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Arts Update: February 2017

"Late February days; and now, at last, might you have thought that winter's woes was past; so fair the sky was and so soft the air" Wlliam Morris

The arts in South Surrey and White Rock are starting off to an amazing start with Pop-Up-Town, White Rock re-opening this month. We are happy to announce that we will be occupying the space representing our artist members from August 10 to September 20, 2017. More details about how to get involved are coming soon! 




We would like to welcome our newest members: Marlene & Tom Konyves, Sylvia Hoffman, Eva Kondzialkiewicz, Ellen Cheung, Brenda Worden, Drew McLean, Katrina Giesbrecht, Sussanne Hoiberg, Katherine Garrett, and Breanna Deis.
Thank you for your support and membership!

Special thanks to our amazing volunteers Megan Guo, Lawerence McCarthy, Karen Kroeker, Scott Stone, Oscar. L, Eva Kondzialkiewicz, Melissa Gollan, Barbara Cooper, Irene Hardy for going the extra mile during the passed month.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PAST FEW WEEKS:
 

Author, Lorimer Shenher joined us in the Turnbull Gallery to read from his book That Lonely Section of Hell as part of our Readings by the Salish Sea literary program. 
 


We invited the community to participate in our  Arts Fundraiser Gala - Art Slam; Battle of the Brushes. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our fundraiser!

 
 

Congratulations to the finalists of Art Slam; Battle of the Brushes:
Dale Byhre
Chelaine Neufeldt
Tony O'Regan
And the winner.... Shannon Thiesen!

 


We celebrated Family Day with a Community Hearts art project and Family Tree crafts! 

We wrapped up our first
Textile Printing class with artist Hilary Young! 
Everyone made their own silk screens and one-of-a-kind prints.
Next class starts April 26

REGISTER HERE

 

Get Involved!  We have volunteer opportunities and are always searching for new opportunities to collaborate with artists of all disciplines.
 
VOLUNTEER CALL: Paint the Turnbull! 
Our gallery walls are in need of a new coat of paint. 
Are you available to lend a hand?
 April 29th, 10:30am

Email us: info@semiahmooarts.com
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CALL TO ARTISTS
 
THE PIER EXHIBITION
 
The City of White Rock in partnership with Semiahmoo Arts is currently accepting submissions to The Pier Art Exhibition as part of the Art on Display program. All artists are invited to submit a maximum of three works of art that explore The Pier. As the City of White Rock is celebrating its 60th Anniversary in April, we would like to display local artist’s works which embody one of the cities’ most iconic landmarks.
Exhibition: March 16- April 30, 2017
Deadline to register: March 6th, 5pm 2017
 

Calling all amateur and professional photographers!

Double Exposure creates a platform for dialogue between photography and poetry. This exhibition showcases the talent of our community in celebration of two popular annual events: Capture Photography Festival as well as Canada’s National Poetry Month. The purpose of the exhibition is to showcase local photography while forging poetry based on the exhibited photographs.


Deadline:  March 3rd
 

Calling all YOUTH photographers!

Double Exposure invites youth photographers (under 19yrs) to submit up to 3 digital images. All submitted images will be on display in the South Surrey Rec. & Arts Centre lobby from March 30-April 27.

The winner will be awarded $100 toward photography equipment or education.


Deadline:  March 15th

Deadline: Wednesday, May 31, 2017 

Solo Art Exhibitions at the White Rock Community Centre

The City of White Rock in partnership with Semiahmoo Arts is currently accepting submissions for artists to exhibit in our upcoming solo art shows. The first show will run from June 15 to July 14, with an opening reception on June 15, 2016.  The second art show will run from Oct 26 to Nov 24, with an opening reception on Oct 26, 2017.


Deadline to Apply: April 3, 6pm

REMINISCENCE, REAWAKENING, REBIRTH ART SHOW
The City of White Rock in partnership with Semiahmoo Arts is currently accepting submissions for Reminiscence, Reawakening, Rebirth Art Show.The premise of this show is to find a work of art from a family member and use this as the basis for a reproduction and a new inspired work. All artists are invited to submit three works of art that must include:
1) Family members piece
2) Replication in similar style (same size canvas or panel)
3) Replication in artists chosen style inspired by family painting (same size canvas or panel)


Deadline to Apply: April 24

Display your ART at South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre!
 
Semiahmoo Arts have secure exhibition space available in the lobby of the Centre.
We invite our members to exhibit their work for a 4-week period throughout 2017. This space is ideal for displaying sculptural pieces, pottery, textiles, small paintings, etc.
Items may be for sale and Semiahmoo Arts retains 20% commission on all sold items.

To book your space please bring samples or photos of your work to the Semiahmoo Arts office: Wed-Sat 9am-5pm 14601-20 Ave, Surrey
– First come first serve!

Interested in making your artwork available for rent?
OR
Are you interested renting local artwork for your home or office?
 
Join the Art Rental Program!
Contact Greg Smith: 2gregsmith@gmail.com



ARTS IN THE COMMUNITY

Drop-In Life Drawing 
Semiahmoo Arts

Join facilitators Susan Falk & Tony O'Regan for self-directed life drawing. Models are draped and undraped. Bring your own supplies. Easels and drawing boards are provided.

Ongoing until April 21
Fridays 10am-12:30pm
MORE INFO

RAW:VANCOUVER PRESENTS CUSP: March 2

RAW showcases indie talent in visual art, film, fashion design, music, performance art, hair and makeup artistry, and photography. 
RAW currently operates in over 60 cities across the United States, Australia, Canada and the UK!

MORE INFO HERE

SSWRAS Weekend Workshops:  March 11,12 

Adding Expressionism to your Paintings - Acrylic or Oil - with artist Susan Falk

REGISTER HERE

SSWRAS Workshops: May 13,14
Chinese watercolour on rice paper with
Eileen Fong.

REGISTER HERE

Craft Swap Meet
Creative Finds 

 Art & Craft DESTASH
Re-Use, Re-Cycle, Re-Vamp your art and craft supplies this SPRING!!!
The purpose of this market is to re-use, re-cycle, re-vamp the art and craft supplies that have been gathering in your storage areas and will most likely never make it to your production area. Get your de-STASH on!

April 2 2017, 1pm-5pm

MORE INFO

Art of Ancient Rome

In this presentation you will see how art, architecture and the army held a vast empire together. You will hear about the good emperors and bad, like Nero, the Colosseum’s ‘bread and circuses’,  gladiators [ the rock stars of the day] , the destruction of Pompeii and what it tells us today of their lives. 

March 2  1:30 - 3
White Rock Community Center
Members $10/12

Your Community Arts Council,
Barb Nelson Executive Director
Melanie Watts Communications & Special Events
Bobbie Hammersley Art Class Programmer
Tony Wilson & Angela Hopkins Pottery Technicians
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