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New Exhibition: Dan Pigeon, “Traces”
Saturday, September 1 – Sunday, October 7
Meet the artist opening reception: Sunday, September 9, 2 – 4pm
Traces began as an exploration of the relationship between man and land, how one shapes the other and vice versa, mostly through the avenues of agriculture and waterways. This series is visually inspired from cartography; how we use maps to record the ever-changing land in various ways and its multitude of layers. We humans trace the land with the use of maps.
I redrew sections of Niagara’s map and then traced and redrew my drawings anew a multitude of times, each time deconstructing and altering the surface of the image furthermore. Deconstructing and altering the surface of the land, much similarly as we humans do.
The title of this series arose firstly from the act of tracing a map and the plentiful meanings and interpretations of the word, trace. The final pieces that are scene here are but only hints of my original drawings of Niagara’s map, and that also only a trace of the original piece of land itself that once existed. What trace will you leave of your existence?
Dan Pigeon
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New Exhibition: “4 Artists For Charities”, October 17 to November 30
4 Artists For Charities, is an exhibit of paintings by four artists, with the proceeds of sales to be donated to designated charities. For many months the four artist colleagues and friends have been meeting regularly to discuss art, visit galleries, participate in workshops and classes and critique their work. Although their styles are different and their paintings their own, there is one thing they all agree on – they want to share their passion with others and in turn, help the community. They have individually decided to donate the proceeds of sales of paintings at the exhibit to a charity near and dear to them. Wyn Kalagian of St. Catharines and a volunteer with Wellspring Niagara, will donate her proceeds to the Cancer Support organization. Karen Zanutto of Fonthill currently a Board Member with the United Way of South Niagara will add her proceeds to the 2014 Campaign. Cathy Peters of Port Colborne and Gayle Yaksich of Hamilton will support the Region’s younger population by donating their proceeds to the Boys and Girls Club of Niagara.
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- Karen Zanutto
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- Gayle Yaksich
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- Cathy Peters
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- Wyn Kalagian
The exhibition runs from October 17 to November 30, 2014 at Arts Place Art Gallery, 714 King Street, Port Colborne, 905.834.9060.
The Artists’ Reception is scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2014, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Gallery Hours are Thursday to Sunday Noon to 4:30 p.m.
New Exhibition September 5 – October 12
Vera Romoda’s love of Mediterranean countries and people have inspired her main works in high fired porcelain pottery including functional pots, mosaics and jewellery. Using re-purposed, up-cycled silk from treasured saris. Vera also creates mixed media textiles. Her work is well known and her porcelain tile mosaics and mixed media creations are sought after works. The reception for this show takes place Sunday, September 14 from 2:00 to 4:00 at the Gallery. Vera expects to have classes this Fall on Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in creating beads, working with mosaics and other three dimensional artwork. Stay tuned for details and more information.
Preview the 22nd Annual Silent Auction
The 22nd annual Silent Auction takes place at Arts Place Gallery this Sunday, April 13 from 2 to 4:00 p.m. Preview the auction Friday, April 11 & Saturday, April 12, 12n to 4:30 pm.
Sharing Creative Inspirations
Arts Place Gallery, at 714 King Street, Port Colborne, would like to welcome you to a series of “Sharing Creative Inspirations”. Come and join and feel free to bring your “inspiration”. Whether it be a painting, poem, music, recipe or craft – every creative act is the spirit singing. This is an opportunity to validate the many facets of creativity inspired by the insights that come from its exploration. These sessions will take place on Saturday, February 1 and again on Saturday, February 15, from 1:00 to 3:00 and hosted by Linda Hankin, established artist and arts promoter
We look forward to you joining us for one or both of these interactive and inspirational sessions. Attendance is free but donations to the Gallery are always welcome.
For more information, please call Joyce Honsberger, Gallery Coordinator at 905.899.1519.
Arctic Blast, an exhibition by current & past members continues through January 30.
Artists Blast, December 19 – January 30
an exhibition by Current & Past Members
winter hours start Friday, January 3
Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12 n – 4 pm
tax free shopping
painting by Cathy Peters
2 Presentations by David Spengler Nov. 30 & Dec. 12
On Saturday, November 30, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. David will present a talk on the topic, “Creating a Beautiful Person”. David will comment on how his painting style and technique mirrors how one creates a beautiful life.
On Thursday, December 12, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. David will once again be at the gallery to lead a musical mediation and talk on winter themes entitled, “Ice & Snow”.
Both of these will be at the Gallery, 714 King Street, Port Colborne. Suggested donation for these presentations is $5.
For more info or to register, call Joyce at 905.899.1519
David’s Painting Exhibition continues thru December 15 (see previous post)
