Fall 2013 - Alberta Craft Magazine

ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE

The Alberta Craft Council Magazine is published quarterly.

Submission Deadline for the Winter 2014 Issue: November 25, 2013

The Alberta Craft Magazine makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, but assumes no liability in cases of error or changing conditions. Any business relations or other activities undertaken as a result of the information contained in the Alberta Craft Magazine, or arising there from, are the responsibility of the parties involved and not of the Alberta Craft Council.

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Board of Directors:

Chair:Tara Owen, Calgary Directors:Xanthe Isbister, Medicine Hat

Mary-Beth Laviolette, Canmore Victor Steel, Fort McMurray

Kari Woo, Canmore

Patti Hartnagel, Edmonton

Dawn Detarando, Red Deer

Jennifer Salahub, Calgary

Meghan Wagg, Edmonton

Kai Georg Scholefield, Calgary

Magazine Editor:Nancy St. Hilaire

Magazine Design:Lime Design Inc.

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From the Executive Director

Sometimes this column is simply a grab bag of interesting ACC news –either bad or good.

First, the bad news - the Alberta Craft Awards have been cancelled for 2013. We were perplexed and disappointed to receive only one nomination for all four of the ACC Awards. Typically the Awards ceremony is held in Calgary in late October (for the last 3 years hosted by DaDe Art and Design Lab), and the Recipients exhibition occurs in Edmonton in January. And, typically each year, each award has several nominees. Although many of these come from Calgary only reason for such a dramatic shortfall in has happened, except that sometimes s--t happens. Board and staff have discussed possible responses. We may shift the deadline and/or change some minor details. And there is some chat about making the awards biennial and giving them a larger purse.

Another piece of bad news (page 2) is that, is moving on. We want to thank Laura for her various and creative contributions, especially to the new ACC website, expanded social media activity and additional media and communications for Metro Cinema. And, after 15 years with the ACC shop, Elaine Emerson has announced her retirebeen befriended by Elaine over the years, too bad. If you have, you will know that she is irreplaceable. We will miss her!

ments designate and fund both craft traditions and craftspeople, as UNESCO national craft festivals, have built an extensive array of craft museums and schools, and simply Insadong (street) in Seoul there are far more craft galleries than in all of Canada. And,tional relations as part of their own prestige building strategies for craft arts. I want to thank the Alberta Foundation for the Arts,

And, ongoing news - the Canadian Crafts Federation and all the provincial and territorial craft councils meet in Vancouver in late October. CCF has always had important Alberta Craft Council input. Simon Wroot, Charles Lewton-Brain and I were part of the founding group. Both Charles and Simon went on the become CCF President. Past ACC board chair James Lavoie also worked on CCF activity for many years. The concept of Craft Year 2007 was proposed by ACC and expanded nationally. And ACC has partnered with CCF and other craft councils

There may be other Asian activity coming along. In August the ACC gallery hosted a VIP tour of cultural affairs people from Chengdu, China, another one of Edmonimpressed with what they saw at the ACC. They initiated several interesting ideas about will continue the current discussions with the City of Edmonton and the provincial and how they relate to expanding government to government and business to business activity.

Elsewhere in this issue of Alberta Craft (page 6 & 7) you will read about the up-coming Potworks exhibition featuring 29 artists. This -

Amsterdam, Unity and Diversity exhibition as research and advocacy activity such as the for Trade Team Canada (which I chaired forment cut that). This meeting in Vancouver

Alberta perspective and content to planning for Craft Year 2015. The ACC has invited the CCF annual gathering to Calgary in October 2015, in anticipation of the opening of the

-Tom McFall

Pulp Paper Pages exhibition was the feature

international visitors attended the festival. Seven artists from the exhibition went to workshops and demonstrations, participate in studio visits and home stays, and to represent Alberta craft to this huge audience.

hibition, there is certainly a new generation and a new energy to clay in Alberta. This show should put an end to any angst about whether ceramics is a dying art form – studio pottery is alive and thriving in Alberta. Another piece of exciting news, is the call for entry (page 9) for the Well in Hand exhibition. craft – for and about horses, riders, and horse show. It is a broader search for creative andable, ceremonial, visual, historical - thattionship. There is a surprising amount andtion is probably long overdue.

On the Cover

By Joan Matsusaki

Creek)

Forest Casserole

(Bragg

slip carved 10 x 4 x 6 inches

Joan has a Fine Art Degree from the University of Guelph and a Ceramics CerFleming College and has been potting since 1999. Her pots begin with thrown forms which are altered by adding sculptural, textural and lineal elements.

Joan Matsusaki is featured in Potworks on page 6 & 7.

Alberta Craft Council Annual General Meeting –June 15, 2013

Over 30 members, board and staff of the Alberta Craft Council gathered on June at the Leighton Art Centre in Calgary. Afterwards a reception for Pulp Paper Pages Pulp Paper Pages was on display in the gallery until July 17. Thanks to all those that attended.

Many Thanks to Retiring ACC Board Members

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nounced their retirement from the board

After working in stained glass and has developed his business, Studio Vitro, from a part-time hobby into a success-

called “Forbes & Friends” on main street -

the past 10 years. She has served on the for Creative Arts and the QUEll hospital visual art committee. She served 11 years on the board of the Alberta Craft Council.

ACC Member Promotion Package

It’s time for holiday season to go into full swing. Add an ACC Member Tent Card to your table and let your customers know that you belong to a professional organization that recognizes a high standard of fine craft. You can use the signage anywhere you are selling or promoting your work such as craft shows, markets, studio sales, events, etc. From tent cards and mini-banners to a version that can be posted on your website, you can build a package to best suit your needs.

Contact Joanne to place your order today. 1-800-DO-CRAFT (in AB only) or 780-488-6611 ext. 221 / jhamel@albertacraft.ab.ca

the board (6 as Chair).

Laura’s Farewell

that I announce my departure from the Alberta Marketing and Communication, at Metro Cinema and sadness to leave the wonderful family years, producing the member e-news and coordinating social media for the last four in addition to my role on the exhibition team. It has been both rewarding and inspiring to share in the successes of the Alberta Craft Council and promote community and I feel privileged to have met and worked with so many of you.

@laura_o. If you prefer actual face time over fundraising event this November or you can come visit me at Metro Cinema for my curated of the month at 7 pm).

- Laura O’Connor

Joanne & Annette will be taking over member e-news and social media, so please forward any future postings to news@albertacraft.ab.ca.

James Lavoie Heather Forbes

Current ACC staff at Laura’s farewell event, from left to right: Elaine, Nancy, Laura, Annette, Pat, and Tom.

Front row: Linda and Joanne

Pulp Paper Pages in Wonju, South Korea

Pulp Paper Pages-

lery in Edmonton, Leighton Art Centre near Calgary, and Edmonton International Airport. -

province has a similar agreement with Alberta. This exhibition helps mark the relationship. -

ern centre for the hi-tech paper industry. (paper) Festival with several hundred thousand visitors attending more than 100 events including exhibitions, ceremonies, workshops, tours, lantern parades, fashion shows, and artist exchanges. The 2013 festival ran through the September 5

The ACC is pleased to have received -

berta Foundation for the Arts and the Edmonton Arts Council. This allowed Pulp Paper Pages participating artists

Deanna Fischer, Brenda Malkinson, Saraval, deliver workshops, do studio visits and home stays and experience the many -

tivities. They also had the task of developing new relationships which may lead to future craft arts exchanges between the twinned provinces and cities.

Nose Wiggles” and gave a workshop ontions on making a variety of books using a single piece of paper. Brenda Malkinparticipatory installation where festival mobiles with written inscriptions.

Rabbit Puppet

By Wendy Passmore-Godfrey, 2013, wood, wire, feathers, ephemera, hanji paper, 28 x 28 x 30.5 cm

Photo Credit: L.O’Connor

Snake Puppet

By Wendy Passmore-Godfrey, 2013, wood, wire, feathers, ephemera, hanji paper, 68.5 x 10 x 18 cm.

Photo Credit: L.O’Connor

Tom McFall and Annette Aslund orgaand attended the Festival for the Alberta Craft Council. They were accompanied by 3 VIPs from the City of Edmonton who were there to expand other cultural, political and business connections

It was exciting for all participants to experience this fantastic convergence of exhibition, festival, city and people – and -

ment, generosity and enthusiasm for this

Hanji instructor Myoungsook Im shows her work

Pulp Paper Pages on display at the festival.Tom and Maegen Black (CCF) participate in a workshop.

Golden Edge Featured at SERIES at Red Deer College

Golden Edge celebrates a generation with a strong creative voice who stay on the leading exhibition at the Alberta Craft Council, a portion of the show July 8 - August 16.

Tara Owen new editor of Metal Arts Guild of Canada MAGazine

Congratulations to our very own Chair of the Alberta Craft Council. Tara Owen has taken on the role of metal work in Canada, as well as exhibition opportunities for craftspeople that work in metal. It is one of only a handful of publications devoted to metal arts in North America.

In addition to her studio practice and ACC duties, Tara alsoence as a maker, writer, and advocate for craft practices, and

ACC @ the YEG

The Alberta Craft Council is currently presenting Connect Four Program. Connect Four is an exhibition of four Alberta glass artists: James Lavoie, Darren J. Petersen, Leah Nowak-Petrucci and Todd Safronovich, who worked together and shared techpieces. It started with each artist exchanging an element of their These elements were then integrated into their own pieces and this collaborative work then inspired new individual pieces.

Connect Four

January Spotlight.

Catherine Thompson

pleased to announce that applications were open to both individuals and orprovide relief funding to cover short- to mid-term needs, namely unrecoverable revenues. Please note that round of funding was not meant to address restoration or repair costs related to venue, resi-

Money for the Alberta Arts Flood donations on crowdfunding platform InvestYYC.com, with matching funds generously contributed by Suncor Energy Foundation and The Alberta Foundation for the Arts, with additional support from Calgary Arts Development. The need for short- to mid-term relief is immense, so all donations collected through to September 9, 2013 was dispensed through that round of funding. This application process was administeredartsrebuild.ca for more information and for future deadlines for applications.

A guide for small business owners who have been affected by the floods

Information service created a guide that answers 14 of the most commonly asked -

berta. Check out www.canadabusiness.nesses_affected_by_the_2013_Alberta_ Flood.pdf

Alberta Potters’ Association AGM Report

(APA) board settled into Calgary in 2012-tations that previous cities had delivered: a conference and a show. The Off Centre conference at ACAD, May 10-11 was a culmination of two years of work by a small group of very dedicated volunteers. ACAD staff and faculty richly deserve support.

devoted to the event, a few initiatives have been in the works: a new website! www.albertapotters.org. The APA has been connecting with visual arts leaders in Calgary and the province to introduce

As we found, the heyday of ceramics was in the 1990s, as membership numbers reached close to 460 in 1994 and expectations of hitting 600 in 1995. It was a time of conferences, shows and tremendous energy in Calgary. A lot changed while the visual arts grew up around the APA and we became less visible - currently we have over 60 members and more are

the APA best serve the broad ceramics and businesses that support ceramic artists? And, without duplicating services readily available through the many excellent regional and provincial facilities that are well staffed and provide tremendous support to folks who like to work in clay.

is a new membership category allowing

The APA now has a dissolution clause -

With those resolutions passed, the boardsance! The board is consulting with the ceramics community stakeholders and has developed a survey. This is tremen-

dously exciting, not only to have demographics, but also to provide the basis plan. In that plan, and with the approval of the special resolution to look into a name change, the APA will be addressing its branding, marketing and other strategies.

In the upcoming year, the APA board will be working with its members and ceramics community to offer innovative services that are meaningful to the promotion of ceramics and to gain visibility. The APA opportunities to show sell and promote.

Ceramic artists and business owners are encouraged to contact the APA and talk about their concerns and issues. We want to hear from you.

President, Alberta Potters’ Association president@albertapottersassociation.org

The APA is launching a new initiative as industry in Alberta. Because we are all the authors of this industry the APA will be taking an assertive role in directing Development, AFA, has dubbed this new initiative “brilliant”.

Potters, clay artists, ceramicists, mold makers and sculptors of Alberta will have the chance to direct this industry through a survey type tool. Usually with a survey but we want to hear from everyone.

The survey is available now at your clay supply store, through your pottery group or teaching institution; you can also go directly to www.albertapottersassociation. org and click on “Survey Page”.

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Feature Gallery

Potworks

October 5 - December 24, 2013

Reception: 2-4 pm, Saturday, October 5, 2013

A number of current trends might suggest so. Many potters have shifted their self-descriptions to ceramist, ceramicist, ceramic artist, or visual artist working in clay. Some potters and other craftspeople are being referred to as “designers who self-manufacture”. And in the academic world of “interdisciplinary”, it seems unfashionable to even use a media-specific term such as potter. Some institutions such as the Ontario College of Art and Design (now revised to OCAD University) have purged the work pottery. OCAD now calls the remains of its ceramics program “material arts”.

Yet other trends refute any notion that pottery is on a road to extinction. At the Alberta Craft Council, there are more members working professionally in clay than in any other medium. Clay exhibitions and ceramic work in exhibitions remain public favourites. And pots sell in more volume and for more total sales that any other work in the ACC’s retail gallery. Member potters often report increasing sales and better prices at their own studio sales. And the longerrunning members studios now have second and third generation customers coming to shop. In addition, it seems that there are

more ACC members working in clay who travel, teach or exhibit internationally.

Ceramic technologies are also in some flux. Most kilns (unless wood-burning) are now very energy efficient. They are often computer controlled. Transfer decorations, once verboten in clay studios, are being created with simple computer programs and can be quite original. And, recent workshops at ACAD and at Medalta have demonstrated the potential for 3-D digital printing of ceramic molds or of actual objects in clay. This potential is either intriguing or dubious, depending on who is commenting. An inherent part of the discussion is about whether computers will improve or hamper creativity, or indeed whether new technologies will bring about the end of studio pottery, or give it new life into the future. Unquestionably, new virtual marketing has enhanced most pottery careers.

Evident in this collection is the conclusion that studio pottery is thriving in Alberta. It is particularly exciting to see some many “youngsters” embarking on studio practices with some really unique work.

- by Tom McFall

There is considerable chatter about the state of pottery these days. Is it a dying art form?

Left: Hakame Bottle By Joe Reid (Ponoka) 9.75” x 6” x 6”

Below: Birch Forest Mugs By Hilary Forge (Calgary) 2013, porcelain 4.75” x 2.25”

Feature Gallery

Potworks Participating Artists

Denise Ahlefeldt (Edmonton)

Mindy Andrews (Calgary)

Alysse Bowd (Red Deer)

Dawn Candy (Red Deer)

Connie Cooper (Calgary)

Brenda Danbrook (Opal)

Jim Etzkorn (Medicine Hat)

Stephen Evans (High River)

Bridget Fairbank (Fort McMurray)

Hilary Forge (Calgary)

Judith

Priscilla Janes (Canmore)

Bradley Keys (Calgary)

Suzette Knudsen (Calgary)

Sean Kunz (Calgary)

Joan Matsusaki (Bragg Creek)

Lisa McGrath (Calgary)

Dan Miller (Edmonton)

Tammy Parks-Legge (Stony Plain)

Connie Pike (High River)

Kathryn

Auvery Reid (Ponoka)

Joe Reid (Ponoka)

Carol & Richard Selfridge (Edmonton)

Ruby Serben (Edmonton)

Peter F Sharpe (Rimbey)

Monika Smith (Calgary)

Darlene Swan (Calgary)

Sam Uhlick (Ardrossan)

Green (Pincher Creek)

Ransom (Calgary)

Gwari (Nigerian Style) Casserole

Butter Me Up By Alysse Bowd (Red Deer), 2013, stoneware, handbuilt 5” x 6” x 3”

Flora Series By Denise Ahlefeldt (Edmonton)

textured bowl: 8” diameter and vase: 8.5” tall

Four Yellow Roses Serving Plate 2013, slab construction, earthenware, ma1.5” x 8” x 8”

Tempest Bowls (right) By Dawn Candy (Red Deer) 2013, wheel thrown clay, altered 3.5” x 4.5”

Discovery Gallery

Fairy Tales, Folklore and Mythcommunications… Part II

Sculptural Rings by Calgary artist Shona Rae

October 26 – November 30, 2013

Reception: 2 – 4 pm, Saturday, November 2

A lifelong fascination and study of fairy tales, folklore, religion, myth and Jungian philosophyence of Calgary artbelieves that in our urge to tell stories we seek to give order and meaning to our lives, explain natural phenomena, the complexities of life or to understand the human condition. Fairy Tales, Folklore and Mythcommunications… Part II -

summer of 2007. After sixteen years Shona is rings to a close.

The criteria for her series was for each sculpinteractive component while referencing a

tale from Western culture that relates to the for her sculptures because of their symbolic seen as a representation of power, ownership and authority. Most fairy tales were written for women and poor young men

these stories encouraged, motivated and inspired them to navigate their daily lives. Fairy Tales, Folklore and Mythcommunications… Part II returns the realm of the fairy tale back to the forum of adults. Using precious metals, gemstones and articulation, Shona crafts pieces with toy-like narratives for a mature audience.

for nearly a decade before a series of dreams led her to begin studying goldsmithing and the metal arts in 1994. Today, Shona continues her professional studio practice, teaches part time at Alberta College of Art + Design in Calgary, AB and is the lead singer/song-

rock and roll.

2014 ACC Feature Gallery

Call for Entry

April 5 – July 5, 2014

FURNISH: contemporary handcrafted home furnishings and accessories

Deadline: February 5

The desire to furnish one’s home goes beyond the mere practical. We seek comfort, beauty, meaning and individuality along with function. Many people reinforce who they are through their home, from a tapestry on the wall, a handcrafted dining table, a favourite chair, to a hand-blown glass paperweight. Many craft artists work towards objects that will be used and loved daily. FURNISH will showcase a wide variety of furnishings in every media.

Questions?

Please contact Joanne Hamel

E: jhamel@albertacraft.ab.ca

P: 780-488-6611 ext. 221

Submissions can be sent via email, mail or online

Email: acc@albertacraft.ab.ca

Mail: Alberta Craft Council 10186 – 106 Street

Edmonton, AB T5J 1H4

Web: www.albertacraft.ab.ca/ acc-calls-for-entry

Happy Prince

sterling silver, 18k gold, vivid yellow diamonds, purple star sapphire and mirror

Mike Lam Designs

2014 ACC Feature Gallery Call for Entry

October 4 – December 24, 2014

Well in Hand: fine craft of horse and rider

Deadline: August 6

An exhibition of creative and accomplished craft objects – usable, wearable, ceremonial, visual, historical – that reflect any aspect of the human-equine relationship.

Discovery Gallery

Illusions, Revelations, Transformations

A journey in seven stages by Edmonton fibre artist Diane Krys

October 26 – November 30, 2013

Reception: 2 – 4 pm, Saturday, November 2, 2013

Illusions can take They can affect the most personal and tender areas as challenge your place and beliefs in the world at large.

exhibition Illusions, Revelations, Transformations explores the idea that things are not always as they seem. The inspiration

experience and observations. Betrayal, abuse and exploitation can spring out of the seemingly innocent and normal. For

felted wall piece disintegrated in areas to expose a frayed foundation cloth speaks to the betrayal and disillusion when a lack of integrity or dishonesty is exposed. It

truly beautiful be built or sustained if the foundation is rotten?

tive experience can be the catalyst for

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sculpture Introversion. This piece invites viewers to take part in the sculptures transformation by separating parts of the neutral exterior to reveal the colourful rug hooked interior; reinforcing the conversion from inert to dynamic.

personal values, and gave her more internal strength to stand up for her beliefs. Within the ashes of destruction, seeds were sewn for tremendous personal artistic growth and important new networks

my stance in not taking everything at facement and that stepping up for who and what you believe in is crucial if you want to keep and build what you truly value.

Questions?

Please contact Joanne Hamel

E: jhamel@albertacraft.ab.ca

P: 780-488-6611 ext. 221

Submissions can be sent via email, mail or online

Email: acc@albertacraft.ab.ca

Mail: Alberta Craft Council 10186 – 106 Street

Edmonton, AB T5J 1H4

Web: www.albertacraft.ab.ca/ acc-calls-for-entry

The Birth of the Performance Horse by Crys Harse

Shop Talk

Christmas Staff Picks

$29

Happy Holidays!

December Hours: Mon – Sat: 10 am – 5 pm Thursdays until 6 pm

Christmas Eve: 10 am – 3 pm

Shop and ACC offices closed: December 25 – January 6, 2014 (inclusive).

$800

$138

Photo: Erin Wallace

Tom McFall

Platter by Judith Green (Pincher Creek)

Necklace by Andrea Blais (Calgary) $545

Linda Frena Poncho by Dana Roman (Canmore) $140

Elaine Emerson Lumpy Cups by Jeff Holmwood (Vancouver) $35 - $55

Pat Aslund

Rose Hip Box by Jean Claude & Talar Prefontaine (Calgary) $575

Freedom Fighter by Philip Bandura (Calgary) $700

Annette Aslund

each

October

Connie Cooper is a graduate of the Alberta College of Art + Design, palette and decorative carved elements combine her backgrounds in both mediums. She maintains a full-time studio practice creating her colourful line of functional ceramics.

November

Shop Talk

signature to the wearer, from the colour and embellishments to the accents spotlight collection references her recent visit to Vancouver Island and its richly decorative shorelines.

December

For the past six years she has followed this passion to the large gemshow in Tucson AZ. This year in particular, Janet found herself drawn to the beautiful for the past four years and experiencing its mild seasons, these winter agates make her home sick for the beauty of the prairies, even in the cold short days of winter. It is these prairie winter scenes discovered within the stones that inspire

Connie Cooper (Calgary, AB) – pottery

Valerie Baber (St. Albert, AB) – knit wear

Janet Stein

Calming Waters Shawl

By Valerie Baber Merino wool

Winter Agate Pendant Agate, sterling silver

Intense Tea

By Connie Cooper Ceramic

Shop Talk

Opera Art Project

We are excited for the new opera season and a continued successful partnership between the Edmonton Opera and the Alberta Craft Council.

The 2013/14 season marks the 50th anniversary of the Edtheir reputation. productions, encompassing multiple varieties of operatic repertoire. Scandalous, seductive and shocking, the season opens

Die Fledermaus is presentseason closes with a return to the production that opened the Edmonton Opera in 1963, , the heart breaking story of an American lieutenant and Japanese bride. The Edmonton Opera and Alberta Craft Council are making it that are for sale before and during intermissions at the opera performances, with work for sale between operas at the Alberta -

ture community as well as promote its members to a new arts the upcoming season. The participating artists will include: Laura McIvor, Margie Davidson, James Lavoie, Valerie Baber, Todd Safronovich, Amy Skrocki, Darlene Storgeoff, Denise Ahlefeldt and more.

Left:

A Night at the Opera!

Purse By Laura McIvor

Handcrafted sterling silver drop crystals, metal clasp $1975

Above:

Embrace

Necklace By Laura McIvor

Handcrafted sterling silver chain $825

KUDOS

George Heagle (Edmonton) won an award to design and build Common-Unity, a reception desk for the new Lethbridge Community Arts Centre building. The work was completed in the fall of 2012

commissioned by the Ministry of Environment to build a gavel and box which housed the 12 provincial woods of Canada. The gavel was made by Chris Kubash (Edmonton). The box will travel around Canada to each Province where the Ministers of Environment meet.

Jill Nuckles (Calgary) was selected to participant in Interpretations of Alberta: New Artists at the 7 Window

the Performing Arts is thrilled to present visual artists who showcase works in a variety of mediums that examine our sense of place within the context of Alberta. The Centre partnered with the Calgary Stampede to exhibit highlights of the Western Showcase Artist selected every year to participate artists draw inspiration through their experience of western values by retreating to a working ranch. The exhibition was presented July 6

In the News

Margie Davidson (Edmonton) has World Quilt Competition which takes place annually in the United States. Not Everyone Has a House and Ferns Within Grids were on display at the World Quilt Show - New England XI from August 15 - 18, 2013 in two artworks will travel with the exhibition to the following venues until January 2014: Pennsylvaand World Quilt Show – Florida. Ferns Within Grids was awarded Best of Country for Canada. The exhibition can be seen at http://tail.asp?id=124

ACC Members Featured at The Works Art & Design Festival, Edmonton

This annual festival transforms over downtown core with an array of visual art, design, performance and creative ideas. The ACC was a venue featuring the Bee Kingdom and Barb Tipton exhibitions and Coming Up Next (including members Dana Bush, Matt Heide, Jenell Pierson, Brenda Raynard, Mia Riley, Miranda Scott, Julia Rayne Schumacher and Kristy Wozniewich). The following members were also featured at other venues: Keith Walker, Pets (Sutton Place venue), Bee Kingdom’s Travelling Exhibition and Honey Variation venue). ACAD in Edmonton -

Alberta Association venue) featured ten up-and-coming artists from ACAD, including member Kristyn Wozniewich

Ebb and Flow, 2013

By Jill Nuckles

Artist Ranch Project

Cotton batting, linen thread, polyester

Robin DuPont (Winlaw, BC) has

Museum in Toronto, each year this -

are accessible and have the ability to perform in many contexts; in the kitchen, at the table, on the wall and in the gallery setting. The award will go to the artist that receives the most votes from the participating public. Vote online today at http:// www.gardinermuseum.on.ca/exhibition/rbc-emerging-artist-2013

Deadline to vote is Oct. 13.

60” x 20” x 14”

Matt Heide of Concrete Cat Design (Industrial) by Western Living. The Western Living Designers of the Year awards celebrate the best new design in Western Canada, designers and architects. http://www.westernlivingmaga-

Year-Shortlist-Finalists-2013.html

Ferns within Grids

By Margie Davidson

Imperial Kashmir Vessels

Thrown, altered and hand-built with press moulded texture, cone 9 oxidation

Aaron Nelsontwines digital technology with tradilinks between electronics, communication and craft in a playful and innovative exhibition Conductivity Nelson, artistic director of the residency program at Medalta, has created vases, platters and tea cups that are interconnected with electrical and electronic circuitry, telephone, iPods, generators, light bulbs and audio speakers. Conductivity is featured at the Esplanade Arts and until December 7.

Box with Gavel Box by George Heagle, Gavel by Chris

Plates by Aaron Nelson

Pat Borecky (Trenton, ON) received 2nd place in Original Wearable Art from the Canadian Quilt Association 25th National Juried Show in Penticton.

Scraps to Riches Ensemble By Pat Borecky

Detail of installation at Gardiner Museum by Robin Dupont

In the News

Glass Artists Featured in Tour of Alberta

Edmonton Potters’ Guild

61st Annual Pottery Show & Sale – Saturday, November 9, 2013, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Alberta Avenue Community Centre, 9210 – 118 Avenue, Edmonton

Let us get you “Fired Up” for pottery, perhaps do some holiday of tea or coffee. Browse through a wonderful selection of pottery created by more than 80 local potters. With styles to suit every taste, you may not be able to resist purchasing these one-ofa-kind pieces. Admission and parking are free.

Donations to the Edmonton Food Bank are gratefully accepted. For more information visit http://edmontonpottersguild.wordpress. com; email us at epg@shaw.ca or call 780-426-5642.

has moved to Inglewood, Calgary

Michel Arseneau, Owner/Director of Inglewood Fine Arts, and

space on 9th Avenue SE. Allied Properties recently announced future plans to redevelop the Art Central building and tenants were advised that they would need to search for a new location in the future. Inglewood, it is the oldest community in Calgary and for local residents and visitors to Calgary. Inglewood is also host to a variety of festivals and events including Sunfest, Fringe Festival, shopping events, Christmas shopping events, farmers market and group information walks. For more information, visit the www.calgary-inglewood.com.

For more information:

The inaugural Tour of Alberta

international professional stage foray into the growing global sport of cycling. The Tour of Alberta was a six-stage race, starting in Edmonton on September 3 and ending in Calgary on Sunday, September 8, with stage routes traveling throughout rural Alberta, villages, towns and small cities. The event included more than 50 communities of vari-

850 kilometres, making it one of spanning sporting events. A large sculpture by Darren J. Petersen purchased at the Alberta Craft Council and presented as the trophy for the event. This trophy, name, will remain with the tour

winners added each year. The winner was also presented with a smaller version created by Darren to commemorate the victory. Darren Petersen has been creating blown glass for over 20

a BFA in glass from the Alberta College of Art + Design and has exhibited work across North

is well represented in the collection of the Alberta Foundation for the Arts and in private collections worldwide.

Julia Reimer (Black Diamond) was selected to create a one of a kind art piece for the winner of Stage Four. The piece presented to the winner was chosen because resource based history of Black Diamond, the start and end point for Stage Four and the swirling

of the motion and speed of the cyhas had a career marked by successes both at home and internationally. She owns and operates

Tyler had works on display at the Arts Festival associated with the Tour of Alberta and their studio was open to visitors for demonstrations and sales during the festival.

SAWS Exhibition 2013

The latest biennial exhibition from the Southern Alberta Woodworkers Society was featured at Southcentre Mall and is now at Dade Art & Design Lab in Calgary until October 27, 2013.

ACC members Jean Claude & Talar Prefontaine (Calgary) won the 1st Place award for Daylilies, box on a stand with marquetry. Chris Kubash (Edmonton) was honoured with the Best 1st Entry award for his sculpture Grasses. Other members featured in the exhibition: Jim & Eileen Jones (Claresholm), Merv Krivoshein

Joe Van Keulin (Calgary), and Michael Holton (Calgary)

Daylilies, Box on Stand

By Jean Claude & Talar Prefontaine 52” H x 15” W Grasses

Vases by Darren Petersen

Rose Vases by Julia Reimer

photo by John Dean

Antonia Huysman (Ardrossan) passed away September 3 after a year long battle with cancer. For over 30 years she worked alongside husband Sam Uhlick at their home studio Uhlick Pottery & Tile. A long-time member, Antonia was a kind and gentle soul that will be greatly missed by staff and board of the Alberta Craft Council. Our sincerest condolences to Sam, and his family for their loss.

Annual Lewton-Brain Foldform Competition Winners

Entries to the second annual foldform competition came from Argentina, Australia, Canada,

16 states in the U.S. First Place awarded to Yuka Okane Inoue of Lake Forest, Illinois, with Looking . Second Place was Persephone, a raised vase with foldforms in Britannia silver. Ed Lay of El Cerrito California was named Third Place with FF Bowl 5 in copper and vitreous enamel. The Center for Metal Arts launched the annual foldforming competition to document the evo-

In the News

First Annual International Cup Show exhibition, Medicine Hat

From August 23 to September 28, -

ternational Cup Show in the Yuill featured 150 pieces of artwork from 10 different countries. Saskatoon-based ceramic artist and international blogger Carole received over 450 submissions. The pieces, which all showcase showcase a wide range of styles and personalities.

Robert Holland (Sherwood Park) passed away on July 16 after a always willing to volunteer for a shift or two at the ACC casinos

The woodworker was known for

condolences to his wife Pearl and family.

developed by Charles LewtonBrain. The annual event is open to entries worldwide. Images of the competition winners are posted on www.Centerformetalarts.com/blog and on www. facebook/CenterForMetalArts,

be announced in early 2014 on these sites.

The goal of the exhibition, according to Medalta Curator Jenna Stanton, is to “expose Medicine styles and show the creative possibilities that exist in an everydaytion features both functional and non-functional pieces which take the idea of a cup to the extreme.

excited for this exhibition to push possible in ceramic art.”

By Robert Holland

By Robert Holland

Joker Cabinet

28” H x 22” W x 15”

Bee Box

Looking Up at the Sky II

By Yuka Okane Inoue (Lake Forest, Illinois) 3” x 3” x 3.5” alloys and diamond.

ACC Members Featured in the exhibition are: Mindy Andrews, Christian Barr, Candy, Paula Cooley, Brenda Pike, Joe Reid, Juliana Rempel, Ruby Terepocki.

Growing Up

Trickle by Gillian Mitchell (Calgary) Cone 6 Oxidation 3 x 4 x 4”

Snow and Ice by Rose Bauer (Rocky Mountain House) Hand built using porcelain casting slip, Cone 6. 8 x 8 cm each

Calendar

CALENDER SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

For the Winter 2014 issue is November 25, 2013 Email: nhilaire@albertacraft.ab.ca

TheAlberta Craft Council is open to submissions of opportunities for craftspeople,space permitting.If you are interested in promoting a special event,educational activity,gallery,exhibition or employment opportunity,please call theACC office or email Nancy St.Hilaire at nhilaire@albertacraft.ab.ca.TheACC makes every effort to ensure the reliability of all the programs and services listed below;however we will not accept liability for any loss or damage as a result of doing business with any of the advertisers contained herein.

CALLS FOR ARTISTS

Glenbow Museum Shop, Calgary

The Glenbow Museum Shop carries a wide variety of Canadian made hand crafted jewellery and craft. They are looking for unique Alberta made gifts, jewellery and sculpture. The shop carries items on consignment and/or outright wholesale purchase depending on the needs of both the artist and the shop. If you are interested in submitting your product for consideration please contac:t 403-268-4119 or email shop@glenbow.org

Art Gallery of Calgary Shop, Calgary

Deadline is ongoing Located on historic Stephen Avenue Walk, the Gallery Shop features handcrafted pieces, focusing on contemporary design and exceptional craftsmanship by Canadian artists exclusively. Artist’s product is accepted on a consignment basis. Please contact: Manager of Visitor Services, Membership and The Gallery Shop, P: 403-770-1350, E: visitorservices@artgallerycalgary.org

Southern Alberta Art Gallery Gift Shop, Lethbridge

Deadline is ongoing Are you seeking a select outlet for your finely crafted glass, ceramics, jewellery, weaving or quilting?

The Southern Alberta Art Gallery, located in Lethbridge extends an invitation to artists and craftspeople to build an appreciative client base for one-of-a-kind pieces. Contact: Naomi Sato, Visitor Services Manager, Southern Alberta Art Gallery, 601-3 Ave. South Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0H4, 403-327-8770 ext 21 or email: dfarstad@saag.ca

Alberta Jubilee Rotating Art Exhibitions, Edmonton/Calgary

Deadline is ongoing These rotating art exhibits by the Friends of the Alberta Jubilee Auditoria Society will be featured in the Kaasa Gallery (lower level, Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium) or the Alcove Gallery (First Balcony Alcove, Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium). These exhibitions are open to the public preshow, during intermission, during functions and community programs, and by appointment Monday – Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm. For info email Jennifer at jennifer.alabiso@gov.ab.ca

Calgary Allied Arts Foundation Residency and Acquisition Programs, Calgary

EDUCATION

ACAD Extended Studies, Calgary

Credit-free Craft Courses in Ceramics, fibre, hot glass and jewellery courses are offered this fall and winter at Alberta College of Art + Design through Extended Studies. Introductory and intermediate levels, in the college facilities, evenings and weekends. View all the courses online at: http://media.acadnet. ca/pdf/ExtendedStudies/extn_calendar_fw_12.pdf Registration is ongoing

Medalta International Artist in Residence, Medicine Hat Operating out of the Shaw Centre, this program is designed to serve artists at all stages of their careers. Students, emerging, and established artists are able to work together in our open, spacious, semi-private studios. Artists come from all over the world and bring different experiences, techniques and ideas to our unique studios in the Historic Clay District. The studios are full of vibrant energy with resident ceramic artists, community education classes, workshops, and kids’ classes all combining to make this a vital working museum, education centre and studio complex. Go to www.medalta.org for info and to download the application form. Deadline for all residencies is April 15th. Contact Aaron Nelson: aaron@medalta.org

Wildflower Arts Centre, Calgary

Express yourself though the arts. Dance, paint, draw or try your hand on the potter’s wheel. Wildflower Arts Centre will help you discover your artistic talents. Wildflower Arts Centre offer programs in: clay, glass, fibre, paper, drawing, painting, and mixed media. In addition to registered visual arts programs they also offer dance and drama programs, custom programs for groups, birthday parties for kids, artist residency and school arts programs for students of all ages, and studio memberships for established artists. Location: 3363 Spruce Dr. SW, Calgary, Alberta. Phone: 403-249-3773 E-mail: WFAC@calgary.ca

Cultural Human Resources Council, Ottawa

The CHRC has released a career 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 $20 per copy plus shipping and handling charges. info@culturalhrc.ca.

Four Winds Art Glass, Edmonton

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: 780-9873593 Email: gayleis@telusplanet.net.

City Arts Centre, Edmonton

The City Arts Centre in Edmonton offers many courses in art, craft, dance, theatre, and active living throughout the year. 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 Centre in Edmonton at 780-496-6955.

Edmonton Weaver’s Guild, Edmonton

Classes in beginner and intermediate weaving and spinning are offered along with workshops on drop spindling, dyeing, felting, rag rugs, tapestry weaving, and weaving for kids too. Registration is open to anyone, but space is limited. For information call: 780425-9280, email: classes@edmontonweavers.org or check our website at www.edmontonweavers.org

MacEwan’s Centre for the Arts and Communications, Edmonton

Discover our atrium-inspired campus – host to a multitude of full-time programs in the performing, visual and communication arts. Visit us at 10045 – 156 street and discover more! We also host a number of events in our newly-renovated 363-seat John L. Haar Theatre, in addition to offering continuous part-time credit and non-credit courses. www.MacEwan.ca/creativity

Harcourt House, Edmonton

For over 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 sculpture, sculpting organic clay pots, alternative Polaroid techniques, 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.harcourthouse.ab.ca.

Native Arts & Culture Programs, Lac La Biche

Are you creative and possess an artistic flair? Come and develop your skills through the Native Artisans program at Portage College. Hands-on instruction in traditional and contemporary Aboriginal art forms. Full and part time study is available. Call for more information 780-623-5649 or visit portagecollege.ca.

OPPORTUNITIES

Calgary Warm Glass Guild

Deadline is October 31, annually

The Calgary Allied Arts Foundation (CAAF) – a non-profit foundation that encourages development of art and culture in Calgary and assists with the acquisitions of works of art for the City of Calgary and operates the St(art) 4Five residency program. Submissions are juried once a year. The submission forms can be found at www.caafonline.org

Edmonton Arts Council Public Art, Edmonton

Deadline is ongoing

The Edmonton Arts Council public art program invites artists to submit their portfolios to be kept on file for the purpose of Directed Calls. A public or private sector organization wishing to commission or purchase artwork may approach the EAC looking for recommendations of artists whose work meets that organization’s needs. A variety of artists’ portfolios are presented to the organization. This is an open-ended call; portfolio submissions will be accepted on an on-going basis. Please send portfolios to the attention of: Public Art Program, Edmonton Arts Council, 10440-108 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5H 3Z9. Contact publicart@edmontonarts.ca or 780-424-2787

Explore the Passion for Glass and take the classes you’ve always wanted to! Now taking registration for classes in Beginner and Intermediate Stained Glass, Introductory Glass Fusing and Slumping, and Dichroic Glass Pendants. Small class sizes, no extra supplies or tools to buy. Day and evening classes available, all ages. Studio rental time available as well as kiln and sandblaster rental. Tool and grinder packages available for those who wish to continue on with this rewarding hobby! For more information or to register, call 780-432-4331, or toll free 877-432-4331. Email: fourwindsartglass@yahoo.ca or surf www.fourwindsartglass. ca. Visit our newly renovated studio gallery and store located in Old Strathcona at 10050 - 81 Avenue NW Edmonton for a great selection of the newest stained glass, fusing and mosaic supplies. Bedrock Supply, Edmonton Workshops and Classes in Silversmithing Jewellery Making, Precious Metal Clay, Bead Stringing, Casting and Mold Making, Lampworking/ Glass Bead Making, Soapstone Carving and Coming Soon: Basic Lapidary and Stone Drilling. Visit www. bedrocksupply.com. Bedrock Supply is located 9435 63 Avenue Edmonton, 780-434-2040 or toll free 1-800-661-3988 / sales@ bedrocksupply.ca.

Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts, Edmonton Register for Art and Folk Art Courses held by the Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts (ACUA). Courses include: stained glass, block printing, white work, graphic art, and more. For brochure or more information contact the ACUA office 780-488-8558 or info@acuarts.ca.

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 + Design, and all interested persons are welcome. Though the focus is on glass art made using the kiln, we also discuss how other glassmaking processes and other media can be integrated into warm glass art. For more information email Jamie McDonald Gray at jmcdonaldgray@gmail.com

Edmonton & District Quilters

The Edmonton & District Quilters’ Guild (EDQG) is a non-profit organization that started in 1979 and has over 300 members. The objectives of the guild are to: promote the appreciation of fine quilts; sponsor and support quilting activities; encourage quilt making and collecting and contribute to the growth and knowledge of quilting techniques, textiles, patterns, history and quilt makers through educational meetings, travel and fellowship. A newsletter is published nine times per year. Visit: www.edqg.ca

Edmonton Needlecraft Guild

Edmonton Needlecraft Guild (ENG) encourages the practice and study of the art of embroidery in all forms. ENG membership provides the benefits of monthly meetings, bimonthly newsletters, workshops, guild library and membership in the Embroiderers’ Association of Canada, Inc (EAC). Visit: www.edmneedlecraftguild.org

ALBERTA CRAFT COUNCIL

Wing Hall Table

by Mike Lam (Edmonton)

Walnut, 54” long

Mike Lam is the designer behind Mike Lam Design Inc., an eco-friendly boutique furniture company founded in 2012. His designs express his ability to bridge and transform the different aesthetic values of east and west, creating furniture that is unique and emotionally accessible. Mike’s professional training began with a degree focusing on industrial design at the University of Alberta. The formal art and design training gave him the tools to represent his love of nature and beauty,

New Members

Breanne Avender, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery

Jan Banasch, Edmonton, Supporter

Brenda Danbrook, Opal, Clay

Linda De Bathe, Edmonton, Supporter

Diane Duncan, Calgary, Fibre, mixed media, watercolour, acrylic, paper bead

Ken Duncan, Camrose, Leather, Paper

Sharon Graham, Edmonton, Metal - Jewellery

Donna Herrick, Lacombe, Ceramic

Dawn Hunt, Canmmore, Fibre

Madison Jordheim, Calgary, Fibre

Dr. Ross Lindskoog, Edmonton, Supporter

Heather S. Martin, Edmonton, Supporter

Suan Meyers, Edmonton, Metal - Jewellery

Medalta International Artist in Residence, Medicine Hat, Organization

Brenda Raynard, Edmonton, Fibre

Juliana Rempel, Calgary, Clay

Andrea Snook, Grande Prairie,

Joe van Keulen, Strathmore, Wood

Joshua T. Wolchansky, Edmonton, Supporter

Renewing Members

Edmonton Potters’ Guild, Edmonton, Clay

Denise Ahlefeldt, Edmonton, Clay

Verna Allison, Delburne, Clay

Mindy Andrews, Calgary, Clay

Blain Askew, Grande Prairie, Wood

Robert Barclay, Spruce Grove, Clay

Pat Borecky, Trenton, Fibre

Erin Boukall, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery

Anne Brodie, Red Deer, Supporter - Series @ RDC

Wendy Bryan, Edmonton, Supporter

Aaron Nelson & Elizabeth Burritt, Medicine Hat, Clay

Dawn Candy, Red Deer, Clay

Katrina Chaytor, Calgary, Clay

INFLUX Jewellery Gallery, Calgary

Jean Connor, Edmonton, Fibre

Constance Cooper, Calgary, Clay

Robin DuPont, Winlaw, Clay

Stephen Evans & Arlene Westen-Evans, High River, Clay, Book & Fibre Arts

Sheila Fendall, Okotoks, Metal

Four Winds Art Glass, Edmonton, Glass

Janet Grabner, East Coulee, Clay

Trudy Gusse & Lisa Brunelle, Edmonton, Jewellery

Francine Hampson-Reid, Calgary, Clay, Glass, Wood

Scott Hardy, Longview, Metal

Martha Henry, Calgary, Glass - Jewellery & Objects

Jeff Holmwood, Vancouver, Glass

Rae Hunter, Tofield, Mixed Media

Jane Kidd, Salt Spring Island, Fibre

Sean Kunz, Calgary, Clay

Loretta Kyle, Bonnyville, Stone

Charles Lewton-Brain, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery & Fibre & Mixed

Wendy MacDonald, Edmonton, Supporter

Kay McCormack, Sherwood Park, Stone & Clay

Rita & John McGie, Sherwood Park, Clay

Lisa McGrath, Calgary, Clay

Bob McRae, Calgary, Metal & Wood

Gillian Mitchell, Calgary, Clay

Jim Norton, Calgary, Glass

Tara Owen, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery

Pauline Pelletier, Cap Rouge, Clay

Nathan Philips, Edmonton, Glass

Dessirrie Plewis, Sherwood Park, Supporter

Joe & Auvery Reid, Ponoka, Clay

Julia Reimer & Tyler Rock, Black Diamond, Glass

John H Robertson, Calgary, Clay

Thom Rypien & Glenn Gustafson, Spruce Grove, Mixed - glass & fibre/leather work

Henry Schlosser, Calgary, Wood

Carol & Richard Selfridge, Edmonton, Clay

Laura Sharp, Calgary, Clay

Monika Smith, Calgary, Clay

Jim Speers, Edmonton, Clay

Virginia Stephen, Edmonton, Fibre & Supporter

Margaret Sundstrom, Calgary, Clay

Do-Hee Sung, Calgary, Clay

Catherine Thomson, Victoria, Fibre

Keith Walker, Edmonton, Glass

Barbara J. West, Canmore, Fibre & Mixed Media

Susanah Windrum, Calgary, Metal & Mixed

Kari Woo, Canmore, Metal - Jewellery

Patricia Wood, Edmonton, Wood

Recent Openings:

1. Attending Artists at the July 6 reception of (L-R): Ilse

Anysas-Salkauskas and Emily Ella Rigaux

2. Barbara J. West

3. Attending Artists at the August 3 reception of and Static Bloom (L-R): Lisa McGrath, Mindy Andrews, Krisitin Anderson

Return Address:

Alberta Craft Council 10186-106 Street

Edmonton, AB T5J 1H4

5075033