FASHION EXTRAVAGANZA

DEADLINE: JANUARY 31, 2014. CALL FOR ARTISTS: Toronto Indie Arts Market is currently accepting applications for their FASHION EXTRAVAGANZA (clothing, jewellery & accessories) on March 15. www.torontoindieartsmarket.com

Buckhorn Fine Art Festival Call for Artists

Application deadline is January 17, 2014. Rising and established professional artists are invited to apply for entry to the 37th Annual Buckhorn Fine Art Festival, August 16 & 17, 2014 (Preview Night Garden Party: Friday August 15).

Showcasing gallery-quality displays of fine art that appeal to a broad range of art enthusiasts and collectors, the prestigious Buckhorn Fine Art Festival inspires visitors to linger long enough to experience demonstrations and special presentations by the artists themselves. Festival Park at 1801 Lakehurst Road is the picturesque woodland garden setting for the Buckhorn Community Centre and eleven permanent gallery buildings, which comfortably accommodate the works of more than 85 artists.

The definition of fine art by which submissions for the Buckhorn Fine Art Festival are measured is: "The selective re-creation of reality, to express human perspectives and values in a highly skilled fashion, incorporating creative innovation through the medium of painting, drawing, sculpture or other creative media such as jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles, wood-turning, or photography."
For an application form, visit www.buckhornfineart.com or call 705 657 1918 (toll-free at 1 877 300 9766).

Originally published on December 12, 2013 at 11:02 AM
Republished on January 9, 2014 at 10: 37 AM

Open House Christmas Sale

November 24 & 25, 10 AM - 3 PM. at 18 Lesbury Avenue. A perfect time to do some Christmas shopping and help support From A Mother's Heart! Jewellery, notecards, t-shirts and fashion accessories. 416-720-8733. www.fromamothersheart.ca

Serenity Jewellery Christmas Open House

November 4, 2 – 4 PM. Serenity Jewellery Christmas Open House at 50 Rosebud Ave, Brampton, ON, L6X 2W5. BAC member Hilary Dalton invites you to check out her jewellery, designed with sterling silver, 14 k gold plated, fused glass, fresh water pearls and Swarovski crystal.

The Art Workshop Classes

Monday - Creative Writing starts - 4 week session, Wednesday - Sewing 101 - create a BBQ Apron -or- Glass Etching 101, Thursday - Abstract Painting and Mixed Media -or- Jewellery Making 101, Saturday - Felt Flowers - Decorating a Mirror. To find out more, visit our calendar of classes at: www.theartworkshop.ca/calendar.htm ( Presented by the Brampton Art Fair.)

Jewellery Skills Classes NEW!

 NEW! Starts Wednesday, May 2nd, from 7-9pm and runs for 4 weeks for $100! Learn all the basics and apply them to completed pieces! Our enthusiastic instructor and BAC member Ana Verde creates beautiful jewellery and she's going to show you how you can too. Each week will complete a finished piece. Some addt'l materials fees may be incurred depending on the projects chosen to complete. Register today at info@theartworkshop.ca (Brought to you by the Brampton Art Fair.)

The Art Workshop

Cake Decorating 4 week course - $100. Starts Tuesday, March 6th from 7-9pm. Learn the basics and eat your results! The Art Workshop (division of Brampton Art Fair) starts the first class with a killer cupcake theme. In following weeks they’ll cover cakes, structure, fondants, sugar flowers, recipe variations and more. (NOTE: This class may require addt'l costs for ingredients, etc. for homework projects.) http://www.theartworkshop.ca/

Creative Writing 4 week course - $100 Starts Thursday March 8, 2012 from 7-9pm and runs to March 29th. Ready to write the next great murder mystery but don't know where to start? Start right here! Simple tips and tricks to bring out the creative writer in you! This course is presented by Catherine Astolfo, Author of The Emily Taylor Series. Purpose: to encourage fledgling writers to put their words on paper in a way that will have shape and promise!

Wed, March 14 from 7-9pm -OR- Sat March 17 from 10am – noon. TWO dates to choose from. NEW! The Art Workshop, division of the Brampton Fair offers the workshop Wire Wrapped Rings. Create a beautiful keepsake ring, just for you! Using aluminum wire (which is easy to work with and won't tarnish), to create a one-of-a-kind hand made wire wrapped ring, with your choice of focal bead (you can even bring a favourite bead of your own to make into a ring if you prefer!). You'll learn the techniques, how to use jewellers tools, correct finishing practices and you'll take home at least one completed project. Includes materials! $30. http://www.theartworkshop.ca/

NEW! Stained Glass Painting workshop - $35 Join TAW Saturday, March 17 from 10am - 12:30pm and learn how to imitate the look of stained glass with Vitrail paint! Finish a beautiful Morning Glory on glass and take it home with you. All materials supplied.

Photography Basics Workshop $25 Saturday, March 24th from 10am - 12noon
It's not about the expensive camera and equipment, it's about you, what you see, your technique and using your camera. It doesn't matter whether you use a point & shoot, an iPhone or a Blackberry, in our Photography Basics Workshop we will teach you how to use your camer, how to understand its functions and most importantly how you can take better photos!

CALL FOR ARTISTS: Outdoor art show

“Art For All Canada at Buskerfest 2011” for paintings and formed art, including jewellery in downtown Toronto. This 3-day weekend event runs from August 26th - August 28 and attracts many thousands of people in support of those with epilepsy. There are 9 spaces (10\'x10\') at the cost of $300 for the 3 days and you will need a tent (only 2 tents for rent at $100). Participants will be required to donate a work of art for the auction. Apply right away, if interested in participating.