| SASKATCHEWAN CRAFT COUNCIL NEWS Vol. 1 No. 3 Friday, February 2, 2007 |
Status of Artist Legislation: The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced amendments to the Status of the Artist Act. A Legislative Committee will deal with questions such as whether collective bargaining can work in the arts and culture sector, how representation for artists and engagers would be determined, and so on. Public hearings are scheduled for the end of February. The SCC Board will present a brief to this Legislative Committee. If you have any issues that you want considered by this drafting committee, or if you have any questions, please contact:
We need to hear your views by February 10. To obtain more information on the legislation, visit the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance website. Federal Funding for the Canada Council: The Canadian Arts Coalition is conducting a campaign to lobby the federal government for increased funding to the Canada Council. For information on this campaign and how you can help, visit the Canadian Arts Coalition. Michael at the Mendel: The Michael Hosulak exhibition Containment at the Mendel in Saskatoon is creating a buzz. It’s so exciting that Saskatoon’s police and rescue services felt compelled to intervene (See: Saskatoon Star Phoenix, Saturday, Jan 27). Take in this exhibition – and while you are at the Mendel, tell them how refreshing it is to see an exhibition of Craft. Michael Hosaluk Containment live performance: SML (Small, Medium, Large) and the Mendel Art Gallery presents the World Premiere of the live performance portion of Michael Hosaluk's Containment Installation, "Chair Monologues and Other Acts of Chairorists." Written and directed by Henry Woolf, inspired by Michael Hosaluk and cohort, performed by Paul Crepeau at the Mendel Art Gallery, 950 Spadina Crescent East. The performance previews on Feb 18 at 2:00 pm. The Opening will be on Feb 19 at 7:00 pm, running evenings until Feb 23 at 7:00 pm. Show Matinee times include, Feb 18, 24, and closing on Feb 25 at 2:00 pm. Admission is free and nonrefundable.
SCC Grant Writing Workshops: The Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) grants have a special Fine Craft peer jury for the spring selection session, so let’s try to get while the getting’s good! Saskatchewan Arts Board consultants and SCC member, Lee Brady, experienced in receiving and jurying CCA grants, will offer the benefits of their expertise in separate but equal sessions in Saskatoon and Regina. Workshop details and registration information are available on the SCC website or from the SCC office. Fees - $30 for SCC members, $40 for non-members Saskatoon - SCC Third Floor, Thursday Feb 8, 6:30 to 9:30 pm (Reg deadline: Feb 6) SCC Fine Craft Auction: Thanks to all the members who have agreed to participate in the Fine Craft Auction being held on Feb 28 at the Sheraton Cavalier Ballroom in Saskatoon. We have a great selection of work. If you want tickets or know someone who might, please pass on the information by emailing Nisha at saskcraftcouncil@shaw.ca. Fishing Lodge Project: We have selected 13 members to participate in this trial project. If you submitted work and have not heard from Chris – you will very shortly. The catalogue is now in production. Stay tuned. Mother's Day Studio Tours: In many other places, promotion of studio tours has been a very effective way for craftspeople to sell their works. We will be organizing a studio tour promotion for Mother’s Day this year. Details will be coming out soon – but in the meantime, think about whether this is something that might work for you, and put spring cleaning on your “to-do” list. Blacksmithing Class: There will be an advanced Blacksmithing class at the Western Development Museum in Saskatoon Mar 30 and Apr 1. For more information, visit Jake James' website. Dimensions 2006: You’ve only got two more weeks to see the Dimensions 2006 show in Saskatoon at the SCC Gallery. The exhibition will move to Barr Colony Heritage Cultural Centre, Lloydminster and may be viewed from Mar 1 to Apr 30. Dimensions 2007: The Brochure for Dimensions 2007 was mailed along with your Bulletin. If you want another copy, go to the SCC website homepage, and download a printable PDF copy from the News section, on the right hand side of the page. Please notify the SCC of your intention to enter by March 8.
Have a productive and profitable week! SASKATCHEWAN CRAFT COUNCIL
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