Organizing art from last year: #1

So far 2013 has brought me...cleaning: the reorganizing and general clutter riddance will hopefully help with the creative flow. After some major furniture moving I've migrated to my computer and realized that I should also organize my photo albums!  So, here is a picture I found of my work in progress for the Annual Figureworks Awards Show back in November/December 2012.

For this work I went back to working on mylar. (Click to enlarge)  The drawing is done in graphite and a small amount of acrylic paint.

Figureworks is an amazing organization here in Ottawa.  They have annual juried award shows, this was my second time participating and my greatest impression is how well they treat their artists.  For more information visit: http://figureworks.org/

November Art Shows!

Hey look! I will be participating in 3 art events coming up this month! You should come check them out! Yay! See below :)

(Click images to enlarge)

1. Figureworks 2012

Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts: 310 Patrick Street (entrance on Cumberland), Ottawa 

Vernissage/Opening: November 20th, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Award Ceremony will start at 7:30 pm

Exhibition is on display between: November 20th – December 2nd

2. Small Medium Large Fundraiser – one night only – order your art to go! 

Ottawa School of Art Main Gallery: 35 George Street, Ottawa

November 23rd, 6:00 pm

Ticket price: Advanced tickets: $10 purchase at the Ottawa School of Art, or 12$ at the door.

3. Winter Delights Holiday Exhibit (in conjunction with the Ottawa Art Gallery’s “Hats off” party)

The Ottawa Art Gallery-Art Rental and Sales: 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa

November 28th, 6:00 – 9:00 pm

For more information: OAG Art rental and Sales   

"Kicking it back" Beach Bash

This weekend I will be participating in the "Kicking it back" Beach Bash! event. I'll be setting up with other great artists, works will be for sale at affordable prices!  Live musical acts, an amazing variety of art, and hey! there's going to be a raffle!  Come out and support local music and local art, a great way to celebrate the remainder of our Summer - at the beach! (Click poster to see what else to expect)

When? This Saturday, August 25th
Time: Noon - 11pm.  (I will be showing art during the afternoon show - see poster)
Where? Westboro Beach (Kitchissippi Lookout)

Instructor's Exhibit: Photos

Here are some shots from the Ottawa School of Art Orleans Instructors' Exhibit. 

My pieces: "Pause II" & "Sonata" $400 each, graphite and acrylic on mylar

 

This show will be up until August 2nd @ the Shenkman Arts Centre | 245 Centrum Blvd.

Gallery Hours

Monday - Tuesday | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday - Thursday | 9:00 am to 8:30 pm

Friday | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

The Gallery is closed on Sundays & Civic Monday, with the exception of special events

Instructors' Exhibition

I will be in the Ottawa School of Art Orleans instructors' Exhibition. Opening is this coming Thursday, 6-8pm, free admission :D  This show will be up until August 2nd. 
There will be 2 of my mylar drawing/paintings on display. 

Print Exhibition

Hey! I have been helping out in organizing a print exhibit at Orange Art Gallery that will be opening next week!  Sixteen local printmakers will be showing a variety of original prints.  I will be showing some new prints, hope you can come check out the works.  Here are the details:

Opening Night:
Thursday July 19th from 6-10pm

The exhibit will be on display from July 18th - July 29th.
Free Admission.  You are more than welcome to purchase some art;)

Orange Art Gallery: 233 Armstrong Street, Ottawa, Ontario
http://www.orangeartgallery.ca/events.htm
http://ottawaprintmakers.wordpress.com/
Here is the gallery's promo card:

Beechwood Art in the Parking Lot!

Next Saturday I will be participating and helping out at the Beechwood Art in the Parking lot! The Pavement will be painted and plants will be placed all around!

Live music, art, kid fun, food and your neighbours await you at the parking lot by Arturo’s, Second Cup and Fraser Cafe.  I hope you can come and support this community event! Saturday June 23, 2012.  10am – 3pm

click image to enlarge. RSVP at: on.fb.me/LlcMEi

Bloomin’ Art Party and Sale: June 9 & 10

Lemonjellow productions is having another art show coming up soon!  In Lemonjellow fashion, we will be converting a house into an indoor/outdoor (weather permitting) gallery space in the new art hub of Ottawa, Westboro!  These are exciting times for this art collective, of which I am happy to be a part of.  I hope you can make it and celebrate art in bloom with us:

Lemonjellow’s next show is Bloomin’ Art in Westboro during Westfest! Drop by our garden art pARTy and sale and check out the happenings at Westfest. We’ll have a bouquet of artists showing their wares, playing live music, and making live art. There will be home-made goodies to munch on too! 
Drop by, have some lemonade, and flower us with your love!

When: June 9th & 10th (Saturday and Sunday)

Time: 12pm – 6pm both days

Where: 310 Carleton Ave. (Near Wellington St. W) Westboro, Ottawa, Ontario.

You can also RSVP on our Facebook Event Page
Website: wwwlemonjellowproductions.com

4th International Miniature Print Biennale Exhibition

I will have a print on display in this exhibit.  I got a sneak peak with the gallerist last night and the show looks amazing!  The opening reception is tomorrow night, from 5pm to 8pm.  Admission is free, come see beautiful art submitted from local, national, and international artists!

Reception:
Thursday April 12, 2012 from 5pm to 8pm
Free to the public - Everyone welcome 

Works will be on display from:
April 12 - May 20, 2012
Location: Ottawa School of Art Main Gallery:35 George Street, Ottawa, Ontario. 

Art is for sale!

Sketchbook Project page: Full/Empty

Sketchbook Project page: On/Off

Sketchbook Project 2012

Late last year I signed up for the Sketchbook Project 2012 with Art House Co-op.  Artists who sign up are sent a sketchbook in the mail to.... well sketch in, haha.  My sketchbook will be exhibited along side thousands of other creative entries at galleries and museums across North America.  After this tour it becomes part of the permanent collection at The Brooklyn Art Library!   I was late to enter but managed to finish filling out my book.  However, I definitely could have worked on it more.  The theme picked was: Opposite Day.  Here is my cover illustration (Remember it's just a sketch!):

I will post more pictures from my sketchbook in the next little while:)

CABARET INCOGNITO:ASSUMED PERSONALITIES An exploration of the Notions of Identity and Deviance

I'll be participating in Cabaret Incognito's Assumed personalities event tonight with Lemon Jellow! Come check it out!

Saturday, March 24, 2012
Galerie SAW Gallery/Club SAW (bar 19+ ID)
67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON.




Admission: $10 at the door
After 11pm: $5 at the door
100% of the door goes to the performers

Here's their event info: 
CABARET INCOGNITO is a themed Cabaret-format show that incorporates audiovisuals, media, and interdisciplinary performance art that experiments in pushing back the frontiers of aesthetic experiences. It was conceived to create opportunities for the artistically-stricken to get exposure for their performance work while creating a synthesized theatrical environment for the public to immerse themselves in - and be stimulated by - edgy, Avant Garde performances.
Email us: cabaretincognito@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/cabaretincognito
Hidden behind the mask, you are free.
AUDIENCE CHALLENGE: Dress up as your favorite, or fetish alter ego...Are you your own secret agent?
PORTRAIT BOOTH ON SITE OF YOU AND YOUR ASSUMED PERSONALITIES
CO-CURATED BY: Annie Lefebvre and Crissi Kindl
FILM SCREENINGS: 'Avant-Garde 101'
A selection of Avant-Garde short films from the 1920's and 30s taking place in the FREESCHOOL exhibit at SAW Gallery - featuring films from Russia, Germany, and France
 
Doors: 8:30pm
Show: 9pm
German Sparkle Party Dance with DJ CPI: 23h00 - 01h00
https://www.facebook.com/events/326071160782617/

You make my ART beat - February art show and party

I am doing another show with Lemonjellow productions this month!  I will be displaying mixed media drawings and paintings, hope to see you there:) Other artists featured include Julie LaPalme, Grace Scorrar, Greta Grip, Roy Whiddon and Daniel Martelock!
Here are the details and poster (designed by yours truly).  
You make my ART beat! 

  "Since it's a leap year and February has thrown us an extra day of lovin' Lemonjellow Productions is celebrating the month of LUV with eye candy that will dazzle your eyes in a fabulous setting in Sandy Hill. Glen, Shawn and Louis will welcome you into their love den on February 25th from noon to 5 followed by more fun and misadventures in the evening from 7 until we kick you out." -   Lemonjellow Productions