art & musEums
tery, tapestry and glass. Oct 17-Nov 13, opening Oct 24, 1-3pm, FREE.
soul Food This exhibition of Grant Reddick's paintings is inspired by his love
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of the mountains and the contemplative peace of country churches.
205 -100 7 Ave SW, 403 543-9600, artcentral.ca
Nov 14-Dec 11, opening Nov 21, 1-3pm, FREE.
Art Central is a visual art complex in the heart of downtown Calgary that
Christmas Cordial Annual Christmas exhibition of gallery artists' work.
brings together over 50 galleries, shops, studios & cafes all under one roof.
Dec 12-Jan 8, opening Dec 12, 1-3pm, FREE.
First thursdays Join us on the First Thursday of each month from 5-9 pm for
live music, exhibition opening, artist demonstrations and much more!
12 Glenbow museum
Admission is free. All ages welcome.
130 9 Ave SE, 403 268-4100, glenbow.org
art Central's 5th Birthday Music, wear-able art fashion show, exhibition
real life by Ron Mueck and Guy Ben-Ner. Real Life explores how these two
openings and more. First Thurs-Nov 5, 5-9pm.
internationally acclaimed contemporary artists, despite very different aesthetic
temperaments and unique approaches, both contemplate broad issues of the
Galleries studios
human condition of their work. Oct 17-Jan 24.
Axis Contemporary Gallery, Amanda O’Brien & Sean Dunkley, sean.
michael nicol Yahgulanaas Known for his distinctive Haida Manga style which
403 262-3356 dunkley@gmail.com
blends Indigenous art traditions with the style of Asian graphic novels known
Burst and Bloom, bloom@artcentral.ca Chester Arts, 403 266-6270
as manga or manhwa. Oct 17-Feb 21.
Collage Gallery, 403 265-3330 DUG, 403 234-9485 Connections to Collection Jeff Thomas and Paul Wong work directly with
Gallery 213/The Fraser Group, The Flemish Monkey, 403 660-9039, Glenbow's diverse collections in response to their own practice and create
403 455-7760 403 803-1917
work based on their explorations. Oct 24-Feb 21.
Keystone Gallery, 403 237-6637 Heather Brewster, 403 542-6205
War Brides: one-Way Passage A compelling, moving and fascinating explora-
Korean Gallery, 403 205-3714 Heinricks Studio, 403 708-4166
tion of the historical phenomenon of the war brides, featuring beautiful instal-
INFLUX Jewellery Gallery, 403 266-7527 Kaviar South Sea Pearls, info@kaviar-
lations and portraits by Calgary artist Bev Tosh. Nov 6-Feb 14.
Panagakos Design, 403 863-0311 pearls.com
Swirl Fine Art & Design, 403 266-5337 Mary Pat Jewellery Studio, 403 232-8827
Trouvé, 403 835-8418 Maya Gohill Studio, 403 466-3177
13 inFluX Jewellery Gallery
My Escape Art,
Art Central, 201 - 100 7 Ave SW, 403 266-7527, influxgallery.com
shops myescapeart@artcentral.ca
Specializing in Canadian contemporary art jewellery INFLUX Jewellery Gallery
Goya Gallery, 403 233-8328 Nyummm Magazine Ltd., 403 978-8298
represents over forty jewellery artists from across the country. Find work rang-
La Fleur, 403 266-1707 POST Exhibit, POST@artcentral.ca, ing from the subtle objects for everyday wear to extravagant and sculptural.
Nation Toys & Tees, 403 802-0350 403 869-9920 Gloss Solo Exhibition by Devon Clark. Enamel is layered in colors and textures
Rox Gems, 403 265-5678 Robert Scott Purse Goldsmith & Design,
over the metal surfaces inspired by design elements found in Art Deco, High
Shisomiso Boutique, 403 266-4211 robertscottpurse@artcentral.ca
Fashion and Nature. Sept 3-Oct 17, FREE Opening reception, First Thurs, Sept
Studio Todorovic, 403 450-1917 ST[ART] @ Art Central, 403 284-4051
3, 5-8pm.
Ted Smith Picture Framing, Studio C, 403 269-1838
insight: scholarship Fundraiser INFLUX is building a Scholarship that will
403 264-2664 Tangerine Leaf, 403 874-3859
benefit senior ACAD students working in the arena of contemporary art jewel-
UPPERCASE Gallery, Books & Paper- Tina Martel, tina@artcentral.ca
goods, 403 283-5318 Uppercase Project Room, 403 283-5318
lery/wearable art. 5% of all sales revenue for the entire month will go to the
UP Studio, 403 880-2631
Scholarship. First Thurs, Oct 1, 5-8pm FREE.
Eats Vehicle Creative,
inFluX's 5 Year anniversary Party!!! Including a Cake Walk and Special
deVille Luxury Coffee & Pastries, info@vehicle_magazine.com
Prizes! Opening reception, First Thurs, Nov 5, 5-8pm FREE.
403 452-7777 Xiao Tian er, 403 891-1291 the red hot show Some like it Red, some like it Hot and some like it Red Hot.
The Bistro at Art Central, 403 262-0282 What is your preference? Nov 5-Dec 12.
adorn the tree Event Featuring Christmas Tree Decorations by local artists
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that may be purchased with proceeds going towards a local charity TBA. First
117 8 Ave SW, 403 770-1350, artgallerycalgary.org
Thurs Dec 3, 5-8pm FREE.
The Art Gallery of Calgary is a public contemporary art gallery and a registered
charitable organization. The AGC is dedicated to presenting contemporary art
exhibitions and providing quality art education programs and experiences.
For tickets or information contact j-bsine@artgallerycalgary.org or
403 770-1358.
When Women rule the World: Judy Chicago in thread Last exhibited in
Calgary in 1982, world-renowned artist Judy Chicago comes back to Calgary
exhibiting an array of textile work. Sept 25-Jan 23, public opening reception
Sept 25, 7-10pm. The AGC Community Days: Sept 26, & Jan 23, FREE 10-5pm.
tour with audrey Cowan Talented tapestry weaver Audrey Cowan has collabo-
rated with Judy Chicago for almost 30 years. Join Audrey for an illuminating
Judy Chicago, The Creation, 1984, photo copyright Donald Woodman
look at Judy Chicago’s work. Sept 26, 1-2pm, $15, $10 for AGC Members.
Judy Chicago: artist talk Join us to hear this important artist speak. Spon-
sored by The Alberta Society of Artists. Sept 29, 7-9pm, $25, $15 for students,
F A L L 2 0 0 9
AGC/Glenbow Staff or Members.
September 25, 2009
Proto-Feminist and Feminist art in alberta, 1970 – Present This fascinating
lecture will be presented by veteran arts journalist, writer and curator, Mary- to
Beth Laviolette, author/co-author of two books about contemporary Alberta art
January 23, 2010
and has a special interest in the creative energies of art made by women. Oct
29, 6:30-7:30pm, $10, $6 for AGC members.
Public Opening Reception
Family Day with the heritage Weavers and spinners Explore and experiment
September 25, 2009 from 7pm to 10pm
with the tools of the Weavers and Spinners. Come in costume if you like – Hal-
ARTISTS IN ATTENDANCE
loween treats for all! Oct 31,10-2pm. Drop-in $6/ family (2 adults & 4 children;
additional children are $1/child), $4/ family for AGC members.
For Fall 2009, The Art Gallery of Calgary is offering exciting new
public programs for children and adults!
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Watch our website for information: www.artgallerycalgary.org or contact JB Sine to be
107 - 100 7 Ave SW, 403 262-3356, axisart.ca
added to our program mailing list T: 403.770.1358 E: j-bsine@artgallerycalgary.org
Canadian & International artists - painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing &
photography.
Judy Chicago’s Companion Commercial Exhibition Is Opening at The Weiss Gallery
my Castle by Elena Kervinen, Sept 12-30
Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 2pm to 4pm www.theweissgallery.com
ARTIST IN ATTENDANCE
maguy Carpentier Oct 1-22
take me to your leader! By Lisa Brawn, Oct 24-Nov 16 Presenting Sponsor: In partnership with:
metal of honor by Ryan Mc Court, Oct 24-Nov 16
mychael maier Nov 20-Dec 19
11 Centennial art Gallery
153 - 115 9 Ave SE, 403 266-6783
Artist run gallery exhibiting emerging artists' paintings, pottery, tapestry and
ON THE LEVEL ART
glass.
harvest moon Until Sept 17
trifocal 3 artists + 3 styles = 1 fabulous exhibition. New work by Thelma Likus- 1 1 7 - 8 A V E N U E S . W . C A L G A R Y , A L B E R T A , C A N A D A T 2 P 1 B 4
ki, Earlene Manz and Liz Roberts. Sept 18-Oct 16, opening Sept 26, 1-3pm, FREE.
M A I N : 4 0 3 . 7 7 0 . 1 3 5 0 F A X : 4 0 3 . 2 6 4 . 8 0 7 7
W W W . A R T G A L L E R Y C A L G A R Y . O R G
nocturne Gallery artists capture the dreamy quality of night in paintings, pot- W W W . A R T I S O N . O R G
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