Are you exhibition ready?

The Foyer Gallery Artists Association (FGAA) is looking for innovative emerging and established artists to join the Foyer Gallery. We need dynamic, self directed artists who are committed to hands on operation of an artist run centre. The Foyer Gallery is a 600 square foot, glassed in, City of Ottawa sponsored exhibition space devoted to showcasing the art of local juried artists in a variety of media and styles. Located in the front foyer of the Nepean Sportsplex, the gallery is open five days a week. Throughout the year an exciting schedule of frequently changing exhibitions features high quality paintings, 3D works, prints and cards. Revenue is generated through membership fees and the commission on sales of exhibited artwork.

As an artist run gallery, membership responsibilities include a minimum 1 year commitment, sitting at the gallery for at least two 3 hour shifts per month and active participation on the Board and/or its committees. Benefits include the opportunity to exhibit your artwork in 8 group shows and one four artist show annually.

A Call Out for three upcoming shows at Cube Gallery. Please submit a small .jpg image of 1- 3 pieces per artist. Also a short BIO. Send info to: don@cubegallery.ca

Deadline to submit: May 1st,2012
Group Show: May: RUN!
SEE HOW WE RUN at Cube Gallery
We run for cover, for office and sometimes for our lives. We could be in it for the long run, have a run of luck or run ourselves ragged. And by the way, is that a run in your stocking? Run, don't walk to the Cube Gallery, to be part of Ottawa's biggest running weekend May 25th. This will be a group show celebrating, showcasing and wondering why we love to run.
Theme is wide open.

Deadline to submit: May 1st,2012
Group Show: July: Nuit Noire II
"Nuit Noire" is an art show dedicated to the beauty and majesty of the night sky and a testament to those artists, sculptors, scientists and astronomers who still turn their gaze to the stars. Our second annual dark sky festival! Free sidewalk star party and lectures! At the opening - our neighbours on Julian Ave. will turn out their street lights for the occasion. Paintings, photos and sculpture all about the night.

Call for Submissions
Saving Face: Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Portraiture
September 13 – November 13, 2011
Living Arts Centre Gallery
4141 Living Arts Drive
Mississauga, ON L5B 4B8
905.306.6161

The Living Arts Centre invites artists to submit works for Saving Face, an exhibition about contemporary portraiture in Canada and its relevance today. Portraiture is constantly reinventing itself.  Within the expanding boundaries of art media, countless functions for reproducing human likeness exist – preservation, the deconstruction of identity, homage, etc.  Yet despite this expansion, portraiture is often associated with tradition. Saving Face asks artists to re-evaluate the portrait within a contemporary framework. Drawing from the history of the genre and integrating media both old and new, the exhibition will identify contemporary Canadian portraiture and reveal new trends in its practice. Artists working in all media are encouraged to submit up to two works for consideration. Cash prizes will be awarded.

Exhibition jurors:
Alejandro Arauz, multi-disciplinary artist & educator, University of New Mexico
Steven Schwartz, Director, Engine Gallery, Toronto
Cole Swanson, Curator, Living Arts Centre Gallery, Mississauga
SUBMISSION INFORMATION:
$25.00 application fee (cheques made out to the Living Arts Centre, cash accepted)
artist statement (max. 100 words)
current CV
2 image submissions of current work (jpegs on CD at 72 dpi), including a word document listing title, medium, size, date, and artist’s name for each submission
* Artist’s name must be clearly labelled on the submission CD*
SASE (self addressed and stamped envelope) – please ensure correct postage for return of CD (The Living Arts Centre assumes no responsibility for images sent without return postage)
Email submissions will not be accepted.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Monday, August 8, 2011
Please send submissions to:
Saving Face Juried Exhibition
c/o Exhibition Curator, Cole Swanson
Studio Arts
Living Arts Centre
4141 Living Arts Drive
Mississauga, ON
L5B 4B8
For more information, please email curator Cole Swanson at cole.swanson@livingarts.on.ca or call 905.306.6161.

JOB OPENING

POSITION:  CURATOR

ORGANIZATION:  Galerie SAW Gallery

We are looking for an exceptionally creative and energetic individual to join our small team in the role of Curator.

BACKGROUND

Founded in Ottawa in 1973, Galerie SAW Gallery is a non-profit artist-run centre dedicated to the presentation of contemporary art. Today, with its strong focus on outreach and community development, Galerie SAW Gallery boasts an annual audience of over 30,000 people. The centre’s risk-taking exhibition program presents the work of many artists who are not often considered by other Canadian art institutions. An evolving space comprised of Galerie SAW Gallery, Club SAW and the SAW outdoor courtyard, the centre is an ideal venue for the presentation of performance, media art and new artistic practices. Located in the National Capital region, Galerie SAW Gallery actively participates in political discourse around cultural diversity, the rights of artists and freedom of expression.

MANDATE

Galerie SAW Gallery

- promotes contemporary Canadian and international artists, emerging and established, from diverse cultural backgrounds;

- presents a contemporary art program with a strong focus on Canadian performance and media art, with bilingual interpretative material produced for each exhibition;

- adapts to the changing nature of the contemporary arts by maintaining an evolving interdisciplinary presentation space comprised of SAW Gallery, Club SAW and the SAW outdoor courtyard;

- serves the needs of diverse communities through audience development initiatives;

- engages in collaborations with other arts organizations to increase opportunities for exhibiting artists and to outreach to new audiences;

- commits to paying artist fees above CARFAC recommendations.

JOB PROFILE

You will develop and organize critical and innovative exhibition programs that appeal to a wide range of audiences, in accordance with Galerie SAW Gallery’s mandate. You will work to build the centre’s relationships with artists and organizations from the Ottawa-Gatineau region, Canada and abroad. You will use your expertise in communications to contribute unique community outreach programs and public relations initiatives.

You will work closely with the Director to research, plan, manage and deliver all aspects of the gallery’s programs.

REQUIREMENTS

You will have at least three years of experience in curating exhibitions, in producing publications, in organizing events and in leading teams to deliver projects. You will have a diploma in studio arts, art history, curatorial studies or a related field, along with solid experience working in an artist-run organization, and a broad knowledge of contemporary art. You will have outstanding writing and editorial skills, including proven grant writing skills. As an active figure in the contemporary art scene, you will have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively. You will have a strong background and interest in outreach and community development. A thorough knowledge of and demonstrated interest in performance and media art programming will be an asset. A strong command of both French and English will be preferred.

JOB TYPE

This is a full-time permanent position, with benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Please e-mail your CV along with a statement of intent, a selection of writing samples and three professional references to sawgallery@artengine.ca. Sample catalogues of exhibitions/projects may be mailed to: Galerie SAW Gallery, Attn: Hiring Committee, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa ON  K1N 7B9.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday, June 24, 2011

Start Date of Position: Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Galerie SAW Gallery is committed to employment equity and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender identity, age, creed, disability or sexual orientation.

Please be advised that we are only able to contact candidates selected for an interview. Thank you for your interest in this employment opportunity at Galerie SAW Gallery.

Internship opportunity - Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage

Job title: Education and Outreach Assistant
Location: Carleton University Art Gallery (CUAG), Ottawa, ON
Duration: 37 weeks
Dates: June 20, 2011 to March 2, 2012
Salary: $15.00/hour
Full time: 35 hours per week
Language of work: English

Description:
The Education and Outreach Assistant will work with CUAG’s Director and Curator to research, develop and implement a wide-ranging program of education and outreach activities, including but not limited to panel discussions, symposia, gallery tours, workshops and lectures. They will work to expand awareness on the part of academic units of the art gallery’s rich resources so as to facilitate the use of its collections and exhibitions in teaching and research; identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration between the art gallery and faculty members; design, coordinate and evaluate student-oriented activities that enhance university life; liaise with local schools and community groups in order to identify and understand their needs and interests and to promote the art gallery’s activities; design, coordinate and evaluate school activities to complement and promote understanding and enjoyment of the art gallery’s exhibition program.

Qualifications:
The candidate will possess a university or college degree in art history, art education, or museum studies. Preference will be given to candidates who possess an M.A. in one of the above-mentioned fields. Previous museum experience or work experience involving youth and/or retirees is an asset but not mandatory. The candidate will need basic word-processing skills (MS Word) as well as experience working with Excel spreadsheets or the equivalent. Fluency in English is required and basic or superior knowledge of French is an asset but not mandatory.

Eligibility Criteria:

This is an internship funded by the Young Canada Works at Building Heritage Careers in Heritage Program.

To be eligible for this internship, you must meet the following criteria:

1)     be legally entitled to work in Canada;

2)     be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada (Note: Non-Canadian interns holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent status are not eligible.);

3)     be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment;

4)     be an unemployed or underemployed college or university graduate, that is, not employed full-time;

5)     be a recent graduate who has graduated from college or university within the last 24 months;

6)     not be receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits while employed with YCW;

7)     must not have previously participated in or been paid under this or any other Career Focus internship program funded under the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy;

8)     be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment;

9)     not have another full-time job (over 30 hours a week) while employed with YCW; and

10)  be registered in the YCW online candidate inventory (www.youngcanadaworks.gc.ca).


To apply:

If you meet the above criteria, please visit the Young Canada Works website (http://www.pch.gc.ca/ycw). You can register in the online candidate inventory and apply for the internship there.

Application deadline is Wednesday 8 June 2011.


For any questions, please contact Alisdair MacRae at (613) 520-2600, ext. 2929, or emailalisdair_macrae@carleton.ca

Friday

PATRICK MIKHAIL GALLERY is pleased to present STATE OF THE ART, a group exhibition featuring eight innovative, young Canadian artists exploring a range of contemporary issues and ideas.  The artists featured include LINDA CHALMERS, DAVE AND JENN (pictured: In the end, don't worry about me, I don't need you), KRISTOPHER KARKLIN, JENNIFER LEFORT, ANDREW MORROW, JAMES OLLEY, and AMY SCHISSEL.

MAY 25 TO JULY 20, 2011

ARTIST RECEPTION:
FRIDAY, MAY 27, 2011
5:30 P.M. TO 9 P.M.

City of Ottawa’s Public Art Program presents an
Opportunity for Artists:
Request for Proposals
DIRECT PURCHASE 2011
The City of Ottawa is seeking to purchase artworks by professional artists in all visual arts media for display throughout City of Ottawa facilities and public spaces. Artists who would like their work to be considered for purchase must submit images of existing artwork for the jury’s review. The City of Ottawa was one of the first cities in North America to adopt a visual arts policy. Developed in 1985, the City of Ottawa’s Public Art Program manages and exhibits an art collection of over 1700 works focusing on local artists. The collection is comprised of works of art that allow for an appreciation, an understanding and a future interpretation of the City’s visual arts history.
The City of Ottawa has set aside a percentage of the 2011 Direct Purchase budget specifically to support area emerging artists.
DEADLINE
Submissions must be received by mail or by hand no later than 5 p.m. Monday, May 16, 2011. Submissions post-marked May 16, 2011 will be accepted; however, faxed or emailed submissions will not be accepted. Incomplete or late proposals will not be reviewed.
INQUIRIES
Application forms and image list forms are available on the web at: http://ottawa.ca/residents/arts/for_artists/opportunities/index_en.html
For information concerning updating or inclusion in the City of Ottawa's Artists Registry or any other collection inquiries please contact: publicartprogram@ottawa.ca or call 613-244-6852

"Ottawa's best-kept musical secret"
"A hidden jewel"
"High calibre of music"

Divertimento Orchestra is an Ottawa-based group of 68 musicians. It began in 1984 as a small ensemble in someone's basement for their own pleasure and has evolved into a full-fledged community symphony.

Divertimento Orchestra is now looking for new String Players, as well as a Bass Trombone and a French Horn player.

This is a call to professional artists for the 2012 - 2013 exhibition season.

Espace Odyssée at the Maison de la culture de Gatineau seeks submissions from professional artists having a contemporary visual art practice. Espace Odyssée’s vast expanse allows the hanging of two-dimensional works of medium to very large size. The suspension and the projection of works are welcome.

Espace Odyssée enjoys an exceptional visibility. It is located in the heart of the Maison de la culture and its Salle Odyssée.

In 2010, it welcomed more than 40 000 visitors.

PROPOSALS MUST INCLUDE :
•       A current art related resume
•       Ten identified images, on CD-Rom, DVD or by email which are representative of the work in the proposed exhibition
•       A technical  list detailed with: name, medium, size and year of the work
•       A brief artist's statement outlining the intent of the exhibition
•       A stamped self-addressed envelope if material must be returned
•       Links to a Website or incomplete submissions will not be considered

Deadline for submission: May 20, 2011

Complete information at : www.maisondelaculture.ca

Marie Hélène Giguère
Coordonnatrice des espaces d'exposition
Maison de la culture de Gatineau
855, boul de la Gappe, Gatineau (Québec)  J8T 8H9
Téléphone : (819) 243-2325

This one-year certificate program is designed for students with an interest in fine art and art related vocations.  Students experience hands-on training in painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture and digital photography.  Courses address the role of artists in society and investigate career paths aligned with fine art, including: professional artist, gallery and museum programming, arts administration and art education.  This program is ideal for students that want to prepare a portfolio for applications to university studies in fine art.

This one-year certificate is ideal for individuals who:

· Want to experience hands-on training in studio art at an introductory level
· Would like to know more about historical and contemporary art
· Would like to learn about career and academic paths related to the arts and culture sector
· Are seeking an introduction to the various arts institutions, galleries, and community arts organizations that operate within major Canadian cities such as Ottawa
· Are interested in business perspectives and strategies used by professional artists in Canada
· Would like to develop a portfolio for university applications

Individuals are asked to register before May 15, 2011. Space is limited.
Applicants will be considered until September only if spaces are open.
Registrar’s Office: 613-727-0002

Program Information:

Natasha Mazurka
Program Coordinator
Introduction to Fine Art, General Arts and Science
Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Avenue
Ottawa ON K2G 1V8
613-727-4723, extension 5820
mazurkn@algonquincollege.com
http://www2.algonquincollege.com/generalarts/program/introduction-to-fine-art/

Galerie St-Laurent + Hill is pleased to present a series of new works by
  Montréal artist Nina Cherney.

  The trademarks of Nina Cherney`s work are exuberant colour and dynamic
  brushwork. In this exhibition, the artist presents a series of paintings
  evoking the sights and smells of the landscape around her country home in
  the Laurentians. These paintings refer to a sublime moment, when natural
  beauty overwhelms us. The large scale and thick layers of paint translate
  this awe and joy. The quirky perspectives and shapes and vivid colours
  deliver intense emotions, forcing the viewer to react.

  Nina Cherney lives and works in Montreal and is a graduate
  of Concordia University, where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in
  Painting and Drawing .She has exhibited her work in galleries in Canada .Her
  work can also be found in numerous corporate collections.

Exhibition Dates

  April 28 to May 11, 2010

Reception

  Thursday April 28, 2011 5-8pm
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Come join us for readings by 2010 Ottawa Book Award Winners Craig Poile and Andrew Horrall at the AlphaSoul Cafe 1015 Wellington St. West.

Hosted by Ken Rockburn
Admission free.

Thursday April 28th, 7:30 - 9:00pm.

Art Matters
All Party Townhall on matters of Art
Tuesday, April 19, 6:30 – 8pm

Plan to attend this public forum at the Cube Gallery discussing and debating the role of art in our lives, our cities, our country.

Do the candidates in the upcoming federal election have a vision for the role of art in Canada? Do they understand how art enhances our communities, educates our minds and broadens our vistas?

...Come and join this lively debate with candidates from all of the politicial parties as they discuss where they stand on the arts.

Does art matter? Should we remove taxes on original art? Should Canadian theatre, music, and other cultural events be taxed? What would our lives, our communities, our workspaces be without art?

This will be an important opportunity for anyone involved in the arts community, including artists, audiences, academics, the people who work and play in our public spaces. Don't miss this opportunity to be heard.

Confirmed participants include:
• Paul Dewar (NDP, Ottawa Centre)
• Jen Hunter (Green, Ottawa Centre)
• Scott Bradley (Liberal, Ottawa Centre)
• Stuart Ryan (Communist, Ottawa Centre)

ABSENT from the Debate
• Damian Konstantinakos (Conservative, Ottawa Centre) (Although his campaign office is directly across the street he has declined our offer)

This forum will be free of charge. Open to the public and wheelchair accessible.

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Cube Gallery
1285 Wellington St. W.  Ottawa, K1Y 3A8
613 728 1750   ~   613 728 2111
Cubegallery.ca
don@cubegallery.ca

Friday

Gallery115: Annex presents: (nouveau) flaneur, photographic works by Richard Jansen Exhibition: April 1, 2011-June 17, 2011 Vernissage: April 1, 2011, 5pm-7pm
We are pleased to announce the opening of Gallery 115: Annex, which is situated on the 6th floor of the Morisset library, on the University of Ottawa Campus. (nouveau) flâneur is the first exhibition to be shown in the new satellite gallery, and marks significant advancement in the awareness and celebration of student art on campus.
The flaneur, birthed of 19th century urbanization, observes the workings and cityscapes of a society continually in flux. The many impressions of the flâneur manifest themselves in a variety of media such as writing, painting, and photography and are subject to change with society's embrace of new media. In his artistic practice, Richard Jansen illustrates the way in which a 21st century flâneur adapts and responds to the omnipresence of technology within society.
Curated by Natasha Chaykowski
The vernissage will take place on Friday April 1, 2011, from 5pm-7pm, in the University of Ottawa's Morisset library, 6th floor.
Your attendance is warmly welcomed
For further information please email gallery115@uottawa.ca
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JOSÉ LUIS TORRES
Dérives
Du 1er avril
au 4 juin 2011
Vernissage le vendredi
1er avril 2011 de 18 h à 20 h
ART-IMAGE
En même temps que l’on se déplace, on habite…
Sous la forme d’un jeu nomade, des modules de bois sur roues invitent le visiteur à les manipuler, les déplacer, les organiser comme bon lui semble. Les élémnts mobiles
sont source d’expériences diverses. Une forêt de cloisons mouvantes engagera le visiteur à créer ses propres pièces, espaces, couloirs ou labyrinthes, dans la plus joyeuse liberté. Un paysage mobile, donc, d’apparence trompeusement simple, et un brin communautaire.
L’artiste remercie la Ville de Montmagny, le Conseil des arts du Canada ainsi que le Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec pour leur soutien dans la réalisation de ce projet.

Maison de la culture de Gatineau
855, boulevard de la Gappe
Gatineau

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The Carleton University Choir presents Opera et cetera:
Students of Carleton and community members of Ottawa invite you to take part in an operatic performance on April 1st. For their Spring concert, the Carleton University Choir has prepared a night of breathtaking performances including pieces form various beloved operas. Conductor J.S. Allaire, soloists, and choir members will be performing pieces from Bizet's Carmen, Puccini's Madama Butterfly, Gilbert & Sullivan's Trial by Jury, Lerner & Lowe's My Fair Lady, and many more!
Concert will take place at Parkdale United Church (429 Parkdale Ave, Ottawa) on the evening of April 1st at 8pm.  Adults $20, Seniors $15, Students $8. Tickets available at the door, or at The Leading Note: 370 Elgin Street, Compact Music: 190 Bank St., and 785A Bank Street, CD Warehouse.
Further Information:
Favorite opera choruses and solos featuring:  Susan Blyth-Schofield (soprano), Shawne Elizabeth (soprano), Denis Boudreault (tenor), David MacAdam (tenor) and students from Carleton University.   Works by:  Bizet, Donizetti, Gilbert and Sullivan, Lerner and Lowe, Mozart, Offenbach, Puccini, Purcell, Rossini, Tchaikovsky, Verdi and others.
Jean-Sébastien Allaire, Conductor
Scott Richardson, Piano
Friday, April 1, 2011
8:00 pm
Parkdale United Church
429 Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa
Tickets:  Adults $20,  Seniors $15,  Students $8
Available at:  The Leading Note, 370 Elgin Street, Compact Music, 190 Bank St., and 785A Bank Street, CD Warehouse, all locations

Registration is now being accepted for Cynosure: Metalsmithing & Jewelry Making at the ByWard Market Campus. This spring Cynosure Jewelry is offering 6 short courses and workshops. Students can choose to take a short course such as Jewelry Making & Metalsmithing where they will learn the basic techniques in order to design and create their own jewelry or they can take a one day workshop like the Precious Metal Clay Boot Camp (for PMC lovers) where they will learn technical and practical information condensed in a one day intensive class.

Les inscriptions sont maintenant acceptées pour Cynosure: ‘Metalsmithing & Jewelry Making’ au Campus du Marché By. Ce printemps, Cynosure Jewelry offre 6 cours et ateliers. Les étudiants peuvent choisir de prendre un atelier d'une demi-journée tels que 'Jewelry Making' et 'Metalsmithing' où ils apprendront les techniques de base afin de concevoir et de créer leurs propres bijoux, ou ils peuvent prendre un atelier d'une journée comme ‘Precious Metal Clay Boot Camp’ (pour les amateurs de PMC) où ils apprendront des informations techniques et pratiques condensé dans une classe d’une journée intensive.

Nina Camilleri
Marketing and Events Coordinator / Coordinatrice de marketing et événements

Ottawa School of Art / École d'art  d'Ottawa
35, rue George Street
ByWard Market
Ottawa, ON K1N 8W5

Teaching art to everyone / Enseigner l'art à tous

T: 613.241.7471 x26
www.artottawa.ca

Friday

Public Lecture by Pauline Oliveros
“Deep Listening Institute: 1985 to the Present”
Friday March 18, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
303 Patterson Hall
Carleton University
Free! All are welcome.
On March 18, Pauline Oliveros will give a lecture titled “Deep Listening Institute: 1985 to the Present” in the Humanities Theatre, 303 Patterson Hall, at Carleton University. Her talk will present an overview of the Deep Listening Institute’s activities over the past quarter century, including the organization’s extraordinary “Adaptive Use Musical Instrument” project which is enabling individuals with severe physical and mental disabilities to make music. This will be an inspiring lecture by one of the most significant figures in the world of contemporary music.

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Suze Rotolo passed away last week after a battle with lung cancer.  She was 67.

Rotolo was an activist, artist, writer and teacher. 

She was also, for a time, muse to the 20th century's greatest song writer, Bob Dylan. 

Every year the Ottawa Orchid Society has a gallery at its annual show with an adjudicated competition for orchid themed art, fine crafts and photography. In 2010, about 50 local artists displayed their work, and we had everything from wrought iron to oils and acrylics. This year our show is April 23-24 at the Nepean Sportsplex. Exhibitors enter free of charge, and there is no entry fee for exhibits so we are very artist friendly. Should a piece of work be for sale and find a buyer, we charge a 10% commission. We attract numerous artists and exhibit more than 120 pieces every year (along with about 2000 blooming plants!) The registration form and Art Show information are also posted at http://www.ottawaorchidsociety.com/show_2010.html.

Friday

OPEN FORMAT is a monthly series presenting a changing roster of secret DJs mixing together music they love, freely an regardless of genre. It takes place the 3rd Friday of each month, from 9:00pm to 1:00am, beginning January 2011 at Shanghai Restaurant (651 Somerset Street West, Ottawa). It is free but by donation, with the DJs of each night directing  all monies to people and/or places in our communities where it may be helpful.
OPEN FORMAT 02 -- benefit for CHUO 89.1 FM
Friday, February 18, 2011
Shanghai Restaurant (651 Somerset St. West), Ottawa
9:oo PM to 1:oo AM
Free (donation requested)
ALL AGES

La Petite Mort Gallery presents..
One Night ONLY Exhibit
LUC PIGEAULT
New Photographic Works
VERNISSAGE: Friday February 18, 2011/ 7-10pm
Tunes by Big Mac Daddy
Proudly sponsored by CKCU 93.1 FM

KARSH-MASSON GALLERY
136 St. Patrick Street, Ottawa
ARTIST TALK with INGRID LARSSEN (in English)
Sunday, February 20 at 2 pm
All welcome. Free of charge.
Presented in conjunction with
CONSTRUCTIONS : CONTEMPORARY NORWEGIAN ARTS & CRAFTS
Organized by The Royal Norwegian Embassy in partnership with the Norwegian Association for Arts and Crafts and the City of Ottawa
Exhibition continues until March 20, 2011
Sunday

February 20th – This Way of Life
(2010, dir Thomas Burstyn, New Zealand)
Filmed in the stunning beauty of New Zealand's rugged Ruahine Mountains by veteran cinematographer and ex-Montrealer Thomas Burstyn, this documentary follows the unusual family of Peter Karena and his wife, Colleen, as they raise their half-wild brood of six kids, trying to eke out a different kind of life for themselves. Peter can tame a wild horse, or field dress a deer, but he can't seem to find a home for his family amidst an escalating struggle with his own father. Shortlisted for the Best Documentary Oscar.
Café Molo (upstairs), 745 Riverside Dr., Wakefield (corner of River Road and Valley Drive). Sunday screenings 5 pm & 7:30 pm.

CAO Sweetheart Cocktail for the Arts

WE ARE THE ARTS!

Escape the February blahs and join us in a celebration of excellence in the arts! We'll fuel your passions with music, dance, delicacies and the best opportunity for charming chats with a host of arts enthusiasts.

Date: Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Place: Canadian Museum of Nature Salon
Tickets: $75
Get together with our sponsors' representatives, business leaders, arts patrons, artists, media personnel and politicians of all stripes as we celebrate the great work being done by our local artists and the generosity of our business partners who believe in recognising excellence in the arts.

The event will highlight the announcement of the short-listed nominees for the inaugural RBC Emerging Artist Award, the Mid-Career Artist Award, sponsored by Ginsberg Gluzman Fage & Levitz, LLP, and Mann & Partners, LLP and the Victor Tolgesy Arts Award. In addition we will be presenting the CAO annual Business Award for contribution to the arts.

www.arts-ottawa.on.ca
council@arts-ottawa.on.ca

FIELDWORK - CALL FOR PROPOSALS

fieldwork is accepting proposals for its 2012-13 exhibition season
For information on fieldwork and to download a pdf with detailed submission information go to:  www.fieldworkproject.com
Contact:  fieldworkproject@gmail.com

DEADLINE:  March 15, 2011

fieldwork is an outdoor art space dedicated to presenting new, site-specific installations biannually for the public to discover.  It is located in a small field in eastern Ontario, close to the town of Perth, next to a gravel road.
There are two exhibition periods each year:  Spring/Summer, and Autumn/Winter.

fieldwork is a not-for-profit project, volunteer-run by the fieldwork Collective and is supported by The Ontario Arts Council.

ELIGIBILITY:

Artists or collaborations of creative people (including Landscape Architects, Designers, Multimedia artists) are welcome to submit proposals for installation at the field site, or for digital installations to be linked to the website. The work proposed is intended to be site-specific (ie. conceived for, and related to, the field) and may be in any media.  Attention to the integrity of the land as well as public safety must be given.

KEY DATES:

March 15, 2011: Deadline for receipt of applications
May 31, 2011:  Notification of acceptance

Spring/Summer 2012
Installation period: May 1-15, 2012
Exhibition period: May 15 - September 7, 2012

Autumn/Winter 2012/13
Installation period:  September 1-15, 2012
Exhibition period: September 15, 2012 - May 1, 2013.