IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!
June 21, the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, marks the first birthday of
Artemisia Art Gallery and Art Services.
We have been busy with preparations for our new season and are happy to announce some special happenings for that day... draw for 5% to 40% off your purchase!
So come back this week to see just what we have to offer -- birthday prices and cool refreshments!!!
There have also been some changes to our schedule of workshops and events due to
alterations in our timetables. Georgia is very busy preparing her house for sale, so she is not available for classes until July. Therefore, the watercolor sessions planned for Sundays and Thursdays in June and July have been cancelled and rescheduled, see below.
Starting in July, however, watercolor sessions will be held every Thursday evening at Artemisia's workshop from 5 to 7 pm. We will learn and share techniques and also do some plein air painting and sketching. So plan to come and join me and splash your way through some fun watercolor sessions. For details, call 613-273-8775.
Our open studio sessions are still going on, Wednesdays from 1 - 3 pm come and join Bonnie and get some drawing and painting tips.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
A NEW SEASON IS COMING. . .
We are proud and happy to announce the coming of a
new season here at Artemisia Art Gallery and
Art Services in Westport, Ontario.
In May we will be featuring the LAND O LAKES ARTISANS GUILD in an exclusive show and sale of many fine items, handcrafted to perfection for you and your home. There will be works of fine art -- paintings and sculpture -- and works of fine craft -- pottery, woodturning, jewelry, fiber art and some wonderfully unique works by these talented artisans.
This show will run from May 8 to May 25, 2009 with an opening reception on May 9 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Come on in and meet the Land O Lakes Artisans!
On March 14, 2009 we were featured on Regional Contact, and would like to thank Kathie Donovan for choosing us and doing such a wonderful show for us. We have had many compliments on both the gallery and our work and stories, so a huge thanks to Kathie and Pete and Randy for our marvelous and fantastic "15 minutes of fame"!!!
We have just joined the Chamber of Commerce, attended the AGM, learned about and met the owners of our sister and brother businesses here in this lovely village on the Rideau Canal, now a World Heritage site.
We hope to join our fellow business owners in providing lots of great reasons to come to Westport-- great countryside, wonderful swimming and superb spots for picnics -- along with shopping at some very fine stores, including one with terrific all natural ice cream!!!
We have been busy jurying for the coming season and will have some photos here shortly of the new works available beginning in May. Lots of wonderful and colorful feel good items for you to peruse.
We are also planning to have rainy day activities this summer for youth and adults -- come on in on a rainy day and splash about with paints and create some unique work!!! but mostly
HAVE FUN!!!
Birthday coming? Speak to us about our ARTY PARTIES, a creative affair for up to 8 kids (8 years and older, please...
We think they will have a blast! And go home with some really funky stuff...
So come on in and join us, we look forward to having you.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Artemisia Owners Business Women of the Year in Westport
I am proud and happy to announce that we won the title and I especially want to thank all our customers and artists for their votes!
Yesterday we did the interview for the story. The reporter, Laura, from the Ottawa Media Group, representing the Perth Courier and their adjunct newspapers, took a number of photos, but the favorite seemed to be one with moxie!
Three moxies, that is, delightful little sculptures by our artist Gera Scott Chandler. Gera is a polymer clay artist whose whimsical and wonderful work is available at the Gallery.
Come back again soon to see some photos and to read more in the ongoing story, as CTV's Kathie Donovan has agreed to have us on Regional Contact as three artist entrepreneurs! Date of airing will be here when we find out when that will be.
Yesterday we did the interview for the story. The reporter, Laura, from the Ottawa Media Group, representing the Perth Courier and their adjunct newspapers, took a number of photos, but the favorite seemed to be one with moxie!
Three moxies, that is, delightful little sculptures by our artist Gera Scott Chandler. Gera is a polymer clay artist whose whimsical and wonderful work is available at the Gallery.
Come back again soon to see some photos and to read more in the ongoing story, as CTV's Kathie Donovan has agreed to have us on Regional Contact as three artist entrepreneurs! Date of airing will be here when we find out when that will be.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Open Studios now going on. . .
I am a few days late in updating this blog, so i hope i can just cut and paste our January newsletter as it has all the information about our new open studios. a bit more explanation however ---
so that our loyal followers can have an opportunity to participate in various art mediums, we now have a weekly open studio to which any and all are welcome to come and play with any medium, although each week will have a focus medium. each session is planned for two hours, but may run a bit longer when interest is high. for a very modest sum one can attend these sessions and perhaps learn some new techniques which will help us determine workshops that our customers would like to attend.
so please, if you are interested, come out to one or more of our open studios, have a great time and learn some new art techniques!
OPEN STUDIOS
Here at Artemisia we are planning to help you fill up these cold and dreary days with creative and inspiring learning activities where artists can meet and work together.
So come on over to Artemisia and stretch you creative spirit! Limited instruction will be available, depending on the topic of the day. Those marked with * will provide more comprehensive instruction when desired. These open studios will be aimed at sharing ideas and techniques. We hope you will come and join us, and have fun working along with other artists – even those of you who are wannabees!!!
The topics of focus for these open studios will be:
Jan. 28 & 29 – No Press Printmaking*
Feb. 4 & 5 – Drawing and Sketching
Feb. 11 & 12 – Acrylics
Feb.18 & 19 – Watercolors*
Feb. 25 & 26 – Paper Making *
Mar. 4 & 5 –Modeling and Sculpting*
Mar. 11 & 12 –Collage/Assemblage
Mar. 25 & 26 – Weaving & Basketry
Apr. 1 & 2 –Foolin’ Around!
Apr. 8 & 9 – Kaleidoscopes*
Apr. 15 & 16 – Paper Arts*
Apr. 22 & 23 – Fiber Arts
Come in soon and get your 10 session pass for only $50.00! Single session for $7.00. Bring your own materials; or get them from us for $3.00 per session.
Wednesdays --11 am – 1 pm;
Thursdays -- 2 – 4 pm.
WORKSHOPS
At Artemisia we are also planning to hold workshops and classes in a variety of art and craft media. Please let us know what you would like to learn and how we can best serve your learning needs.
Some of the topics we are considering include:
Acrylic painting; Pastel painting
Basketry
Handbuilding with clay; Sculpting
Polymer Clay - Basics and Advanced
Making Kaleidoscopes
Drawing; Life Drawing
Fiber Art; Weaving and Spinning
Basic Silversmithing
Paper Making; Creating Books and Journals
Scrapbooking
Make Your Own Cards
Watercolour Painting
Water soluble Oil Painting
Floor Cloths; Stencilling
Stained Glass
Papier Mache
Art Doll Construction
These workshops will be taught by the best instructors we can find in our area.
If you have a special interest, please let us know.
If you are interested in teaching here at Artemisia, please send us a proposal. We can accommodate up to 10 participants per workshop or class.
OUR ART SERVICES
The Little Sign Shop
Donna Larocque, our graphic artist par excellence, will be here to fill all your graphic needs – from logo design, commercial and residential signage of all kinds, interior and exterior murals, illustrations and so much more! Come in and view Donna’s great work on our own Artemisia sign work, along with other samples of her murals and signs.
Art Conservation
Bonnie McLean, our accomplished art conservator, will consult with you about how to keep your works of art in tip top condition. It is very important to the value of your paintings, sculptures, and other works of fine art to keep them clean and well looked after.
Bonnie will ensure your precious works are properly looked after and kept in fine condition with top quality museum conservation practices.
Please bring any work you feel needs professional attention to Bonnie, who will be happy to consult with you regarding your works of art.
Frame It!
Give your photos and other printed works the frame that they deserve! Specialty framing done right here at Artemisia by Georgia Ferrell.
From standard aluminum mouldings to wood taken from old barn siding, frames can be cut to size for that special project. Frames can be gilded, painted, and otherwise decorated to suit your every need.
Come in and speak with Georgia to see how she can help you with your special framing needs.
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JURYING FOR 2009
We are starting a new season and are putting out a call to artists to join us for 2009. Please note that we are requesting a cd or email with 6 to 10 photos this year for our initial jurying. We will then request a live presentation from those whose photos meet our requirements.
Please pass this information on to anyone you know who would be interested in having work at Artemisia in 2009.
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Contact us at artemisia@kingston.net
Phone: 613-273-8775
Fax: 613-273-8776
so that our loyal followers can have an opportunity to participate in various art mediums, we now have a weekly open studio to which any and all are welcome to come and play with any medium, although each week will have a focus medium. each session is planned for two hours, but may run a bit longer when interest is high. for a very modest sum one can attend these sessions and perhaps learn some new techniques which will help us determine workshops that our customers would like to attend.
so please, if you are interested, come out to one or more of our open studios, have a great time and learn some new art techniques!
OPEN STUDIOS
Here at Artemisia we are planning to help you fill up these cold and dreary days with creative and inspiring learning activities where artists can meet and work together.
So come on over to Artemisia and stretch you creative spirit! Limited instruction will be available, depending on the topic of the day. Those marked with * will provide more comprehensive instruction when desired. These open studios will be aimed at sharing ideas and techniques. We hope you will come and join us, and have fun working along with other artists – even those of you who are wannabees!!!
The topics of focus for these open studios will be:
Jan. 28 & 29 – No Press Printmaking*
Feb. 4 & 5 – Drawing and Sketching
Feb. 11 & 12 – Acrylics
Feb.18 & 19 – Watercolors*
Feb. 25 & 26 – Paper Making *
Mar. 4 & 5 –Modeling and Sculpting*
Mar. 11 & 12 –Collage/Assemblage
Mar. 25 & 26 – Weaving & Basketry
Apr. 1 & 2 –Foolin’ Around!
Apr. 8 & 9 – Kaleidoscopes*
Apr. 15 & 16 – Paper Arts*
Apr. 22 & 23 – Fiber Arts
Come in soon and get your 10 session pass for only $50.00! Single session for $7.00. Bring your own materials; or get them from us for $3.00 per session.
Wednesdays --11 am – 1 pm;
Thursdays -- 2 – 4 pm.
WORKSHOPS
At Artemisia we are also planning to hold workshops and classes in a variety of art and craft media. Please let us know what you would like to learn and how we can best serve your learning needs.
Some of the topics we are considering include:
Acrylic painting; Pastel painting
Basketry
Handbuilding with clay; Sculpting
Polymer Clay - Basics and Advanced
Making Kaleidoscopes
Drawing; Life Drawing
Fiber Art; Weaving and Spinning
Basic Silversmithing
Paper Making; Creating Books and Journals
Scrapbooking
Make Your Own Cards
Watercolour Painting
Water soluble Oil Painting
Floor Cloths; Stencilling
Stained Glass
Papier Mache
Art Doll Construction
These workshops will be taught by the best instructors we can find in our area.
If you have a special interest, please let us know.
If you are interested in teaching here at Artemisia, please send us a proposal. We can accommodate up to 10 participants per workshop or class.
OUR ART SERVICES
The Little Sign Shop
Donna Larocque, our graphic artist par excellence, will be here to fill all your graphic needs – from logo design, commercial and residential signage of all kinds, interior and exterior murals, illustrations and so much more! Come in and view Donna’s great work on our own Artemisia sign work, along with other samples of her murals and signs.
Art Conservation
Bonnie McLean, our accomplished art conservator, will consult with you about how to keep your works of art in tip top condition. It is very important to the value of your paintings, sculptures, and other works of fine art to keep them clean and well looked after.
Bonnie will ensure your precious works are properly looked after and kept in fine condition with top quality museum conservation practices.
Please bring any work you feel needs professional attention to Bonnie, who will be happy to consult with you regarding your works of art.
Frame It!
Give your photos and other printed works the frame that they deserve! Specialty framing done right here at Artemisia by Georgia Ferrell.
From standard aluminum mouldings to wood taken from old barn siding, frames can be cut to size for that special project. Frames can be gilded, painted, and otherwise decorated to suit your every need.
Come in and speak with Georgia to see how she can help you with your special framing needs.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
JURYING FOR 2009
We are starting a new season and are putting out a call to artists to join us for 2009. Please note that we are requesting a cd or email with 6 to 10 photos this year for our initial jurying. We will then request a live presentation from those whose photos meet our requirements.
Please pass this information on to anyone you know who would be interested in having work at Artemisia in 2009.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Contact us at artemisia@kingston.net
Phone: 613-273-8775
Fax: 613-273-8776
Friday, January 16, 2009
WELCOME TO 2009
Well, 2009 couldn't have come in any colder! The last two weeks have been spent mostly trying to keep warm in this no warmer than -15 celcius weather! despite great and beautiful sunshine, it is a cold and 'icicley' time here in eastern Ontario.
However, here at Artemisia we have been very busy preparing for our new season. granted, that doesn't really begin until april, we have learned that as a business it takes a couple of months at least ahead of the calendar to make sure that everything happens when it is supposed to happen! i am not very good at thinking so far ahead, but getting better.
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CALL TO ARTISTS FOR 2009
we are doing our jurying slightly differently this year, as we simply do not have the room to accomodate works here at the gallery while we jury. so, we are asking any and all interested artists who are local to the Westport area -- that is within 100 km -- to send us a cd or email with between 6 and 10 representative photos of your work. we will be viewing all photos until april, when we will request from those artists whose work suits our gallery, to bring in actual work for the final jurying.
if you are interested in showing your work in our gallery, but live outside of our local area, please email us and we will consider all canadian artists who apply. artemisia@kingston.net
we will forward details if requested regarding our contract with our artists, concerning commission and fees.
we hope to hear from you!
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OPEN STUDIO FUN!
beginning on january 28 and 29, and each and every wednesday morning from 11 am to 1 pm, and each and every thursday afternoon from 2 to 4 pm, our workshop will be open to all to come in and create something new, work with other artists and just enjoy yourself and try something new.
each week will focus on a different topic, however, all are welcome to come and bring your own materials and get together with others for creative fun!
cost is minimal -- $50.00 for any ten two hour sessions and $7.00 for each single two hour session. if you want us to provide materials, it will be $3.00 per two hour session.
call or email us for further details until i can get the focus for each session posted here.
613-273-8775
artemisia@kingston.net
if you would like to be on our mailing list, please also email us to let us know.
thanks, and keep coming back for more information about our gallery, our art services of signs and commercial art graphics, picture framing, and art conservation. we look forward to meeting you and hope to see many of you here at Artemisia Gallery and Art Services in Westport, Ontario.
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