| SCC E-News, Vol 4, No 26 . November 06, 2009 |
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Ph: 306.653.3616 • fax: 306.244.2711 Mark Stobbe - Executive Director Website: www.saskcraftcouncil.org Archived Newsletters available on the Saskatchewan Craft Council website |
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SASKATCHEWAN CRAFT COUNCIL 01. Christmas Open Studios
Send the information to Mark at scc.director@sasktel.net. Please note the more advance notice we get, the better we can help you to publicize your open studio. 02. Why send in your information for the SCC Membership Directory?
A good looking internet presence generates exposure and sales that you may not even be able to attribute to the site. For example, a month ago, an event organizer was looking for a goblet maker to supply 16 goblets. She looked on the Fine Craft Guide and reached a decision based on those who had pictures of goblets there. The member who was on the site with goblets got the $300+ order – those that were not did not get considered. It was that simple. On another occasion, I was talking to a gallery owner who was expressing frustration about securing a particular type of blown glass product. I pitched a producer as a supplier. The gallery owner was interested, and said she’d look them up on the internet. They had no internet presence, and so lost a potential gallery sales venue. The point is this. Having a good looking, internet presence can generate sales. Just as significantly, not having any presence can cost you sales. And when people are looking for something specific, they often “comparison shop” on sites like the old Fine Craft Guide or the new Membership Directory. If you are not up, you are not considered. To get information on how to be on the new Members Directory, click here. View over 112 Membership Directory pages developed so far... 03. WINTERGREEN Fine Craft Market: November 13-15 “Members of both the British and Thai Royal Families own work made by artists at Wintergreen,” said Chris Jones, Member Services Coordinator for the Saskatchewan Craft Council (SCC). “At least two winners of Academy Awards also own Saskatchewan Craft from people at Wintergreen.” “But the great thing is, you don’t have to be royalty or a movie star to get great craft. We’ve got something for every one at every price level,” Jones said. “And if it is good enough for royalty, it’s good enough to give to your mother.” Visitors to Wintergreen will be able to participate in a Wintergreen Treasure Hunt. The winner will receive a $200 gift certificate from the Traditions Handcraft Gallery. Download PDF list of Marketers for 2009. 04. Crafted With Pleasure - Traditions featured in the Leader Post Where's the best selection of Saskatchewan Fine Crafts? According to the executive director of the Saskatchewan Craft Council, Traditions Handcraft Gallery in Regina wins hands down. "There are other galleries and stores that sell some Saskatchewan craft, but I am confident in saying this is the best array of Saskatchewan craft that you'll find in the province," Mark Stobbe said in a telephone interview from his Saskatoon office. No updates for this edition |
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SCC GALLERY EXHIBITIONS INDUCTION: Recent Works by Mel Bolen – Ceramic works supported by Saskatchewan Arts Board grant and influenced by EMMA 2008. October 9 – November 22, 2009. Mel Bolen’s new ceramic works are strong, sculptural vessels with sensuous altered shapes and luscious surfaces. In 2008, Bolen attended the Emma Collaboration, a symposium of artists and craftspeople from all over the world, spending several intensive days collaborating in the making of objects. Through creative induction, the energy from that experience is reflected in his new shapes and textures. Playing with Dimensions – SCC annual juried touring exhibition for 2009. November 27, 2009 – January 10, 2010 Robertson Trading Post Collection – Private collection of First Nations work. January 15 – February 21, 2010 The Art of the Book '08 – Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild (CBBAG) fifth major touring juried exhibition. February 26 – April 5, 2010 Please check www.saskcraftcouncil.org for updated listings |
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OTHER NEWS 01. Long-time SCC Member, Vaclav Sladek passes away Please contact Martin Sladek if you would like more information. 1.604.791.9027, or e-mail: martin@bergetti.com 02. PRINTKIND - Professional reproduction, imaging & printing services Reproduction special - November 1st to December 31st: Free with a print order Printing: $14 per sq foot Stretching/Framing: Need professional images of your artwork to display? (traditional crafts - ceramics, glass, jewelery, wood, metal, etc.), we do that too! Please inquire for details, pricing is evaluated on a per-project basis (depending on assignment, pricing ranges from $10-$40 per image). Please contact Dylan by email at: Dylan@printkind.com for more information. 03. Inspired by the Land - Allen Sapp The Allen Sapp Gallery and Chapel Gallery, of North Battleford, SK, wish to announce the opening of a significant and timely exhibition. Inspired by the Land is a unique and dynamic exhibition, which brings together the work of over twenty contributors whose work challenges us to rethink our present understanding of the land. Artists, writers, elders and scientists from across western Canada explore their visions, hopes and fears on matters that range from sustainable development, First Nation traditional views of land and the role of art and artists on matters of the land. This multi media, multi disciplinary exhibition combines traditional media with synchronized multi screen installation with 5.1 sound around. 04. Handwave Gallery Presents... 05. Sundog Arts & Entertainment Faire FEATURING:
Admission is $8.00 for adults, free for children under 12 when accompanied by an adult. Free Bus Service from the Downtown Terminal. For more information, contact us at phone/fax 384.SDOG(7364), by email: sundoghandcraftfaire@sasktel.net or visit our website: www.sundoghandcraftfaire.com 06. June Jacobs Click here for more details... 07. Artisans' 2009 08. EMMA spreads influence to Wisconsin 09. Saskatoon Potters' Guild Christmas Sale Visa, Mastercard, Interac, Cheques and of course Cash accepted. There will also be pottery demonstrations, door prizes, free admission and free parking. This building is wheel-chair accessible. We hope to see you there! 10. Home / Studio for Rent |
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