue,
certainrestrictions.Andy Hassanali(Chef/Owner), c/o Cafe International, 808 1/2 N. Block,Bozeman,MT 59715U.SA; (406) 586-6716
Suite309, Toronto,ON
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M6G 2S9; (416)324-8910
OPPORTUNITIES
Toronto: Museum for Textiles
Beaver Lodge: I—C.'s Country Cottage A large progressivecottage seeks a wide variety Of unique
OPPORTUNITY EXHIBITION ONGOING
Invites artistsand curatorsto submit proposalsfor future shows.Send resume,artist's statement and/or proposaland SASE to Contemporary GalleryExhibitionCommittee; The Museum for Textiles, 55 Centre Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, N'15G2H5; (416) 599-5515
Edmonton: Centennial Library
Toronto: Partisan Gallery
Is the title ofa show in honour of the 15th anniversary of the St. Albert Quilters' Guild Nov. 8 to Dec.2 at Profiles Galleryin St. Albert. For an entry form of information write Sharon Walker, 62 LaroseDrive, St. Albert, AB T8N 2M8 or call (403) 459-9791after 6 p.m.
Foyer Galleryis open to solo or group show proposalsin all
media.ContactCommunity Programs; Edmonton Public Library, 7 Sir Winston
Churchill Square, Edmonton, T5J 2V4; (403) 423-2332,
ext. 246
Estevan: Estevan National Exhibition
Centre
Seeks exhibition proposals
Bragg Creek: One of a Kind Gallery Seeks pottery and handicrafts.
Bev(403) 9492492
Calgary: Angels Above Is a specialtygift shop in Kensington area interested in
Seeks to rouseand organize public opinion against exploitation,oppression, prejudice and alienation.Also aims to produce and integrate art with public issuesand concerns. 1200Queen Street W., Toronto, Ontario N'16JIJ6; (416) 332-9681
angel or cherub related items from $2 to $275. Consignor buy at wholesale.Write 223 10 St. N.W., Box 8, Calgary,
ABT2N IV5 or callMargaret (403)270-0880
Calgary: Eclectibles — Folk and Fine Art Inc.
Kitchener: Homer Watson House and Gallery
from individualsand groups. Submit proposal, resume, dates, artist's statement, max 20 slidesand slide list, SASE to EstewanNational Exhibition Centre, 118 Fourth Street, Estevan, SK S4A0T4; (306) 634-7644
Accepts proposalsin all media. Send 10-12 dated slideswith resume, artist's statement and
Toronto: Women's Art ResourceCentre
United States: Bozeman, Montana
Seekssubmissionsfor the Quilt project, a collectionof diverse quilts by Canadians to
high qualitycrafts.Open year round. (403)354-2976 Fax (403)354-3627
Seekssubmissions Ofbeautiful and unique work. Accessories, fine furniture and jewelryin wood. glass, metals and clay. Establishedor emerging
SASE to Homer Watson House and Gallery, 1754Old Mill Road, Kitchener,Ontario N2P 11-17; (519) 748-4377
craftspeople—yourpatrons are waiting. Contact Eclectibles Folkand Fine Art Inc., Strathcona Square, 140, 155 -StrachconaBlvd., Calgary,ABT3H 2B); (403)686-1152
Calgary: Conceptions Art and Framing Gallery
The Cafe International in the EmersonCultural Centre has
Seekssubmissionsin all media from professionalartists. Kelly Pound, Conceptions Gallery,
a display area for Canadian artists. Display is free with
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2203 4 Street SW, Calgary,
ABT2S IXI; (403) 228-2623
Calgary: Cut Offs 'n' Jeans Consignment shop specializing
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 T2TOE6•,(403) 245-1818
Calgary: Provenance Gallery Seekswell-craftedfunctional
objects— candlestickholders, coasters,businesscard holders, napkin rings, etc. — retailing under S 100for exhibition or sale. Send slidesor photos. KathyJohnson,Provenance Gallery, 932, 17 Street SW. Calgary, AB T2T OA2; (403)245-8511
Calgary: Art is Vital Seeks 3-0 work— ceramic, glass,paper, fabric, metal. Must be unique, well-executed and retailingbetween$20 and $300. Contact Jill Peterson at Art is Vital, Calgary, (403) 262-1358.
Edmonton:'Angels
Gathering' Gifts for the celebration of life Seeks unique items dealing with the theme of 'Angels.' Send photo & description of work to 53 Wilson Cres„
SherwoodPark,AB T8A3Ll
Edmonton: Rowena Decorative Seeks unique, quality work (decorativeart, hand-painted furniture, functional metalwork, jewelry& 21) Work) blending in with our themes of Ancient FolkloricMotiß
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such as Celtic and Medieval and DecorativeArt. Contact: Wendy Brydon, 10762Whyte
Avenue,Edmonton,ABT6E 2A8; (403) 439-5445or (403) 433-8654
Edmonton: West Edmontonbusiness Seeks high-quality fashion jewelryand fine craft gift
items.Consignment.
Phone (403) 444-6024
Edmonton: Crafters' Showcase Offers an opportunity to present local craftspeopleand their works to the public in a trendy, high volume old Strathconalocation. Craftspeople receive100% Of their sales. 10111-82Ave, T6E IZ5; (403) 430-1576
Edmonton:GEEKO
International Marketing Company Seeks Alberta artisans with quality craft products. WIIl not accept consignments.All products are bought outright from artisans. Pleasesubmit color photos or Slides, resume or proposal to: Geeko, Box 180, st. Albert, AB T8N IN3
Edmonton:
Creative Treasures Offers a wide variety of Alberta crafted, quality products which can be sold through home shows. Ifyou would like to consign or host a home show call Donna Rossat (403) 452-4900or Wanda Bone at (403) 455-8497
Edmonton: Zbignie Zarnoch
Edson: Cabin Fever craft & Gift Gallery
6236 or write to him at 1048 Lakewood Rd., Edmonton, AB T6K 3T7
Co-op galleryon main tourist route seeksconsignments. Cabin Fever, Box 7174, 49284 Avenue, Edson, AB T7E IV4; (403)723-2888
Edmonton:Custom Frame Shop Locatedin N.E Edmonton.
ISnow accepting applications from craftspeopleto sellsmall gift items. The emphasis will be on pottery. Contact Maryann Ferry at (403) 9449149, Fax477-3051or send photos of work and letter to 12231 - Fort Road,
Hinton: Crafts West Co-op Seeks new members. Run by board of directors and operates
large store in parks West Mall. Has 25 members, including several potters, floral arrangers, woodworkers, sewers, clock makers, painters, toy and doll makers.Two types Ofmembership— Consignment member: annual fee of $100 + 20% of sales. Full member: annual fee $100 + $50/month5 no commissions.Monthly meetings. Vera (403) 8657207, Wendy (403) 865-7855
Edmonton,AB T5B4H2
Edmonton:
Off the wall, Inc., A mixed-bag for "Urban Folk" newlyarrivedin the Strathcona area seeks humorous, whimsical works in all media especially glass, Clay, metal and Wearable. Submit resume, slidesor photos to Off the Wall, Inc., 8111-104 St., Edmonton, AB T6E 4E4; (403)433-9825
Lloydminster: Barr Colony Heritage
Cultural Centre
Edmonton: Serendipity Gallery and Frame Shop
Seeks consignments for gift shop—pottery, weaving, etc. Gift Shop, Barr Colony, Heritage Cultural Centre, 5100 49th Avenue, Lloydminster, AB/SK S9V 0T8; (306) 825-5655
Invites submissions of fine
craft in all media. Geoff Hughes, Director, Serendipity Gallery and Frame Shop, 9860 90 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6E 2T1; (403) 433-0388
Mill Woods: A net.vcraft store opening in the Mill Woods Town Centre Mall
Edmonton: Expressions & Images Custom Framing
seeks craftspeople to display
work year-round. Monthly fee. No commission. Store #506,
Seeks work to displayin commissions-free gallery. Submit proposalsto Nancy Kellock, Expressions and Images Custom Framing, Inc, 10349-69 Ave., Edmonton, AB
2331 66 Street. Call Gail or David Keowan; (403) 440-1307
Redwater: Craft and gift shop seeksnew consignees.Send photo and description of work. Craft
T6H 5H9
Would like ro stair a Native Craft store. Those interested can contact him at (403)463-
Shop, Box 481, Redwater, AB TOA
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Rosebud: That's Crafty! Is a consignment craft barn seeking unique items Ofexcellent quality. Pottery, sewing,
countryitems,functional
items are required. Contact June Zdunich. Box 1477, Drumheller, AB TOJ OYO;
(403)677-2207
Fergus, Ontario:
The Village Peddler Seeks artisans who wish to expand their wholesalemarkets to Ontario through direct sales and representationat trade shows.For informationcontact: Kent Smith, 279 St. Andrew St.,
Fergus,Ontario NIM IR2, (519)766-7502 Fax (519) 843-6407
RETAIL NATIONAL Montreal: Gallery Barbara Silverberg Seeks ceramic artists. Send
slides and CV to Gallery Barbara Silverberg, 1336 Greene Avenue 114,
Montreal,PQ H3Z 2B1
Toronto: The Craft Gallery of the Ontario Crafts Council Submit proposals,slides and resume with SASE to Dale Barrett, Curator, The Craft Gallery, Ontario Crafts Council, Chalmers Building, 35 McCaul Street, Toronto, ON M5T IV7; (416) 977-3551
Vancouver:The Bronze Gallery Seekswall hangings to complement sculpture shows. Send slides to Sutomi, The Bronze Gallery, 227 Granville Street, Vancouver,BC (604)737-8867
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Waterloo: Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery
Canadian Craft Museum Resource Library
Waterloo, Ontario. Submit
Houses informationabout artistswhich is availableto
slideswithname,title,medium
and dimensions for the shop and the gallery'sarchives to Suzanne Greening, Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25
CarolineStreetN Waterloo, Ontario, N2L2Y5
Winnipeg: A Winnipeg-based custom
belt makerwith retailand exhibition kiosksin various locations urgently requires buckles and other metal and
leatheritemsto expand product lines. Call Ed
(403) 488-8640 in Edmonton or Paul (204) 932-3633 in Winnipeg
RESOURCES Edmonton:SubText 10137 - 104 Street. Offers Equipment/Space Rentals. Weaving, papermaking,
silkscreeningand more. Sue (403) 486-0829
Polyurethane Rubber Molds: Artist/designer is importing
polyurethanerubber ( I-I)
for molds. Willing to supply informationand supply or produce your mold. Fred at Designart ResourcesInc.,
(403)444-9472,
Fax (403) 444-9472
Stony Plain Multicultural
HeritageCentre
Box908, 5411 51 street, TOE 2G0, (403) 963-2777 is open to the public daily. Extensive library and archives availableto craftspeople for research.
Jewelry and Metalsmithing in Canada Anyone wishingto contribute to a CD-ROM coinciding with the 50th anniversaryof the Metal Arts Guild Of Ontarioshouldcontactthe author (below)to fill out a questionnaire.Material required:archives,names Of jewelers,metalsmiths, gallery
architects, designers and
museumsmemberswho wish to includeart in homesand work places. GillianSchick, CommunicationsDirector, CanadianCraft Museum, 639 Hornby Street, Vancouver,BC
Owners, museum curators to
Making a Place for Tapestry
interview,informationon important history, influences, materials,processes,issuesand ideas. Anne Barros,39 Tranby Avenue, Toronto, ON M5R IN4; (416) 924-7068,
Symposium 1993 publication available.Published by The BritishColumbia Societyof
TapestryArtists(BCSTR)and the CanadianCraft Museum.
Fax (416) 924-6895
$ 10 Send cheque or money order payable to Making a Place for Tapestry at 6668 East Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6P 5R1; (604) 261-8826
Leighton Artists' Colony Spend up to three months per year at a working retreat for
professionalartistswho show evidenceof sustaineddedication and significant achievement. Contact Co-ordinator, Leighton Artist' Colony, the BanffCentre, Box 1020, Banff,
West Coast
CRAFTLINK A quarterlynewsletterfor craftspeople Lists upcoming
AB TOL OCO;(403) 76M 180, Fax (403) 762-6345
fairs, interviewscraftspeople, articleson starting a business, etc. Subscriptions $30/yr. or $35 for 2 yrs. Karen Booy, west Coast CRAFTLINK, Box 1168, Dept. AC, Fort Langley, BC IJO; (604) 888-0460
United States: Newton, California
'THE GUILD'
:
Fine Woodworking Magazine is planning a Toolbox Project. Organizers are preparing a publi-
Offers free listings to qualified artists working in architectural glass, metal, restoration and public art. Call 1-800-969-1556 for informationabout THE GUILD REGISTERS, annual resourcedirectorieswithin the "Sourcebook of Artists: Architect's Edition." Listings will be acceptedthrough
June, 1995.
cation featuring pictures and histories of toolboxes—anything
1995 Directory
from a modest carpenter's tote to furniture-like standing tool boxes. Send transparencies in SASE to Toolbox Project, c/o
For a comprehensivelisting ofCraft Showsand Fairs in Alberta, order the 1995 DIRECTORYnow. COST: $8.00 (non-members), $4.00 (members)
Helen Albert, the Taunton Press,
Inc., 63 S. Main Street, Newton,
USA cr 06470-5506
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Also available...
Craft Supplier's Guide Lists suppliers of metal jewelry, wood, clay, fibre, glass and other craft supplies. Free to ACC members(one per member) $5 for non-members.For informationcall the ACC at
1-800-00CRAFT
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ADVERTISEMENTS Edmonton: Eagle One Gallery 9205A- 63 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6E OG2 Offers workshops for adults
and children taught by member artists in a varietyOf arts and crafts. For further information Phone( 403)4 35-5384
or Fax (403) 435-5948
Edmonton: Eagle One Gallery Seeks submissions. Now acceptinga limited number of memberships from local artists to show work and/or teach workshops in the gallery. Workshops are year round and scheduled according to demand. For further information contact Eagle Gallery,
Drumheller: The Inn at Heart Manor Is seeking to exhibit quality arts and crafts. Multi-disciplinary and functionalworks are sought. Pleasesend photographs or call Norah at (403) 823-6495or write her at 321 RailwayAvenue E, Drumheller, AB TO] OY4
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DATABASE =UPDATE
HANDICRAFT-TAXATION
See Taxation-Canada
HEER, PEGGY
Heer, Peggy:Heer Pottery- primitivefired pottery. Jan./Feb.'95 pg.22
edicine Hat director, Arne Handley generously volunteered to start a cumulative index for the Alberta Craft Magazine. The ACC officewill alwayshave an updated copy available for the membership. We are publishing the index, as it now stands, to give you a clear idea of what it's all about.
INCOMETAX-CANADA
See Taxation-Canada
POTTERY, CANADIAN - BIOGRAPHY See Blodgett, Elke
See Heer, Peggy
PRIX SAIDYE BRONFMANAWARD
Anytime you want some information about crafts or craftspeople,you can now include the Alberta Craft Magazine index as a good researchsource.
See handicraft-competitions
STARRENBURG, BARBARA
Our Space is Yours.Mar./Apr.'95: pg.22
TAXATION-CANADA
BELKE, DAVID
Goingtwice!Sold!.Susan Abells. Nov.'Dec.'94: pg.2-3.
Belke, David and Rae Hunter.
TEXTILES, CANADIAN
Tradition Reinvented. Jan./Feb.'95: pg.7.
See Starrenburg, Barbara
BLODGETT, ELKE
WOODWORKING
Eke, Blodgett:Variationson a Theme. Elizabeth Beauchamp.Nov./Dec.'94: pg.4-5.
See Belke, David
CRAFT SHOWS
Dialogue. Jan./Feb.'95: pg. I.
CRICHTON, DANIEL
see Handicraft-competitions
FRANCE, GERI
Northern High Lights.
Elizabeth Beauchamp.Mar./Apr.'95: pg. 16.
Creme de la Creme of Craft Shows
GLASS
See Handicraft-competitions See France, Geri
earneds eraft äalesÄ
HANDICRAFT - BIOGRAPHY
pfoduees2 annual juried
Our Space is Yours! Brenda Malkinson.Nov./Dec.'94: pg.22 See Belke, David
CHk1STMAS: 5 day show
'ith '125exhibit"
and 30,000 customers SPRING; 4 day yhow with 100 exhibitors
HANDICRAFT-COMPETITIONS
Hot Glass is Hot Nov./Dec.'94: pg. 16. Bobbi Hoffman: Award Winner Reports from Scandinavia.
Teresa McKinnon.NovJDec.'94: pg. 18-19.
and 15000 customers
HANDICRAFT-MANAGEMENT
For furåner information „pleaseeontace;, or Eleanor Bercov
PR Pointers,Charles Lewton-Brain and Elizabeth Beauchamp.Nov./Dec.'94: pg. 17-18. PR Pointers-theartisansnightmare,Charles LewtonBrain and Elizabeth Beauchamp.Jan./Feb.'95:pg. 18. PR Pointers-visuals that mean business.
(403) 481 6268 or write: 7418 - 182 street Edmonton, Alberta
Charles Lewton-Brain and Elizabeth Beauchamp.
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Mar./Apr.'95: pg. 18.
HANDICRAFT-RESEARCH-ALBERTA
Rural Craft Development Project: Executive Summary.
Tom McFall. Jan./Feb.'95:pg.2-4.
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May 27-28: The lower
level at the new location needs wall repair
name and address of the
and paint.
cost of participation, and
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ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE
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New Members February I to April 10, 1995
Jan Adams Wayne Anderson
SandeeArmstrong Nancy Babick-Brennan The Banff Centre Jane Bannister
Shelley Bauman Lucia Bolcato
Ingrid Bromann Roman Buryska
Renewals
Sarah Chwyl
Handworks
Joanne Lynes
Ralph Reichenbach
Victor Clapp Gordon J. Cole
Barbara Fortin
Gordon Fried
Ruth Lysak-Martynkiw Wayne MacKenzie
Nick Riebeek
Alina Strandberg Sunrise Gallery
Brigitte Rieckmann
Margaret F. Sutherland
peter Crawford
Judith Fris
Janice McEwen
Crowsnest
Laura Fry Rob Goldbeck
Teresa McKinnon
Shirley Rimer Brenda Rybak
Elizabeth Menges
Henry Schlosser
George Van De Walle Darlane Vanouwerkerk Ruth Veldhuis
Jocelyn Gourlay MarilynGourlay
Elizabeth Menzies
Della Schneider
Angele Miller
John Schroder
Janet Grabner
Darrell Morris
Carol and Richard
Wayne Welsby
Georgina Delorme
Jean Gurr
Selfridge
Bernard DeMan
Norma Westcott Mlild Rose Economic
Doreen's Distinctive
Jo Anne Hansen Doug Haslam
Michael Mott Lynne Moulton
Designs
Sheila F, Hennie
Kelly Duggan
Joan Isaac
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Arcs Association John Cryderman Arlene Daviduck Alexandra Deliyannides
Kent Olinger Esther Ondrack
Hilary Shannon Donna Shymko Evonne M. Smulders
Martin Solodyuk
Edmonton Weavers'
Cheryl Iwanowsky
Gilbert & Marie Parent Diane Paterson
Guild
Mrs, C. Jensen
Brian Peterson
Wendy Stanwick
Carol Jane Campbell
Judy Fleck
Sherrin Kovach
Lynette Pflueger
Willie Campbell
Noel Forde
Maureen Lewis
Susan Rankin
Janet Stein Robert Stephen
R. Cadman
Ingrid Christensen
Fort Saskatchewan
Ann Read
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Judith Speelman
Tom Stewart
Judy Villett
Louise Wells
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An internationallyrecognized jeweller, Dee Fontans studied jewelry and fashion design at the Parsons school of Design in New York City. In 1986she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Jewelry and Metalsmithing from the State Universityof New York at New Platz. Her work has been exhibited and published in the U.S., Germany and
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Top: Green piece — Earth balls, Compressed aluminum foil, epoxy resin, gold leaf, 1992
Bottom: Untitled, Fabricand dingle balls, 1992
Canada.
Fontans' rich professional background includes gallery and museum insullation work, 'prop' design and manufacture for the movie industry and goldsmithing work for jewelers in New York and Calgary. Currently, she teaches in the continuing education program at the
Alberta College of Art. In 1991,she and Charles Lewton-Brain opened the Lewton- Brain/FontansCentre for Jewelry Studies in downtown Calgary. It offers short, intensive workshops and courses, tutorial sessions, and public education about contemporary jewelry and metal working techniques. The centre also
has exhibition space for experimenül work in the context of body ornament.
Thank you! We would like to extend a thank-you to Cindy Tait for her donation of the front cover illustration.She perfectly captures the excitement of the move to our new location in
the bustlinggallery section of town. If you are searching for a talented illustrator,call CindyTait at 469-9367.
Alberta Craft Council
Directors:
Board of Directors
Carol Jane Campbell, St. Albert
President Anne Brodie, Reg Deer
Helen Mitchell, Peace River
Vice-President
Wayne Mackenzie, Edmonton
David Green, Pincher Creek
Treasurer
Ralph Henderson, Edmonton
Secretary
Anne Anfindsen, Gunn
Arne Handley, MedicineHat Charles Lewton-Brain, Calgary JeananneKirwin, Edmonton
Alberta Craft Council Office and Craft Shop
Executive Director
Susan Abells
Office Manager Pat Callaghan
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada T5N IP6
Administrative Assistant Liz Olsen
Tel: 488-6611
Gallery/RetailAssistant
MainFloor, 10106- 124 st
488-5900
Fax: 488-8855
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Bill Morton,
Calgary
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