First Thursday September 4th
Thursday September 4th, 5-9pm FREE
Join us for a celebration of art with live music by Suzanne deBussac and exhibition openings.
MUSIC: Always exploring spiritual matters and earthly concerns, singer-songwriter Suzanne deBussac is a committed believer in Kahlil Gibran’s contention that “work is love made visible.” And she’s been loving the work of making music ever since she can remember. Over the years the credentials accumulated: a stint as a music industry executive; producer and programmer with Tranzister, her own communications company; crooning and cresting on the stages of Toronto’s club circuit; and the national release of her debut album The Valley of Baca, a collection of bright, shiny pop tunes full of progressive hooks and rhythms. “Anyone who can appreciate the fine art of songwriting, accompanied by fleeting moments of Kate Bush brilliance, should become intimate with Suzanne de Bussac,” exclaimed Exclaim! magazine. Now, after a period of hiatus devoted to kids and family, she’s returned to performing; and, as ever, she’s blissfully blasting away.
UPPER LEVEL
UPPERCASE Gallery + OneBlueWall Gallery: Old School: UPPERCASE has been transformed into a classroom... but this is no ordinary class! Artwork, activities, unique toys and stationery treasures await you in every corner. With artwork from over 80 international artists, a newly published book, and an exhibition so large it extends to our next-door-neighbour (One Blue Wall gallery has become the principal's office), this is a must-see event for the whole family.
Keystone Art Gallery: Book Launch and Exhibition: book launch and signing of Creative Expression, Creative Education in conjunction with an exhibition of colour woodcuts by Dr. Robert Kelly and other print works by artists from the gallery.
Collage Gallery: A Change of Seasons at Collage: new fall clothing by SYMPLI & fabulous accessories by gallery artists.
Chester Arts: Prairie Grass & Musings: Paintings by Chester Lees and sculptures by Joy MacLeod.
MAIN LEVEL
Shisomiso Boutique & Gallery: Opening Reception for Karen Klassen: inspired by all things vintage - paper, textiles, patterns, colors - Klassen incorporates her love of illustration with sewing, textiles and vintage things to create pieces that are hand-crafted and unique.
Studio Todorovic: Opening Reception of Haven: City in the Sky: A unique paper-work installation by ACAD Graduate Pamella Stewart.
Ajax Arts Agency: featuring Paul Van Ginkel: specializing in western themes.
Swirl Fine Art & Design: Opening Reception of Spirit in the Sky: a group show featuring landscapes infused with energy and colour: Lindsey Love, Tracy Proctor, and introducing Samantha Da Silva.
AXIS Contemporary Art: New paintings by Norah Borden.
LOWER LEVEL
Gallery of Photographic Arts: Opening Reception for Guest Photographer Paul Stack: a selection of B&W landscape photos from Alberta and the East Coast. All images were made using various vintage and Pinhole cameras, giving each print its own "character" and all the photographs are hand made silver gelatin fiber base prints , as well as a collection of very rare "Lith" prints.
Studio C: Opening Reception of Under African Skies: Combining her gentle sensibility in subject matter and meticulous colour choices, Alyssa Hatton has explored a variety of mediums and exotic animals and landscapes.
To a T: Opening Reception of Brain Candy: Fresh work by Connie Gibbens.
Looks Could Kill Art Boutique: Opening Reception for 12 Midnite: new paintings and neon sculpture by Canada's Lord of Lowbrow.
The Fraser Group: Opening Reception of Five Peace Country Artists Create an Outpost of Wonderment: featuring five artists from the Grande Prairie Area:
Carmen Haakstad, Carrie Klukas, Todd Schaber, Sabine Schneider, Marian Jacoba Shilka.
