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This is another one of my bad-news, good-news, bad-news columns.
Organizations - Alberta Craft Council is one of the larger PASOs - are jointly writing to all
A recent Statistics Canada study reported that:
to the AFA. In the more daring-do fashion of the capital, the Edmonton Arts Council and the ProfessionalArts Coalitionof Edmonton are calling for an AFAbudget increase to $60 million, just to bring Alberta's arts funding closer to the Canadian average.
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(per capita) in culture... Alberta is third lowest, slightly ahead of Saskatchewan and BritishColumbia, • for provincial government money invested in culture... Alberta is still second lowest, slightly ahead of Ontario, • for municipal government money invested in culture...Alberta is slightly below average. Simply put, both the federal government and
our provincialgovernmentinvestmuch less in culture in Alberta than the Canadian average. Our city,town and countygovernmentsare better, but substandard, for their culture support! Now, there is some good news about culture support - or at least some hope. The February federal budget announced general stabilization, and some improvements, for federal culture funding, '"TomorrowStarts Today"is the pro-
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ment, including Canada Council, Canadian Heritage, the national museums, Trade Routes and more. This year TST,as Ottawa-types call it, will add $25million to Canada Council and $1 million to Trade Routes. Both these increases are expected to benefit professional craftspeople as well as some provincial craft councils and the Canadian Crafts Federation. Furthermore, TST is a five-year commitment to the culture sector that has been supported by MPs of all parties. On the provincial scene, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts held a Calgary media conference in February to announce the results of its new
economicimpactstudy.The $13millionof
provincial gambling profits that the AFA annually provides in grants to artists and to arts organizations such as the Alberta Craft Council contributes to an "arts economy" worth more than $153million to the gross provincial product. The arts sector also employs 3500Albertans full-time and - get this - generates $19.6million in taxes.
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Remembering that the AFA's support of artists and the arts is very low by Canadian standards, several province-widecampaigns are underway A consortium of arts organizations lead by Theatre Calgary has collectedthe signatures of thousands of Albertans on a petition to the provincial government to double the AFA's annual budget. The Provincial Arts Service I
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Shop Talk Shop Talk: A Year in Review The Gallery Shop has had three permanent locations with a temporary Christmas-season location in Calgary in 1997.Our current locationhas been the most successfulby far!
A great deal has happened throughout the last year
but first lets back up a few years - 25 to be exact since 2005 marks the 25th anniversary of the Alberta Craft Council. Ten years after the ACC was founded, the Craft Galley Shop opened its doors to sell members
work in Manulife Place,downtown Edmonton.In 1995the Gallery Shop and ACC offices moved together under one roof to a location on 124th Street. One more move, in 2000,has brought us to our present location,back downtown.
and the second largest public gallery space in Edmonton!
Cass,SusanGottselig,Bonny Houston, James Lavoie, Linda
On the renovation front, we also
McBainCuyler, Voyager Art and Tile, and Allan Waidman was bought for conference gifts and guest appearances. Team Alberta Culinary and NAIT
builttwopermanentwalls
between the main floor gallery space and the Shop, and purchased six wall-mounted and lighted display cabinets to house jewellery.Theseunits enable us to display more
Not only has our visitor traffic improved, but also so have our sales. For the month of February, 2000 (a few months before the big move) our sales In Februaryof totalled 2005,our sales were almost $12,000- this is an increase of
jewelleryin a much-improved
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More good news to end off our fiscal year - we reached
260%!Manythingshave
movefiveyearsago not only brought an increasedprofile to the Alberta Craft Council, the window space and natural
lightingpresentsfinecraftin a muchbetter settingthanin our
previous location.Another change that has aided in our success came last year when we converted the lower level into
new galleryspace.Thisnotonly gave us the opportunity to expand the Shop into the front bay that was previously the DiscoveryGallery but also to host more and larger
exhibitions. We now have the largest exhibition space Ofany of the provincial craft councils
manner and have freed up some much needed floor space for other work.
our yearlysales targetby
mid-February! Each year we set a sales target to match, if not
beat the previousyear's salesby 5-10%.Thisyear,I am happy
to announce that we made our sales target Of$220,000by the middle of February.This is due in part to excellent holiday season sales. November and December brought in Over $93,000(lastyear was just over $76,000).
StudentCulinaryteamsboth
used work from the ACC in their table displays. These teams travelled to Germany to
competein theCulinary
Olympics. Work from Fernande Belande, Susan Gottselig, Horst Doll and MasonEybenwas used for the displays that
playedan integralpart forboth teams to win medals!
Happy Anniversary Alberta Craft Councilmembers!Here's to the next 25 years of success!
AliFleming
We continue to work with conferenceand event organizers, providing gifts for keynote and guest speakers and other special events. Work from Terry
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Most arts organizationsare finding it increasingly difficultto secure stable or new money from governments, corporate supporters or individual contributors.Seldom does arts support get ahead of inflationor economic and population growth. Arts organizations, especiallythe smaller ones, are more and more likely to find themselves in fund-raising competitionwith universities,hospitals and mega-charitiessuch as the United Way.And no one knows, yet, the full impact on the arts Ofthe Tsunami crisis.Hundreds of millions of donated dollars have left Canada in the months since that catastrophe. Fundraising is not all big-scaleor policy-
driven. Individuals can make a valuable difference, Sometimes they do, in wonderfully
family and friends have contributed more than $20,000to endow a permanent new memorial award for ceramic arts. Arts funding, of all sorts, becomes particularly pertinent at this time, each year.. because it's budget time for the Alberta Craft Council. The Council will operate with
about$550,000in 2005/06.Memberswill
sell a quarter million dollars of their work through the Council. The Alberta Foundation for the Arts will contribute $200,000toward a wide range of craft arts
servicesincludingthe operationof Alberta's only public gallery for fine craft (which happens to be Edmonton's second largest public art gallery).ACCstaff,board
membersand volunteerswill raise an meaningfulways,Elsewhetein thismagazine additional$100,000througha casino,grants you will lead about how Linda Stanier's and otherfundraisingprojects.
My final piece of arts funding news is not good. The "I Love My ACC" campaign has concluded. This was intended to raise new money for Alberta Craft Council awards which, due to budget constrictions,have not been given for severalyears. The ACC Board believed that reviving the awards in 2005would be an appropriate celebrationOf the Alberta Craft Council's 25th anniversary. In 2003,the "I Love" campaign raised about $6000.The same campaign raised about $3000in 2004.This year, the campaign wound down at 52500.No one knows with any certainty what this decline represents. When asked to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Council, of members contributed to these new awards. We thank those members who did contribute. TomMcFnll
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Alberta Craft Magazine
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your lettersor emails on any craft related subject. Tell us
about a commission,an award, a travel experience, a motivational tip, a criticism or praise about anything you see in the
magazine or anythingwe have been doing and, if possible, send us an image as well. All letters must have the contact
information of the writer and mustbe signed. We reserve the right to edit for grammar, length and taste. —Jeff Collins (editor)
want to becomean accomplishedpainter, paint 1000paintings. If you would like to make fine pottery,buy 10 tons of clay and make it into pots. so it goeswith
woodworking, glass blowing, fine jewellery making etc. If you wish to achieve or make anything of lasting value, you
will have to dedicate yourselffor years to the task you have chosen. If you are at a craft show and you see something you like (that you've never made before) and you say to yourself "1 could go home and do that", then it's not fine craft. Fine craft is achieved through years of dedication,skill and learning. Pike Studios, High River Tel: (403) 652-5255 Email: info@pikestudios.com Web site: www.pikestudios.com
George Heagle
of Edmonton writes...
Bob Pike of High River writes... Two guys are walking home after having a few beers, and they happen to stop in front of a Craft store to peer in the window. "Lookat all this stuff that people made "said one. "Big deal", said the other, "anyone can do that". "No way" said the first one. '"I'llbet twenty bucks I can make one of those teapots," said the other. Thirty years ago I (Bob Pike) was teaching pottery classes at The Allied Art Centre, in downtown Calgary and guess
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George Heagle at work on a commission for Luscar Mines and ATCO Gas
Late in August 2004, on those rare occasions when I could not be found in my studio, I received a phone call at home. Wayne Mackenzie, the designer gold-
who showed up in one of my classes? You guessed it --'the other'. I never had a more desperate student. Youcould smithof ElectrumDesignGallery,said, almost see him sweating as he tried to "George, I have a lady who needs some learn to 'centre ' the clay, After three wooden bases for some very old fosmonths of classes, he told me about his silized trees specimens, are you interestbet and how he had to make a teapot or ed?" It was a difficultchoice,the grass lose twenty bucks. In the end he made a had not been cut yet... I confessto very ugly piece that you could probably having an aversion to lawnmowers."I'll make tea in, but was nowhere near being be right over", was my reply.To my a teapot. I have no idea if his friend paid up. But he left with a better appreciation surprise and delight, what I thought was of the skills required to make even
simple pots. Like all things in life, practice and commitment will get you through. If you 2
to be a simple series of wooden bases, for some very Oldstones, turned out to be a fifty-year Commemorative project between two of Alberta's largest companies, Luscar Mines and ATCO Gas.
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MeetingPatriceMerrin Best, the ExecutiveVicePresident of Luscar Mines,was indeed a pleasure. She is a very non-assuming and self-assured person, whose openness allowed the project to unfold with abundant creativity.Upon seeing the petrified wood samples (4 in all) inspiration tapped my creativemind. When I was told that these stones were 65 million years old, I knew that they needed a place of reverence. The strength of fifty years of partnership between Luscar and ATCO had to be captured, and I that I really wanted the
CotswoldStudioto do this commission. BecausePatricehad been to the Alberta Craft Council and enjoyed seeing my work there, she felt confident in my abilities. Both Wanye and myself were to collaborate on the project. Wayne would do all of the string silver work and I would do the woodwork. I knew the wood that I wanted to use, a lovely
kavasingoveneerwith its abundant
energy and some of my last treasured macassar ebony to ground the sculptures. I also knew the theme Ofunion, was to dominate the forms. I decided on towers that intersectalong their length convergingatop with the fossils and the sterling silver plaques would tell the story. We delivered the fifty-year commemorative sculptures in late November 2004. They were gratefully and well received by Luscar Mines. Both Wayne and myself remain appreciativeto have had the opportunity to work on such a wonderful and successful project. George Heagle Cotswold Studio Edmonton
Tel: (780) 447-4512 Email: cotswold@shaw.ca Wayne Mackenzie
ElectrumDesign Studio Galley 12419 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, T5N 3N3
Tel: (780) 482-1402 Email: electrum@compusmart.ab.ca
Good Question
That's a Good Question! How should I pack my work for shipping? Could your packagedwork withstand a "gen-
de"drop kickduringhandling?If you'reship-
ping your work acrossthe provinceor country, all your money and effortwillbe wasted if it arrivesdamaged. Youmust take great care to
packyour workproperlyto withstandthe shipping process. A good rule of thumb is that your packageshould be ableto withstand a 6 footdrop. Some parceldeliverycompanies offer tips on their web sites, as does CanPar
at http://www.canpar.com/shipping, but here are some tips gained from craftspeople's experience. The Container Use rigid corrugatedcartons,and do not exceedthe grossweight limit printed on the bottom. Considerdouble boxing, whichis to use two sizes of box, one inside the other, with a two-inch gap between them. Stuff this gap with such packing materialsas styrofoam peanuts or scrunched newspaper.
Inside the Container Wrapyour workin shippingfoam, bubblewrap or other packingmaterials. Make sure your work doesn't touch the inside
of the box; leave two inches of room. Pack all the empty space within the box, to make sure
that nothing moves. If your pieceis oddly shaped,protectit thoroughlyin bubblewrap.
If you have several small glass objectsor containers, separate them with the corrugated
dividersusedin boxesfor liquorshipments. Include a detailedpacking slip insidewith your
work. This is a useful copy of what's been
shipped, if anything on the outside of the parcel becomes illegible, and lets the receiver confirm receipt of what's been sent.
Outside the Container Wrap the whole carton with packaging paper
and packingtape. Provideclearand complete
addresses of sender and receiver. Leave room
for shipping and insuranceforrns to be added, and if you're shipping acrossborders,the necessary customs papers. Put "fragile" stickers on each side of the carton, and possibly 'This side up" notices. Realize that if the carton is undamaged, you will not be able to claim insurance even if your work arrivesbroken. If your cartonshows damage, keep it for your insurance claim.
Keeping Packaging Costs Down Scrunchednewspaperis the cheapest,most effectivepackingmaterialfor all but very delicateor uniquely-shapedobjects.Carpet underlay providesgood padding, if you can
find a free or cheap source of scraps.Packing
tapeand brownwrappingpaper can be bought in bulkif you ship a lot.Ask at galleriesand
Storeswhether used packaging materials can be saved for you. Bubblewrap and styrofoam peanuts can be reused indefinitely. Bookstoresin particularreceivea lot of small strong boxes and
packingmaterials.Somepeoplewillbe happy to give you what they regardas garbage. As you can tell fromall these tips, doing a thorough job of packagingyour work takes time. Make sure you leave plenty of time to
packbeforeyour scheduledpickup. Youdon't want to be rushing while the deliveryperson waits.Tryto factorthis packing time into your
cost structure, for it really does take longer than
you mightthink.
Our thanks to the Canadian Craft Federatron
zceB1te and Diane Sullivan of Calgary for
this information.
Risky Business? id you know that there is now a program of business insurance tailored for the Canadian Craft Industry? YOU TOLD US YOU NEEDED: • a custom program with broad coverage • including exhibitions across Canada
Insurance
Program
WE DID IT!
For complete details, contact Kim Libenstein, Program Co-ordinator and Account Executive Nacora Insurance Brokers Ltd. 80 Tiverton Court, Suite 80 Markham, ON L3R OG4
Tel: 1-877-922-0030, ext. 222 Fax: (905) 307-1234
E-mail: kim.libenstein@nacora.com Alberta Craft Council Memberssave 525.00.
• liability coverage in the studio for craft instructors • and greatly reduced program rates
Why have a risky business? SPRING 2005 •
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Stanier Award
Linda Stanier and Family Memorial Award for excellence in ceramic arts The AlbertaCraftCouncilis
pleased to announce a significant new award. Since the passing of Linda Stanier in May 2004,her family has worked with the Edmonton Community
Foundationand the AlbertaCraft Council to establish a permanent endowed award with an annual value of (at least) $1000.The first Stanier Award recipient will be announced at the ACC gala awards event planned for the fall of 2005 in Calgary.
The purpose of the Stanier Award is to honour an Alberta professional craftsperson working in clay by recognizing the excellenceof their work while aiding their careergrowth. Call for nominations:
Eligibility A nomineeshould work and reside in Alberta,and be primarily a studiobased and full-time professional clay worker.(A couple that works together on the same work may
be consideredone nominee.)
Nominees may be in any career Stage - emerging, mid-career, mature - but must be career oriented.
Nominations may be made by individuals, groups such as guilds or by the Alberta Craft Council. Self-nominations will also be accepted.
A nominationshouldinclude: • nomination form - contact the Alberta Craft Council or visit www.albertacraft.ab.ca • submission - maximum 3 pages of written content
• images - maximum 10 good-quality slides, prints or digital images • supporting material - maximum 10 other pages of resume, letters, clippings, catalogues, etc.
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The 3-page submission should explain:
• nominee'sworkcareerrecord, innovation,direction • role of nominee in
clay and/or professional craft community
• impact of award on nominee's career growth. Deadline for submissions is August 1st, 2005
The presentationceremonywill be held in the fall of 2005 in Calgary.
Selection Process: A jury of 3 to 5, including ceramic experts, other fine craft experts and a representative of the Stanier family will be hosted and facilitated by the Alberta Craft Council. The jury should choose one all-round best nominee. Jurors may reserve judgement and ask to see actual work from one or more nominees.The jury may choose not to select a winner if nominees are not sufficiently qualified or accomplished (the prize value would then revert to the principal
• i of the fund).
Recognition: The Stanier Award winner will be presented at an awards event organized by the Alberta Craft Council.At the discretion of the jury, runners-up may also be presented. The winner will be recognized with a profile article in Alberta Craft Magazine, on the ACC e-news and on ACC web site. Other appropriate media such as newspapers,magazines,web sites, TV,etc. will be encouraged to carry stories about the award and the winner.The winner will be Offereda Discovery Gallery exhibitionat the Alberta Craft Council Galleries.One or more pieces will be proposed to the Alberta Foundation for the Arts for purchase.
History ALBERTACRAFT
Gallery
Making
Celebrating 25 Years of the (u41berta Craft Council. June 4 -August 31, 2005 and in 1983 we opened our membership to individual craft artists. This exhibition will recognize the many individuals and groups who have contributed to our success...
Opening Reception, June 4 from 2 —4 pm (following the AGM)
Think back.. .do you recall the ACC at the Calgary Olympics, the HeimbeckerHouse Gala, the Producer 's Representative Program, or exhibitions such as; Handspirits, Champagne Breakfast and Mystery of Mastery. Events, exhibitions and market initiatives have come about through the hard work of many the staff, executive directors, the board and volunteers.
Join us on Saturday,June 4 for our Annual General Meeting (members only) from 1:00—2:00 pm then stay for the opening receptionof "History in the Making". This year we look back and celebrate the first 25 years and we look forward to the next 25 years. Watch for the summer issue of Alberta Craft Magazine to see photos of the work in our ("History in the Making") exhibition.
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Today we are proud of the services we offer
Visit the Alberta Craft Council and with our member's of the 80's, 90's and the new support we will millennium.Through fine craft, continue to advocate, educate,exhibit, and photos,archives and magapromote Alberta craft. zines we will highlight the people, exhibitions,and events that have shaped the ACC over the past 25 years. Our history . ALBERTACRAFT COUNCIL is as diverse as the work that we exhibit and sell.
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ACCofficesall underone roof at Jasper Ave and 124 Street, Edmonton
Since'our incorporation in January of 1980 we have grown into Alberta's largest arts service organization. Our first membership consisted of 14 craft associationsfrom around the province SPRING 2005
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Profiles Terra Cotta Dudes —Black Diamond, AB I recently had an email chat with EvonneSmulders,the ownerof Terra Cotta Dudes in BlackDiamond, with the idea of writing a profile on her shop in this magazine. Her answers wereso well articulated I decided to share what she wrote to me in full. —JC
Describe your shop for those who have never been. Terra Cotta Dudes is located on historic Main Street in Black Diamond, 40 minutes south of Calgary at the junction of highways 7 and 22x. Terra Cotta Dudes is a collectionof craft, organic and fair trade products. Housed in a 1920heritage building with light streamingin you can feel the warmth the minuteyou walk through the door. Terra Cotta Gallery is located in the joined building. With high ceiling and lots of light the gallery is airy and comfortable.Hardwood floors and softly painted walls accent the tastefully displayed work. Picture and art framing round out our services. Terra Cotta Dudes was established in 1994and we moved into our current location in 2000. What type of work do you carry? Our focus is strictly on Alberta craft and fine art. We carry a large selection of "local" fine craft and a smaller selection of fair-trade handmade products from abroad. We will never carry manufactured products, as our criterion is it must be handmade. What
made
YOU decide to open a craftstore?
After traveling the show circuit and selling at Millarville market every summerSaturdayfor years,we felt a need
to have a home base. After all the years of doings shows you get to know a lot of the folks who are making craft. We found that was very helpful in the beginning when we needed to approach people about carrying their work in our store. In all reality we flew by the seat of our pants when we first opened. We like to say we had a vision and no common sense.
How
many hours do you spend working at your business?
More than we want to admit! Really in this business you are your business. During the Christmas season, because we are craft producers also, we will spend 18 hours a day 7 days a week there. Come January when it's slower, we tend to kick back a bit more. The thing is when you love what you do it
doesn't seemso bad. Our childrenare grown so it allows us to look at our business in a more organic way.
Did you develop it yourselfor did you buy an already established business? TCD is really a grassroots kind of business. We grew it from
an idea built on a shoestring.We had a budget of friends,
favors, salvage and perseverance. Some of those original ranch board cabinets still remain in the store as a reminder of our cashlessbeginning.
What is the process an artist or crafts person must go through to get their work in your shop? In the beginning it was mostly people we knew. Our customers would recommend someone they knew and it grew from there. Coming up to our sixth year we have had to develop a policy for acceptingnew work. We usually make initial contact on the phone. We have a conversation about their work, how long they have been doing it, why they want us to represent them and what their expectations are. If we can get a clear picture of what
is beingpresentedwe will set up an appointmentto lookat the work If they are unclear during the phone conversation we
requestemailimagesto view their workbeforesetting up an
appointment. We do not do cold calls. If we are having difficulty making a decision we have a 4-member jury that assists us. Are you looking fornew artists to representin your shop?
As a seller of fine craft we believe that you always have to be looking at new work When you have an established clientele they are expecting you to seek out what is new and exciting. They want to see the work of emerging artists.
Collectorslove to be involvedin the growingand prospering of emerging artists. How
do you keep yourself neworked
in the craftcommunity?
As craft producer ourselves,we find networking happens all the time. We go to craft shows, attend art functions, spend time talking with folks that are doing production work, artwork, and teaching. Volunteer!Join the Craft Council get involved, walk your talk. What
do you likemost about working with artists?
That's easy... Ideas, enthusiasm, energy, sense of community, self-reliance, innovation, support. Terra Cotta Dudes interior
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Profiles What
do you likeleast?
For us the one thing that makes it difficult working with artists is the lack of professionalism. Many times we will see work
come in that is stunning,but the artist has no idea about price; no bio,no paper work,no consistencyin sizing with production work. One time a tumbler is one price, the next time it has changed with no notification as to price change, usually because there is no paper work. We find this so incredibly timeconsuming because we work with over 100 artists, so in essence we are dealing with 100small businesses. We have developed a detailed consignment agreement with our people that lays it all out. Many artists will bring work in on consignment and we don't see or hear from them for a year. We encourage our artists to come in and pick up their cheques every month. This allows them to see how we are working for them, how we display their work and what kind of replacement stock is needed.
What are some of the obstacles you have faced as a
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businessowner and how have you overcome them?
Education programs to help businesses understand the importance of buying and selling locally,regionally and Canadian made craft. The business community must lobby the government for support to maintain this standard of quality.
The biggest obstacle we have faced, and are still facing, is one
of educatingthe publicabout handmade,localeconomy,and the loss of tradition. It is not our goal to just sell fine craft and art to fill our bank account. It is about what we truly believe. We believe in embracing the traditions of handmade using local resources and how that gives back to us as human beings and to a culture as a whole.
What are your biggest challenges —business skills, market awareness, trends, experience of makers etc. ? When we first opened TCD we were definitely a little shy in the business department. As we grew we took business and accounting courses to move us forward. Marketing a fine art and craft business outside an urban centre is a huge challenge. 80%of our advertising budget is spent encouraging people the make the drive to Black Diamond. Most of our clientele is from the acreage community surrounding Calgary
and urbanitesthat will drive out. Where
do you see the businessor industry going?
Do you host any special events such as artist openings or other such things? What are they and how often? Terra Cotta Gallery hosts openings and art related events five times a year. These range from group showings to solo shows. The gallery also hosts other events such as fundraisers and evening gatherings. What are some of your best gatherings to date? Our two favourite functions to date were our gallery opening/soiree fundraiser for ACC and a Rebuilding fundraiser for Julia Reimer and Tyler Rock. The reason these events are so special to us is that folks came out, visited, shared stories and support and met some new faces along the way. So often we are isolated in our studios and forget to give back to the community that supports us.
Take a trip out to BlackDiamond and visit Evonne and Rob We believe that there is a definite change underfoot. More and Smulders at Terra Cotta Dudes. They will be happy to meet more companies are depending on off- shore manufacturing with you and share with you the value of fine Alberta Craft. and bringing knockoffs in at a fraction of the price to meet their bottom line. The consumer is more pressured than ever to make Terra Cotta Dudes, Black Diamond—hoursof operation. their dollar go further as their debt load growsyearly.Whowill Wednesday till Friday 1 1-5pm be purchasing the heirlooms of the future. Are we creating an Sunday 12-4pm industry that will be untouchable to the average citizen? These Saturday are questions that need to be asked. How do we close that gap Summer hours are 7 days a week starting on the and keep our handmade traditions intact? We must start formMay long weekend and going untilthe Labour Day ing partnerships between organizations, educational instituweekend in September. tions and business. There is a need to create networks of organ(403)933-5047 izations and businessesthat work togetherto promotefine craft Tel: in Canada. Much of this is already happening. I feel we need a Fax: (403)933-5050
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Discovery Gallery "Reflections"
Relationships between foreground and background are explored through plays
April 9 —May 21 Main Level Gallery
on the surfacetexturesof differenttextiles; various methods of approaching form, depth, and the play of light can be
seen in combinations of stitches and surface applications. Looking back at the viewer from each piece is the face of tra-
dition and the historic tensionbetween the functionaland decorative.
"Musings on My First Nine Lives" and
"Artstravigant Faces" Opening Reception: Saturday,
April 9 from I
—4:00 pm
trials and triumphs, and to ultimately face the future with fearlessness and grace.
Originally trained as a ceramic artist she graduated from the University of Calgary in 1982.Joan then completed the BanffCentre's Visual Arts Advanced Studio Program. Subsequently she has worked as a studio artist, teacher and technician and spent a decade as supervisor of Calgary's Wildflower Arts Centre. In 1999,Joan registered in the Jewellery & Metals Program at the Alberta College of Art and Design, where she excelled. Currently Joan
dividesher time betweenher own studio and the Alberta College of Art & Design where she teachespart-time. Foundation for theArtS
"Musings on My First Nine Lives"
The artist gratefully acknowledgesthe assistanceof theAlberta Foundationfor theArts.
Joan Irvin, Calgary April 9 —May 21
"Artstravigant Faces" Wendy Rao, Edmonton
Lower Level Gallery "Reflections", by Vickie Newington, Calgary, coloured
April 9 —May 2 Lower Level Gallery
fabric, embroidered& textured using various techniques 28"VVX 405"H, photo by Mike Dunn
The Free Spirits consists of two Calgary
mixed media fibre artists, Ann Haessel and Vickie Newington; in "Reflections" they are joined by guest artist, Barbara J.
West from Canmore. The works range from representational to abstract, from two-dimensional to sculptural and display a combination of fabric and paper
with painting, quilting, silk-screening, beading and various other materials and techniques.
Fibre art is a rich tradition, which can be traced through the histories of all cultures, In recent years there has been a vindication Ofwhat has traditionally been labelled as craft, and these forms have been re-invented and re-invigorated as an integral element of contemporary art practice. In "Reflections", one can observe an investigation and exploration of the medium's boundaries.
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"Musings Marriage(DreamsDiverted:Half Way
Around the World and Back!)" Metal & Mixed Media, 12" x12"x .31'0"—photo credit Marlene Hielema
Calgary interdisciplinary artist, Joan Irvin has created this series of nine mixed media sculptures which address the universal issues of growing up, the passage through various life stages, and finding one's way in the world. It provides the viewer with an intimate and sometimes humorous glimpse into the artist's life, and perhaps acts as a portal to reflect upon their own lives. "Musings on My First Nine Lives" invites the viewer to share in life's
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"Maya Questions Everything".
Fibre& MixedMediaWallHanging,31 31?% photo credit to Dan Power
"Artstravigant Faces" features a collection of 20 portraits which explore the
diversity and similarities of humankind
by emerging fibre artist, Wendy Rao. Her use of colour and mixed materials explore
the harmoniesand contrasts of human
Discovery Gallery I
expressions. She creates tension with found objects,silk, cotton, wool, feathers, foil, threads, yarns, paper, beads, sparkles,buttons, plastic, metal, jewellery, acrylic paint, wax, pencil crayons and Pigma pens. Free-motionstitching is a dominant feature and fabric layering helps to abstract and sculpt the faces.
Wendy recently completed the Fine Art Certification at the University of Alberta and is currently teaching colour theory classes at Earthly Goods in Edmonton.
Its a Small
"The Madelines"
in 1565.The focus is on representing different Canadian professions,such as the RCMP, lumberjacks, fishermen or foresters.
and
"Waistcoats —Wastecoats"
Angelika Werth, Nelson, B.C. May 28 —July 9 Main Level Gallery
Angelika Werth'scouture standards
come from working with Yves Saint Laurent and obtaining a Masters degree in fashion and design from the Meister Schoolin Germany. Besides creating her
own art, she has been an instructor at the Kootenay Schoolof the Arts teaching costume design and history.
"My House is
World:
an exhibition
Your House"
of
Shirley Rimer, Red Deer
architectural models
May 28 -July 9
May 3 to 7, 2005 Friday
Gala
opening,
May
6, 5 — 10 p.m.
Main Level Gallery Opening Reception:
June 4, 2 —4 pm
The AlbertaCraft Counciland the Royal ArchitecturalInstituteof Canadaare collaboratingon a specialweek-long exhibitionof models. This collection,
This exhibition is a reflection of my travels throughout the last few years. It includes images from Turkey, Mexico and the United States. Throughout these experiencesI was left with a great appreciation for the culture and
exploring proposed, under-construction and built buildings by Albertaarchitects, will be one of the high-lights of the annual conference.
decorativeelementsinherentin eachof
the areas I visited. I also felt that after having spent time with residents in each of theseplaces, therewas a warmth and acceptance along with great hospitality. Each of the places I travelled became my home away from home.
RAIC Festival of Architecture -
Celebrating the City May 5 - 7, 2005
RAICFestival web site:
www.raicfestiva12005.ca "Ode to Canada and the RCMP", hand-felted wool & silk,
photo credit to Jeremy Addington
"The Madeleines" are sculptural felted dresses designed for historical figures and their imaginary engagement in athletic activity. The ACC will display a section from the 12 figures in the series. From MarieAntoinetteto Gertrude Stein these figures are game to tackle boxing, rugby, hockeyand fencing while looking their best in their regal gowns. Architectural model oftheVVater CentreBuilding. Currently underconstruction inCalgary.
"Waistcoats—Wastecoats"is a new
series of hand-felted, constructed, sculp-
tural waistcoats,which takes its inspiration from The Book of Trades, published
"A Fruitful Experience" earthenware wall
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photocreditto RolandBowten
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In the News 2005 Alberta Craft Council Annual General Meeting
the cultural infrastructure and the service industry in Alberta • It generates significant stableand entertain-
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ment-basedemploymentfor hundreds Of performing,literary,visualand film/video artists in Alberta
ACM: 1:00pm - LowerLevel Gallery
The Arts Sector cultivates a local talent pool
Opening Reception:2:00- 4:00pm LowerLevelGallery"Historyin the Making-Celebrating25 years Ofthe Alberta Craft Council"
province
This year's Annual GeneralMeetingwillbe hosted at our Gallery& Shop in Edmonton,
RSV.P Nancy.
Casino Once again the Alberta Craft Councilhas been granted a licence to work a casino at the Palace in West Edmonton Mall. Volunteers of not-forprofit charitableorganisationsrun all Ofthe
casinosin the provinceand are thereforegranted a portion Ofthe earnings to be used to further their group's charitableactivities.Fortwo days work, the revenue is significant,in fact at $70,000 spread out over two years, it accounts for the third largest single source of revenue the ACCreceives!This year's casinowill take place on Saturday and Sunday, June 18th & 19th. We require about 40 individuals to cover all Ofthe shifts. If you are interested in volunteering, want to come out and have fun, meet Other members, and know that your volunteer time is being used very effectively,then pleasecall Shona Wehm in Edmonton at 780-439-1498 or email her at swehm@ecn.ab.ca
Economic Impact Study of the Arts in Alberta Calgary, February 3, 2005 —The Alberta
Foundation for the Arts (AFA)releasedthe
findings Oftheir EconomicImpact Studyof the Arts in Alberta on February 3, 2005.A summary of this report can be found on the AFAweb site at http://www.cd.gov.ab.ca/all_about_us/ commissions/ arts/ index.asp Results Oftheir findings include:
• $153.2millionis permanentlyadded to the provincesgrossprovincialproduct • The AFAprovided $13million in grants to the organizationsin this study, whichproduced $153.2millionin expenditures.This indicates a 1:12return on Arts investments in the province • Morethan 3500Albertansare employedfulltime in the Arts Sector • Alberta collectsabout $19.6million in taxes from the Arts Sector.
Among the conclusions the report makes are: • The Arts Sector is a significant Contributorto the Alberta economy. It is a cornerstone Of
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and body Ofwork that supports cultural industries and Otherinitiativesin the
The employment impact Ofthe Arts Sector is
widelyfeltthroughoutthe Albertaeconomy, from tourism, accommodations,and transportationto agricultureand education. The report states that beyond the economic impact the Arts bring to the people of Alberta, the benefits to health, recreation,learning, personalgrowth,businesscreativity,and the beauty of our provinceare known to all who reflecton the importance of the arts.
Federal budget brings good news for the arts Ottawa, February23, 2005—The Canada Council for the Arts has welcomed the news that a major
infusion Offederalfunding for culture —including $25 million a year for the Canada Council — has now been extended for the next five years. The extension Ofthe funding was part of the fed-
eral budget tabledby FinanceMinisterRalph Goodaleearlier today
The Honourable Liza Frulla,Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced in Decemberthat the TomorrowStarts Todayinitiative,first announced in 2001,would be extended for the 2005-2006fiscalyear. However,Wednesday's
budget goes even further,by extendingthe TomorrowStarts Todayfunding for five years.
The Canada Council's total Parliamentary appropriation —including the Tomorrow Starts Today funding —was just over $150 million this
year. In 2003-2004, the Councilprovidedsupport to more than 4,000individual artists and arts organizations in hundreds of communities acrossCanada.
Husky/Mohawk Community Rebate Program
Startfillingup at Husky/Mohawkand Office. help the Alberta Craft Council grow!
Kudos - Connie Pike receives APA recognition Connie Pike was recently recognized by the Alberta Potters'Associationby receivinga monetary award to help Out with the tuition for her long distance Ceramicscourse she is enrolled in that is based in Australia. She goes to Red Deer Collegetwicea year where she works intensely with different instructors for 10 days, then comes back to her studio to work On projects to
submit forevaluation.She is involvedin this courseas a way to increaseher knowledgein areas she hasn't had the opportunityto work in before.She is thoroughly enjoying the experienceand now has many new directions to experimentwith. Congratulationsand keep up the goodwork Connie!
Arts left starving for party ByRobertRemington.Firstappearedin The Calgary Herald on January 18, 2005, page Bl Reprintedwith permissionofTheCalgaryHerald. The Klein Tories have never been accused Of
being great patrons Ofthe arts. They are more a bricks-and-mortar bunch. For this, Alberta'scentennial year, that's exactly what Albertans will get — long overdue infrastructure improvements passed off as centennial projects,but not much in the way Ofa party. So thin is the list of celebratoryactivitiesthat the Alberta government's officialcentennial website lists medical conferences,industry trade shows and a convention of stamp collectorsas official
centennialevents.
The 195 events listed at www.albertacentennial.ca
include a Calgary convention of potato growers, a Jasperconventionof generalcontractors, a Canmoreconventionof grasshopperexperts and a Calgary conference Ofthe Canadian Institute of Planners.
Party on, Alberta.
Curiously,a gay bowlingtournament is listed for November.
The Alberta Craft Council has been fortunate to qualify for this innovative form of corporate
In contrastto the province's75thanniversary celebrationsarrangedby the culture-friendly
Ofrevenue for the Alberta Craft Council. Each
for the province in 2005.If Albertans want to see Albertaartists, they'll have to travel 5,000 kilometres to Ottawa, where 600 visual and performing artists will be featured at Alberta Scene,a 13-dayfestivalOfAlberta talent,
support.Byshoppingat Huskyand Mohawk gas stations,we can help generatea new source time we buy gas or other items, 2%Ofour purchase will be rebated to the ACC. It's easy - We
simplypresentour card withevery purchase, By now many of our members should have receivedtheir cards in the mail. If you haven't receivedyoursand want to participate,or if you wouldlikeanothercopyjust give us a callat the
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Lougheed government, there are few, if any, festivals or showcases of Alberta talent planned
runningApril28to May10at 19venues in the nation'scapital.
In the News The Albertagovernmentponied up 500,000for Alberta Scene,an initiative of Ottawa's National Arts Centre,with primaryfundingfromEpcor. The KleinToriesjust don't seem interested in anteing up for anything of a similar nature here,
althoughthey are spendingS328million,much of it in renovationsfor the agingJubileeauditoriums in Calgaryand Edmontonand the ProvincialMuseum in Edmonton.
"Theydon't want to fund anything of a celebratory nature," says Jon Frolick,a former Canmore town councillor.
Says BharatAgnihotri,Community Developmentcriticfor the Alberta Liberals: "They are putting millionsand millions into somevery importantbut neglectedprojectslike
Jubilee auditoriums and the Glenbow Museum
and trying to pass them Offas specialprojects for the Albertacentennial. I don't buy that."
Gary Mar,Alberta's minister Ofcommunity development, which is what the Kleingovernment callsarts and culture, said the province is
just givingpeoplewhat they want. Information gathered in 1997by a committee headed by Jack Donahue,the premier's personallawyer,and ColleenKlein,the premier's wife, indicated Albertanswanted bricks-and-mortarprojects, not festivalsfeaturingmen in tights. "Albertansclearlysaid they were interestedin legaciesthat would benefit people, not only currently but into the future," Mar said. '"I'm
conscious of the criticism. We could have spent
moreon eventsOfan ephemeralquality,but I think we have struck the right balance." Mar said a grant of $3.10 per citizen to each
Pearson's comments are echoed by Les Meares
of Calgary,who is trying to organizethree
Spigot to find money for health care and educa-
trilogyand formsa circleOfceramicexperiences that has taken me on an excitingpersonal journeyfor nearlyhalf a century". Hoppers latestpublicationis perhaps the mostbroad based and far reachingbookextendingdeep within the ceramicfieldand beyond.
discretionary,and that's the arts," he said.
Other writers were invited to contribute essays
touring choral concerts for October called the
CentennialChoralCelebration.
"It's tighteningthe screwsand turningoffthe Honand very littlefor anything considered
Events in February include the Alberta Beef Industry Conferenceand the National
"We wanted to have a party, but as for getting
funding, there is none.... It's pretty pathetic," Pearsonsaid.
Marks covers so much territory over millennia
Ofceramichistoryand human experiencethat it is difficult to define the book in a single sentence. Hopper says in his introduction "'this book is about options, ideas and the use Of tools'.
March, the government's centennial website lists BOMA,the 40th annual awards for the commercial real estate industry.
Dividedinto 5 parts: Fundamentals,Plasticand LiquidClay Processes,PigmentProcesses,Glaze Processesand Firingand Post-FiringProcesses, each part is further subdivided into chapters.
A brain injuryconferencein RedDeer is listedas
'Drawing in Twoand Three Dimensions',
Indigenous Sexual Abuse Conference. For
a centennial event for April, along with the
Calciumand Calcium-bindingProteinsin Healthand Diseaseconferencein Banff.Another centennial event for April is the annual Alberta Food and Restaurant Associationtrade show in Edmonton.
Party on, Alberta. Party on.
Book Review by Rachelle Chinnery
MAKINGMARKS
For example, 'Fundamentals' consists Of:
'Signand Symbol','Pattern and Space', •ColorTheory', and 'Color and the Ceramic
Surface —Art, Alchemy, or Science?' Part 1
reads like a first year art theory textbook and is an excellentresourcefor surface design in
any media. Heather Spears' essay *'Drawing" appears in the firstchapter.She discussesthe abstract nature Ofline - understanding what 'line' is and what it can do. Farther into the
book, in Part 2, there are several how-to articles dealing with 'Marks of Slash, Scratch, Carve
and Cut', 'Marks OfAddition and Removal',
'Marks OfImpression'and many other imaginative definitions and techniques of 'mark'. Almost every page has a colour image of at least
one ceramicobjectused as an examplefor process.The quality of the photographs throughout the book is excellentand the range of work representedis staggering.Diagramsand step-by-stepdemonstrations Oftechnique are also very good.Hopper looksat historicalas well as contemporary examples Ofceramic work as wellas ancient calligraphy,and other human-
In the absenceof any real centennial celebra-
whoseannual concertseriesis listedas one Ofthe 195Alberta birthday events on the Alberta Centennial website.
trator HeatherSpears and Lana Wilson.Making
CalgaryCrimeStoppers2nd annual gala dinner.
Nothing is mentioned Offestivals,concerts, parades or parties.
Les Pearson of the Medicine Hat Folk Club,
Hill, Rimas VisGirda, Steve Irvine, medical illus-
Among the official100thanniversary events listed by Alberta Centennial for this month is the
cairnsOrhighwayattractions,purchaseequipment for the localcommunitycentre,renovate the localarena or "fix up the local cemetery."
"We'renot gettingany moneyat all," said
in their own fieldsof expertiseincludingSteven
"There's no funding,"said Stu Hughes of FunnyFest,Calgary'scomedyfestival."They should have leveragedmorefor the arts."
Albertamunicipality can be spent as localcommunities see fit. But a fact sheet accompanying the grant program suggests communities build
tions,criticssay the Albertagovernmentis piggy-backingon routineannual events and conferencesand listing them as centennial events withoutactuallyfundingthem.
his third book, *'MakingMarks completes a
Title:
ISBN:
Publisher: Pub. Date:
Making Marks: Discovering the Ceramic Surface by Robin Hopper 0873495047
Krause 01 October,2004 $44.99 Making Marks by Robin Hopper 304p, colour photos, soft cover
ly made markingsas recordedby ethnographers and anthropologists. The single draw back to this book is that it is
softCover.Whilemakingthe price more
accessible, the content of this publication is so
rich that it willsoon become dog-eared in anyone's possession.It wouldmake an excellent List Price: textbookfor a firstyear ceramicscourseto introduce students to a world of possibility extendingwellbeyond the allureof any one firingatmosphereor throwingtechnique In 1984,RobinHopperpublishedhis firstbook, Forthe experiencedpotter it serves as a to glaze "The CeramicSpectrum".It was a guide developmentin all temperaturesand atmcspheric reminder that developing an aesthetic is only a question of taking the time to look, conditions. His second book, "Functional exploreand respondto materials, published in 1986 and was primaPottery",was rily about form and aestheticsrelating to the functionalobject,In Hopper's own words, SPRING 2005 • ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE
Series Instructors
Series 2005
It is Seriestime again at Red DeerCollegeand
many Alberta Craft Council Members will be teaching classes If you don't know about Series, it is the summer arts program to
attend' An excitingselectionOf art and craft
workshops run for one full week giving students the opportunity to work in the studio for more than 8 hours each day. Accommodation is available through student housing so there is
no need to leave the campus. Whether you are a beginner or a professional you will find something of interest. You can take your first steps into the creative process and you can leam
new techniques from a master craftspeople at Series 2005. Many Alberta Craft Council members will be teaching workshops and passing
on their skills. They include:
Doug Haslam
An Introduction to Gem Setting,
July 18-22
This intensive course covers the basics of tradi• tional stone setting such as prong, tube, bezel, bead setting, pave setting and gypsy setting. Pieces of jewellery will be made in class and then enhanced with gems
Linda will alsoteachWrapped Wire
Jewellery for Seriesat Medicine Hat
college July 25 - 29
With readily available hand tools and through
Thi s entry-l evel cours e i s a s tep-by-s tep i ntro-
ductionto the basic toolsand techniquesused
James Lavoie
Series at Grande Prairie Regional
Intro Glass Fusing and
and Surface, August 1 —5
This class is for anyone interested in learning the basics of glass fusing, and in turning their fused projects into three-dimensional objects
College. Unconventional Clay: Form 'low In this workshop the participant will learn cellutech' methods of how to make and use
lose reinforced clay known as paperclay. Participantswill also learn the technique of making plaster press moulds using a plaster and pulp mixture that Trudy calls 'paperplaster'.
step-by-step instruction in wrapping, bending
Brian McArthur
Lyn Pflueger
Series at Grande Prairie Regional College Ceramic Sculpture: Full Scale Bust, August 1 —5
and twisting you will learn how to make all kinds of rings bracelets, pendants and earrings
Felt: The Latest Thing in Fashion Fabrics... and Only 6,000 Years Old, July 25 - 29
You will learn a few basic felting techniques
Introduction to Woodworking, July 4 —8
Trudy Ellen Golly
from which you will make a project (or a number of projects). Whatever you make will allow you to experience the joy Of -painting • with coloured wool and Other fibres
and pattern are among the techniques that will be sampled. Two years of glass blowing
Introductory Hot Glass, August 8 —12 glass. Basic hot glass techniques will be
1 — 5.
emphasis placed on their safe and proper use. creative application of techniques learned during the class will be encouraged.
This course is the fibre equivalent of painting:
Making, August I —5
dyeing a colour "pallet" Of fibres to make felt,
During this course, students will learn the
a dyeing/overdyeing the felt itself.
funda menta l s of ma ki ng l a mpworked gl a s s
Watch Ahead, Dangerous Curves! Week 4, July 18 - 22
Shona Rae
using the heat of the lame and gravity.
bystep process beginning with an introduction
varioustypesof curvesand how to generate them. Several projects will be completed
and designs into metal. The class will focus on
mixing media with metal to create small threedi mens i ona l s cul pture. The proces s of des i gn
Crys Harse Woven Metal Boxes. using simple basketw techniques, you will learn
to prepare and work with several different metals such as copper, brass and aluminium, to create vessels in a choice of sizes and shapes
Patchwork Copper Bowls: Built from Bits and Pieces —Week Five, July 28 —August 1
Us i ng s ma l l pi eces Of meta l , much l i ke a qui l ter
designs a quilt, Crys will show you how to fashion a patchwork vessel or small sculpture The course will cover metal-smithing tech•
niques such as forming, piercing, cutting, rivet-
ing, patination and design.
Learn the basic skills of jewellerymaking and design, You will use sterling silver, brass and
copperto learn techniquessuch as saw pierc•
ing, riveting and simple stone setting to create
pendantsand more
at Series—lnstructors Susan Burwash
da menta l s Of ma ki ng
From Handle to Spout. August 1 —5,
This is a week where students will explore and develop functJonal forms In the making Of mugs. jugs, Jars, vases bowls, casseroles and
teapots a unified expression of style will be achieved. This course offers the opportunity to improve technique, to make large work. and observe different methods Of altering vessels.
David Kemp Carving and More. August I —5
ing stick and/or love spoon. Various types of
calving will be covered as well as how to sharpen your carving tools.
Paul Leathers Series at Grande Prairie Regional College Small Scale Bronze Casting,
August 1 —5 This course is oriented towards the beginner as well as the more advanced student who is interested in exploring the foundry processes tha t ha ve been a da pted for the home-ba s ed
studio. Students will complete a number Of small-scale cast objects during the week%
12
Hot Glass Workshops
Jim Etzkorn
face sticks and continue on to a complete Wal-
Introductory Jewellery, July Il - 15
beads that are centred and well-constructed
Getting Centred: Beginning Beadmaking
Learn how to carve eyes nosesand mouthson
Linda Chow
Regional College
form thumbnail sketches to simple maquettes to a finished piece will be explored in this fiveday intensive workshop.
July 25 - 29
you own rings
Sculpture, July 25 —29 Learn how to transform your original dramngs
ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE • SPRING 2005
of tricks to explorehot glass colour
Susan Burwash
College August
challenge. Paucipants will take part in a step-
Hot Colour, June 6 —10
applications. Overlays, powder, cane and murrini, gold and silver leaf, layering colour
Getting Centred: Beginning Bead
Riveting and Chasing Miniature
Darren Petersen
and texture techniques. Slab/coil construction methods will be featured.
i ng, cons tructi on, pl a nni ng, ti mi tu model i ng
Lyn will alsobe teachingFelt... To Dye For,
Creating beautiful curves in wood can be a
be explored.
This course will dig deep into the bag
in working with wood. Students will complete a series of hands on exercises and simple proj-
ects using powerand hand toolswith an
Intermediate Fusing May 16 —20
This week will provide an overview of advanced glass fusing techniques James will explore designing with Paradise Paints metal foils, and sandblasting. Kiln carving and designing with pattern bars will alos
Leam to create life-like and large scale portraits through several steps from the maquette build-
Series at Grande Prairie
for Series at Grande Prairie Regional
May9-13
June 20 —24 During this course students will leam the funlampworked glass beads that are centred and well-constructed using the heat of
the lame and gravity
Got Beads? From Beads to Baubles,
August 15 —19
Duri ng thi s cours e, s tudents wi l l s pend three
days further developing the fundamental skills of ma ki ng l a mpworked gl a s s bea ds .
Mark Gibeau A Month in the Studio,
August 15 —September 9 Mark will lead a team of Alberta Glass Artists who will be scheduled to teach according to the needs of the students and the goals of the program.
Jeff Holmwood Advanced Glassblowing for Beginners,
June 13-17
Demonstrations in this class will include:
ves s el s , s ol i d s cul pture, moul d bl owi ng, murri ni
can making, and whatever else Jeff will find to fit into five days
experience is required.
Experience the beauty and intensity of molten
introduced to you with ample studio time to practice.
Tyler Rock Anatomy of a Vessel —July 18 —22
This course will enable students to intensively explore closed vessel and vase forms There will be lots Of hands on hotshop time and aesthetic discussions to allow students to develop their
own vessels.This is an intermediatecoursewith previous glass blowing experience required
Many other courses are available through Series
this summer.To register for any of these courses or for a detailed brochure describing all of the courses and workshop available contact The Extension Services at Red Deer College online at http://extension.rdc.aåca,by phone toll free at 1-888-885-2787 or by mail at Extension Services, Registration Series 2005, Red Deer college, Box 5005,Red Deer, Alberta T4N 5H5
Calendar CALENDER SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
4:00 pm. Our goal in both the displaysand demonstrationsis to
e-mail: acc@albertacraft.abca
artists and artisans in Edmonton and area. For more information, Contact Karen Grove at 780.496.7030 or kgroveaepl.ca.
TheAlberta Craft Councilis open to submissions Ofopportunities for craftspeople, fromany craft organization in the province.
Association Of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS), Student Design Contest
call the ACC office.rhe ACC makeseveryeffortto ensurethe reliability of all the programs and serviceslisted below. however
students across North America for the 2005 Student Design Contest. Prqects must be completed between Sept 1.2004 and June 1.2005, and must be composed of at least 50%
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space permitting. If you are interested in promoting a special event activity, gallery. show, or employment opportunity, please
demonstrate the rich diversity and high quality of the work of
Deadline: May 23, 2005. The (AWFS) is seeking entries from
we will accept no liability for any loss or damage as a result of
wood or wood composites.exceptfor entriesin the upholstered
Notice to All ACC Members
are eligible to compete. Info: www.awfsfair.org.
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Alberta Craft Council Members are entitled to free classified ads. Up to 50 words one per issue, space permitting. Sell your work.
furmture category. Students enrolled In the 2004/2005 school year tn accredited high schools and post-secondary schools
Contemporary Crafts Museum & Gallery. Portland, OR
promote your studio, place want ads, etc in your Alberta Craft
Craftspeople are invited to submit proposals for solo exhibitions
Collinsand make a note of what issueyou want it to appearin. ContactJeff Collinsat (780) 488-6611 ext 225, toll free in AB at 1800-362-7238, fax (780) 488-8855 or email
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jeff@albertacraft.ab.ca
CALLS FOR ARTISTS link for CheckOut w%w.albertacraftab.caand hit the EVENTS up to date and expanded listings for calls for artists.
Artist Alliance in Carbon, AB
Seeking pottery for sale in Prickly Pear Gallery: primarily
interested in pieces that are utilitarian in nature but will consider interesting decorative pieces. Consignment or possible wholesale purchase offered. Send catalogue or portfolio of pieces for
jurying to Loren Montgomery, Box 236, Carbon, AB TOM OLO.
Furtherinfo at (403) 572-3220
ParkArt 2005
Deadline May 25, 2005. The Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery is pleased to announce that ParkArt 2005 will by held on July 1 2005, in Crescent Park. ParkArt is one of the finest arts and craft sales in Saskatchewan. Entry applications and guidelines may be obtained from: Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery, 461 Langdon phone: (306) 692-4471 or Crescent Moose Jaw, SK S6H ema i l : j.ma i er.mj@s a s ktel .net.
Craft in public Spaces
Dr. Sandra Alfoldy of NSCAD University is looking to contact craft
artists who have completed public art commissions. This information is being collected for a Social Sciences and Humanities
ResearchCouncilof Canada projectexaminingthe role of craft in public spaces. Information wall later be published as a book. Please fomard any information or quest'ons to: Dr. Sandra Alfoldy salfoldy@nscad.ns.ca or salfol@yahoo.com.
(902) 494-8306.
Richmond Outdoor Art Exhibition, Richmond BC July 22 - 24, 2005. The ROAE Committee and the City of
Richmond are pleased to launch the inaugural Richmond
OutdoorArt Exhibition(ROAE).The ROAE is a juriednationaland international event for students and artists working in contemporary fine arts and crafts. The event will take place in the beautiful treed grounds of Minoru Plaza in Richmond, BC. For more info contact Suzanne Greening, Arts Coordinator (604) 2316433, sgreening@richmond.ca Richmond Cultural Centre 7700
MinoruGate. Richmonctac V6Y IR9
The Centre for Reading and the Arts at Edmonton Public Library
Submissions are welcome of high quality art and craft objects for display in locked cases on the main floor of the Library, including in the gallery space at the front, for one-month periods. We are also interested in having artists and artisans paint. sculpt. spin,
weave, knit, embroider, throw pots and make jewellery, or
demonstrate any other would be feasible in the space. We hope
to the ExhibitionPlanningCommittee,which meetswice a year in advance. Deadline for submission is ongoing; however most
planning occurs in the spring. proposals of work for retail are
also accepted on an ongoing basis, and should be forwarded to the Retail Jury Committee. Please fonvard applications
Contemporary Crafts Museum & Gallery 3934 SW Corbett Ave„ Portland. OR 97239, USA For further info, visit wwwconternporarycraf&org.
Southern Alberta Art Gallery Gift Shop
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 craftspeople to build an appreciative client base for one-of-
a-kind pieces We currently carry the work 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 Avenue South
LethbndgeAE TIJ OH4.(403) 327n70
ext O,or e-mail
sblack@sagg.ca
Opportunity for show in Calgary 2004 & Ongoing
at Centennial Gallery Suite 133 One palliserSquare.125 - 9th AvenueS.E. Calgary.AB T2G Fees: for 1 month& "25 for 2 weeks Must pro. vide own packaging & hanging, etc., JURIED Call Thelma Likushi
for more Information at (403) 266-6783
CRAFT SHOWS AND FAIRS Looking to sell your work in craft shows in 2005? Book your
spots early. The Alberta Craft Counal web site lists more than
100 craft shows and fairs in Alberta and elsewhere,mvw.a/ber link and search the directory for tacraftab.ca. Hit the EVENTS detailson each show.
Huronia Festival of Arts & Crafts
Are you a show promoter looking for vendors for your craft
July 30 —August 1, 2005. The Huronia Festival of Arts and Crafts
leff@albertacraft.abca and I will post it in our 2005 directory of Craft Fairs and Shows online at wwwalbertacraft.ab.ca
shows in 2005? Email all the informationabout your show to
(Kempenfest). Barrie, ON
is one of the largestArts and Crafts shows in Canada. Presented by the BarrieArt Club and KiwanisClub of Barne the show fea• tures over 370 artisans and craftspeople that are carefully selected to ensure the Festival meets the high standards set for over 33 years Send 4 —6 photos (no slides) of recent work with an application, which can be found on their website. vVww.kempenfest.com.
2005 Art Market - Art & craft sale. Calgary
November 17 —20, 2005. Telus Convention Centre (City Centre)
Calgary, AB. 210 artisans. 19th Annual, Juried, High Quality
Event. Procesing will start April 1st. Apply early. Applications at www.artmarketcraftsale.comCall toll free: 1-877-929-9933 or (250) 672-2411, fax. (250) 672-9517. e-mail: infoaartmarketcraftsalecom Marlene Loney. Art Market Productions Inc„ P.O.
Box 190, Bamere.ac.
Fibrefest International 2005. Abbotsford, BC
April 15— 16, 2005. From fleece to fibre arts and everything in
benveen' Contact:Manlyn Ross (604) 856-0771 or visit wwwfibrefestinternational.com.
Scattered Seeds 4th Annual 2005 Spring Craft & Art Show & Sale, Winnipeg, MB
Apnl 15 — 1 7, 2005. Fnday and Saturday 10:00 —9:00 pm.
Sunday 12 noon —5:00 pm. Assimboia Downs Lynda Katchnoski. Scattered Seeds inc, toll free 1-877-419-0044, info@thescat• teredseeds.com. mwv. thescatteredseedscom
Best of Northwest —Spring 2005. Seattle. WA
April 15 —17, 2005. A juned show held at Sand Point Magnuson Park. Seattle Washington. Contact: Fair Manager at info@bestnwcrafts.com or visit www.besnwcraftscom.
The Distill Cup —Toronto
Open to clay and glass works investigating the Cup form — func-
Heart of the City Music and Art Festival - Edmonton. AB
tional and conceptual. The application deadline is May l, 2005 with the preliminary selection juried from slides (entry fee is S20 - up to 4 entries). The exhibition runs June 16 - June 26, 2005
June 11, 2005, Saturday 9:00 —9:00 pm. Celebrating the diverse talents of Heart of the City Musicians and Artists. All participants must work, live or volunteer in the Heart of Edmonton.
Show' and •peoplesChoice' awards. For more Information and an Distill entry form visit their website at,
This
with an openingreceptionon the 16th. Cash prizesfor 'Best in Gallery 55 Mill st Building#56,
on. M5A 3C4. (416)
304-0033. or e-mail: info@distillgallery.corn.
Influx Jewellery
Gallery is calling for Artists! Located in Art
Central, the heart of Calgary's Arts District we represent a
diverseselectionof Canadianand internationalartists and
designers specializing In art jewellery and wearable art. To apply please submit up to 8 slides with corresponding slide list, one page CV. artist's statement and self-addressed stamped enve-
lope. Deadline is ongoing. Packages may be sent to Influ. do 1222 19th Avenue N.W. Calgary AB. T2M IA2. For more information call (403) 266-7527. or e-mail: infoånfluxgallery.com.
Crafters—A Unique Opportunity
Need an outlet to market your crafts? Then consider joining a 20
year old established craft business by becoming a member of
Craftman's Cove Millwoods Town Centre. For more information contact: call (780) 454-2656.
Mastercardand%a will be made availablefor artists to use.
to ensure that a fair pnce can be charged for their arte
work or CD's Call or email for furtherdetailscontactTaya (780) 428-5377 or rommiel@telusnet.
Folkfest Craft Fair, North Vancouver. BC
Third week in June (dates TBA). An outdoor craft fair held at the Civic Plaza. 14th & Lonsdale. North Vancouver. Contact: Prcgram Coordinator of the North Van Arts Council (604) 988-6844 or
emailat nvatrscouncll@telusnet
Saskatchewan Handcraft Festival. North Battleford. SK
July 15 — 17. 2005 Contact: Chns Jones. Member Coordinator (306) 653-6316 ext. 24,
or Visitwmvsaskcraftcounol.org.
Juried Show —application deadline May 7.
Greagle Arts & Crafts Fair, Greagle. CA
July 16 —17, 2005. One of the most acclaimed arts and crafts
fairs in NorthernCalifornia.Non Juried.Contact:Fair Manager at (775) 825-3679. gad@mcn.org or vtsit http•J/www.graeagtecorn.'events,'gacf/
to incorporate the demonstrations of art and craft into our continuing •Sundays at the Centre' programs between 2:00 and
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Workshops in Tuscany
Does your group offer classes or instruction that would be of interest to Alberta Craft Council members? Fax us your informa• bon at (780) 488-8855 or e-mail at acc@albertacraft.ab.caand we will be sure to include it in our calendar section.
wvvw.gl a s s i s l a nd.com/educa ti on .
New Courses, Drop-in Art Classes & Special Workshops, Harcourt House
Professional Development Workshops 2005, NorQuest College, Edmonton, AB
Classes focus on basic-advanced computer use. specific softvare programs, accounting skill & small business practice. These are
half-day/full day classes, some running over
Vetrate Artistche Toscane will hold intensive summer workshops in glass fusing, basic mosaic, painting on glass 1 and painting on glass 2. The workshops will take place in the very centre of Siena (Tuscany) and will be conducted in English. For details visit
consecutive
Saturdays. Bonus Free parking! For further information &
For the last fifteen years Harcourt House has been providing the
community with a wide range of art classes and workshops Sculpting the figure in day, figure drawing, painting the figure drawing the self portrait & exploring portraiture. sculpting the
fi gure i n rel i ef, s cul pture - s l a b forms i n cl a y, pa ti na s for s cul p-
Linda Doherty (BC), and Susy Siegele and Mike Haley (US). For further information. fees and registration please visit
%w.'.membersshawcaIokpanews/clayåest05.htrnl or email kelownadayfestival@hotmail.com.
Electrum Design Studio —Edmonton
Visit Edmonton jewellers Wayne Mackenzie and Janet Stein at Electrum Design studio and while you are there you can take in the great art exhibitions Wayne assembles
12419 - stony Plain Rd. Edmonton, AB. (780) 482-1402, www.gallery-walk.com/electrum
Glenbow Museum —Calgary
In celebration of Alberta's 100th anniversary in 2005. Glenbow
please contact: Harcourt House office at (780) 426-4180, visit at harcourthouse.abca. 10215 - 112 Street. Edmonton, AB or
Museum is planning a series of speaal exhibitions and the development of a new permanent gallery that traces Alberta's legendary tales, maverick personalities, and romanticized livelihoods of the West. We are asking our members donors and the
that offers a 2-year diploma in Art, Craft and Design with a major in one of four studios: Clay; Fibre; Jewellery and Small Object Design; or Metal. The program emphasizes hands on studio work combined with the study of design, drawing, history and professional practices and offers small class sizes
Arts & Cultural Management Program Online
information or to help Glenbow Museum prepare for Alberta's
or phone 1-877-552-282.
Weaving Certificate programme
Lunenburg Seaside Craft School —Lunenburg NS
educa ti on through the Wea vl ng Certi fi ca te progra mme. Des i gn
registration: (780) 644.6450 or visit: wuw.norquest.ab.ca
ture. sculpting organic clay pots altemative Polaroidtechniques egg tempera workshop plus many others For more information
Kootenay School Of the Arts at Selkirk College - Nelson BC
KSASC is an accredited post secondary educational institution
and extendedstudiohours.Visitwww.ksac.bc.ca
Grant MacEwan Community College in Edmonton is offering their Arts and Cultural Management program online.
For information contact Alana Broomfield (780) 497-4408, or broomfielda@macewan.ca .
The Hand Weavers, Spinners and Dyers of Alberta offers weaving
The 2005 class schedule for the Lunenburg Seaside Craft School is now available on our website at MAm.Lunenburgcraftschool.com. We are excited to announce the addition of new classes in sculpted basketry, stained glass and mosaics to our curriculum.
Artist Retreats —Colorado
Vacation and study in Colorado. Sculpture glass, pottery at Latka
Studios. Contact: (719) 543-0720 Or visit w%w.ceramicsite.com, 229 Midway puebL Colorado 81004-1912.
Heming College's Haliburton School Of the Arts —ON
A forerunner in art and craft education since 1967, the Haliburton School of the Ans provides an opportunity to pursue studies in the inspirational Haliburton Highlands. Weeklong
courses and weekend workshops in an extensive range of media; a-week Stone Carving Program; 14-week Art Certificate Programs (artist blacksmith, ceramics, drawing, painting, glass-
blowing, iewellery and textile surface design). Children to adults beginners to professionals —something for everyone'
Phone:(866) 3536464.
City Arts Centre —Edmonton
The City Arts Centre in EdmontonOffersmany coursesin art,
craft, dance, theatre and active living throughout the fall and
and Colour for fibres module is to be offered at the annual cone ference in May. Check out their home page at wav.hwsda.org
for more information. The Edmonton Weaver's Guild univ'block weave study group is to begin in February,2005. call Gayle at (780) 987-3593.
Advanced Woodworking and Furniture Design —NAIL Edmonton
The Advanced Woodworking and Furniture Design Program engages students in the exploration of their creativity while developing advanced woodworking skills. For more information
visit myunait.ab.ca/wood or Call (780) 491-3184.
different artists each day. There is free parking. free admission. and a free draw. Crescent Heights Community Centre
1101 2nd Street NW, Calgary, AB Also, visit our website at vwm.calyxart.com.
Airborne Quilt Exhibition
May 8 —June 26, 2005. The Grand National invitational quilt exhibition invites submissions from Canadian quilt artists on the
theme of the majesty of the sky and all that finds a home there Information is available by e-mailing Kathleen Bissett at airborne@ka thl eenbi s s ettcom.
Sale and Competition
attend this annual event at Westmount Junior High School (gymnasium) 11125 — 131 Street Edmonton.
3rd World Ceramic Biennale 2005 Korea
April 23 —June 19, 2005. Ceramic artists from around the world
are invited to take part in the 3rd World Ceramic Biennale 2005
Korea (CEBIKO) Intemational Competition. This grand-scale international event features the world's finest ceramic artists focusing
on defining new values and creative direction for 21st century ceramics. One of the main events of the World Ceramic Biennale will be held from April 23 • June 19, 2005 in which ceramic artists from across the globe will compete in categories of
•Ceramics for use" and •Ceramics as Expression." All ceramic
artists are eligible to participate, and the judging panel will
Edmonton Weavers' Guild Classes and Workshops
Classes in beginner and intermediate weavjng and beginner spinning as well as workshops in weaving, spinning, basketry,
felting, and dyeing, Registration is open to anyone. but spaces
are limited.For more informationor to register,contact Sonja Myroonat (180) 452-1152 or omyroon@telusplanet.net
compri s e venera ted cera mi cs experts from ea ch conti nent.
For information visit http:/twocef.com[
2005 Kelowna Clay Festival
August 19 —23, 2005. The Okanagan Potters Association is proud to present the third biennial Kelowna Clay Festival. The 2005 festival will be held at the rotary Centre for the Arts
located in the heart of Kelowna's cultural district. Visiting artists include Phil Rogers (UK), Trudy Golley (AB), Hank Murrovu(US),
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Building the World Artists Interpret Architecture. February 19 -
Edmonton.AB, T5J 2C1. (780) 4226223
April 30 —May 1, 2005. Join us for the Ninth Semi-Annual Art Exhibition and Sale. a two day event (10:00 am —4:00 pm) with
April 16-17, 2005. open to the public from pm. The NorthernAlberta Wood Carvers Association invites you to
May 19 —July 4, Tour leaders: Trudy Galley & Josie Walter. Highlights include St. Ives Rufford Park Pottery Fair, Aberystwyth Intemational Ceramics Festival, and numerous studio visits museums and galleries For more information contactAnne Brodie Red Deer College (403) 314-2469, or annebrodte@rdc.abca.
Edmonton Art Gallery —Edmonton
The following exhibitions are scheduled for installation in the over the coming months. Exact dates are subject to change, so please check the Edmonton Art Gallery web site closer to the projected installation date to be certain. Re:
Calyx Distinctive Arts Sale #9
more For a complete catalogue of all classes offered contact
Pottery Tour to England & Wales
130 - 9th AvenueSE Calgary,AB CanadaT2G on, (403) 268-4100.
May 15; 19th Century French Realist Masterworks from the National Gallery of Canada, March 12 - May 29. Visit the
NAWCA —22nd Annual Wood Carving Show,
the City Arts Centre in Edmontonat (780) 496-6955.
2005 celebrations visit http•J/mvw.glenboworg/2005.htm or please contact: Lisa Making. Membership & Annual Giving Coordinator by phone (403) 268-4165 or e-mail Imaking@glenbow.org
EXHIBITIONS and EVENTS
winter. Some of the craft courses include: paper marbling, wire
jewellew. ceramics quilting. silversmithing, stained glass. and
community for help to celebrate this special occasion. For more
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Edmonton Art Gallery at 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Provincial Museum of Alberta —Edmonton
The Provincial Museum is celebrating Edmonton's, and Alberta's centenni a l s by pres enti ng the fi ne a rt col l ecti on once bel ongi ng
to two of Edmonton's historically prominent citizens - former mayor, John A. McDougall. and his youngest son. Edmund.
Ihrough paintings, ceramics furniture and other artefacts this
special exhibition offers visitors the opportunity to experience the lifestyle and tastes Of an influential. turn-of-the-century Alberta family. A Century past Refined Living in the New Alberta
will be on display at the Museum until September 30, 2005. General information: (780) 453-9100.
GRANTS/AWARDS Visit the Alberta Craft Council web site for a complete listing of
grants, awards and scholarships available to Alberta craft artists, www-albertacraftab.ca.Follow the Info link and then hit on Grantsand Award.
Centennials of Alberta & Saskatchewan Grant
Deadline: April 1 & June 1. Canadian Heritage has announced the program. •Centennials of Alberta and Saskatchewan Grant Program •, with its goal to support diverse celebration, commem-
oration and learning initiatives put forward by non-governmental
organizations in support of the centennials. Eligible recipients are
non-govemmental organizations ad hoc committees, community associations and charitable organizations. For more information
visit, wøw.pch.gc.ca.
Canada Council
Travel Grants. Applicants may apply for Travel Grants at any time, once per fiscal year (1 April to 31 March). The Canada Council must. however, receive these applications at least one month before applicants' date of departure. Other grants are available including fine Craft. research/production/professional develop•
ment Deadline for fine Craft Grants is March 1. For details call toll-free at 1-800-263-5588, ext 5269 or
Calendar Alberta Foundation for the Arts
The Craft Studio at Harbourfront Centre — Artist in Residence Program
deadlines: Apnl 1 for new artists to the collection. October 1 for all artists. Web: http•J/www.cd.gov.ab.ca/all_about_usJcommis-
metal, ceramics and textiles Contact: The Craft Studio at
Ha rbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Qua y W.. Toronto, ON, Phone:
from small local festivals to artists hiring venues Any feedback on the booklet would be welcomed by the Australia Council and should be forwarded to; Mark Stapleton, Unit Manager, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Australia Council, mstapletonOozco.goV4au
Edmonton, AB T5J 4R7 Reception: (780) 427-9968
wvm.harbourfront.on.
The Craft Revival Trust
Project Grants for Individuals: Deadlines February 15 and September 1 each year. Art acquisition through slide submission
sions/arts! . AFA: 901 Standard Life Centre, 10405 Jasper Avenue.
Far. (780) 422-9132.
Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts
Deadline: February. One year Fellowship Residencies awarded to a ceramic artist who demonstrates merit and exceptional promise The purpose is to provide the successful candidate an oppor-
tunity to focus their attention to produce and exhibit a significant body Of work. Amount: 55,000. Contact: Archie Bray
Foundation for the Ceramic Arts, 2915 Country Club Avenue„ Helena. MT, USA, 59602, (406) 443-3502, e-mail: archiebray@archiebray.orgor visit www.archiebray.org.
Handweavers Guild of America
Deadline: March each year. HGA and Dendel Scholarships. Students enrolled in accredited undergraduate or graduate programs in fibre arts in the US, its possessions and Canada are eligi bl e- Schol a rs hi ps a re a wa rded on a rti s ti c a nd techni ca l meri t
rather than financial need, Amount: Varies. Contact: e-mail weavespindye@compuservecom or visit wwwweavespindyeorg.
The Center for Book Arts
Sally R. Bishop Artist's Residency A six-week summer residency
Deadline is ongoing. Openings for recent graduates in hot glass, (416) 973-4963, e-mail rmegan@harbourfronton.ca or visit
More Grant Opportunities
http://wwwcraftrevival.org/Since 1999, The Craft Revival Trust has worked towards bridging the knowledge gap by building
on grant programs available.
sector. We believe that free and open access to information
an encyclopedic guide and resource base of the craft and textile
Visit the Alberta Craft Council web site for more information
empowers individuals and societies.
OPPORTUNITIES
The Art Society of Strathcona County
Is seeking artists to hold evening and one & two day workshops Al l medi ums wel come. Submi t compl ete works hop i nforma ti on
Instructors Needed - Northern Life Museum, Fort Smith NWT
(including mediums. fees, etc. and an artist bio) to Karen Arnett.
Instructors needed for Bead & Wire Jewellery and hmo/Polymer
Clay to teach 1 or 2 day workshops in Fort Smith, NWT during August 2005. Travel & hourly fee paid. Accommodation provided. Please call 867.872.3123 and leave name, evening phone number and message. Laurie Young, Manager, Northern Life Museum.
art eventsand more is availableon theirweb site.Visit
Application Deadline: April 15, 2005. Invited artists for 2005 are: Kate Hyde, Thomas Aitken, Brian McArthur and Dawn Detarando.
Deadline May 1. Contemporary Crafts Museum & Gallery,
Foretgn Affairs: airfare, accommodations, and per diem grant to help upcoming artists launch international careers and develop market potential by exhibiting in a foreign commercial gallery. Amount up to 53,500. Info: Department Of Foreign Affairs, Ottawa, toll free 1-888-757-7752, e-mail: yves.pepin@dfait• maeci.gc.ca or visit www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/arts
Halvorsen Residency. An annual award is given to an outstanding
Exporters
(819) 953-5316,
pch.gc.caJprogs/ac-ca/progsJrc-trfindex_e.cfm.
Canadian Native Arts Foundation
Canadian Craft Federation Web Site
The Canadian Craft Federation works hard to advocate fine craft advantage of. Market Reports on their web site include the Profile and Development study, Marketing Guide for
Contemporaryfine Craft in the United
Portland, OR, is accepting applications for the 2005-2006
student or emerging artist who commits to a six- to twelve-
month residency at the gallery's on-site studio facility and a solo
exhibition at the conclusion of the residency. Deadline is May 1 for resideng beginning July 1, 2005. For more info visit wv•m.contemporarycrafts.orgor contact Lisa Conte, Director of Exhibitions at CCMG, Iconte@contemporarycrafts.org
StudyOf the Craft
Sector in Canada. Career Self Management in the Culture Sector. What Next?, CODA Craft Conference & Survey, Canadian Crafts:
Study of the French Market Study. Go directly to these reports at
or you
can also Start from the CCF home page at www.canadiancraftsfedera ti on-ca
Building Successful Careers in Arts and Culture
Gatlinburg, Tenn.
The Cultural Human Resources Council has released a career self-management guide for artists and cultural workers. Artists and cultural workers developed the Art of Managing Your Career
and is designed to provide pre-professional, self-directed artists time and space to develop a major body of work in a creative
Guide to provide pertinent and practical information to better manage artistic careers. The guide is available for 520 per copy plus Shipping and handling charg& E-mail: info@culturalhrc.ca.
ArrowmontSchool Of the Arts and Crafts, Arrowmont's Artist-in-Residence program began in 1991
community environment of students and visiting faculty.
Marketing Guide for Contemporary Fine Craft
(865) 436-5860, info@arrowmont.org.www.Arrowmontorg.
Assists talented aboriginal artists with financial aid for education and training in the arts. including crafts. Contact: Canadian
(416) 926-0775
Eisenbeis(780) 467Æ093 or Jack Wallace(780) 462-0779.
Sheila Huge Mackay Foundation
www.dfalt-maeci.gcca/arts.
and present opportunities for people in the craft industry to take
Halvorsen Residency
Northern Alberta Wood Carvers Association
Native Arts Foundation, 70 Yorkville Ave., suite 33AToronto ON. M6R 189,
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Intemational Trade Arts
Information on market reports, financial assistance, international
Medalta International Artists in Residence Program, Medicine Hat
International Career Development Grant
A new 3-year pilot program called Trade Routes provides funding for export preparedness and international market development Info: Margaret Skok. Director. Trade & Investment Development.
Department Of Foreign Affairs
assist Canadian artists including craft artists in foreign markets.
to produce a limited edition book in the Center's studios in New York. Contact: The Center for Book Arts. 28 West 27 Street. New York, NY 10001, mvw.centerforbookarts.org.
Canadian Heritage Funding for Arts and Cultural
Park. AB TBA OV6 or e-mail: ktamett@telusplanet.net
and Cultural Industries Division works hard to promote and
For further information and an application please visit www.medalta.org or call 403.529.1070.
Art and cultural Industries Promotion Division, Department Of
do ASSC Workshop Coordinator, 57 Mission Street. Sherwood
in the United States
NAWCS meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. September —June. Westmount Junior High School, Room 11125 —131 Street, Edmonton. For club information call Dave
This definitive source Of information, for craft artists interested in entering US markets or expanding their US exposure, features 30 pages Of current advice on dealing with Amencan markets and profiles of about 140 American craft galleries that are interested
http•J/home.ecn.abca/—nawca
only, Receive your hardbound copy by calling Ottawa at
in carrying Canadian work. This guide is available to Canadians
The spirit of the grant is to provide seed money to as many visu-
Craft and Folk Art Tours
1-800-267-8376 and select •publications' from the phone menu.
on its own meritof project,scope and budget.Grants not to
Tours 6776AC Warboys Byron,NY 14422, (585) 548-2667.
The Metalphoric Association Of Metal Artists - Calgary, AB
al artists and crafts people in Canada as possible. The annual deadline is June 1. Consideration will be given to each proposal exceed S500. For a complete application form contact: Sheila
Mackay Dick, 3107 Rothesay Road, Rothesay, NB, QE 5V3, Phone: (506) 847-5322 Fax: (506) 849 1881
Association of Universities and Colleges Of Canada —Study Craft Overseas
The AUCC awards overseas scholarships to Canadian citizens for undergraduate or post-graduate studies including crafts. Send 20 slides of 20 original works. Contact AUCC, Awards Division,
151 Slater street. Ottawa, ON KIP 5N1, (613) 563-1236.
The Commonwealth Arts & Crafts Awards
Opportunities for ten artists and craftspeople to explore their skills in an international context. This award helps winners travel
to another Commonwealth country to work with other artists Visit: www.commonwealthfoundation.com for details
Join a tour and visit Burma, India, Mexico. Ecuador, Romania, Bulgaria and/or Turkey Small personalized groups Craft World
Loom for Sale
36" 4 Harness Leclerc Artisat Loom. Comes with an adjustable
bench, shuttles (flat + boat), bobbins, bobbin winder, reeds wire heddles raddle, crank. combs. 2 books Excellent condition 5800 ON, obo. Calgary. Please contact via email: jmh5420mail.usask.ca.
Risk Management and Insurance for Arts Enterprises You may be interested in this free booklet 'Risk Management
Or visit
•METALPHORIC• (a metal arts association in Calgary) has been busy fundraising and applying for shows etc We had a great show at Art Central in November 04 and we plan to make that a yearly event. By the time you read this we will have Just wrapped up our Spring show at Artspace All members are invited to participate in our exhibitions Annual membership fee is only S25.00 For more informatton check out Metalphoric at http://groupsyahomcom!group/metalphoncj Or email Jeff Wilkms at large@telusnet
and Insurance for Arts Enterprises' which can be downloaded form the Australia Council's website at http://wmqozQgov.au/arts_resources/other/risk_manageThe booklet was created to help arts enterprises deal with insurance issues by
better managing risks. It is relevant to a range of arts enterprises
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Series2005 Red Deer College
Medicine Hat College Grande Prairie Regional College
The ultimate art experience! Summer VisualArts School 5 — 16 day Courses • Pastels
in:
• Jewellery • Collage
• Book Arts • Fibre Arts
• Ceramics • Bronze Casting
• Drawing
• Painting • Printmaking
• Woodworking • Stained Glass • Metal Arts
• Calligraphy
• Woodcarving • Photography Hands-on learning
World classinstructors Well equipped studios
Convenient on campus accommodations
http://extension.rdc.ab.ca
For brochure can 403 342 3504 For more informationcontactWendy Meeres at 403 342 3160 or wendy.meeres@rdc.ab.ca
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Winnipeg, fibre & Mixed
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Melanie Murphy,
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Laura Sharp. Calgary,Clay Jo-Ann Shaw, Calgary,Clay,
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Dawn Detarando & Brian McArthur, Red Deer, Clay
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Linda Freebairn Farley,
Cheryl Nekolaichuk,
Victoria, Metal
Pincher Creek. fibre & Mixed Media
Edmonton
Sheila Niles,
Gordon Galenza,
Millarville, fibre
Emily Parke-Koll,
Calgary. Wood & Mixed
Trudy Gallagher,
Calgary, Fibre Tammy Parks-Legge, Stony Plain, Clay
Fredericton, Metal
GretchenGhent, Calgary,Fibre Mark Gibeau, Strathmore,Glass Eric Pedersen, St. Albert, Wood Pauline Pelletier, Lena Gilje.
Wembley,fibre & Photography Michelle Gluza,
Elizabeth Penttinen,
Edmonton,fibre Darren James Petersen,
Roza Grabowska,
Connie Pike,
Red Deer, Glass
Edmonton
High River, Clay & Metal Peter & Vera Ponich, Edmonton
Calgary. Metal
Marion K. Gravells,
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Calgary. fibre
Judith Green,
Pincher Creek. Clay
Edmonton,Jewellery
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Heritage Weavers & Spinners Barbara Rocchio, Edmonton Guild of Calgary, Calgary,Fibre Dana Roman, Canmore,Fibre Gerry Russo, Edmonton, Wood Ann Haessel, Calgary,Mixed Joan Sandham, Winnipeg.Clay Media Wall Art Suzin Skyler Hein, Theresa Hall. Edmonton,Clay Calgary, Glass, Metal Crys Harse, Barbara Starrenburg,
Linda Hawke, Calgary,fibre Chris Hepburn,
Red Deer, Mixed Media
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Bonny Houston, Calgary,Glass Dianne Hove, Calgary.Clay Joan Irvin, Calgary,Metal Roseann Janzen, Carvel,
Paula Swann, Calgary
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Ron Maunder, St. Albert, Metal
Mail to:
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Phone 1-800-DO CRAFT (AB only), (780) 488-6611 Fax (780) 488-8855
Edmonton. Glass Metal & Fibre
Edmonton. fibre M. Glennie McKirdy. Turner Valley, Glass. Gourds & Pine Needles
10186-106 street, Edmonton,AB T5J IH4
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Karen Golden-Biddle,
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PatriciaDickson,
Edmonton. Mixed Media
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Margaret Murray,
Calgary. Clay
N. Priscilla Thomas. Edmonton, Clay Linda Thomas & Eric Koroluk, Renewing Membership Edmonton Fort McMurray Historical Carla Thorogood, Metal & Wood Society, Fort McMurray Medicine Hat, Mixed Media Jackie Anderson, Calgary.Metal Grethe Jensen, Julia Tsetso, Little Smoky. Fibre Crossroads Market/Artspace, Rocky Mountain House, Clay Ted Jolda, Parksville, Glass Calgary, All Mary Ursuliak, Terry Juzak, Edmonton,Metal Ed Bamiling, Banff,Clay Marie Gordon & Jim Kindrake, Summerland, Clay Don Bednar, Drexel Walker, Edmonton Spruce Grove Metal SouthernAlbertaArt Gallery, Suzette Knudsen, Calgary.Clay Calgary. Clay & Glass Clay Linda Wallace, Akiko Kohana.Edmonton, Lethbridge Tracy Brown, Edmonton,Metal Pat LaPointe. Edmonton,Glass Nanoose Bay, fibre Anne Lindsay. Tracie Ward, Emil Bucharsky. Okotoks Clay & Glass Medicine Hat. Ctystal, Rocks, Spruce Grove, Metal Vivian Wasiuta. Calgary,Clay Fossils, Minerals & Ore Cindy Clarke & Jim Willett,
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Edmonton, Clay
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