Kids Art and Book Club

February 27, 6:30 - 8 PM. Kids Art and Book Club at Peel Art Gallery Museum + Archives, 9 Wellington St E. Join the Brampton Library and PAMA for a free, fun program where you will show off your artistic and literary talents. Talk about some of your favourite books, create your own art masterpieces and more! Register in advance at 905-793-4636. FREE.

Graphic Novel Series

Have you ever wanted to create your own graphic novel or comic book? Join local independent creators and cartoonists for four individual sessions that will get you ready to create your own graphic novel.

·            Series 1: Self-Publishing Comics Panel with Local Independent Creators  – Jan. 25 from 1 – 3 p.m.

·            Series 2: Breaking Into Comics with J Torres – Feb. 1 from 1 – 3 p.m.
· Series 3: How to Draw with Scott Chantler – March 1 from 1 – 3 p.m. 
·            Series 4: Comic Writing with Ricky Lima – March 8 from 1 – 3 p.m.   

 Fee Per Session: $15 (PAMA Non-members); $12.75 (PAMA Members)

PAMA'S Family Day

February 17, 10 AM - 4:30 PM. Family Day at PAMA, 9 Wellington St E. Spend a fun-filled Family day at PAMA! Bring the whole family to take part in free museum activities, art workshops and exhibitions. pama.peelregion.ca Read more the day’s itinerary: http://bit.ly/1bqz9ni

Originally posted on February 6, 2014 at 10:58 AM 

Family Day at PAMA

PAMA CELEBRATES FAMILY DAY WITH
FREE ADMISSION, INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES AND MORE

BRAMPTON, ON. (Feb. 3, 2014) – Residents and their families are invited to spend a fun-filled day at the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) this Family Day! On Monday, Feb. 17, enjoy a free day of fascinating exhibitions, interactive activities and exciting workshops. Take advantage of some much-deserved family time with a full day of exploration, connections and creations at PAMA.

PAMA staff will be on hand throughout the day to provide information on the many exhibitions featured at the art gallery, museum and archives. The True Patriot: The Next Generation of Canadian Superheroes exhibition showcases the best in graphic novels, while George Walker’s The Mysterious Death of Tom Thomson features a limited edition, hand-printing volume of 100 engravings, and Inked: Tattoos and the Stories They Tell explores the popularity of tattooing through a crowdsourced exhibition.

Here’s what’s happening throughout the day:

·         Superhero ‘Selfies’ Activity
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Manning Square  

Children can show off their superpowers by dressing up in superhero costumes, provided by PAMA, and creating their own facemasks, arm bands, power rings and sound effect cards during our hands-on activity. Families can capture their little masked crusaders in front of a decorated comic-style frame using their own cameras or smartphones.

·         Full-Grown, Full-Blown Superheroes
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Throughout PAMA   

Spot life-sized costumed superheroes as they stroll through PAMA by day before they prepare to fight crime at night.

·         Curate Your Own Exhibition Activity
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Manning Square  

Be a curator for a day! Using images from the PAMA collection, select the pieces that you would put together in your very own ‘museum exhibition’. 

·         Instructor Led Drop-In Family Activities
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Studio 1 and Classroom 1 

Our popular drop-in family activities will be available all day! Join our educators as they lead you through great exhibition-based activities including making pierced-tin lantern designs and creating your own comic character costume.

·         The World of Comics and Superheroes Workshop
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Art Gallery Studio 2     

Inspired by PAMA’s True Patriot: The Next Generation of Canadian Superheroes exhibition, Kevin Hickey from Stadium Comics dives into the world of comics and superheroes. Explore the history of comics, collecting, learn some fun facts, and create your own cover for a comic.

·         True Patriot Book Signing
12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.; Art Gallery Lobby 

Meet some of the creators of True Patriot comic book anthology and get your copy signed. Comics are available for purchase at the PAMA store.

·         Drop-In Interactive Henna Demonstrations
1 – 3:30 p.m.; Museum   

With inspiration from the exhibition Inked: Tattoos and the Stories They Tell, turn your hands into a work of art during our drop-in, interactive Henna/Mehndi demonstration with artist Sofia Mian.  

·         Jay Stephens Avro Arrow Discussion
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.; Museum, Second Floor   

Join comic book creator Jay Stephens as he takes visitors through his work based around the Avro Arrow, Canada’s most famous aircraft.

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PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel Region’s culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families and adults. With so many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone. Operated by the Region of Peel, PAMA is located at 9 Wellington St. E. in Brampton. Visit pama.peelregion.ca to learn more.

Abstract Art Workshops at PAMA.

February 1, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. An energizing abstract painting class. Students will learn the fundamentals of composition, colour and painting techniques. $40 (Non-members of PAMA); $34 (Members). Call 905-791-4055 to register.

Kick Off the New Year at PAMA with New and Continuing Exhibitions

BRAMPTON, ON. (Jan. 8, 2014) – The Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) is bustling with arts and culture to kick off the new year. With a jam-packed lineup of brand new and continuing art gallery and museum exhibitions, there's something for everyone this January at PAMA. ART EXHIBITIONS New art gallery exhibitions include: George Walker's The Mysterious Death of Tom Thomson Jan. 12 – March 30 Opening Reception – Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2 – 4 p.m.; Artist’s Talk – Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2 – 3:30 p.m. This exhibition showcases contemporary Canadian artist George Walker’s limited edition, hand-printed volume of 109 engravings documenting the life and death of Canadian painter Tom Thomson. The suite of prints shows Walker's astonishing range as a contemporary printmaker as he finds inspiration and strong national values in the paintings of Thomson, an iconic Canadian artist and an inspiration to the acclaimed Group of Seven. True Patriot: The Next Generation of Canadian Superheroes Jan. 12 – March 30 Opening Reception – Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2 – 4 p.m. True Patriot is a Canadian comic book anthology featuring new Canadian superheroes created by award-winning Canadian comic book creators. The True Patriot: The Next Generation of Canadian Superheroes exhibit will showcase some of the original artwork of J. Bone, Scott Chantler, Tom Fowler, Agnes Garbowska, Adam Gorham, Jay Stephens, with the writing of J. Torres, and will provide a look at the creative visual process behind comic book creation. The Tree Jan. 19 – May 4 Opening Reception – Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2 – 4 p.m. With close to 50 per cent of its total surface area covered in woodlands, Canada hosts nearly 10 per cent of the world's forests. This exhibition celebrates the tree through the eyes of artists represented in PAMA’s permanent art collection. Leonard Hutchinson: Ontario Jan. 19 – May 4 Opening Reception – Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2 – 4 p.m. Working throughout the 1930s, Leonard Hutchinson is regarded as one of Canada's foremost Social Realists of the Depression years. Recognized for his masterful block prints, Hutchinson's work highlighted the Ontario landscape and documented the life and struggles of the working people. Leonard Hutchinson: Ontario will feature Hutchinson’s prints from PAMA's permanent art collection. MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS Continuing museum exhibitions include: Inked: Tattoos and the Stories They Tell is PAMA's community crowdsourced exhibition that explores the unique stories behind tattoos and uncovers the artistry and individuality behind tattooing. On display in the museum until March 30, 2014. Why We Ink is a gallery of stories and photographs of memorial and survivor tattoos of those who have been affected by cancer. Inspired by Jules Fitzsimmons' online community, this exhibit is on display in the museum tunnel until March 30, 2014. ---- PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel Region's culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families and adults. With so many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone. Operated by the Region of Peel, PAMA is located at 9 Wellington St. E. in Brampton. Visit pama.peelregion.ca to learn more.

MEDIA CONTACTS: Josie Premzell Supervisor of Development and Visitor Services Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives 905-791-4055, ext. 3625 josie.premzell@peelregion.ca Sayurie Naidoo Communication Co-ordinator Region of Peel 905-791-7800, ext. 8292 sayurie.naidoo@peelregion.ca Originally published on January 13, 2014 at 4:50 PM

Break out PA Days at PAMA

December 20, 9 AM - 4:30 PM. Break out PA Days at PAMA at Peel Art Gallery, Museum + Archives, 9 Wellington St E. Pre registration required. Get your hands on a variety of arts and crafts. $35 per child per session. For more info, visit www.pama.peelregion.ca