EDUCATION/WORKSHOPS
01. Cultural Policy 101 Workshop: The Politics of Art and the Art of Politics

01. Cultural Policy 101 Workshop: The Politics of Art and the Art of Politics
Thursday October 1, 2009 | 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Administration Centre Boardroom, 2205 Victoria Ave, Regina

Cultural Policy 101: The Politics of Arts and the Art of Politics seeks to engage and inform arts professionals, students, and interested Canadians on how the arts, culture, and heritage sector in Canada has been, and continues to be, shaped by public policy. This exciting workshop, led by CCA’s National DirectorAlain Pineau, will give participants:

- A brief background of Canadian cultural policy and the recent developments to our rich history
- An overview of current practices in the workings of government and policy development
- A toolkit for advocating for the arts
- A practical case study exercise

Cost: $50 - General rate, $20 - CCA or SAA member rate, $15 - Student rate

To register, please email Megan Forsythe at the Canadian Conference of Arts, or phone: 613.238.3561 x 18.

CALLS FOR ENTRY

None at this time.

SCC GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
01. Current Exhibition
02. Upcoming Exhibition

01. CURRENT EXHIBITION:

Reflection –Collaborative ceramics featuring tile murals by Wendy Parsons & Zach Dietrich.
August 28 – October 4, 2009.

02. UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS:

Recent Works by Mel Bolen – Ceramics works supported by Saskatchewan Arts Board grant and influenced by EMMA 2008. October 9 – November 22, 2009

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

AWARDS, GRANTS, FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES


None at this time.

OTHER NEWS
01. Hwy 1 Studio Tour
02. Sask trained Quilter succeeds in BC
03. Don't be Cheeky
04. Summer School of the Arts 2010 Instructors needed
05. Congratulations Tom!!!
06. In Memory: Emma Radfelder
07. The Beast In You
08. YWCA Employment Opportunity
09. World of Threads Festival
10. Stained Glass Workshop Instructor needed
11. "LAND AND LIGHT" by Jane A. Evans

01. Hwy 1 Studio Tour
The first ever Highway 1 Studio Tour is taking place Saturday Sep 26 and Sunday Sep 27. It's a great opportunity to visit 5 studios and meet 7 artists firsthand. Visit their website www.highway1studiotour.spaces.live.com for details. This self guided tour showcases artists from Rush Lake to Mortlach. See attached press release for details.

02. Sask Trained Quilter succeeds in BC
Donna Bray-Zakreski won Best of Country (Canada) in the World Quilt Competition for Where’s the Ice? The piece looks at the loss of polar bear habitat from climate change. Read full story...

03. Don't be Cheeky
Rolf Krohn and James Korpan have paired up to celebrate the human figure in Don't be Cheeky, October 17 - November 7, 2009 at the Pacific Gallery (702 14th Street E., Saskatoon). Show opening: Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 to 5:00pm. Hope to see you there.

04. Summer School of the Arts 2010 Instructors needed
Red Deer College is currently accepting applications to instruct during SERIES: Summer School of the Arts 2010. SERIES is a summer art program at RDC featuring week-long courses in a wide range of media, including glass-blowing, wood-carving, printmaking, drawing, painting, jewellery, fibre art, ceramics, metalsmithing, glass bead making, and more! Courses are available to adults, in a range of skill levels from beginner to advanced.

RDC recently opened the doors to our brand new, state-of-the-art facilities in Painting, Ceramics, and Sculpture that have more than doubled our space in Visual Art.

The program has been running for almost 30 years and continues to grow and change each year, attracting internationally renowned instructors from across the globe. This year we were delighted to welcome instructors from across Canada and theUS, England, Ireland, and New Zealand. Deadline for Applications: October 5, 2009.

For more information: Red Deer College – Continuing Education, Phone: 403.356.4900, Email: continuingeducation@rdc.ab.ca, Website: www.rdc.ab.ca/continuingeducation.

Click here for PDF Instructor Application Package.

05. Congratulations Tom!!!
ACC Executive Director and Curator, Tom McFall, was presented with the 2009 Rozsa Award for Excellence in Arts Management.

“The Rozsa Award is simply amazing” says Mr. McFall. “Personally, it provides a huge acknowledgement and validation for much of my career. For the Alberta Craft Council, it's board and staff members, and it's entire membership, the award also confirms the rightness of their vision and hard work. I expect that, for everyone involved with the Craft Council, especially as it enters its 30th anniversary year, this award will offer a surge of new energy. My colleagues and I intend to capitalize on every opportunity that might come from the award to expand the activity of the Craft Council, to increase the profile of the professional craft arts in Alberta, and to support individual craft artists’ careers.”

For more information, check out the article in the Calgary Herald, or visit the website: www.rozsafoundation.org.

06. In Memory: Emma Radfelder
EMMA RADFELDER passed away on September 11, 2009 at the age of 84. She was born and raised in the Mossbank District of Saskatchewan. The funeral service was held on Tuesday September 15, 2009 at Faith Lutheran Church, Regina, SK; the interment and graveside services followed in Mossbank Cemetery at 3:30 pm.

Emma was a charter member of Saskatchewan Craft Council, and served a term on the SCC Board. Our province should be very proud of the work she did to bring her vision of beauty and excellence to the public. She created beautiful art for the world to enjoy (ceramic flowers - prairie lilies, crocus). The world is a more beautiful place because of the standards she set and the role she played. She will be remembered forever.

07. The Beast In You
"The Beast In You," a mixed media exhibition by GALLERY ARTISTS of the Handwave Gallery in Meacham will be held from October 2 to November 5, 2009. Opening reception, Sunday, October 4: 2-5 pm. Come out for a drive and bring a friend.

Mary Romanucks exhibition "DOGGISH" is now up on the website: www.handwave.ca.

08. YWCA Employment Opportunity
The YWCA is currently seeking a professional artist to facilitate arts and cultural programs to assist in building a greater connection between participants and the community. This 12 month term position is funded by the Saskatchewan Arts Board through their Partnership Innovations Program and involves partnering with community organizations and agencies that address family violence and violence against women. The successful applicant will be highly motivated, resourceful, and passionate about working with women and children.

Required Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge:

- Professional artist who is a Saskatchewan resident (minimum 1 year)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts Education or Fine Arts (minimum)
- Significant experience in the visual arts with a commitment to the development of their craft or a body of work during the term
- Be familiar with the Saskatchewan’s arts community
- Experience working with women and children of diverse backgrounds
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with and engage individuals with little to no arts experience
- Possess superior communication, organization, and motivational skills
- Experience developing and implementing arts and cultural programming

Assets:

- Experience working with individuals who have experienced violence (addressing violence through art)
- Grant writing experience is an asset
- Knowledge and experience working with aboriginal content an asset

Deadline for applications is Friday, October 2, 2009. Please submit the following application materials: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Samples of art work provided on a disk, Summary of possible activities and projects which could be part of the residency

Submit applications to:

Attention: Stacey Kesten, 1940 McIntyre Street, Regina, SK, S4P 2R3, or Fax: 306.525.2171 or Email: staceyk@ywca.regina.sk.ca

09. World of Threads Festival
June Jacob's piece "Lichen", a sculptural vessel, appears in the The World of Threads Festival which runs from September 18 to October 4, 2009. Fourteen exhibitions opened their doors officially on September 18th and for 17 days we welcome you to experience the Texture of Oakville, ON.

This year there are entries from 12 countries & 8 provinces in the flagship exhibition called the Common Thread, displayed in three venues…. The Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre, the b42 Gallery & the Towne Square Gallery. To help you plan your visit, please find our printable events listing brochure attached to this email or go to: www.worldofthreadsfestival.com.

10. Stained Glass Workshop Instructor needed
I have had several requests recently for workshops in Stained Glass techniques. If there are any instructors who offer such workshops and are available to come to Swift Current, please contact Laurie Wagner, Education Coordinator, Art Gallery of Swift Current.

11. "LAND AND LIGHT" by Jane A. Evans
"LAND AND LIGHT," an exhibition of works by Jane A. Evans, will be at the McIntyre Gallery, 2347 McIntyre St., Regina, from September 18 - October 10. For more information, visit www.janeevans.ca and www.mcintyregallery.com.