Landmark Exhibit Opens Today at Gardiner Museum

by | Feb 7, 2013 | Uncategorized

 

 
 New exhibit offers women who have faced adversity a voice

TORONTO – February 7, 2013 –
Beginning today, and running through April 28, 2013 women whose lives
have been touched by violence are offered a place to tell their stories
their own ways in Transformation by Fire, a groundbreaking exhibition
originated by the Gardiner Museum in partnership with the Barbra
Schlifer Commemorative Clinic. The culmination of the last 10 years,
this landmark exhibit features clay as the medium for storytelling,
personal statements and video to provide real life examples of how to be
strong and grow in the face of adversity
. 
Where: The Gardiner Museum

When:  February 7, 2013 – running through April 28, 2013

 

Cost: FREE (funded by public donations)
What’s On Throughout the Exhibit?
Hands-on Workshop: February 9, 2013, 1-4 p.m.
Instructors Suzanne Thomson, art
therapist, and Susan Low-Beer, ceramic artist, invite you to transform
your experience through clay, while working through a series of guided
exercises to create your own clay sculptures. No art experience
necessary. Cost: $45. 

One Billion Rising: February 14, 2013, 12:30 p.m.
In honour of the new landmark exhibit Transformation by Fire, be a part
of a special Flash Mob on the front steps of the Gardiner Museum, and
help us raise public awareness of violence against women. Partnering
with us to lead the dance is Nia Trainer, Martha Randall. Meet at
12:15p.m. in front of the museum, dance to begin at 12:30 p.m. Cost: Free!

Susan Low-Beer, Fragments of Self: February 26, 2013, 6:30-8 p.m.
Ceramic
Artist Susan Low-Beer discusses her work and her preoccupation with the
mind and body. Cost: $15 general admission, $10 for members.

International Women’s Day Dance Performance: March 8, 2013 6-8:30 p.m.
The
Gardiner Museum celebrates International Women’s Day with a free dance
performance by Performance Artist Julie Lassonde. Cost: Free!

Human Rights Watch: April 18, 2013, 12-1:30 p.m.
Too many women all over the world continue to live in unsafe and
insecure environments as a result of armed conflict, violent political
processes, and communal violence. Join us for an in-depth discussion
about sexual violence around the world. Cost: $25.

Body/Mind Expressive Arts Approach to Art Therapy: April 11, 2013, 6:30-8 p.m.

Art
Therapist Suzanne Thomson, and Director of Counseling Services for the
Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic, Lynne Jenkins, will reflect on the
transformative powers of art therapy to create social change and the
unique attributes of clay as a tool to heal the complex effects of
trauma. Cost: $15 general admission, $10 for members.
About Transformation by Fire

Transformation by Fire is organized by the Gardiner Museum and the Barbra Schlifer Clinic.
It showcases clay sculptures by clients of the Barbra Schlifer clinic
who participated in art therapy workshops in the Gardiner Museum’s clay
studios, as well as work by Susan Low Beer, a Canadian ceramic artist
who worked with art therapist Susan Thomson and the women for the last
decade. The hastag for this exhibit is #TransformationByFire and #VAW
(Violence Against Women). 

About the Gardiner Museum
The Gardiner Museum connects people,
art and ideas by offering an intimate look at one of the world’s oldest
and most universal art forms – ceramics. The Museum’s collections span
continents and time, giving a glimpse into the development of ceramic
processes, decoration and form. Year-round, the Museum mounts special
exhibitions, events, lectures and clay classes to complement its
permanent collection.
The
Museum also features a casual café that serves delicious fare, and the
Gardiner Shop, which specializes in artist-designed, artist-made
merchandise. More information about the museum and its exhibitions can
be found online at www.gardinermuseum.com. Members of the media can register to access the Gardiner Museum’s online media room (www.gardinermuseum.com/mediaroom) where they may download images and additional media materials. Follow us on Twitter @gardinermuseum.

 

About the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic
The
Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic provides free legal, counseling,
interpretation, information, and referral services for women who are
experiencing or have experienced violence including intimate partner
assault, incest/childhood sexual abuse, and adult sexual assault and
other forms of violence. In Barbra Schlifer’s memory, the Clinic is
committed to the belief that a response to the issue of violence against
women must address the individual needs of women, systemic change, and
social justice. The Clinic currently receives referrals from countless
community-based agencies, as well as medical, legal and criminal justice
professionals, religious organizations and individuals concerned about
violence against women, and more than 3,600 women were helped last year.

For more information please contact:

Lisa Raffaele
PUNCH Canada                                 
o. 416.360.6522 x239
c. 647.896.0743
[email protected]

CALL FOR ENTRY: HOT MUD – Emerging Canadian Ceramists

by | Feb 5, 2013 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday

 
The Burlington Art Centre is now accepting submissions for the exhibition Hot Mud: Emerging Canadian Ceramists, a survey
of the most exciting and promising emerging artists working with
ceramics in Canada today, selected by senior Canadian artists and
curators in five regions across the country. The exhibition will take
place in the Lee-Chin Family Gallery at the BAC, from September 7 to
November 4, 2013.

Eligibility
 
Emerging
artists are those at an early stage in their careers and have created a
modest independent body of work. To be eligible for this exhibition,
artists must have completed basic training, are recognized by other
artists working in the field, have a history of professional exhibitions
and publications, and who have maintained an independent professional
practice for a minimum of three years to a maximum of ten years prior to
their application. Submissions by individual artists, groups, and collectives will be considered.
 
Jurors
 
Atlantic Provinces & Newfoundland- Gloria Hickey
Quebec – Alan Elder
Ontario – Rachael Gotlieb
Prairies & the Territories – Greg Payce
British Columbia – Sally Michener
 
Submissions
To apply, please submit the following materials by mail, no later than March 15, 2013
 
  • Cover letter with current contact information and one paragraph biography
  • CV and one page artist statement
  • 15 numbered and labeled images, JPG format, no larger than 500kb, with accompanying image list
  • Self-addressed return envelope  
Hot Mud – PROPOSAL
Burlington Art Centre
1333 Lakeshore Road,
Burlington, ON   L7S 1A9
 
For more information please contact:
George Wale, Director of Programs [email protected]
Jonathan Smith, Curator of Collection [email protected]

CALL FOR ARTISANS (Ceramic) INTERNATIONAL DESIGN OF MONTREAL

by | Feb 2, 2013 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday

CALL FOR ARTISANS (Ceramic)INTERNATIONAL DESIGN OF MONTREAL (SIDIM) 25th BIRTHDAY!

    Event dates: 23-24-25 and May 26, 2013 at Place Bonaventure, Montreal.
    Deadline: March 1, 2013.
    Specialty Sought: Ceramic

We
invite Artisans Crafts (Ceramics) to submit their candidacy for the
25th anniversary of the International Design Fair of Montreal (SIDIM),
to be held from May 23 to 26 at Place Bonaventure.
Objectives of the exhibition / Why participate?
1 – Access to the closed network designers residential / commercial network and their customers.2 – More than 20 000 visitors included both a clientele of professionals, the general public and many media.3-93% of the visitors have a strong interest in products handmade by local artisans.
Successful
candidates will have their works on display in a bright space created
in addition to the chance to win a cash prize of $ 2,500 offered by
SODEC. See criteria séleciton
EVENT DETAILS:

        Dates: 23-24-25 and 26 May 2013.
        Design industry 2 days / 2 days public.
        Location: Place Bonaventure in downtown Montreal.
        Number of visitors: + / – 20 000 (see details attached)
        More than 400 local and international media on site.
        Sales are permitted on site. No commission is required.
To submit your application, please complete the registration form.* Seats are limited.
For any additional information, please contact Hélène Leblanc in details below:* In collaboration with the Art x terra
See you there!. . . . .HELENE LEBLANCProject Manager | SIDIMToll Free: 1.877.373.8872 ext 1Direct Line: 514.830.2347
[email protected]@sidim.comwww.sidim.comwww.artxterra.com


APPEL DE DOSSIER POUR ARTISANS (Céramique) :
SALON INTERNATIONAL DU DESIGN DE MONTRÉAL (SIDIM) 25e  ANNIVERSAIRE !

  • Dates de l’événement : 23-24-25 et 26 Mai 2013 à la Place bonaventure, Montréal.
  • Date limite d’inscription : 1er Mars 2013.
  • Spécialité recherchée : Céramique

Nous invitons les Artisans en métiers d’art  (Céramique) à soumettre leur candidature
en vue du 25ième anniversaire du Salon International du Design de
Montréal (SIDIM), qui se tiendra du 23 au 26 Mai prochain à la Place
Bonaventure.

Objectifs de l’exposition / Pourquoi participer ? 

1-  Accéder au réseau fermé des designers résidentiels / commerciaux et de leur réseau de clients.
2-  Plus de 20 000 visiteurs composés à la fois d’une clientèle de professionels, du grand public et de nombreux médias.
3 – 93% des visiteurs du salon ont un intérêt marqué pour les produits faits à la main par des artisans locaux.

Les candidats retenus verront leurs œuvres exposées
au sein d’un lumineux espace aménagé en plus de courir la chance de
remporter une bourse en argent de 2500$ offert par la SODEC. Voir les critères de séleciton

DÉTAILS DE L’ÉVÉNEMENT :

  •     Dates : 23-24-25 et 26 Mai 2013.
  •     2 jours industrie du design / 2 jours grand public.
  •     Lieu : Place Bonaventure, centre ville de Montréal.
  •     Nombre de visiteurs : +/- 20 000 personnes (voir détail en pièce jointe)
  •     Plus de 400 médias locaux et internationaux sur place.
  •     Les ventes sont permises sur place. Aucune commission n’est exigée.
Pour soumettre votre candidature, veuillez compléter le formulaire de d’inscription.
* Les places sont limitées.

Pour toute demande de renseignements supplémentaires,  communiquez avec Hélène Leblanc aux coordonnées ci-dessous :

*En collaboration avec l’Agence Art x terra
 Au plaisir de vous y rencontrer !

. . . . .

HELENE LEBLANC
Chargé de projet  |  SIDIM
Sans frais : 1.877.373.8872 poste 1
Ligne directe: 514.830.2347
[email protected]
[email protected]

www.sidim.com
www.artxterra.com