ALBERTA CRAFT YEAR 2007
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CREDITS From the Executive Director In the past month or I have heard a variety of stories about craftspeople galleries and organizations relocating or closing, primarily due to the BOOM in Alberta's housing and commercial real estate.
revitalization of 118th Ave. Yet, the city has more that 80 not-for profit organizations waiting for city-subsidized space
I have heard about.
have been down-sized to renovations of the existing
members moving to Saskatchewan, for cheaper housing,
a member gallery closing after a 100% rent hike,
Ambitious plans for a new museum/gallery in Red Deer building. Rising construction costs are the main issue.
I'm sure there are other stories in other Alberta cities
and regions.
The provincial government's culture planning process
members whose live/work coop may
small increases to funding sources such as the Alberta
a public gallery in Calgary being force to relocate, another public gallery in Edmonton preparing to "lose" its facility, and most recently, the Edmonton Weavers Guild being evicted
from a City of Edmontonbuilding....
We have all heard optimistic stories about people who are able to "cash in" on real estate. We are now hear-
ing more news about people, particularly in the culture
sector, who are being "forced out" of real estate. These stories are all tied to near-O% commercial vacancy rates
and soaring property values throughout Alberta.
Whether these stories are about new-found wealth, or
a new form of poverty,these extremes have an impact on the arts and artists. I see these extremes in my own life. My home is worth a lot more that it was 5 or 10 years ago —but only if I sell it. li m starting to worry about whether I can afford the maintenance, taxes and/or utilities in my (distant?) retirement. And, at the Alberta Craft Council, it seems less and less likely that the Council can afford a second space in Calgary - or ever acquire permanent space in Edmonton or Calgary.
I'm not the only one who is becoming alarmed about the pressures of a boom economy on the arts and artists.
The Calgary Arts Development Authority has completed a major study called "Cultural Spaces Trends and Needs
Analysis" which reports that "Calgary's cultural space inventory is behind, and sliding further,relative to other cities". The Calgary Council for Voluntary Organizations
is also currently studying the space and facility deficit. Edmonton's "Cultural Capital" designation for 2007 is generating public awareness, and concerns, about the future of galleries, theatres, studios and other arts
spaces. The Edmonton Arts Council is currently studying space issues as part of the city's new cultural plan. And, for example, the Mayor is personally attempting to broker permanent arts and artists' spaces in the
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CraftNew2007
NOW INCLUDES MORE THAN 600 EVENTS!
June in Calgary •wasthe climax of Craft Year 2007 projects in Alberta. with the IV— invistbleMsible, a remarkable three-day craft career development conference, followed by the CODA Conference. the first
cross-bordergathering of senior craftadministrators along with I I special exhibitions
There are more events across the country, and in Alberta. Visit the Canadian Crafts Federation's
extensive 2007 website at www.craftyear2007.ca for details
Craft Association of BC (Vancouver Museum).
• October 11
The Ontario Craft Council is presenting their fall
fundraiser Craft Unmasked. a masquerade soiree, in partnership with the SHAMBA Foundation. Tickets
are $175 (10 for S1575). Call Kathenne McKellarat (416) 925-4222 ext. 222 for informationor visit wwa.craft.on.ca
• October 19 — December 9
The SaskatchewanCraft Council Gallery hosts the MetalArts Guild (MAG) of Canada 2007 juried national touring exhibition. This showcaseof MAG
members from across the country celebrates both the 60th Anniversary of the Metal Arts Guild and Craft
Year 2007. The exhibitionwill showcasenew works
from MAG members as well as important pieces made in the past. to truly celebrate MAG history and contemporary Canadian metal artists. http://%%w.metalartson.ca
SCC, 813 BroadwayAvenue. Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,SIN IBS wwwsaskcraftcouncil.org
October 25 — December 16
The New Cartography of Craft: Charting a Course
from Regional to Global is an exhibitionwhich looks beyond out geographic and cultural boundaries
Work by the Nova Scotia DesignerCrafts Council membershipwill considerglobal cultural influences
and reflects them. This exhibition will align with the
Nova Scotia College of Art & Destgn•sNeoCraft conference,which looks at similar themes Mary E Black Gallery, 1061 & 1096 Marginal Road, Halifax. Nova Scotia
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November 30 —January 27 The Tom Thompson Art Gallery presents Craft Convergence, a juned exhibitionof current craft practice by a wide variety of fine craft artists in clay,
wood, glass,metals and textiles Craft Convergence
aims to award excellence and innovation in fine craft production. The exhibitionwill be directed and curated by Stuart Reid. Tom Thompson Art Galley, 840 First Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario. NAK 4K4 http://www.tomthompson.org
• December7 - 22
The Conseil des métiers d'art du Québec presents the Salon des métiers d'art du Québec. an exhibitionof
450 of the best fine craft in Québec and beyond.
Place Bonaventure, 800. De La Gauchetiére Street, West. Montreal, Québec H5A 1K6
• December 1 —January 27
The Burlington Art Centre presents the Quilt Art 20th
Anniversary Exhibition. This InternationalTounng Quilt Exhibition was organized by •Quilt Art • (ww.v.quiltart.org.uk) which is Europe's leading
advocacy group for innovativequlltmaking. The show will be on display in the AIC Gallery,and will
feature work by the members of the Quilt Art group, Burlington Art Centre. 1333 Lakeshore Road,
Burlington,Ontario, L7S IA9
http:nw%v.burlingtonartcentre.on.ca
February 22-24
Craft Pioneers Symposium at the Harbourfront Centre will be held in February 2008. The papers will be
http:/tvmv.craft-design.nsca,findex.html
publishedin book form. More details on speakers.
November 23 —25 A international conference on the crafts and moder-
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West,
nity. NeoCraft will further develop criticalthinking, theory and history in relation to the crafts. It will not only acknowledgethe vital role the crafts play in our culture and economy, but challenge the position of craft by creating a forum for lively exchange and debate A variety of Halifax gallerieswill host craft relatedexhibitions during the conferenceincluding:
The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Dalhousie Art Gallery,
Mount Saint Vincent UniversityArt Gallery,The Mary E Black Gallery,The Anna Leonowens Gallery,Saint Mary's UniversityArt Gallery. Page and Strange. Studio 21 and The Argyle. For more details visit http://www.neocraft.ca
All About Alberta to go to Korea The 600+ Canadian events of Craft Year 2007 have also attracted international attention.
Craft Year has prompted the prestigious
Cheongju International Craft Biennale 2007 in
Craft Year 2007 concludes with the annual general meeting of the Canadian Crafts Federation at the Craft Pioneers Symposium (Harbourfront Centre. Toronto) in February and a stunning exhibition by the Planning has already started for Craft Year 2012.
Craft Year 2007 goes international
exhibitionsand lectures will be released as soon as
Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2G8 http://w%v.harbourfrontcentre.com
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The Crafts Association of British Columbia, in partnership with local craft guilds and associations as well as community members.have produced an exhibition titled Contemporary Craft in BC: ExcellenceWithin. Diversity,to be held at the Vancouver Museum. Activities include a province-widejuried exhibition,a speakers' series,demonstrationsand workshops and a community additive project encouraging public participation.
South Korea to host the Alberta Craft Council's
All About Alberta
exhibition. This is a
preview for Canada as the official "guest
country" for 2009.
Plans are being developed for several exhibitions lectures, diplomatic receptions and direct
marketing of work by 100 or more Canadians in Cheongju in 2009. Maegan Black from the
Canadian Crafts Federation,Yvonne Chui from
the Craft Association of BC and Tom McFaII from the ACC have been invited to attend the 2007 Cheongju Biennale. Tom describes the
Biennale as the Asian craft equivalent of the
Cannes Film Festival.
Illis two-year project is being supported by the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Promart Program of Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Canada Council for the
Arts, Canadian Heritage Trade Routes Program and several provincial craft councils.
The Cheongju International Craft Biennale, South Korea, is a series of exhibitions, competitions, fairs and symposiums of national and international craft works throughout the month of October. With the participation of
nearly 3,000 artists from 60 different countries, the event carries great significance and promotes knowledge of the "Jikji" the oldest metal printing panel (which predates the Gutenberg version by 78 years.) Craft is celebrated and honoured in an astonishing number of events throughout the span of the Biennale. http://cheongjubiennale.or.kr
National Venuesfor All About Alberta All About Alberta will be presentedat the Salon
des metierd'art in Montreal.The Salon features an exhibitionof 450 of the best fine craft in Quebec and beyond. It runs from December 7 - 22, 2007 at Place Bonaventure, 800, De La Gauchetiere Street. West. Montreal, Quebec. An audience of more than
200,000 is expected.
All About Alberta will then travel to Saskatchewan
Craft Council in Saskatoon, February 8 • March 31,
2008 and plans are underwayfor AAA to travel to Ontario Crafts Council as well as the Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Craft Year 2007 also generatedan opportunity for Canadians at the
Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show Earlier this year, the CCF/FCMA announced
that Canada had accepted the invitation of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show to be
the guest country at this prestigious event in
2007. Twenty-six Canadian craft makers have been selected to exhibit their work. The
project is being coordinated on behalf of the CCF/FCMA by the Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador and the
Conseil des métiers d'art du Québec. Traditionally open only to American residents,
the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show now welcomes a guest country each year, ded-
icating 26 booth spaces to the invited country. Participation in this high profile event will provide significant exposure for Canadian craft in
the American craft buying community. In addition, each of the selected Canadian exhibitors will gain an exceptional export opportunity to
promote their own work in the American craft marketplace.
CODA
CRAFr HAS No BOUNDARIES
Craft expertsfrom across the continent — The CODA,Craft Organization from Florida to California, and 7 Provincial DevelopmentAssociation,Conference, June 14-17,organized by the Alberta Craft Councilsfrom Newfoundland, British CraftCouncil,attracted 55Americanand Columbia- reviewedthe conference... 25 Canadianseniorcraftleaders and "was glad to be part of this first conference administrators (www.codacraft.org). betweenCanadian and LIScraft" Specialexhibitions for CODA(and Invisible/Visible) were organized by the '"bigthank you to the gracious hosts" GlassArt Associationof Canada,Metal Arts Guild, Metalphoric, INFLUX "was great to be in Canada. Learned a lot Jewellery Gallery,Collage and Dashwood fromthem" Galleriesat Art Central,Arts on Atlantic "very well thought out presentation of ideas, Gallery plus several clusters of students, and richin detail" volunteersand ACCmembers.Thesebecame thought-provoking the largest collectionof simultaneous craft "beyond my expectations" exhibitionsever held in Calgary.The main CODAsocialevent was held at the Nickle "hot glass displays (BeeKingdom) were amazArts Museumamidst the All AboutAlberta ing and the Tipton/Chalkehouseand studio was a beautifulsetting to mingle and enjoy exhibition. CODAwind-up parties were hosted by ceramisits Barbara Tipton and quiet conversation" John Chalkeand Bee Kingdom,a new hot "lovedeverything about the conference. glassstudio. Thanks!"
This project is supported by Department of Canadian Heritage Trade Routes program.
Special thanks to:
For more information, contact:
ACC Staff, Joanne Hamel, Nancy St.Hilaire and Jenna Stanton, Executive DirectorTom McFall, CODA Managaing Director Linda Van Trump and CODA Chair Tim Glotzbach
Anne Manuel, Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador, amanuel@craftcouncil.nf.ca
ACC Members, Mindy Andrews, Bee Kingdom, John Chalke, Katrina Chaytor, Connie Cooper, Dawn Detarando, Suzette Knudsen, James Lavoie, Charles Lewton-Brain,Tara Owen, Diane Sullivan, Barbara TIPton, Kari woo, Simon & Melanie
Louise Chapados, Conseil des métiers d'art du Québec. louise.chapados@metiers-d-art.qc.ca
Wroot
Maegen Black, CCF/FCMA, craft Year 2007, maegen.black@gnb.ca
Bee Kingdom: Tim Belliveau, Phillip Bandura, and Ryan Marsh Fair-weather with board member Tara Owen prepare
for their studio party
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Maegan Black (Craft Year 2007), Bernie Burton (Nova Scotia
Designer Craft Council and Atlantic Craft Trade Show), Lance Carlson (ACAD President). Caroline Clarke (Craft Council of
Newfoundland and Labrador), Linda Cullen-Saik (Red Deer College, Series), Jay Kimball (Craft Council of Newfoundland
and Labrador), Anne Manual (Craft Council Of Newfoundland and Labrador), Emma Quin (Ontario Craft Council), Carol Ross
(George Little Management),Ann Rosen (Canadian Consular Office in Chicago), Mark Stobbe (Saskatchewan Craft Council)
Tom Tait (Galleries West), Linda Tremblay (Conseil des metier du'art du Quebec)
Simon Wroot,ACC visits with Emma Qui", General
Manager Ofthe Ontario Craft Council, and Yvonne Chui, Executive Director of Craft Association OfB.C.
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Diane Sullivan, Julia Krueger, John Chalke, Barb Tipton, and Katrina Chaytor are ready to host a studio party for
CODA participants.
CrafrYeæ2007 AMERICAN AND CANADIAN PARTNERSHIPS CODA CONFERENCE 2007 REVIEW BY BARBARATwroN
In its first conferenceoutside the US, the departments of heritage, tourism and ecoCraft Organization Development nomic development are able to recognize Association(CODA)met at the Alberta the potential in supporting craft-related College of Art + Design (ACAD) this June. programs. Crafts has the potential to be a Hosted by the Alberta Craft Council (ACC) major travel attraction that generates culturaltourismand overallcommunity/ecoin partnership with the Canadian Craft Federation, the event was also part of Craft nomic development. Year 2007,a nation-wide festival of profesCanadiansnew to CODAwere introduced sional craft. The theme of this year 's CODA to Minutes of Fame," the system where"3 conference,"Craft Has No Boundaries," by the numerous delegate groups are able provokeddiscussionson the futureof craft to briefly introduce themselves.The time and explored the vibrant, growing interlimit is supposed to be strictly adhered to, relationship of American and Canadian with presenters exceeding3 minutes physicraft practice. Just under 100people attendcally removed from the stage. Canadians ed, with 50 fromthe US, and approximately were a little more lenient, but with support 40 Canadians representing most of the from the Americans, helped inform lengthy provincesand territories. presenters by drowning them with
Despite some southerners being puzzled at first about Canada (a few had asked if they should expect snow), the Americans were enthusiastic, friendly and eager to find out more about how things worked for craftspeople north of the 49th parallel. A day into the conferenceone remarked with slight envy how much government support
Canadianorganizationshave,and how lucky we are that most of us have provincewide organizations. With their tenfold larger population, though, Americans have very well developed marketing associations, severalnational magazines covering all aspectsof craft from aestheticsto business, charitableorganizations and numerous craft schools.Most of these organizations are CODAmembers and were, therefore, represented at the conference.
sion is "to provide American and Canadian artists with opportunities and guidance to grow their business and compete in the global marketplace." The company accomplishes this mission through its trade show, Philadelphia BuyersMarket of American Craft, three arts publications (Niche, American Style and Crafting as a Business) and the Arts BusinessInstitute (ABI),its non-profit trade association. ABI provides artists with real-world knowledge about product development, pricing, accounting, public relations and wholesaling to galleries by conducting workshops in partnership with regional arts and economic development organizations in the US and Canada.
applause.Thesebriefintrosrevealedthat
frequently mentioned subject was the
Rosen Group's Buyers Market in Philadelphia. Correspondingly, most Canadian organizations have also been
replayed. In some cases the presenter con-
internetand its possibilities.The web has revolutionizedhowwe communicateand disseminateinformation,and this was strongly evident in panels and presentamembershipand held its annualconference tions. Webinarsenable workshops to take place with the presenter being in one locain Victoria,BC this year (with at least 50% Canadianattendanceanticipated)and tion and the audiencein another;if they are Canadiansform 10%of the exhibitorsat the podcastsor similar media they may also be many US endeavors already include Canadians: George Little Management sponsors several craft fairs in Canada, the Furniture Society has at least 25%Canadian
ducts the workshopfromtheir homestu-
dio. Though webinars are just beginning to be utilized in the craft field, they open up possibilitiesfor international sharing and
involvedin internationalventures,a
notable example being Alberta Craft Council's recent "All About Alberta" project in Washington, DC.
furthercommunication.
An obvious,though seldom discussed example Ofcross-bordersharing is at the individuallevel.Many Canadiansschoolin Though CODA was formed as an informathe US, especially if they attend graduate Hon-sharinggroup there has been more programs, then return to Canada, where concentrationon issues at recent conferthey impart knowledge to others. ences.The main topics for the Calgary Additionally,craftartists fromboth coungathering were "Cross Border Relationships tries may travel acrossborders due to in professionalCraft" and "Youth& employment or personal relationships. Emerging Craftspeople". Representatives American-bornDawnDetarandotalked fromboth countriesrelated examplesof the about her US training, moving to Alberta interaction and sharing that has taken place with husbandBrianMcArthur,their further in the past. training in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and its influenceon their tile and commission CODA's 2001landmark craft survey was workin their Red Deer,Albertastudio. instrumentalin instigatingthe seriesof Many of the larger US-based craft organizaCanadian Craft surveys conducted by the tions have a history of including Canadians Canadian Crafts Federation.With the conin their ventures. Basedin Baltimore, crete figures these surveys provided, Maryland, the RosenGroup's central misAmerican and Canadian government
CODA Managing Director Linda Van frump. CODA Chair Tim Glotzbach and Tom McFall present a Diane Sulliean bowl to Fran Redmon as the CODA Award for Outstanding Service.
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AMERICAN AND CANADIAN PARTNERSHIPSCONTINUED The Nova Scotia Designer Crafts Council (NSDCC)has also sent craft artists to SOFA, as well as to the Philadelphia Buyers Market of AmericanCraft and the Providence,Rhode Island Fine Furnishings Show. According to NSDCC President
Representatives from US craft schools,
such as Penland(NorthCarolina)and
Arrowrnont (Gatlinburg, Tennessee), both stressed that they would welcome applications from Canadian instructors
and students.
BernieBurton,exportdevelopmentin
Of particular interest to Canadian/ IJS cross-border opportunities was the session
"New Projects—CanadianCraftin the US". Craft councils in Quebec,Newfoundland and Labrador,Nova Scotiaand Saskatchewanare all engagedin or have past experiencewith cross-borderprojects. The Quebec Craft Council (Conseildes métiers d'art du Quebec)assistsmakers of limitededitionsand high-endcraftwork in the New YorkInternational Gift Fair and the Philadelphia Buyers Market. According to Linda Tremblay, Marketing Director, the
councilprovidestrainingin marketing,
packing and shipping. Additionally, work by Quebeccraft artists has been shown at SOFAChicago for the last 12 years. They now intend to go to SOFANew Yorkand
DesignMiami.The Quebecgovernment
provides 80%of the craft council funding; the Canadian government 200/0.However,
Atlantic Canada receives considerable government support. NSDCC wants to develop long-range plans, and have been conducting ongoing market research.Part of this included several trade missions to the Los
Angelesarea,whichin turn resultedin
three galleriesvisiting Nova Scotia.One of these, del Mano Gallery, West Los Angeles, held an exhibition of Nova Scotiaartists' work.Thatgallerynow representsthree Atlantic Canada artists. After this success, NSDCC is now looking into additional venues in the US,as well as possibilitiesin the U.K.,Irelandand Iceland.
Contemporary Furniture Fair has become the leading design show in the US. It might be good for rugs, pillows and other soft furnishings as well. Surtex is a whole different way for artists to make money. Here, objectsare for sale or licensing.This show concept was brought from Europe and all of a sudden "has taken off'. Anothermarketingalternativeis the Gourmet Housewares show; in addition to high-end
appliancesand otherkitchenitems,thereis an opportunity for those making table-
cloths,runnersand otherfabricor finecraft items. The International Contemporary
FurnitureFairin NewYorkis not media
specific but open to all works appealing to
the contemporaryinteriordesignmarket.
Check the GLM website for a complete listing of shows and their criteria.
Ann Rosen, Business Development Officer, ConsulateGeneral of Canada (based in Becauseof its low populationand isolation, Chicago)has run a successfulprogram to the exportmarketis especiallyimportantin assist artists and galleries considering Saskatchewan,says Mark Stobbe,Executive exhibiting at SOFAChicago. Some years Directorof the SaskatchewanCraft Council. ago Ann investigated SOFA, was impressed TheEmmaCollaboration, held in alternate with its scope and the business possibilities summers,brings100internationalmakers for Canadian craft artists. Her research to work in Big River for one week. The auc- resulted in the establishment of a four-part trade mission open to Canadian galleries tion in Saskatoonfor the 2006eventdrew and buyersand collectorsfromall over the artists. Those attending receive 1) an educationalsessionwith expertsin the world. (Some even arrived in private jets.)
thecouncilstillcouldnot do thiswithout significantsales fromthe artists.Thiscrossborderventureis not just aboutsales, though, but the opportunity for Quebec artists to be recognized by galleriesand col- Collectorsunableto attendmaybid by
field;2) an internationalnetworkingsession with art buyers from the Mint Museum and the Renwick Gallery; 3) a visit to SOFA;and 4) a visit to a localgallery.In the past eight years the programhas broughtabout200to GeorgeLittleManagement(GLM)is the SOFAfromNova Scotia,Ontarioand largestproducerand marketerof consumer Quebec.This year's programis November producttradeshowsin both the US and 2—3, with applicationsdue October 15.(See Canada.Speakingto Canadianswho wish http://geo.international.gc.ca/canCanada will be the guest country for the to market their work in the US, Carol Ross, am /right_nav / /chicago 31st Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Craft Consultant for GLM, stated that the en.asp) Show this year. The popular show, which big wholesale/retail shows,such as the has an average attendance of 25,000—30,000 New YorkInternational Gift Fair,draw over As a first-time CODA conference attendee, it was inspiring to witness the enthusiasm over fourdays and averageboothsales of 40,000buyers, are expensive and extremely $18,000,began a guest program in 2001. competitive.However,the SeattleGiftshow and eagerness to both receiveand impart information by representatives from both Linda Tremblayand Ann Manuel, is verysmallin comparison,but it attracts Executive Director,Craft Council of countries. buyers as far away as Anchorage wishing Newfoundlandand Labrador,coordinated to acquirework for cruise ships. The Boston BarbaraTiptonis a well-knowCalgarypotter, the Canadianentriesfor the CanadianCraft Gift Show often attracts shop owners buyceramicartist and educatorShe alsowrites,edits and Federation. From 89 applications, 24 craft ing for summer venues in New England curates on fine craft topics, and teaches at ACAD artists representing a wide range of craft and winter venuesin the Caribbean.(In media were selected.The showwillbe both Bostonand Seattlefish and animal 2007. November 8—11, imagessell well.)The International lectors. They've been successful, as evidenced by an increasein collectorsfrom the US visiting the council's gallery in Montreal. The gallery ships work anywhere in the world, a servicethey hope will open up even more opportunities for exposure for its artists.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS IN CRAFT CULTURE CODA CONFERENCE2007 REVIEW BYTARA OWEN
I attended the CODA conference June 13— 17,2007. I attended as an interested party, but also as a director on the board of the Alberta Craft Council —the host organization for this year's conference.
As we experience the zenith of the baby boomer generation, there have been endless discussions about the graying of the general population, let alone in the crafts. There just IS a big bump in the population, most
I was a bit overwhelmed with the people
The reality is that there just aren't as many people coming up through their careers to move into these positions. In reaction to some of this dearth being experienced, the more senior folks amongst us are looking increasingly to the younger and younger generations. They're thinking about how to attract young artists and cultural workers.
that attended this conference.Therewere a number of quite influential people within
the craftssceneon hand and theywereall
there to discuss a multitude of issues and supporteach other within their different
milieu. I found it quite exciting to be a wit-
nessto that. Canadianswere well repre-
sented, with 7 of the 10 provincial craft
councilsin attendance,ownersof galleries and major publications.
As an emergingartist myself,I have an acute interest in what is happening in the
craft scene for young people and emerging craft artists. I feel I represent some of the younger members of the Craft Council by
of whomare now headingfor retirement.
How do you bringin youngexhibitorsand young attendees to the big craft shows? Perhaps more importantly - how do you
cultivatethe young collectors?There's talk
of new ways of finding volunteers in the youth, attracting new members that are older, those who have become full time
cussionamongstadministratorsand direc-
tors of groups about the graying of the pop-
session that I attended, they talked briefly
aboutincentivesfor students,such as 24/7 studio access,cross pollination of media,
emergingartistsawardsand scholarships, studio set up and supply grants, profes-
ulationwithinthoseinstitutions.Whereare sional practices workshops, providing more the young people, the emerging artists?
I should clarify what I mean by "emerging
artist". A youngartist is usuallyan emerging artist, but not everyemergingartist is young. An emergingartist is one that has no real experience,hasn't been in very manyshows,doesn't have that much work yet, is just new in their vision,is just finding their voice. Therefore a young artist — one just out of school with a shiny new BFA,or one who has not received institu-
tionalizededucationbut is nevertheless
pursuing their creativity—is usually an emerging artist. There are plenty of emerging artists, though, who are not young. They are older, um, adults, OK, they're over 40 or 50 or older. These are the people going into a second career, or finally dedicating some serious time to a practice that they have been pursuingoffand on for years.
info and support with the business side.
There was a lot of use of the word "incuba-
tor". Establishedinstitutionsand groups
are trying out a number of these incentives to test the waters with emerging artists, their work, how they'll fit into the huge gift shows,the craftcouncil'sgalleries,finding ways to incorporate the new and edgy into the more mainstream, traditional, aspects of
finecraft.
So what are emerging artist doing? I was thrilled to meetJay Kimball,a co-ordinator
for the CraftCouncilof Newfoundlandand Labrador. He couldn't have been more
enthusiasticand fullof greatideasabout youngpeoplewithin the arts and culture scene. Theyreallypush educatingall demographicsaboutthe arts,creating
seen as not youth friendly and they have really gone out of their way to change that. Jay says he is a craftivist —a craft activist, interested in empowering youth. Dawn Detarando represented those people who are full time artists, doing production work,one of a kind gallery work,commissions and public sculpture. She experi-
encedsomeexcellentmentoringearlyon in her career,support from teachers and organizations that really worked for her.
Kari Woois a metalsmithand one of the owners of InFlux Gallery,a jewelry and metalsgalleryat ArtCentralin downtown Calgary. Kari is at the forefrontof interesting happenings for young craftsters in Calgary. She recently started a new crafts
collective that aims to create a more cohe-
artistslateron in life. Youngcraftsters
beingon theboard,and I'm alwayscurious sometimes have issues of being tied to one to seewhatit is otheryoungand emerging medium and aren't interestedin single media groups anymore. There is a need for artistshaveto say aboutour fieldand the a morementoringphilosophywithin insticultural life in general. tutions and arts groups. In the CODApeer I was very happy to see that CODA had young professionalsin craft as one of their themes this year. There has been much dis-
awarenessaboutenvironmentalissues throughthe arts. The councilhad been
sive communityfor emergingartists dealing with a singular lack of exhibition space in this city. Kari is a bloggerand a craftivist,as well as an activememberof the ACC.
I believe that there are about the same
numberof youngpeoplegraduatingfrom institutionswith art degreesand practicing
in the crafts (or emerging artists taking up their craftmediumin a seriousmanner)as there ever have been in the past, proportionally. I also believe that these same young and emerging artists are not necessarily joining craft media groups, and are generallynot aware of the resourcesavailable to them —either through not looking or rejectingwhat they perceive to be back-
ward,not innovative,traditional,mainstream.
Craft is about selling your vision, your voice,it's an individual type of thing. We'rea group of artisticindividuals,with a
senseof communitywithin the largersocial construct.Youngpeople that have found theirniche,theirmedium,theirvoice,may not feel that sense of community because
they think they will have to change their
voice. They don't necessarily join existing
groups,or evenjoin in on jointexhibitions,
employment opportunities within their economically challenged area and creating
because they think their work is so new
and innovativethat it doesn't fit in with
what has come before. To be a part of the
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS IN CRAFT CULTURE CONTINUED crafts community, though, participation is
key. Sellyour voice,be the maker that you want to be but continueto learn fromthe makers that have come before you. It's so valuableto learn the how and whys of the
people and organizations that do exist. See what they've been doing, find out what
programsare available.Neverhavethere been so many incentives,to draw in the
youth. They really do want to hear what the young and emerging artists have to say. Be green,be a craftivist,have a socialagenda, even if the seniorartists rolltheir eyes, be who you gotta be, but listen to what
theyhave to say,processit and takewhatit is you want to take fromtheir experience. I think now is a fantastic time to be in the craft sector. There have been more and more news stories in the mainstream media
aboutthevalueof the artswithinwider
society, as well as a general growing inter-
est in all thingshandmade.Themarkof the maker is becomingmorevalued,as an
extension of the voice of the artist, representingthe visionof the maker,and denoting status for the consumer. So, attending CODA was very cool. I was proud of how well the conferenceran
thanksto the AlbertaCraftCouncilstaff and volunteers. I was proud to consider myselfone of the emergingartists in this province,with a numberof my peers on the panel explaining to the CODAattendees just how interestingand vibrantwe really are. It was really fun to watch the Bee Kingdomboys doingdemosin theirworkshop during the CODAsocialon the
ing to knowthat therewere some excellent connectionsmade during this conference, not just crossborder,but evenwithinour morelocalcommunity.Craftartists of all ages came together to celebrate and talk about ourselves—we really do foster com-
munity,we can't help ourselves.
TaraOwenis a jewellery/metalsartist, living in
Calgary.She workspart-time in the studios of Dee Fontansand Charles Lewton-Brain.Tarais a board mcmber and active volunteer for the ACC.
coDA:o
Saturday evening, and it was very satisfy-
Tom McFaIl presentingat the CODA Conference
craftæ
TheCraft Year2007 wordmarkwas designedby
ACAD students, Erin Brandschwei, Danae Thompson
and Natasha Ziegler It was commissionedand paid
for by the AlbertaCraft Councilin 2005 as a contributionto the national year ofcvents.
panel Discussionr New Directions in Media promotions and Communicationg Joanne Hamel (ACC),rom Tait (Galleries West Magazine Editor), Maegan mack (CY07). Emma Quin (OCO and Caroline Clarke (CCN&L)
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AWARD OF ACHIEVEMENT
Presented to an emerging craftsperson/student,
You are invited:
crafs
Alberta Craft Awards 2007
in recognitionof his/her achievement to date and/orpotential(ACC membersonly).
The nomineesare:
Ezequiel Morales, Calgary
Nominatedby DorisSchuh
Ezequiel
& the Linda Stanier & Family Memorial Ayard
October4, 2007 Presentation of Awards 7:00 pm Reception to follow
Art Central, 100 - 7 AvenueSW, Calgary FirstThursday- throughoutdowntownCalgary - 5:00 -8:00 pm
was born in Dolores
Hidalgo,in the State of
Guanajuartoin Central Mexico, a town where
low fired red clay was one of the main industries. His father was a potter and even though his childhood visions were saturated with images of clay,he
did not pursueceramicsuntil he movedto St. Louis, Missouriin 1996. Upon moving to Calgary he continued his pursuit of clay knowledgeby attendingclassesand workshops at North Mount Pleasantand Metchosin International Summer School in Victoria, BC.
Whileworkingin Calgaryas a biochemist. Ezequielcontinuedto acquireskillsand experience from many localAlberta mentors. As his passionand skillcontinuedto grow,he acquired a followingof dedicated supporters and decided, two years ago, to take the leap and work full
time as a ceramic artisan. Ezequiel•s ceramic works are as diverse as his
The Alberta Craft Council is excited to present the 3rd annual Alberta Craft Awards. All nominees and winners will be recognized at a ceremony at Art Central, October 4,
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE Presented to an established craftsperson that excels in his/herarea of craft (ACC members only).
firing techniques, from utilitarian ware, fired in a gas, salt, or wood kilns, to decorativepieces both salt and raku fired. The skill sets required of a biochemicalresearchscientistinclude attention to detail, accuracy,perseveranceand the most important, creativity. Ezequielenergetically appliesall these skills to his craft. A central idea behind his hand-made ceramicsis a retum to the essential art where hand-made oblects are masterfullycrafted and balanced-
The nominees are:
No nominations received.
2007. Award recipientswill have their work featured in
an Alberta Craft Council Discovery Gallery exhibition (Jan 12 - Feb 16, 2008).
Ibrcelainbowls
6-8"in diameter, translucent porcelain a•ith a celal.m Slay. Fired to cone 9 in reduction.
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200TAlberta-CraftAwards Allan Waidman, Spruce Grove
AWARD OF HONOUR
Nominated by BonnieV'Vdd
Presented to a volunteer/supporter/teacher/ craftsperson (individual or group) that has made a significant contribution to Alberta 's Fine Craft Culture.
taught sculptorwho createsstylized carvings of animals fromalabaster and soapstone.Withno formaltrainingin sculpture Allan learned his craft by trailand error. He gravitatesto stone with interesting colours and patterns to enhance the expressionof the animal he is carving. Allan has become a regular instructor in Edmonton and area community, at
Lyn Pflueger, Bragg Creek
Nominated by the Sheep Creek Weavers and
FibreArtists Guild
Lyn enrolled in the fibre
arts program at the Alberta CollegeOfArt and Design
the Devonian Botanical Garden and the Cross
and graduated in 1996with
CancerInstitute.
Degree. During her studies
Allan has improvedand enhancedthe quality Ofmany people'slivesby teachingstonecarving in the Arts in MedicineProgramat the Cross
a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Lyn developedinterestsin weavingand design and soonrediscoveredher love of felt making. She also became fascinatedwith the worldwidecommunityof finecraft,particularly textiles, their histories and their traditions. Lyn joinedthe SheepCreekWeaversand Fibre ArtistsGuildin 1977,shortlyafter the Guild's inception. She continues to be an active member having held many Guildexecutivepositions including Presidenton three separate occasions. Lyn has hostednumerousworkshopsfor guild members Overthe years and continues to host an annual day of instructionin dyeing techniquesat her countryresidence.On many occasions she has entertained members with photos, stories and textiles from her travels around the
world. Lyn has also served six years on the
board of the Alberta Craft Council, two years
sheep-to-shawlcompetitionsthroughoutthe Bragg Creek, Okotoks and Millarvilleareas. Her input has includednot only weaving,preparing the looms and warps but is also involved in setting up guidelinesand judging criteriafor the variouscompetitions.Lyn is activein teachingat the Olds College FibreArts Weekand is currently developing curriculum material that willbe used to developa new program for weavers.
Cancer Institute where he is a vital part Ofa
very uniquetherapy team.Throughthe carving experience,patientsand familyOftenfind a renewedpurpose and sense of meaningin their lives.WIth Allan's encouragement each student finds a creativepart Ofthemselvesthat might never have been discovered. His involvementin this program which is entering its sewenthyear is held in the highest regard both nationallyand internationallywith Allan being a vital componentof its success.Allan's goal is the success of each and every one of his
hundreds Ofstudents.Allan is not onlya consummate artist, but he brings tremendous sensitivityand compassionto this very specialwork with individuals experiencing a diagnosis Of cancer.The sense of accomplishmentand pride Ofachievement that Allan's students share at the completion of his courses stand as an affirmationof the merit of Allan's abilityas a teacher and craftsman.
Bears
woolfeli
Brazilian Soapstone
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producer Ofthe jewellery/ metal work for 17
years. His work
is based on visual
expressionsof Celtic knots, Judaicsymbols,Albertapetroglyphs, Mesopotamianpainting and sculptures,and animals. He is known for his hand-cut and assembledearrings, brooches and bracelets in silver,bronze and copper. As a teacher,Simon generously shares his wealth of experienceand expertisewith others. He has taught a variety of courses and workshops in Calgary,Edmonton, Lac La Biche, and Whitehorse. These include the ACC's Craft
BusinessCourse, various workshops Onthe business of craft, including Pricing, Wholesale
BoothDesign& Construction,FindingNew Markets, etc. He also wrote on-line workshops
for the Saskatchewan Craft Council and "Studio
Talk" articlesof the Alberta Craft Magazine. AS Past-Chair Ofthe Alberta Craft Council
Board,Simoncouldperhaps be describedas "the grand old man" Ofthe board, currently serving his 10th year! Quick to recognize the accomplishments OfOthers,Simon says he is
proud to have worked with a Boardwho, over a period of ten years, took the ACC from an
organizationthat was strugglingto one that is thrivingand well recognized.Simoncontinues to work tirelesslyon ACC board committees. He alsowas instrumentalgettingthe Canadian Craft Federationstarted and is currently Secretary of CCF board and the ACC
representative.
Moss Street House, 2003 6,5cm X 5cm, Sterling Silver, copper, bronze, mounted &
framed, 25cm X 21ctn
Teapot
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Simon has been a
Allan Waidman is a self-
The nominees are:
as Vice-Chairand one as Co-Chair. Lyn has represented the Guild in a number of
Simon Wroot, Calgary
Nominated by Joan Imin
200?
Linda Stanier & Family Memorial Award
Linda Stonier was an artist/potterof exceptional talent. She was a prominentteacher, juror, curator and technician in Alberta's active ceramic scene. Linda touched the lives of everyone she met with her ioyful and giving spirit and her wonderful sense of humour.
Katrina Chaytor, Calgary
Nominated by John Chalke
KatrinaChaytor
POTS
received her BFA from the Nova Scotia College of
Art and Design
and her MFA
from New York State College of
Ceramicsat Alfred University. She is currently instructor in the ceramicsprogram at the AlbertaCollegeof
Art and Design.Katrina'srecentworkexplores digitaliconography,creatingcolourfulcompositions of repeatingpatterns and decorativemotifs. Katrinasays "In my work,I exploreconnections Ofcontainment (workingvolume), form
Celebrating the life OFLinda, an annual endowed award has been created to honouran Alberta professionalcraftsperson working in clay. ThisF1r" nomineesare:,
Debra Cherniawsky-Durrer,
Calgary
Nonrinated
Shirley Rimer, Red Deer
Self-nominated
DorisSchuh
ShirleyRimer has been
been a full-time successful
professional
ceramist for over 17 years. Debra
prepared for a distinguished career by acquiring a fine arts diploma from Red DeerCollege,followedby a
Ofa Greek Canadian
BFAfrom the Universityof Manitobaand finally a Masters degree from Ohio State University. After completingpost graduate researchat the BanffCenter, she developed a unique, product (domestic role), and surface (decoration). I line and marketingplan. Her business,"Artables make pots that serveand signify;to heighten - WhereArt and TableMeet"was launchedin to make a meal cup of a common activity, or 1996.Her hand painted ceramic pieces,housed tea a richerexperience." in protective,wooden,decorativecrates,caught Thisyear, she was one of the two mainpresenthe imaginationof the buying public.Manyof ters at the Clay & GlassAssociation'sannual her whimsical decorativepieceswere inspired FusionConference,in Torontoand was Volunteer by the wildlife,fish and flowersof Alberta. Coordinator at Invisible/ Visible Craft Conference She continuesto createone-of-a-kindinspired in Calgary.She has presentednumerous by the color,passionand energyof her workshopsfrom coast to coastand acrossthe Ukrainianheritage. border,includingSummerweeklongclassesat She continuallydevelopsnew productsand MetchosinInternational Summer Schoolfor the new approachesto marketingthem.She is at Arts, Victoria, BC,several ceramics workshops the forefrontof marketingin the globalmarket for the Newfoundland and LabradorCraft place maintainingover 250accountsincluding Council and the Portland National Council for galleriesacrossCanada and the United States. Educationin the CeramicArts. John Chalke states "I would say that the most recentwork of Katrina's is her best yet, working
her way steadilythroughvesselcombinations. I thinktheseworksare very good,and would hold up stronglyin any worldwideceramic arena...the ACADCeramicsdepartment is in the
workingin clay forover 25 years. She received her trainingat RedDeer Collegeand Washington State University.She draws her inspiration frompersonalexperiences relating to her view of life and her travels.Shirleywas part
Debra
CherniawskyDurrerhas
Some Ofher corporate clients include Premier
Ed Stelmach,Shell Oil Canada, BillGates, MicrosoftCorporationand CocaCola Ltd.
InterculturalArtistsExchangein 1996and 1997 and is planning an exhibition with Greek ceramistLilyBakoyiannisat the Red Deer Museum and Art Galleryin 2008.She has also participatedin workshopsand exchangesto Mexico,Turkey and China. Curator,CaterinaPizaniasstates:" .1have been impressed with her artistic acumen and commitment to her materialof choice,paper clay.She is committedto makingart that delights the senses,that technicallypushes the envelope of clay's potential, while she manages at the same time to tellstories,personalstories,or ones she collected in her travels across the world."
"Sincediscoveringmy affinityfor clay,I have been enamoredwith the aestheticsof art and the manipulativeand sensualqualitiesof clay.I have drawn frompersonalexperiencesrelating to my view of lifeand to my travels;relying more and more on my experiencesin various cultures.I wonder throughthe materialand process in an Alice-In-Wonderland fashion,
losingmyselfand findingmyselfin the creativeprocess."
strongest position it has ever been in since her
appointmentto full-timefaculty."
Condiment Set with Salt and pepper, 2006
Decoration: Command Keypattern and circuitry
Stoneware,oxidationfired,
x 6"VVx 8"H
Casadel Mar Whiteearthenware
Thpod Tiay Low Fire Earthenware with underglaze slip decoration,
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a [Very
Dimensions 2007 Saskatchewan Craft Council's Annual Open Juried Exhibition October
13 — December
1 , 2007
Opening Reception: Saturday October 13
2:00 —4:00 pm
he Alberta Craft Council is pleased to host the Saskatchewan Craft Council's exhibition, Dimensions.This annual juried exhibition is a dynamic representationof high quality fine craft in Saskatchewanwith 90 craftspeoplesubmitting149 entries. The unique attributes of the jurors, together with the fact that the exhibitionis open to all Saskatchewancraftspeople, offers both new and experienced craftspeople the chance to
Dimensions2007 was juried by Paul Sassano and Karen Schoonover.
Dimensions2007 is a show of 36 exceptionalworks by 32
porarystudio furnituredesign and construction.
be included.
talented craftspeople from a wide variety of craft media. After it's opening at the Mackenzie Art Gallery in Regina, the exhibition has made its way to Edmontonand then it will tour across Canada in celebrationof Craft Year 2007. Visit
the SCC website,www.saskcraftcouncil.org, to view a pdf exhibition brochureand futureexhibitiondates.
Dianne Douglas, Saskatoon SK Cancer Crazy.
dyed & commercial fabrics, batting, thread, embellishments, dyes, paints
& resists appliqué, piecing, quilting, silk painting with dye & resist, fabric
painting embroidery, stenciling59"155.5"
Award for Lrcellence in Quilting from the Saskatoon Quilters' Guild
ALBERT*
with the Emma Collaboration Conferences. His intricate and intensely painted wood pieces reflect his interests in fine woodworking, decorative finishes, carving and sculpture, and contem-
Karen Schoonover is the Director/Curator for the Art Galleryof Regina. Karen is very involved in the close-knit fine craft and art communityin Regina and area. The gallery shares space with the Neil Balkwill Civic Arts Centrewhere residentartists run classes in fibre, weaving, woodworking,photography,jewellery, painting and drawing.
The ongoing success of Dimensionsdepends upon the generous support of a numberof organizations,including the Saskatchewan Lotteries Trust Fund for Sport, Culture, & Recreation;the SaskatchewanArts Board; the Government of Saskatchewan; Departmentof Culture,Youth & Recreation; Sask Culture; and the Town of Battleford.
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Paul Sassano is a professorof functionaldesign and woodworking in the Art Departmentat MurraySate Universityin Kentucky, USA. He is familiar with Saskatchewanthrough his involvement
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Celine Schmidt. Saskatoon SK Cherry Prairie, 2007
Box: cherry veneer on mdf with solid edging & panels; Stand: walnut
Featu re-Gallery Participants Bonnie Bailey, Lee Baker, Mel BolenDanne Bosomworth, Lee Brady, Iran Brunas. Donnovan Chester, ElizabethM Cur-nog, Danne Douglas, Evangeline Enns, Shirley Enslin. Charley Farrero,
SASKATCHEWAN
CRAFT COUNCIL
KellyAnne Forster, Teresa Gagne, Gary Greer. Michael Hosaluk.
June J Jacobs. Laura Knzel. Linda Krught,Paul LaPointe. Cathryn Miler, Leah Perlett, Leslie Potter. Rita Ripplinger Schubert, Anita
Rocamora. Celine Schmidt, Sharron Schoenfeld, Jacob Semk0, Amy Spers. Jean E. Sonmor. LorraineSutter, and Zane Wilcox.
Laura Kinzel, Saskatoon SK
Michael Hosaluk, S%tskatoonSK
Offspring2006
EmotionalBaggage,2007
Turned wood green, carved, textured, dried Large:
felting, machine felting, crochet, sewing
Wool, Kool-Aid dye, polyesterstuffing. needle
Medium:
Small:
Award of Excellence in Wood from the
Saskatchewan WoodworkersGuild
Leah Perleft, Regina SK
Untitled(curiocabinet),2007
Recycled cardboard egg cartons,
Styrofoam,annature,wire mesh,acrylic paints, pulped cardboard modeling over
metaland Styrofoamarmature,painted
Me/ Bolen.HumboldtSK Stoneware clay, terra sigillatta, wheel thrown, carved, sprayed-saltvapourfired
12.6"x15.q-x15.4"
Premier's prize Award for the Outstanding Entry from the Government OfSaskatchewan
2007 • ALBERTACRAM
Elaine
Emerson
celebrating 10 Years of Service
We recently celebrated ten years Ofservice by Elaine Emerson who is a valuable part of the Alberta Craft
Council. Aside fromworking in GalleryShop, Elaineis an active volunteer for numerous ACC events and fundraisers and has donated to many Ofour silent auctions.We appreciate Elaineand all of her hard work and are happy that her shopping has kept her here longerthan she anticipated!
craft and craft artists.
figureby SusanGottslieg;weavingsby
2. What have been your favorite moments Of celebration? My favoriteshave been celebratingOur 20 year
miniatureblownglass reindeer by Charles
ing ACC 25 year anniversary and reaching a million dollars in shop salesin the summer of 2004.
9. What is the one that got away.... the one thing you wish you had bought? A turned MasonEybenebonyvase hand carved with leaves.
3. What is your favoritething about workingat the Alberta Craft Council?
10. What are your favorite craft galleries shops or destinations Other than the ACC?
Great people - co-workers, artists, customers
in variouscraft mediums (mainlyfibre)and is
The least favoritething is goingto workbrighteyed & bushy-tailedthe morningafter 'Twasthe Night".
from all over the world, and being able to go to grandmother, a professionalmilner (hat maker) work to a job you enjoy & shop at the same time. and quilt maker, making doll clothesfromScraps Ofmaterial left from her sewing. Influencedby 4. What is your least favorite thing about workher grandmother and mother, Elainehas worked ing at the ACC? Association.FFAAorganizes a bi-annual travel-
ing fibreexhibitionto encourage,fosterand
develop excellence and appreciation of fibre as
an art form. Elaine has many years Ofcraft
experienceworkingand volunteeringwith various organizations such as Northlands (Klondike Crafts and Country Fair), the ScarecrowFestival,
Fort Edmonton Harvest Fair and operating a
home craft sale business.
Jenna asked Elaine 10 questionsabout her 10 years at the ACC.
1. What changes have you seen over the past 10 years? Ten years ago we were operating on a smaller scale,with fewer artists, tight budgets and less staff. An increasedoperating budget has allowedfor developmentOfnew programs, more exhibitions, moving to a larger brighter locationand developmentOfthe lowergallery. ACC exhibitions have travelled throughout the province, across the country, and now internationally.I saw the magazine go froma small black and white product to the fullcolourpublication that it is today. I have also seen the develOprnentof the website,craft map and Other tools that promoteand develop the successof Alberta
Sinclair
anniversary '20 in 2000' at the Timms Center for the Arts, opening our current location, celebrat-
Elaine's first memories of craft were with her
currently on the board OfFocus on Fibre Arts
MarvelynAlbert and Pirko Karvonen; and a
My favoritesare The AvensGalleryin Canmore, TerraCottaGalleryin BlackDiamond,Starfish Glassworksin Victoria,The AvenueGalleryin Oak Bay,Victoria,Kootenay Forge & Craft Studios in Crawford Bay,Craft Connection in Nelson, Artisans Outdoor Market in Portland Oregon, and Quadra Island Studio Tours.
5. Have you noticed any trends with artists? I see a trend towardartists having a higher level of education and training. I have seen a tremendous improvementin skill and the qualityof work.
6. Have you noticedany trends with customers? The shop has evolved to 'THE SHOP"to go and buy a gift for a special occasion,for tourists seekingfine craft and officialcivicand government gifts. 7. What have been your favorite exhibitions?
My favoriteshave been the Opera CoatProject,
Weaving Between the Lines, New Work in
Wood,CoverUps and Revelations,and All
About Alberta.As a board member of Focus on FibreArts AssociationI am very proud of their biennial competition and exhibitions showcased at the ACC.
8. What are the favorite craft pieces
in your privatecollection?
My favoritesare - wine goblets by Darren
Petersen& BonnyHouston;jewelleryby Simon Wroot,MarciaFossey,Diane Robinson & Kent Olinger;a teapotby Arne Handley; a celebration
Welcome to Laura O'Connor We would like to welcome Laura O'Connor to the staff of the ACC. She has been working this post summer in a STEP position and will be continuing part-lime in the shop as well as assisting with other member services. Laura is a recentAlberta College of Art and Design graduate with Bachelor of Fine Arts (Photography Major) and Bachelor of Design. Laura has received a grant from the ExplorationsGrant Program for emerging artist with the EdmontonCultural Capital Program 10 create a photo illustrationproject which explores the relevance and universalityof Patron Saints in today's society
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Elaine's Grandmothers Quilt and Bonny Houston Goblet — A few OfElaine's favorite things,
Staff Picks for Christmas Shopping December Christmas Hours: Mon —Sat: 10 am —5 pm, Thurs: till 7:00 pm , Sun: 1 1 am — pm Shop and ACC offices closed December24 —January 2, 2008
Elaine Emerson's pick:
Teasetby PaulinePelletier
Laura O'Connor's pick: "Happy "doll and "Twinkle Fairy by Jill Nuckles, felted wool
St. pick: Strata Plate by James Lavoie, fused glass
JennaStanton's
pick: Leaf Necklace
by Janet Stein, silver
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Joanne Hamel's pick:
Necklace by Gillian Hil lcrud
Silver, Ii.rquoisc. black
onyx and nabbcr Tom McFall's pick Venetian Goblets by Darren Petersen, blown glass
Jeff Collins' pick: Cups by John Chalke, clay
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Discovery-Gallery 13 - Influences, Inspirations, and Innovations iuried exhibition of the Edmonton Rug Hookers Guild ber 3 —December8, 2007 Ding Reception: Saturday, November 3— 2• THE EDMONTON RUG
HOOKING GUILD The Edmonton Rug Hooking guild began in 1980with a group of thirteen women meeting together in a casual,
over-coffee manner merely to enjoy the companionship of
other rug hookers. Over the years it has evolvedinto an
organized guild that currently has a membership of approximately sixty women and men.
The Guild's mandate is to honourand continuethe traditions of rug hooking, to foster new ideas and techniques, and to encourage a high level of individualartistry and technical excellence.The guild meets the firstThursdayof .Å Cec Caswell, Edmonton Swimming With [AMS, 2007 Hand dyed tvool
23-x26"
every month from September through June at the Pleasantview Hall 10860- 57 Avenue (10:00- 3:00 pm). During these gatherings,
thereis a casualmeetingand
P is an exhibition that invited ERHG members to explore the influences, inspirations, and innovations that shape the creative processin the art and design of their work. With this theme, the members were free to explore the past, present,
and future to create dynamic fibre art.
The work in the show will reflect the artists' diverse backgrounds,varied interestsand unique expression of traditional rug hooking. There has been an evolution of this art fonn over the years and their work will reflect these changes. All pieces have been presented to a highly respectedpanel of rug hookers in Calgary, where they have been individually vicavedand judged using a point system. The pieces will be marked on overall presentation and technique, design and colour, originality, artistic statement, and interpretation of the thetne, MAGAZINE •
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then members hook, enjoy
friendshipsand provideeach
other with an abundance of assistance and inspiration. Members are able to purchase supplies from the well-stocked store,and classesand workshops with local and imported teachers are available throughout the year. The members of the guild collectivelycreate fundraising projects and donate these projects to local
charities.
Discovery
Gallery
2008
Schedule
January 12 —February 16 The Recipients Exhibition 2007 Alberta Craft Awards
February 23 —April 12 The Future is Later —newworkby the collective Bee Kingdom, Calgary,
that includes blown glass sculpture and illustrated imagery to convey thoughts on the changing climate, environment and, in effect,the futureof living things.
April 19 —May 31
Sam Uhlick, Ardrossan, will show new large scale ceramic work that is destined for a solo exhibition at the
Creer Gallery in Kyoto, Japan.
June 7 —July 12 Coming Up Next, an ACC
exhibition of emerging dedicated fine craft artists.
July 19 —August 30
Scenes, SimonWroot, a Calgary
iewellery artist, has transformed images of historic and culturally significant country churches into bronze, copper, silver and steel brooches.
Life on Our Alberta Farm, felted illustrationsdepicting life on the farm by Tracey Kuffner, Duchess.
September 6 —October 18
Candice Ring, New work influenced by a recent Artist in Residence visit at the Australia National University in
Canberra, Australia. For more information about The Edmonton Rug Hooking Guild contact Cec Caswell at
(780)467-2685.
October 25 —November 29 Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association, theexhibition will focus on advancing the artistic merit
and encouraging the revival of Native Arts and Fine Crafts.
KUDOS MindvAndre•.vs(Calgary)has been acceptedinto the exhibition, FabulousFinishes,at the Gloria KennedyGalleryin New YorkCity (www.gkgart.com). The exhibition runs from September 12 - October
29.The galleryis also goingto feature her workin the Octoberissue of CeramicMonthly. Congratulationsto PriscillaJanes (Canmore)recentlyhad one of her ceramicgourdspurchasedby the AlbertaFoundationfor the Arts PermanentCollectionPatStrakowski,llseAnvsasSalkauskas,and LivPedersenhad a show of FibreArt, August2 September15.2007,at the WyngaardGallery,BowmanArts Centre,811-5AvenueS , Lethbridge.
VirginiaStephen(Edmonton)is taking on the role as Acting Chair Ofthe Arts & CultureManagement Programat Grant MacEwan.She has been teachingthe Museum/GalleryManagement course.
WearableAH: Objectand Bodywas
presentedthis summer at The WorksArt & DesignFestivalin Edmonton.The exhibitionand performancewas curatedby Dee Fontans,Calgary.Artists included AlbertaCollegeof Art + Design students and alumni.WearableArt is an artformthat extends across many disciplines.It uses the body as a platformand a canvas;a vehiclefor transportingan idea.
WearArt Is Fashion
by Kim Johansen
Forewordby Dee Fontans In 2006,studentsfromDee Fontan'sWearableArt: Objectand Bodyclassat the AlbertaCollegeof Art + Designin Calgarydesigned and createdone-of-kindworksof art usingalternativeand found materials.They were invitedto have a performancefor the second anniversaryof Art Central,an innovativeculturalcentrelocated in downtownCalgary. Over 500peopleattended the performance.This bookis a record of their experienceand demonstrationof their passionand skill. http://www.lulu.com/content/746383
Two ACC Members,Wanda Cracknell (St. Albert), and Cathy
•lömm(Leduc),were winnersat the Canadian Quilters'Association 2007NationalJuried Show in Kamloops,in May.Tosee others from the show visit w•ww.canadianquilter.com. Wandawon the President'sAward for Excellencein Piecing"Wolfwith EagleFeatherBundle"Cathywon the ExcellenceforTraditionalSmall Wallquilt"'Grandmother'sFlowers" and ExcellenceforTraditional LargeWallquilt"Luminous Diamonds". MeghanWagg(silversmith),Linda
WalterDrohan WaltDrohanof Cochrane,passed away suddenlyon Monday,June 25, 2007,at the age of 74 years. His passionfor art began at a young age and was present in every aspect of his life.Toeveryonethat knew Waltthis enthusiasmwas immediatelyobvious.His lifelong careeras a successfulceramistand painter began when he started his studiesat The ProvincialInstitute of Technologyand Art, now known as the AlbertaCollegeof Art and Design(ACAD).Upongraduation, he continuedgraduate studiesat the CranbrookAcademyof Art in Flint,Michigan.On returningto Canadain 1957,he marriedand began his teachingcareerat ACAD where he was instrumentalin the developmentof the Ceramics Department.His passionfor all aspectsof art evolvedinto Walt instructingin every area of study offeredby the college.
Wire Cubes by Marci Simkulet Photo: Inger Marthe Skyberg
McBain Cuyler (textile artist) and Jenna Stanton (ACCRetail
Coordinatorand ceramictile artist) were selectedto represent Edmontonby the Edmonton CulturalCapitalProgramOn ParliamentHill this Canada Day. They demonstratedtheir craft on the Avenueof CulturalCapitals.
Mar-velvnAlbert ACC memberand friend,MarvelynAlbert passedaway after a longbattlewith canceron WednesdayJuly4. Marvelynstudiedweavingon her own and throughworkshopsacrossWestern Canada since2003.She has been publishedand has won severalawards forher work including "Bestof Show"at the Hand WeaversSpinners and Dyers OfAlberta2006Conference.Marvelyn had a deep passionfor her workand lifeand was a committedmemberwho volunteeredand frequentlyvisitedthe ACC.She willbe greatly missed. "l weave to give beauty backto the universe. 1b bring somecolour,somefun, and some
feelingto our worldmakesme happy." Marvelyn
Meghan Wagg in Ottawa
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thereis no Cityspace IN OTHER NEWS Currently availableforleaseto the displaced
- Boththe "EdmontonTrapper" Sincethe loomscannotbe com[a groupwork] and "Jamaican needed room is additional pressed Wave"juried into 'The Applique classconduct and meetings Canadian Craft Publication hold are all to who tenants Ofthe Armoury, 'Society' in Tampa, Florida. are 'Transitionsof a StillLife:Ceramic non-profitgroupsleasingthe space es. Total space requirements 'JamaicanWave' took first place Workby Tam Irving"is a new book under the non-profitleasingguide approximately 1600-1800sq. ft. The blue ribbonin its class by author CarolE. Mayer.Focused linesof Sl plus operatingcosts. It guildfacilityis presentlyused the evening of on Tam Irving, a practicingpotter shouldbe noted that there is a wait everyday and/or 'NorthernEyes-Il-InutAntiquity' and teacher,the bookcovers40 weekexceptFridaysand is availlist of over 80 non-profitorganizajuried into the InternationalQuilt years OfTam's workas one Of tionsrequestingspace in Cityfacili- able to individualmembersfor perAssociation's- "Quilts - A World BritishColumbia'smostwellthe sonalworkand accessto OfBeauty" in Houston, Texas. known potters.Publishedby Anvil library. The Guild, with 140 members, is Press, the bookwas funded by the MervKrivoshein(RockyMountain dedicatedto promotingfibrearts The AlbertaCraftCouncilhas Canada Counciland can be purofferedto housethe Guild'slibrary House)was featuredin Central suchas weaving,spinning,felting chased onlineat Alberta LifeNewspaper on August and dyeing. They do this through and host theirmembermeetings www.anvilpress.com. 9 for his bronze sculpture(repubdemonstrationsin schoolsand over the next year. They have Edmonton WeaversGuild other venues. They have for many receivedan EmergencyFundGrant lishedin the Red Deer AdvocateOn Needs a New Space years also provided teachersat the from the Edmonton Arts Council to August22)and his garden along The Edmonton WeaversGuild, a StrathconaSeniors'Centreand help with the move.If you knowof with his bent willowfurnitureis featuredin The Mountaineer non-profitgroup,receiveda notice taught thesearts to new members any space that may be suitablefor Newspaper on July24. in June that their leasewith the and childrenin classesat the guild the guild pleaseemail:JackieVan City of Edmonton in the PrinceOf home. Fossen at jcimages@telus.net KarenCantine (Edmonton), Joan WalesArmourieswillbe terminatIrvin (Calgary),Martha Henry The Guild has a large library which ed on September30,2007due to (Calgary)and SonjaNeven is kept currentthroughnew addistructuralsafetyissuesrelatedto (Cochrane)are all featuredin the lions On a yearly basis, many looms the building. Sincebeingserved Spring/SummerissueOf groups Kimberly which are used by study Smith (Abednego Warm with noticeto vacate,the Armoury MAGazine(MetalArts Guildof tenantshave been activelyseeking and classes,spinningwheelswhich GlassStudio,St. Albert)just comCanada). Karen's teapot *'Teapotfor pleted her are available for use by guild first major commission meman affordablespace. TWO"is shownon the cover. bers and classmembers,and dyefor the NEXTChristian ing equipmentwhichthe members Community.The completedwork Dana Roman (Canmore)received consists Of 4 panels 2 (32" x 54") use at dyeing workshops.All this the Kroma Awardat the Juried and 2 (26" x 54") with a glass block equipment requires floorspace InternationalExhibition"Painting largerthan the averageclassroom. crossin the centre.The panels on the Edge2007",organizedby depict the historyof St. Albertas Federationof CanadianArtistsin well as the historyof NEXT Vancouver.The award is for her ChristianCommunity. triptychHot SummerDay,a monoprintwith frenchdyes on silk, Sonia Oh[mann (Leduc) has been collagedto canvas and finished acceptedinto the followingexhibiwith acrylics(see image below). tions:
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Up to 50 words. one per issue, space permitting. Sell your work; promote your studio, place want ads, etc in your Alberta Craft
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Dea dl i ne Ma rch 7 Zi l bers chmuck Art-Jewel l ery i nvi tes Ca na di a n
jewellers and metalsmiths to participate in Zilberschmuck's fourth annual national juried jewellery arts exhibition. What is
task? Is it a rule principle, or a symbolic expression? Does it involve mathematics. chemistry or some other discipline? How Can a Set form Of words Or symbols be materialized as a three-
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submitwork for the show.Please,do not hesitateto call or email with any questions or concerns you may have. Contact informa•
non: INFLUX Jeweilery Gallery, #201-100- 7 Avenue SW, Calgary, Shona Rae, (403) 266-7527 or AB. TIP info@mfluxgallery.com, wrainfluxgallery.com,
Saddleback College Art Gallery (slides or
digital) SAO entry fee for up to three pots This competition is open all artists over the age of 18. All entries must be teag)tS composed primarily Of ceramic materials com-
pletedby the artist withinthe last threeyears.Up to three
entries may be submitted by each artist. This competition is specifically aimed at small teapots All teapots entered in this
competition shall not exceed a volume of 16 ounces (approximately 500 mL), Exhibition' February 25 - March 20, 2008. For a copy Of the Prospectus and Entry Form please click visit
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Call for Artists, INFLUX Jewellery Gallery, Calgary
Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts, Edmonton
Register for workshops sponsored by ACUA held downtown
Edmonton at the Ukrainian Bookstore. Workshops available this spring include: Embroidered Greeting Card, Walk-in and Weave. and Watercolours For brochure or more information contact the
ACUA office(780) 488-8558 or acua@telusnet
Are you creative and possess an artistic flair? Come and develop your skills through the Native Artisans program at Portage Col l ege. Ha nds -on i ns tructi on i n tra di ti ona l a nd contempora ry
Aboriginal art forms Full and part time study is available. Call for
more information (780) 623-5649 or visit portagecollege.ca.
The Handweavers, Spinners and Dyers Of Alberta
offers home study and group weaving educational opportunities
through the Weaving Certificate Programme Call the administrator for more information about current study groups upcoming courses volunteering or teaching opportunities Phone: (780)
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addressed stamped envelope Deadline is ongoing. Packages may
be sent to *201, 100-7 Ave SW. Calgary, AB. T2P OW4. For more information call (403) 266-7527. or email info@influx-
SouthernAlberta 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 Lethbndge. AB extends an invitation to artists and craftspeople to build an appreciative client base for one-of-
a-kind pteces.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 Ave South
Lethbridge AB,
sblack@saag.ca
J OH4. (403) 3278770 ext O or email
The City Arts Centre in Edmonton offers many courses in art.
craft, dance. theatre, and active living throughout the summer. Some of the craft courses include: paper marbling, wire jewellery', ceramics, quilting, silversmithing, stained glass, and more, For a
complete catalogue of all classes offered contact the City Arts
Centrein Edmontonat (780) 496-6955.
Edmonton Weavers' Guild Classes and Workshops
Classes in beginner and intermediate weaving 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 information or to register,
call (780) 425-9280, email ewg@interbaun.com or visit
Drop-in Art Classes & Special Workshops, Harcourt House, Edmonton
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 clay, figure drawing, painting the figure,
drawing the self portrait & exploring portraiture, sculpting the figure in relief, sculpture • slab forms in clay, patinas for sculp• ture, sculpting Organic clay pots alternative Polaroid techniques,
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Big Fish Small Pot: Third International Small Teapot Competition and Show (US) Deadline: December
following mediums: glass
Our campus located at 10045 - 156 Street, is home to a vibrant and exciting community of students who are focused on building careers in performing, visual, and communication arts For infor-
Native Arts & Culture programs, portage College, Lac
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Call for Entry, FORMULA, Zilberschmuck Art-Jewellery, Toronto
Call for Artists, Summit Gallery of Fine Art. Banff
interpret the theme of 'Flight' for our autumn exhibition, Due to
tion to acc@ajbertacraft.ab.caand we In our calendar section
MacEwan's Centre for the Arts, Edmonton
available on-line at wvmzilberschmuck.com.
Deadline October 12 An exhibition Of wearable art jewellery to celebrate the •Craft Year 2007 •. the gallery Invites artists to
and / will post it in our 2007 directory of
sion will be 10" by 10", Each participant Will receive a catalog to document the entries For a copy of the prospectus, send a SASE to Katzy Luhring, 1447 Deer Run Road. Havana, FL 32333 or check the ATA website to download. mvw.americantapestryal•
di mens i ona l pi ece? Submi s s i on requi rements a nd procedures a re
Call for Entry, Flight. INFLUX Jewellery Gallery, Calgary
shows in 2007? Email al/ the information about your show to
Does your group offer classes or instruction that would be of interest to Alberta Craft Council members? Email your informa-
metals and jewelry. Open to all artists living in North America. For more information visit: wwwsnagmetalsmith.org/Events/Upcoming_Deadlines/.
Deadline February 22 Wild Thing, no rules no boundaries. just you and your imagination, For more information On the FFAA'S biennial exhibitjon visit focusonfibreartsorg or contact the show secretary Elizabeth Penttinen at
Are you a show promoter looking for vendors for your craft
deadline is January 30, 2008. The maximum size for each submis-
scription or a conventional method for the performance Of some
13, 2008. Focused on contemporary work that accommodates an
in Alberta and elsewhere, www.a/bertacraftab.ca Hit the EVENTS link and search the directory for details on each show
EDUCATION
phone (415) 310-2460 Pacific Time or check the ATA website. ATA Small FormatTapestry Exhibit: Woven Gem Submission
your InterpretationOf the term •FORMULA"? Is it a recipe pre-
Postmark Deadline November 1 Juried by Sondra Sherman, this exhibition will coincide with the 2008 SNAG conference in Savannah. GA Held at La Galerie Bleue SCAD, March 5 - April
Craft Council website lists more than 100 craft shows and fairs
545 for non-members. Two submissions per artist. Questions: please contact Alex Fnedman Alexfriedmanata@gmail.com or
lianceorg
Ched our and hit the EVENTS link for up to dare and expanded listings for ca/tsfor artists
Looking to sell your work in craft shows in 2007? The Alberta
Craft Fairs and Shows online at mvw.albertacraftab.ca.
Deadline is November 30 The entry fee is $35 for members and
Notice to All ACC Members
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egg tempera workshop plus many others. For more information please contact: Harcourt House office at (780) 426-4180, visit at 10215 112 St. Edmonton, AB or www.harcourthouseabca,
CONFERENCES Symposium on the Role of Arts & Culture in Canadian Public Diplomacy Strategies, Montréal
November 15 Before its next National Policy Conference in Ottawa on March 19-20.2008 —whose detailed program will be made public early next autumn • the Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA) is organizing for November 15 in Montréal a one-day symposium on the role of the arts and culture in Canadian public diplomacy.
The CCA invites you to participate in this reflection and join with experts from Canada and the
international field to develop a renewed appreciation for the role of the arts in public dplomacy. It
is the hope of the CCA that this symposium will help to build a broad consensus about the role of the arts and culture sector in advancing our national foreign policy objectives With new strategies and resolve. The day will end with a ceremony in which the CCA will present its annual awards: the
Keith Kelly Award for Cultural Leadership and the Diplöme d'honneut
www.ccartsca
Witness to the Material World: Critical Discourse and Contemporary Craft
Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery. October 26 — 27 The term craft inspires mixed reactions in people —
including arts professionals —including many discussions on what craft is exactly and how. why. or if it is different than fine art. Witness to the Material World: Critical Discourse and Contemporary Craft will focus on what constitutes exciting and innovative art practices rather than the distinction or hierarchy between fine craft and fine art. For more information visit wwwcanadianclayandglassca.
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Calen NeoCraft Conference, Halifax NS
from the Edmonton Arts Council website: http•JA%wedmontonarts.abca!grants.html.
November 23 —25 This conference will explore craft practices
and theory that engage with the modernizing world. It will be a forum for lively exchange and debate designed to further develop critical thinking, theory and history in relation to the crafts. Organized by: NSCAD University (Nova Scotia College of Design
Lee Fund for the Arts & the Edmonton Artists' Trust Fund. Edmonton
Application forms for the Lee Fund for the Arts and the Edmonton Artists' Trust Fund are now available on the EAC website. Please note that the deadlines for these programs have changed from previous years. The new deadlines are: Lee Fund
University) Contact: Dr. Sandra Alfoldy E:
Crosscurrents: Diverse Solutions in a Global Environment. SNAG Conference
March 5 - 8, 2008 The Savannah conferenceinvitesexploration
Of an interdisciplinary approach to problem solving within the context of contemporary metals and jewellery. Emphasis on innovatave collaborations, inspired alliances, and joint venture strategies that speak to creativity across geographical and philosophi-
cal boundanes will form the core of programmatic presentations For more information SCAD —Metals and Jewellery Department, attn-.SNAG 2008, PO BOX 3145, Savannah, GA 31402-3146 or
email Lanellaat Ikeyes@scad.eduor Bonnieat
Gallery of Canadian Folk Art presents "Once Upon A Time", September 14 - October 31, featuring miniature works in metal and jewellery from Crys Harse and Linda Chow Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Fridray 11:00 - 6:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday
fewer than five years' experience in the cultural sector. Since its
Winifred Shana Award for Ceramics
Deadline August 2008 $10,000 annually to an emerging potter or clay sculptor to recognize achievement and invest in the future. Allows the recipient time away from the studiQ travel for career development, link with mentors visit other studios study museum collections, investigate kiln sites or liaisewith industry
Project Grants for Individuals: Deadlines
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Electrum Design Studio, Edmonton, AB
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
Edmonton Cultural Capital Program, Invitation to Blog!
The Community Blog is now up and running smoothly at
Rd. Edmonton,AB, (780) 482-1402, www.gallery-walk.com/
vmw.edmontonculturalcapital.com.We inviteyou to add comments, or post a question or point of view for discussion.All
comments and submissions are moderated.
GRANTS/AWARDS
If your website is not posted at the ECCP website please forward
the link to ctozer@edmontonculturalcapital.com.Wewould be delighted to profile your organization. If you have not submitted
Visit rhe Alberta Craft Council web site for a complete listing of
qranrs, awards and scholarships available to Alberta craft artists. www.albertaaaftab.ca, Follow 'he Info link and then hit on Grants and Awards.
The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation
offers 14 free studio spaces in New York City • Manhattan. Visual
artists 21 years and older are invitedto submitproposalsfor
work space. Studios are non-living spaces for the making of new works of art and will be available for up to one year For infor matjon contact: The Space Program, The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art
Foundation, 71 1 Nonh Tejon St., Ste B, Colerado Springs CO USA
80903; (719) 635-3220
The Studio of The Corning Museum of Glass Scholarship Programs http•J/wwo.crnoq.orqfmdexasp?pageld=413 or thestudio@crnog.org
Community Investment Program Project Grant for Individual Artists Grant, Edmonton Arts Council
Annual Deadline July: Project Grants for Individual Artists are
tion or productionof work any an formby an individualartist For more informationcontact Laurie Stalkerat Istalker@edmon. tonartsab.ca or (780) 424-2787, Applicationformsare available
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tal.com. If you have any questions about the Edmonton Cultural Capital Program please contact us at (780) 497-2336. We are
the specificities of both English and French Canada. TAMYC and its Discipline Enhancements can be found at
Ottewell Art Centre, Sherwood Park,
is availablefor rental;the centreis hometo manyvisual art
shows. If you are interested please contact Frankie at (780) 4495465 or franchubinski@hotmail.com.
Looking for Metalsmith's, Edmonton and Area
If you are interested in forming a group much like Calgary's
Metalphoric Association of Metal Artists Group. Share ideas and skills increased buying power, hi-annual sales etc. Please contact Ron Maunder via e-mail at inspirednaturalty@telus.net or phone (780) 460-5029.
Calgary Warm Glass Guild
There is a new forum in Calgary for discussion about kiln-formed glass processes (fusing, slumping, and casting). The Calgary Warm Glass Guild meets monthly at the Alberta College of Art and Design, and all interested persons are welcome. Though the
focus is on glass art made using the kiln. we also discuss how
other glass•rnaking processes and other media can be integrated into warm glass art. For more information email Jamie McDonald
Gray at jgray@grayskye.com.
Northern Alberta Wood Carvers Association
NAWCS meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm September—June.Westmount Junior High School, Room 11125 —131 St, Edmonton, AB. For club information call Dave
Eisenbeis(780) 467-6093 or Jack Wallace (780) 462-0779 or visit http:/fhome.ecn.a bca /—na wca .
Edmonton Rughooking Guild Meetings
located in the Oliver Building, Suite 200, 10225 - 103 Street
The Edmonton Rughooking Guild meets the first Thursday of
Call for Fellowship Applications, Global Arts Village, India
available. For further information, contact Cec Caswell at (780)
Edmonton.
Early Winter 2007 We are an emerging multi-cultural residential
every month from 10:00 • 3:00 pm at Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 57 Ave Edmonton. Instruction and supplies are
467-2685.
art center located in New Delhi, India. We are a community of
Building Successful Careers in Arts and Culture
international arts center is unique because it combines artist res-
self-management guide for artists and cultural workers. Artists and cultural workers developed the Art of Managing Your Career Guide to provide pertinent and practical information to better manage artistic careers.The guide is available for 520 per copy plus shipping and handling charges Email: infoOculturalhrc.ca.
idencies with Indian traditions such as yoga, massage and medi• tation in a village community setting. 60 Day Fellowships Global Arts Village offers full and partial fellowship All fellowships include furnished room, three vegetarian meals per day, laundry service private or shared workspace. welcome celebration, work presentation and group exhibition opportunity and other benefits dependent on the fellowship program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and Can be submit•
and courses in the spring.summerand fall. For details:
intended to support the creation. development, curation, exhibi-
images to the photo gallery at the ECCP website please send to: info@edmontonculturalcapital.com. If you would like to receive our enewsletter please send Chrystal an email with "Yes. newsletter" in the subject line, chrystal@edmontonculturalcapi-
creative individuals celebrating life through art and heart Our
Scholarships available to glass artists applying for residencies
enhancements reflect the different realities and
neighbouring rights and mechanical rights: visual artists need to know about contracts with galleries etc. All enhancements reflect
973-4963, email rmegan@harbourfront.on.ca or visit wvrw.har-
Bowman Arts Centre, 811-5 Avenue Lethbridge.The reception with artists in attendance is on Saturday September 15 from 1:00 • 400 pm.
practices.
Alberta Foundationfor the Arts
metal, ceramics and textiles. Contact: The Craft Studio at Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay Toronto, P: (416)
August 2 - September15.2007, at the WyngaardGallery,
ing of the enhancements, which include specific information on process regulations and resources; tips and pitfalls; and best
be very important for writers; musicians will be interested in
Deadline is on-going Openings for recent graduates in hot glass,
are having a show Of two and three dimensional fibre Art.
release in 2002, enthusiastic users of TAMYC (including practitimers and educators) have asked that it be adapted to address the need for discipline specific •skills development (especially career management skills)". CHRC engaged practitioners in each of the 8 disciplines to undertake the collection of data and writ-
needs of the disciplines For example, copynght information will
The Craft Studio at Harbourfront Centre —Artist in Residence Program
pat Strakowski, llse Anysas-Salkauskas, and Liv Pedersen
efit •emerging" self-employed artists and cultural workers with
www.canadianclayandglassca or
Web: httpfltprc.alberta.ca/afalfastformsaspx. AFA offices are located at 10708 —105 Avenue Edmonton,AB TSH CAI p: (780) 427-9968.
11 - 5:00 pm Location:2206A - 4th StreetSW. Calgary Albertans IW9
ma ker, mus i ci a n, new medi a content crea tor, vi s ua l a rti s t a nd
cation form, visit http•]/www.edmontonartsab.calgrantshtml.
For information about these programs or to download an appli•
robert@ca na di a ncl a ya ndgl a s s ca .
Once Upon A Time, Gallery Of Canadian Folk Art. Calgary
announce the release of The Art of Managing Your Career (TAMYC) - Discipline Enhancements. These enhancements include chapters for the self employed actor, craftsperson, dancer, film-
for the Arts - May 1 Edmonton Artists' Trust Fund - September 1.
also be used for international residencies or symposia. Info:
EXHIBITIONS and EVENTS
Management
The Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRO is thrilled to
writer. TAMYC (available in print and on-line) was developed by artists and cultural workers to provide pertinent and practical information to better manage their careers. It is intended to ben-
to perform research that will further in-studio production. May
bkubasta@scad.edu.
CHRC Launches Discipline Enhancements to Career Self-
ted via email or post For completedetailsabout Fellowship opportunities, visit Global Arts Village's website at www.globalartsvillageorg,
2007
The Cultural Human Resources Council has released a career
The Metalphoric Association of Metal Artists • Calgary. AB "METALPHORIC"
(a metal arts association in Calgary) has been
busy fundraisingand applyingfor shows etc. All membersare
invited to participate in our exhibitions. Annual membership fee is only $25.00. For more information visit Metalphoric at
http:l/groups.yahoo.comlgroup/metalphoric/or email Jeff Wilkins at large@telus.net,
INTRODUCE BUSINESS TO YOUR PLEASURE
Applications for our 2008 shows are now available.
The One of a Kind Spring and Christmas Shows provide Canadian artists with an eager audience, prominent marketing campaigns and year-round business support. Our expertise helps you earn a living by doing exactly what you love. Apply today.
One of a Kind Spring
Show and Sale
March 20 - 24, 2008
Direct Energy Centre, Toronto
One of a Kind Christmas
Show and Sale
November 27 —December 7, 2008 Direct Energy Centre, Toronto
OneofaKind
ceramics by FREDERIQUE BONMATIN
For information or an application call (416) 960-3680 or visit www.oneofakindshow.com
ALBERTA CRAFT COUNCIL
• the World Taking Alberta Craft Home... to New in the Shop
Vasesby Katrina Brodie
> NEW & RENEWING MEMBERS New Members
Bedrock Supply Ltd, Edmonton,Glass Metal, Wood, Mixed Bee Kingdom, Calgary Glass Danielle Booroff, Calgary, Clay, Photography, Digital Joanna Brown, Calgary, Clay & fibre Caesar (Tm Yan) Chiu, Calgary, Metal Louise Cormier. Lethbridge Clay Rosemary Foder,Lethbridge Glass francine Hampson-Reid & John R Reid, Calgary, Clay, Glass Wood Gillian Hillerud, Calgary, Metal Barbara Howe Fort McMurray,Clay Rita McGie Sherwood Park, Clay Heather Murray, Calgary, fibre Judy O'Leary, Water Valley, Clay Candice Ring, Red Deer, Clay Marie Ange Samon, St. Charles sur Richelieu, Clay Kai Scholefield. Calgary, Glass Laurel Smith, Cold Lake. Paintings & Custom framer Cherie Sommers Edmonton, Mixed - Glass, Metal, Wood Winnie Tam, Vancouver, Clay
Renewin Membership
Vema Allison, Delburne, Clay Mindy Andrews, Calgary, Clay Anne Anfindsen, Gunn, Supporter Blain Askew, Grande Prairie, Wood AIC on Atlantic Gallery, Calgary, Retail Gallery Robert Barclay, Spruce Grove, Clay Fernande Beland, Edmonton, Clay Carol Jane Campbell, St. Albert, Glass Susan Carnahan, Edmonton,Metal - Jewellery Linda Chow, Calgary, Metal Jewellery & Sculpture Constance Cooper, Calgary, Clay Peter Crawford, Guelph, Wood Alison Cude, Halifax, Clay Lundy Dale, Vancouver, Mosaic Bernard J. de Man, Edmonton, Glass Horst Doll, Sherwood Park, Clay Mason Eyben, Kitscoty, Wood Linda Fong Pong, Edmonton, Glass Andreas Friderichsen, Edmonton, Metal Gordon Galenza, Calgary, Wood & Mixed Trudy Gallagher, Fredericton,Metal - Jewellery Janny Greidanus, Calgary, Clay Tara Griffiths, Calgary, fibre
Ann Haessel, Calgary, Mixed Media Wall Art Myma Harris, Landis, fibre Doug Haslam, Calgary, Wood Barbara Heller,Vancouver, fibre Anna Hergert, Moose Jaw, fibre & Mixed Jeff Holmwood, Edmonton, Glass Grethe Jensen, Little Smoky, fibre Ian Johnston, Nelson, Clay Pirkko Karvonen, Boyle, fibre Everett Keogh, Irricana, Metal Lois Kosteriva, Lloydminster, Clay Charles Lewton-Brain & Dee Fontans, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery & fibre & Mixed Ray Lieberman, Edmonton, Supporter Sandra Macdonald, Edmonton, Fibre, Paper & Beads Malcolm Macfadyen, Vancouver, Glass Heather Matwe, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery Sharon McFaIl, Sherwood Park, fibre & Mixed Bob McRae, Calgary, Metal, Photography & Wood Margaret Murray, Edmonton, Metal - Jewellery Sonja Ohlmann, Leduc, fibre Parkland Potters Guild, Stony Plain, Clay Susan Penrose, Medicine Hat, Clay
Mario Pietramala, Toronto,Glass Connie & Bob Pike, High River,Clay & Metal Oveva Design Studio, Edmonton,Acrylic Toula Prins, Gibbons, Clay Cheryl Renzenbrink, Edmonton, Special Events Coordinator E Salter Pedersen, Edmonton, Henry Schlosser, Calgary, Wood Carol & Richard Selfridge, Edmonton,Clay Lori Sobkowich, Calgary, Glass Jim Speers, Edmonton, Clay St. Albert Potters Guild, St. Albert, Clay Virginia Stephen, Edmonton,Supporter Gail Sulek, Edmonton, PoreclainDolls Diane Sullivan, Calgary, Clay Margaret Sundstrom, Calgary, Clay Rosa Taylor, St. Albert, Glass Tara Torr, Cochrane, Retail Gallery Richard Tosczak, Edmonton, Clay & Bronze Nicole Tremblay, Calgary, Glass Marjene Turnbull, Onoway, Clay Keith Walker, Edmonton, Glass Jayne Willoughby Scott, Edmonton,fibre & Mixed Ilonka Wormsbecker, Edmonton, Pressed Flowers
Annual GleLrati011
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Friday November 23, 2007 7:00 - 10:00 pm Enjoy live music, decadent desserts champagne & fine wines
Chance Discounts & Door Prizes To make a donation or buy a ticket contact the
$20
Alberta Craft Council
10186-106 Street, Edmonton (780) 488-6611 www.albertacraft.ab.ca Proceeds to the exhibition program
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