Button factory arts Fall Program Guide 2016
“Five by Three” Paula Rostrup
25 Regina Street South, Waterloo, ON N2J 1R8 buttonfactoryarts.ca 519-886-4577 HOURS: Tuesday- Friday:10-5pm
Saturday:10-3pm
Cover art: Paula Rostrup is a printmaker living in Waterloo, Ontario. Paula creates work that expresses her ideas and explores the medium of print. The natural world provides the stimulus and inspiration. Currently, Paula is working on the addition of collage elements to print and sculpting.
membership information Adult Individual- $30/Annually Family(2 adults + children)- $50/Annually Student (ages 13- 22)- $10/Annually Organizational Memberships- $100/Annually Why Become a Button Factory Arts Member? - Help support this vibrant, arts dedicated space in Waterloo Region. - 15% off all programming - Button Factory Arts e-newsletter - Discounts at local art stores, including: • 15% off at State of the Art Supplies (84 King St. Waterloo) • 10% off at Curry’s (400-2 The Boardwalk at Ira Needles Blvd. • 10% off at The Artstore of Waterloo (91 Caroline St. S.) - Eligible to vote at the Annual General Meeting Drop In (see page 17 for drop-in descriptions) • • • •
Life Drawing- Thursdays 1pm-3pm, self-directed, $10 Sketch Club- Wednesdays 10am-Noon, $3 Open Studio- Fridays 10am-4pm, $5 Open Studio Printmaking- Fridays 10am-4pm, $10
Lending Library Members can borrow books from Button Factory Art’s & The Baden Storyteller’s Collection for 3 week loan periods. Gift Shop Members also have the opportunity to sell their work in the Gift Shop. Please contact Emma Smith at 519-886-4577 or operations@buttonfactoryarts.ca for further information. Solo Exhibitions and Shows Members can be a part of the Annual Members Show and Sale as well as solo exhibitions at the John M. Harper Library, McCormick Library, Waterloo City Centre. Please contact Heather Franklin at 519-886-4577 or ed@buttonfactoryarts.ca for further information. 3
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LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
“Anyone who keeps learning stays young” was one of Henry Ford’s great quotes. It certainly applies here at Button Factory Arts. We provide two floors of authentic and creative programming: gallery exhibitions, innovative art classes, workshops, professional development for artists, and rehearsal space. We pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive environment, open to artists, arts organizations and art appreciators from all backgrounds, cultures, and levels of experience. We start another fall season with new programs and challenges. When our facility was first built as a button factory, a small cache of workers created buttons from shells and nuts. It was a small successful industry for many years. In 2016 we have over 400 members and over 24,000 visitors annually. And because of that we currently are in need some structural upgrades to our facility. In some ways, we are victims of our own success. The City of Waterloo has greatly supported us here at the button factory for over 20 years and we are very grateful for their long-standing support in our organization and our facility. So we will be closed to the public for most of the month of September while upgrades are implemented. Staff will continue to work behind the scenes and answer the phones, and keep up with correspondence, so you may continue to register for fall programming and renew memberships and ask questions. Please be patient with us, as we may be dealing with logistical issues periodically that will occur over this time. We plan to resume our regular programming and operations at the beginning of October. As a non-profit we are always struggling on a bare-bones budget and limited capacity. But we manage all our events, programing and the facility with only 5 dedicated staff. They are dedicated to keeping our arts community a rich and vibrant community. Watch for a whole range of new creative programming and programs for the whole family! This fall we continue with our outreach program on the Grand River Transit Ixpress buses with Art That Moves You, our Annual Juried Show in October and our annual Arts Market in November. Awaken to new growth in ourselves this fall. Come out and explore, create, play in all kinds of media, attend a gallery opening, come to a professional development lecture, meet new members and become inspired by all the creative opportunities that Button Factory Arts offers this season. -Heather Franklin Executive Director 5
about us Button Factory Arts is a unique art centre that has been serving the community for 20 years. We provide two floors of authentic and creative programming, gallery exhibitions, innovative art classes, workshops, professional development for artists. We pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive environment, open to artists and art appreciators from all backgrounds, cultures and levels of experience. Whether you’re an emerging or experienced artist, a beginner or simply curious there is something for everyone here!
STAFF: Heather Franklin Executive Director
Desiree Lichty, Marketing & Sponsorship
Emma Smith Facility Coordinator
Allie Brenner Program Coordinator
2016-2017 Board of Directors:
Gabriel Flatt President
Adrian Yang Treasurer
Elizabeth Backler Vice-President
Jason Earle Secretary
Sue Sturdy
Linda Weibe-Myles
Heather Franklin, Executive Director (Ex-Officio) Amy Ross, City of Waterloo Staff (Ex-Officio) Melissa Durrell, City of Waterloo Councillor (Ex-Officio)
“To enliven Waterloo Region by being an inclusive hub that inspires and facilitates artistic exploration and creativity.” 6
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Join artist Michele Braniff June – September at the Visitor & Heritage Information Centre for free, hands-on urban sketching workshops and storytelling tours! WATERLOO.CA/ARTS&CULTURE /CREATEWATERLOO
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Events and exhibitions
July 15th - 17th see ad on page 7 for times Button Factory Arts
Artist Alley/ Button Factory arts artist market during jazz fest
July 29th - August 19th Opening: July 29th 5-7pm Button Factory Arts
press/ printmakers annual show
August 25th - 27th see ad on page 7 for times Button Factory Arts
Artist Alley/ Button Factory arts market during Buskers fest
October 21st - November 12th Opening: October 28th 5-7pm Button Factory Arts
Annual Juried show/ Button Factory Arts Group SHow
November 19th- Dec. 22nd Opening: November 19th 7-10pm Button Factory Arts
Button Factory Arts Market/ holiday artisan giftshop
November 19th Opening: November 19th 7-10pm Button Factory Arts
paint by munzy/ 3rd annual holiday art show
October 5th 7pm Button Factory Arts
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annual general meeting
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For the month of SEPTEMBER Our facility was first built as a button factory in the 1800’s. In 2016 we have over 400 members and over 24,000 visitors annually. Our poor facility is tired and in need of some structural upgrades. We will be closed to the public for most of the month of September while upgrades are implemented. Staff will continue to work behind the scenes and answer the phones, and keep up with correspondence, so you may continue to register for fall programming, renew memberships and ask questions. Please be patient with us, as we may be dealing with logistical issues periodically that will occur over this time. We plan to resume our regular programming and operations at the beginning of October.
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Michele Braniff
Saturday, Sept. 10 & Sept. 17, 1-5pm (2 week workshop) $78 member/ $90 non-members Registration Deadline: Sept. 1st Urban Sketching is a way to take an artist’s tour of our cities. It leaves an indelible mark on your memory, heart and soul as scenes are captured in a sketchbook. Autumn, urban sketching in Canada requires a little bit of creativity - how to capture the colours, the wind and the movement of people bundling up or perhaps shedding layers when the sun comes out. Join Michele Braniff for two afternoons of September sketching where we will explore strategies and skills to capture autumn - indoors or outside!
16-302 Life Drawing
Atena Ganea
Tuesdays, Oct 4- Nov. 8, 6-8pm (6 weeks) $165/members / $189/non-members
Registration Deadline: Sept. 22nd
Drawing from a live model learn how to make quick gesture drawings and then progress towards more sustained poses. Learn the proportions of the human body and how parts relate to each other. Gesture and spontaneity are the basis of this course. Participants of all levels are welcomed. (Ink will be supplied)
16-303 Learn to Draw portraits
jose sandoval
Wednesdays, Oct. 12- Nov. 16, 1-3pm (6 weeks) $165/members $189/non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th Learn to draw portraits in the classical, traditional style. We will have demonstrations, daily lectures, and individual drawing from live models. This class is open to all levels of experience.
16-304 Learn to Draw
Heather Franklin
Mondays, Oct. 17- Nov. 21, 1-3pm (6 weeks) $150 members / $175 non-members
Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th In this 6 week program students will learn the basic principles of drawing. Learning a variety of techniques to create tone, mark making and shading. Still life, landscape and portraiture will be explored through various applications in pencil, conte, and pen.
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drawing 16-305 Anatomy for Life Drawing
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Denise Davis Gains
Wednesdays, Oct. 19- Nov. 23, 1-4pm (6 weeks) $165 members $189 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 13th Using methods from the classical realistic drawing, passed down by the great masters, this course is perfect for fine artists, character designers and illustrators who want a greater understanding of anatomy. Emphasis will be placed on the movement, muscle groups and character of the model as well as the skeleton, head and facial features so as to understand weight distribution and give a dynamic and convincing feel. Students will mainly work on full figures and portraits from live models using contĂŠ, charcoal, soft pencil and pastels.
Artist Alley An Exciting Outdoor Market featuring Local Artists ! Located between King St and Regina St, adjacent to the Button Factory and Waterloo parkade.
Jazz Festival July 15, 12 pm-10 pm July 16, 12 pm-10 pm July 17, 12 pm-6 pm
Buskers Festival August 25, 5 pm-10 pm August 26, 12 pm-10 pm August 27, 12 pm-10 pm
Presented by the Button Factory Arts Centre. 25 Regina St. S, Waterloo,www.buttonfactoryarts.ca To learn more, email Tee at events@buttonfactoryarts.ca
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16-306 oil painting
Connie Melnik
Tuesdays, Oct. 11- Nov. 15, 10-1pm (6 weeks) $146 members / $168 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th Have you ever been curious about oil paint? Join Connie and learn the basics of oil painting using odourless products. You will explore colour theory, composition, and small still life set-ups. This course is perfect for beginners and intermediate.
16-307 Colour Studio
Amy Ferrari
Thursdays, Oct. 13- Dec. 1, 7-9pm (8 weeks) $200 members / $230 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th This is an intense and fast-paced series about the mastery of color mixing and color usage. Not the best choice for beginners, but a great choice for those with a small amount of painting experience, and a lot of determination. Exercises explore fun, enlightening, and challenging ways of learning through doing. Come to a deeper understanding of color relationships, in color theory and in color usage. Enhance your ability to understand color systems, navigate color space, see colors, match color, and mix colors. Stretch your abilities to be more accurate, more expressive, and more imaginative with your color choices.
16-308 Watercolour Exploration
Nancy peng
Tuesdays, Oct. 18- Dec. 6, 1:30-3:30pm (8 weeks) $176/member / $206/non-members Registration Deadline: Oct.6th Come out and explore the watercolour medium while learning the properties of colour, shape and design. Students will be guided through demonstrations of technique and colour mixing and then put them into practice. We will explore the use of masking fluid, and watercolour ground. This program is suitable for beginner or intermediate painters.
16-309 Acrylic painting
Atena Ganea
Mondays, Nov. 7- Dec. 12, 6-8pm (6 weeks) $125 members / $145 non-members
Registration Deadline: Oct. 27th
If you are looking for an introductory course in acrylics this is the course for you, but all are welcome. There will be an emphasis on the nature and use of the medium and technique development. Come learn how to build volume and detail, mix colours, and develop mood in your work by painting a subject of your own choice in consultation with Atena.
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painting 16-310 interpreting Landscapes
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ralf (raflar) Wall
Tuesdays, Nov. 15- Dec. 20, 7-9pm (6 weeks) $125 members / $144 non-members Registration deadline: Oct. 27th This 6-week course will help you enhance your landscape paintings, and learn new ways to interpret the wonders of nature whether you are a realist or an abstract artist. Using a single landscape scene, you will create multiple works of art using many different mediums and styles from sketching, pen & ink, and watercolour. This workshop is designed for beginner level artists who already have a grasp on painting fundamentals and intermediate level artists who wish to learn new skills.
16-311 Watercolour Workshop for Beginners (part 1&2) Gail Ivanco Fridays, Nov. 18 & Nov. 25, 5:30-8:30pm (2 week workshop) $76 members / $88 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct 6th Starting at the very beginning, experience the joy of watercolour painting. How watercolour behaves and its various applications will be explored while also learning about colour and composition. This is your chance to try your hand if you have dabbled a little, or not experienced watercolour painting. (All materials will be provided)
BUTTON FACTORY ARTS proudly presents
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ARTMOVES YOU
Watch for these beautifully created art “ads” in your local ixpress busses! We hope they lighten up your day and enhance your GRT transit experience! A very special thank you to the Region of Waterloo Arts Fund for their generous support! young ice floes whisper their secrets to the riverI stand on the bank eavesdropping
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Art That Moves You www.buttonfactoryarts.ca
“ Kakabeca’s Concertillion– HR” Amy Ferrari
-Leslie Bamford
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pr printmaking 16-312 Imaging in Colour printmaking (Master class) robert Creighton
Mondays, Oct. 17- Dec. 5, 3:30-6:30pm (8 weeks) $235 members / $263 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th This class is not for beginners. Individuals must be somewhat self-sufficient with printmaking process. We will be covering; wiping an etching, drypoint and/or collagraph plate with nuance and expression, viscosity in ink printing, relief printing, and combining techniques for the same image. We will also be covering proper registration techniques and image improvement. (All materials are included in the price)
16-313 Linoleum prints
robert Creighton
Thursdays, Oct. 20- Dec. 8, 1-4pm (8 weeks) $235 members / $263 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 13th Whether you are an expert or beginner, explore the incredible possibilities of linocut. From simple line cuts in the manner of Matisse to complex, multi-coloured, multi-block contemporary prints, the possibilities are virtually limitless. (All materials are included in the price)
printmaking: Drop in open studio $10 drop in rate 10-4pm for the following dates Fridays, October 21st, November 18th, December 16th Button Factory Arts offers affordable access to printmaking practice on “open studio” days. You must have taken one of our printmaking programs or have printmaking experience and can work independently without direction. The print studio has a 30” x 60” Tackache press, as well as tools available. Participants need to provide their own plates, inks and paper (some paper is available for purchase).
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The Waterloo Print Studio is a new printmaking resource waterloo region thatthat is committed to resourcefor for Waterloo Region is committed the creation, production and promotion of print to the creation, production and promotion of print On Fridays by appointment, the Waterloo Print Studio will be open from 10am-4pm to allow participants with printmaking experience to work under the supervision of a trained printmaker technician.
Participation must be approved by the Executive Director. Contact ed@buttonfactoryarts.ca for more information. The Waterloo Print Studio also offers custom hands-on workshops for school groups and businesses.
Waterloo Print Studio in Button Factory Arts 25 Regina Street South, Waterloo ON N2J 1R8 519.886.4577 | www.buttonfactoryarts.ca
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Michele Braniff
Saturdays, Sept. 10 & Sept. 17, 1-5pm (2 week workshop) $78 member/ $90 non-members Registration Deadline: Sept. 1st Urban Sketching is a way to take an artist’s tour of our cities. It leaves an indelible mark on your memory, heart and soul as scenes are captured in a sketchbook. Autumn, urban sketching in Canada requires a little bit of creativity - how to capture the colours, the wind and the movement of people bundling up or perhaps shedding layers when the sun comes out. Join Michele Braniff for two afternoons of September sketching where we will explore strategies and skills to capture autumn - indoors or outside!
16-311 Watercolour Workshop for Beginners (pt. 1 & 2) Gail Ivanco Fridays, Nov. 18 & Nov. 25, 5:30-8:30pm $76 members / $88 non-members
Registration Deadline: Oct 6th Starting at the very beginning, experience the joy of watercolour painting. How watercolour behaves and its various applications will be explored while also learning about colour and composition. This is your chance to try your hand if you have dabbled a little, or not experienced watercolour painting. (All materials will be provided)
16-314 Fused Glass
Dietland Stager
Saturday, Oct. 15, 1-3pm $25 members / $29 non-members
Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th
Come and learn fused glass techniques to make beautiful multi-coloured glass works. Small forms will be explored including the creation of a pendant or pin. If you wish to create extra pendants or pins they are $5 each for materials. Prices are per person; includes all materials and kiln firing.
16-315 Anatomy for Life Drawing Workshop Davis Gains
Denise
Saturday, Dec. 3, 1-4pm $38 members/ $44 non-members Registration Deadline: Nov. 24th Using methods from the classical realistic drawing, passed down by the great masters, this workshop is perfect for those wanting to begin to understand anatomy through life drawing. Emphasis will be placed on the movement, muscle groups and character of the model as well as the skeleton, head and facial features so as to understand weight distribution and give a dynamic and convincing feel. Students will mainly work on full figures and portraits from live models using contĂŠ, charcoal, soft pencil and pastels. 12
Holiday workshops HW 16-316 Himmeli (Straw Mobile)
Karolina Korsak
Saturday, Dec. 10, 1-3pm $20 members / $ 23 non-members Registration Deadline: Dec. 1st Design and create an airy and intricate construction using natural straw and a bit of geometric imagination. A tradition, whose variations are found in a number of Scandinavian and Eastern European countries, the himmeli is a quintessential Christmas decoration. Participants will view a himmeli exhibit, and take their completed project home. (All materials are included)
16-317 Strohsterne (ornamental Stars) Korsak
Zofia and ula
Saturday, Dec. 17, 1-3pm $25/ family of 4 (mem) $29/ family of 4 (non-mem) Ages: 8yrs+ Registration Deadline: Dec. 8th Learn to make beautiful ornamental stars out of natural straw and thread. This German tradition is perfect for decorating the Christmas tree and adding more to your holiday decor. The workshop is designed for families and youth. (All materials are included)
Health & Movement HM 16-318 Lunchtime Yoga
Sandra Johnston
Tuesdays, Oct. 18- Dec. 6, 12:10-12:50 pm (8 weeks) $97 members / $112 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th 1 hour all level Yoga Flow (Hatha Yoga). Come rejuvenate. Take a break during the workday and rejuvenate with gentle Yoga Flow. Experience deep breathing and stretching with registered Hatha Yoga instructor Sandra Johnston.
16-319 Beginner Tai Chi
Don Eagles
Mondays, Oct. 17- Dec. 5, 11am-12pm (8 weeks) $97 members / $112 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 6th Take the first step to better health and stress reduction. Tai Chi promotes holistic healing of the body through better balance, blood circulation and oxygenation. The form (Yang 24) focuses on a set of moving postures that circulate energy (Chi) throughout the body and induces deep states of meditation and relaxation. 13
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Youth/Family
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16-320 Art Saturdays 1 (Ages 4-7)
Saturdays, Oct. 22- Nov. 12th, 10:30-12pm (4 weeks) $98 members / $113 non-members Registration Deadline: Oct. 13th This class is a great way for children to be introduced to art making! Explore a variety of exciting techniques with a local artists including, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and collage! All supplies are included in course fee!
16-321 Art Saturdays 2 (Ages 4-7)
Saturdays, Nov. 26th- Dec. 17th, 10:30-12pm (4 weeks) $98 members / $113 non-members Registration Deadline: Nov. 17th This class is a great way for children to be introduced to art making! Explore a variety of exciting techniques with a local artists including, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and collage! All supplies are included in course fee!
16-322 Draw Like one of the Masters! (Ages 8-14)
Saturdays, Oct. 22- Nov. 12th, 1-2:30pm (4 weeks) $98 members/ $113 non- members Registration Deadline: Oct. 13th Learn to draw like a famous artist! Students will have the opportunity to improve their drawing techniques through varying exercises and learn about famous artists who have used drawing in their work throughout the ages! All supplies are included in course fee!
16-323 paint Like one of the Masters! (Ages 8-14)
Saturdays, Nov. 26th- Dec. 10th, 1-2:30pm (4 weeks) $115 members/ $130 non- members Registration Deadline: Nov. 17th Learn to paint like a famous artist! Students will have the opportunity to develop their painting techniques and explore painting styles of modern and contemporary painters through varying exercises and painting mediums including watercolour, acrylic, oil paint and more. Some drawing experience is recommended as a foundation for this course. All supplies are included in course fee!
16-324 Youth printmaking 1 (Ages 9-14)
Wednesdays, Oct. 12- Nov. 2, 6-8pm (4 weeks) $115 members / $130 non-members Registration Deadline: Nov. 17th Discover printmaking as a unique art form! This introductory class covering a variety of printmaking techniques, and applications. Students will explore monoprinting from found objects and from acrylic plates, single colour linocut printing, and stamp making. All supplies are included in course fee! 15
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16-325 Youth printmaking 2 (Ages 9-14)
Wednesdays, Nov. 16- Dec. 7, 6-8pm (4 weeks) $115 members / $130 non-members Registration Deadline: Nov. 10th A continuation of Youth Printmaking 1, students will continue to develop their printmaking skills in monoprinting and linocut while discovering new techniques and applications including screen printing! There will also be an introduction to the printing press and the opportunity to run a print through the press! (Youth Printmaking 1 is a prerequisite to this class) All supplies are included in course fee!
16-326 Family Saturdays
$5/child (All ages welcome w/ Parent supervision!) 10:30am-12:30pm Drop In every Saturday from October 15 - Dec. 3rd for fun art activities, all supplies included! A Special pumpkin carving, with the Horticultural Society, October 29th/$10 (*BYOP)!
16-327 pD Art Days ( 5 -12yrs) Kijewski
Crystal Bradford & Liam
Friday, Nov. 18th, 8:30am-4:30pm $50 members (per day)/ $57 non- members (per day) Registration Deadline: Nov. 10th Crystal and Liam will show and teach you things about the world around you; and take you on a fun filled creative journey. Join us for a fantastic day of arty and creative adventures! Each day will have different projects and themes!
offsite partner Classes Youth Classes are also offered by Button Factory Arts instructors at our Offsite Partner locations. Please Call Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (519-886-1177) to find out more about Youth Drawing Saturdays, Lego/Clay Animation, Pumpkin Carving & Christmas Ornament making.
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*BYOP= Bring Your Own Pumpkin
Drop-in classes Dr Life Drawing- Thursdays 1pm-3pm, self-directed, $10 The public and members are welcome to attend our life drawing drop-in. Join Jose Sandoval in this quiet and friendly environment while you practice and refine your life drawing skills. There is no instruction, and rotating models each week. This runs throughout the year. Sketch Club- Wednesdays 10am-Noon, $3 Sketch Club-all members are welcome to attend every week. Come out and meet other artists socially and learn new techniques in weekly projects led by Sketch Club members and guest artists. Summers are spent en plein air (outside) in various locations throughout Waterloo Region. Open Studio- Fridays 10am-4pm, $5 Members are welcome to join other artists and work on individual projects in a casual and comfortable environment Open Studio Printmaking- Fridays 10am-4pm, $10 Fridays, October 21st, November 18th, December 16th Button Factory Arts offers affordable access to printmaking practice on “open studio” days. You must have taken one of our printmaking programs or have printmaking experience and can work independently without direction. The print studio has a 30” x 60” Tackache press, as well as tools available. Participants need to provide their own plates, inks and paper (some paper is available for purchase).
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Interested in renting for your arts event? Button Factory Arts offers a unique, historic venue for art functions, special events, meetings and more. The 1886 architectural features add ambience to any gathering from the original wood floors to the high beams to the 8-pane Mennonite Georgian style windows. Button Factory Arts features a baby grand piano, theatre lights, staging, sound system, screen, kitchenette, two bathrooms and greeting area. The walls are lined with monthly rotating professionally curated exhibitions by local artists and members of the BFA. 100 person capacity / 90 chairs / 15 tables / approx. 40 x 80 feet of space / $40 an hour. Performances, Seminars, Rehearsals, Meetings, Lectures, Dance, Music, Practice & more! Note: The rental space is not wheelchair accessible Button Factory Arts is home to: Theatre on the Edge: tote.ca K-W Gem and Mineral Club: calaverite.com/kwgmc The Baden Storyteller’s Guild: thestorybarn.ca Kitchener-Waterloo Society of Artists (KWSA): kwsa.ca Vishwa Dharma Educational Society- Meditation Karen Reed Fiddle Jams: karenreed.ca University of Waterloo Ballroom Dance Club We also Partner with Waterloo Public Library, University of Waterloo Fine Art Department, Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, Rim Park. We are affiliated with the City of Kitchener and the City of Waterloo.
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frequently asked questions
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Are there instructor biographies? Bio’s can be found on our website buttonfactoryarts.ca Where can I park? There is free two hour parking at station parking lot beside Paul Puncher Menswear, There is also paid parking in the Parkade beside the building. Parking at rear of building are for instructors, staff and people with disabilities. After 6pm & weekends, parking is free directly across the street from the building. Is the building wheelchair accessible? Our main floor is accessible. There is a ramp along the left side of the building. However, our second floor is not wheelchair accessible. Whenever possible adult programs and events are planned for the main floor. How do I register for a class? You can register for a class by dropping by, website, or phoning Button Factory Arts. Payment of the program fees ensures a spot in the class. Payment can be made by Visa, MasterCard, Interac (debit), cash or cheque in person; registrations paid with credit card can be completed over the phone. Note, medical and photo permission forms are required for youth programs. What happens when a class gets cancelled? If we don’t meet the minimum enrolment for a class, we notify you before the start date and a refund or credit will be issued. It’s important to sign up for classes early to avoid disappointment. As a not-for-profit organization, word of mouth is the best way of promoting our programs and events. If you know someone who may be interested, please pass this information along! What are the age recommendations for adult and youth classes? If an age range is not indicated in the description, then adult classes are recommended for those who are 15 yrs and older, youth programs for ages 5-14yrs. A permission note from a guardian is required for anyone under 18 who wishes to attend a life drawing program. Do you really make buttons? This facility used to be a fully functioning button manufacturer of shell and nut buttons until the 1940s. We don’t make buttons for clothing anymore, but we do make custom orders of pin-back buttons. If you are interested in a custom batch of buttons, please contact Desiree at 519-886-4577 or communications@buttonfactoryarts.ca How old is the building? The Button Factory was built in 1886 by the Roshmann Brothers and is considered a great example of Mennonite Georgian architecture. 20
Button Factory Arts Market opening night
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until December 22nd J E WE L L R Y , CA R DS , DEC O R, A RT , P O TT E R Y, K N IT T IN G & MOR E C R E AT E D B Y L O C AL A RT IS TS Y O U R O N E S T O P SH OP F O R H O L I DA Y GI FT S AN D DEC OR
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Thank you to our supporters! As a not-for-profit charitable organization, Button Factory Arts relies on the generosity of our community members and businesses.
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