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l•myACC The Alberta Craft Council's first annual fundraising campaign has been a success. As of mid March 50 members have con-
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Each individual contributionbenefits the Alberta Craft Council in three ways. As arts funding deteriorates in Alberta, cold-hard cash makes a difference! Each contribution also shows others that someone cares encouraging others to contribute. And each
contributionwill help the ACC show funders that members and friends care. This is important because almost all funding now has "matching" conditions. Please visit the ACC's web site at wurw.albertacraft.ab.cato follow the progress of the "I love my ACC" campaign. (Even if you are not on-line,ask a family member,a friend or someoneat your local library to take you
there.You'llsee virtual exhibitions,the new calendar,the Alberta craft map, member's portfoliosand much more. The site is quite fabulous!)
The board and staff of the ACC are extremely grateful and we extend our heart felt thanks to everyone who has shown their support by contributing financially to the Alberta Craft
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I collectbowls. I guess my passion Production craft artists are faced with an extremelydifficulttask for this form has grown since I due to the nature Ofthe work they Our visitorswant to take home have been inundated with, Is less began working in the Craft do. Not only do they have to consomethingmade locallyand our more when it comes to selling fine GalleryShop. Admittedly, I am art? It depends. Some art galleries quiteparticularnowadaysabout sider their product, more so than citizensare patrioticand proudof the exceptionalcraft art coming Out are Very successful when they dis— the bowls I purchase. Size, shape, their art, they also must consider surface design and the feel Ofit in their market. Who is buying the play as fewas fiveor sixpaintof Canada. In a time of fast food, my hands are important. Price work and why? Craft artists also quickfixes,and disposableeveryings at a time. Is less more when usuallymattersdependingon have to ensure that they have a it comes to selling fine craft? Not thingwe have been floggedwith how much I think I need it, how marketablebody of work and are usually.When it comes to fine the conceptOfmass production. close to payday it is and for which able to make enough Ofit at a craft, consumersseek variety. Westriveforindividualityin corpurpose I am buying it. If I view steady pace to ensure a profit. be able to make the They want to porate North Americaand we have foundWecan attainthis through best possiblechoicefrom the best the bowl as an art piece, I am will- Their competitionis fierce.I can ing to pay more for it. buy a mass-producedbowl at any possibleSelection. art and craft - whether it be a quilt department store. I can be trendy hanging on the wall or a ceramic and shop at IKEAbut what I want bowldisplayedon the coffeetable. There is a definite trend to buy
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Red Deer College presentsa great selection of workshops you can attend this summerat Series 2003. It is absolutely one of Canada's mostactive and exciting summer school of the arts. From hot glass
to cold fibre dying, pottery to painting and everything in between for the experienced or the novice Series 2003 offers something for everyone.
Many Alberta Craft Council memberswill be
teaching their skills and passing on their techniques
at Series 2003. The following is a listing of Alberta Craft Council members you can take a course from at Series 2003 this summer. For more informationon all Series courses or to register call 1-888-886-2787 or visit http://extension.rdc.ab.ca James Lavoie
Tyler Rock Anatomy of a Vessel
Introductory Glass Fusing
May 19 - 23
James is the owner/operatorof Studio
in
Edmonton.His uMrkhas beenexhibited across Canada. including the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery and the Glenbow Museum. In 1999 some of his work was used as table
accentsfor the Canadian National Culinary Team.
June9 - 13
IVIerhas beenemployedas a hot glass educa-
tor at ACADsince 1995, He has u%'rkedin glass studios in Canada. the United States and France,as well as being involved in numerous international collaborations. He
currently manages ••Norm•s Garage", a hot
shop in Calgary.
Darren Petersen Introductory Hot Glass
Todd Safronovich
Darren is a professional glass artisan who
glass program in 1997. He has worked as
June 30 —July 4 Hot Colour, June 9 - 15 exhibitshrs across North Amencn. He rrcerred a BEAm glass from the Alberta
College of Art and Design (ACADY Inspired
by the beauty and challenge offornnng molten
glass. he
particularly interested in Venetian
Gather, Block, Blow
Jeff Holmwood
Introduction to Glassblowing
July 7- 10
JeffHolmtoood studied glass at the Alberta
Brenda Malkinson Sketching in the Landscape June 30 —July 4
Brenda is a graduate of the Albert College Of
College of Art and Design in Calgary from
Art (1975) and currently teorks out of her stu-
at the National Students Exhibition GA-S.
ing art for adult education in the public school system,fifteen years teaching for Senes and the past six years at the University of Alberta Faculty of Extension. Her work uhlizes several mediums including glass, drawing and paintins. Her wrk is represented in sæeral Canadian galleries including the Scott Gallery
1990-1994. In March 1994, he placed second
Conferencein Oakland, Califomia. Besides workmg on his own glass art. Jeffhas also uvrked as a glass technician for Red Deer Collegeand the Alberta College of Art. He runs his hot shop (Glass Happens) in Edmonton whcn• he regularly hosts work-
shops, coursö, and demonstrations for novice and intermediateglass blowers His work is
exhibited nationally and intemationally.
Lisa Cerny BYOB - Blow Your Own Bubble,July 28 —August I
Lisa teachesregularly for the Alberta College of Art and Design's continuing education and Summer Art Institute and Red Deer College.
She is also a studio assistant at ACAD and
recently receiveda Fellowshipat the Creative Glass Center ofAmerica at VVheatonVillaW New Jersey-
David Kemp Carving a Walking Stick — August 4 —8 Davtd is a native Albertan whose unique
carvings, canes and walking sticks are displayed in galleries across Alberta. He is an instructor at LeeValleyToolsin Edmonton and at Red Deer College'satension program. His work is in numerous private collections including those of Anthony Hopkins. His carvings appeared in the Spring 2001 edition of WoodcarvrngIllustrated
dio in Edmonton. She spent eight years teach-
in Edmont0'L
Linda Chow An Introductionto Jewellery Making —June 30 - July 4 An Introductionto Gem Setting —July 21 —25
Linda Chowwas bom in Hong Kongand came to study jctccllery at the Alberta Coll. ofArt, graduating in 1973.She has Iren an established goldsmith for over 20 years and returned
to ACAD
to explor
new
"tetal tech-
ntques in 1992. Linda is now co-owner (along with Crys Harse) of Simply Metal Studtos m Calgary.
Ed Storeh Knife Making —July 7 —11 Ed is a professtonal knife makerfrom
Mannville,AB. His knivesare
worldwide
commonly usedfor martial arts
or
by chefsand hunters. His fighting knives am
eu•rcrsB and many are waxed and displayed
by appreciative collectors Ed hosted the 1998
Northwest Canadian KnifemakersSymposium
and teachesworkshopsregularly from his home workshop
May 19 - 23
Todd Graduated from Sheridan College's the studio technician and teaching assis-
tant at Red Deer College's Hot Glass
Program. He currently lives and works in Edmonton.
techniquesand design.He lives m Red Deer where he operates a home-based hot shop studio
(g FusedGlass "Crackle"Plate by JamesLavoie
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Handblown Gobletsby TylerRock
Woven Copper Basket by Crys Harse
Arlene Westen Japanese Surface Techniques
Andrea Simpson Original Designing for Stained
Doug Haslam Craft Furniture from Start to
Arlene has beena practtcing artist for over 20
Andrea began workmg in stainedglass in 1985. She specializes in three-dimensronal worksfabricated e•xclusivelyfrom flat glass
and metal. She has receivednumerous com-
Doug has been a destgner/make•rof studio furniturefor eighteen years, He is a founding member Ofthe Furniture Society and has exhibited m Japan and throughout Canada.
a law firm in Kansas City. and the
there is no wrong way Ofdomg things, just a
July 7- 11
years. She has facilitated many aorkshops in
surface design on fabric and paper, papermak-
ing and book arts throughout Alberta. She is currently a faculty member of ACAD's Continuing Education Services She graduated With a BFAfrom ACAD in 2001.
Ross Bradley Alternative Polaroid
Glass-July 14- 18
missions, including works for CFB Cold Lqke,
Govemment of Canada. She has participated in many group exhibitions and recently had a solo exhibition at the National Exhibition
Centre, Swift Curellt, Saskatchewan.
Techniques: Image Transfers and EmulsionTransfers
Jim Etzkorn
For more than 20 years Ross has explored the Image of the human figure as metaphor through a variety of media. For the past four years he has extended this enploration through a body of R'larotd transfers resulting in two solo exhibitions. Ross is a graduate of the Ontario College of Art and the Unwersity of Guelph and is a hfetime member of the Alberta Society of Artists.
Jim has beena studio potter for sixteen years and has beenselectedin many juried shows
July
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Crys Harse Woven Metal Baskets
July 14- 18
Patterned Copper Vessels
July 28 —August
Crys Harse was born and educatedin England but now lives in Calgary. She has a fine arts degreefrom the Alberta Collegeof
Art and Design. Initially a basket maker,she
is currently exploring several avenues within
theframework of metalsmithing and basketry.
Her work has be exhibited locally, nationally and intemationally and is in numerous collections around the worid. She is co-cru.•ner of Simply Metal Studio in Calgary.
Earthbound? An Introduction to the Wheel —July 21 —25
His work is represented in collections in Australia, ILS.A„ Japan, Europe,and Canada
He is a graduateof ACAD. was a residentat the Banff Centre of Fine Arts, and taught at
the University of Mamtoba and Red Deer
Tom McFau Breaking all the Rules: New Furniture from Inspiration to Market —July 21 —25
Join our very own ACC ExecutiveDirector
Tom McFall along with his fonner busmess
partner Peter Golanski in this course. Both
Tomand Peter have extensive crpenence in furniture destgtl for industrial and craft production. Before becoming ED of the Alberta
Craft Council Tom taught Furniture Design at the Universaty of Alberta Faculty OfExtension as well as Industrial Design and Design
Trudy Ellen Golley
Finish- July 21 - 25
Hehasa passionfor his artformand believes
whole lot Ofright ways for dlfferent people
Barb Pankratz Hand Papermaking July 28 —August 1
Barbis a graduateOfGrantMcEwan
Community College usual Art, ma,'0ring in Fibre_She exhibits her ux)rk regularly, as well as teaching throughout the province, including at Red Deer College, Olds College, and the Cities of Edmonton and Calgary. Her work is in numerous collections including the Alberta
Fourdation for the Arts and the Mary Kaiser Library, Fort Smith
Lyn Pflueger Dressed in Magic: Cloth and Clothing in Handmade Felt
July 28 —August I
Lynn graduated, BSc.,from the University of Sydney, Australia and completed her BF-Aat the Alberta College of Art and Design in 1996. She has taught felt-making for several
years including at Senes She is currently a sessional instructor in mixed medial at the Alberta Collegeof Art and Destgn and continto regularly exhibit her own work.
Unconventional Clay: Form and Surface —July 21 —July 25 at Medicine Hat College and to repeat at Red Deer College August 4 —8
Trudy received her undergraduate training in Ceramics at theAlberta CollegeOfArt and Design and the University OfCalgary (BFA
1988).She was a participant in the
Cycle Ceramics Residency at the Banff Centre
for the Arts in 1988-89 from which she went on to MFA studies at the University of Tasmania in Hobart, Tasmania, Austmlia
(MFA1991),Sheis a n•cipientofawards
the Canada Council, Manitoba Arts Council,Alberta Culture and has recently
been inducted into the Royal Canadian Academy She is currently an instructor in Vrsua/Art and Ceramics at Red Deer College.
Garry Williams
Figurative Ceramic Sculpture August 4 —8
Garry graduated MFA (Sculpture) from Nova Scotla College of Art and Desrgn and has taught extensively while continuing to exhibit and complete major commissions, Garry is cum•ntlyworking on a seriesof six large ceramic and bronze vessels,which depict endangered species that are indigenous to
Alberta. He is working in collaboration with
biologists from the Calgary zoo and is being funded by the Alberta Foundation Of the Arts.
He tells us that the aesthetic will be one Of
mystery and the sublime and will engage an audience not through didactic propaganda but with material and physical expenence-
Histony at the u ofA peter currently chairs
the Wood Products Design at Kootenay School of the Arts Tom and Peter have worked
togetheron many prorcts including exhibits,
day care equipment, retail interiors and furniture products.
Blown Glass by Jeff Holmtvood
Pottery by Jim Etzkorn
HandmadeKnivesby Ed Storch
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"The Ties That Bind" byJean Brandel April 1 2th through May 24th
Opening reception: Saturday April 12,
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to 3:00 p.m.
"Beneaththe thawingearthlifebeginsto stir Cloudsdriftacrossa sun hung Heavyin the sky Willowsawakenand sprout their Soft grey fur In the breeze dry stalks of cattails Wave on high
Many Strange Birds by Brandy Leavitt Blown Glass
Season'schangebringswith it newbirth Nature shows her fragilityand her
Tremendous worth."
Various sizes,
tallest: 30" x 5" x
— I-Ita Marshall
"Thelies That Bind"by Jean Brandel is an exhibitionof fibreassemblages,mixed
mediacollagesand art quiltsthat depict seasonalchangeand the visualcomplexities that comewith that change.The poem abovewasincludedin her proposalforthis exhibitionand speaksclearlyabouther inspiration.Jeanhas beenexpressingher artisticvisionthroughfibreand textiles
since 1985.Beforediscovering the joys of working with textilesJeanspent more than ten yearsexploring ideas and possibilitieswithclay.
Jeanallowsus a little insight into her process:"I have alwaysbeen a non-traditionalist at heart; freedom and innovation are the most important elementsin my approachto making art. "The textileworks are constructedthrough an accumulationof layers on the surfaceand providestwo differentvisualexperiences:a strong compositionwhen viewed from a distanceand a rich, textured surface full of colour,pattern and energy when viewed closely. "I like to work intuitively,letting the pieceemerge rather than planningahead.Thismethodintroducesexcitingunpredictabilityas I cut fabricand paper shapesdirectlyas though I am drawing with a pencil. The process and I become one as these cuts are the extension of how I see and feel about the shapesthat developspontaneously."
shortest: 8" x 4" x 3" photo courtesy of artist
ACAD Graduates
from the Glass and Jewellery & Metals departments May 31 throughJuly 5, 2003 The 2003graduating class from the Glass Department and Jewellery& Metals Department at Alberta CollegeOfArt and Design (ACAD)Will be showcasedin the DiscoveryGallerythis May 31 through July 5. These emerging craft artists Willbe exhibiting a variety Ofworks that demonstrate their ability to transmute their visions and ideas into physical objectsof fine craftsmanship. The works in the exhibitionwill
includebody-ware,vessels,wallpieces,and sculpturalwork,using materialsthat complimentand/ or juxtaposeone another. ACADstudentsspendextensivehourslearningtraditionaltechniques
in a contemporarycontext. By their fourth year they start to work independently in their studiosdevelopingpersonalideas,which are then expressedin the mediumof their developedexpertise.TheJewellery& Metalsprogram includes:metal-smithingtechniques(largescalesoldering, brazing, raising,chasingand vesselmaking),along with, stonesetting, casting,chasing,milling,mould making and more.
Jean lives and works in Prince George, BC and has exhibitedher works in BC,Alberta, Saskatchewanand Ontario.Her works are held in
Glass students take the technical and conceptual knowledge of glassblowing and developtheir individual paths through experimentation and playing. The Glass Department teaches hot glass manipulation and decoration, and kiln-formingtechnology.
Catholic Diocese OfPrince George and the Lion's Gate Hospital in Vancouver,BC.
Bothgroups of studentsdedicatelong hours to the developmentOf their craft and, upon graduation,have acquiredboth skillsand knowledge that will allow them to develop original fine craft works of distinction.Many graduates of the Alberta Collegeof Art and Design have gone on to carveout verysuccessfulcareersin their chosendisciplines. Thisexhibitionwill reflectupon the qualityof the work that comesout of the collegeand the passionthat theseyoung artistshave for their craft. Come out and view the works of this next generation of Canadianfine craft artistsand designers.
privateand publiccollectionsincludingthe
Youcan meet this exciting artist at the opening
Of "TheTiesThat Bind"on April 12 from 1:00to 3:00 p.m.
of triptych, Collage, 10 1/4" Square Top: A pond in Spring, Right; Autumn Equinox, Collage, 22.5" high x 14.5" wide Photos courtesy of artist
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profiles highlights the talents and accomplishments Of Alberta Craft Council members. If you would like your work featured in Profiles send us your professional quality slides with captions, a bio, an artist statementand any "good news, Or struggling", story you may have. Clearly mark your envelope •profiles —For the Magazine."
Hilary Crowson - Edmonton Hilary Crowson is the guest curator for
and Protect, an exhibi'ionof body objects that
nurture,safeguard, strengthenor defend, on display at the Alberta Craft Council Gallery, April 12 throughJuly 5, 2003. She was born in Tokyo, lived
inJapan and Barbados untilage 6. spent a year in Washington, DC and did the restof her growing up in England. After 5 years OFworking as a prc>
fessional actor she returned to school to study Jewellery Design at South Thames College in London, England and then completed a B A (Hons) in Jewellery Design at Middlesex University, in London. While studying at Middlesex, Hilary initi-
enthusiastic about Hilary's desire to become involved with the local scene and thought that a
good way for her to get to know what was hoppening in Alberta would be to guest curate an exhibition. After reviewing her background he could tell
thatshe was more than qualified to do the lob. Tom and Hilary worked together to develop a specific
things she could become involved in. Tom was
your work Hilary and good luck in all your future endeavours' Australia's gain will be
loss
felt this needed a bit more edge, so added the
that give protection — in any form — to the wearer Hilary became excited about the possibilities of
20021 her partner'scareer in the oil and gas indus
Never one to sit on her laurels, she began to seek
ready to move bock to Australia as her partner's career tokes 'hem to many places. Thanks for all
element of protectionto 'he mix. Wearable oblects
discussed, and many people became intriguedwith the idea. Soon submissionswere reviewed and the exhibition was decided upon
Out other artists in Edmonton who were working in similar ways and with similar materials. Her searching brought her to the Alberta Craft Council to meet with our Executive Director, Tom B&Fall and look for
expecting their firstchild soon and they are getting
an open brief on the theme Of adornment. Hilary
such an exhibition and quickly got to work. Letters
try brought them to Edmonton where Hilary quickly became involved in the local arts and craft scene.
person's life? Hilary and her partnerare
idea for the exhibition. It started out as a show with
ated her own foreign exchange, which took her to
Curtain University of Technology in Perth, Australia where she spent a year of her degree in the iev•v» ellery and 3D department. Last summer (August,
so what is next in this busy and talented
went out, calls for entry were posted, ideas were
Hilary's enthusiasm and desire to become involved in the craft scene is inspiring. In a matter Of a Few short months she went from moving to a foreign
countryand knowing very few people to meeting many craft artists involved in numerous disciplines
and guest curating an exciting new exhibition in
Pudenda
Alberta's only public gallery exclusively devoted to the exhibition and promotion OFcraft.
Photo courtesy
Fibreglass
gold leaf, acetate
Susan Gottselig - Canmore Susan Gottselig was born in the U.S. in the late
1940's and lived in EastAfrica until 1960. She immigratedto Canada in 1974 and currentlylives
and works in the Rocky M'ountains Of Canrnore, Alberta. Susan holds a B.F.A. from the Alberta
College of Art and Design as well as a 'Av%ster's
degree. She exhibitsin Canada and international• ly and her work can be found in many corporate
and private collections.
Susan is best known for her bold, distinctiveimages
that commission project finished. The music is on full tilt and the glass just comes alive!
I justfeel so fortunateto be able to make a living doing something I really love and to have had such a good response to my imagery to make that happen."
You Can contact her at Mineside Studios, 1062
EvergreenCircle, Canrnore, AB, T IVV 2P9 Tel.
(403) 6786564 or Fax. (403) 6789392
that communicate expressions basic to humankind
and our relationshipto our world, Her expressive work has universal appeal and conveys her For creating sculpture from molten glass
She uses the inherent properties Of glass and vibrant colour to capture the essence Of her images. Themes for her work reference the human figure, nature, and the environment. Sources for ideas and concepts arise from her life experiences and perceptions.
Susan is very excited to be opening her very own
hot shop glass blowing facility in Conmore, AB this summer. "There is nothing like sitting down at the
glass blower's bench at the beginning of each day. I justcan't wait to starton a new image or get
Above: Celebration figures, Hand blown glass Left: Nest, Clear and amethyst glass, slate
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April 12 through July 5, 2003
Adorn and Protect An exhibition of body objects that
nurture, safeguard, strengthen or defend
Protection, be it from physical, spiritual, or imagined harm, has long been associated with, and kept close to the body. It seems to hold a greater power with its proximity to the wearer. Amulets and talismans, weapons, as jewellery, incorporated into clothing. We wrap our protection around ourselves, we decorate; we adorn. From wearing a wedding ring to pulling on our everyday clothes, we adorn, and protect ourselves continually.
We know that man has used these forms Ofprotection since pagan
times.Archeologistshave discovered talismansworn by prehistoric man; and we are familiar with the discoveriesof scarabjewelleryand suchlike of the Ancient Egyptians.
Plinydescribesthree kinds of amulets,so they were clearlyused by the Romans.Mostworld religions have used them. Many Catholicsstill wear a St Christopher medal to guard themselveswhilst traveling. Bonesand other reliquary were popular with the Victorians.Think of a locketcontaining a snippet Ofhair or a portrait. Writingshave longbeen worn as a form of protection.These becameespeciallypopularthroughout Europefrom the late middle ages, and often took the form of a
scrap of parchmentcontaininga religioustext; they were carried in little decorativeboxes about the person.Takea strollthroughthe shops in Whyte Avenuetoday,and you'll findsimplesilverjewellery with a word or phrase to empower
but this whistledoesn't blow,and Rowleybelievesit shouldn't. Its
'luckyboots'you won't play a game without.
Prologue hat, seekingto permeate the thoughtsand preserve wisdom.
Adorn and Protectexplores this
headpiecereferencesShakespeare's
the wearer. Or think of that pair Of
theme from a contemporary perspective. Glenda Rowley'sNursesWatch,or FeminineProtectionis the result Of
workingalongsidenurses in a hospital environment. VVhilst women everywhereare susceptible to sexual attack, it was the vulnerabilityher colleaguesfeltwhen leaving work after long,exhausting shifts in the dead of night which she responded to. '"Perhaps,"she thought, "instead of
function is simply to serve as a
reminder.
Carissa Cameron Matthews wraps
a reminder around the head of her wearer with her What's Past is
vibrantlycolored Thisdelightful, The Tempest.
" What'spast is Prologue,"asserts that
our destinyis shaped by our history, whether we choose to repeat it
or learn from it. The relationshipof
the past to the futureis a neverending circle...the shape Ofa hat!" The other hat in this exhibition is
cleverlywhimsicalconceit.Linda Hawke'sInspirationBeretallowsin the inspiring,whileblockingout that which distracts.
wearingwatchesthey Oughtto wear whistles... Anyone who's witnessed
"This hat selectivelyconnects ideas. Only the ones of interest rest on its
that silence can be the enemy.
they ride the waves of creativity,
or beeninvolvedin violenceknows Perhaps then, the whistle is the
strongest as an icon. They do effec-
tivelyshatterthe silence,don't they?"
surface.Likeflotsamon the sea
adorningyour head beforepassing through the filter and into the depths of your artisticprocess." Surelyan asset to any artist. Chris Hepburn's protectionis a
condom. This one's made of silver chain maille.Silver,for its talismanic qualities,and chain maille to pro-
tect fromphysicalharm. He talks aboutsexand power,sexand death, sex as a weapon.
NancyCritesdefends her wearer with a boa made fromthe pages of shredded self-helpbooks.Popular icons from this genre, such as Dr
Opening Reception April 12, 1 —3 p.m.
Phil,serve as raw materialfor her work.
Guest Curated by Hilary Crowson
NursesWatch,or,FeminineProtection By Glenda Rowley
SterlingSilver
"Armed with the
John Blair'sFragranceNecklace (cover) is a delicate floral-etched
wisdomand adviceof
ampoulefor aromatherapyoils;
Ron Maunder's twig rings repreSent the continuity of life,and Tara
Oprah, Deepak Chopra and others, no situation
Owen's water-dropcopper bracelet
grants a river Ofprotection.
will be too stressful or traumatic."
Sarabeth Carnat and Karen Cantine have both made silvernecklaces with the protectivepowers of semi-
preciousstones.Cantineemploys amethyst;whichis said to inspire virtue and high ideals—and also to protect the wearer from intoxication Above centre: and drunkenness. Carnal's assists WesternPanel Coat(back),byJean Weller her Wearerin maintainingtheir identity. And Jackie Anderson has Above:
Mandy Gravells evokes her child-
hood,when "everythingwas possible if you thoughthard enough." She remembers games with her sister, dreams of being a clever, beauti-
fulgrown-up,in her velveteen
wrap: Wrappedin a Memory.Their
eiderdownsbecameopulentadornments,and miraculouslythey became invincible,and ready to conquer the world. Froma tiny sketch of a Dusty Millarplant she created a repeated, Ornate pattern,
and when she finishedshe realized it had become a flying carpet.
Sandra Giles coversa tableand furnishesit for the sacrament,in
her sterling silver CommunionTable
Ring.It is at this table she finds
her relationshipwithher God.
Glassesfrom left to right: Botllo (GaudiGlasses)
eyewear by Jackie Anderson RCA
acetate,sterling
"So it is here that I find the greatest reassurance that I am loved and the
belovedof God that I know,at the coreof my being, that in the words of Julianof Norwich,"All shall be well,all shall be well,all manner of things shall be well." "
Nadine Fentonweaves a conundrum of portableprotectionand whimsy.Usingtraditionalskillsof crochetingand lace making, with finesilver and anodizedcopper wires she embellisheswith sea pearls, to "protectthe wearer against monotony, boredom, and
feelinglike a mere mortal."
Susan Burwash's Full Mettle + Jacket
from the HockeyMom Haute Couture
Tunnel Vision
Rink-ware Collection is a multi-media bustier.It referencesthe mortalbut super-human Queen Boadicea,who foughtthe Romansalongsideher daughters,and here depicts a female warrior who is both a hockey and a dance mom, fiercelysupportiveOfher offspring.
acetate,sterling
Arlene Westen's Fitto belied is a
Kings cliffe
eyewear by Jackie Anderson RCA
sterling, plastic Woo10owin
eyewear by Jackie Anderson RCA
sterling. plastic
eyewear by Jackie Anderson RCA
straightjacketwedding dress.
a strong collection Ofbeautifully crafted eyeglasses.A life-longspee tacle wearer, she describes them as not only shaping how a person is viewed,but also how the wearer
viewsthe world.
Jean Wellerhas made a striking red PanelCoat,based on a 12th century
Tibetandesign. She has imbuedit with North and South American symbols,fromthe circularPrairie Pointdesignrepresentingthe cir-
cling of wagon trains of early settlers, to Seminole and Arrowhead
patchwork.Redis one of the four coloursof humanityin firstnations lore,and here symbolizesthe West. So an appealingexhibitionin a variety of media,with soul,subtlety and humour.And somebeautifully crafted work.
- Hilary Crowson
Full Mettle + Jacket from the Hockey
MomHaute CoutureCollection By Susan Bur-wash
copperwire,fabric, glass beads,paper Below: CommunionTableRing, By Sandra Giles
sterling and fine silver, garnet and citrine
Tiara- KarmaProtectionFit Fora Goddess, By Nadine Fenton
artistic wire, silver plated,freshwater
pearls
All photos on these two pages are courtesy of the respective artists
2003 Alberta Craft Council Annual General Meeting
Symbol of Quality -
June 14, at the Leighton Arts Centre. Situated on 80 acres of magnificent foothills landscape, just 15 km. southwest of Calgary, the Leighton Art Centre is dedicatedto the enjoymentof art and the Alberta landscape. Lunch, refreshments and snackswill be served and we will have accessto the facilitiesfor the entire day. Details and proxies will be arriving in your mailboxsoon.
This symbol identifies quality Alberta-
Alberta Craft Council Traveling Exhibition at Leighton Arts Centre AlbertaSeen:Landscapesin Fibre
June 21 - Aug 2
Come out for an opening reception at the beautiful Leighton Arts Centre June 28, 2003.Phone for details: 403-931-3633
Exhibition Opportunities for ACC Members - Call to Enter
Mugs and Jugs: Vessels of Libation
July 12th through September 27, 2003
Perhapsone of the most under rated household objects is the humble mug or jug. Whetherthey are used for the morning ritual of hot coffee,juice,or the liquid of your choice, in more formal settings like high teas, libation ceremoniesto the gods, or simply for your personal collection, mugs and jugs are never far from our reach. This summer we plan to cele-
brate these and the fine craft artists who create them. Send us images of your vessels of libation - the practical,the whimsical, the reverential,the humble, created from any material you choose - to celebrate in an exhibitionand sale at the AlbertaCraft Council,July 12through September 27, 2003.
Deadline for entry is May 15, 2003
Contactus at
(780) 488-6611(Edmonton) toll free in AB: 1-800-362-7238
Email:acc@albertacraft.ab.ca for more details
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made craftas selectedby an Alberta
Craft Council jury.
Have you got the Symbol? The Symbolof Quality recognizes those
If you are an Alberta Craftsperson who would like to have your work adjudicated by a Symbol of Quality jury, and receive your license to carry the Symbol of Quality contact Ali in the office at
Alberta craftartists who consistently demonstratetheirhigh levelof skill, knowledge and ability by creating quality made, originalworks of craft.It also establishes a benchmarkfor quality that all craft makers in Alberta can strive to achieve.
488-661 1 or toll free in Alberta
Have you got the Symbol?
ext. 228
The Alberta Craft Symbolof Quality gives fine craft artists a marketing advantage. When people see the Symbolof Quality
The Alberta Craft Council is currentlyassembling the next Symbol of Quality jury for June.
attached to works of fine craft,they are assured that the works have been made with of a high levelof originalityand creativity, excellent craftsmanship and that the maker has an insightfulunderstanding of the materials and techniques employed. Have you got the Symbol?
The Alberta CraftCouncilinitiated the
Symbolof Quality Program in 1996with the intent of establishing a market orient-
ed quality stamp similar to those used in other industries like VQAfor the wine industry and AlbertaBestfor the tourism industry. Craftspeople licensed to display this symbol have earned the recognition of an independent peer jury composedof some of Alberta's most respected craft professionals.An Alberta Craft Council staff person or Board member is present during the process to remind the jury the intent of the program. Currently there are 18 Alberta craftspeoplewho have been licensed to use the Symbolof Quality. Have you got the Symbol?
If not, here is your chance.Detailed informationis availableon our web site at www.albertacraft.ab.caHit the INFO link, go to the SymbolofQualitylink, then clickon "Detailsand Application"in the upper right hand corner.Or call the officein Edmonton at 488-6611,toll free in AB at 1-800-362-7238and ask for the Symbol of Quality information package
at I-800DO CRAFT (362-7238) If you are interested in sitting on
the next jury please contact Tom McFall at the above number,
The deadline for submissionsis May 31, 2003
2003 Directory of Craft Shows in Alberta and Beyond Now availablefor purchase.This directory is chalk full of valuableinformationto
help you decide just what shows are
right for you. Eachshow has details on booth fees,anticipatedattendance,number of exhibitors, age of show, complete
contactinformationand much more. The directory is available by calling the ACC in Edmonton at (780)488-6611,toll free in Alberta: 1-800-362-7238.
www.albertacraft.ab.ca brings Alberta Craft to the world.
Our EVENTSsection containsinformation on over 100 craft events including
shows and sales, studio sales, educational opportunities,craftexhibitions,calls
for entry, consignment opportunities and more. New events are being added daily, Get your event online. Email me (Jeff Collins) at jeff@albertacraft. ab.ca and I will post it right away,
Our links page has info and links to all
the provincial craft councils, craft guilds and art organizations, government and
miscellaneousserviceorganizations,craft RobertJekyll and Jan Waldorfwere honoured (and toasteda few times).Bothhave schoolsand more.
wide range of recommendations to improve craft export opportunities."
Our grants page has listings Ofmany grant opportunitiesfor craft artists. Hit the INFO link and go from there.
Of particular concern to TTC-CGSare new problems for culture workers crossing the
Our Who's Who page lists all current membersof the AlbertaCraftCouncil
(name and city only). If you are a member
who has your own web site, we will make a link to it from here for only $25 a year.
Our Alberta Craft Map is online and lists craft studios and gallery outlets from around the province.Call the office to see how you can get your studio or gallery shop listed in the map.
Website Members' Portfolios have taken on a new design allowing members to
been extraordinarily committed to re-building the defunctCanadianCrafts Council into the new and more dynamic Canadian Crafts Federation. Without them there would be no nationalcraft organization!
The Canadian Crafts Federation's recently released"Marketing Guide for Fine Contemporary Craft in the US" is available on-line through the Alberta Craft Council web site at www.albertacraft.ab.ca or through the CCF web site at www.canadiancraftsfederation.ca The CCF's much-anticipated national Craft Sector Profile and Development Strategy is in final stages of production. It will be available at the CCF and ACC web sites soon. This report is the first comprehensive overview of the professional fine craft
feature many photos. Full screen images, scene in Canada. a distinct URL (www.albertacraft.ab.ca/ your-name)and professionaldesign and The CCF has formed a new project team to administration allow members to concen- exploreideas for a major national fine trate on making and selling their craft craft event in 2005or 06.The CCF recograther than building and maintaining a nizes the dire need for morenational activiweb site. See for yourself by hitting the ty related to public awareness, media cov"SHOPPING"link on any page and then erage, etc. A cross-country, multi-location the "MEMBERS' PORTFOLIOS". Email fine craft festival might be just what everyme at jeff@albertacraft.ab.caor give me a one is waiting for.
call in Edmontonat 780-488-6611 to arrange to have your portfolio built and added to www.albertacraft.ab.ca
Email me your comments and suggestions at
jeff@albertacraft.ab.ca
Canadian Crafts Federation News
The CCF web site offers national craft news, profiles of provincial councils and more. It conveniently links all the provincial craft councils sites. New features include a searchable data-base for craft events, a list of honorary members and new learning modules. Check it out. Use it.
BoardChair SimonWrootand Executive
Trade Team Canada —Cultural Goods and Services.
Federation,in Januaryin Toronto.
The federal government appoints exportoriented Trade Teams for economic sectors such as communications, agriculture, con-
Director Tom McFall both participated in the annual meeting of the Canadian Crafts Assistance from Canada Council allowed all the provincial craft councils to attend. This annual gathering is a valuable opportunity to expand the national organization and to exchange detailed information about various provincial craft services,projects, issues, problems, plans, strategies, etc.
The new President of the CCF Board is YvanGauthier, fromthe Conseildes metiers d'art du Quebec. The new Vicepresident is ACCmember Charles LewtonBrain, metal artist and Alberta College Of Art and Design instructor. Retiring, long-time CCF board members
borderinto the US.Since9-11,and now with
the implementation of Homeland Security (US) regulations, it is becoming much more difficultand time-consumingfor Canadians to go south to promote their work, perform, teach, attend conferences, etc.
Kudos Congratulations to ACCmembers Brian McArthur,Dawn Detarando and Will Truchon for being selected to represent Alberta in a snow sculpture competition at Ottawa's Winterlude Festival —North America's greatest winter festival.In early FebruaryBrian,Dawn and Willmet with other snow sculptors from every province and territory,on Ottawa's famousRideau Canal, to carve out, from blocks of snow, their own interpretationof the theme of the festival - the Spirit of Canada. McArthur's team carved out an animated representation of a voyager's canoe complete with wings and wheelsand filled with Canadian iconsincludingan aboriginalman and woman with child, a beaver, a hockey player, an accordionistand Louis Cyr, known as the strongest man in the world. When finished the sculpture stood about 3.5 meters high and 5 meters long. Brian, Dawn and Will are all accomplished clay sculptors but sculptingwith snow is relativelynew to them all. Brian and Dawn have been at it for about three years while Will is a novice. "I did some snowmen and snow dogs when I was a kid but that is about it", explained Will.The trio did very well at the competition finishing second behind a war memorial to Vimy Ridge.
struction or transportation.A similar team advises the governmenton trade issues related to museums, film, publishing, music and other culture disciplines, including fine craft. ACC Executive Director Tom McFall is the new chair of the national Craft Committee for Trade Team Canada — Cultural Goods and Services.Tom explains "there is steady growth in fine craft export, particularly to the US. But there can and should be a lot more export activity,especially with the right kind of federal government assistance. This committee can make a
Illustration for me Magic Canoe"snow sculpture
By Brian McArthur
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Calendar For the Summer2003 issue is May 25.2003
products Contact: Gordon Galenza in Calgary at (403) 270-4286 or email gordon@ggalenza.com
e-mail:acc@albertacraftabca
Muse Gallery and Artisans Gift Shop
CALENDER SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
call 1-800-DO CRAFT or (780) 488-6611; fax (780) 488-8855:
Spring Craft & Gift Fair - Sherwood Park, AB
May 3rd and 4th, 2003, Sat (10-5), Sun (12-5) Location: Franklins Inn, 2016 Sherwood Drive Sherwood Park, AB. Admission: Sl .00 E-Mail: k.saul@3webnet Web Site:
for craftspeople, from any craft organization in the province,
Calling all Artists and Artisans! We are looking to expand our selection of handmade works. Drop in with your proposal or portfolio. 10026B —100 Avenue, Grande Prairie AB T8V OV3.
call the ACC office. The ACC makes every effort to ensure the
house warmings
June 20 - July 3, 2003 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily. Location Downtown Edmonton, AB. Street Market deadline: TBA.
wish to be showcased in a new and exciting retail setting. Located in the heart of downtown Red Deer,we specialize in cus-
America. For information and vendor packages - The Works InternationalVisual Arts Society, Chau Lam, Tel: (780) 426-2122
The Alberta Craft Council is open to submissions of opportunities space permitting. Ifyou are interested in promoting a special event activity, gallery, show, or employment opportunity, please reliability of all the programs and serviceslisted below, however we will accept no liability for a any loss or damage as a result of
doing business with any of the advertisers contaned herein.
Call 780-538-2373 or email:
We are seeking established Local and Provincial Artisans who
Notice to All ACC Members
tom work. original art and exceptional décor. Interested? Submit portfolio to: house warmings, 4916 Ross Street, Red Deer, AB,
promote your studio, place want ads, etc in your Alberta Craft
Southern Alberta Art Gallery Gift Shop
Alberta Craft Council Members are entitled to free classified ads Up to 50 words. one per year, space permitting. Sell your work.
Magazine.Simplyemail or fax your ad to the attentionof Jeff
Collins and make a note of what issue you want it to appear in.
Contact Jeff Collins at 780-488-6611 ext 225, toll free in AB at 1-800-362-7238, fax 780488-8855 or email jeff@albertacraft.abca
CALLS FOR ARTISTS link for Checkout www.albenacraft.ab.Gand hit the EVENTS an up-to-date andexpanded IGting for calls for artists. Leighton Art Centre
We are excited to expand our historic and annual •Clothesline
Show and Sale- to artists of fine craft. In the past this sale. by
invitation, has encompassed two-dimensional art. hanging from clear plastic bags on clotheslines. This year fine craft will be interspersed on decorated tables and we will introduce a newer ART
FAIR image. In addition to the sale there will be art demos, music. hay rides, art activities for kids tours of the museum and gallery, guided nature walks and more on our 80 acres The fair is
undayJune 1, 1 a.m.—4 pm. Formore informationcall Paula 403-931-3633. Deadline for registration is April 25. Attendance by the artist is not required
www.prairiecraftshow.com
T4N 4A6 tel:403-309-0663 or emailto Carobb@shaw.ca
Are you seeking a select outlet for your finely crafted glass, ceramics jewellery, weaving or quilting? The Southern Alberta Art Gallery, located in Lethbridge, AB extends an invitation to artists and crafts persons to build an appreciative client base for one-ofa-kind pieces. We currently carry the vvork of 40 Alberta and Canadian artisans and proudly feature that of several Alberta
Craft Council members. Contact: Sue Black. Visitor Services Manager, Southern Alberta Art Gallery, 601-3 Ave South Lethbridge, AB, Tl J OH4 T: 403-327-8770 ext O; Email sblack@sagg.ca
Art Market —Art and Craft Sale
Nov 20 —23, 2003 at the Telus Convention Centre (City Centre) Calgary',AB. 210 artisans, 17th annual, juried high quality event Processing will start April 1st, 2003.Apply Early! Call toll Free:
1-877-929-9933 or 250-672-2411, Fax: 250-672-9517,
email: info@artmarketonlinæcom applications at wvm.artmarketonlinecom Marlene Loney, Art Market Productions Inc., PO Box
190, Barriere, BC VOE 1
Also see v.waartmarketonline.com for
an Internet markeüng opportunity
Northlands park Summer Craft Market Call for Fine Craft Artists - (Juried show)
July 17 to July 26, 10x10 booth 5750. Contact: Shelley Witiuk 780-471-7212. Web site: httpflvavw.klondikedays.com/ep_summer_crafthtml
Exclusive to Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Calling all
artists, crafters. craft suppliers and retailers -Let us create host,
and maintain your webs@ your own online brochure• Link exchanges are welcome. Share information on craft organizations events and projects (306) 978-1388 mail@prairiecraftshowcom
Fiberart International
18th Biennial Juried Exhibition, April 3 • Aug 15, 2004, S33 (IIS) for up to three entries Two slides per entry: one full view and one detail. Over 54000 in cash prizes Deadline: August 25, 2003. For more information and entry form visit www.fiberartinternational.com or email fiberartinternational@yahoo.com
CRAFT SHOWS AND FAIRS Visit the Alberta Craft Council web site for a listing of more than
70 craft shows and fairs in the province. www.albertacraft.ab.ca. Hit the EVENTS link and search the directory for details on each show. A hard copy booklet is available, thorough the ACC office,
listing information for over 50 shows and fairs for $7.35 for members and S 12.70 for non-members. Price includes shipping
and
Call the office to get your copy.
make & take, fashion shows, Great Canadian Quilt Challenge Information, vendor packages - Canwest Shows Inc„
peter Kiddell, (403) 242-0859
Spring Craft & Gift Fair - Edmonton
Open competition in knitting, crochet, quilting. needlepoint. all stitchery, hobbycrafts. artwork, photography etc. Largest competition in Alberta with over 3000 entries. Dates of the Fair:August 7 — 10 at the Olds Fargr0uncK Deadline for entry, July 2003, 3770 e-mail: oasOtelusplaneLnet Web: w•wwoldsagsociety.com
packages • Spring Craft & Gift Fair, Kathy Saul, (780) 440-3772
Gallery Xylos • Contemporary Fine Woodwork - Calgary
Craft Show and Sale - Calgary, AB
We are looking for artists to represent, for original, high-end works in wood. The categones are: fine Boxes, Art Furniture, fine Furni ture, Wood Tumi nq, Wood Ca rvi ng. Ma rquetry, Inta rs i a a nd
Mixed Media Sculptural Pieces wherein wood is the main component- Open to all woodworking artists who design and make their
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calendar section.
Calgary Doll Club Conference
Riday - Sunday April 25 - 27, 2003.
- call or email for
further info Registration: Wendie Spitzer register for luncheon etc wspitzer@telusplanet.net 1-403-225-0920 Carol Baker: register
for the workshops etc carbaker@Juno.com 1-403-253-6337 There is limit of 100 for the luncheon and 10/class sessions so get'm while there are spaces left!! Fee: most sessions cost $40.00 CANADIAN FUNDS
Hot Glass at Red Deer College - Red Deer, AB
Weekly hot glass courses, workshops and supervised studio time at Red Deer College run May through September 2003. Registration starts January 15, 2003. Normal instructional hours are 9 a.m. • 4 pm. This may vary according to class neecß All the studios are open in the evenings so you can continue to
work if you wish. A studio technician will be available to assist you. Saturday studio hours will be available. Fees are assessed per individual course. Please contact Anne Brodie at
anne.brodie@rdcab.ca or web:http://extension.rdc.ab.ca for more information.
Master Spinner Certificate Program - Olds College
June 26 • July 4 at Olds College Olds, Alberta. Registration: By
phone: (403) 507-7956, Toll Free: 1-800-661-6537 ext. 7956. The
Master Spinner Program consists of six progressive levels of classroom and independent study involving skill development, research studies and project assignments in the area of hand
spinning of all major types of fibres, yarns and the end use of the spun yams. At all levels, students are evaluated on the basis of
written assignments practical projects, oral presentations and skill development Those individuals who successfully complete
the assignments in all six levels will receive a Master Spinner Certificate from Olds College. Fees are assessed per level.
Beyond Borders 21 Biennial Conference
University of Calgary Campus. For more information on how you
can participate, visit the ANWG web site at www.anwg.org
April 26th and 27th, Days/Hours: sat (10-5), sun (12-5). Location: Edmonton Aviation Heritage Society, 11410 Kingsway
Contact Tami Gardner Box 3751 OI(EAB T4H IP5. Tel: 403-556,
Doesyour group offer classes or instruction that would be of interest to Alberta CraftCouncil members? Fax us your informa-
The Hand Weavers, Spinners and Dyers of Alberta are hosting the 21st Biennial Association of Northwest Weavers' Guilds Conference to be held July 14 —20, 2003 in Calgary at the
Seni ors /Students (under 12 free). Comments : Works hops , l ectures ,
Mountain View County Fair and Rodeo
EDUCATION
Sportex Building, Edmonton, Admission; 58.00 Adults, 56.00
sans who are looking to get vital exposure for their work in a gift
(403) 22(J-1234
Comments: The Works is the largest visual arts festival in North
Please contact Olds College for more information
Nickle Arts Museum Gift Shop
shop setting. If you are interested in constgning your art at Calgarys Nickie Arts Museum Gift Shop contact Robin at
The Works Art & Design Festival - Edmonton, AB
Edmonton Creative Stitches & Crafting Alive - Edmonton
April 4th and 5th, Fri (9-6), Sat (9-5) Location: Northlands Park,
We're searching for serious local, provincial and Canadian arti-
Information, vendor packages - Spring Craft & Gift Fair, Kathy Saul, (780) 440-3772
Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Admission: $1.00. Comments: Register Now' E-Mail: Esau103web.net Website: Informa ti on: Informa ti on, vendor
May 1.2, and 3, 2003, Sat (10•5),Sun (12-5) Location:Westbrook Mall, 1200 37 street SW, Calgary, AB, cost $96.30.8 foot skirted table provided. Information, vendor packages • contact Joan Lyons 403 249 0553
Master Spinner Certificate Program at Olds College
June 26 • July 4, 2003. The Master Spinner Program consists of six progressive levels of classroom and independent study involving skill development, research, studies and project assignments in the area of hand spinning of all major types of fibres, yarns and
the end use of the spun yams. For more information call:
lei: (403) 507-7956 or Toll Free: 1-800-6616537 ext, 7956
Canadian Glass Conference
20th Anniversary Conference, May 7 - 11, 2003, Put on by the Glass Art Association of Canada, Held at the Harbourfront Centre,
Toronto. For more info visit www.glassartcanada.ca
o Artistic Workshops 2003
The Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (located 25 minutes east of Edmonton on highway 16) will be featunng a series of artistic
workshops at their unique provincial historic site. Workshops include pysanka (egg decorating) for beginners and advanced, digital photography, mixed media art and acrylic art. These oneday workshops are $25 each and take place in April and May. Contact the Ukrainian Cultural Village at 780-662-3855, ext 1104
Full Moon Gallery - Bragg Creek
Full Moon Gallery exists in a perfect blend of natural forest setting and commercial core of a tourist destination. Owner Pamela Rodger has 30 years of expenence in clay retail. Her sense Of dis-
play and presentation are excellent. As well, the gallery artists are
Alberta's finest. Visit Full Moon Gallery for gifts or inspiration. Watch for special exhibits 16 Balsam Ave. Bragg Creek. AB. Tel: I -403-949-241 S web: wmbraggcreekahlhosp.com
Rocky Mtn foothills, Alberta. 7-day intensive course August 2—9.fire a 3•chamber Japanese climbing kiln. Wildlife, beauty, isolation, woodsmoke Email: johnchalke@telusnet
Classic Painting on Silk with Dana Roman
This three day workshop will cover several aspects of the silk
painting process which will later be used as elements of design
for a wall piece, scarf, or separate pieces for a quilt Workshop includes basic materials 18 hours of studio time and instruction and 8 —12 hours of outdoor inspiration and sketching (weather permitting) Maximum 6 people Location Dana's studio in
Canmore. Date sept 19, 20, 21, 2003. Fee: $650. Contact Dana Roman 403-678-6322, email droman@monarch.net
web:
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is seeking artists to hold evening and one & two day workshops. All mediums welcome. Submit complete workshop information (including mediums fees, etc, and an artist bio to Karen Arnett. clo ASSC Workshop Coordinator, 57 Mission St. Sherwood Park,
AB T8A OV6or email:P.o.box 3062, Sherwood E-mail: ktamettOtelusplanetnet
(Full Moon)
or email Shirley at Shirley.Hanck@gov.abca for more information,
Western Woodfire with John Chalke
The Art Society of Strathcona County
AB TBA 2A6
Canadian Heritage Funding for Arts and Cultural Exporters
A new 3-year pilot program called Trade Routes provides funding for export preparedness and international market development
GRANTS/AWARDS
Info:
Visit the Alberta Craft Council web site fora complete listing of grants. awards and scholarshps available to Alberta craft artists. www.albertacraft.ab.caFollow the Info link and then hit on Grants and Awards
or 1•819-953-5316 Contact is: Margaret Skok
Building Successful Careers in Arts and Culture
The Cultural Human Resources Council has released a career self' management guide for artists and cultural Artists and cultural workers developed the Art of Managing Your Career
Assists talented aboriginal artists with financial aid for education
Guide to provide pertinent and practical information to better manage artistic careers The guide is available for $20 per copy plus shipping and handling charges Email: info@culturalhrcca
M6R 189 Phone:416-926-0775
Marketing Guide for Contemporary Fine Craft in the united States
Canadian Native Arts Foundation
and training in the arts, including crafts. Contact Canadian Nauve Arts Foundation, 70 Yorkv111eAve. Suite 33A Toronto ON,
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation
This definitive source of information, for craft artists interested in
its own merit of project scope and budget. Grants not to exceed
entering US markets or expanding their US exposure, features 30 pages of current advice on dealing with American markets.
Wood Firing Workshop Sask Terra Symposium: Prairie Fire 2003
The spirit of the grant is to provide seed money to as many visual annual deadartists and crafts people in Canada as possible. line is June 1. Consideration will be given to each proposal on
cation form httpflwow3.sk.sympatico.ca/skterra/pf2003.html or
$500.00. For a complete application form contact:
and profiles Of about 140 American craft galleries that are interested in carrying Canadian work This guide is available to Canadians only. You can access the guide at wwwinfoexportgeca
The Commonwealth Arts & Crafts Awards
will transfer you to a live operator who can mail you a copy of
Ruddell, Saskatchewan, August 20 - 24 , 2003. Details and appli-
phone Charley Farrero 306-376-2221
Fibre Pot pourri
24th annual Provincial Needlecraft workshop, May 30, 31, & June 1 at Olds College hosted by the Calgary Guild Of Needle and fibre Arts. Choose from eight 2-day workshops on a vanety
of topics, two I-day workshops or 1 and 2-day retreat options if
Opportunities for ten artists and craftspeople to explore their skills
in an intemational context. This award helps winners travel to
you prefer to stitch your own project In addition to the work-
another Commonwealth country to work With other artist Visit:
chants mall and a Saturday evening banquet
tion.com for details.
shops you can enjoy Friday evening social, exhibitions a mer-
Contact Marilynn Bonar, 176 MacEwan Ridge Close, NW Calgary,
AB, T3K 314
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ACC members at Electrum Design Studio
More Grant Opportunities
Visit the Alberta Craft Council web site for more information
mvwalbertacraftabcal
pages/info/grants/index.htm
Jewelley designer and maker (and long-Ome ACC member)
OPPORTUNITIES
Wayne presents exhibitions of art and craft throughout the year.
Discovery Art Travel
Wayne Mackenzie is the proprietor Of Electrum Design Studio in Edmonton, AB. Along with his. and Others, fine jewellery work
bitions of their work. Apnl 1 —May 3, John Elder— ceramics;
Denys James excursions presentS upcoming travel experi-
Terry O'Connor —Washi•Chirigie; Sept 2 —Oct 4, Christian Barr —
September150ctober 6, 2003
This year Wayne has invited many ACC members to present exhiJuly 2 —Augl, James Lavoie —fused glass; Aug 5 —Aug 29,
ences for 2003.2004 Turkey:
Wood fired Ceramics; Oct 7 — Nov 1, Jeff Collins —Oil paintings
21 days studio experience and tours. Thailand: December 15,
Electrum Design Studio is located at 12419 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB. Tel: 482-1402
Magical Masks and More- Raku art by Richard Lamartine March13th, through April 15th, 2003, The Croft Gallery, 2105, 4th Street SW Calgary, AB, T2S IW8, Raku masks and altered sculp-
tural forms make for an exciting show by Alberta Raku Ceramicist Richard Lamartine Contact: The Croft Gallery phone:
Focus on Fibre Arts Association
Focus on hbre Arts curated by Elaine Emerson and Fiona Connell is now traveling the province through to September 2003. The exhibition features works by 16 FAA members. It is circulated by
the Edmonton Art Gallery and the Alberta Foundation For the Arts
Traveling Exhibition Program. For information on venues and dates contact Fiona Connell in Edmonton at (780) 422-6223 or email connell@edmontonartgallery.com
the study.
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and follow the links or hit a direct link from the ACC home page. A hardbound copy is also available by calling Ottawa at 1-800267-8376 and select •Publications- from the phone menu. That
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Paper and Clay Art Gallery • Korean Rice Paper Lamps and Furnishings by Joo-WonLee • Handcrafted Functional Porcelain Pieces by MindyAndrewsand Song-HecHan
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• 17 days studio experience Terra Sigillata workshop with Italian master, Information and Registration: Denys James
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