ALBERTA ALBERTA CRAFT COUNCIL
CULTURE
MAGAZINE
JANUARY/FEBRUARY2002
MAKING
Alberta Seen
Landscapes in Fibre
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LETTERS
Wishing
YOU a healthy,
CREDITS
happy and prosperous 2002
Canadian Craft Federationmet during November at Harbourfront in Toronto.Assistance from Canada Councilallowed all 10provincial craft councilsto send representatives.Chair,Simon Wroot and I attended. ACC member, Charles Lewton-Brainwas there to represent the Canadian Conferenceof the Arts. Also at the 2 1/2 day event were people from Cultural Human Resources Council,Canada Counciland WorldCraft Council. We saw a draft version of the CCF's new national web site. We improved bylaws, started a 3-year plan,
discussedfunding and planned advocacywith various federal government agencies.And we agreed to produce a publicationthat will profilethe activities of the CCF and summarise the size and impact of the fine craft scene in Canada.
Across the country,craft councilsare more different than similar.Our conversationbecame most interesting when we compared projects,budgets, memberships,services,funding,policyissues... Here are a few of our comparisons and conclusions: Provincial craft councils employ 88 staff who deliver servicesto 6000+individual members
and 125+member organizations.
The provincialcraft councils'annual budgets total
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Across the country,councilexhibitions,events, galleries,shops, etc. attract more than 700,000 visitorsannually.
2001 Saidye BronfmanAward This was intended to be a story about the 2001 Saidye Bronfman award winner. The $25,000prize is Canada's most prestigious award for CRAFT.
The recipient, announced November 20thto a swish crowd at the Canadian Museum Of Civilization,is Quebec ceramist LeopoldFoulem.
In an embarrassing turn Ofevents, Mr. Foulemtold CBC that night "I'm an artist. I have no craft in my work." He went on to suggest that craft is functionaland devoid of ideas. GoodGrief! Where has he been for the last 50 years? If Mr. Foulemhas any real point to make, he should start by returning the award money. There are dozens Ofdeserving accomplished CRAFTSPEOPLE who would be delighted to receive THE national CRAFT award, and who are not embarrassed to say the word that best describes our profession - CRAFT.
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(1400-362-7238) Fax: (780)488055
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Monday • Saturday from 10 am to _5 :30
(780)4885900
Executi veDi rector: tom McFa l l ,ext. 228 Ma na ger: Na ncySt Hi l a i re,ext Admi ni s tra ti on Member Services:
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Cra ft Shop Coordi na tor: Al i Fl emi ng,ext. 232 Cra ft Shop Sta ff El a i neEmers on,ext. 232 Ma ga zi ne& WebSi te: Jeff Col l i ns ext. , 225 Ate-na Craft Council is a not-for-profitorganization
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Chair. Secretarymeasurer: Directors:
Simon Wroot, Calgary Ward Goddard. Edmonton
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Maggie Murray, Edmonton Debra Demers-Bryan, Ca John Borrowman, Canmore Shona Wehm, Edrmntcn E, James Kindrake, Edmonton Susan White, Calgary Tara Owen. Calgary Bradley Keys Calgary
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Judi th Green,Pi ncherCreek
Island, BritishColumbia,Nova Scotia,Manitoba and New Brunswick.
Photography.
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Comparing membership numbers, the councils, from largest to smallest are: Ontario, Quebec,
About half the provincialcraft councilsorganize large sales (Christmas,summer,etc.). Eight councils operate public galleriesand six run retail stores. Most councilsofferawards and/or scholarships. And they all producemagazinesor newsletters, and have, or are working on, web sites.
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Labrador, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Prince Edward
Nine of the 10craft councilscoordinate exhibitions- more than 100yearly. Alberta and Saskatchewancompete for producing the most more than 20each year in each province.
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Comparingbudgets,the councilsfromlargestto smallest are: Quebec,Ontario Newfound-landand
Alberta tied with BritishColumbia,New Brunswick,Saskatchewan,Newfoundland and Labrador,Nova Scotia,Manitobaand Prince Edward Island.
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EXHIBITION DISCOVERY,
Gallery
"REACHING FOR THE STARS" Kate Mitchell and Christine Zadler
January 12 —March 2 Opening reception Saturday January 12, 2002.1 - 3 p.m. The Alberta Craft Council
is pleased to present, as
the firstDiscoveryGallery
exhibitionin 2002,the works of Kate Mitchell and Christine Zadler"Reachingfor the Stars" is an exhibition of fibre art
that shows how these two
young ladiesuse theirart to express their faith.
Kate,from Calgary,and
Joinus in the galleryon SaturdayJanuary 12,2002 from 1 - 3 p.m. for an opening receptionand meet these exciting young artists. Right:
fromthe AlbertaCollege
Kate Mitchell, tapestry -
of Art and Design. Kate's tapestries and Christine's
cotton, heat transfer
speak Oftheories of
creation, life and dreams.
Christine, from Edmonton,
are both recentgraduates Holding On by ChristineZadler,2001
quiltsare carefullywoven and sewn together with symbolsand imagesthat
Gallery
Psalm 139 - Fearfully and Wonderfully Made by
wool weft & cotton warp
27x 16in, 8 endsper inch,2000
Gallery DISCOVERY• 2002 Schedule
2002 Schedule Jan 12 -Mar 2
June 21 —Aug 31
Jan 12 —Mar 2
ALBERTA SEEN LANDSCAPES IN FIBRE A curatedshow of worksmade
CRAFT OR ART?
REACHING FOR
from fibrewith an Alberta landscape theme.
Mar 9 —Apr 27 SYMBOL OF QUALI"IY An exhibitionof worksby craft artistswho have been licensedto carry the Alberta Craft Symbol of QualityTrademark.
May 4 —June I
F.A.N.
An exhibition of works created by members Ofthe Fibre Arts
Network, to run in conjunction with the Canadian Quilt Conferenceheld in Edmonton.
An exhibition that examines popular theories on the difference, or non difference,of art and craft in Our society. This exhibition will run concurrently with the Works Visual Arts Festival. sept 7 - Oct 26
COLLECTED VISIONS Il
Craft works collectedover the years by the Alberta Foundation for the Arts.
THE STARS
Christine Zadler and Kate Mitchell
CLAY OUT OF PROVINCE
Pauline Pelletier, SecondSole, Fleur McLauchlan
May 4 —June1
Nov 2 —Dec 24 WESTERN CRAFT Stillin the planning stages, this
June 8 - 29
the many talentsof artist who use a Western theme in their
works.
Focus on Fibre Art Association
Biannualcompetitionand exhibition
July/Aug TBA
Alberta CraftMagazine
An exhibition of wood works by Doug Haslam created with the assistance of a Canada
Councilgrant.
Mar 9 - Apr 27
Canadian Quilt Conference Exhibition
curated exhibition will showcase
Sept/Oct Doug Haslam
2 January/February
Other Exhibitionsfor 2002:
Jan/Feb/ Mar
Our CreativeSpirit
Showcasingthe many talents of Alberta Craft Artist. To run
concurrentlywith the Alberta Winter Games.
MedicineHat
March
Culturein the Making DevonianGardens Gallery Calgary
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We had a phenomenal year in the Craft Gallery Shop. Sales were UP more than 15% over the year 2000, visitor traffic was steady throughout the year and continues to grow. We had repeated success with media attention with visits from A-Channel Edmonton, Global Edmonton and numerous articles and images in the Edmonton Journal, WHERE Edmonton, and many other local and regional newspapers and magazines. The Shop and Galleries hosted several openings and events including our fourth annual 'Twas the Night fun(d)-raiser which was a huge success.
CelebrationFiguresby Susan Gottselig,blownglass
Why was 2001 so extraordinary? In part because of people like you; our members, our craft artisans, our customers; all of you who support Alberta fine craft. I would like to take this opportunity to introduce the 150+ craft artists who display and sell their work through the Craft Gallery Shop. Next time you are in downtown Edmonton, drop by and see some of the fabulous work we have. If you can't make it into the Shop, take a peek at our web site at www.albertacraft.ab.ca and browse through our on-line exhibitions and portfolio pages. Ali Fleming Wishing you a great beginning to a fabulous 2002! Handbuilt clay Eliza Vasesby StephanieFischer,SecondSole
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S Aunger, Warren, Cold Lake - Wood
Beattie, Beth, Nelson- Metal/Jewellery
Bednar, Don, Spruce Grove - Wood/Fumiture
Beland, Fernande, Edmonton- Clay Bell, Barbara, Sundre - Clay/Mixed Bibi, Hythe - Clay
Blaikie, Lynn, Whitehorse- fibre Blinston, Blaine, Edmonton- Metal/Jewellery Borecky, Pat, Calgary - fibre Brown, Tracy, Edmonton- Metal/Jewellery
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Guy, Pierre, Duncan- Clay Hamm, Donald, High River - Metal/Mixed Handley, Arne, MedicineHat - Clay
Harris, Myrna, Landis- fibre Harse, Crys, Calgary - Metal
Hartnagel. Patti, Edmonton- Clay
Hemming, Victoria, Edmonton- Metal/Jewellery Henry, Martha, Calgary - Glass
Chalke, John, Calgary - Clay
Sand-etchedglass by Martha Henry
Craig, Laura, High River- fibre Crawford, Peter, Guelph- Wood
Holland, Robert, SherwoodPark- Wood Holmwood, Jeff, Edmonton- Glass
Etzkorn, Jim, Calgary- Clay Farr, Jim, Coaldale - Wood
Favre, Alain, Red Deer - Clay Fontans, Dee, Calgary - Metal,Jewellery
Forbes, Heather, GrandePrairie- Metal/Jewellery
Housley, Kirk, Calgary - Clay
Houston, Bonny, Calgary- Glass Hove, Dianne, Calgary- Clay Hunt, David, Dewinton- Metal Hunter, Rae, St.Albert- Basketry Husel, Kathy, St Albert- fibrelMixed Jackson, Karin, Edmonton- fibre Janzen, Roseann, Carvel- Metal Jensen, Grethe, LittleSmokey- Wheat Jolda, Ted, Parksville- Glass Jordan, Fern, Stony Plain - Glass
Kalbfleisch. Dale, Edmonton - Wood Kemp, David, Sherwood Park - Wood
Taylor, Rosa, St. Albert- Glass Tarrant, Andrew, Edmonton- Clay
Christina, Redwater - Pysanka
Lewton-Brain. Charles, Calgary - Metal/Jewellery Lindoe, Allan, Edmonton - Wood
Macfadyen, Malcolm, Vancouver- Glass
Marriott, Pamela, Swan Hills- Fibre
Mcbain Cuyler, Linda, Edmonton - fibre Mclauchlan, Fleur, Winnipeg - Clay Meeres, Wendy, Crossfield - Clay
Greidanus, Janny, Calgary- Clay Gusse-Edinga, Darcy, RedDeer- Fibre
Stanier, Linda, StonyPlain- Clay Stein, Janet, Edmonton- MetaVJewellery
Kraut Merilyn, Winnipeg- Clay
Levin. Ana, Edmonton - Glass
Green, Judith, PincherCreek - Clay
Skakun, Sandi, Edmonton - Clay Speers, Jim, Edmonton - Clay
Sustrik. Mary, Edmonton- fibre
Lavoie, James, Edmonton- Glass
Grabowska, Rosa, Calgary- Metal/Jewellery
Sinclair, Charles, MedicineHat - Glass
Kohana, Akiko, Edmonton- Clay
Kopystynska. Ksenia, Edmonton - Mixed
Gottselig, Susan, Canmore Glass Grabner, Janet, East Coulee - Clay
TurnedpoplarburlbyRobertShiell
Stevens, Darrell, Edmonton- Glass Stratton, Brenda, Calgary- fibre
Kristmanson, Kathryn, Tappen- Metal/Jewellery
Gluza, Michelle, Edmonton- Paper
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Kirk, Peter, Innisfree - Wood Koscielnuk,
Fossey, Marcia, Edmonton - Jewellery
Shiell, Robert, Wetaskiwin - Wood
Hoppe, Cindy, Biggar - fibre
Kiyooka, Frank, Valemount- Clay
Forester, William, Vernon- Wood
Schepp. Percy, Carvel - Wood
Holdgrapher,Mary Sullivan, Edmonton - fibre
Keogh, Everett, Calgary- Metal Keys. Bradley, Calgary- Clay
Earringsby HeatherForbes
Schapansky, Elizabeth, Whitecourt- Clay
Second Sole - Ian Johnston, Nelson- Clay Hepburn, Chris, Edmonton- Metal/]ewellery
Davis, Fran, Edmonton- Glass/Jewellery Demers-Bryan, Debra, Camrose- Clay Dey Harrish, Dawna, ShenvoodPark - fibre Doll, Horst, SherwoodPark- Clay Elder, John, Edmonton- Clay
Rauscher, Colleen, Calgary - Paper Reimer, Julia, Calgary - Glass
Schlosser, Henry, Calgary - mWood/Fumiture
Connor, Jean, Edmonton- fibre
Davidson, Margie, Edmonton- fibre
Prins, Toula, Gibbons- Clay
Quinn, Edith, Edmonton- fibre Rand. Julia, Edmonton- Clay
Safronovich, Todd, Edmonton- Glass
Christensen, Nancy, FortSakatchewan- fibre/Mixed
Danbrook, Brenda, Opal - Clay
Pringle, Louise, Edmonton - Acrylic
Russo, Gerry, Edmonton- Wood/Furniture Rydman, Perry, Edmonton- Basketry
Cass, Terry, Nanton- Stone/Wood
Cunningham, Shawn, Edmonton- Metal
Prefontaine. Talar & Jean-Claude, Calgary - Wood
Rosenthal, Lynn, BonAccord- fibre
Carnat, Sarabeth, Calgary- MetalfJewellery
Cote, Lynn, Edmonton- Jewellery
Petersen, Darren, RedDeer- Glass
Rock. Tyler, Calgary- Glass Roman, Dana, Canmore- fibre
Campbell, Willie, Calgary - Clay Cantine, Karen, Edmonton- Metal/Jewellery
Clarke, Dorothy, Calgary- fibre Conlin, Kevin, Wawanesa- Clay
Penttinen. Elizabeth, Edmonton- fibre
Robocon, Jody, Athabasca - Clay
Campbell, Carol Jane, Edmonton- Glass
Christensen, Ken, Three Hills - Metal
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Robinson, Dianne, Edmonton- Jewellety
Cadman, Robert, Carbon - Wood
Chenard, Evelyne, VICt0ria- fibre
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Miller, Linda, Victoria- Clay
Motyka. Sam, Edmonton- Paper Murray, Maggie, Edmonton- Metal/Jewellery Musser. Darlene, Cochrane- Mixed Ovens, Loree, Toronto - Wood
Pankratz. Barbara, Edmonton- Paper
Paterson, Diane, Chilliwack- Glass Pedersen, Eric, St. Albert - Wood
Pedersen, Liv, Calgary- fibre
Pelletier, Pauline, Cap-Rouge - Clay Alberta Craft
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Sullivan, Diane, Calgary - Clay
Symons, Jon, Edmonton - Wood
Thorpe, Carole, Calgary- Glass
Tremblay, Nicole, Toronto- Glass Tremblay, Tracy, Edmonton- fibre Trio Iron Art, GrandePrairie- Metal/Furniture Tunkl, Kurt. Calgary- Metal/Jewellery Uhlick. Sam, Ardrossan- Clay
Urban Forest Design Studio, Edmonton- Clay Ursuliak, Mary, Summerland- Clay
Vanterpool. Joan, Edmonton- fibre
Waidman, Allan, SpruceGrove- Stone Wallace. Linda, Cochrane- fibre Waltho. Norm, Morinville- Wood Wehm, Shona, Edmonton- fibre Wells, Don, High River- Clay Westcott, Norma, Calgary - fibre White, Susan, Calgary - Metal/Jewellery
Wilkins.Jeffery, Okotoks- Metal/Jewellery Wilson, Andrea, Woodstock - fibre
Wormsbecker, Ilonka, Edmonton- Paper Wroot, Simon, Calgary- Metal/Jewellery
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Taking Alberta Craft to the World! Exporting Exporting your Alberta craft products into the U.S.A. and abroad can be very rewarding and profitable if you are able to commit the time and financial resources necessary to make it a SUCCess.
Keepin mind that exportmarketingis about getting your products to people in a foreign countrywho want to buy them. How are you goingto find thesepeople?Startby identifying your current customers.How much do you know about them? Are they mostly male?
Female? What is their average age? What is their
income level?Their education? Why do they buy your work? How much are they willingto spend? What is it about your work that is
appealingto them?Are they purchasingit as a gift? As a souvenir?To add to their collection Offine craft?Takethe time to write a current customerprofiledescribingin detail who your customersare and why they buy your work. Knowingyour currentcustomerwillhelp you reachothers in a foreigncountry.
A goodproductsellingat a reasonableprice in the right market,alongwith strongfinancial resources,diligentbusinesspracticesand commonsensewill go a longway to establishing Afteryou have assessedyour currentsituation, a healthyexportbusiness. you have clearlyidentifiedyour customersand Exportingyour work presents you with new you feel ready to take Onthe challengeof exportopportunitiesand challenges.Opportunities ing, your next step is researchand planning. include:an increaseof profitsand sales in larger Just a note of cautionhere: Youcan do all the markets;dealingin foreigncurrencies,allowing researchand planningyou want and therewill you to price your work competitivelyand stillbe risks.At some point you are going to increaseyour attractivenessto foreign buyers; have to assume those risks and go with your gut. reductionOfyour dependenceon more traditional Make the type of plan that willwork for you. domesticpracticeslike consignmentsales and Wellthoughtout researchand planningwill help retailcraft shows. Competing in foreign markets you identifyrisks and give you an opportunity gives you the opportunity to refine your work to facethem armed with knowledge. and hone your business skillsin order to become "worldclass".The skillsyou learn to competein Identifyyour goals.Regardlessof how big or a globalmarket willalso help you compete more small your goalsare it is importantfor you to identifythem to help you remainfocused. effectivelyat home. Exporting willalso present you with new challenges:increasedcompetition, Remember that goals are S.M.A.R.T.That is they morepaper workand expenses,and higher risks. are Simple,Manageable,Attainable,Realistic, and Timely.Goalsshouldnot be complexOr Think Ofexporting as an expansionOfyour vague,but rather simpleand specific.'Ihey currentbusinessrather than a replacementof should be easilymanageable so you do not current activities - at least at first. It's tempting neglectother importantareas of your business to look to foreign markets when salesat home and your life.They shouldbe attainableand are discouragingbut there are goodreasonsto realistic,and they shouldhave a timelimiton developa healthydomesticmarketfirst.By them.A goodgoalwill read somethinglike this: establishingand nurturinga marketat home By December2002,I willhave attended one you willgain valuableexperiencenecessaryto wholesaletrade show in the U.S. and will have 4 anticipate and minimize risks. Youwillhave U.S. wholesale clients who are repeat customers. developed a refined line Ofproducts that are A goal like this willgive you a clearidea of what proven sellers.Youwillbe able to clearlyidentify you want to do and by when. Now you can your current customers and have a good idea of expand on this. What trade show willyou what they want. A craft producer who has a well attend? How willyou pickup 4 steady U.S. developed line of unique products, has been clients?How are you going to make sure your sellingconstantly in differentregionsof Canada, clientsreorder?What do you need to have in and has an exceptionaltrack recordwith proven lace to make it easy for them to reorder? Will clients, is much more likely to attract the interest you need to hire a rep to manage your clients? of foreigngalleriesand shops than someone with How many other questions can you think of a competentbut genericproductwithoutthe fromthis goal? Havingcleargoalswill provide confidence Ofa well established domestic market you with questionswith whichto beginyour to back them up. 5 Jan
Youcan get a lot of good information for your
research from various sources such as the internet,
trade magazines like Crafts Reportfrom the U.S., and organizationslike the ACC,and the Canadian
Craftand HobbyAssociation.Don't limityour researchto just the craft industry. By following trends in other industries like fashion or interior designyou may comeup withgoodproduct ideas.
The ExportSource web site (url:http://export is a good place to start. They have source.gc.ca)
preparedan ExportReadinessdiagnosticthat will help you to understandyour reasonsfor exportingand assistyou in identifyingyour current strengths and weaknesses.They have links to reportson marketresearchforvarious sectorsincluding the craft industry. (Seethe side bar for more information on this and other web
sites) InfoExport (http://zvww.infoexport.gc.ca) is another excellentsite to begin your research. Both of these sites have contact information
to
many CanadianConsulatesthroughoutthe US. Through the Consulate offices you can access
reportsavailablefor the craftsectoras wellas laws on exporting,informationon upcoming trade shows,U.S.reps, and othervaluableinformation. Ms. Dana Boyle is the Consulate General
of Canada in Minneapolisand has plentyof experiencedealingwiththe craftsectorin the US. Youcancontacther at Suite900,701Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis,Minnesota, United States Of America, T: (612) 332-7486,
F: (612) 3324061, Email: dana.boyle@dfait-maeci.gc.ca
The Export Development Corporationprovides insurancefor both exportersand importersgiving
both you and your clients a peace of mind. You
can find them at http:/ftcww.edc-see.ca/index_e.asp
Their site also has many good articles on export-
ing and the risksinvolved. Business Link has a good web site dealingwith exportand Other business issues. You can find them at
http://www.cbsc.org/alberta/main.cfin Take your time to visit these web sites and go though the links carefully. If you do you will find all the informa-
tionyou need to helpyou achieveyour goals.
Another valuable resource for you is the Services
to AlbertaExporterspublished by Trade Team Alberta (1%). This second edition is an
information and resource guide to assist Alberta
businessesin exportingtheirproducts.Services to AlbertaExportersidentifieshundreds of service providerswho can help companiesseekingto accessinternational markets. Servicesto Alberta Exportersis available free Ofcharge at the offices of 'ITApartners across Alberta and from the BusinessLink Business ServicesCentre in
STUDIO Edmonton, and the CalgaryBusinessInformation
Centre.The ACCis alsoworkingon getting copiesto distribute to members. In conjunction with the guide,TTAand AlliancePublishingInc.
WEB sr1ES:
also developed a searchable database of service providers that can be accessed electronically
at http://www.exportserviceproviders.com. This database provides up-to-date information
aboutexportserviceprovidersin and outside OfAlberta. Information about ITA is available
at http://www.alberta-canada.com.
Get to know what a customs broker can, and
cannot do for you and use them. Customs bro-
kers are specialistsin transportingproducts acrossbordersand can save you and your clients a lot of headaches.Mostshipping companieslike
FedEx, Lommis, and Purolator all have brokers
Export Development Corporation:
http-]/exportsourcegc.ca/
http•Jhm•m.edc•s eeca J
availableto help you. Youcan alsofind a listing
A s i ngl e a cces s poi nt to a l l tra de-rel a ted government depa rt-
Research trade shows. George Little
Preparing to Export. Researching Countries and Sectors Marketing Your Exports. Entering the Market financing Your Exports, Getting the Product or Service to Market. Preventing and Resolving Problems Understandng the Global Marketplace.
Of Brokers in the Yellow Pages of your phone book and the Servicesto Alberta Exportersdirectory.
Management (http://www.glmshows.com/) is the
producer of 31 wholesale gift shows in Canada
mentS and agencies on subjects including:
Export Devel opment Corpora ti on i s a fi na nci a l i ns ti tuti on devoted excl us i vel y to provi di ng tra de fi na nce s ervi ces to s upport
Canadian exporters and investors. The web site has a wealth Of information on every aspect Of preparing, building and maintaining a healthy export businew
and the US including the Alberta Gift Show in
Edmonton.Theirwebsitehas links to all their shows with information on the show profile,
exhibitorprofiles,buyer profilesand contact phone numbers.Whenyou are researchinga showto attend it is very helpfulfor you to have done your homework on your customer profile
so you can ask insightfulquestionsand get the facts in order to make the right decisionbased on knowledgerather than hopes and dreams.
BUSINESSLINK
Whiledoingyou researchand planning,don't
forget to do a budget for your time and money.
Yourbudget willshow you in no uncertain terms if exporting is going to work for you.
Shipping,mailing,travel,phone calls,broker fees,marketingmaterials,labels,trade shows,
rep expenses and other expenses are all going to cost you more money. You need to work these
extra expenses into your over all business plan.
Yourbudget willhelp you to identify what you
can do to speed up your production,sourceout wholesalesuppliers,and possiblydevelopnew productsthat willbe affordablefor you to make and provideyou with a maximumprofitmargin. Exportingyour craftproductswill take time and
Canadian Heritage - Cultural Development:
The Business Link:
http./twwa.cbsc.org/alberta/
hrp://wwwpch.gc.calculture/english.htm
The Business Link provides useful information on starting and maintaining a business in Alberta. They have an excellent section on exporting and importing including export business plans cost worksheet* and useful links to other export sites. including a link to Extus trade missions into the US
Conta i ns i nforma ti on on federa l government progra ms a nd
Alberta Economic Development:
George Little Management:
pol i ci es i ncl udi ng copyri ght pol i ci es a nd forei gn i nves tment revi ew gui del i nes for propos ed forei gn i nves tments i n cul tura l i ndus tri es tha t encoura ge Ca na di a n cul tura l expres s i on.
money. Some reports I have read say you can
expect to spend 2 to 5 years establishing export market for your craft. If you are confident
you have a goodproductthat willdo well as an
export give yourselfthe time to make it a reality. Youmay find that in the first year you will
actuallyrun at a lossafter all the travel and extraexpensesare accountedfor,but don't give up. Keepat it and pay closeattentionto your customers needs. In the next magazine I will
look at some of the wholesaletrade shows in the US and the trade missions that are available for Canadian craft exporters.-JC
httpJtwww.alberta-canada.corn/export
One Of ten regi ona l tra de netv.•orks a cros s Ca na da a nd pa n Of
Trade Team Alberta. The web site has good information on: export readiness assessment new exporter train@export counseling, export opportunity identification. international marketing assistance export financing and insurance.
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httpütm•mglrnshmwcom/
Producer Of 31 wholesale gift shows in Canada and the US i ncl udi ng the Al berta Gi ft Show i n Edmonton. Thei r webs i te ha s
links to all their shovvs with information On the show profile exhibitor profiles buyer profiles and contact phone numbers
GALLERY January 12 - March 2, 2002
Alberta
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Landscapes in Fibre Fibre arts are still almost entirely the purview of women. And women working in fibre continue to struggle against an assortment of pejorative assumptions about "women's work". It is still frequently perceived as "home-made", "practical", "decorative", "patterned based", "domestic", "unimaginative"... With misperceptions such as these, even the best of contemporary fibre arts still tend to be undervalued. For a creative fibre artist, particularly one trying to work professionally, these conventions are a significant challenge to gaining critical respect
Alberta's land is big and bold and often inescapably powerful. In response, countless Alberta artistspainters, printmakers, potters and others —strive to
capture elementsof the land in theirwork.
They explore the bright flat of the prairies, the cold depth of boreal forests, the sharp texture of mountains, the fragility of alpine flowers, the multiple whites of winter or the mesmerising heat of summer. While thinking about light, colour, texture, pattern and detail, these artists - all of them - are ultimately challenged to express the power of the land.
and/or
market presence.
Despite this, some of the most adventurous and accomplished fine craft activity is in fibre media. And some of the most creative fibre work is done in the landscape genre. Perhaps landscape work is sufficiently removed from "sweaters and place mats" that it
ressions of landscape are relatively new in the realm of fibre arts. As fibre artists - quilters, needle workers, weavers, felt makers, fabric painters and others who work with fibre contemporize their fine craft disciplines, they are developing new visual approaches and innovative techniques for portraying and expressing the land. In media as diverse as felted wool, embroidered paper, tapestry and painted silk, they are exploring both representational and abstracted landscape ideas as varied and impressive as the land itself. This exhibition, organized by the Alberta Craft Council, to tour the province, brings you the best of recent landscape work in fibre.
becomes acceptable or valid as an expressive art form. Let's hope.
The principle motivation for all the work in this exhibition is a desire to portray or express the impact of our landscape. And there is no denying that Alberta has some of the most imposing atmospheres and boldest views - anywhere. In these pieces, land forms, sky configurations, plant colours, rock textures and all the other details of landscape, come to life in an almost unbelievablerange of material and imagery. TomMcFall
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Above:
PancakeBreakfast,Liv Petersen 4 woventapestries,13x 10" each
Opposite Page: CanolaFields1,MyrnaHarris 32x 203",Felt.
Above:
Adifferent Stripein Landscape, MargieDavidson 29.5x 48",QuiltedFabrics
Coiled Basket,Birch motif,JeanConnor,
Opening
Reception
Saturday January 12, 2002, 1 - 3 PM
Exhibition Run & Location:
January 12 to March 2, 2002, Alberta Craft Gallery, Edmonton
And touring Alberta for the next 2-3 years.
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FEATURE Symbol of Quality - a Benchmark
for Originality and Quality ALBERTA
CRAFT
On September29,2001,the ACC assembleda jury of professional craftartiststo reviewthe worksOf 7 new applicants to the ACC's Symbolof Quality program. This
program recognisescraft artists for their high degree of creativityand craftsmanship, and worksto establisha benchmarkfororiginality and qualitythat all craftproducersin Alberta can strive to achieve.The programalsoworks to increasethe public'sappreciationand awareness of all objectsmade by hand, therebygiving originalfinecrafta higher profileand value in the marketplace. LAURA J. CRAIG
is a hand-weaverliving in HighRiver.Sheproduces, amongother things,kitchenlinens and place-mats, one-of-a-kindthrowblankets,one-of-a-kindsaddle
blankets, production and one-of-a-kind collector's rugs.
Reaction to Action. Hand wovenmadefrom locally grown fibres. Designwas inspiredby her studies in
quantummechanicsand it's applicationto her life.
The juryspent severalhoursreviewingthe works of all the applicantsand was proud to recommend5 new craft artiststo the program. They are: LauraJ. Craig(Weaving—High River), Darcy Gusse-Edinga(Silk Painting —Red Deer),
Dianne Hove (Pottery —Calgary), Darlene Musser
(Kaleidoscopes —Cochrane), and Talar and JeanClaude Prefontaine(Wood—Calgary).
The AlbertaCraft Councilis currentlypreparing a featuregalleryexhibitionMarch9 to April 27, 2002to showcasethe works of all Symbolof Qualityparticipants.In May,the ACCwill host anotherSymbolofQualityjuryto reviewthe worksof new participants.Formore information and an applicationform pleasecall Erikain the office at (780) 488-6611,ext. 221 Or toll free in
DARLENE MUSSER,
fromCochraneproduces fancifulhand-madekaleidoscopes,hand mirrors,and "mysticalmagic"wands from
brass pipe, solder,dichroicglass, crystals, marbles,rocks and glass beads. Shespeaks of life as beingher inspiration: "Thekaleidoscopeaesthetic structurespeaksof warmth and beauty
WhenI gaze insideand turn the wheelsI am reminded.. 'such is life, colourful,beautiful- neverthe same."
Albertaat 1-8()()-362-7238. Youcan also find informationon our web site at www.albertacraft.ab.ca
DARCY GUSSE-EDINGA
DIANNE HOV'E,
Quality and function are emphasizedin all her work,
from Calgary,has beenexploring the limitless expres-
art piecesto q'iilted jackets and scentedsachets.Darcy
the North Mount pleasant art Centreof Calgary in
from beautifullyhandpainted silk scarvesandframed firmly believesthat art shouldnot be an isolated
experience, it should be part of our everyday lives.
givepotential of clay sincetaking a potterycourseat 1995.Shehas taken numerousworkshopsas well as
Summercoursesat the Red DeerCollege.Someof her
instructorsincludewell knowpotters WalterDexter,
Jim Etzkorn,/ohn Chalke,John Leach,Robert Archambeau,Barb Tipton,amongothers.
Alberta
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TALAR AND JEAN-CLAUDE PREFONTAINE,
are furniture designers and builders from Calgary. They
createbeautifulhandcraftedoriginal works in wood employingvarious techniquesincluding marquetry. Theirpassion to createwell madeobjectsby hand is
inspired by their quest for truth, meaning and beauty.
FEATURE
Series and Summerscapes
o
A World of Discovery
A numberof you reading this already know about Series at Red Deer College. It is the popular adult visual arts summer school that runs for
5 weeks from the end of June until the first week of August.
Participantscan choosefrom more than
55 different courses including jewellery, bronze casting, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, wood carving,
calligraphy,fibre arts and much more.
This summer, Series organizers are excited to take advantage of the fabulous carpentry shop at the college by offering new courses in furniture building. Look
for the Seriesbrochurein an up coming issue of AlbertaCraftMagazinefor more details. What people might not be as familiar with is Summerscapes,the visual arts program for teens at Red Deer College each August.
Summerscapesis a unique visual arts program aimed specifically for teenagers 15 to 17who want a taste of what it means to be a professionalartist. There are two one week programs in August in which to choosefrom.The first week is
designedto teachthe fundamentalsof drawing, painting,printmaking and
sculpture. The second week is geared for
students who have some training in art, either through high schoolor other programs.Participantscan register for either one or both weeks. The studentswork in the professional studios of Red Deer College and stay in their own privateroomsin the residence building that is attachedto the main college building. They are supervised at all times (male and female supervisors)
includingat night, giving parents the peace of mind knowing their children are being well taken care of. Within this supervised environment the teens are
treatedlike adults and are challengedto developoriginalideasand critical thought.
The students are led by a team of 4 MFA
graduates who are practicingartists and specialize in either painting, drawing,
printmaking or sculpture.Lunchtime lectures by visiting artists and evening slideshow and demonstrations by fine
craftartists round out the schedule.
The program is demanding and in-depth. Classes start at 9 a.m. and go till 9 p.m. The rigors of the program prepare
studentsfor the commitmentneededto go on to university or collegeart schools and for a life as a practicingartist. Summerscapesis an ideal opportunity to
help young people develop and grow both as young adults and as creative
artists. They enter an environmentthat nurtures their creativeideas and helps them to build confidencethrough the support of like minded young people. All of the technicianshired to help out at
Summerscapes are students of the college
and not much older than many of the participants.This gives the students a chanceto interactwith peoplejust a bit older than themselveswho are currently enrolled in a college art and design program.Studentsfind out first hand what a collegeart program is like and are prepared to make a wise decision on whether or not to pursue one. High schoolcan be challengingfor
rewarding.But it also exposesthem to the realityOfjust how muchhard work and commitmentit takes.
The successof Summerscapesis evident in the numberof peoplewho do go on to university or college and continue to develop and practice their art. Anne Brodie,the programmanagerat Red
Deer College, tells me just how exciting it is to go to a gallery opening and see the
works of one of her formerstudents on the walls. The program has been running at Red Deer College since 1984and shows no signs of slowing down. The cost to attend is $345 for each week and includesall art supplies, accommodation and food.The cost of the program is supplemented by the Alberta
Foundationfor the Arts. Eachyear the
Alberta Society of Artists (ASA) provides
8 scholarshipsfor individuals to attend:
2 from Edmonton, 2 from Calgary and 4 from rural Alberta. The president, Larry
Cromwell,of the ASAis very excited
about the scholarship program and receivesenthusiastic letters of response each year from the recipients. You can
contactthe ASAby phoning Danielle LaBriein Edmontonat (780)246-0072or email at: north@artists-society.ab.ca
The EdmontonStudentArts Societyhas
also, in the past, provided scholarships to students attending Summerscapesand
looks forward to doing so again in the
future. They are currently looking for the best way to set somethingup that will reward young people the opportunity to pursue their interest in studying art. The ACC will keep you posted on any
developments. -JC young artists to develop their potential. Governmentcuts to high schooleducation For moreinformation on Series or Summerscapes, oftenmeans that art coursesare limited formsand brochures,contact includingapplication and in some cases not even available.The Anne Brodie,C/O Series2002,Red DeerCollege, message students often get is that art is PO Box5005. RedDeer, Alberta, T4N 5H5 not important and it is certainlynot a Telephone(403) 342-3130, wise career option. Summerscapes refutes Toll Free 1-888-886-2787, that notion and exposes young people to FAX(403) 3474)399,
the idea that a life as an artistis richand 10 Magazine
E-Mailanne.brodie@rdc.ab.ca
THE NEWS 'TWAS THE NIGHT On Friday November 30, 2001 the ACC held
its 4th annual fun(d) raising event- "VTwasthe Night". The annual event is always a fun time with Splitticketdraws, door prizes,a silent auction, discounts on all purchases in the Shop, great food and beverages and an excellent opportunity to meet up with old friends and get to know new ones. The purpose of the event is to bring together membersand non members with artists and patrons and to celebrate the start of the holiday season. Oh yeah, we also try to raise a little bit of money to help with ACC programs and services. This year we raised close to 54500and completely
smashedour previoussingleday's sales
record in the shop! Thanks to all Ofyou who came out and contributed and we look for-
wardto seeingyou againsoon. A special thanks:
to all the artists and companies Who donated to the silent
auctions and draws
are:
Acadia PhysicalTherapy, Edmonton Opera,Audrey's Books, Northern Light Theatre,Workshop West Snow Valley, Marrnot Basin,Rabbit Ski Hill, WecanWeavers,Bibi, Christian Barr,Femande Beland,CarolJane Campbell, Jean Connor, Lynn Cote, Margie Davidson, DcbraDemers,Jim Etzkorn. William Forester,MarciaFossey Michelle Gluza, Susan Gottselib. Janet Grabner,Judith Green, Darcy Arne Handley, Myrna Harris, Crys Harse,Patti Hartnagel, Chris Hepburn, Gary Holdgrafer.Mary Holdgrafer.JeffHolmwoc•d,Cindy Hoppe, Dianne Hove, David Hunt, Kathy Husel, RoseannJanzen, Peter Kirk, Enzien Kufeld,JamesLavoie. Malcolm Macfadyen,Linda McBarnCuyler. Darlene Musser,Liv Pedersen,Collevn Rauschcr, Dianne Robinson, Dana Roman,Todd Safronovich. Robert Shiell, Andrew Tarrant,Rena Waite,Norma Westcott,Susan Whlte. Khaz.anaRestaurantand Elaine Emerson And thank you also to i/rose Who donated Ornaments for the
t tree
Fleur Mcl_auchlan,Fernande Beland,Sandi Skakun, Louise Pringle, Wendy Mceæs, Malcolm Mcfadyen.DarcyGusse-Edinga, Darren Petersen,Andrea Wilson, Kathy Husel. Susan WIute And Whal Thanks much,'
be
food and bm•erages.
Culture in the Making Devonian Gardens Gallery, March 2002
Secondannual province-widesurveyOf recentwork by Alberta Craft Council members. showing the best of Alberta craft to
Calgary and international audiences.
DevonianGardensGallery,
4th floor TD Square, 317-7Ave. SW Calgary March 6-28, 2002
Opening Thursday March 7, 5-8 pm The Alberta Craft Council may recommend
purchases of work from this exhibition for the Alberta Foundation for the Arts collection.
support OfOurfabuloustoll/" teem
I-larrish.Cheryl Fleming. MarciaFOSS", BarbCockrall,Dawna Joanne Hamel, KarinJackson,Aino Ketonen,Julie Naylor, tktha Pisarchuk,Sharon Rubuliak, 9•.ona Wehrn
CALGARYAREA GROUP UPDATE
Notice to all ACCmembersin the Calgary area: Anyone interested in receiving information about the activitiesof the Calgary area group please forward your e-mail address to the AlbertaCraft Council. We will be communicating through the weekly e-news.ContactErikaat: acc@albertacraft.ab.ca
Gallery,FridayMarch29,noon-5(only)Or can be pickedup, Orwill be shipped, from AlbertaCraft Council, Edmonton the followingweek.
Details:
Workwillbe insured while in the possession Ofthe Alberta Craft Council. Please indicate
insurance value if not for sale, or retail
value if for sale. Work sold as a result Of
this exhibitionwill be subjectto the
standard ACC 10%finder's fee.
Submissions:
All entries must be exhibitionready.
Send slides or photos and detailssuch as name and contact information, descriptions Ofpiecesand processes,resume, artist statement, etc. to Alberta Craft Council,
Edmonton,by FridayFebruary1. Selectionand notificationwilloccur the followingweek.
Work Selected for the e*hibition can be
deliveredor shipped toAlbertaCraft
Alberta Craft Couhcilreserves the right
to use submittedphotographs,or to photograph acceptedentries, for insurance, publicityand mediapurposes.Makerand photographerwillbe credited. Craftmedia demonstrationswillbe organized for Saturday afternoons throughout the exhibition.Pleaseconsidervolunteering.
Council, Edmonton by Friday March 1, 2002
or hand delivered to Devonian Gardens Gallery,TuesdayMarch5, 9-noon(only).
Information:
Alberta Craft Council, Erika, 780-488-661V
ext. 221or Alberta Craft Council volunteer, BarbHarrisonin Calgary,403-531-1519
Alley Kat Brewing Company, Chance Rcstaurant, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Restaurant,Sheraton Grande Hotel, Gourmet Goodies, Liquor Depot, Funky Pickle Pizza co And none Ofthis couldhave fakenplace Wit/' out the tremendous
WorkCanbe picked up at DevonianGardens
Watchfor upcoming seminars on the website or in the weekly e-news. Our first is on February2nd, 2001 at ACAD, in Annex A, meeting at 1:00, seminar at 2:00p.m.
"How to Write a SuccessfulGrant
Application" with Ross Bradley Visual Arts Consultantwith the AFA
Paneldiscussionwith Kirsten Abrahamson,ceramicistand ACAD
instructor along with Doug Haslam, master furniture maker, recentgrant recipient. Charge is $15 , $5 for students
In addition to our seminar on Feb.2 we
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January/February
are planning to have seminars on "Business Sustainability in an Erratic Market" and "Customs Regulations for Import and Export". These seminars will be open to all so come and bring a friend. Wantmore information? Call Norma (403)278-6079or Lyn Pflueger (403) 949 3503
POST CARDS & BUSINESS CARDS
Deadlinefor the next run is January 15, then May 15 and August 15. Contact
Erika,780-488-6611, in the officefor more information
CALENDAR CALENDAR SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
gra ph s houl d be i denti fi ed wi th da te, ti tl e s i ze a nd medi a .
call I-BOO-DOCRAFT or (780) 488-6611; fax (780) 488-8855;
title. Include a self-addressed stamped envelop for material
For the March/April 2002 issue: January 25, 2002
Generations Gallery
please send a biography or CV, statement of intent and show
e-mail: acc@albertacraftab.ca
Subrnissionsare currently being accepted for 2D and 3D work at Generations Gallery and the Gallery Dining Room QD work only) at
retum. Foruard all inquiries or applications to Facilities Stanley A Milner Libran}, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square.
rhe Alberta CraftCouncilis open to submissions of opportunities for craftspeople,fromany craft organization in the province,
the Mul ti cul tura l Centre i n Stony Pl a i n,Al berta . Pl ea s e i ncl ude 6-10
slides Of currentwork, a slide inventory,a currentCV and Mist
Edmonton, AB, T5J 2V4. Phone (780) 496-7080
statement Artist fees paid. S400 per 6 week exhibition. Phone Linda Stanier at (780) 963-2777 for more info, or foward submisSions to Generations Gallery,box 2188 Stony plain,AB. T7Z IX7
Focus On Fibre Art Association
space permitting. If you are interested in promoting a special event activity, gallery. show; or employment opportunity, please
Call for Entries - 2002 Competition. Juried competition and show
call the ACC office. The ACC makes every effort to ensure the
reliability of all the programs and serviceslisted below, however
of fibre arts encompassing traditional rug hooking. quilting. needlework, textile design, hand knitting, and weaving. Deadline
Art Market Online
469-1783, fax: (780) 463-5987, email: nuswc@telusplanet.net or website: wwwfocusonfibreartsorg.
booth you rent a page. Show and sell your work directly to consumers. Your products are available year round without travel expense or time away from the studio. Call today for your information flyer. Be pan of the future today!' Call toll free 1-877-
Art Market online is a juried art and craft web site marketed in
for entry is March 15, 2002. Contact Shirley Myroniuk at (780)
we will accept no liability for any loss or damage as a result Of doing business with any of the advertisers contained herein.
conjunction with a quality art and craft sale Instead of renting a
Art of the Book '03
CALLS FOR ARTISTS
The Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artist Guild is pleased to
929-9933 or 2T672-2411. Email:info@anmarketonline web
announce that it is currently accepting entries for its third juried
Si te: www.a rtma rketonl i ne.com Ma rl ene Loney. Art Ma rket
members' exhibition. The show will open at the York Quay
Gallery, Harbourfront, Toronto in the fall Of 2003 and will travel to several other Canadian cities from December 2003 through 2005.
www.prairiecrafters.ca
Prairie Crafters Online is located in the heart of the prairies and is
Entry fee is 520. Deadline for slide submissions is June 30, 2002. Request a call for entry application by writing:
dedi ca ted to provi di ng Internet expos ure to the ta l ented a rti s a ns ,
crafters, hobbyists and suppliers on the Canadian Prairies A craft show 24 hrs every day anywhere. Join us now (306) 978-1388 ma i l @pra i ri ecra fters ca
Art of the 300k '03, CBBAG, 176 street,suite 309. Toronto Ontario,M5T IX5 tel: (416) 581-1071
The Gallery on Main
Market Vendors Wanted —Edmonton
City Market on 97th For as low as SIO on Saturdays and lower
We are looking for a bronze artist to supply works for a retail art Gallery on Main Tel: 403-782-3402 gallery. Contact Wanda at Ema i l : a rts tore@tel us pl a net.net
is inviting emerging and established artists/photographers to submit proposals to show their work in the library's two spaces
Gallery and Theatre Foyer at the Stanley A Milner Library.We are seeking the works of artists who have achieved consistency in style and form. Each successful candidate will be able to exhibit
for up to 4 weeks in 2002. Each applicant must submit 12-14
photographs representlng the work to be shown. Each photo-
The Works Visual Arts Festival Appl i ca ti ons a re currentl y bei ng a ccepted for the 2002 The Works
Visual Arts Festival. Over 250,000 people attend The Works in 2001. There are many different programs and events to be involved With.Applications must be received no later than
January 25, 2002. For more information call (780) 426-2122,
email: theworksatelusplanet.net Web site: m•m.theworks.ab.ca
rates during the week you can rent a table at Edmonton's original
Little Church Gallery - Spruce Grove
Fa rmeds Ma rket! Sel l your home ba ked goods , ha nd-pi cked
Alberta visual artists to exhiblt work in all media are considered
The Quilt Project
31st. 2002 for exhibitions during the 2003 season. The gallery is approximately 300 sq. ft. For more information contact: The Selection Committee, Allied Arts Council of Spruce Grove, Box
produce. unique crafts, and more. Contact Nichole or Claudette at 424-9001
The Edmonton public Library
Productions PO. BOX 190, Barriere BC
A collection of diverse quilts by Canadian artists to be displayed
in a permanent place. Submissions should document the fives beliefs travel of the artist or their families. Deadline: ongoing.
on an annual basis The next deadline for submission is March
3511, spruce Grove, AB, T7X 3A8. Tel/Fax:(780) 962-0664 email: a l l i eda c@tel us pl a netnet
Contact: The Quilt Project. Women's Art Resource Centre 394
EuclidAve.suite 309, TorontuON M6G 2S9, Ph 416-324-8910
International Ceramics Conference
Series Visual Arts Summer School @ Red Deer College
May 24 - 26, 2002
"The Aesthetics of SkilP
July I —August 2, 2002
FeaturedCraftArtistsinclude:
Keynote Address: Paul Greenhalgh, President Nova Scotia College of Art and Design
* Brian Adam, New Zealand "Eyewear" * Bruce Cochrane, Ontario "Ideas & Techniques in
Presenters:
Clay?'
* Daniel Crichton,Ontario "Vessel/Nature" * WallyGilbert, England ' 'Repousse" * Doug Haslam, Calgary 'CFurniture Design"
PaulMathieu Glenn Allison Janet DeBoos Jack Troy Trudy Golley
Sixty 5-day workshops
PaulLeathers Katrina Chaytor JeannieMah
On campus accommodation Beginnersare welcomein many of the classes
Greg Payce
John Chalke
Red Deer
Demonstration, Lectures, Exhibitions, Trade Show, Pre and Post Conference Workshops
Call toll free for a brochure 1-888-886-2787
http://extension.rdc.ab.ca
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CALENDAR
CRAFT SHOWS AND FAIRS
workshops and classes ACC, artists in residence evening lectures Kathy Logan de contact information For more extras. special and
(Visit the Alberta Craft Council web site for a larger listings of craft shows and fairs in the province. wmv.a/bertacraft.ab.ca.Hit
Craft Business Training Manual
each show.)
guage that relate to practical problems and business deasions
the Events link and search the directory for complete details on
Art Market 2002
16th Annual art and craft sale. 210 Artisans, juried, high quality event. Dates: Nov. 14 — 17, 2002. Location: Telus Convention
Centre Calgary, AB. Apply early' call toll free 1-877-92Y9933 or 250-672-2411. Email: info@artmarketonline Web site: www.artmarketonline.com Marlene Loney, Art Market Productions. P.O.
Box 190, Barriere,dc VOE IE0
Creative Stitching and Crafting Alive
Feb 22 and 23, 2002 at the Sportex Building, Edmonton. AB.
Contact Peter Kiddell at (403) 242-0859 for more information or visit wens*lbertashows.com
EDUCATION Doesyour group offer classesor instruction that would be of interest to Alberta Craft Councilmembers? Fax us your informationat (780) 488-8855 and we will be swe to includeit in our
calendarsection
Voices in Cloth: A Quilters Gathering
Quilt Canada 2002, Edmonton, AB, 20-26 May 2002
The Canadian Quilters' Association proudly presents its biennial quilting conference, to be held at the University Of Alberta in
Edmonton from 20 - 26 May, 2002. The theme of Quilt Canada 2002, •Voices in Cloth: A Quilter's Gathenng•, exemplifies the
goal Of the CQNACC, which is to promote enjoyment and recog-
Chavez at (780) 487-1142 or visit mvw.canadianquilter.com Manual explores 10 modules taught in plain,
understandable lan-
facing craftspeople every day. Modules include: Product Development, ProducuonJStudio Management. Marketing: Distribution, Marketing: Pricing your Products, Marketing: Promotion, Record Keeping: Fling System and Clerical Records, Record Keeping: Keeping your Books financial Planning, and Your
Creative Explorations: A Series.
Mary Sullivan Holdgrafer and Wendy Huntington. Infusing Your Life With Creativity, Feb 14-17, 2002; Healing Stitches: How Your
Art Imitates Your Life, Sept. 27-0<.2.2002.
Discover and explore
your personal creative passion through working in textile arts Engage your creative process in a nurturing resort setting at
Haven by the Sea, Gabriola Island, BC. Brochure or to register. PD Seminars, 250-247-92211, website: vam.pdserninaLCorn for course information: mshold@interbaun.com.
The Cultural Management Institute
The Centre for Cultural Management at the University of
Business Plan. Call the office in Edmonton: 488-6611 or toll free in AB: 1-800-362-7238. to purchase your manual.
Waterloo is offering an online professional development opportu-
GLASS APPRENTICESHIP
Fundraising, Human Resources Management. Planning and Organizational Management. New courses are added several
VETRATE ARTISTICHE TOSCANE is a company based in Siena
(Italy) which specialises in the creation of stained, painted and
Each apprenticeship is for a period of three months
fused
starting in either January, April, July or October. Although the scheme is of particular benefit to beginners; advanced and professional glass artists have found the apprenticeship to be very
useful to enhance their skills and exchange ideas We can also
help participants find suitable accommodation. English spoken in the studio. For more information please contact : Vetrate
Artistiche Toscane. Via della Galluzza. 5, 53100 Siena, Italy,
Ema i l : i nfo@gl a s s i s l a nd.com Web Pa ge: mvw.gl a s s i s l a nd.com
Grant MacEwan College - Edmonton
Offering classes in drawing, design, sculpture photography, art
nity for managers in cultural organizations Learning modules include: Communication and Education, financial Management times a year.Visit http://cmm.cwaterloo.caand hit the CM' link.
City Arts Centre - Edmonton
City Arts Centre in Edmonton offers winter art programming for families youth, adults children and pre-schoolers. Classes include Pottery — Raku, Beginners and Intermediate. Sculpture —Castirg Soapstone Carving and Sculpture with Clay Silversmithing/ Jewellery, Drawing, Painting and many more. For info call (780) 496-6955.
Weaving Certificate programme
Hand Weavers, Spinners and Dyers of Alberta. Push your boundaries. Sharpen your skills Take on the challenge of a home study
and April, faculty members conduct information sessions for potential students The program is explained in detail. student
module in weaving. Set your own schedule and work toward achieving certification. Contact Gayle at 780-987-3593 or gayleis@telusplanetnet for more information.
accept applications to the fine art program on Dec. 1.
Classes in Knifemaking,
hi s tory, pa i nti ng, i ntermedi a , contempora ry a rt i s s ues . In Februa ry
work is shown and tours are provided. lhe Registrar will begin to For more Information call (780) 497-4321.
nition of quilt artistry through communication and co-operation. Highlights include exhibitions throughout the city including at the
Stock removal. damascus. mokuma, and tool making (forges grinders) November 2001 through April 2002 For more informa-
tion visit v.ww.storchknivescom or contact Ed Storch at 780 763-2214.
Insurance
Program
id you know that there is now a program of business insurance tailored for the Canadian Craft Industry?
WE DID IT!
YOU TOLD US YOU NEEDED:
E-mail: klibenstein@nacora-can.com
• a custom program with broad coverage
For complete details, contact Kim Libenstein,
ProgramCo-ordinatorand AccountExecutive Nacora Insurance Brokers Ltd., 1075 Bay St., Suite 404, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2B1 Tel: 1-877-922-3000, ext. 222 Fax: (416) 922-8400
Alberta Craft Council Members save $25.00.
• including exhibitions across Canada and the USA • liability coverage in the studio for craft instructors • and greatly reduced program rates
Why have a risky business? Craft
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CALENDAR A-RT. Glass studio
Offers dasses ard supplies for stained glass Learn a variety of
techniques and make your rwn stained glass panels. For a complete listing of classes offered in January and February contact
Rosa Ta•ylorat AR. T. Glass Studios in Edrnonton at (780) 413-0118 or (780) 458-1174
The Banff Centre
Mede & Visual Arts T elematic Residency 2m2. Facilities include:
ceramics mixed media, computer arts/new meda, painting. paper performance art. photography, print meoa. sculpture. television and Vida textiles Restdenc-f runs April 22 to June 2, 2002.
Contact the Banff Centre at (403) 762-6180 or write to: Box 1020, 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive. Banff. AE TOL OCO
EXHIBITIONS and EVENTS
fine arg and crafts available and produced by local artists and to give the artists a chance to meet the public. Join us at the Croft
ORGANIZATIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
Email: info@croftgallervcom
HAWT - Hot Artists With a Thirst
21054th st SW
T2S IW8Tel: 403-245-1212
A newly formed glass organization of the Prairies whose main objectives are to connect and have fun, with just enough structure to keep it going. It is open to ideas from all members: to run
GRANTS/AWARDS
with a project. take charge Of an event, plan an activity that involves the participation Of any interested members. HAWT will provide financial aid. For more information write HAW.T.
the Alberta Craft Council web site for a cornplete listing of grants awards and scholarships available to Aberta craft artists wmv.albertacraft.ab.ca Follow the Info link and then hit on Grants and Awar&
Alberta Potters' Association
OPPORTUNITIES
Communim the representative of the clay community to all Of government and the general public a promoter Of ceramic excellence Indivtdual memberships Start at 530.00 Write to the
apt 4, 5367th Ave NW. Calgary AL T2N OZI
The APA aspires to be the collective voice of the Alberta Clay
APA C/O Enzien Kufeld, Treasurer,9343-70 Ave Edmonton, AB. T6E OT8 emad: cbarr@planet.eon.net
Artichoke. Western Canada's only nationall•ßstnbuted visual
The Station Cultural Centre in Okotoks
•The Free Spirits-. consisting of artists use Anysas-Salkauskas Vickie Nemngton, Betty Louden. Ann Haessel and Raill Wold. are exhibiting at The Station Cultural Centre in Okotoks (53 Railway Avenue Okotoks. Alberta) from January 8 through January 26. 2002. The show is •Fantasy in Fibre• and the gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 5 pm. The Opening is
SaturdayJanuary 12 from2 to 4 pm.
Canadian craft art and artists The first Special Efftion, in print in features 56 pages of thoughtful commentanes and reviews, plus luscious full-colour photographs Contact Artichoke Publishing 208 - 901 Jervis Street Vancouver BC V6E 286 or visit Artichoke's website
EXTUS - formerly NEBS
Untitled Arts Society - Calgary
•Pieces of a Picture' by Ryan Hamilton and Tanya Mastrobuono, Untitled Arts Society +15 Window 225 - 8th Ave SE (West end of Performing Arts Centre corridors 2nd Floor) On view from
December1st 2m1 to January31st.2002
The Croft
a rts ma ga zi ne i s publ i s hi ng Speci a l Edi ti ons s howca s i ng
regional The Croft features fine arts and crafts prcduced artists. Regular exhibitions are held to inform the public Of the
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