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Take the chill out of pet care When putting on your scarf or warm jersey or hoodie, spare a thought for the furry creatures who will be feeling the winter cold without these necessities. In aid of warmer pets this winter, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA shares some tips: VEnsure that your animals have access to shelter and warm bedding at all times. Preferably, allow them to sleep indoors. VIf your dogs live outside during winter, make sure the kennel is waterproof, and position the kennel so that it is not directly facing the wind and rain. Raise the kennel slightly off the ground to prevent dampness. VDon’t keep puppies, kittens or other young animals outside in winter as they have not yet built up a resistance to the cold. VYou can also add a little extra food to your dog or cat’s daily meals. The cold weather makes them burn up more energy. VContinue exercising your animals – don’t stop because of the weather. VDon’t forget to treat your animals for fleas and ticks, but don’t dip your dog in the cold. Rather use an alternate product that can be applied to dry skin. VIf your dog has a short coat and is kept outside, provide him/her with a jacket for warmth. VWhen using a heater, ensure the wiring is out of reach for your pets. Pets should not be left unsupervised with heating appliances. VDo not keep dogs on a chain outside in the cold. The SPCA opposes the chaining of dogs. A chained dog does not have the ability to develop or function normally (mentally or physically); protect itself from the elements or defend itself. VIf a dog has to be restrained for a valid reason, the only acceptable method is a running chain. V Contact the SPCA at (021) 700 4158/9 or for after hours emergencies on 083 326 1604.
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PEOPLE'S POST | ATLANTIC SEABOARD | CITY EDITION Thursday, 5 June 2014
SEA POINT: EXHIBITION MOUNTED AGAINST SPLASH WALL
Nature’s artistic bent NICOLE MCCAIN @nickymccain
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n odd relationship is taking shape at the Sea Point Promenade. The wild sea and vivid photographic exhibition mounted against the splash wall makes for an unlikely combination. A second public artwork has been installed under Art54, a pilot project to install public art across the Atlantic Seaboard. The installation marked the official launch of the project, and will be on display for the next six months. Photographer Sydelle Willow-Smith’s display, titled Soft Walls , explores the migration of foreign nationals to our country. “Soft Walls seeks to deal with the relationship between migrated African nationals and South Africans, revealing the subtle ways in which individuals make sense of their experiences, forming relationships and bonds that can challenge the dominant perceptions whereindifference is celebrated and prejudice towards ‘foreign’ Africans perpetuated,” she says. Her exhibition will be followed by a compilation of world-renowned surf photographs, compiled by Ross Frylinck, which will go on display in October. “The promenade is one of the most well used spaces in the city. It’s so much better than exhibiting the photographs in a gallery,” he says. The first artwork, an abstract mural, has been completed in Thornhill Park in Green Point. A call for artists to submit proposals that promote new and innova-
WALL OF ART: The Sea Point Promenade has been transformed into a public art gallery. PHOTO: NICOLE MCCAIN
tive ways of thinking about art in public spaces was made in mid-2013. Hundreds of proposals were received and a curatorial committee consisting of a diverse group, including landscape architects, curators, city planners and active citizens, decided on the final artwork that would be installed in Ward 54 as part of the project. Funding for the project is predominantly from Ward 54’s ward allocation, with an additional contribution from the Council’s Arts and Culture Department. Artists participating alongside WillowSmith, Frylinck and Kirsty Rielly,include Alexis Aronson, Faith 47 and Dathini Mzayiya, Haroon Gunn-Salie, Alan Munro,
Andrej Urbanski, Andre Carl van der Merve, Michael Elion, Ralph Borland and Greg Benetar. The project has been endorsed as a World Design Capital 2014 project. Previous ward councillor Beverley Schafer has been driving the project to enable artists to show their work in popular public spaces. “We are lucky in Ward 54 to have public spaces which are well known and now we have a way to curate and facilitate artists to show their work to the public. The aim of the project is to have temporary art and a regular rotation of work so that as many artists as possible have the opportunity to exhibit,” she says.
Healthy profits at Castle of Good Hope NICOLE MCCAIN @nickymccain Used centuries ago to trade slaves, the Castle of Good Hope will again be a hub of commerce. But this time it will be used to uplift local crafters, businesses and design entrepreneurs. The Cape Craft and Design Institute (CCDI) has teamed up with Kamers vol Geskenke for this huge retail pop-up event, part of the World Design Capital 2014 programme. The CCDI was established in 2001 to promote and grow the Western Cape craft and design sector. Kamers is known for its countrywide retail events that feature handmade products, delicious food and wine and live music. The Castle was chosen as the venue due to its historical role as a trading place, says CCDI market support coordinator Doreen Hendricks. “It’s an interesting new venue for a huge pop-up retail event. Various sectors (inside and outside) and levels of the castle will be used, so it will be an interesting place to explore for craft and design treasures. The venue could also expose a new audience to the beautiful and historic Castle building,” she says. Kamers vol Geskenke has been running successful retail events for over 10 years. Together, they have created a great new platform for local craft producers and designers to sell their work, Hendricks says. “The event will support new product development, help establish new brands in the marketplace and assist longer-term job creation. The customers will enjoy the opportunity to view and buy beautiful and unique handmade products. There should be greater appreciation of local talent and the unique skills and local materials involved in the creation of many of these items,” she says. “This event will also support product development, help establish new brands in the marketplace, and assist longer-term job creation.” A total of 110 exhibitors have been selected. Some 70 were chosen by the Kamers
DESIGN CAPITAL: Trade will return to the Good Hope Castle as creative entrepreneurs and designers display their products. PHOTO: NICOLE MCCAIN team; and another 40 were selected by the CCDI from about 55 applicants. The 55 CCDI applicants brought their products to a selection panel and 40 these were chosen in terms of criteria such as quality and innovation. Zaid Philander is one of the entrepreneurs displaying his one-of-a-kind bags at the market. “We create our products from recycled seatbelts and car upholstery to create 12 different products. The idea struck me when I was a student working on a project to create an environmentally friendly initiative,” he says. Philander now trains a number of creatives from impoverished communities to make the bags and employs several disabled people. The market is a big boost for young designers, Philander says. “It’s a platform for designers to test the waters and get to know buyers. It’s a great way to develop business skills,” he says. The CCDI participants have also had the opportunity to attend two workshops to
polish their costing, pricing and selling skills. The CCDI has also offered their 40 craft producers one-on-one sessions with a professional stylist, so the products will be optimally displayed. A vast range of products will be on sale – from textiles to ceramics, jewellery to homeware – produced from materials such as clay, textiles, wood, beads and wool, and range from exquisite jewellery and homeware to stationery and garden products. Producers will set up their stands on three interior levels of the historic building, an ideal creative space to display goods, sell and interact. The event should not only attract the general public, but also retail buyers keen to discover new products and make fresh connections. V The market will trade from 10:00 to 18:00 on Thurs day 5 June, 10:00 to 20:00 on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 June and from 10:00 to 15:00 on Sunday 8 June. Entry is R60 for adults, R40 students and pensioners and free for children under 18. Visit www.ccdi.org.za.