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RBC Painting Competition National Exhibition Tour. October 22, 2008 — November 2, 2010
| Description | An eight-city exhibition tour showcasing the work of the 15 semi-finalists of the RBC Canadian Painting Competition stops in London. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the competition aims to raise the awareness of emerging Canadian visual artists. Governor General Michaëlle Jean announced Jeremy Hof from Vancouver as the national winner and Amanda Reeves from Oakville and Will Murray from Montreal as the honourable mentioned. An unprecedented $145,000 in prize money was awarded for this year, including $25,000 to the winner, $15,000 to each of the honourable mentioned and $7,500 to the remaining semi-finalists. |
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| Category | Visual Arts |
| Location | Museum London |
| Website | http://www.museumlondon.ca |
Water Mark & Drowning Ophelia. January 17, 2010 — April 4, 2010
| Description | On View January 17 - April 4, 2010 Water Mark prints by GERARD BRENDER À BRANDIS BRIAN HOLDEN LUCINDA JONES Drowning Ophelia new media, video, photography, painting, and sculptural works by JANET BELLOTTO JOHN DICKSON JANIETA EYRE SUE LLOYD PAULETTE PHILLIPS MÉLANIE ROCAN SHARON SWITZER Gallery Stratford presents the openings of WATER MARK and DROWNING OPHELIA, each a group exhibition comprised of works by artists who examine the role of water from varying perspectives. The images in these exhibitions blur the lines between scientific realism and romantic contextualization, illuminating the expansive interrelationships that exist in both historical and contemporary landscapes. WATER MARK is composed of works by three artists who explore the Grand River and the surrounding organic environments, exploring the appearance of water in the natural world and its contemporary representation in an array of print making techniques and styles. Gerard Brender à Brandis’ work Water: the Great Giver and the Great Taker-Away, presented here derives from a series of images of the Grand River. Brian Holden’s series Water in the Wilderness: Northwestern Ontario comes from his fascination not only with landscape, which is a prominent component in many of his images, but also from the structures and forms found in the many varieties of organic life. In Experiencing Water, Lucinda Jones’ approach to evoking underwater scenes viewed during aquatic passage recalls Islamic Art, where repeated patterns and forms constitute an infinite pattern that extends beyond the visible material world. DROWNING OPHELIA poses several questions such as: How do artists tell stories in their work? How does contemporary art reflect and reveal narrative traditions? How does the art of today record and describe the world around us? And must ‘the real’ be fictionalized in order to be thought? This group show delves into the timely and timeless allegory of Ophelia’s loss of judgment and her subsequent watery demise in an exhibition of new media, video, photography, painting, and sculptural works by these contemporary artists, provoking an exploration and analysis of the influence of water in our time, as well as the possibilities and potentialities found throughout literature and art. |
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| Category | Visual Arts |
| Location | Gallery Stratford |
| Website | http://www.gallerystratford.on.ca |
| Contact | Andrea Jennings |
Winter Education Programs. January 18, 2010 — April 6, 2010
| Description | Children’s Classes & Workshops Drawing and Painting with Inspiration (ages 7-12) Students will develop their drawing and painting skills while exploring the work of some of the great Master Painters. Fundamentals of drawing including line drawing, shade and shadow, texture and colour will be explored. Students of any ability are welcome to have fun and learn in this creative class environment. 6 weeks, Mondays 4:30-6 pm, (No class Family Day, February 15, 2010) January 18 – March 1, 2010 $85.00 Gallery Members, $95.00 Non-Members All materials supplied Illustration and Cartooning Class (ages 7-12) Back by popular demand this class will allow the opportunity to explore your drawing skills through character development, and lots of drawing! Lead by local professional illustrator Todd Mulligan. Come to develop and improve your drawing skills while having fun. Students of any ability are welcome. 6 weeks, Thursdays, 7- 8:30 pm January 21– February 25, 2010 $85.00 Gallery Members, $95.00 Non-Members All materials supplied March Break 2010 March Break Art Camp for ages 7-12, March 15-19 A creative break from school for children at their neighborhood Art Gallery. Each day your child can discover a new artistic medium with a different artist/educator. $30.00/Day or $135.00/Week Gallery Members, $35.00/Day or $160.00/Week Non Members Adult’s Classes & Workshops (teens welcome) Printmaking for Teens and Adults with Lucinda Jones The January exhibit Water Mark showcases the work of local printmakers. Inspired by this creative medium this class will explore a variety of printmaking techniques including mono prints and relief prints. No experience necessary, all are welcome. Lead by local exhibiting artist Lucinda Jones. 6 weeks, Tuesdays 7-9:30 pm March 2 – April 6, 2010 $125.00 Gallery Members, $135.00 Non-Members All materials supplied The Next Step, Drawing and Painting Workshops for Teens and Adults These two classes will focus on improving your drawing skills and to strengthen your painting technique. Bring in a work that you have already started or start something new. All materials supplied. Lead by local artist Wendy O’Brien. Two Saturdays, 1-4 pm February 27 & March 6, 2010 $85.00 Gallery Members, $90.00 Non-Members All materials supplied |
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| Category | Workshops & Seminars |
| Location | Gallery Stratford |
| Website | http://www.gallerystratford.on.ca |
Fridge Door Live! Monday Night Theatre. March 22, 2010 — May 17, 2010
| Description | Fridge Door Live! Theatre Builds Confidence, Develops Competence, and Encourages Collaboration, in a personal and caring atmosphere, through the process of a performing arts experience. Youth, grade 4-8 will be involved in theatre activity while preparing for a final staged production. Visit the website for more information or to register online. |
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| Category | Children's Programs |
| Website | http://www.FridgeDoorLive.com |
All About Pets Show. April 2, 2010 — April 4, 2010
| Description | A pet lovers paradise all under one roof! The 17th Annual All About Pets Show, Easter Family Pet Festival. Championship Cat Show, Breeders Row, North American Flyball Championship, over 160 vendors selling products and services, Rescue groups, pet fashion show. Meet Dr. Stanley Coren, world renown animal behaviourist, who has been on Oprah, Larry King Live, Dateline... The show is designed to educate and be entertaining. |
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| Category | Festivals/Parades |
| Location | International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga |
| Website | http://www.allaboutpetsshow.com |
| Contact | Terrie DeMarchi |
Mystic Roots Conference: Divine Connections. April 9, 2010 — April 11, 2010
| Description | Mystic Roots is a conference of the many mystical spiritual paths and faiths who desire to teach each other and promote fellowship among all esoteric traditions. Three days of classes, seminars, and rituals with nightly drumming and entertainment. This 3-day event has brought together over 30 classes and rituals presented by local instructors, internationally renowned guest speakers and authors. Along with workshops, MRC offers over 40 tables of merchandise in our Merchant Room. MRC is a weekend focusing on networking, providing access to information, exclusive vendors, and celebrating with those of like-mind. Our Goal is to unite and strengthen the Southwestern Ontario community. We warmly welcome all who are of earth-based spirituality and/or open-minded to join us in a sacred space where communication of live love, and spirituality is available without fear or prejudice. The focus of MRC is on the earth, through conservation, preservation, worship, and action. The MRC board members endorse all things natural such as holistic practices/remedies, and hold a strong interest in metaphysical studies. We strive to offer a safe and supportive environment, where people can learn how to connect with divinity, and find "themselves" in the process. |
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| Category | Special Events |
| Location | Ramada Inn, London, ON |
| Website | http://www.mysticrootsconference.com |
| Contact | Fox Oak |