Winter 2013 - Alberta Craft Magazine

CULTURE IN THE MAKING

Golden Edge

From the Executive Director

October, November and December of 2012 were particularly exciting months - exciting for what happened, and exciting for what started or expanded.

Sales of members’ work have fully recovered from the recession and are now about 8% ahead of target for the year. The 15th annual “Twas the Night” shopping party (November 30) was a record-breaking success. About 150 shoppers, members and supporters took home more than $17,000 of member’s work. Amongst the happy shoppers were Edmonton Center MLA Laurie Blakeman, Ward 8 City Councilor Ben Henderson and Minister of Culture Heather Klimchuk. Always happy to promote the arts, the Minister tweeted a shot of her-

In October, the Canadian Crafts Federation met in and other craft organizations gathered from all 13 provinces and territories. We kicked off planning for Craft Year 2015. You may recall that Craft Year 2007 was a huge success. Initially proposed by the Alberta Craft Council as a nation-wide festival of events, we hoped for 50 or 60 projects across the country. This idea exploded into more than 700 events that lasted over 2 years. So, it’s time to revive this idea and make it even more amazing for 2015!

Board chair Tara Owen, board member Kai Schole-

King Edward Arts Hub project in Calgary. The ACC is one of 8 organizations selected (through some stiff competition) as prospective tenants in this restored heritage school which will become a prominent arts incubator centre. We will report more as this develops. Visit www.transformkingedward.ca

The Artists Quarters project in Edmonton has also moved forward. This mixed-use arts complex in eastern downtown will accommodate 5 to 10 arts organizations, various types of studios and about 50 arts live-work units. ACC is an anchor/partner organization with the expectation that custom-built space can eventually replace the current location on 106 Street. (We love this place, but its falling apart.) City Council has just approved the location and budget. More news soon…

Related, Edmonton City Council voted unanimously to approve a new Zoning Bylaw Amendment. Good grief you might say. But this is exciting news for the arts sector because some of the major changes allow deliberate, legal live-work spaces for artists while also creating important opportunities for adapted or newly-built arts spaces.

The ACC’s new website (launched in June) and accompanying e-news services, Facebook and Twitter activity have been growing in use and popularity. Compliments about the website have come from all over the country. By December this activity had generated over 200 new Twitter followers (mainly customers and from as far away as the US) along with 707 Facebook fans. We also entered the world of Pinterest where images of members’ work are being shared by enthusiastic followers.

November 8 to 11, ACC hosted another Korean craft VIP tour to Edmonton and Calgary (story page 5). This time, organizers of the Hanji (paper) Festival in Wonju, South Korea visited the ACC, other culture sites and member studios. Wonju is Edmonton’s

are discussing ACC’s Pulp Paper Pages exhibition going to Wonju, an exchange of paper artists, and other future projects. The Hanji Festival attracts about 250,000 Korean and international visitors. In October the ACC announced its exhibition lineup for 2013 (page 8). With 5 Feature Gallery exhibitions, 12 Discovery Gallery exhibitions, monthly retail spotlights, the new ACC@YEG displays; exhibitions at Leighton Art Centre, Red Deer College and Art Gallery of Regina, and a rural travelling exhibition, this is the largest line-up of craft exhibitions in the country.

The Alberta Craft Council board has spent much of the summer and fall up-dating the Strategic Plan. This may not sound awfully exciting, but the plan is a thoughtful and intentional document that guides expansion over the next three years. “Expansion” is the key theme here. There is a dicey balance between what board, staff and everyone else might want from the Craft Council, and the realities of sales, funding and other revenue, board and staff time, whether we are yet out of a global recession, and ideas to expand the fame and fortune of both the Craft Council and its active members. And speaking of fame and fortune – well a bit of fame. I was thrilled to receive a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. At the November 14 event in Edmonton, co-hosted by Premier Redford and Lt. Gov. Ethell, about 20 prominent people from the arts and culture sector were honoured. So, still a bit

rare and special cohort. I want to thank all the ACC members, arts colleagues, friends who have sent congratulatory e-mails, messages, cards, etc. I don’t really think of myself of an “establishment” guy, but I gotta say, this is pretty cool!

ALBERTA CRAFT MAGAZINE

The Alberta Craft Council Magazine is published quarterly.

Submission Deadline for the Spring 2013 Issue: February 25, 2013

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Executive Director:Tom McFall, ext. 228

Administration Manager:Nancy St. Hilaire, ext. 234

Gallery Coordinators/ Membership:Joanne Hamel, ext. 221

Communications:Laura O’Connor, ext. 231

Events:Annette Aslund, ext. 221

Retail Gallery Coordinator:Linda Frena, ext. 232 Craft Shop Staff:Elaine Emerson, ext. 232

Board of Directors:

Chair:Tara Owen, Calgary

Past Chair:James Lavoie, Edmonton

Directors:Xanthe Isbister, Medicine Hat

Mary-Beth Laviolette, Canmore

Heather Forbes, Grande Prairie

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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‘Twas the Night 2012

The ACC held its 15th ‘Twas the Night fundraiser on November 30, 2012. Over 150 people enjoyed Harpe Jazz with Terry McDade.

Wonderful food was provided by Careit Urban Deli. Patrons were treated to door prizes, split ticket draws and chance discounts in the shop.

Thank you to the following members who donated items for the split ticket draws:

Linda McBain-Cuyler (Edmonton)

Tammy Parks-Legge (Stony Plain)

James Lavoie (Edmonton)

Laura McIvor (Calgary)

Darcy Gusse-Edinga (Red Deer)

Ian Johnston (Nelson, BC)

Jim Farr (Coaldale)

Janet Grabner (East Coulee)

Christina Kosceilnuk (Redwater)

Todd Safronovich (Edmonton)

Loretta Kyle (Bonnyville)

Voyager Art & Tile (Red Deer)

Thanks to the following Organizations that donated tickets:

Edmonton Symphony Orchestra

Metro Cinema

Workshop West Theatre

Edmonton Opera

Thank you to our wonderful staff and following volunteers for their hard work during the evening:

Cheryl Moody, Wendy McPeak, Will Truchon, Don St. Hilaire, James Lavoie, and Laila Aslund.

Congratulations to Tom!

Tom McFall receives the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal

Premier Alison Redford and Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Donald S. Ethell, presented Tom McFall with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal at the presentation ceremony held at the Shaw Theatre in Edmonton on November 14, 2012. The Diamond Jubilee Medal is specially designed and minted to mark the occasion of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to Throne as Queen of Canada and honour the Queen’s decades of service. The award itself is a symbol of service, excellence and community involvement. The presentation of the medals is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of community members and outstanding Albertans and Canadians who have demonstrated remarkable commitment and dedication towards numerous efforts.

On the Cover

Shona Rae, “Dragon Barbie”, 2012, 8” x 6” x 7”, Unknown predator skull, sterling silver, bear fur, constructed with cast Barbie and baby doll components, black walnut with aluminum rod stand.

Shona Rae was a professional clay sculptor for nearly a decade before a series of dreams led her to begin studying goldsmithing and the metal arts in 1994. She received her diploma in applied arts and design from the Kootney School of Arts Cooperative in 1998. Shona received her BFA with distinction in the year of 2000 from the Alberta College of Art + Design. Today Shona continues her professional studio practice, teaches part time at ACAD and is the lead singer/songwriter for Shona Rae and the VooDoo Hand.

Winter Landscape plate and coasters donated by James Lavoie

4 hours of donated studio time with Todd Safronovich

Music by Terry McDade and Harpe Jazz

Culture Minister Heather Klimchuk with her purchases

Angry Pup sculpture donated by Loretta Kyle

8th Annual Alberta Craft Awards Presented

The 2012 Alberta Craft Awards were presented at a party on November 3 at DaDe Art & Design Lab in Calgary. Thanks to Greg and Darcy for being such gracious hosts. DaDe was once again a great locale for the awards celebration. They can be found in Inglewood at 1327 – 9 Avenue SE, Calgary. www.dadegallery.com

The Alberta Craft Awards are designed to hon-

The awards not only stimulate awareness and also invigorate and give prominence to deserving artists and their work. Thanks go out to all the nominees, nominators and supporters who joined us for the celebration and the nominees who provided their work for the ACC Awards Exhibition.

The Alberta Craft Council would also like to thank the following volunteers; Mindy Andrews, Suzette Knudsen, Susan Thorpe, ACC staff and board members who helped make the evening such a special event.

The recipients are:

AWARD OF HONOUR

For a volunteer/supporter/teacher/ craftsperson who has made a Sarabeth Carnat, Calgary

AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

For an established craftsperson who excels in his/her area of craft.

John Blair, Calgary he recipients are:

AWARD OF ACHIEVEMENT

For an emerging craftsperson/student, in recognition of his/her achievement to date or potential.

Bee Kingdom, Calgary

LINDA STANIER &

FAMILY MEMORIAL AWARD

Annual endowed award celebrating the life of Linda Stanier honouring an Alberta professional craftsperson working in clay.

Jim Etzkorn, Medicine Hat

Alberta Craft Council Display at Art Market Calgary

The Alberta Craft Council filled the interior window displays at the Telus Convention Center during Art Market, November 15 - 18, 2012. These windows showcased a few of the recent recipients of the Alberta Craft Awards as well as a selection of Alberta Craft Council gallery shop artists who have booths at Art Market.

Featured artists: Bee Kingdom, Sarabeth Carnat, Darcy Gusse-Edinga, Jim Etzkorn, Gillian Hillerud, Loretta Kyle, Linda McBain Cuyler, Janet Stein, Diane Sullivan, Kari Woo and Simon Wroot.

Top: John Blair

Right: Kai George Scholefield (of Bee Kingdom), Jim Etzkorn and Sarabeth Carnat accept their awards

The Canadian Conference of the Arts to Close Doors after 67 Years

The Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA), the largest national alliance of the arts, culture and heritage sector across Canada, announces that it will begin winding down its operations immediately. Founded in 1945 by a group of eminent artists, including painters Lawren S. Harris, of the Group of Seven, and André Biéler, the CCA has the unique mandate in the Canadian cultural sector of promoting the interests of Canadian artists and of the cultural sector at large at the federal level, and of providing a national forum where issues of common interest can be discussed and pursued. The name of the CCA has been associated with all major cultural policy developments at the federal level, from the creation of the Canada Council for the Arts in 1957 to the UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions in 2005.

A year and a half ago, the CCA became aware of the Harper government’s intention to put an end to 47 years of funding. The CCA informed the Department of Canadian Heritage right from the beginning that it embraced the challenge of making the do so, it would require a minimum of two years of transitional funding to implement a new business model. The CCA held a series of nation-wide public and private consultations, received unequivocal support for the relevance of its mandate and developed a comprehensive and ambitious 2012–2017 Business Plan. However, in mid-April, the CCA was informed that the government had limited its assistance to six months of funding, clearly an enormous hurdle for the organization to overcome. Despite considerable efforts and early positive results, the Board of Governors of the CCA has come to the conclusion that it is impossible to achieve the objectives of the new business model in less than

two years. The Board considers that it would be irresponsible to risk the money generously offered to the CCA so far: it has therefore decided to cease operations immediately and to put the organization in a state of suspension, in the hope that in the not too distant future others will pick up the torch and re-launch this unique instrument for the good of the Canadian cultural sector.

CCA Chair Kathleen Sharpe states, “The CCA leaves a proud legacy. I would like to congratulate the Board and staff for their rigorous and aggressive approach to implement and sustain a new business model. Despite our best efforts, transitional support of six months was not enough and we have simply run out of time to develop new revenue streams. But we depart knowing we planned well for such an outcome.” National Director Alain Pineau adds, “The past seven years have been the most challenging and exciting ones of my professional life. This was not the way I was hoping to end my time with the CCA, but I leave knowing that all of us at the Secretariat have given everything we had to make this transition a success. I can only hope that someone else will pick up the challenge. The Canadian cultural sector needs and deserves a CCA if it is to be effective and thrive.”

The CCA will be leaving behind a legacy of research, archives and projects. A message to members on the closure, from both Alain Pineau and Kathleen Sharpe, is available on the CCA’s website at www.ccarts.ca. ACC’s Tom McFall was a CCA board member and membership committee chair.

2013 GAAC Conference - Beyond Boundaries

May 23-26, 2013, ACAD, Calgary, Alberta

Early Bird Registration Deadline: April 1, 2013

Come celebrate 30 years of the Glass Art Association of Canada next year in Calgary at the Alberta College of Art + Design where we are pleased to host the most exciting conference in GAAC history.

The theme this year... Innovation! We can’t wait to share this experience with you.

Events include: Opening keynote speaker Mieke Groot, Closing keynote speaker Norman Faulkner; presentation and demo by Tyler Rock; demo by Bee Kingdom; and a workshop by Catharine Newell. For a full list of presentations, demos and workshops visit www.glasscanada.ca

Schedule:

Thursday May 23: Calgary and Area Organized Studio Tours, Members Exhibition Opening and Presidents Reception followed by an event at Bee Kingdom.

Off Centre: Clay Symposium May 10-12, 2013, ACAD Calgary, Alberta

The Alberta Potters Association and Calgary Clay Arts Association are presenting the Off Centre Ceramics Conference in Calgary at ACAD in Calgary. In addition, there will be a juried show, (open only to APA members), at Webster Galleries, Calgary. (To enter contact conniec@albertapottersassociation. com by March 1, 2013.)

The conference will begin on Friday, May 10 with a day of workshops at the ACAD ceramics studio. The workshops are designed for the clay artist to work with clay artists at the height of their careers offering boundary-pushing insights and the latest techniques and technology. On Saturday, May 11, there will be a series of speakers and a panel discussion. The speakers will be talking about a variety of engaging and challenging topics that relate to the clay arts and the art world and are open to all artists or art supporters.

Steve Grimmer will be both a workshop presenter and speaker. “I’ll talk about my background in and use of mathematics, along with design, Islamic tile, and architecture for the pots I make. I’ll also talk about using 3D modelling and rapid prototyping in my studio practice,” states Grimmer. Stephen Grimmer holds degrees from University of Iowa (B.Sci. Mathematics), Kansas City Art Institute (B.F.A. Ceramics), and University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth (M.F.A. Ceramics, Honors Thesis), and has held positions at universities in Ohio, Illinois, and now at the University of Manitoba.

Dawn Detarando and Brian McArthur (Voyager Art & Tile, Red Deer) will also be giving a talk on A Business & Integrated Art Practice. And the Alberta Craft Council will be hosting a “how to get serious about my clay career” session.

For more information visit albertapottersassociation.com or contact Monika Smith at smithpr1@ telus.net

Friday May 24: All Day Demo’s and Lectures, Gallery Hop and ACAD Visiting Artist Retrospective Opening

Saturday May 25: All Day Demo’s and Lectures, GAAC Glass Fashion Show: Maison de Verre Couture (GAAC is currently seeking local and international designers that showcase glass couture; the Glass Art Association of Canada is now accepting submissions until January 15, 2013. Please visit www.glassartcanada.ca view the call for submissions.

Sunday May 26: Annual General Meeting

For info or to register visit: www.glassartcanada.ca/ public/page/2013%20GAAC%20Conference

Bottle by Steve Grimmer Soda fired, 10”x 4” x 4” This bottle is designed on a computer, printed in ABS plastic with a rapid prototype machine, and then cast in a mould made from the plastic original.

SERIES 2013 – Summer Arts School at Red Deer College

Previous generations crafted out of necessity using local materials on hand to create articles for their homes. Traditional methods and materials using contemporary ideas for the modern world have made what’s old new again. Working closely with the Alberta Craft Council, Red Deer College has developed for its summer Series program, workshops

crafts. In addition to the usual mix of workshops such as drawing, painting, sculpture, jewellery and metal arts, glassblowing, bead making, photography, printmaking and ceramics will be:

indigenous materials

For those wanting to think outside the box, this summer’s program has some unique workshops such as puppetry, leather masks

with Brian Brett. RDC didn’t need to look any

excellent instructors and practising artists. Whether you want to link with your past or develop a home based business for the future, Series 2013 will be the stepping stone you need. Featured instructors at Series 2013 who are Alberta Craft Council members include:

Linda McBain-Cuyler – interprets the rich

Jim Etzkorn – winner of the 2012 Linda Stanier & Family Memorial Award

Crys Harse – works mostly in metal but trained as a traditional basket maker in England.

Linda Chow – popular jeweller and regular instructor at Series

– feltmaker with a particular interest in Shibori techniques

JoAnna Lange – now residing in Edmonton,

Rachelle LeBlanc – exhibits and lectures throughout North America on pushing the limits of traditional rug hooking

Julia Reimer –glass artist recently returned from Australia to the studio she shares with Tyler Rock in Black Diamond

Joan Irvin – interdisciplinary artist, educator, writer and curator

Dean Tatum Reeves – maintains a year round art practise exploring natural areas

Darren Petersen – Red Deer glass artist with a particular interest in Venetian techniques

Darcy Gusse-Edinga - her silk work is recognized internationally and has been featured by the Smithsonian

Jeff Holmwood - glass artist who exhibits nationally and internationally and his work is included in the Alberta Foundation for the Arts permanent collection

What else?

* Tuition scholarships are available

* Open model sessions

* Instructor presentations

* Social gatherings

Brochure and online information available in January. For further information or a brochure contact www.rdc.ab.ca/series - 403-356-4900 – or continuingeducation@rdc.ab.ca

Crys Harse with her baskets

The Picnic by Rachelle LeBlanc Hooked rug

White Rabbit by Joan Irvin, Silver

Miss Round-heels by JoAnna Lange, Ceramic Sculpture

Alberta Craft Council explores another Korean venture

Late November the ACC hosted a VIP visit by coordinators of the Hanji Paper Festival in Wonju, South Korea. Wonju is formally twinned with Edmonton and Gangwon province has a similar arrangement with Alberta. Wonju is the ancient centre of mulberry paper making in Korea and a modern centre for the hi-tech paper industry. The city of about 300,000 hosts a giant annual paper making festival that attracts a quarter million visitors. The ACC’s Pulp Paper Pages exhibition (with the northern and southern Alberta chapters of Canadian Bookbinders and Book Arts Guild) has attracted the attention of the Festival organizers. Hosted by the Edmonton

discussing ideas for the exhibition to go to Wonju and for a group of paper artists from Alberta to participate in the 2013 Festival. Tour plans and funding are being pursued. The South Korean guests spent a half day at the ACC and viewed a special miniexhibition of Wonju paperwork, visited half a dozen paper studios, and were treated to a traditional prairie supper at McFall Ranch. In

addition they visited museums and galleries Edmonton, Calgary and Banff. www.pulp-paper-pages.com

Google Wonju Hanji Festival for website and videos.

By

Top right: Wedding Gift Boxes

By Jo EunSeon

ACC now on Pinterest by Laura O’Connor

Online promotion of artwork is often relegated to the end of many busy artists’ to-do lists. With only a limited amount of time the seemingly unending list of virtual social sharing websites like Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Pinterest, Flickr, etc. (etc. being the abbreviation of the Latin term et cetera and not a new networking site…at least not yet) can seem overwhelming. I recently attended a workshop on ‘Pinterest for could be for the Alberta Craft Council and its members. Workshop instructor Marilyn Jones

of Pinterest’s top four categories and as one of the fastest-growing social networking sites it could mean accessing a wide international audience. Pinterest is a pinboard-style photo sharing website that allows users to create and manage theme-based image collections such as events, interests, hobbies, and more. Users can browse other pinboards for inspiration, ‘re-pin’ images to their own collections or ‘like’ photos. While sites like Facebook and Twitter offer the advantage of fostering ongoing conversations between artist and customer, Pinterest focuses on getting images shared quickly, easily and most important repeatedly.

by Jamie Gray

This workshop reinforced my belief that it’s worthwhile for artists to take advantage of free social networking sites like Pinterest to raise their online presence. If linked properly each time a person on Pinterest clicks on your image it will lead them back to your website. This increases your website or blogs search engine optimization (SEO) and raises your rank on search engines such as Google, making it easier

is beautiful – share it!

Pinterest at http://pinterest.com/albertacraft/

Pinterest pointers:

Test Drive

Before you create your own account visit other craft related pages and see how they organize images, title boards, and describe pieces. A little research and planning can help save time and frustration later. For tips on how to get started visit http://bloggingwithamy.com/ pinterest-tips/#traffic.

Keywords

You have 500 characters to describe a pinned image. Use these characters to credit the artist, the title of the piece (if applicable), and to describe the media and process. If you have any characters left use searchable keywords like fine-craft or handmade.

Offer more than just self-promotion

To attract more attention it’s recommended that an individual’s pinboards should be more than just their own work. This variety can come from pinning craft related articles, how to videos, artwork that inspires you, and promoting other participating artists at one of your upcoming craft sales or exhibitions.

Credit the source of each photo

Whether you are pinning an image of your own or another fellow artists make sure that your pin links back to the creator’s website or blog. To make this easier Pinterest created an installable “Pin It” button for your bookmarks toolbar http://pinterest.com/about/goodies/. This button works by automatically sourcing the website for you. By ensuring that you link for the original source each time you’ll stay within Pinterest’s copyright guidelines. For more information on Pinterest’s terms of service, privacy policy, copyright and trademark information visit http:// pinterest.com/about/copyright/.

Farmer Jim’s Bad Dream, Fused and cast glass

Above: Friends

Jeo JuYeon 32 cm x 10 cm x 27 cm

49 cm x 31 cm x 23 cm

Right: Mr. Seo Kwang-ho, Mrs. Kim Yang-Jin, Ms. Jeong Eun-Suk with Tom McFall

Feature Gallery

Golden Edge

January 12 – March 30, 2013

Opening Reception: 2 - 4 pm, Saturday, January 12

Golden Edge will also be presented at Red Deer College for SERIES from July 8 – August 16, 2013.

In recent years the Alberta Craft Council has emphasized the work of emerging fine craft artists in Feature Gallery exhibitions such as generation whY and SHIFT Golden Edge moves this focus from emerging artists to those who, through years of experience, continue to push the edge of their creativity. Golden Edge investigates the ongoing motivations of 16 craft artists who have devoted decades to their respective disciplines.

As part of the application for this exhibition we asked artists “what keeps you on the leading edge?” The majority of responses pointed to the persistent desire to push the boundaries of technique and medium. Jackie Anderson replied “The exploration of concept, line, colour and materials has taken and continues to take my work to new territories.” Similarly, Patricia Hartnagel feels that after almost 30 years of working with raku, she is as intrigued by the process as the day she started.

Others emphasize the underlying need to push themselves as artists. For example Karen Cantine’s response to the question was “The ‘edge’ that interests me is always my next finished piece which I hope represents continued growth and understanding as an artist.” While Crys Harse believes it’s the ‘what-ifs’ that drive her forward. “My innate curiosity drives my work to evolve and advance; one development leads to another”.

Jim Etzkorn and Susan Kristoferson attribute part of their continued growth to the influence of their artistic communities. Jim identifies his move to Medicine Hat and working with other artists at Medalta as a catalyst that has taken his work to a new level. While Susan feels that working out the details of how and what to teach not only inspires her personal artwork but “keeps my brain working and on the golden edge”.

For some artists the passage of time is not incidental, but rather a necessary component to their work. Shona Rae comments “sometimes I may wait for decades to see a concept come to fruition but in the meantime it will be influenced by everything that came before it in my personal life, studio practice and the news or events of the world at large”. No matter the response to the question, Golden Edge showcases established fine craft artists whose passion and dedication has stood the test of time.

Left Page (top to bottom):

Dana Roman, Nature #125, 2012, 60” x 38” canvas size, 45” x 24” image size, silk was painted with silk paints and dyes, sewn on canvas.

Carol & Richard Selfridge, Blue Stripe Plate, 24” in diameter, wood fired.

This Page (clockwise):

Crys Harse, Foliage by Three: Cottonwood, Oak, and Beech. 2012. “

Cottonwood” 23 x 16.5 x 6.5 cm; “Oak” 27 x 16 x 8 cm; “Beech” 22.5 x 10 x 8 cm. Pierced, textured, formed rescued copper. Heattreated patina using acetylene torch.

Brenda Malkinson , November Fourteenth/2012, 10 x 7 inches. Colour woodblock print, vitrified enamels on glass.

Ruby Serben, Vessel – Various Shinos, 2010, 15 x 8 x 4 inches. Various shino glazes

Participating Artists

Jackie Anderson

Ilse AnysasSalkauskas

Karen Cantine

Sarabeth Carnat

Jim Etzkorn

Crys Harse

Patricia Hartnagel

Susan Kristoferson

Brenda Malkinson

Liv Pedersen

Shona Rae

Dana Roman

Ruby Serben

Carol & Richard Selfridge

Catherine Thomson

2013 ACC Exhibition Line-up

Feature Gallery

January 12 – March 30

Reception: January 12, 2-4 pm

Golden Edge senior Alberta Craft Council members who push the edges of their creativity and craft disciplines.

April 6 – July 2

Reception: April 6, 2-4 pm

Barbara Tipton

using a cup as the starting pint, this new ceramic work explores sculptural variations and active surfaces of the form.

Bee Kingdom an exhibition that encapsulates both the individual and collaborative work by Calgary glass collective Bee Kingdom.

July 6 – September 28

Reception: July 6, 2-4 pm

Hanging by a Thread a exhibition using textiles to explore the relationships among multiple generations of women.

October 5 – December 24

Reception: October 5, 2-4 pm

Potworks

the contemporary state of the ancient tradition of pottery.

Discovery Gallery

January 12 – February 16

Reception: January 12, 2-4 pm

Earthly Elements

celebrating Charles Lewton-Brain’s

2012 Saidye Bronfman Award for Excellence in Fine Craft and Les Manning’s recent appointment to the Order of Canada.

February 23 – March 23

Reception: February 23, 2-4 pm

The Recipients

2012 Alberta Craft Award Recipients.

March 30 – May 4

Reception: March 30, 2-4 pm

Urban Wild

Calgary Clay Arts Association investigates the idea of “wild” within an urban environment.

May 11 – June 15

Reception: May 11, 2-4 pm

Neighbourhood Icons

a chronicle of sculpted characters from the community of Edmonton ceramic sculptor Ritchie Velthuis. Ukuleles

an exhibition of handcrafted ukuleles by Edmonton artist Andy Brooks.

June 20 – July 27

Reception: June 20, 2-4 pm

Coming Up Next

an exhibition of contemporary fine craft by emerging artists.

August 3 – September 7

Reception: August 11, 2-4 pm

Tails from a Rejuvenated Forest an installation exploring the drive of nature by Calgary ceramic artists Lisa McGrath and Mindy Andrews. Static Bloom

a showcase of botanical polymer clay wall art by emerging St. Albert artist Kristen Anderson.

September 14 – October 19

Reception: September 14, 2-4 pm

The Others

an exhibition of mythical creatures by Medicine Hat ceramic sculptor Dale Lerner.

FROM:Correspondence TO: TXT Edmonton collage artist Anita Narwrocki offers her perspective on the state of written communication.

October 26 – November 30

Reception: November 2, 2-4 pm

Fairy-tales, Folktales and Mythcommunications... Part II

Calgary jewellery and metal artist Shona Rae returns the fairy-tale back to the realm of adults with her sculpted wearable art pieces. Illusions, Revelations, Transformations

a journey in seven stages by Edmonton fibre artist Diane Krys.

Discovery Gallery

Earthly Elements:

Celebrating Charles Lewton-Brain’s Saidye Bronfman Award for Excellence in Fine Craft and Les Manning’s appointment to the Order of Canada.

January 12 – February 16, 2013

Opening Reception: 2 - 4 pm, Saturday, January 12

achievements by Canadian artists as well as outstanding contributions through voluntarism, philanthropy, broad governance, community outreach or professional activities. This

to be presented to an Albertan craft 25 years that a jeweller has received this award.

of a body of work that spans four decades and for his contributions to the promotion of ceramics, as an artist, teacher and arts advocate.

Earthly Elements celebrates two outstanding Alberta Craft Council members in recognition of receiving prominent national awards for their contributions, commitment, and

Metal artist Charles Lewton-Brain received the prestigious Saidye Bronfman Award in 2012 for his

and outside the studio. Ceramic artist Les Manning was named a

Member of the Order of Canada in recognition of his work and extraordinary commitment to the ceramics community.

The Saidye Bronfman Award for Excellence in Fine Craft is a national award that recognizes excellence innor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts administered by the Canada Council for the Arts recognizing distinguished career

Tracks B669, from the Cage Series by Charles Lewton-Brain

Welded stainless steel wire, acid copper electroforming, garnets, pearl, burnishing, 24K gold electroforming

Charles, an active ACC member since 1987, has trained, studied and worked in Germany, Canada and the United States. Charles has been a teacher at the Alberta College of Art + Design since 1986, and has written extensively on goldsmithing techniques, safety and studio photography. He has served on the boards of the Canadian Conference for the Arts, the Canadian Crafts Federation (president for two years and on the board for six), and the Alberta Craft Council (board member for four years).

His work is concerned with process, beauty, function and the tensions between nature and structure. Using a ‘printmaking’ approach to working metal, it is completed in separate steps, in groups and layers, building well-known for the development of an innovative technique which allows rapid development of three dimensional surfaces and structures using simple equipment, called ‘foldforming’.

In 2012, Les Manning was named to the Order of Canada in recognition

Les Manning –

as Director of the Ceramics Studio at the Banff Centre, Les engaged with many arts organization. These activities took him on projects and recruiting efforts to 46 different countries. At home he was instrumental in the creation of the Canadian Craft Council and served as its was also one of the founders of the Alberta Craft Council and served as Vice-President for two years and then President from 1986 – 1988. After Banff and six years in Ontario, Les moved to Medicine Hat in 2001 to assist with the expansion of the Medalta International Artists in Residence Program. He donated eight years of this time and was instrumental in the design of the new artist residency facilities.

The work that Les creates is very personal and focuses on the interpretation of the Canadian Rocky Mountain landscape where he lived thrown laminated and altered forms capture the abstract qualities of this sculptural environment. Since moving back to the prairies he has changed his technique to hand building and is working with much more colour. His work is exhibited and collected in Asia, Europe, United States, Australia, and Canada.

Boat & Anvil

By

Composed of a course stoneware with Perilite and Crushed Granite (feldspar) and black stain

Discovery Gallery

The Recipients – 2012 Alberta Craft Awards

February 23 – March 23, 2013

Opening Reception: 2 - 4 pm, Saturday, February 23

The Alberta Craft Council is pleased to present the recipients of the 8th annual Alberta Craft Awards. This exhibition showcases a variety of materials and techniques featuring ceramics by Jim Etzkorn, jewellery and metalwork by Sarabeth Carnat and John Blair and glass by Bee Kingdom.

By Jim Etzkorn

Linda Stanier & Family Memorial Award

This annual endowed award celebrates the life of Linda Stanier and honours excellence in ceramics.

Jim Etzkorn, Medicine Hat

Jim Etzkorn has been a practicing potter, educator and mentor in Alberta for over thirty years. He was born in Edmonton, graduated from ACAD, and has had studios in Canmore, Calgary and now Medicine Hat. Jim furthered his knowledge of ceramics by attending residencies at the Banff Center, the Archie Bray Center in Helena, Montana, and I.W.C.A.T in Tokoname, Japan. During his career he has had several solo exhibitions, and participated in numerous invitational and group juried shows. Jim has had his work published in a variety of books on ceramics, including ‘500 Vases’ and ‘Making Marks’ and is included in numerous collections including the IWCAT Collection, Tokonami, Japan, Medalta National Historic Site Permanent Collection, and the National Palace Museum Collection, Taipei, Taiwan.

Award of Honour

For a volunteer/supporter/teacher/

culture.

Sarabeth Carnat, Calgary

Sarabeth Carnat’s forty-two year

metals includes thirty-plus years of teaching and committed contribution at ACAD. A combination of her

and her appreciation and commitment to personal development are the major reasons she teaches. She has a private practice in one-of-akind, production and conceptual jewellery, metal painting, and anodized aluminum objects. Sarabeth likes to explore extreme ranges of scale in her work. Sarabeth’s work addresses beauty, comfort and relationships. She has received both national and international recognition for her work and is included in numerous private and public collections including the Alberta Foundation for the Arts.

Award of Excellence

For an established craftsperson who excels in his/her area of craft.

John Blair, Calgary

A studio practitioner, John has worked over more than three decades in custom designed jewellery, gallery and exhibition art intricate designs that he painstakingly carves, casts, and solders, are ornamentation. His work has been included in numerous exhibitions across Canada including Magnus Opus: Metal Arts Guild 1992 juried travelling exhibition and All About Alberta in 2006/2008 that went from Washington to South Korea with many stops in between. His work has been featured in Lark Books ‘500 Metal Vessels’ and ‘500 Earrings’ by Nicolas Estrada in Barcelona, Spain. He received an ACAD Distinguished Alumni Award of Excellence in 2002.

Handblown glass, 7

“Beacons are collaborative pieces where each bee contributes to a single designthey are made from dreams and star dust.”

Award of Achievement

For an emerging craftsperson/student, in recognition of his/her achievement to date or potential.

Bee Kingdom, Calgary

Bee Kingdom is a four-member artist collective working primarily in sculptural glass. It is made up of Ryan Marsh Fairweather, Tim Belliveau, Phillip Bandura, and most members graduated from ACAD in 2005 to pursue an artistic career and lifestyle, based on experimentation and collaboration. Their visual vocabulary contains references to low-brow, high art, tag art and cute culture, while conceptually there are nods to political satire, mythology, eastern philosophy, and theoretical apocalypse. Bee Kingdom received the 2010 Lieutenant Governor’s Award of Achievement for Emerging Artists and have been featured in Studio Magazine and were one of the Top 40 Under 40 in Calgary’s Avenue magazine.

Vase

porcelain with a crystaline glaze fired at cone 6 in an electric kiln

Red Hot Earrings

By Sarabeth Carnat 24 & 18 K gold, cherry opals, rubies, garnets

Queen Bee Earrings, 2011 By John Blair

Hand fabricated, cast sterling silver, citrine, cognac quartz, 7.8 cm x 1.6 cm

Beacons

By Bee Kingdom

“ x 7” x 20”

Photo by: John Dean

Photo: Erin Wallace

January

New Gallery Shop Artists

The ACC Advisory Committee has had a busy year in 2012, providing professional feedback to artists regarding their craft product and business. As a result of the Committee’s valued recommendations, the ACC is pleased to welcome eight Alberta consignment artists to the Craft Gallery Shop. We wish them every success! All of our new consignments artists will be featured in the January Artist Spotlight.

Edmonton artist, Andy Brooks studied technical drawing, graphic arts, and holds a teaching degree from the University of Alberta. Andy is essentially a self-taught craftsman, making vessels with a mixture of Alabaster and wood.

Martina Heisse-Ehle learned the art of knitting and crocheting from her grandmother in Germany. In 2007, she moved to Canada, settling in Edmonton in 2010. Today, Martina continues her handcraft through the creation of knitted and crocheted socks, children’s clothing, and ornaments.

Both an engineer and woodworker, Edmonton artist Chris Kubash creates hand-crafted wood furniture combining elements of architecture and sculpture. Chris’ boxes feature veneers and edgings made from a variety of wood exotic and local woods.

Sherwood Park artist, Wendy McPeak has worked as a glass artist and kiln technician, creating architectural kiln formed panels, tiles and glass sinks. Today, Wendy’s work is inspired by the qualities of the glass itself, and explores the colours and

Shop Talk

textures of the Alberta landscape.

at McGill University, Calgary wood workers, Talar and Jean-Claude Prefontaine have enjoyed working together. Making furniture became the ideal choice as they could combine Jean-Claude’s ability in woodworking and Talar’s passion for drawing and design.

Todd Safronovich was born and raised in Edmonton and studied glass at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario. Following graduation Todd returned to Edmonton and opened Urban Carrot Hotglass Studio. For Todd, glass provides the ideal medium with which he can explore texture, opacity and transparency all at the same time.

Susan Thorpe’s sculptures are made of a blend of porcelain and blend is sculpted into animal forms often with comical, exaggerated gestures. “I have been joyfully obsessed with glaze and surface experimentation...and enjoy working with glaze chemicals, measuring, mixing and to the extreme”.

Claire Louise Uhlick grew up near Edmonton, receiving her BFA in 2009 from the University of Alberta with a major in painting. Claire works with a wide range of mediums including acrylic and oil paint, clay, parchment and paper. Her work with paper and parchment varies from large-scale installations, to a series of folded and woven jewellery.

By Linda Frena

February

Alain Favre (Red Deer) – pottery

Since Alain moved to Alberta in 1979 he has created a following for his unique, functional stoneware made of Alberta clay. For the past 30 years we have invited Alain’s work into our homes using them to display our culinary feats. Now we must say goodbye as Alain moves on to new adventures in another part of the globe. We will

our window, be sure to come by to complete your collection.

March

Keith Walker (Edmonton) – glass

Keith began his glass career when he started with Jeff Holmwood’s hot glass studio in 2001. Since then Keith has opened his own studio “Blow in the Dark Glassworks” where he creates his fantastic pieces. This March we will have colourful sculptural work. This bright display is just what we need for those grey dreary days and will bring a little cheer into your home.

Rose Hip Box by Talar and Jean-Claude Prefontaine

Bison Platter by Alain Favre, stoneware Speeder Series Vase by Keith Walker, handblown glass

Bowl by Todd Safronovich

Studio Talk

Tax Tips for Craft Artists

By Annette Aslund

Tax season is such a stressful time of year. Just thinking about the minefield of tax jargon, GST, deductibles and capital asset depreciation makes me want to reach for the Advil. I was lucky to sit in on a recent Canada Revenue Agency Tax Session, hosted by the Edmonton Arts Council, making this tax season seem a little less scary. Here are some tips that I found most useful.

Am I self-employed?

When determining self-employment versus hobby activity you must evalu-

Revenue Agency that you are carrying on a business and therefore most income is taxable and expenses that have been incurred to earn that income are deductible from that income. Some of the criteria that will be considinclude: amount of time devoted to artistic endeavor, extent to which work is presented to the public, amount of time devoted to promoting and marketing, etc. Self-employment income is reported on an accrual basis meanregardless of when you actually received payment and you will need to them in that period or not.

Have you deducted all eligible expenses?

Some examples of expenses that are tax deductible are: cost of repairs to equipment, legal and accounting fees, union dues and professional memberships (including your ACC membership), an agent’s commission, remuneration paid to an assistant, publicity expenses, etc. You are also able to deduct a portion of a home phone listed as a business phone, amortization of capital expenses such as equipment and costs to maintain that part of the artist’s residence used for professional purposes (this is typically determined by pro-rating the total costs incurred to maintain the residence over the percentage of the home area that is used to conduct business). Remember that you may be able to carry forward unused expenses to the next year.

Should I be registered for GST?

Once your gross revenue from self-employment exceeds $30,000 in four you must register for GST. If you have multiple business ventures (i.e. you sell a pottery line as well as teach your own classes) income from all these are added together to determine if your income exceeds $30,000. Generally Your GST return is due by June 15, however you still have to pay your net GST owing by April 30 to avoid penalties and interest. Once your net tax for not paying these instalments are very punitive. Knowing the basics of when it comes to charging GST and GST credits but you can call the CRA question to include with your records. For information on GST get a copy of the RC4022 General Information for GST/HST Registrants booklet on the CRA website.

Are you keeping good records?

Keeping good records helps to prove when, who and how much income you received. When you earn income from many different types of work, good records help you identify the source of the income and may enable you to prove that some income is not from your business, or that it is not taxable. Having that piece of paper, even if it is written on a scrape and signed will remind you of expenses you can deduct when it is time to do your return. Good records will keep you better informed about the past

Backing up your income and expenses with a paper trail is extremely important and should be kept for six years to support your claims in case you are selected for review.

The Income Tax Act for Visual Artists and Writers (IT-504R2), do you have it?

This eight page document contains invaluable information on income, inventory and expenses. I suggest getting your hands on this tax act to use as reference come tax season and for use in your business practice which can be found on the CRA website at www.cra-arc.gc.ca

Do I need an accountant?

When you are self-employed hiring a Public Accounting Firm (PAF) can be

of Alberta website or the Canadian Bookkeepers Association website. We all have to deal with taxes but keeping yourself up-to-date can help avoid any future problems. Just remember that the CRA can be called individuals can call 1-800-959-5525.

KUDOS

Visitors from Mars? No, but Malcolm Macfadyen (Vancouver) would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to his hand sculpted Friendlialiens. They will be on view at the Tittot Glass Museum, Taipei, Taiwan, from October 18, 2012 - April 18, 2013, as part of his 53 piece solo show Foreign Objects.

Scott Hardy (Longview) was one of the participating artists in this year’s Traditional Cowboy Arts (TCAA) exhibition and sale held at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. More pieces can be viewed by going to www.tcowboyarts.com.

http://www.nationalcowboymuseum.org/events/tcaa/onlinecatalog/ Artists.aspx

Glass Sculpture Installed at EEHC: East Edmonton Health Centre, Edmonton

With generous support from the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (project grant), two artists from the Nina Haggerty Collective had the experience of a lifetime, working weekly at Blow in the Dark Glassworks hot glass studio alongside professional glass artist Keith Walker and Nina’s Artistic Director Paul Freeman. Over the course of several months they gained a practical understanding of how to design, execute and embel-

Initially expected to produce a single exhibition, the project took on a new prominence when the opportunity arose to create a permanent public art piece for the new East Edmonton Health Centre. Already commissioned by Alberta Health Services to create a 3D seascape themed mural for a children’s waiting area, project artists took on the challenge of creatsea grasses. The result is a stunning glass chandelier-style installation now installed in the entry to the new East Edmonton Health Centre.

In the News

New Website: Canadian Studio Ceramics, 1900 to the Present Request for Information and Assistance in the development of a “one-stop” website focused on Canadian studio pottery. Individuals, organizations and institutions are invited to participate in providing content for the site.

The site will have the following four objectives:

of studio ceramics from around 1900 to the present: artists, aesthetics, styles, schools, organizations, collectors.

collectors and educators to share information and knowledge. many branches of the Canadian ceramic world.

for the sharing of historical ceramic information.

I am interested in archival, historical, anecdotal, pictorial, and biographical data, information and sources. Intellectual property rights will of course be respected.

For those interested please contact Barry Morrison at barrymorrison9@ gmail.com. or http://ca.linkedin. com/in/barryemorrison

Zoning Bylaw Announcement

Artist uses are now an integral part of the Edmonton zoning bylaw. On September 10, 2012, after three years of work between Arts Habitat Edmonton, the City of Edmonton Sustainable Development, the Edmonton Arts Council and the arts community, The Art of Living Recommendation #2 – Review of Bylaws and City Regulations was unanimously passed by City Council. The City report shows how

have also been reworded to be future-looking, anticipating as yet unknown disciplines, and replacing -

name the arts. This is great news! It means that when you go to apply for a development permit, the attending technician won’t tell you your use the time!)

Aboriginal Cultural Arts Focus at Blue Lake Centre

From an invigorating morning run through woodland trails, to a sunset canoe paddle guided by the beat of traditional drums, the spirit of adventure and renewal awaits you at Blue Lake Centre!

Refreshed by this pristine and tranquil setting, the new year brings social enterprise and communitybased initiatives for the Aboriginal Arts Council of Alberta, and welcomes Sharon and Camille Kootenay on board as managing directors. With extensive backgrounds in arts administration, instructional design,

coaching, both Sharon and Cam have encouraged the diverse talents of youth from across Alberta. Sharon is an active member of the Alberta Craft Council, having curated the Nimama exhibition of aboriginal crafts and coordinated the extensive acquisition of native craft arts for the Lois Hole Hospital. She and Cam have modeled some of their innovated plans for the Aboriginal Arts Council on the Alberta Craft Council.

Winter Kapesiwin:

Cultural Arts Program

The Kapesiwin 2012-13 Programs

and participatory. Designed to incorporate Aboriginal values and traditional practices, our activities promote cultural awareness, develop leadership skills, and provide opportunities for youth and families to explore and learn more about FNMI cultures and customs. This season’s cultural programming offers a series of traditional and contemporary arts and recreational activities:

Workshop

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Box 6700, 52125 Highway 40 North, William Switzer Provincial Park, Hinton, AB

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In the News

I recently spent six weeks in the French Riviera. That in itself is enough to turn many folks a little green, but this experience was made more exceptional by the fact that I was part of an artist in residence program while there. AIR Vallauris, located in the old city in Vallauris, was my workspace and home for much of September and October 2012. Picasso spent time working in clay in this city and his presence is evident throughout.

Murals displaying aspects of his life in Vallauris adorn walls and a major museum is dedicated to his works. Cities like Antibes and Cannes are home to many of his works and attest to the plethora of work created by this icon of historical art.

There were three of us in this residency; Marcia Selsor and Susan Schultz from the U.S. A. shared a house and studio with me and we became close friends. Each day started in the kitchen. We were joined by Dale Dorosh, the Director, for a cup of coffee before setting off for the studio. The studio was a short walk uphill from our temporary home. The challenges were immense. I chose to make teapots in porcelain that

were built out of a black clay that is unique to France and a very exciting addition to my work, creating high contrasts and enhancing the aesthetic I was attempting to establish. The studio itself offered limited equipment and presented many technical challenges.

When applying for this residency, my proposal suggested that I would build teapots, something I had never done. I was well aware that I would need to do a lot of research and practice in advance. This challenge directed my work for 2 years prior to the residency and gave me a new focus. My aim in Vallauris was to incorporate some images from Sevres porcelain into my work and to make the work speak of place, while still maintaining my own aesthetic. The pressure of working in new materials and a somewhat primitive environment were high, mainly because of the exhibition that was a part of the program.

travel throughout southern France and visit a number of museums containing works by major historical artists. The museums were awe inspiring. The landscape of the surrounding towns and cities was rich with history and wonderful architecture. The weather was perfect and the bus and train systems were reasonable in price and easy to access. The food was amazing. Breakfast included a fresh loaf of bread and some delicious cheeses. Mussels (moules) were available at many restaurants and were made with various sauces. They were heaped in large buckets, almost impossible to consume in one sitting. The variety of seafood was wonderful. The restaurants throughout southern France were exceptional. The daily market provided delicious fruits, vegetables and on

know the baker, the vegetable vendor and the old man walking his dog past our studio several times a day, gave me a feeling of belonging. Our exhibition went very well and the opening was well attended. The unknown environment with materials that are challenging and conclude with a positive outcome is a source of pride. The chance to share these experiences with other artists is for me the most important aspect of this event; sharing the fears and frustrations as well as the successes and joys creates an understanding of one another, and sharing ideas and knowledge enhances the work and the event. I am really fortunate to have spent time working in Vallauris.

John

A. Fleming & Michael J. Rowan, James A. Chambers, Photographer

“A daring and beautifully articulated re-examination of Canada’s material heritage with close to 500 eye-catching images.” – Dr. Robert Klymasz, curator emeritus, Canadian Museum of Civilization

John Fleming, Michael Rowan, and James Chambers have made use of their extensive networks, word of mouth, and even fortuitous accidents to discover and record well over 425 distinctive examples of Canadian folk art. They have organized manifestations and its “aesthetic of the everyday.” Canada’s material heritage is told through paintings and carvings, boxes and game boards, quilts and rugs, tables and trade signs—to mention a few. Readers will gain an intense appreciation of the understated particulars of Canada’s history and evolving cultural identity. Canadianists, historians, curators, collectors, and dealers, as well as anyone who appreciates folk art, will want to have this sumptuous book close at hand.

John A. Fleming is Professor Emeritus in the Department of French and the Centre for Comparative Literature, and a former Director of the Museum Studies Program, all at the University of Toronto. Michael J. Rowan is a graduate in Fine Arts, and has been an antiques dealer, appraiser, and museum consultant since 1973. He specializes in folk art and ethnic furniture. James A. Chambers has been a professional photographer and photo-based artist for more than 35 years. For information or to order contact:

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There is a beautiful new coffee table book featuring Marshall’s life, told through his vast and varied body of work (including his pencil drawings, large-scale murals, ceramic art and photography). This book was put together over the past couple years by a great group of people who volunteered many hours of their time. Bill & Elizabeth Yuill paid for the production cost and Hideaway Studios donated their design time. It is a wonderful look at the

seen across Canada, and in Europe and the United States.

2,000 beautiful hardcover books were printed and donated to Medalta for sale. Thanks to the generosity of everyone involved, 100% of the proceeds of the sale of the book will go towards the restoration of the Soft Mud Interpretive Centre at the Medicine Hat Brick & Tile plant. The books retail for $39.95 (+gst) and can be found in Medalta’s gift shop at 403-529-1070 or info@medalta.org.

AIR Vallauris By Shirley Rimer

Canadian Folk Art to 1950

The Art of James Marshall

CALENDER SUBMISSION DEADLINE: For the Spring 2013 issue is February 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

Whirligigs & Weathervanes Family Festival on the Prairies

Registration Opens: March 1The Galt Museum & Archives in Lethbridge is hosting a 1-day festival on August 31, 2013 in conjunction with the exhibit Wind Work, Wind Play: Weathervanes and Whirligigs and is looking for whirligigs and weathervanes made in Alberta! Prizes for Best of Show, People’s Choice and Best Historical. FOR DETAILS VISIT www.galtmuseum.com

TRANSFORMATION Exhibition, Toronto, ON

Deadline: Friday, March 8th, 2013 Exhibition to run during the Toronto International Jewellery Festival and the Society of North American Goldsmiths Conference, Meta-Mosaic 2013 (April 11 to May 31, 2013).The submitted design(s) must be original, fabricated metal works reflecting the theme of the exhibition; works must have been completed after May 2012. They may be hollowware or sculptural objects or jewellery. Entries must be available for exhibition at Zilberschmuck, Toronto, ON, from April 11th to May 31st, 2013. Contact Cheryl Fraser at 416-699-6000 for further details and entry forms.

Art Market – Art and Craft Sale, Calgary

Deadline: April 1 Art Market Art and Craft Sale presents their 26th show of high quality Canadian art and craft, Nov 14-17, 2013 at the downtown Calgary Telus Convention Centre. Art Market was attended by roughly 22,000 appreciative Christmas shoppers last year. Make your original work available to them this year! This juried show fills up quickly, so please apply early. Booth assignments start April 1st. Applications:www. artmarketcraftsale.com.For information: 1-877-929-9933 or info@ artmarketcraftsale.com.Marlene Loney: PO Box 8875, 706 Yates St., Victoria, BC V8W 3Z1

Evanescence Gallery and Art Studio, High River

Evanescence is currently accepting proposals from artists and craftspeople working in contemporary sculpture, glass and jewellery design. Artists who are interested in exhibiting their work on a consignment basis can email: arlene@evanescencegallery.com

Please be prepared to send 5 good quality jpeg images, including retail prices and a one-page CV, Artist’s Statement, and Biography. Alternatively, submissions which include a digital CD can be dropped off in person at 61 – 8th Ave. SE. High River during regular gallery hours. www.evanescencegallery.com

Glenbow Museum Shop, Calgary

The Glenbow Museum Shop carries a wide variety of Canadian made hand crafted jewellery and craft. They are currently accepting new artist’s work for the Spring/Summer season. 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 contact Edward Cavell, Interim Manager at 403-268-4228 or ecavell@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. The Gallery Shop is focused on making art a part of everyday life with edgy jewellery, quirky fibre art, handmade paper goods, detailed woodwork and hand-blown glass.

Artist’s product is accepted on a consignment basis. E-mail jpeg images, an artist statement and a general pricing guide for your work to the contact below. 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. We currently carry the work of 40 Alberta and Canadian artisans and proudly feature that of several Alberta Craft Council members. Contact: David Farstad, 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. The audience potential is great - upwards of 250,000 per building per year. Interested artists should be prepared to participate in a minimum of one community engagement presentation per threemonth installation. For info email Jennifer at jennifer.alabiso@ gov.ab.ca

Centre for Creative Arts, Grande Prairie

Deadline is ongoing The Centre for Creative Arts has an ongoing need for new instructors and volunteers and right now is an exciting time to be involved. We are currently looking for instructors in drawing, performing arts, music, writing, painting, youth programs, wellness, photography, digital media, crafts, and much more! If you have a passion you would like to share please contact us for more information. Volunteers are also needed to assist. If you would like to be actively involved in your community we can find a place for you! If you are interested, please contact us via email at info@creativecentre.ca or call us at 780-814-6080 and we can discuss the details.

Calgary Allied Arts Foundation Residency Program st[art]@ Art Central, Calgary

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. Submissions are juried once a year. Applications submitted before the deadline date of Oct 31st are considered for residencies within the January-December period of the year following. The submission form may be found at http://caafonline.org/documents/ caaf_start_residency.pdf.

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 If you have any questions about this Call for Portfolios, or Directed Calls, please contact publicart@edmontonarts.ca or 780-424-2787

EDUCATION

Medalta International Artist in Residence, Medicine Hat Operating out of the Shaw Centre, the Medalta International Artists in Residence 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, 2012. Contact Aaron Nelson for more information at: 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

Four Winds Art Glass, Edmonton

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.

ACAD Extended Studies Craft Courses, 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.

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.

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.

Edmonton Weaver’s Guild Classes/Workshops, 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

OPPORTUNITIES

Artisan, Diane Paterson, with over 40 years of experience, would like to partner with someone to share her passion, knowledge and fused glass production line. Please contact if you are serious about a joining forces this business venture with Diane contactdi-fusions @ shaw.ca.

TREX: In Your Community

Memories of the Farm: Painting by Hazel Litzgus

Now celebrated among leaders of the Canadian folk art genre, Hazel Litzgus has always painted. The youngest of four children who lived on a family farm in Lloydminster, Alberta, she constructs paintings from memory to capture a way of life that is lost to most.

Sweetened Condensed: Tiny Tales of Wit, Wisdom and Wonder

Illustrations by Elizabeth Burritt

A series of illustrations and illustrated ceramics by Elizabeth Burritt based on a selection of one-line stories, each by a different writer. The project explores narratives that are restricted in length and convey only the most basic information, thereby leaving space for interpretation and exploration.

Illustration by Elizabeth Burritt

“The wild wind whispered winter in my ears, so I secured my scarf and cycled on”.- Jenica Frisque Ink, Gouache, Acrylic, 2012, Collection of the Artist

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts Travelling Exhibition Program (TREX) South East Region Presents:

January

Taber Public Library

5415 – 50 Ave.

Taber, AB T1G 1V2

February

Hanna Municipal Library 202 1 St. West Hanna, AB T0J 1P0

For more Info contact:

Xanthe Isbister

TREX South East Manager/Curator

Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre 401First St. SE Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8W2 tel. 403-502-8586

email: xanisb@medicinehat.ca

January Ralston School

17 Dugway Rd. Ralston, AB T0J 2N0

February

Isabel F. Cox School 339 – 3 St. SE Redcliff, AB T0J 2P0

Check out our NEW TREX SOUTHEAST WEBSITE: www.trexprogramsoutheast.ca

Please visit the AFA website to view our TREX Map with complete monthly listings: www.affta.ab.ca

Northern Lights, 2007 by Hazel Litzgus watercolour on Arches aquarelle paper Collection of the Alberta Foundation for the Arts

ALBERTA CRAFT COUNCIL

New in the Shop:

Wendy McPeak, Sherwood Park

“I am inspired by the colours and textures of the Alberta landscape. I love the range of colours evident in the different seasons of the prairie. The complimentary and contradictory qualities of glass allow me to explore and manipulate the layering of colours and surface textures to create my pieces.”

Each unique glass piece is individually handcrafted through the manipulation of glass powder, kiln forming and extensive cold working. Wendy has been involved in the glass community for many years and is currently on the board of the Glass Art Association of Canada.

New Members

City Arts Centre, Edmonton

Andrea Blais, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery

Margaret Braun, Edmonton, Mixed

Amy Li Chuan Chang, Burnaby, Clay

Jasper Coulombe, Grande Prairie, Metal, Fibre, Stone

Shawn Cunningham, Edmonton, Metal & Mixed

Mary Flores, Calgary, Glass

Denis J. P. Gignac, Sherwood Park, Wood

Barbara Harrison, Calgary, Fibre

Matt Heide, Edmonton, Concrete

Martina Heisse-Ehle, Edmonton, Fibre

In-Definite Arts Society, Calgary, Organization

Lindsay Knox, Edmonton, Mixed

Diane Krys, Edmonton, Fibre

Jenny Kucharski, Edmonton,

Cecillia Laskoski, Edmonton,

Jane Evelyn Mary McQuitty, Calgary, Mixed Media

Sara Norquay, Edmonton, Fibre & Paper

Damaris Oakley, Nanaimo, Glass

Anne Ormerod, Calgary, Metal

Sarah Pike, Fernie, Clay

Kathryn Ransom, Calgary, Clay

Melody Robinson, Caroline, Clay

Simone Schlichting, Nelson, Metal

Darlene Storgeoff, Edmonton, Glass

Ritchie Velthuis, Edmonton, Clay

Samantha Williams-Chapelsky, St. Albert, Clay & Paintings

Renewing Members

Focus on Fibre Art Association, Edmonton, Organization

Verna Allison, Delburne, Clay

Mindy Andrews, Calgary, Clay

Anne Anfindsen, Gunn, Supporter

Valerie Baber, St. Albert, Fibre

Robert Barclay, Spruce Grove, Clay

Christian Barr & Enzien Kufeld, Wildwood, Clay

Bee Kingdom, Calgary, Glass

Seathra Bell, South Slocan, Fibre

John Blair, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery

Laurie Blakeman, Edmonton, Supporter

Blaine Blinston, Edmonton, Metal - Jewellery

Harcourt House, Edmonton, Organization

Judy Brown, Calgary, Fibre

Karen Cantine, Edmonton, Metal - Jewellery & Objects

Susan Carnahan, Edmonton, Metal - Jewellery

Sarabeth Carnat, Calgary, Metal - Jewellery

John Chalke & Barbara Tipton, Calgary, Clay

Louise Cormier, Lethbridge, Clay

Sam Cupelli, Edmonton, Metal

Jennifer Demke-Lange, Medicine Hat, Clay

Horst Doll, Sherwood Park, Clay

Edmonton Weaver’s Guild, Edmonton, Organization

Marcia Fossey, Edmonton, Jewellery

Andreas Friderichsen, Edmonton, Metal

Michelle Gluza, Edmonton, Paper & Fibre

Susan Gottselig, Canmore, Glass

Darcy Gusse-Edinga, Red Deer, Fibre

Ann Haessel, Calgary, Mixed Media Art

Heather A. Hamilton, Victoria, Metal

George F. Heagle, Edmonton, Wood

Martha Henry, Calgary, Glass - Jewellery & Objects

Gillian Hillerud, Calgary, Metal

Mary Holdgrafer, Edmonton, Fibre

Marcy Horswill, Cumberland, Fibre

Dianne Hove, Calgary, Clay

Red Deer College, Red Deer, Organization

Barbara Howe, Fort McMurray, Clay

Rae Hunter, Tofield, Mixed

Kathy Husel, Athabasca, Seasonal Christmas

Don Iveson, Edmonton, Supporter - City of Edmonton Councillor

Priscilla Janes, Canmore, Clay

Ted Jolda, Parksville, Glass

Jim & Eileen Jones, Claresholm, Wood

Wendy Klotz, Calgary, Clay & Fibre

Akiko Kohana, Edmonton, Clay

Jo-Ann Kohl, Calgary, Clay

Susan Kristoferson, Calgary, Fibre & Paper

Julia Krueger, Calgary, Clay

JoAnna Lange, Edmonton, Clay

Neil Lazaruk, Edmonton, Ukrainian Eggs

Neil Liske, Calgary, Clay

Carolyn Lutz, Calgary, Glass

Wendy MacDonald, Edmonton, Supporter

Pamela Marriott, Swan Hills, Fibre

Joan Matsusaki, Bragg Creek, Clay

Return Address:

Alberta Craft Council

10186-106 Street

Edmonton, AB T5J 1H4

Heather Matwe, Vancouver, Metal - Jewellery

Linda McBain Cuyler, Edmonton, Fibre

Jamie McDonald Gray, Calgary, Glass

Rita & John McGie, Sherwood Park, Clay

Wendy McPeak, Sherwood Park, Glass

Bob McRae, Calgary, Metal & Wood

Medicine Hat Potters Association, Medicine Hat, Organization

John Monteath, Cochrane, Metal

Anita Nawrocki, Edmonton, Mixed (Postage stamp collage)

Aaron Nelson & Elizabeth Burritt, Medicine Hat, Clay

Vickie Newington, Calgary, Fibre & Glass

Ilya Oratovsky, Edmonton, Fibre

Parkland Potters Guild, Stony Plain, Clay

Tammy Parks-Legge, Stony Plain, Clay

Carolyn Patterson, Calgary, Supporter

Greg Payce, Calgary, Clay

Pauline Pelletier, Cap Rouge, Clay

Toula Prins, Gibbons, Clay

Joe & Auvery Reid, Ponoka, Clay

Sharon Rubuliak, Sherwood Park, Fibre

Sergiy Ryabchemok, Edmonton, Metal & Enamel

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

Henry Schlosser, Calgary, Wood

Audra Schoblocher, Carseland, Metal & Jewellery

Doris Schuh, Calgary, Supporter

Ruby Serben, Edmonton, Clay

Laura Sharp, Calgary, Clay

Pete Shokal, Drumheller, Wood

Sandi Skakun, Edmonton, Clay

Michelle Sparks, Edmonton, Metal & Glass

Jim Speers, Edmonton, Clay

Vic Steel, Fort McMurray, Supporter

Janet Stein, Lake Country, Metal - Jewellery

Virginia Stephen, Edmonton, Fibre & Supporter

Margaret Sundstrom, Calgary, Clay

Cathy Terepocki, Saskatoon, Clay

Susan Thorpe, Calgary, Clay

Kathleen Tomyn, Edmonton, Supporter

Sam Uhlick & Antonia Huysman, Ardrossan, Clay

Carol Voyt, Calgary, Clay

Meghan Wagg, Edmonton, Metal - Jewellery

Keith Walker, Edmonton, Glass

Bob Wilkins, Innisfail, Glass

Ken Wilkinson, Saskatoon, Clay

Ilonka Wormsbecker, Edmonton, Pressed Flowers

Recent Openings

Marcy Horswill (top left) and Margie Davidson (top right) with their work at the opening of Passages on Oct. 6.

Cathy Terepocki (bottom left) at the opening of her exhibition Thank You!

Come Again on Sept. 15.

Elizabeth Burritt and Jenn Demke-Lange (bottom right) at the reception of their exhibition Delineate on Nov. 17.