The Cornwall Square Show is coming together beautifully. I was there today to drop off my paintings and again tonight to make sure there were enough volunteers. It is looking great! Larger paintings and all formats are making for an even better show than the Calendar Show. (And I wouldn't have thought that possible!)
There is awesome work there! Go see it! Add your's to it if you haven't put anything in yet.
Volunteers are needed urgently. It's only four hours for each time slot and we're flexible. Let's not let this fade out (which is going to happen if we don't get more volunteers) - let's keep it alive. Members are urged to volunteer to make this a success!
During the Calendar Show, we had over 2,2o0 people go through. (More if you include the non-voters.) A few hours of volunteer time is a small price to pay for this kind of exposure to your work.
Contact D'Arcy and let him know when you are available. See your email box for the schedule.
I'll post pics tomorrow of the show.
Deb
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Another Show! Starting Immediately!
It is official, Cornwall Square loves us! The public’s response has been so positive that Focus Art has been invited to return to the same locale at Cornwall Square and exhibit from April 29th to May 9th.
This will be different from the first exhibit because it will not be limited to "landscape" format (as was needed for the Calendar). It will allow all our members to exhibit a broader range of work - anything, any format.
Until we know how many people can put something in (and you all should!), it is limited to 2 medium size paintings/works or 1 big painting/work. D'Arcy would like to see everyone put something in, especially the members that did not exhibit during the calendar show. It is also strongly suggested that you put in different work than was exhibited in the Calendar Show. This will make the show different and more interesting for guests coming back for more eye candy.
We plan to have some of our members actually working on their art at the Square, so the public can see our new artwork and we can show them what we can do. All members have another chance to really promote their work, so don't miss this opportunity!
This is a members only "Open" exhibit.
Deb (with excerpts from D'Arcy's group announcements)
This will be different from the first exhibit because it will not be limited to "landscape" format (as was needed for the Calendar). It will allow all our members to exhibit a broader range of work - anything, any format.
Until we know how many people can put something in (and you all should!), it is limited to 2 medium size paintings/works or 1 big painting/work. D'Arcy would like to see everyone put something in, especially the members that did not exhibit during the calendar show. It is also strongly suggested that you put in different work than was exhibited in the Calendar Show. This will make the show different and more interesting for guests coming back for more eye candy.
We plan to have some of our members actually working on their art at the Square, so the public can see our new artwork and we can show them what we can do. All members have another chance to really promote their work, so don't miss this opportunity!
This is a members only "Open" exhibit.
Deb (with excerpts from D'Arcy's group announcements)
Calendar Show Winner
In D'Arcy's words,
Focus Art is pleased to report on the overwhelming response from the public at our most recent exhibit held in the Cornwall Square. The "Public’s Choice" of the 12 best works of Focus Art’s members for our 2010 calendar brought in a total of 2,207 votes and we thank everyone sincerely for participating.
Mrs. Claire Lacroix, from Alexandria, was the winner of an original watercolour painting by Alan Bain. This was the first time we have opened this exhibit and choice of artworks to the public and we have received high praise and great encouragement for doing it.
We must share these accolades with the staff of Cornwall Square, without their support none of this would have been possible. We would like to thank: Chris Savard, General Manager, for authorizing the use of the space; Karen Burns, Marketing Director, for arranging all lease details and operations with personnel; Kim Villeneuve for administrative support and Mall Security for their assistance.
Following is a photo of (left) Alan Bain, artist of the watercolour, (centre) Claire Lacroix, winner of the watercolour and (right) D'Arcy Thorpe, president of Focus Art.
Deb
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Calendar Show!
The Calendar Show is into its fourth day and is a very resounding success! If (as a member), you didn't put any artwork into the show show, you are missing a fantastic amount of exposure to the community!
Saturday was the first day open to the public and 454 ballots were filled in. Sunday's totals have been reported as 177 ballots. (I'll put Monday's totals here as soon as I receive them from D'Arcy.)
Speaking as one of the volunteers who worked Sunday, there was an incredible amount of people who enjoyed the display. Many didn't even know we had an art group in Cornwall and many didn't realize the display was all local talent. But everyone who voted enjoyed the process of chooosing their twelve favourites and helping to decide on the content of our next calendar. Rose, Adele, Bernie Lauzon, myself and Bernie Carriere (who graciously 'rolled up his sleeves' on-the-spot and filled in) all had a great time talking to so many people about art.
By allowing us the use of this large store, Cornwall Square has given us a great opportunity and we owe them many thanks!
By allowing us the use of this large store, Cornwall Square has given us a great opportunity and we owe them many thanks!
Deb
Here's a few shots of the setup;
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Calendar Show Registration Forms
Important Notice to all Members!
If you did not receive your Calendar Show Registration Form by email, please contact me and I'll re-send it to you. Everyone who is on my email list was sent one tonight. If you're a member and not on my list, contact me and I'll add you.
Hope you all enter!
Deb
If you did not receive your Calendar Show Registration Form by email, please contact me and I'll re-send it to you. Everyone who is on my email list was sent one tonight. If you're a member and not on my list, contact me and I'll add you.
Hope you all enter!
Deb
Tracy-Lynn Chisholm's Painting in Advertisement
While in Toronto, at the One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale, Tracy-Lynn Chisholm had some fantastic luck! One of her paintings appeared in their advertisement for the show! Congratulations Tracy-Lynn .... hope you had lots of luck at the show.
Click on the image below to see a larger view.
Deb
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Alan Bain Classes at St. Lawrence College Brockville
Here is a list of the classes Alan will be teaching at St. Lawrence College, Brockville during the spring months and July.
All classes are given at St. Lawrence College - Brockville.
Flowers and Fencelines June 6/7, 9:30 - 4:30 (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) A fond look at old fencelines and the colourful assortment of flowers which love that environment.
Boats, dinghies, canoes and the Thousand Island shores. June 13/14, 9:30 - 4:30. (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) Boats waiting for spring. And Alan's easy to learn technique for drawing boats of all sizes.
Surrounded by Spring May 16/17, 9:30 - 4:30. (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) Just before they are overwhelmed by greens there is a brief period early spring greens and warm sunlight make barns most attractive.
And at the Thousand Islands Summer School for the Arts - Brockville campus:
Summertime and Country Roads, July 14,15 and 16 9:30 to 4:30 (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) An indoor look at the colour, composition and enrichment of bright summer day scenes.
Reflections July 21,22,23, 9:30 - 4:30, (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) Unravel the secrets of painting reflections. After we have looked at colour control and the actual mechanics, reflections are deceptively easy! And the add such truth to your paintings.
All classes are given at St. Lawrence College - Brockville.
Flowers and Fencelines June 6/7, 9:30 - 4:30 (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) A fond look at old fencelines and the colourful assortment of flowers which love that environment.
Boats, dinghies, canoes and the Thousand Island shores. June 13/14, 9:30 - 4:30. (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) Boats waiting for spring. And Alan's easy to learn technique for drawing boats of all sizes.
Surrounded by Spring May 16/17, 9:30 - 4:30. (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) Just before they are overwhelmed by greens there is a brief period early spring greens and warm sunlight make barns most attractive.
And at the Thousand Islands Summer School for the Arts - Brockville campus:
Summertime and Country Roads, July 14,15 and 16 9:30 to 4:30 (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) An indoor look at the colour, composition and enrichment of bright summer day scenes.
Reflections July 21,22,23, 9:30 - 4:30, (Watercolours- Beginners and Intermediates) Unravel the secrets of painting reflections. After we have looked at colour control and the actual mechanics, reflections are deceptively easy! And the add such truth to your paintings.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Sandra Taylor Teaching at St. Lawrence College, Cornwall Campus
FYI – Painting and Drawing Course is now offered at the Cornwall Campus, Tues evenings from 6:30 – 9:30pm starting May 12, 2009. Now registering for course, $115.72 8 weeks
CREATIVE / FINE ARTS
FINE ARTS
NEW Painting and Drawing I (Part I) In this course, the student learns to align the choice of materials, traditional techniques and contemporary approaches to painting with their artistic vision. Emphasis is placed on building an image, evaluating one’s own process and crafting a surface through individualized projects. Participants may work in the media of their choice. (21 hours) Instructor: S. Taylor
Tues May 12-June 23, 6:30-9:30pm,
$115.71
ARTS6009A, Room M262
Painting and Drawing I (Part II) will be offered in the upcoming Fall 2009 semester.
For more info or to register, please click here.
Deb
CREATIVE / FINE ARTS
FINE ARTS
NEW Painting and Drawing I (Part I) In this course, the student learns to align the choice of materials, traditional techniques and contemporary approaches to painting with their artistic vision. Emphasis is placed on building an image, evaluating one’s own process and crafting a surface through individualized projects. Participants may work in the media of their choice. (21 hours) Instructor: S. Taylor
Tues May 12-June 23, 6:30-9:30pm,
$115.71
ARTS6009A, Room M262
Painting and Drawing I (Part II) will be offered in the upcoming Fall 2009 semester.
For more info or to register, please click here.
Deb
Audrey Bain Show
Audrey M. Bain will be showing a selection of her paintings at the South Grenville Guild of Fine Art's 18th Annual Art Show and Sale.
Alan Bain will do a series of demonstrations.
To be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 141 Henry Street, Prescott, Ontario.
April 24 - 7 pm to 9 pm
April 25 - 10 am - 5 pm
April 26 - 11 am - 4 pm
Below, is one of Audrey's paintings. Best of luck to both Audrey and Alan.
Deb
Unveiling of the Easter Panels
The unveiling of the Easter Panels was held at The Cornwall Library, Sunday April 5, 2009. Twelve Eastern Ontario Artists participated in creating the tryptich with a theme of The Last Supper.
Participating Artists were Mi-Sun Hunter, Rose Desnoyers, Micheline Tanguay, Adele Constantineau, Jacqueline Milner, Derek Hunter, Denise Desjardins, Tracy-Lynn Chisholm, Pat Campbell, Rachel Bourgon, Jocelynn Nicholson and Sandra Taylor.
See this entry for more details.
If you click on the photo above, you'll get a much larger version to view.
Deb
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Calendar Exhibition Details
More news about the Calendar Exhibition;
The dropoff date will be April 17 from 9:30 am to 9 pm.
Public exhibition (and voting) will be from April 18 to the 25 during the mall hours.
Pickup date will be April 26.
We will be exhibiting in the old Blue Jeans store situated at the top of the escalator on the right hand side. This is a large store with lots of hanging possibilities! This is an excellent venue to have your work viewed as we were told that on average, they have 68,000 to 71,000 people a week come to the Square. That’s really good exposure!
You may enter as many pieces as you wish. There is a $5 entry fee for each piece entered. You must be a member to enter. (If you're not a member, now is a great time to join!) Since the calendar is limited to twelve months, each member may only have ONE entry in the calendar. If several pieces of yours were to win the highest votes, only the one with the highest number of votes would be put on the calendar and the others would receive an honourable mention. Then, the next qualifying artist would be put on the calendar. All members that enter work that is not part of the top 12 chosen will have honourable mention on the back cover of the calendar.
Hooks will be provided but ALL paintings MUST be ready to hang with wire across the back. (Hooks on the back of your painting will not be accepted - there must be wire to easily and safely hang paintings on the walls.)
The format for this calendar will be the same as the format we've used in previous years (NOT last year's format). To be considered for the calendar, a landscape format is required. Otherwise there is just too much white space on the pages. So try to use a ration of 1:1.5. (i.e. it should be 1.5 times wider than it is high.)
Any sculpture/ mixed media must be of reasonable size for the venue. Work that requires a "pedestal" mount will be the responsibility of the artist and must also be of reasonable size for the venue.
Because this will be a "general public" show representing Focus Art, all work is subject to scrutiny for offensive content. Racist, Sexist, Obscene or Pornographic subject matter will not be tolerated regardless of "artistic licence" and can be rejected on those grounds
Each person may vote once. Any duplicate votes will be disqualified. Members may also vote once.
Alan Bain is donating one of his beautiful paintings as a prize. All voters (members and the public) are eligible for this draw. Many thanks to Alan for his generosity.
During mall hours / exhibition hours, we will have at least two members of Focus Art in the store at all times watching over the venue and to act as ambassadors of Focus Art to promote our group. Please volunteer your time for this. It doesn't have to be a full day - all we need is a few hours at best if everyone was to help out in this respect. Contact D’Arcy Thorpe at your earliest convenience to give him possible hours you can volunteer. You may 'sit' with a friend if you wish. Just let us know the times.
You must have your own insurance on your work if you so desire. Focus Art is not responsible for your artwork.
This is important - absolutely NO sales may be made during the exhibition and / or on the premises. This must be strictly adhered to. If any sales were to be made, we would then have to pay Cornwall Square rent and commissions. As it is, Cornwall Square is donating this space to us for exhibition purposes only. If you have any sales interest in your work, you can sell it OFF the premises. Artists exhibiting can leave contact information at the venue for sale purposes at another time and place after the exhibit.
On Saturday the 25th of April, all winners will be photographed.
I think I've included all the rules discussed at the meeting. If anyone has any more to add, please contact me and I'll post them here immediately.
Thanks,
Deb
The dropoff date will be April 17 from 9:30 am to 9 pm.
Public exhibition (and voting) will be from April 18 to the 25 during the mall hours.
Pickup date will be April 26.
We will be exhibiting in the old Blue Jeans store situated at the top of the escalator on the right hand side. This is a large store with lots of hanging possibilities! This is an excellent venue to have your work viewed as we were told that on average, they have 68,000 to 71,000 people a week come to the Square. That’s really good exposure!
You may enter as many pieces as you wish. There is a $5 entry fee for each piece entered. You must be a member to enter. (If you're not a member, now is a great time to join!) Since the calendar is limited to twelve months, each member may only have ONE entry in the calendar. If several pieces of yours were to win the highest votes, only the one with the highest number of votes would be put on the calendar and the others would receive an honourable mention. Then, the next qualifying artist would be put on the calendar. All members that enter work that is not part of the top 12 chosen will have honourable mention on the back cover of the calendar.
Hooks will be provided but ALL paintings MUST be ready to hang with wire across the back. (Hooks on the back of your painting will not be accepted - there must be wire to easily and safely hang paintings on the walls.)
The format for this calendar will be the same as the format we've used in previous years (NOT last year's format). To be considered for the calendar, a landscape format is required. Otherwise there is just too much white space on the pages. So try to use a ration of 1:1.5. (i.e. it should be 1.5 times wider than it is high.)
Any sculpture/ mixed media must be of reasonable size for the venue. Work that requires a "pedestal" mount will be the responsibility of the artist and must also be of reasonable size for the venue.
Because this will be a "general public" show representing Focus Art, all work is subject to scrutiny for offensive content. Racist, Sexist, Obscene or Pornographic subject matter will not be tolerated regardless of "artistic licence" and can be rejected on those grounds
Each person may vote once. Any duplicate votes will be disqualified. Members may also vote once.
Alan Bain is donating one of his beautiful paintings as a prize. All voters (members and the public) are eligible for this draw. Many thanks to Alan for his generosity.
During mall hours / exhibition hours, we will have at least two members of Focus Art in the store at all times watching over the venue and to act as ambassadors of Focus Art to promote our group. Please volunteer your time for this. It doesn't have to be a full day - all we need is a few hours at best if everyone was to help out in this respect. Contact D’Arcy Thorpe at your earliest convenience to give him possible hours you can volunteer. You may 'sit' with a friend if you wish. Just let us know the times.
You must have your own insurance on your work if you so desire. Focus Art is not responsible for your artwork.
This is important - absolutely NO sales may be made during the exhibition and / or on the premises. This must be strictly adhered to. If any sales were to be made, we would then have to pay Cornwall Square rent and commissions. As it is, Cornwall Square is donating this space to us for exhibition purposes only. If you have any sales interest in your work, you can sell it OFF the premises. Artists exhibiting can leave contact information at the venue for sale purposes at another time and place after the exhibit.
On Saturday the 25th of April, all winners will be photographed.
I think I've included all the rules discussed at the meeting. If anyone has any more to add, please contact me and I'll post them here immediately.
Thanks,
Deb
New Executive
The new executive elected at the Annual General Assembly (April 1, 2009) is as follows:
President - D'Arcy Thorpe
Vice President - Sandra Taylor
Treasurer - Rose Desnoyers
Secretary - Deborah Léger
Director - Adèle Constantineau
Director - Alan Bain
Director - Beverly Leroux
Director - Charlene Bennett
Director - Denise Desjardins
Director - Micheline Tanguay
Congratulations to all!
President - D'Arcy Thorpe
Vice President - Sandra Taylor
Treasurer - Rose Desnoyers
Secretary - Deborah Léger
Director - Adèle Constantineau
Director - Alan Bain
Director - Beverly Leroux
Director - Charlene Bennett
Director - Denise Desjardins
Director - Micheline Tanguay
Congratulations to all!
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