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SUMMARY:Castlegar Sculpturewalk Self-guided Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ode to Bees\, Artist Lawrence Cormier\, Photo David R Gluns Photography\nEnjoy a self-guided walking tour with our map/brochure of sculptures created by local\, regional\, and national artists. Vote for your favourite!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/castlegar-sculpturewalk-self-guided-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Begins at Kootenay Market Plaza\, 600 block\, Columbia Ave.\, Castlegar
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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SUMMARY:"Vessels for Spheres" by Rob Toller
DESCRIPTION:THE ART OF HONOURING THE BEAUTY OF NATURE\n“Vessels for Spheres” \nUsing found objects\, mostly natural forms discovered during his wanderings\, Kimberley-based sculptor extraordinaire Rob Toller has created a collection of small sculptures that honour the exquisite beauty of nature. Rob is excited to announce his upcoming solo art exhibit “Vessels for Spheres”\, open to inspire visitors at Art Gallery Kimberley in BC’s Best Small Town from April 4-14\, 2014. \nThrough his intentional wanderings in the natural world\, Rob draws inspiration from the fascinating surfaces and lines provided by nature. His approach to working with found objects is focused on honouring and highlighting their intrinsic beauty\, with little alteration or imposition. Rob explains\, “I’m drawn to raw\, organic textures and surfaces\, and I’m a big fan of rust. I often incorporate natural elements like wood and stone into my metal sculptures. The balance and rhythm of natural forms guide my art\, allowing the materials to speak for themselves.“ Ultimately\, Rob’s artworks serve as a showcase of the beauty of the natural world as its own sculpture gallery\, filled with endless inspiration. \nRob’s creative journey began in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies where\, according to Rob\, “Regular explorations of the front ranges in all seasons led to the discovery of spectacular root structures\, weathered by years in the elements – chinook winds\, fire and weather extremes.” Recognising the necessity to elevate these natural sculptures with complementary bases so they can be presented and fully appreciated\, Rob took up welding and blacksmithing\, attracted by metal’s strength and contrasting properties. As a self-taught artist fuelled by curiosity\, Rob increasingly gravitated towards working with metal and became intrigued by the possibilities of this medium. Amassing an eclectic collection of found metal objects\, he creates one-of-a-kind figurative sculptures while preserving the natural patina of these objects as a historical record of their life. “The long history of mining and forestry in The Kootenays provides for a wide variety of materials to be gathered; industrial salvage scattered in many unexpected places\, hidden and sometimes buried treasures”\, Rob reflects. \nRob’s biggest challenge often lies in safely harvesting and transporting these pieces back to his studio. You may happen upon him in the early morning hours\, walking remote trails while lugging unwieldy pieces of wood\, steel or stone. The discovery of new materials and shapes serves as a catalyst for his creative exploration. Rob is drawn to adventure both in the natural world and the realm of creativity\, always wondering “What if I …?” \nWithin this exhibit\, Rob joins together his enjoyment in the creative process with his love for nature. By incorporating spherical shapes\, such as stones and steel balls\, Rob introduces contrast\, while alluding to the start of spring and new life. His return to using pewter adds a dynamic element\, creating unique forms with each casting. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to surround yourself with the beauty of Rob’s sculptures — a heartfelt celebration of the natural world and the creative process. Please join us at Art Gallery Kimberley from April 4-14\, 2024. Rob’s exhibit welcomes visitors from Thursday to Sunday\, 9:30 until 4:30 and from Monday to Wednesday by appointment. Everyone is invited to the closing reception and artist talk on Sunday\, April 14\, 2024 from 3 to 5 pm.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/vessels-for-spheres-by-rob-toller/
LOCATION:Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”\, 167 Deer Park Avenue\, Kimberley
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers
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SUMMARY:Youthful Seniors Art & Music Classes - Nelson Studio 88
DESCRIPTION:At Nelson Studio 88\, we believe in the transformative power of creativity for all ages. Our adult and youthful seniors classes are designed for life long learners that are looking for creative outlets and connection with others. The beauty of the arts lies in its ability to stimulate various areas of the brain\, enhancing memory\, cognition\, and a sense of accomplishment and our classes open opportunities to meet like-minded people to play and learn alongside. \nSing and dance with Glee Club\nCommit to an artistic Sketchbook practice\nStrum along Guitar and learn new fingerpicking\nCreate your very own landscape felted wall hanging \nJoin us today at Nelson Studio 88 and step into a world of creativity and growth.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/youthful-seniors-art-music-classes-nelson-studio-88/
LOCATION:Nelson Studio 88\, 402 Victoria St.\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4K5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:ART THROWDOWN SEASON FINALE!
DESCRIPTION:Art Throwdown\, at the Royal\, Fri April 5th 7:30pm\nThe most exciting art event in the Kootenays!\nCome down and watch two rounds of artists use one hour to create a piece of art\, and buy raffle tickets to win the works at the end of the evening!\nFREE
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/art-throwdown-season-finale/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal":MAILTO:marc@theroyalnelson.com
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SUMMARY:Blues Set w/ J. Greg Walter
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to Torchlight Brewing Co. in Nelson\, every Friday\, for some end of the week week good times and great tunes!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/blues-set-w-j-greg-walter-3/
LOCATION:Torchlight Brewing Co.\, 125 Hall St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 7B4
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:‘PULP’ exhibition opening
DESCRIPTION:PULP is the latest iteration in a series of medium-centric group exhibitions\, focused on a common theme – in this case\, paper – that highlights each artist’s interpretation of the medium. PULP opens Friday\, April 5 at the Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, and runs through July 27.\n\nIn the hands of artists from across Canada\, the artworks that embody PULP speak to personal\, regional\, socio-political\, and historic symbology; seen in the feminist forms of Gathie Falk and Badanna Zack\, with an Indigenous perspective through the work of Edward Poitras\, through the revolt and response of Mia Feuer\, the masks of Miya Turnbull\, and the poetic/historical approach of Susan Andrews Grace.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/pulp-exhibition-opening/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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SUMMARY:Mini Sculptural Vases with Becky
DESCRIPTION:Our instructor Becky is a student at Glasgow school of the arts in Scotland. She has years of experience moulding\, casting and working with clay. She is excited to share her knowledge with you! \nIn this fun introductory session into hand building clay\, guided by Becky\, you’ll get to create your very own mini sculptural vase. \nVases will be fired with white or clear glaze\, and participants will be notified via email once their pieces are ready. Wait period is usually 8 weeks. \nCost is $55 and includes materials. \nWhat is handbuilding? \nHandbuilding is a ceramics technique that allows you to create forms with clay and your hands\, without using a throwing wheel. Before ceramicists invented the wheel\, handbuilding was the only way they could create functional and artistic ceramic forms. There are 3 main handbuilding pottery techniques of pinching\, coiling\, and slab rolling. All you need to get started are your clay\, your hands\, and a few simple tools. \nWhile handbuilding is as simple as using your hands to form an object out of clay\, it encompasses three main techniques and forming methods. Once you have mastered pinching\, coiling\, and slab building\, you can make just about anything out of clay. \nPre registration is required.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/mini-sculptural-vases-with-becky/
LOCATION:601 1st Ave\, Fernie BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:The Royal Art Throwdown – THE FINAL!!
DESCRIPTION:It’s Here!! All your favourite artists through the winter\, back for the final of the Royal Art Throwdown.\nWe’re stoked!!\nBit of a different format.\nTwo heats of artists with 45 minutes to create. Winners are voted by you\, then they do a second piece with an hour on stage. You vote again and we crown a winner!!\nBig prizes up for grabs for the artists as well as lots of art pieces to win for you guys in the crowd.\nWho’s the artists??\nWe got ….\nKat Wright\nTakumi\nCooper Davidson\nJonathon Ramos\nPippa Kane\nJack Mumford\nMr Paradise on the decks again.\nGet there early. It’s gonna be busssyyy!!\nBig Love xx
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/the-royal-art-throwdown-the-final/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance
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