Tue 9 Feb 2010
Posted by ruthyoung under Visual Art
ART at the ALCOVE
Synergy is perhaps the best words to describe a new, cooperative relationship that has just begun between the Alcove Bistro and Lyghtesome Gallery, two well-known businesses located in downtown Antigonish. These businesses are cooperating on an ongoing show titled “Art at the Alcove” to strengthen our local and regional fabric.
With Lise Roy’s interest in highlighting local produce and Nova Scotia food producers at the Alcove, comes a natural enthusiasm for supporting local visual artists from both the vibrant arts community of Antigonish and the province as a whole. (more…)
Fri 22 Jan 2010
Posted by Nicholas Johnson under GAPACC, Music, Visual Art
The GAPACC board of directors is pleased to announce four mentorship opportunities for youth in Guysborough, Antigonish & Pictou counties. The mentorship program is a new initiative which will pair young artists (age 8-18 yrs) with established GAPACC member artists who wish to share their expertise. We are accepting applications for both mentors and students in all disciplines: music, dance, thatre, film, and visual arts. Deadline for submissions is January 27th. For more information and to download the application form click to keep reading…
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Wed 2 Dec 2009
Posted by Fenn Martin under AFFA, Events, Visual Art
November 14th A busy day for Workshops.
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A glorious Saturday brought the clay and the artists outside to make pots, at Nancy Turniawan’s home. Six children and two parents were inspired by the clay and the beautiful surroundings. The morning’s work produced original coil, pinch and slab built pots as well as some Christmas presents. At the end of the workshop, one young artist greeted her father by saying, “Come see what mum made!” (more…)
Fri 20 Nov 2009
Posted by Fenn Martin under Events, GAPACC
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GAPACC hosts the pre- Christmas Parade show
On Saturday Nov 28th families are invited to visit and participate in a snowflake and origami making workshop between 10-2 at the John Paul Center. There will be several tables of little snowflake makers each hosted by a GAPACC snow elf to assist with the process. All materials will be provided. There will be Live music and face painting provided by local childrens entertainer Sunshine Sue. So please join us anytime between 10-2pm for a relaxed afternoon of snowflake making! (more…)
Fri 13 Nov 2009
Posted by Michel deNoncourt under Uncategorized
GAPAAC with a new look
GAPACC has a new fresh image on the internet. Nick Johnson our new web page coordinator with the help of Ruth, Fenn and Kristen has been working hard at revamping the GAPACC web page.
After ten years of the same page presentation it was time to innovate and come up with a livelier look.
This is an interactive web site and we want artists to contribute actively with stories and photos. We want to see artists share their studio experiences and art shows. We want organizations to join in and publicize their events. Blogs and comments are there to be used by all. (more…)
Tue 10 Nov 2009
Posted by Nicholas Johnson under Events, Visual Art
Tempera Tantrum and Figure It Out, this weekend at the StFX Art Department.
GAPACC artist members Nicholas Johnson and Fenn Martin are hosting simultaneous workshops this weekend at the StFX art department in egg-tempera painting techniques and figurative clay sculpture. The workshops are presented through the department of Continuing Education at the university and will run through Saturday. Running the workshops at the same time is an attempt at creating a unique, dynamic environment wherein participants can take part in group critiques and think about possibilites for incorporating different media into their own art practice. These workshops are an open and relaxed environment. No experience required, all tools and materials will be provided.
There is still space, so if you’re interested, register soon. For more info continue reading: (more…)
Tue 10 Nov 2009
Posted by Fenn Martin under AFFA, Events, Visual Art
Mother and Daughter- Mariah and Cher getting their hands dirty.
Visit to the farm and a look at the hens
The AFFA workshop series is officially underway after a wonderful morning workshop Nov 7th in the Ohio Valley. Local Artist and Crafts-person, Fenn Martin opened his studio to 6 keen participants for a sculptural exploration of Violetta the Hen. Violetta sat very still as participants analyzed proportions and textures and produced many one-quarter-scale facsimiles. The morning conversation wondered to topics of chicken feeds, laying as well as breeds of chickens. (more…)
Fri 6 Nov 2009
Posted by Nicholas Johnson under 3rd Eye Films
Third Eye Films presents: The Damned United
One screening only on November 9th, 7pm at the Capitol Theatre, Main Street
Based on a novel by David Peace, The Damned United is an affectionate, tongue-in-cheek homage to English football in the 1970s….
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