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    Artist: Matthew Purvis “The Hysterical Male”

    Where: EEL Gallery, 1 Spadina Crescent, Toronto

    When: Feb. 1-17

    Reception: Feb. 1 5-7pm

    Gallery hours: M-W 12-5pm

    “The Hysterical Male” is the first solo exhibition by Matthew Purvis. Featuring photographs and sculptural pieces, the works explore issues of masculinity and but also seek to re-evaluate some of the aesthetic prejudices of modern art. Composed of fourteen distinct stations and more than forty elements, these aspects interact and play off each other in conflicting ways. Couched in styles that bridge classicism with folk art, the show smudges the distinctions between images and objects using the naked male body as a starting point.

    Jan 27
    Artist: Matthew Purvis “The Hysterical Male” Where: EEL Gallery, 1 Spadina Crescent, Toronto When: Feb. 1-17 Reception: Feb. 1 5-7pm Gallery hours: M-W 12-5pm “The Hysterical Male” is the first solo exhibition by Matthew Purvis. Featuring photographs and sculptural pieces, the works explore issues of masculinity and but also seek to re-evaluate some of the aesthetic prejudices of modern art. Composed of fourteen distinct stations and more than forty elements, these aspects interact and play off each other in conflicting ways. Couched in styles that bridge classicism with folk art, the show smudges the distinctions between images and objects using the naked male body as a starting point.

    MEDIA ADVISORY

     

    The Artist Project Celebrates Five Years of Supporting New & Emerging Artists

     

    (Toronto, January 16, 2012) From seasoned collectors and first time art buyers, to gallerists and interior designers, The Artist Project offers visitors a rare opportunity to meet and purchase work directly from Canadian and international artists. This face-to-face approach allows patrons to experience the thrill of discovering new talent and take home a great story along with their artwork. Special features such as Art Chats, the Untapped Emerging Artist Competition and expert-led tours also give visitors an insider’s view on new trends in the art world.

     

    This March, The Artist Project marks its fifth anniversary with yet another exciting show featuring original works by a juried selection of over 200 independent contemporary artists. The fair has grown dramatically through the years – from 90 to over 200 artists, and more than 12,000 visitors are expected to attend in 2012.  For four days (March 1-4, 2012), artists from a variety of geographic and creative backgrounds will converge and connect with patrons looking to get a glimpse of tomorrow’s Art Stars.

     

    WHAT’S ON AT TAP:

     

    Opening Night Preview Party Thursday, March 1, 7-10 PM (restricted19+) – Be among the first to view and purchase original works of art from top independent contemporary artists. Enjoy a decadent evening of art, music, and treats! A portion of the ticket proceeds from the Opening Night Party will be donated to the Canadian Art Foundation. For media passes, please RSVP to Sheryl So at sso@artcom.ca.

     

    Untapped Emerging Artist Competition – 17 of the best up-and-coming emerging artists will be invited to participate in this special exhibition for FREE. Visitors are asked to vote for their favourite Emerging Artist and the winner will be awarded a free booth in the Main Section for 2013!

     

    Installation Alley – Explore large-scale sculpture, conceptual art, and installations from the country’s most exciting emerging artists!

     

    The Energy Competition – Every artist in the show will have the opportunity to create a piece in their medium based on this year’s theme: energy. Winners will be selected by a panel of judges and awarded cash prizes. There is also a People’s Choice Award!

     

    “Take-12 SONY Studio” – TAP is pleased to welcome back SONY as the creator of the brand NEW “Take-12 SONY Studio” featuring the SONY A77 Translucent Mirror Camera, which takes 12 shots per second. This year, five photographers will use this revolutionary camera to develop exciting works. Editions will be available for purchase at the show.

     

    “Artists-at-Work” Presented by SONY – With the help of SONY’s latest camcorder, which features a built-in projector, five artists will document their artistic practices, their studios and techniques. The videos will be projected in the form of an installation in the “Artists-at-Work presented by SONY” feature space. 

    ART CHATS Series – Features a variety of engaging and inspiring seminars hosted by leading art and design experts. This year, the series features topics such as The Art Detectives by writer Joshua Knelman and an artist panel hosted by Canadian Art editor Richard Rhodes.

     

    Art Walks – Docents take visitors on an informative exploration of the show where they will meet the artists and ask the questions that visitors never think to ask! Art Walks are complimentary with admission and last approximately 30 minutes.

     

    Event Details

     

    WHEN: March 1 – 4, 2012

    WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place - 180 Princes’ Blvd | Toronto, ON

    Come by: TTC, GO, or car (Paid Parking on-site)–MAP

     

    DETAILS: Admission:  $14 (adults) | $10 (seniors / students)

    Free: Children 12 years of age or under

    Free Re-Admission

    $25 Opening Night Preview (open to 19 + years of age)

    ONLINE DISCOUNTS ON TICKETS

     

    About The Artist Project:

    The Artist Project is a meeting ground for artists, art collectors, dealers and enthusiasts and produced by MMPI. As one of the largest trade show producers in the world, MMPI is committed to the continued development and enhancement of the art world through collaboration and partnership. As international purveyors of fine art, craft, and design exhibitions, our experienced staff of art fair coordinators are credited with Art Chicago™, Volta, The Armory Show, and NEXT. MMPI Canada is also responsible for Art Toronto, the One of a Kind Shows, Interior Design Show and IIDEX/NeoCon Canada.

     

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    For media inquiries and accreditation, please contact:

    Sheryl So | sso@artscom.ca| 416-966-3421 ext. 206

    For tickets / info about the show, visit: www.theartistprojecttoronto.com 

     
    Jan 19
    MEDIA ADVISORY   The Artist Project Celebrates Five Years of Supporting New & Emerging Artists   (Toronto, January 16, 2012) From seasoned collectors and first time art buyers, to gallerists and interior designers, The Artist Project offers visitors a rare opportunity to meet and purchase work directly from Canadian and international artists. This face-to-face approach allows patrons to experience the thrill of discovering new talent and take home a great story along with their artwork. Special features such as Art Chats, the Untapped Emerging Artist Competition and expert-led tours also give visitors an insider’s view on new trends in the art world.   This March, The Artist Project marks its fifth anniversary with yet another exciting show featuring original works by a juried selection of over 200 independent contemporary artists. The fair has grown dramatically through the years – from 90 to over 200 artists, and more than 12,000 visitors are expected to attend in 2012.  For four days (March 1-4, 2012), artists from a variety of geographic and creative backgrounds will converge and connect with patrons looking to get a glimpse of tomorrow’s Art Stars.   WHAT’S ON AT TAP:   Opening Night Preview Party Thursday, March 1, 7-10 PM (restricted19+) – Be among the first to view and purchase original works of art from top independent contemporary artists. Enjoy a decadent evening of art, music, and treats! A portion of the ticket proceeds from the Opening Night Party will be donated to the Canadian Art Foundation. For media passes, please RSVP to Sheryl So at sso@artcom.ca.   Untapped Emerging Artist Competition – 17 of the best up-and-coming emerging artists will be invited to participate in this special exhibition for FREE. Visitors are asked to vote for their favourite Emerging Artist and the winner will be awarded a free booth in the Main Section for 2013!   Installation Alley – Explore large-scale sculpture, conceptual art, and installations from the country’s most exciting emerging artists!   The Energy Competition – Every artist in the show will have the opportunity to create a piece in their medium based on this year’s theme: energy. Winners will be selected by a panel of judges and awarded cash prizes. There is also a People’s Choice Award!   “Take-12 SONY Studio” – TAP is pleased to welcome back SONY as the creator of the brand NEW “Take-12 SONY Studio” featuring the SONY A77 Translucent Mirror Camera, which takes 12 shots per second. This year, five photographers will use this revolutionary camera to develop exciting works. Editions will be available for purchase at the show.   “Artists-at-Work” Presented by SONY – With the help of SONY’s latest camcorder, which features a built-in projector, five artists will document their artistic practices, their studios and techniques. The videos will be projected in the form of an installation in the “Artists-at-Work presented by SONY” feature space.  ART CHATS Series – Features a variety of engaging and inspiring seminars hosted by leading art and design experts. This year, the series features topics such as The Art Detectives by writer Joshua Knelman and an artist panel hosted by Canadian Art editor Richard Rhodes.   Art Walks – Docents take visitors on an informative exploration of the show where they will meet the artists and ask the questions that visitors never think to ask! Art Walks are complimentary with admission and last approximately 30 minutes.   Event Details   WHEN: March 1 – 4, 2012 WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place - 180 Princes’ Blvd | Toronto, ON Come by: TTC, GO, or car (Paid Parking on-site)–MAP   DETAILS: Admission:  $14 (adults) | $10 (seniors / students) Free: Children 12 years of age or under Free Re-Admission $25 Opening Night Preview (open to 19 + years of age) ONLINE DISCOUNTS ON TICKETS   About The Artist Project: The Artist Project is a meeting ground for artists, art collectors, dealers and enthusiasts and produced by MMPI. As one of the largest trade show producers in the world, MMPI is committed to the continued development and enhancement of the art world through collaboration and partnership. As international purveyors of fine art, craft, and design exhibitions, our experienced staff of art fair coordinators are credited with Art Chicago™, Volta, The Armory Show, and NEXT. MMPI Canada is also responsible for Art Toronto, the One of a Kind Shows, Interior Design Show and IIDEX/NeoCon Canada.   -30-   For media inquiries and accreditation, please contact: Sheryl So | sso@artscom.ca| 416-966-3421 ext. 206 For tickets / info about the show, visit: www.theartistprojecttoronto.com   

    The Critical Wake of Makemake @ Fountain Enterprises

    1261 Dundas St West, Toronto

    an exhibition by Kathleen Reichelt and performance by art noise band 253469

    Opening Party Thursday, December 15, 9pm

    The Critical Wake of Makemake is an imagined manifestation and the yet un-realized vessel moving towards antirealism.  It is a fictional understanding communicated through a state of constant becoming.  It is created in order to claim its rightful place in the present.  The creative inheritance being colour and transparency, rituals and the rites of masks, concealment and revealing.  Visualized openings and objects appear to convey relationships of struggle, power, ease and awkwardness through overlapping and propinquity.  Power can be seen as European realism still trumping other cultural, individual and philosophical alternatives.  Abstraction can be seen as the rejection to this that it was 70 years ago.

    The Critical Wake of Makemake is also a live performance by the art noise band 253469 starting at 9pm on Thursday December 15th.  Two 30 minute punk jazz performances including such standards as “I fly my plane backwards”, “Round the decibel” and “A ton of nothing” (senseless language, analogue and digital synthesizers and one loud electric stick guitar.)

    Exhibition runs 12.15.11 - 01.25.12

    For more information contact Maggy Perry at 647.764.0307

    or Kathleen Reichelt at 416.670.4692

    www.studio469.blogspot.com and www.253469.blogspot.com
    Dec 13
    The Critical Wake of Makemake @ Fountain Enterprises 1261 Dundas St West, Toronto an exhibition by Kathleen Reichelt and performance by art noise band 253469 Opening Party Thursday, December 15, 9pm The Critical Wake of Makemake is an imagined manifestation and the yet un-realized vessel moving towards antirealism.  It is a fictional understanding communicated through a state of constant becoming.  It is created in order to claim its rightful place in the present.  The creative inheritance being colour and transparency, rituals and the rites of masks, concealment and revealing.  Visualized openings and objects appear to convey relationships of struggle, power, ease and awkwardness through overlapping and propinquity.  Power can be seen as European realism still trumping other cultural, individual and philosophical alternatives.  Abstraction can be seen as the rejection to this that it was 70 years ago. The Critical Wake of Makemake is also a live performance by the art noise band 253469 starting at 9pm on Thursday December 15th.  Two 30 minute punk jazz performances including such standards as “I fly my plane backwards”, “Round the decibel” and “A ton of nothing” (senseless language, analogue and digital synthesizers and one loud electric stick guitar.) Exhibition runs 12.15.11 - 01.25.12 For more information contact Maggy Perry at 647.764.0307 or Kathleen Reichelt at 416.670.4692 www.studio469.blogspot.com and www.253469.blogspot.com

    The Keyhole Sessions is an erotic art community. We hold life-drawing extravaganzas on the second Tuesday of every month, all to the tune of some pretty sweet beats.

    It’s that time again when we close off the year in true TKS style. We’re wishing you a happy holidays with one very special, last drawing hurrah: our tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen.
    Come draw 3 lovely models as they bid you an icy farewell to 2011. 
    Intermission performance by sultry bellringers, Pavlov’s Dogs Handbell Ensemble.
    Yay!
    And if you’re lucky, you’ll be the winner of the night’s treat, your very own copy of The Snow Queen.

    *** In order to help spread some warmth this season, we’re asking you to bring a non-perishable in support of the Daily Bread Food Bank.

    Best items to bring are:
    Baby formula & food
    Beans & lentils
    Canned fruits & vegetables
    Canned fish & meat
    Cans of soup or hearty stew
    Dried pasta & tomato sauce
    Macaroni & cheese
    Peanut butter
    Rice
    Canned, powdered or Tetra Pak cartons of milk***

    Tuesday, December 13th
    The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West at Dovercourt
    Doors and bar at 7pm. Drawing from 7:30-10:30ish
    $20; $17 with Student ID 
    Dec 06
    The Keyhole Sessions is an erotic art community. We hold life-drawing extravaganzas on the second Tuesday of every month, all to the tune of some pretty sweet beats. It’s that time again when we close off the year in true TKS style. We’re wishing you a happy holidays with one very special, last drawing hurrah: our tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen. Come draw 3 lovely models as they bid you an icy farewell to 2011.  Intermission performance by sultry bellringers, Pavlov’s Dogs Handbell Ensemble. Yay! And if you’re lucky, you’ll be the winner of the night’s treat, your very own copy of The Snow Queen. *** In order to help spread some warmth this season, we’re asking you to bring a non-perishable in support of the Daily Bread Food Bank. Best items to bring are: Baby formula & food Beans & lentils Canned fruits & vegetables Canned fish & meat Cans of soup or hearty stew Dried pasta & tomato sauce Macaroni & cheese Peanut butter Rice Canned, powdered or Tetra Pak cartons of milk*** Tuesday, December 13th The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West at DovercourtDoors and bar at 7pm. Drawing from 7:30-10:30ish $20; $17 with Student ID 

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    Posted on Friday February 3rd 2012 at 12:18pm. Its tags are listed below.

    Feb 18 - Feb 25 LASTIN: Emerging. Established. Fresh. LASTIN is a one-week juried exhibition featuring work mainly from emerging artists of Canada as well as established artists at a destination boutique space. LASTIN is designed to support and promote fresh ideas, experimental spirit and personal development by showcasing emerging work on a regular basis and integrating with highly acclaimed international artists that BBG represents. Exhibition Dates: February 18 - 25RECEPTION: Feb 18 (Saturday), 12-3pmFree AdmissionFeatured Artists:Alain Boix TorrienteSean McLauchlanFariz KovalchukTanya KlochkovLina FaroussiDavid BrownFrancis LutaFavier MesaIrit EpsteinFacebook Event Page:http://www.facebook.com/events/350309234993498/
    Feb 18 - Feb 25 LASTIN: Emerging. Established. Fresh. LASTIN is a one-week juried exhibition featuring work mainly from emerging artists of Canada as well as established artists at a destination boutique space. LASTIN is designed to support and promote fresh ideas, experimental spirit and personal development by showcasing emerging work on a regular basis and integrating with highly acclaimed international artists that BBG represents. Exhibition Dates: February 18 - 25RECEPTION: Feb 18 (Saturday), 12-3pmFree AdmissionFeatured Artists:Alain Boix TorrienteSean McLauchlanFariz KovalchukTanya KlochkovLina FaroussiDavid BrownFrancis LutaFavier MesaIrit EpsteinFacebook Event Page:http://www.facebook.com/events/350309234993498/

    Feb 18 - Feb 25 LASTIN: Emerging. Established. Fresh.

    LASTIN is a one-week juried exhibition featuring work mainly from emerging artists of Canada as well as established artists at a destination boutique space. LASTIN is designed to support and promote fresh ideas, experimental spirit and personal development by showcasing emerging work on a regular basis and integrating with highly acclaimed international artists that BBG represents. 

    Exhibition Dates: February 18 - 25
    RECEPTION: Feb 18 (Saturday), 12-3pm
    Free Admission

    Featured Artists:

    Alain Boix Torriente
    Sean McLauchlan
    Fariz Kovalchuk
    Tanya Klochkov
    Lina Faroussi
    David Brown
    Francis Luta
    Favier Mesa
    Irit Epstein


    Facebook Event Page:
    http://www.facebook.com/events/350309234993498/

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    Posted on Thursday February 2nd 2012 at 07:55pm. Its tags are listed below.

    Image: Symbiotic by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 11”w x 14”h www.AmyGuidry.com In the past fifteen years, Louisiana-based artist Amy Guidry has made the most of that time cultivating her career as an artist. The results of which will be exhibited at the Slidell Cultural Center beginning February 24th. The work featured will include many of Guidry’s most popular paintings, including those that garnered her the attention of American Artist magazine and MTV’s The Real World: Hollywood. Viewers will get a look inside the evolution of what have become progressively more surreal paintings and have the opportunity to meet the artist. Amy Guidry: Hyperreality will open February 24th- March 30th with an opening reception from 7-9pm, February 24th, at the Slidell Cultural Center. This solo exhibition will feature paintings from several of Guidry’s series, including early portraits and social commentary works. As stated by the artist, “My work stems from two loves- Psychology and Art. With Surrealism being the grand marriage of the two, I was naturally drawn to every aspect behind the movement. Themes I explore involve the human psyche- who we are and how we interact with each other, including our relationship with other animals and the natural world.” Amy Guidry’s work has been exhibited in galleries and museums nationwide including the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, the Alexandria Museum of Art , Brandeis University, and the Acadiana Center for the Arts. She recently received the Best of Show award in the Surreal Salon held at the Baton Rouge Gallery- Center for Contemporary Art this past January. Her work is present in private and public collections including the Alexandria Museum of Art , the Zigler Art Museum, the Schepis Museum, and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Guidry’s paintings have been featured in publications such as American Artist Magazine, Professional Artist Magazine, Adbusters, and Newsday. Her work has also been featured on MTV’ s The Real World, Season 20: Hollywood as well as the upcoming feature film “When Angels Sing” starring Harry Connick, Jr. and Lyle Lovett. Guidry grew up in Slidell, LA and later attended Loyola University New Orleans where she received her Bachelors degree in Visual Art in 1998. Amy Guidry: Hyperreality Slidell Cultural Center 2055 Second StSlidell, Louisiana 70458 Feb. 24 - Mar. 30, 2012 Opening reception: Feb. 24, 7-9pm
    Image: Symbiotic by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 11”w x 14”h www.AmyGuidry.com In the past fifteen years, Louisiana-based artist Amy Guidry has made the most of that time cultivating her career as an artist. The results of which will be exhibited at the Slidell Cultural Center beginning February 24th. The work featured will include many of Guidry’s most popular paintings, including those that garnered her the attention of American Artist magazine and MTV’s The Real World: Hollywood. Viewers will get a look inside the evolution of what have become progressively more surreal paintings and have the opportunity to meet the artist. Amy Guidry: Hyperreality will open February 24th- March 30th with an opening reception from 7-9pm, February 24th, at the Slidell Cultural Center. This solo exhibition will feature paintings from several of Guidry’s series, including early portraits and social commentary works. As stated by the artist, “My work stems from two loves- Psychology and Art. With Surrealism being the grand marriage of the two, I was naturally drawn to every aspect behind the movement. Themes I explore involve the human psyche- who we are and how we interact with each other, including our relationship with other animals and the natural world.” Amy Guidry’s work has been exhibited in galleries and museums nationwide including the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, the Alexandria Museum of Art , Brandeis University, and the Acadiana Center for the Arts. She recently received the Best of Show award in the Surreal Salon held at the Baton Rouge Gallery- Center for Contemporary Art this past January. Her work is present in private and public collections including the Alexandria Museum of Art , the Zigler Art Museum, the Schepis Museum, and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Guidry’s paintings have been featured in publications such as American Artist Magazine, Professional Artist Magazine, Adbusters, and Newsday. Her work has also been featured on MTV’ s The Real World, Season 20: Hollywood as well as the upcoming feature film “When Angels Sing” starring Harry Connick, Jr. and Lyle Lovett. Guidry grew up in Slidell, LA and later attended Loyola University New Orleans where she received her Bachelors degree in Visual Art in 1998. Amy Guidry: Hyperreality Slidell Cultural Center 2055 Second StSlidell, Louisiana 70458 Feb. 24 - Mar. 30, 2012 Opening reception: Feb. 24, 7-9pm

    Image: Symbiotic by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 11”w x 14”h

    www.AmyGuidry.com

    In the past fifteen years, Louisiana-based artist Amy Guidry has made the most of that time cultivating her career as an artist. The results of which will be exhibited at the Slidell Cultural Center beginning February 24th. The work featured will include many of Guidry’s most popular paintings, including those that garnered her the attention of American Artist magazine and MTV’s The Real World: Hollywood. Viewers will get a look inside the evolution of what have become progressively more surreal paintings and have the opportunity to meet the artist. Amy Guidry: Hyperreality will open February 24th- March 30th with an opening reception from 7-9pm, February 24th, at the Slidell Cultural Center.


    This solo exhibition will feature paintings from several of Guidry’s series, including early portraits and social commentary works. As stated by the artist, “My work stems from two loves- Psychology and Art. With Surrealism being the grand marriage of the two, I was naturally drawn to every aspect behind the movement. Themes I explore involve the human psyche- who we are and how we interact with each other, including our relationship with other animals and the natural world.”


    Amy Guidry’s work has been exhibited in galleries and museums nationwide including the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, the Alexandria Museum of Art , Brandeis University, and the Acadiana Center for the Arts. She recently received the Best of Show award in the Surreal Salon held at the Baton Rouge Gallery- Center for Contemporary Art this past January. Her work is present in private and public collections including the Alexandria Museum of Art , the Zigler Art Museum, the Schepis Museum, and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Guidry’s paintings have been featured in publications such as American Artist Magazine, Professional Artist Magazine, Adbusters, and Newsday. Her work has also been featured on MTV’ s The Real World, Season 20: Hollywood as well as the upcoming feature film “When Angels Sing” starring Harry Connick, Jr. and Lyle Lovett. Guidry grew up in Slidell, LA and later attended Loyola University New Orleans where she received her Bachelors degree in Visual Art in 1998.


    Amy Guidry: Hyperreality

    Slidell Cultural Center

    2055 Second St
    Slidell, Louisiana 70458

    Feb. 24 - Mar. 30, 2012

    Opening reception: Feb. 24, 7-9pm

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    Posted on Saturday January 28th 2012 at 11:44am. Its tags are listed below.

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    Posted on Friday January 27th 2012 at 05:43pm. Its tags are listed below.

    Artist: Matthew Purvis “The Hysterical Male” Where: EEL Gallery, 1 Spadina Crescent, Toronto When: Feb. 1-17 Reception: Feb. 1 5-7pm Gallery hours: M-W 12-5pm “The Hysterical Male” is the first solo exhibition by Matthew Purvis. Featuring photographs and sculptural pieces, the works explore issues of masculinity and but also seek to re-evaluate some of the aesthetic prejudices of modern art. Composed of fourteen distinct stations and more than forty elements, these aspects interact and play off each other in conflicting ways. Couched in styles that bridge classicism with folk art, the show smudges the distinctions between images and objects using the naked male body as a starting point.
    Artist: Matthew Purvis “The Hysterical Male” Where: EEL Gallery, 1 Spadina Crescent, Toronto When: Feb. 1-17 Reception: Feb. 1 5-7pm Gallery hours: M-W 12-5pm “The Hysterical Male” is the first solo exhibition by Matthew Purvis. Featuring photographs and sculptural pieces, the works explore issues of masculinity and but also seek to re-evaluate some of the aesthetic prejudices of modern art. Composed of fourteen distinct stations and more than forty elements, these aspects interact and play off each other in conflicting ways. Couched in styles that bridge classicism with folk art, the show smudges the distinctions between images and objects using the naked male body as a starting point.

    Artist: Matthew Purvis “The Hysterical Male”

    Where: EEL Gallery, 1 Spadina Crescent, Toronto

    When: Feb. 1-17

    Reception: Feb. 1 5-7pm

    Gallery hours: M-W 12-5pm

    “The Hysterical Male” is the first solo exhibition by Matthew Purvis. Featuring photographs and sculptural pieces, the works explore issues of masculinity and but also seek to re-evaluate some of the aesthetic prejudices of modern art. Composed of fourteen distinct stations and more than forty elements, these aspects interact and play off each other in conflicting ways. Couched in styles that bridge classicism with folk art, the show smudges the distinctions between images and objects using the naked male body as a starting point.

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    Posted on Monday January 23rd 2012 at 10:45am. Its tags are listed below.

    Rebecca Cairns ‘Inchoate’ is a direct passage into the unformed, incomplete and indefinite states of human existence.  Image by image the observer is submerged into a dream state, one that drifts through a series of beautifully mystifying experiences, and wakes just short of reality. The presence and absence of form in Cairns images exhibit a clear understanding of the isolation and dissociation experienced by the human body through time and space.   A 2011 graduate of the Creative Photography Program at Humber College, Cairns has shown in several group shows over the past year and has appeared in various publications.  Her work has also been exhibited internationally in France, England and Vienna.  To add to her credentials, Cairns has a self-published book of photographs and personal writing entitled ‘Ghost’.  Akasha Art Projects is honoured to present the first solo show by this newly discovered talent. akasha art projects 511 church st suite 200 toronto, on m4y 2c9 647.348.0104 akashart@rogers.com akashaart.com
    Rebecca Cairns ‘Inchoate’ is a direct passage into the unformed, incomplete and indefinite states of human existence.  Image by image the observer is submerged into a dream state, one that drifts through a series of beautifully mystifying experiences, and wakes just short of reality. The presence and absence of form in Cairns images exhibit a clear understanding of the isolation and dissociation experienced by the human body through time and space.   A 2011 graduate of the Creative Photography Program at Humber College, Cairns has shown in several group shows over the past year and has appeared in various publications.  Her work has also been exhibited internationally in France, England and Vienna.  To add to her credentials, Cairns has a self-published book of photographs and personal writing entitled ‘Ghost’.  Akasha Art Projects is honoured to present the first solo show by this newly discovered talent. akasha art projects 511 church st suite 200 toronto, on m4y 2c9 647.348.0104 akashart@rogers.com akashaart.com

    Rebecca Cairns ‘Inchoate’ is a direct passage into the unformed, incomplete and indefinite states of human existence.  Image by image the observer is submerged into a dream state, one that drifts through a series of beautifully mystifying experiences, and wakes just short of reality. The presence and absence of form in Cairns images exhibit a clear understanding of the isolation and dissociation experienced by the human body through time and space.

     

    A 2011 graduate of the Creative Photography Program at Humber College, Cairns has shown in several group shows over the past year and has appeared in various publications.  Her work has also been exhibited internationally in France, England and Vienna.  To add to her credentials, Cairns has a self-published book of photographs and personal writing entitled ‘Ghost’.  Akasha Art Projects is honoured to present the first solo show by this newly discovered talent.

    akasha art projects

    511 church st

    suite 200

    toronto, on m4y 2c9

    647.348.0104

    akashart@rogers.com

    akashaart.com

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    Posted on Thursday January 19th 2012 at 02:06pm. Its tags are listed below.

    MEDIA ADVISORY   The Artist Project Celebrates Five Years of Supporting New & Emerging Artists   (Toronto, January 16, 2012) From seasoned collectors and first time art buyers, to gallerists and interior designers, The Artist Project offers visitors a rare opportunity to meet and purchase work directly from Canadian and international artists. This face-to-face approach allows patrons to experience the thrill of discovering new talent and take home a great story along with their artwork. Special features such as Art Chats, the Untapped Emerging Artist Competition and expert-led tours also give visitors an insider’s view on new trends in the art world.   This March, The Artist Project marks its fifth anniversary with yet another exciting show featuring original works by a juried selection of over 200 independent contemporary artists. The fair has grown dramatically through the years – from 90 to over 200 artists, and more than 12,000 visitors are expected to attend in 2012.  For four days (March 1-4, 2012), artists from a variety of geographic and creative backgrounds will converge and connect with patrons looking to get a glimpse of tomorrow’s Art Stars.   WHAT’S ON AT TAP:   Opening Night Preview Party Thursday, March 1, 7-10 PM (restricted19+) – Be among the first to view and purchase original works of art from top independent contemporary artists. Enjoy a decadent evening of art, music, and treats! A portion of the ticket proceeds from the Opening Night Party will be donated to the Canadian Art Foundation. For media passes, please RSVP to Sheryl So at sso@artcom.ca.   Untapped Emerging Artist Competition – 17 of the best up-and-coming emerging artists will be invited to participate in this special exhibition for FREE. Visitors are asked to vote for their favourite Emerging Artist and the winner will be awarded a free booth in the Main Section for 2013!   Installation Alley – Explore large-scale sculpture, conceptual art, and installations from the country’s most exciting emerging artists!   The Energy Competition – Every artist in the show will have the opportunity to create a piece in their medium based on this year’s theme: energy. Winners will be selected by a panel of judges and awarded cash prizes. There is also a People’s Choice Award!   “Take-12 SONY Studio” – TAP is pleased to welcome back SONY as the creator of the brand NEW “Take-12 SONY Studio” featuring the SONY A77 Translucent Mirror Camera, which takes 12 shots per second. This year, five photographers will use this revolutionary camera to develop exciting works. Editions will be available for purchase at the show.   “Artists-at-Work” Presented by SONY – With the help of SONY’s latest camcorder, which features a built-in projector, five artists will document their artistic practices, their studios and techniques. The videos will be projected in the form of an installation in the “Artists-at-Work presented by SONY” feature space.  ART CHATS Series – Features a variety of engaging and inspiring seminars hosted by leading art and design experts. This year, the series features topics such as The Art Detectives by writer Joshua Knelman and an artist panel hosted by Canadian Art editor Richard Rhodes.   Art Walks – Docents take visitors on an informative exploration of the show where they will meet the artists and ask the questions that visitors never think to ask! Art Walks are complimentary with admission and last approximately 30 minutes.   Event Details   WHEN: March 1 – 4, 2012 WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place - 180 Princes’ Blvd | Toronto, ON Come by: TTC, GO, or car (Paid Parking on-site)–MAP   DETAILS: Admission:  $14 (adults) | $10 (seniors / students) Free: Children 12 years of age or under Free Re-Admission $25 Opening Night Preview (open to 19 + years of age) ONLINE DISCOUNTS ON TICKETS   About The Artist Project: The Artist Project is a meeting ground for artists, art collectors, dealers and enthusiasts and produced by MMPI. As one of the largest trade show producers in the world, MMPI is committed to the continued development and enhancement of the art world through collaboration and partnership. As international purveyors of fine art, craft, and design exhibitions, our experienced staff of art fair coordinators are credited with Art Chicago™, Volta, The Armory Show, and NEXT. MMPI Canada is also responsible for Art Toronto, the One of a Kind Shows, Interior Design Show and IIDEX/NeoCon Canada.   -30-   For media inquiries and accreditation, please contact: Sheryl So | sso@artscom.ca| 416-966-3421 ext. 206 For tickets / info about the show, visit: www.theartistprojecttoronto.com   

    MEDIA ADVISORY

     

    The Artist Project Celebrates Five Years of Supporting New & Emerging Artists

     

    (Toronto, January 16, 2012) From seasoned collectors and first time art buyers, to gallerists and interior designers, The Artist Project offers visitors a rare opportunity to meet and purchase work directly from Canadian and international artists. This face-to-face approach allows patrons to experience the thrill of discovering new talent and take home a great story along with their artwork. Special features such as Art Chats, the Untapped Emerging Artist Competition and expert-led tours also give visitors an insider’s view on new trends in the art world.

     

    This March, The Artist Project marks its fifth anniversary with yet another exciting show featuring original works by a juried selection of over 200 independent contemporary artists. The fair has grown dramatically through the years – from 90 to over 200 artists, and more than 12,000 visitors are expected to attend in 2012.  For four days (March 1-4, 2012), artists from a variety of geographic and creative backgrounds will converge and connect with patrons looking to get a glimpse of tomorrow’s Art Stars.

     

    WHAT’S ON AT TAP:

     

    Opening Night Preview Party Thursday, March 1, 7-10 PM (restricted19+) – Be among the first to view and purchase original works of art from top independent contemporary artists. Enjoy a decadent evening of art, music, and treats! A portion of the ticket proceeds from the Opening Night Party will be donated to the Canadian Art Foundation. For media passes, please RSVP to Sheryl So at sso@artcom.ca.

     

    Untapped Emerging Artist Competition – 17 of the best up-and-coming emerging artists will be invited to participate in this special exhibition for FREE. Visitors are asked to vote for their favourite Emerging Artist and the winner will be awarded a free booth in the Main Section for 2013!

     

    Installation Alley – Explore large-scale sculpture, conceptual art, and installations from the country’s most exciting emerging artists!

     

    The Energy Competition – Every artist in the show will have the opportunity to create a piece in their medium based on this year’s theme: energy. Winners will be selected by a panel of judges and awarded cash prizes. There is also a People’s Choice Award!

     

    “Take-12 SONY Studio” – TAP is pleased to welcome back SONY as the creator of the brand NEW “Take-12 SONY Studio” featuring the SONY A77 Translucent Mirror Camera, which takes 12 shots per second. This year, five photographers will use this revolutionary camera to develop exciting works. Editions will be available for purchase at the show.

     

    “Artists-at-Work” Presented by SONY – With the help of SONY’s latest camcorder, which features a built-in projector, five artists will document their artistic practices, their studios and techniques. The videos will be projected in the form of an installation in the “Artists-at-Work presented by SONY” feature space. 

    ART CHATS Series – Features a variety of engaging and inspiring seminars hosted by leading art and design experts. This year, the series features topics such as The Art Detectives by writer Joshua Knelman and an artist panel hosted by Canadian Art editor Richard Rhodes.

     

    Art Walks – Docents take visitors on an informative exploration of the show where they will meet the artists and ask the questions that visitors never think to ask! Art Walks are complimentary with admission and last approximately 30 minutes.

     

    Event Details

     

    WHEN: March 1 – 4, 2012

    WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place - 180 Princes’ Blvd | Toronto, ON

    Come by: TTC, GO, or car (Paid Parking on-site)–MAP

     

    DETAILS: Admission:  $14 (adults) | $10 (seniors / students)

    Free: Children 12 years of age or under

    Free Re-Admission

    $25 Opening Night Preview (open to 19 + years of age)

    ONLINE DISCOUNTS ON TICKETS

     

    About The Artist Project:

    The Artist Project is a meeting ground for artists, art collectors, dealers and enthusiasts and produced by MMPI. As one of the largest trade show producers in the world, MMPI is committed to the continued development and enhancement of the art world through collaboration and partnership. As international purveyors of fine art, craft, and design exhibitions, our experienced staff of art fair coordinators are credited with Art Chicago™, Volta, The Armory Show, and NEXT. MMPI Canada is also responsible for Art Toronto, the One of a Kind Shows, Interior Design Show and IIDEX/NeoCon Canada.

     

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    For media inquiries and accreditation, please contact:

    Sheryl So | sso@artscom.ca| 416-966-3421 ext. 206

    For tickets / info about the show, visit: www.theartistprojecttoronto.com 

     

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    Posted on Tuesday January 10th 2012 at 08:24pm. Its tags are listed below.

    Hearts    a fundraiser for the Love Yourself Project curated byOylun  Albayrak Artist:  Oylun Albayrak, Alexis Carreno, Lainie Dalby, Berglind Holm, Charlotte Mouquin, Michael Mut, Mike Rimbaud January 25 - February 25,  2012 Opening Reception February 3  Friday 6-8 pm Origami Heart Making  February 11  Saturday 1-5 pm The Heart is known as the center of one’s emotions and thoughts of love. Today, we use the heart as a symbol to represent “Self-love”.  The artists in this exhibition come together to invoke and share one thing in common : the love of self. Self love is the willingness and openness to look within and appreciate who we are right now.  The artists included in “Hearts” stand out in their desire to understand themselves and their efforts to inspire self-knowledge and self-preservation.  In reaction to the pursuit of love deemed necessary in today’s society where the self gains worth through the eyes of others, the Love Yourself Project and this exhibition are influenced by the role of self-love as an initial necessity for the generation of all kinds of love. The familiar shape of the heart, hence, becomes a symbol of individuals celebrating themselves. Knowing and loving oneself is celebrated as the first step in understanding and loving others.  The Love Yourself Project was created to spread a message of unconditional self-love, and through education and visual arts, we aim to celebrate and empower communities around the world. For more information go to: The Love Yourself Project
    Hearts    a fundraiser for the Love Yourself Project curated byOylun  Albayrak Artist:  Oylun Albayrak, Alexis Carreno, Lainie Dalby, Berglind Holm, Charlotte Mouquin, Michael Mut, Mike Rimbaud January 25 - February 25,  2012 Opening Reception February 3  Friday 6-8 pm Origami Heart Making  February 11  Saturday 1-5 pm The Heart is known as the center of one’s emotions and thoughts of love. Today, we use the heart as a symbol to represent “Self-love”.  The artists in this exhibition come together to invoke and share one thing in common : the love of self. Self love is the willingness and openness to look within and appreciate who we are right now.  The artists included in “Hearts” stand out in their desire to understand themselves and their efforts to inspire self-knowledge and self-preservation.  In reaction to the pursuit of love deemed necessary in today’s society where the self gains worth through the eyes of others, the Love Yourself Project and this exhibition are influenced by the role of self-love as an initial necessity for the generation of all kinds of love. The familiar shape of the heart, hence, becomes a symbol of individuals celebrating themselves. Knowing and loving oneself is celebrated as the first step in understanding and loving others.  The Love Yourself Project was created to spread a message of unconditional self-love, and through education and visual arts, we aim to celebrate and empower communities around the world. For more information go to: The Love Yourself Project

    Hearts    a fundraiser for the Love Yourself Project

    curated byOylun  Albayrak

    Artist:  Oylun Albayrak, Alexis Carreno, Lainie Dalby, Berglind Holm, Charlotte Mouquin, Michael Mut, Mike Rimbaud

    January 25 - February 25,  2012

    Opening Reception February 3  Friday 6-8 pm

    Origami Heart Making  February 11  Saturday 1-5 pm

    The Heart is known as the center of one’s emotions and thoughts of love. Today, we use the heart as a symbol to represent “Self-love”. 

    The artists in this exhibition come together to invoke and share one thing in common : the love of self. Self love is the willingness and openness to look within and appreciate who we are right now.  The artists included in “Hearts” stand out in their desire to understand themselves and their efforts to inspire self-knowledge and self-preservation. 

    In reaction to the pursuit of love deemed necessary in today’s society where the self gains worth through the eyes of others, the Love Yourself Project and this exhibition are influenced by the role of self-love as an initial necessity for the generation of all kinds of love. The familiar shape of the heart, hence, becomes a symbol of individuals celebrating themselves. Knowing and loving oneself is celebrated as the first step in understanding and loving others. 

    The Love Yourself Project was created to spread a message of unconditional self-love, and through education and visual arts, we aim to celebrate and empower communities around the world.

    For more information go to: The Love Yourself Project

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    The AC Institute Presents: Stephen Eakin: TRYING TO SAVE IT ALL Megan Mjaatvedt: DENSELY WOODED AND PRECIPITOUS MOUNTAIN Marco Pinter: Reflections and Object Permanence  January 12 – February 4, 2012 Opening Event: Thursday, January 12, 6-8pm   Special Performances: Gravitational Forces and other new work by Marco Pinter Thursday, February 2, 7pm   Contact: info@artcurrents.org www.artcurrents.org All exhibitions are free and open to the public. 547 W. 27th St. #610 and the AC (Exit) Project Space New York, NY 10001
    The AC Institute Presents: Stephen Eakin: TRYING TO SAVE IT ALL Megan Mjaatvedt: DENSELY WOODED AND PRECIPITOUS MOUNTAIN Marco Pinter: Reflections and Object Permanence  January 12 – February 4, 2012 Opening Event: Thursday, January 12, 6-8pm   Special Performances: Gravitational Forces and other new work by Marco Pinter Thursday, February 2, 7pm   Contact: info@artcurrents.org www.artcurrents.org All exhibitions are free and open to the public. 547 W. 27th St. #610 and the AC (Exit) Project Space New York, NY 10001

    The AC Institute Presents:

    Stephen Eakin: TRYING TO SAVE IT ALL

    Megan Mjaatvedt: DENSELY WOODED AND PRECIPITOUS MOUNTAIN

    Marco Pinter: Reflections and Object Permanence 

    January 12 – February 4, 2012

    Opening Event: Thursday, January 12, 6-8pm

     

    Special Performances:

    Gravitational Forces and other new work by Marco Pinter

    Thursday, February 2, 7pm

     

    Contact: info@artcurrents.org

    www.artcurrents.org

    All exhibitions are free and open to the public.

    547 W. 27th St. #610 and the AC (Exit) Project Space

    New York, NY 10001

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    HibernusDavid Ellingsen January 5 – February 4, 2012 Opening reception January 7, 5 - 8 pmakasha art projects welcomes this New Year with an exclusive photographic exhibition by award winning Vancouver based photographer David Ellingsen. In this body of work, entitled ‘Hibernus’, Ellingsen utilizes botanical subject matter to explore personal notions of natural order, the cycle of life, as well as kinship with, and disassociation from, one’s environment.  Use of, the now discontinued, Polaroid 55PN film has allowed Ellingsen to capture pure, organic images that demonstrate broad tonal range.  Hand processed and archivally printed, these photographs emanate a richness that makes each one strikingly beautiful and uniquely authentic.       akasha art projects 511 church st suite 200 toronto on m4y 2c9 647.348.0104 akashart@rogers.com akashaart.com           akasha art projects is an independently owned and operated gallery that showcases Contemporary Photography from both emerging and mid-career artists.  With monthly exhibitions, this gallery provides an open space through which the ingenuity of the photographic lens can both flourish and thrive.hours: Mon – Wed 10 - 6   Thurs – Fri 10 – 7  Sat  11 – 6 or by appointment
    HibernusDavid Ellingsen January 5 – February 4, 2012 Opening reception January 7, 5 - 8 pmakasha art projects welcomes this New Year with an exclusive photographic exhibition by award winning Vancouver based photographer David Ellingsen. In this body of work, entitled ‘Hibernus’, Ellingsen utilizes botanical subject matter to explore personal notions of natural order, the cycle of life, as well as kinship with, and disassociation from, one’s environment.  Use of, the now discontinued, Polaroid 55PN film has allowed Ellingsen to capture pure, organic images that demonstrate broad tonal range.  Hand processed and archivally printed, these photographs emanate a richness that makes each one strikingly beautiful and uniquely authentic.       akasha art projects 511 church st suite 200 toronto on m4y 2c9 647.348.0104 akashart@rogers.com akashaart.com           akasha art projects is an independently owned and operated gallery that showcases Contemporary Photography from both emerging and mid-career artists.  With monthly exhibitions, this gallery provides an open space through which the ingenuity of the photographic lens can both flourish and thrive.hours: Mon – Wed 10 - 6   Thurs – Fri 10 – 7  Sat  11 – 6 or by appointment

    Hibernus
    David Ellingsen
    January 5 – February 4, 2012
    Opening reception January 7, 5 - 8 pm

    akasha art projects welcomes this New Year with an exclusive photographic exhibition by award winning Vancouver based photographer David Ellingsen.
    In this body of work, entitled ‘Hibernus’, Ellingsen utilizes botanical subject matter to explore personal notions of natural order, the cycle of life, as well as
    kinship with, and disassociation from, one’s environment.  Use of, the now discontinued, Polaroid 55PN film has allowed Ellingsen to capture pure, organic
    images that demonstrate broad tonal range.  Hand processed and archivally printed, these photographs emanate a richness that makes each one strikingly
    beautiful and uniquely authentic.   
     
     
    akasha art projects
    511 church st suite 200 toronto
    on m4y 2c9 647.348.0104 
    akashart@rogers.com
    akashaart.com   
           
    akasha art projects is an independently owned and operated gallery that showcases Contemporary Photography
    from both emerging and mid-career artists.  With monthly exhibitions, this gallery provides an open space through
    which the ingenuity of the photographic lens can both flourish and thrive.

    hours:
    Mon – Wed 10 - 6  
    Thurs – Fri 10 – 7 
    Sat  11 – 6 or by appointment

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    The Critical Wake of Makemake @ Fountain Enterprises 1261 Dundas St West, Toronto an exhibition by Kathleen Reichelt and performance by art noise band 253469 Opening Party Thursday, December 15, 9pm The Critical Wake of Makemake is an imagined manifestation and the yet un-realized vessel moving towards antirealism.  It is a fictional understanding communicated through a state of constant becoming.  It is created in order to claim its rightful place in the present.  The creative inheritance being colour and transparency, rituals and the rites of masks, concealment and revealing.  Visualized openings and objects appear to convey relationships of struggle, power, ease and awkwardness through overlapping and propinquity.  Power can be seen as European realism still trumping other cultural, individual and philosophical alternatives.  Abstraction can be seen as the rejection to this that it was 70 years ago. The Critical Wake of Makemake is also a live performance by the art noise band 253469 starting at 9pm on Thursday December 15th.  Two 30 minute punk jazz performances including such standards as “I fly my plane backwards”, “Round the decibel” and “A ton of nothing” (senseless language, analogue and digital synthesizers and one loud electric stick guitar.) Exhibition runs 12.15.11 - 01.25.12 For more information contact Maggy Perry at 647.764.0307 or Kathleen Reichelt at 416.670.4692 www.studio469.blogspot.com and www.253469.blogspot.com
    The Critical Wake of Makemake @ Fountain Enterprises 1261 Dundas St West, Toronto an exhibition by Kathleen Reichelt and performance by art noise band 253469 Opening Party Thursday, December 15, 9pm The Critical Wake of Makemake is an imagined manifestation and the yet un-realized vessel moving towards antirealism.  It is a fictional understanding communicated through a state of constant becoming.  It is created in order to claim its rightful place in the present.  The creative inheritance being colour and transparency, rituals and the rites of masks, concealment and revealing.  Visualized openings and objects appear to convey relationships of struggle, power, ease and awkwardness through overlapping and propinquity.  Power can be seen as European realism still trumping other cultural, individual and philosophical alternatives.  Abstraction can be seen as the rejection to this that it was 70 years ago. The Critical Wake of Makemake is also a live performance by the art noise band 253469 starting at 9pm on Thursday December 15th.  Two 30 minute punk jazz performances including such standards as “I fly my plane backwards”, “Round the decibel” and “A ton of nothing” (senseless language, analogue and digital synthesizers and one loud electric stick guitar.) Exhibition runs 12.15.11 - 01.25.12 For more information contact Maggy Perry at 647.764.0307 or Kathleen Reichelt at 416.670.4692 www.studio469.blogspot.com and www.253469.blogspot.com

    The Critical Wake of Makemake @ Fountain Enterprises

    1261 Dundas St West, Toronto

    an exhibition by Kathleen Reichelt and performance by art noise band 253469

    Opening Party Thursday, December 15, 9pm

    The Critical Wake of Makemake is an imagined manifestation and the yet un-realized vessel moving towards antirealism.  It is a fictional understanding communicated through a state of constant becoming.  It is created in order to claim its rightful place in the present.  The creative inheritance being colour and transparency, rituals and the rites of masks, concealment and revealing.  Visualized openings and objects appear to convey relationships of struggle, power, ease and awkwardness through overlapping and propinquity.  Power can be seen as European realism still trumping other cultural, individual and philosophical alternatives.  Abstraction can be seen as the rejection to this that it was 70 years ago.

    The Critical Wake of Makemake is also a live performance by the art noise band 253469 starting at 9pm on Thursday December 15th.  Two 30 minute punk jazz performances including such standards as “I fly my plane backwards”, “Round the decibel” and “A ton of nothing” (senseless language, analogue and digital synthesizers and one loud electric stick guitar.)

    Exhibition runs 12.15.11 - 01.25.12

    For more information contact Maggy Perry at 647.764.0307

    or Kathleen Reichelt at 416.670.4692

    www.studio469.blogspot.com and www.253469.blogspot.com

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    The Keyhole Sessions is an erotic art community. We hold life-drawing extravaganzas on the second Tuesday of every month, all to the tune of some pretty sweet beats. It’s that time again when we close off the year in true TKS style. We’re wishing you a happy holidays with one very special, last drawing hurrah: our tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen. Come draw 3 lovely models as they bid you an icy farewell to 2011.  Intermission performance by sultry bellringers, Pavlov’s Dogs Handbell Ensemble. Yay! And if you’re lucky, you’ll be the winner of the night’s treat, your very own copy of The Snow Queen. *** In order to help spread some warmth this season, we’re asking you to bring a non-perishable in support of the Daily Bread Food Bank. Best items to bring are: Baby formula & food Beans & lentils Canned fruits & vegetables Canned fish & meat Cans of soup or hearty stew Dried pasta & tomato sauce Macaroni & cheese Peanut butter Rice Canned, powdered or Tetra Pak cartons of milk*** Tuesday, December 13th The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West at DovercourtDoors and bar at 7pm. Drawing from 7:30-10:30ish $20; $17 with Student ID 
    The Keyhole Sessions is an erotic art community. We hold life-drawing extravaganzas on the second Tuesday of every month, all to the tune of some pretty sweet beats. It’s that time again when we close off the year in true TKS style. We’re wishing you a happy holidays with one very special, last drawing hurrah: our tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen. Come draw 3 lovely models as they bid you an icy farewell to 2011.  Intermission performance by sultry bellringers, Pavlov’s Dogs Handbell Ensemble. Yay! And if you’re lucky, you’ll be the winner of the night’s treat, your very own copy of The Snow Queen. *** In order to help spread some warmth this season, we’re asking you to bring a non-perishable in support of the Daily Bread Food Bank. Best items to bring are: Baby formula & food Beans & lentils Canned fruits & vegetables Canned fish & meat Cans of soup or hearty stew Dried pasta & tomato sauce Macaroni & cheese Peanut butter Rice Canned, powdered or Tetra Pak cartons of milk*** Tuesday, December 13th The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West at DovercourtDoors and bar at 7pm. Drawing from 7:30-10:30ish $20; $17 with Student ID 

    The Keyhole Sessions is an erotic art community. We hold life-drawing extravaganzas on the second Tuesday of every month, all to the tune of some pretty sweet beats.

    It’s that time again when we close off the year in true TKS style. We’re wishing you a happy holidays with one very special, last drawing hurrah: our tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen.
    Come draw 3 lovely models as they bid you an icy farewell to 2011. 
    Intermission performance by sultry bellringers, Pavlov’s Dogs Handbell Ensemble.
    Yay!
    And if you’re lucky, you’ll be the winner of the night’s treat, your very own copy of The Snow Queen.

    *** In order to help spread some warmth this season, we’re asking you to bring a non-perishable in support of the Daily Bread Food Bank.

    Best items to bring are:
    Baby formula & food
    Beans & lentils
    Canned fruits & vegetables
    Canned fish & meat
    Cans of soup or hearty stew
    Dried pasta & tomato sauce
    Macaroni & cheese
    Peanut butter
    Rice
    Canned, powdered or Tetra Pak cartons of milk***

    Tuesday, December 13th
    The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West at Dovercourt
    Doors and bar at 7pm. Drawing from 7:30-10:30ish
    $20; $17 with Student ID 

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    Gallery TPW presents “Photorama 2011 Tour: Collectible Photography with Bill Clarke” December 8, 2011, 6 – 8 pm Join us for an evening of art, conversation and collecting. Led by Gallery TPW Board Member Bill Clarke, from 6 – 8 pm on Thursday, December 8th, 2011. Clarke will explore the selection of Photorama 2011 works with Gallery TPW members and discuss the role of contemporary photography in art collecting. Clarke’s enthusiastic, thoughtful approach to collecting offers unique insight into the aesthetic, economic and personal values of artworks. Bill Clarke’s role as member of Gallery TPW’s Board of Directors is complimented by his ongoing work as a writer, editor and art aficionado. He is the Editor-in-chief of Magenta Magazine, and a regular contributor to contemporary art publications, including Modern Painters, ARTnews and Canadian Art. Having collected contemporary artworks for almost 12 years, Clarke’s impressive collection has expanded to include works by both emerging and established artists, including a substantial collection of General Idea works, artist’s books and multiples. The Photorama 2011 Tour is open to the public and free to attend. Please e-mail our Outreach Coordinator, Ellyn Walker, at ellyn@gallerytpw.ca to confirm attendance. About Photorama This year marks the 25th anniversary of Gallery TPW’s annual Photorama fundraising exhibition featuring over 90 artists exhibiting contemporary photography and lens-based work. Photorama has become one of the most successful seasonal art sales in the city, and this year’s selection will not disappoint. Photorama 2011 is open to the public from December 2 – December 10, 2011 with an exclusive Collectors Preview on December 1st, 6 – 9 pm. Photorama features work by some of Canada’s most accomplished artists and promising young photographers. With most works priced below $600, Photorama offers seasoned collectors and first-time buyers alike the opportunity to buy limited edition photographs and artwork. Each sale from Photorama directly assists with the operations and programming at Gallery TPW, while also supporting local artists and culture in Toronto.
    Gallery TPW presents “Photorama 2011 Tour: Collectible Photography with Bill Clarke” December 8, 2011, 6 – 8 pm Join us for an evening of art, conversation and collecting. Led by Gallery TPW Board Member Bill Clarke, from 6 – 8 pm on Thursday, December 8th, 2011. Clarke will explore the selection of Photorama 2011 works with Gallery TPW members and discuss the role of contemporary photography in art collecting. Clarke’s enthusiastic, thoughtful approach to collecting offers unique insight into the aesthetic, economic and personal values of artworks. Bill Clarke’s role as member of Gallery TPW’s Board of Directors is complimented by his ongoing work as a writer, editor and art aficionado. He is the Editor-in-chief of Magenta Magazine, and a regular contributor to contemporary art publications, including Modern Painters, ARTnews and Canadian Art. Having collected contemporary artworks for almost 12 years, Clarke’s impressive collection has expanded to include works by both emerging and established artists, including a substantial collection of General Idea works, artist’s books and multiples. The Photorama 2011 Tour is open to the public and free to attend. Please e-mail our Outreach Coordinator, Ellyn Walker, at ellyn@gallerytpw.ca to confirm attendance. About Photorama This year marks the 25th anniversary of Gallery TPW’s annual Photorama fundraising exhibition featuring over 90 artists exhibiting contemporary photography and lens-based work. Photorama has become one of the most successful seasonal art sales in the city, and this year’s selection will not disappoint. Photorama 2011 is open to the public from December 2 – December 10, 2011 with an exclusive Collectors Preview on December 1st, 6 – 9 pm. Photorama features work by some of Canada’s most accomplished artists and promising young photographers. With most works priced below $600, Photorama offers seasoned collectors and first-time buyers alike the opportunity to buy limited edition photographs and artwork. Each sale from Photorama directly assists with the operations and programming at Gallery TPW, while also supporting local artists and culture in Toronto.

    Gallery TPW presents “Photorama 2011 Tour: Collectible Photography with Bill Clarke”

    December 8, 2011, 6 – 8 pm

    Join us for an evening of art, conversation and collecting. Led by Gallery TPW Board Member Bill Clarke, from 6 – 8 pm on Thursday, December 8th, 2011. Clarke will explore the selection of Photorama 2011 works with Gallery TPW members and discuss the role of contemporary photography in art collecting. Clarke’s enthusiastic, thoughtful approach to collecting offers unique insight into the aesthetic, economic and personal values of artworks.

    Bill Clarke’s role as member of Gallery TPW’s Board of Directors is complimented by his ongoing work as a writer, editor and art aficionado. He is the Editor-in-chief of Magenta Magazine, and a regular contributor to contemporary art publications, including Modern Painters, ARTnews and Canadian Art. Having collected contemporary artworks for almost 12 years, Clarke’s impressive collection has expanded to include works by both emerging and established artists, including a substantial collection of General Idea works, artist’s books and multiples.

    The Photorama 2011 Tour is open to the public and free to attend. Please e-mail our Outreach Coordinator, Ellyn Walker, at ellyn@gallerytpw.ca to confirm attendance.

    About Photorama
    This year marks the 25th anniversary of Gallery TPW’s annual Photorama fundraising exhibition featuring over 90 artists exhibiting contemporary photography and lens-based work. Photorama has become one of the most successful seasonal art sales in the city, and this year’s selection will not disappoint. Photorama 2011 is open to the public from December 2 – December 10, 2011 with an exclusive Collectors Preview on December 1st, 6 – 9 pm.

    Photorama features work by some of Canada’s most accomplished artists and promising young photographers. With most works priced below $600, Photorama offers seasoned collectors and first-time buyers alike the opportunity to buy limited edition photographs and artwork. Each sale from Photorama directly assists with the operations and programming at Gallery TPW, while also supporting local artists and culture in Toronto.

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