MadeinHaliburton – August Newsletter
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www.MadeInHaliburton.ca August 2012 newsletter
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Meet the Artist — Sharon Lawrence, wife of R.D. Lawrence, will be at the gallery today
Sharon Lawrence, wife of Canadian author R.D. Lawrence, will be at the www.MadeInHaliburton.a gallery from 9:30 to 5:30 today. Feel free to drop in and talk about the work that she and R. D. did together in understanding the behaviour of animals in their natural habitat. A selection of books and the DVD of R.D.’s life are available for purchase in the store.
Marie’s Art Selection of the Day
Symphony by Al Van Mil
I’ve selected this painting by well-known Canadian artist Al Van Mil for today’s “Art Selection of the Day” because it matches my mood. The title of the painting “Symphony” creates a sense of melodic movement in the trees and captures my imagination.The painting measures 40″ by 26″.
Check out our website for more of Al Van Mil’s paintings.
Bebop Cowboys Come to The Forest Festival in the Haliburton Highlands.
The Bebop Cowboys are playing at the Forest Festival August 19th, 2012 at 2 p.m at the Historic Logging Museum site. Tickets are now available on www.MadeInHaliburton.ca. Take a look at this performance of the Bebop Cowboys in Brampton in 2008.
Made In Haliburton Newsletter — June 1, 2012
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R. D. Lawrence’s Life Depicted in New DVD
R. D. Lawrence was a celebrated Canadian wildlife author who has written 30 books that have been published in 30 different countries in 16 different languages. His wife, Sharon, works hard to keep his message alive and is happy to be offering some of his books and the DVD about his life “Canada’s Best Kept Secret: The Natural World of R.D. Lawrence” on the new online gallery, www.MadeInHaliburton.ca. This online gallery supports the work of visual artists, literary artists and musicians who have an affiliation with the Haliburton Highlands.
The importance of his works as a Canadian naturalist and wildlife author have been commemorated by numerous awards and the creation of R. D. Lawrence place in the village of Minden Hills, Ontario, Canada. He chose to study life by examining the habits of various animals with a focus on wolves. As such he was instrumental in creating the Haliburton Forest’s Wolf Preserve where visitors can learn about this often feared animal and view them in their natural habitat.
Given R.D. Lawrence’s passion for the natural world it is fitting that R.D. Lawrence Place was created as a sustainable straw bale building. Visitors can tour the facility to learn about the concept of sustainable building while being introduced to the life works of R. D. Lawrence. The R. D. Lawrence Place has an objective of offering ”public education around strategies to improve the environment.” To this end they have joined the living planet community.
Canadian Weaver of Wool and Mohair Shawls Joins www.MadeInHaliburton.ca
Judith Chapman, a Canadian weaver who works in her lakeside studio in the Haliburton Highlands of Ontario, Canada, has just signed on as a contributor to www.MadeInHaliburton.ca. Judith who is a graduate of the OHS Weaving Certificate Course has been weaving and teaching for 32 years. Judith is first and foremost a garment weaver but, also enjoys creating woven runners, mats, blankets and bags.
She is an accomplished weaver who has shared her knowledge with others through publications such as Handwoven, Tablet Weavers Studies & Techniques and for Fibre Focus. Articles for these magazines have focused on woven wearables, double weave, seersucker lace and tablet weaving.
Judy is one of the founding members of the Haliburton Highlands Fall Studio Tour, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and displays her work with her husband Gary’s paintings at Mountain Lake Studios in the Haliburton Highlands. She is also a member of the Art Council~Haliburton Highlands and the Haliburton Highlands Weavers and Spinners.
Judith loves to weave with natural fibres because they are kind to our planet and remind us of a simpler life, and of our heritage. Judith states that “There is something very special about the creation of a hand woven textile”. She goes on to explain that “The process begins with inspiration often derived from nature. Through various stages of development a one-of-a kind fabric is created.” The product that is then produced with this fabric has an extremely long lifetime and can be cherished by the recipient for many years.
Mohair is one fibre that Judith particularly loves to utilize. It is one of the oldest textile fibres in use today and is one of the most durable. In addition, it is soft, luxurious, resilient and animal friendly all at the same time. It is in fact an environmentally friendly alternative to real fur. It is sheared from the Angora Goat, spun into a yarn, woven into a cotton backing and custom hand dyed for the most luxurious animal friendly furs available in today’s market. The hair of the Angora Goat has characteristics that are similar to wool except that it does not have the scales that can irritate the skin like wool can. It has smooth fibers, which give it luster, and shine and the luxury feel of cashmere, angora and silk. The hair won’t shrink and is easy to care for. Take a look at the selection of shawls available on a “buy-now” basis from www.MadeInHaliburton.ca.
Pinhole Photographer, Joe Smith, Joins WWW.MadeInHaliburton.ca
The Carousel by Joe Smith
Joe Smith, Canadian pinhole photographer, has just joined the more than 40 artists displaying their work in the new online gallery www.MadeInHaliburton.ca. Joe states that “My interest in photography began about the age of 10 when I received my first camera”. Joe frequently came into contact with photographers and photography during his career in advertising. He was attracted to the details that go into creating a photograph: composition, lighting and processing. In addition to the technical aspects Joe is interested in the history of photography and collects cameras. After retiring his interest turned, in addition to collecting cameras, to alternate methods of photography – methods such as Van Dykes, Salt Prints, Cyanotypes, Tintypes, stereo and pinhole.
The Glen by Joe Smith
Pinhole photography has a long history that is thought to go back to the Greeks. The word photography comes from the Greek and means painting with light. Pinhole photography is experiencing a rebirth and allowing artists to have a more ‘hands on’ approach to creating photographic images. The pinhole photographer often builds the camera itself, creating an element of control that gives it a unique twist. Joe says that “Once the basic concept of a pinhole is understood and you are able to create a workable camera, entire new worlds of possibilities are opened”. Joe enhances the images he takes through photoshop and then prints them on his ink jet printer with archival inks and paper. His show at the Rails End Gallery in 2009 helped the public to better understand this photographic technique. Take a look at his work to see the results.
Joe is a member of the Arts Council~Haliburton Highlands and a general supporter of the arts in the Haliburton Highlands Ontario Canada.
High Five for Arts Collective!
Five years ago a group of enthusiastic Haliburton County artists created the area’s first artists collective. With a unique setting based in an historic general store, The Art Hive Maple Lake Artisans Collective continues to create a buzz in the Highlands with “Hive Five”, a series of events planned to celebrate its fifth anniversary. The grand opening celebration takes place on June 30, featuring a collaborative art exhibit of past and present members, artist demonstrations, music, a community art project and much more.
Over 20 artists have participated in this innovative business model, honing their skills and talents which have resulted in numerous awards for The Art Hive and many of its members. In 2008 The Art Hive won best new business from the Haliburton County Chamber of Commerce. In 2010 the artist-run gallery collected the founder’s award from the Art’s Council, Haliburton Highlands.
This is the year to experience The Art Hive. Throughout the summer The Collective members will present a series of exhibitions around the five elements of water, fire, metal, earth and wood. This fall The Art Hive’s historic building will be a featured stop during the heritage tour “Doors Open”. Take a workshop, speak to a local artist and peruse an eclectic array of art and fine craft made solely in the Highlands.
The Art Hive is one of the partners in the creation of www.MadeInHaliburton.ca and we wish them well with their anniversary celebration and their future business pursuits.
Father’s Day Gift Ideas From www.MadeInHaliburton.ca — 100% Canadian Art
It is often very difficult to find the right item for that special man in your life on Father’s Day. www.MadeInHaliburton.ca has created a list of possible gifts for Dad and we will soon have downloadable gift cards available so that you Dad, or anyone else for that matter, can choose their own special gift. There are plenty of one-of-a-kind gift ideas .. so, why not take a look at the list.
There are gifts in all price ranges … this “Hole In One” wall hanging, by Larry Holden, would be great for the golfer in your family while this rain gourd, by John Proctor, would be wonderful for the man who love to make music. For those of you looking for a very special gift on a bigger budget how about the “Follow the Leader”, by Tracey Lee Green, metal and wood sculpture or picture of a vintage automobile, by Al Van Mil .. both great ideas for men of differing interests.
