Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador Member News
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Hello everybody,
This news is so exciting we just had to run it again this week!
Funds for the 2010/2011 Craft Industry Development Program have been officially approved!
Formal notice of approval of the Craft Council's application to the Business Development Program of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency has just been received. The provincial contribution to the program was included in the 2010/2011 provincial budget for the Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development. Economic Development Officers around the province are ready to receive applications.
Applications for the New Creations Fund, the Studio Start-Up Fund and Scholarships and Study Awards should be forwarded to the Craft Council. These funds are supplied to the Craft Council from the CIDP, and our Awards Committee will meet shortly to consider applications.
For criteria and applications to the Craft Industry Development Program, visit the INTRD website at http://www.intrd.gov.nl.ca/intrd/sectordev/craftprograms.html
For information about the Craft Council's Awards Program, visit our website at www.craftcouncil.nl.ca or contact the Craft Council at info@craftcouncil.nl.ca.
The Craft Industry Development Program is a big investment in this province's craftspeople. It's a unique opportunity for you to get financial help with all sorts of marketing, product design and professional development projects. Check out the criteria, and plan your project - it must be complete by March 31, 2011.
Caroline Clarke
Director of Communications
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From the Craft Council
NEW! 1) Job Opportunities: The Christmas Craft Fair
Deadline: September 17, 2010
Given the success of last year's Demonstration Project at The Fine Craft and Design Fair, the Craft Fair Committee has decided to continue the project in THE Christmas Craft Fair 2010 (newly renamed) and is seeking expression of interest in the following areas:
Craft Fair Demonstrations Coordinator
The length and full schedule of the proposed demonstration project requires a person to coordinate the event. The Craft Fair Demonstrations Coordinator will be responsible for all tasks related to the organization, promotion and implementation of the Demonstrations Booth for the two weekends of THE Christmas Craft Fair, Nov.11-14 and Nov.18-21. Please forward your expression of interest in this position to THE Christmas Craft Fair Coordinator at l_pike@nf.sympatico.ca by Sept. 17.
Craft Fair Demonstrators
The Craft Fair Committee is inviting expressions of interest from people who would like to participate in the Craft Fair Demonstration Project at THE Christmas Craft Fair, on either Nov.11-14 weekend or Nov 18-21 weekend. The demonstration should be 2-3 hours in length and be observational or interactive giving visitors a first-hand look at how craft is made and/or providing an opportunity to experience the "making". Write a brief description of a demonstration you would like to do. Email your proposal to THE Christmas Craft Fair Coordinator at l_pike@nf.sympatico.ca by Sept. 17.
Craft Fair Feature Demonstrator
The Craft Fair Committee is seeking to feature a large-scale demonstration project at THE Christmas Craft Fair, one that would be ongoing throughout the four days of the first or second half of the Craft Fair. An example of such was the construction of a life-size papier mache mummer at last year's fair. As a constant in the demonstration booth it created extra interest and attracted return visits. Forward a description of your proposal to THE Christmas Craft Fair Coordinator at l_pike@nf.sympatico.ca by Sept. 17.
NEW! 2) China Moon Fundraiser This October - Tell All Your Friends and Come Out and Support YOUR Craft Council!
You are invited to join us for China Moon, the Sixth Annual Friends of the Craft Council Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction featuring a delicious dinner by A Taste of Class catering with pre-dinner entertainment by Flute & Fiddle.
The dinner will take place:
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Reception: 6:30pm Dinner at 7:30pm
At the Johnson GEO Centre, 175 Signal Hill Road
Tickets: $65 (tax receipt for $30)
For tickets call 709-753-2749 or email info@craftcouncil.nl.ca
With fine food, entertainment, & great friends treat yourself this Fall!
All proceeds go towards the Craft Council and its endeavours.
3) Important Announcements from the Clay Studio
Looking for Volunteers! The Clay Studio is looking for volunteers to help out in the weekday mornings! The Studio needs people to help on a regular basis for a couple hours each morning to help with basic tasks. The main criteria for this is that the volunteer be able to come consistently for 2 hours each morning. Ideally, this volunteer position could be filled by two or more people. Contact Rochelle for more info to to sign on.
The Fall Class Schedule is set and there are many fun and exciting new workshops planned. You can view the brochure by following this link or going to the Clay Studio page on the website which is currently being updated.
For more information on any of these announcements contact the Clay Studio at claystudio@craftcouncil.nl.ca or phone 709-753-2534.
4) Nominate Your Pick for the Craft Council Awards for Excellence!
Nominate the best! The Craft Council Awards for Excellence celebrate achievement and innovation. The Call for Nominations has just been issued, which can be downloaded here.
Nominate another craftsperson, or nominate yourself! Winners will be announced at the Christmas Craft Fair in St. John's in November.
If you need more information, contact the Craft Council Awards Committee, or write to Anne at amanuel@craftcouncil.nl.ca.
5) Gallery Exhibitions On Display
Show Dates: August 28 - October 3, 2010
The shows will remain on display until October 3rd.
There will also be an artist presentation and evening of music on
Friday, September 24 from 5:30-7pm. Drop by for a visit anytime!
In the Main Gallery - Come All Ye! - Second Verse
Cara Kansala, Pam Dorey, and Caroline Clarke
A
3-artist show provides a light-hearted portrait of Newfoundland folk
music through the prints of Caroline Clarke and the woodwork and mixed
media creations of Cara Kansala and Pam Dorey.
In the Annex Gallery - Puffins, Kittiwakes & Murres...OH MY!
Rosalind Ford
Soft sculpture birds and their young populate the Craft Council Annex Gallery in this solo show by textile artist Rosalind Ford.
AND - If you couldn't make it to the last exhibitions they are online at
www.craftcouncil.nl.ca/gallery.
DEADLINE FRIDAY! 6) Craft Fair Applications Ready and in the Mail!
First of all, a big welcome to new Craft Fair Coordinators Lisa Pike (The Christmas Craft Fair) and Brenda Stratton (West Coast Craft Fair). You can contact Lisa at fair@craftcouncil.nl.ca and Brenda at brenda_stratton@hotmail.com and they will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Already they've been working hard with their committees putting together this years' Craft Fairs for St. John's and Steady Brook.
Applications are now ready and can be downloaded here along with other important information you need to know.
Deadline for applications is September 10th, 2010. You can choose to do one four-day show, or two four-day shows; the application form outlines the cost for each option. A 10% discount has been factored in for those choosing the eight-day option.
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Professional Opportunities
NEW! 7) Call for Exhibitors: The Artist Project, Toronto (ON)
Deadline for Applications: September 15, 2010
The Artist Project Toronto is seeking applications from fine artists for the fourth annual juried exhibition and sale. Showcase your work with 200 of the most talented established and emerging artists. Become an essential part of this dynamic event attracting over 10,000 visitors that range from avid collectors, first-time buyers to gallerists and art enthusiasts!
The event will be held March 3-6, 2011 at Toronto's Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place.
At the Artist Project Toronto you can expect: Qualified Customers: increase your exposure, expand your market and connect with over 10,000 visitors Effective Marketing: get noticed with our extensive print, radio and e-marketing campaign Hard Wall Booth and Signage: display your work on professional, gallery-style hard walls (included in your booth fee) Superior Operation: help from our team along the way, from preparing an application to setting up your booth at the show Special Features: enjoy an exciting program of art lectures, docent led tours, special feature exhibits, video art and installations Contests, Awards, Travel Scholarships & Prizes!
NEW! 8) Call for Entry: Saul Bell Design Award Competition, New Mexico USA
Deadline: September 17, 2010
Members of the jewellery-making or hollowware community and students of a jewellery or hollowware training program are invited to embrace the challenge and take part in the 11th Annual Saul Bell Design Award competition.
How to Enter
You may submit as many entries as you wish, although only one finalist per category will be awarded to a single designer.
To Enter Online
Enter now and follow the online instructions to submit your registration. You will be able to choose whether to submit your rendering or photograph online or by mail. If you choose to submit your image electronically, you will be prompted to pay your entry fee and the image processing fee via credit card at the end your registration. If you choose to mail in your submission, you will complete your online registration then send each rendeering or photography with a copy of the entry form (one per entry) and the $45 entry fee (per entry) to the address below.
To Enter by mail simply print the entry form and mail the completed form, the required submission materials and the $45 entry fee to: Rio Grande, 7500 Bluewater Road, NW Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87121-1962 Attention: Design Awards.
For more information on how to apply for this award: http://www.saulbellaward.com/CallForEntries.aspx
NEW! 9) Call for Applications: Anna Templeton Centre for Craft Art and Design Emerging Artist Program (EAP), St. John's (NL) Deadline: September 24, 2010
The objective of the Anna Templeton Centre's EAP is to better prepare recent graduates (June 2008 or later) to work in the craft and art sectors of Newfoundland and Labrador. Applications must be goal oriented and discuss how this program will help to achieve professional goals.
Goals may include:
An Exhibition: which could include an artist statement, catalogue, promotional and marketing material
A juried (through the Craft Council of NL) product line with marketing and promotional material for: Craft Council Craft Fairs; One-of-a-Kind Show (Toronto); Atlantic Craft Trade Show; Fashion Show
As well as creative and production work, successful applicants will be expected to carry out market research, work toward developing promotional and marketing strategy and business plan. Successful applicants are also required to submit a written final report complete with photos, marketing materials, etc.
The EAP will provide the artist with a monthly stipend of $600. There is a materials budget for the four month period of $400. If needed, successful applicants will be encourages to seek additional funding during the mentorship period and may be required to personally contribute financially. The craftsperson/artist will have regular consultations with a mentor assigned by the Anna Templeton Centre. The mentor will guide the craftsperson/artist toward the goals outlined in the application process. Equipment and working space will be negotiated with applicant and the ATC.
The EAP will cover a period of four consecutive months that must fall between October 1 and April 30.
Applications must include:
1) Description of what it is you want to do during your time in the program (500 words max)
2) A completed application for
3) Any support material you feel would better explain your proposal (photos, prototypes, etc.)
Applications must be received in the Anna Templeton Centre office no later than September 24, 2010.
Anna Templeton Centre for Craft, Art and Designs
Emerging Artist Program
278 Duckworth Street
St. John's, NL
Contacts:
Katie Parnham at katie.parnham@cna.nl.ca
Susan Furneaux at susan.furneaux@cna.nl.ca
phone: 709-757-8178
NEW! 10) Job Opportunity: Executive Director, The American Association of Woodturners, Silver Springs, MD, USA
The American Association of Woodturners (www.woodturner.org) is seeking a dynamic, energetic leader as the chief executive for this 13,000 international association dedicated to the celebration and advancement of the craft of woodturning. Founded in 1986, the American Association of Woodturners (AAW) is the largest organization in the world dedicated to the advancement of woodturning, with over 13,600 members and 325 chapters throughout the world. AWW's programs include: A journal, American Woodturner; An annual symposium; Local chapters; other programs and services such as educational opportunity grants program.
To apply, email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: AAW@transitionguides.com (email applications are required). Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Resume reviews begin immediately.
Please see the full position profile at www.transitionguides.com.
11) Exhibitor Opportunity: Wayzgoose Printers' Fair, St. John's (NL)
The
Book Arts Association of Newfoundland and Labrador will be holding its
third biennial wayzgoose the last week of October. This celebration
of printing and book arts ends with a Printers' Fair at the Anna
Templeton Centre on the afternoon of Saturday, October 30th.
Printers or book artists interested in having a table at the fair can contact Marnie Parsons (marnie.parsons@mac.com) to learn more about the event. Tables should be reserved by the middle of October at the very latest.
For details about the Wayzgoose itself, please visit: http://www.runningthegoat.com/wayz10.html
12) Call for Entry (all media): Menorah DESIGN ART Competition, Port Coquitlam (BC)
Deadline for Application: October 25, 2010
Location: Leigh Square Community Arts Village, 2253 Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam
Exhibition Dates: November 13, 2010 - January 9, 2011
Burquest Jewish Community Association and Leigh Square Community Arts Village collaborate to present the inaugural Chanukah Menorah Design Competition & Auction. Artists are encouraged to submit their interpretation of a menorah design in any medium as long as the work is functional. Works submitted will form a visual art exhibition and auction in "Celebration of Light." Grand prize is $1,000 with proceeds from the auction benefiting the artists and community programming at Leigh Square. All artists are eligible to participate from across Canada, United States and internationally.
13) Call for Applications: Doors Open Weekend, St. John's (NL)
Doors Open St. John's 2010 is returning this September 25-26 to coincide with Culture Days
If you would like to participate with your studio please contact:
Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador The Newman Building 1 Springdale Street, PO Box 5171 St. John's, NL A1C 5V5 1-888-739-1892
Email: doorsopenstjohns@gmail.com
www.doorsopendays.com
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Grants, Awards, and Funding
14) Community Arts Program, Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council (NLAC), (NL)
Application Deadline: September 30, 2010 (Projects must start on/after December 1, 2010)
The Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council (NLAC) is now accepting applications for its:
Community Arts Program to support projects by community based non-profit arts organizations and groups.
Contact the NLAC for an application form and details:
The Newman Building, 1 Springdale Street, St. John's
709-726-2212 or toll free 1-866-726-2212 (NL only)
www.nlac.nf.ca nlacmail@nfld.net
15) Professional Project Grants Program, Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council (NLAC), (NL)
Application Deadline: September 15, 2010 (Projects must start on/after November 15, 2010)
The NLAC is now accepting applications for its Professional Project Grants Program for individual artists, groups, and non-profit arts organizations.
Contact the NLAC for an application form and details:
The Newman Building, 1 Springdale Street, St. John's
709-726-2212 or toll free 1-866-726-2212 (NL only)
www.nlac.nf.ca nlacmail@nfld.net
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NEW! 16) NLOWE, Facebook for Business Hands-On Workshop, St. John's (NL)
Date:Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 9am-1pm
Location: NLOWE Training Room - 2nd Floor Regatta Plaza, 84-86 Elizabeth Avenue
Cost:$189 NLOWE and Board of Trade Members or $199 non-members
Are
you missing the benefits of Facebook for Business? Put the most powerful social media tool on the planet to work for your business, non-profit or organization!
In this half day, hands-on workshop you will learn how to: - Create a Facebook page for your business
- How to use your page as an effective marketing tool
- Customize your page with picture and content
- Make it effortless for customers to pass the word
- Create engaging content for your page
- Increase brand awareness
- Understand how Facebook Insights can increase your bottom line
- and more!
Please Note: this is an entry level course. There is an Advance Facebook for Business course coming in Fall 2010 Participants
will need: A laptop computer; Company logos and images loaded onto that
computer; Company information that you would like to include on your
Facebook page. Space is limited - Don't be disappointed, that last 3 workshops sold out! For more information contact: Alison Stoodley at ase@nf.sympatico.ca or call 709-740-4910.
17) Culture as Business Workshop, St. John's (NL)
Dates: October 16-17, 2010
Cost: $250/person for both days, with a reduced price of $200/person for groups of 5 or more
Announcing a 2-day workshop, entitled "Culture as Business", that will be presented in a dozen locations across Canada in 2010-2011, including St. John's on the weekend of October 16-17. The workshop is for artists, musicians, writers, actors, dancers, and anyone else looking to make a living in the cultural sector.
Items covered include: Career options & lifestyle implications; The economics of culture; Hard skills (Finance, Budgeting, Accounting, Taxes); Soft skills (Contracts, Copyright/IP, Negotiation, Marketing & Promotion, Professional Communication); Long-term planning (Statistical Resources, Market Research, Strategic Planning).
By the end of the weekend, participants will have the beginnings of a comprehensive business plan, something that they can literally take to the bank.
For further details, or to register online, please see http://cultureconsult.ca.
18) Lean Manufacturing Certificate Program (NL)
Date: Starting September 27, 2010
The Lean Manufacturing Certificate Program is a Six Day Program (6 modules) designed to meet the training needs of companies adopting the 'lean approach' to doing business.
As a Craft Council member, you can receive CME "members' price" for your registration fees.
For more info: david.haire@cme-mec.ca
19) The Studio Fall Schedule, Digital Photography, St. John's (NL)
The Studio's course schedule has recently been updated! There is even a brand new workshop offered called "The Fine Art Digital Printing Workshop" to show you how to get your prints to look like your digital files and/or to improve your digital workflow.
The next scheduled start dates are:
- Basic Digital Photography 1 - SLR: September 28
- Digital Photography 2 - SLR: October 4
- Mastering TTL Flash Workshop (Nikon): October 9
- Basic Adobe Photoshop for Photographers: September 30
- Photographing People (Moving Beyond the Basics): November 15
- NEW! Fine Art Digital Printing: October 24
For more information or to register for classes please call 709-739-0346 or email courses@shanekellyphotography.com.
www.shanekellyphotography.com
20) House of Diamonds Art, Printmaking Workshop, Glovertown (NL)
Dates: September 18-19, 2010
Janet Davis of Norton's Cove Studio will be travelling to Glovertown and will present a workshop in printmaking at the House of Diamonds.
For more information or to register contact the House of Diamonds at: http://www.houseofdiamondsart.com/
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THIS WEEKEND! 21) SALT FISH: Potted & Printed, Visiting Artists (NL)
Janet Davis of Norton's Cove Studio and Alexis Templeton will be visiting each other's studios this September. Janet will be a guest at Alexis' studio on September 11th & 12th in St. John's. In turn Alexis will be returning the visit by showing her salt fish inspired pottery at Norton's Cove Studio two weekends later, on the 24th & 25th. Drop by either studio and see how two artisans are inpired by the same subject.
For more info:
http://www.alexistempleton.com/calendar/calendar.html
http://www.nortonscovestudio.com/
NEW! 22) Marvelous Mat Makers - Rug Hooking Demonstrations and Jackie Alcock Studio Visit, Corner Brook (NL)
As part of Culture Days Events: September 25-26, 2010
September 25, 2010 from 10am-4pm
Marvelous Mat Makers at Sobey's Community Room
There will be demonstrations of rug hooking and a display of material used for rug hooking. You can even try your hand at it yourself. There will also be a display of rugs hooked by the members of Marvelous Mat Makers. This event is being held at the Sobey's Community Room, Valley Mall, Corner Brook. Drop in and see how rugs are made
September 26, 2010 from 1-4pm
Jackie Alcock Studio Visit
A studio visit that will show where and how art is stored in an artists' studio. Jackie is a mixed media artist who paints, creates sculptures, installation art, hooked rugs and woodworking and has been doing so for over 24 years. She is also the webmaster for the Newfoundland War Bride web site.
You can view Jackie's work at artbyjackiealcock.ca
For more info: gj.alcock@nf.sympatico.ca
23) Exhibition: Leyton Gallery, St. John's (NL)
Opening Reception: September 4, 2010 from 3-5pm
Exhibition Dates: Septemeber 4 - 25, 2010
Opening are two new exhibits at the Leyton Gallery. "Interiors" is a small group show of 6 artists, which explores different terms, moods, and moments that make up an interior space. "Waxworks" is a solo show in the annex room of luscious encaustics and mixed media works by artist Anita Singh.
Refreshments will be served. For more information please contact the Leyton Gallery at 722-7177, leytongallery@nf.aibn.com, or check out our website www.theleytongallery.com.
24) Exhibition: Botanical Garden Art Group Exhibition, St. John's (NL)
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 2 from 7-9pm
Show Dates: September 3 - October 3, 2010
Painting in the Garden Botanical Garden Art Group Exhibition at the MUN Botanical Garden
For viewing hours please call ahead:
Tel.: 737-8590
MUN Botanical Garden
306 Mt. Scio Road, St. John's, NL
www.mun.ca/botgarden
25) Exhibition: Eastern Edge Gallery: Colin Lyons and Yorodeo, St. John's (NL)
Opening Reception & Artist Talks: September 4 from 3-5pm
Exhibition Dates: September 4 - October 16, 2010
Location: 72 Harbour Drive, St. John's
3D Silkscreen Print Workshop with Yorodeo: September 5-6 from 12-5pm (The workshop is free, but space is limited to six participants, so please contact the gallery to register.)
An exhibition about pushing the boundaries of printmaking techniques.
For more info: 709-739-1882 or email easternedgegallery@gmail.com
www.easternedge.ca
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General Interest
TOMORROW! 26) "Hooking Our Heritage" - Book Launch
Book Launch and Authors' Presentation: Thursday, September 9 at 7pm
Location: LSPU Hall, 3 Victoria Street
In August 2009, a group of twenty-eight women came together to design and hook rugs under the guidance of organizer/initiator Laura Coultas and artist/rug hooking consultants Sheila Coultas, Frances Ennis and Maxine Ennis. Inspired by the strong Irish heritage on the Southern Shore, known as the Irish Loop, the women decided to create and body of work that would illustrate Newfoundland and Labrador's strong connection with Ireland.
Hooking Our Heritage uses text and picture to trace the progress of the rugs and tell the story behind each one. Within these pages, you will find rugs displaying the words, traditions, landscapes, songs and history shared between the country of Ireland and the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The finished rugs show Irish blessings, a farrier and his horse, fairies playing in a garden, Celtic symbols and many other examples of the links between Ireland and Newfoundland and Labrador.
NEW! 27) End of Summer Sale, A Good Yarn, St. John's (NL)
Don't miss great deals on yarns and other knitting supplies at St. John's newest yarn store! Their end of summer sale is September 17-19 at the store on 4 Bates Hill, St. John's.
For more info: 738-0556 or www.agoodyarn.ca
NEW! 28) Anna Templeton Centre Fundraiser, A French Feast, St. John's (NL)
Date: Friday, September 24, 6:30 for 7pm
After the ArtistPresentation at the Craft Council why not treat yourself to some fine dining?
It's A French Feast - inspired by the traditional recipes of France.
Tickets are available now and are $30 per person. Purchase on-line, over the phone at 739-7623 or in person during office hours, Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm.
www.annatempletoncentre.com
22) Knit Wit Cafe this Month
This month's Knit Wits cafe will be Sunday, September 26th from 7-9pm, at the Anna Templeton Centre, 278 Duckworth Street.
Bring
your current project, start something new or dig out those UFOs
(un-finished object)! Bring along your favourite books, magazines,
patterns or fibres for inspiration! Have a yarn you just don't know what
to do with? Bring it along and swap with others!
If you are new to knitting or have just always wanted to learn, come along...
We
will have a cup of tea (and treats if you like brownies), you can even
bring your own music for knittin' and purlin' and hookn' to!! Crocheters welcome too!
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