SASKATCHEWAN CRAFT COUNCIL News BIGGEST NEWS OF THE YEAR! MARK STOBBE WANTS YOUR ATTENTION. If you haven't heard yet, all SCC Members are invited to participate in a unique marketing opportunity in the United States. The Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show is the most prestigious exhibition of Fine Craft art in the United States, and this year, Canada is the "Guest Country." YOU CAN BE A PART OF THIS HISTORICAL EVENT. We will be producing a very special, glossy red, attention-getting 9” x 9” catalogue promoting a maximum of 20 Saskatchewan Fine Craft artists and their work (in addition to the three participants - Melvyn Malkin, Megan Broner and Rod & Denyse Simair). If you want to be included in this exquisite publication, please complete the attached application form and return it to Mark by noon, Monday July 9th (e-mail: scc.director@shaw.ca; phone: 306.653.3616, ext. 27, fax 306.244.2711). This is a firm deadline – no applications will be accepted after this time. Participating artists will receive a full page in the publication. This will include a representation of a sample of work, a picture of the artist in an action pose “working” with a completed piece, a short artist’s statement, and contact information. In addition, there will be on-going follow up to any gallery owners or collectors with whom we initiate contact. The cost to participating artists will be $100.00. This will be due upon acceptance into the publication. If an artist withdraws after the production of the project has begun, a penalty of $750.00 (representing the actual cost of producing a page in the publication) will be billed. A selection committee that includes a commercial gallery operator and an official from a government export agency will choose the participants from the pool of applicants. In addition to artistic quality, the selection committee will assess the export readiness of the applicant from a commercial point of view. ALERT READER OF THE WEEK Congratulations to Doug Cox , the winner of the "Alert Reader of the Week" award. Last edition's obvious intentional error was Charley's title, "King of Korrection." If you see what you consider to be a typo, send it to Colin Wallace, Publications Coordinator. A special honourable mention goes to Cathryn Miller who identified a juicy, genuine error; we had welcomed you all to, "LET'S PARYT!!!!!" instead of "LET'S PARTY!!!!!"
This week, we invite you to explore and enjoy the following Saskatchewan Craft Council Member websites:
If you would like to share your website with the rest of the Craft Council members, send your web address to Colin Wallace. NEWS OF THE WEEK SASKATCHEWAN HANDCRAFT FESTIVAL Friday, July 13 - 1:00 to 8:00 pm MUDSLINGERS GARDEN GALLERY EXHIBITION & SALE SASKATCHEWAN WORKERS' HEALTH BENEFITS
As the average earnings for artists in Saskatchewan is $15,341, some may qualify for benefits. Click here for program details and eligibility criteria. REGINA & AREA POTTERS GUILD INC. -
JACK SURES WORKSHOP Jack is a well known Saskatchewan potter and until his retirement was a Professor of Art (ceramics) at the U. of R. He has his B.F.A. from Manitoba and his M.F.A. from Michigan State. Jack has had numerous one-man and group exhibitions nationally and internationally. He has given workshops and lectures in Canada, U.S.A. and Europe.
Light refreshments will be provided at all sessions. FEES: RAPG Members - $80.00, Non-members - $95.00 For further information contact Bernie Zaharik: 306.584.1741 or Sonia Abrahamson at 306.546.2955. Registration deadline is Friday Sept. 14, 2007. LET'S PARTY!!!!!!!! The Alberta Craft Council has come up with a format for a very successful series of Studio Parties – which are great fun, build the Craft community, and provide exposure for Craft people. Good ideas are meant to be copied. Here’s how the studio parties work:
We’d like to give this concept a try in the fall. If you are interested in exploring being a studio party host, give Mark a call at 653.3616, ext. 27 or e-mail at scc.director@shaw.ca.
"ART Matters" VEHICLE LICENSE PLATES The Art Gallery of Regina is taking orders for "ART Matters" licence plates to promote the arts and the gallery. These are decorative message plates to go on the front of the car since official provincial plates are required at the rear. The plates will be metal with red and black lettering on a white background, selling for $30/each (tax included). We will be accepting pre-orders until July 15 only so call or email the Gallery now to get in on this special offer. It’s a great way to promote the Arts and show the world that Art matters to you. Ph: 306.522.5940 Email: ragallery@sasktel.net
Contact: Ron Kurenda for details or to purchase - 306.242.8050 (shop), or 306.373.7043 (hm).
GENERAL MANAGER - Common Weal Community Arts Inc. is a provincial arts organization that links professional artists with communities to promote social justice and cultural identity through collaboration and creative expression. The position of General Manager contributes to this goal by leading the day-to-day operations of Common Weal Community Arts, Inc, and together with the Board of Directors, ensuring that the mandate and values of the organization are upheld. Education and Experience:
Salary Range
Interested Applicants please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae/resume by July 13, 2007 to: Lynn Acoose, General Manager Email: gm@commonweal-arts.com A full job description is available at: www.commonweal-arts.com
If you have news to pass on to the SCC, email our publications coordinator, Colin Wallace.
B) PERSPECTIVES EXHIBITION - Paul Lapointe & Zane Wilcox are proud to present a collection of new work at the SCC Gallery. PERSPECTIVES is an inspiring exhibition of Zane Wilcox’s sculpted clay works, and Paul Lapointe’s assemblages of natural materials. Each artist’s work is compelling and unique, and exhibited together they create a stirring experience for the viewer as they encourage one to contemplate the visual weight of surface, material, and perspectives of the eye, mind and heart. The PERSPECTIVES exhibition will run until August 19. OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCC MEMBERS MARKETING OPPORTUNITY IN THE UNITED STATES [Download PDF Application Form] The Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show is the most prestigious exhibition of Fine Craft art in the United States. The annual event (running November 8 to 11) attracts 24,000 high-income and influential patrons drawn from all the major financial and cultural centers along the Atlantic Seaboard. It draws a large contingent of commercial gallery operators searching for new artists and work. This year, Canada is the “guest country” at this show. A total of 24 Canadian Fine Craft artists will be in attendance, including SCC members Melvyn Malkin, Megan Broner and Rod & Denyse Simair. These individuals have generously agreed to distribute marketing material promoting Saskatchewan Fine Craft to gallery owners and collectors visiting their booths. We will be producing a very special, glossy red, attention-getting 9” x 9” catalogue promoting a maximum of 20 Saskatchewan Fine Craft artists and their work (in addition to the three participants). If you want to be included in this exquisite publication, please complete the attached application form and return it to Mark by noon, Monday July 9th (e-mail: scc.director@shaw.ca; fax 306.244.2711). This is a firm deadline – no applications will be accepted after this time. Participating artists will receive a full page in the publication. This will include a representation of a sample of work, a picture of the artist in an action pose “working” with a completed piece, a short artist’s statement, and contact information. In addition, there will be ongoing follow-up to any gallery owners or collectors with whom we initiate contact. The cost to participating artists will be $100.00. This will be due upon acceptance into the publication. If an artist withdraws after the production of the project has begun, a penalty of $750.00 (representing the actual cost of producing a page in the publication) will be billed. A selection committee that includes a commercial gallery operator and an official from a government export agency will choose the participants from the pool of applicants. In addition to artistic quality, the selection committee will assess the export readiness of the applicant from a commercial point of view. This is a great opportunity for exposure for those who are interested in exporting to the United States through commercial galleries in that country. Please be aware, however, that this market:
However, this market also offers people:
If you want to try this market, and are serious about meeting the challenges it presents, please consider applying. For more information, call Mark at 653.3616, ext. 27. This project has been made possible in part through a contribution from the Trade Routes Contribution Program of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
SASKATCHEWAN INDEMAND 2007 – Sept 14 to Sept 16
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