Sask Craft Council News Oct 27, 2011
SASKATCHEWAN CRAFT COUNCIL
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CRAFT COUNCIL NEWS
01. WinterGreen Fine Craft Market 2011
The 36th annual WinterGreen Fine Craft Market is approaching quickly. In three weeks (November 18-20), over 80 SCC marketers take over the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina, including 11 NEW exhibitors to the market. The market will also include musical acts and wandering carollers. Back by popular demand, a Media Challenge! The "Media Spin" will challenge Regina media to spin wool into yarn using hand spindles.
We've done a tremendous amount of work to improve promotion for this year's WinterGreen, including adding 2 new radio stations in Regina and Moose Jaw, as well as 5 rural papers through SWNA.
There are a few things you can do to help us spread the word about the market:
Send your friends, family and coworkers a link to the SCC WinterGreen section of our website for a look at this year's marketers, and to download a $1 off Adult weekend pass coupon.
Let people know that WinterGreen will be featured on Groupon from November 4-9, where they can get 2 adult 3 day passes for the price of 1 ($5 for a $10 value).
If you are on Facebook, go to the Facebook WinterGreen event page and, even if you aren't attending yourself (although we hope you do!) Invite your friends.
There are also a few Complimentary weekend passes left - so if you know of a Craft Appreciator in the Regina area that should be at WinterGreen, email Amanda Bosiak with their mailing address.
02. Affinity Gallery - Call for Exhibition Proposals
The SCC’s Affinity Gallery presents up to eight exhibitions annually. Applications are accepted from craftspeople, curators and galleries for solo, two-person and group exhibitions reflecting craft history and current practice. Currently we are booked through to April 2013 and are looking for exhibitions to consider after that time.
Information on the application process can be obtained from the SCC website or by contacting Les or Steph at 306.653.3616 Ext. 25 or email: scc.exhibitions@sasktel.net.
Submission Deadline November 15, 2011.
03. "Seeds" - SCC Emerging Artist Exhibition, Last day for Entry
The Saskatchewan Craft Council is pleased to issue a Call for Submissions for an Emerging Artist show entitled "Seeds" at the Affinity Gallery from January 13 to February 26, 2012. The exhibition is open to all artists in their first five (5) years of production working in all Fine Craft mediums.
All interested Artists are invited to submit work that meets the following guidelines:
The artist is within the first five (5) years of their Fine Craft career.
Open to all Fine Craft media, including, but not limited to, ceramics, fibre, glass, photography, wood, jewellery, printmaking, sculpture, and metal.
If selected for the exhibition, the artist must sign an Exhibition Contract and agree to all terms of exhibition.
If you would like to be considered for the exhibition, please submit the following:
10 – 12 images on a CD or e-mailed (72 dpi, JPEG).
A completed List of Artworks detailing the title, medium, and value.
A short bio or artist statement 100-200 words.
Your C.V.
Deadline for submissions is Friday October 28, 2011. Mail or e-mail submission to:
Stephanie Canning or Leslie Potter
Exhibition and Education Coordinators
Saskatchewan Craft Council
813 Broadway Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7N 1B5
You will be notified by Friday, November, 18 2011 if your work has been selected for the exhibition.
For additional information, please email Stephanie Canning or Leslie Potter, or call 306.653.3616 ext 25.
04. Call for Images for use in SCC promotions
The Saskatchewan Craft Council is always interested in eye-catching, mouth watering, and stunning photos of SCC members' pieces for use in SCC promotions. It is an opportunity for SCC to feature the work of members while creating interest and desire in the viewing public to attend one of our events.
A single image is chosen to represent an SCC event. For example WinterGreen has a single image used on billboards, posters, and magazine, newspaper and website ads.
To have your images considered you must meet the following criteria:
Technical specifications - optimum file size 10MB or larger, good lighting and sharp focus are also necessary. Professional photography is preferred.
Striking imagery appropriate for SCC events: markets, annual report, general advertising, and exhibitions.
Powerful images that positively represents an SCC Fine Craft medium. The SCC has over 400 members who work in over 20 mediums.
You can provide the image file(s) on a CD, memory stick or email to:
Vivian Orr
SCC Communications and Publications
813 Broadway Avenue, Saskatoon, SK S7N 1B5
scc.editor@sasktel.net
Please note the SCC email service provider will only accept a maximum of 20 MB per email.
05. Prairie Excellence Tour Schedule
Triangle Gallery
November 17 to December 21, 2011
104, 800 Macleod Trail SE
Calgary, Alberta
Gallery Hours: Tues - Fri: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
The Sam Waller Museum
February 1 to March 31, 2012
306 Fischer Avenue
The Pas, Manitoba
Open daily: 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery
June 17 to September 18, 2012
4525 - 47a Avenue
Red Deer, Alberta
Gallery hours: Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm, Weekends: 12:00 - 4:30 pm
06. Find Saskatchewan Craft Council Page on Facebook
"Like" the SCC Facebook page, and:
Get Invites to SCC Markets, Exhibitions and other Special Events
Get regular updates - info, links and more - from SCC staff
Use the SCC Page to post your own event info. or share interesting links
Connect to other Craft-minded people who may not be SCC members
Help spread the word about the SCC, its people and programs
07. Welcome New & Returning Members
Margaret Kasprick - Professional Craftperson, Glass
Amberly Lundgren - Professional Craftperson, Glass
Eun-Kyung Jung - Professional Craftperson, Metal
Elizabeth Babyn - Affiliated Marketer, Visual Art
Janine Windolph - Craftsperson, Jewellery
Dinia Ismail - Professional Craftsperson, Sculpture
A. Elizabeth Muirhead - Craftsperson, Fibre
Doug Glazer - Patron
Betty Spooner - Patron
Annie Charles - Student, Jewellery
08. New & Updated SCC Membership Directory Galleries
Rick Murton - Professional Craftperson, Wood
To complete your Directory listing, visit the Membership Directory page on our website for requirements and email to Colin.
AFFINITY GALLERY
01. CURRENT EXHIBITION:
SaskCrea8
October 07 to November 06, 2011
Reception: Thursday, October 20, from 5:00 - 7:00pm
More than 60 pieces of work from 30 SCC members available for purchase in the gallery during the exhibition. Visit the SaskCrea8 Gallery page on the SCC website for a sneak peak at some of the work that will be on exhibit.
02. UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS:
DIMENSIONS
November 12, 2011 to January 08, 2012
Reception: Friday, December 09, from 7:00 - 9:00pm
SCC's, open, juried, and touring exhibition of Fine Craft. Juried by Paul Lapointe, a printmaker, wood worker and painter from Batoche, and Jane Kenyon, a fibre artist from British Columbia.
EDUCATION & WORKSHOPS
01. Safety Presentation - everyone welcome
SCC members are invited to a presentation given by the safety expert from Acklands Grainger to be held November 01, 2011 at 7:15 pm in the Saskatoon Potters Guild members' room located in the Albert Community Centre, Saskatoon. Come in the doors at the Clarence Ave. and 11th Street entrance. Follow the signs to the members' room.
Rob will bring respirators to show us how they should fit, discuss which cartridges to use, the care and storage and answer questions. Bring your respirator for him to check for fit. Gone are the days of heavy, uncomfortable respirators. Other H & S concerns will be addressed. No charge. Bring a friend.
Teresa Gagne - SPG Health and Safety Coordinator
02. USCAD Classes
USCAD - University of Saskatchewan Art & Design offers classes in Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Photography and Digital Imagery from September to June, (Fall, Winter and Spring terms). Classes are taught primarily at the Williams Building, 221 Cumberland Ave. N. in Saskatoon, SK.
For further information check out the USCAD website...
CALL FOR ENTRY / SUBMISSIONS / RESIDENCIES
01. Superstitions
Deadline to apply: March 9, 2012 at 5:00pm
Zilberschmuck invites Canadian metal smiths to participate in the 8th annual national juried exhibition of fine jewellery and metalwork including hollowware and sculptural objects. Artists are invited to forge, form or fabricate reflecting their response to superstitions, old wives' tales, folklore and fairy stories. View a catalogue of the past three years of exhibitions...
Submission requirements and procedures are available on the Zilberschmuck website. For more information contact Cheryl Fraser at 416.699.6000 or zilberschmuck@rogers.com.
02. City of Calgary Public Art Call: Brighton Athletic Park
The City of Calgary Public Art Program and Recreation business unit are seeking qualifications from an artist or artist team to create a permanent, integrated public artwork for the future New Brighton Regional Athletic Park. The successful artist or artist team will work with the capital design team to determine the best location for public art within the first phase of this capital project. The artist will then take the lead in developing public art for the agreed upon location.
The competition is open to local, regional, national and international artists who have established a diverse practice within a range of media specialties such as metal, wood, glass or concrete. Excellence in other mediums will be considered, however safety, durability and suitability of the materials is critical due to the public nature and usage of this site. Careful consideration must be given to Calgary's unique climate and rapidly changing weather conditions.
The total artist budget for this project is $100,000
Deadline for submission is November 2, 2011 at 4:00pm MST.
All requests for clarification and questions regarding the RFP must be submitted via email to Dean Kolundzic. All questions must be specific to the RFP and must include references to a specific section.
Click here for more information...
03. Be part of Toronto's One of a Kind Show & Sale in 2012!
Applications to the 2012 One of a Kind Spring Show and One of a Kind Christmas Show are now available. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of Canada's most vibrant shopping event featuring unique, handmade creations!
2012 One of a Kind Spring Show - March 28 to April 01
2012 One of a Kind Christmas Show - November 22 to December 02
Learn more about the shows and initiatives for emerging Artisans. Be sure to visit or contact us at 416.960.3680.
AWARDS / GRANTS / FUNDING
01. Deadlines
Deadline for SAB Culture on the Go grants is November 1, 2011.
The Saskatchewan Arts Board has a variety of funding programs aimed at addressing the needs of artists, arts organizations, and communities in Saskatchewan. These include grants, scholarships, and loans. The Arts Board has peer adjudication procedures for its funding programs, which ensure applications are assessed by qualified adjudication panels.
Program consultants are available to help you determine which program would best suit your needs and to assist with the application process. It's important to touch base with a consultant before you submit your application to make sure that you qualify for the program, and that your application includes all the information needed to be considered for funding.
Visit the Saskatchewan Arts Board website for more details...
FOR SALE OR RENT
01. Gallery For Sale in Mortlach
The Crocus Ridge Gallery in Mortlach is up for sale (click here for ad). Marilyn Forbes, the founder, says she's getting a little too old to continue. We disagree, but its her decision.
This is a wonderful little gallery in a refurbished church in Mortlach. Marilyn has been carrying the work of many Saskatchewan Craft Artists for years - and the gallery shows off this work to great advantage.
But there's another advantage going to whoever purchases this gallery. That's the town of Mortlach itself.
Mortlach is just off the TransCanada Highway, 43 km west of Moose Jaw. The town of 327 has a K-12 school and features such as high speed internet. But that's just the beginning - let's go to the real estate mantra: Location, Location, Location.
During the summer months, an average of 3,000 vehicles per day pass by Mortlach - making it a great gallery location for the tourist traffic. But even more important - the Crocus Ridge Gallery has great neighbours in Mortlach. There's a cluster of cultural and tourism-related businesses that create a synergistic effect. Helping to make Mortlach a great place to visit (and operate a Craft gallery) are:
The K and K Training Stables and the Mortlach Riding Academy - these landmark equestrian facilities bring hundreds of horse lovers to Mortlach every year.
Prairie Berries - located just a few miles north, bring in the Saskatoon Berry lovers to pick and feast.
Holleyhock Natural Foods - an organic market with everything from lobster to gourmet bread and ice-cream.
The Country Garden Cafe and Tea House. Yum. We'll say no more.
The David Krughoff Gallery - a large gallery featuring the wildlife photography of David Krughoff.
The Country Garden General Store - formerly the Nowhere Candy Store. This still has candy from around the world, but has also added more wholesome, but still tasty, food.
The Thunder Creek Trading Post and Rock Shop - everything from dinosaur bones to metaphysical supplies.
It's safe to say - operating a gallery in a small town - it's tough to get this kind of critical mass in neat places to bring in visitors. The Star Phoenix just ran a piece on one of the town's new residents - Ryan Boldt of the folk roots band Deep Dark Woods.
So... If you've ever thought it would be a good idea to operate a gallery in a small town - you can't do any better than the Crocus Gallery in Mortlach. Give Marilyn a call at 306.355.2597, or email her at crocusridgegallery@hotmail.com.
02. TREE Pottery Supplies for Sale
Located in Saskatoon, TREE Pottery has been operating for 37 years. Complete line of ceramic supplies for sale: clay, raw materials, tools, glazes, wheels, kilns, etc. Forklift and store furnishing also for sale. For more information, contact Louise Roy at 306.664.8733 or email: treepottery@sasktel.net.
03. For Sale - Venco Pug Mill
Venco de-airing Pug Mill - 3.5 inch in good working order. Asking $2,000.00, Firm (new price is 5,300.00$ + shipping). Call Stephen or Shon at 306.295.3707 after 7.00pm or email whitemudclay@sasktel.net.
View image of the Pug Mill here...
OTHER NEWS
01. Sask Terra - Fall Fiesta
Sask Terra Invites potters, ceramicists, collectors of pots, users of pots, lovers of pots, lovers of potters (i.e. spouses) and anyone who likes to have a good time!
WHEN: Saturday, October 29, 2011
WHERE: Turn north of hwy #2 at AC Leslie Road. Sign, Log House. 8.8 km east of Young, SK, 12.5 km west of Watrous.
WHAT: Potluck Supper and chat about marketing and exhibitions for members.
CONTACT: Linda Leslie, phone 306.946.2159
Want to car-pool? Call Ken Wilkinson at 306.244.2973.
02. Three Thirty Design Group - Fall Show & Sale
Check out the Fall Show & Sale by the Three Thirty Design Group on November 11, from 1:00pm - 9:00pm, and November 12, from 10:00am - 5:00pm, 330 Ave. G South, Saskatoon.
03. Saskatchewan Foundation for the Arts Award Program
The Saskatchewan Foundation for the Arts Artists Awards Program provides financial assistance to Saskatchewan artists to create or develop new work or work in progress.
Four awards of up to $2,500 each are available as follows:
Award for an emerging professional literary artist who is working on an adult or children's fiction book, or an art or photography book.
Award for an emerging professional female artist who is working in the visual arts.
Award for an emerging professional artist who is working in the visual arts.
Award for an emerging or established professional artist who is a resident of Regina and is working in music, theatre or the visual arts.
The deadline for applications is November 15, 2011.
For more information about the Saskatchewan Foundation for the Arts, and/or to download an Application Package, visit the SAB website...
04. Handwave Gallery, Meacham - Upcoming Exhibition
The Handwave Gallery presents, "Altered, Addled, and Alphabetical," an exhibition of artist's books and altered book sculptures by CATHRYN MILLER, Grasswood, SK.
WHEN: October 1 to November 10, 2011
WHERE: Handwave Gallery, 55 km East of Saskatoon on Hwy #5 and 5 km South on Hwy 2; 409 3rd Ave, Meacham, SK
05. 34th Annual Snowflake Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 05, 2011, from 11:00am to 4:00pm
WHERE: Lumsden Centennial Hall
Sponsored by St. Peter's Parish, Lumsden, SK.
Baking and Raffles
Miscellaneous Crafts: painting, woodworking, glass, knitting, floral arranging, jewellery, ceramics, pottery and more.
Hot lunch (homemade soup, hotdogs, pies, etc.) in the Legion Hall next door.
Everyone is welcome. Admission $1.00.
PDF Application for Craft Table...
06. A Winter Handmade Market
The Flock and Gather Craft Collective presents "A Winter Handmade Market". Admission is free and everyone is welcome.
WHEN: Friday December 9, 2011, from 6:00 - 9:00pm, and Saturday December 10, 2011 from 10:00am - 5:00pm.
WHERE: St. Joseph's Parish Hall, 535 8th Street East (corner of Broadway Ave. & 8th Street), Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
For more information visit the Flock and Gather Blog...
07. Handmade House Showcase Gallery Presents:
The Handmade House Showcase Gallery, Saskatoon, presents Morley Maier - Traditional Willow Baskets. The exhibition will take place from October 03 to November 26, 2011, from 10:00am - 5:30pm, Monday - Saturdays at 710 Broadway Avenue, Saskatoon, SK.
08. Tax Information: Tradesperson's Tools Deduction
Curious about the Government of Canada's Tradesperson's Tools Deduction? Wondering how it works or if it applies to you? Practicing craftspeople are eligible for the deduction, but only under specific circumstances. Watch this short, informative video about how the deduction works...
For more information about the definition of a tradesperson, read this article, and remember: talk to your accountant!
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