Ampleur du phénomène du faux en peinture et raison d’être du droit d’auteur
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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
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Image: Symbiotic by Amy Guidry; acrylic on canvas; 11”w x 14”h
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
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
For immediate release: Jan. 9, 2012
Celebrate the 3rd annual Fire & Ice,
a winter festival of flames, food & fine art
Snow has arrived, and the stage is set for the 3rd annual Fire & Ice festival at the Alton Mill Arts Centre on Saturday, Jan. 21 and Sunday Jan. 22, 2012.
Festival favourites such as ice skating on the Millpond, bonfires and igloos will be complemented by exciting new features this year, including our Win a Diamond Ring contest. We challenge participants to show us some of their “fire” to win a substantial chunk of “ice”: a Taköhl diamond Treasure Ring, retail value $3,975, generously donated by Gallery Gemma. The contest rules are simple: tell us in 100 words or less why a loved one should win the ring and what you would have inscribed on it. The contest is open now, and Entry Forms are available at Gallery Gemma Jewellery in the Alton Mill, or at www.altonmill.ca . Submissions may be dropped off in Orangeville at The Banner offices, 37 Mill St. (media sponsors for Fire & Ice), or at Gallery Gemma. Contest closes at 5 pm on Sunday, January 22.
For festival goers, the addition of new indoor and outdoor activities make 2012 the busiest Fire & Ice to date! In the Livery, the Country Forge blacksmith, the Mill’s newest tenant, hosts workshops and demonstrations throughout the weekend, perfect for young and old alike. In the Annex Courtyard, Shaw’s Creek Café is serving up irresistible treats at a S’moregasbord, while guests can watch ice sculptor Jim Menken at work, or sharpen their skills at the snowball target contest. Meanwhile potter Ann Randeraad demonstrates the art of raku in an outdoor kiln in our Waterfall Courtyard.
Inside the Mill, studio artists have workshops and demos that will warm body and soul. Offerings include the chance to “give it a whirl” at The Hive’s encaustic workshop, create nature-themed mandalas with CJ Shelton, or view demonstrations of weaving, watercolour techniques or silk painting. Details at www.altonmill.ca
Things really heat up Saturday evening when Acoustic Traditions presents an East Coast Kitchen Party with The Mainlanders. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Cash bar and appetizers by David’s Restaurant of Erin. Tickets $15 at Acoustic Traditions, 510 Riddell Rd, Orangeville, or at the door.
Whether you fancy Fire or Ice, there is plenty to ignite the imagination and cool the senses at the Alton Mill’s Fire & Ice Festival.
Alton Mill Arts Centre - 1402 Queen St , Alton Village, Caledon
Contact: Teresa Waldner 519-278-6135 teresa@altonmill.ca
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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
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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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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The AC Institute Presents
OCCUPY THE WALLS: A Poster Show
Curated by performance artist and musician Holly Anderson and poet and activist Jeffrey Cyphers Wright
December 8 – December 16, 2011
Opening Event: Thursday, December 8, 2011 6-8pm
Exhibitions are free and open to the public.
Art heeds the clarion call of the Occupy Wall Street movement at the AC Institute. This special show of posters is dedicated to the spirit evinced by the patriots at Liberty Square. Original, commissioned artwork will be shown beside authentic posters from the protest and will be on view for one week.
In addition to an opening there will be a poetry reading and performance (Date to be Announced.) The artists will then take their artwork to Liberty Square to demonstrate. This effort will be made into a film.
You can participate in this exhibition by bringing your poster to the AC Institute on Tuesday, December 6 and Wednesday, December 7 between 1 and 6pm. Submissions may be mailed to the AC Institute or emailed in PDF to info@artcurrents.org if received before Dec. 7.
The AC Institute reserves the right to disqualify submissions.
547 W. 27th St. #610 New York, NY 10001
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
the 9th annual LOVE SHOW
Produced by Gallery 918 and The LOFT Youth Centre for Social Enterprise and Innovation
9th annual LOVE SHOW 2011
The LOVE SHOW is a juried, charitable group art show of 8x8” paintings, illustrations and photographs. Each work will be auctioned with a universal opening bid of $50. All of the proceeds will be given to the artists and our charitable partner, The LOFT Youth Centre for Social Enterprise and Innovation.
This Year’s Theme: HOPE
As another challenging year comes to an end, we turn our attention to the future with hope, optimism and the firm belief that tomorrow will bring better tidings for us all.
History of LOVE
Since its creation in 2002, the LOVE SHOW has worked to raise awareness about the privilege that surrounds us and our responsibility to support others. Each year, proceeds from the show are used to support community-based organizations that shun violence and encourage self esteem. In 2011, we have partnered with our youth-empowering community neighbour, The LOFT.
About The LOFT Youth Centre for Social Enterprise and Innovation
The LOFT Youth Centre for Social Enterprise and Innovation is a pioneering multi-use space that fosters creativity, community engagement and entrepreneurship amongst youth in Toronto. Youth involvement in all aspects of the LOFT YCSEI’s operations makes it truly a youth-led initiative, and equips participants with the tools to create change – both in their own lives and in the community. The LOFT YCSEI provides youth with social supports, skills training, mentorship and networking opportunities through programs and employment.
Where: Gallery 918 (at 918 Bathurst Centre for Culture, Arts, Media & Education)
When: Thursday December 1 - Wednesday December 14, 2011
Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 12 - 5 pm, or by appointment
Opening Reception: Wednesday November 30, 2011 from 6-10pm
Submission Deadline: Friday November 25, 2011 @ 5pm @ 918 Bathurst Centre
Submission Fee: $20 (or $15 each for multiple submissions)
All Submissions Must Include
- Artwork ‘ready to hang’
- CV and Artist Statement
- Completed Submission Form & Fee
*After the exhibition, works will be available for pick up at 918 Bathurst Centre by appointment only. 918 Bathurst and The LOFT are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged works.
Trichophilia - new work by Francis Luta.
Sunday November 6, starting at 7pm.
An emerging Toronto artist, Francis works in a wide range of media. He has developed a distinctive figurative style and his new works shows its refine version with a thematic focus on hair obsession and fetish. Please join us for a Sunday night at this fabulous venue with a great environment to view and celebrate the new work of Francis Luta.
To learn more about Francis and his artwork, check out this link:
http://fmmlcollection.wordpress.com/
Venue:
Wayla Bar
996 Queen St East (Queen & Carlaw)
Toronto, ON
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Northern Exposure at BBG
Toronto, October 17: Ever wonder what it would be like to attend a wedding above the Arctic Circle? Have you ever had the opportunity to taste northern delicacies prepared by a renowned northern chef? And what about musical instruments unique to the north? Ever attend a concert where all of the instruments were creations of those native to the north? And what of the formal garb worn to celebrate special occasions in that distant land?
By the way, we are not speaking of the Canadian north. Bezpala Brown Gallery has the honour of hosting an exhibition unlike any that has been held in Canada previously. With the organizing prowess of the Trade Commissioner of the Republic of Sakha-Yakutia of the Russian Federation in Canada and the financial assistance of Silver Bear Resources Inc., we have been able to attract visual artists, costume designers and musicians widely known and celebrated by the Sakha people. And to add a Canadian flare, we have works of 17 northern Canadian artists and sculptors to help us examine the similarities and differences between the Canadian north and our northern Russian counterparts.
While the exhibition runs from October 15th to 30th, the event to attend will be held on October 22nd from 12 to 3 pm. We will feature improvisations by Claudia & Herman Khatylaevs, performing on more than 15 traditional Yakutian musical instruments; re-creation of a Sakha wedding to showcase celebratory Yakutian costumes designed by Avgustina Filippova; traditional Sakha delicacies created by celebrity chef Innokentiy Tarbakhov (chef to the last three Presidents of the Republic); and the visual artworks of Mikhail Starostin (etchings and oils), Andrey Chikachev (prints)and Evgenia Arbugaeva (photography) among other Sakha artists. We contrast these artworks with the work of 17 Inuit artists including Annie Pootoogook (etching and aquatint), Shuvinai Ashoona (etching and aquatint), Kavavaow Mannomee (lithograph)and Nuna Parr (sculpture). Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase originals and giclées from several artists. The Khatylaevs, Mr. Starostin. Ms. Filippova and Ms. Arbugaeva will be in attendance to discuss their creations.
A precursor to this event was already positively reviewed in the Globe and Mail (http://www.bezpalabrown.com/files/Northern_Russian_Artists_Make_Tracks_article.pdf) and there is now much more to see and hear.
BBG also wishes to acknowledge and thank our other sponsors to this exhibition: CERBA (Canada Eurasia Russia Business Association) and Yakutian media sponsor Zhurfix.
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