"Beautiful Losers" is a documentary by Aaron Rose that celebrates the independent spirit of D.I.Y. (do-it-yourself) culture in the art world. The film details how a group of like-minded American artists emerged from the underground in the early 1990s to have an enormous impact on the worlds of fashion, film, art, music, and pop culture in general.
Screening will be the evening of Thursday November 17th @ the Broadway Theatre.
Beautiful Losers film trailer from beautifullosersfilm on Vimeo.
For more info about Design Week in Saskatoon please check out the Design Council's website here.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Winter Wonders Artisan Profile - Paula Cooley
Make sure you don't miss the gorgeous pottery of Paula Cooley at the Winter Wonders Handmade Market!
Paula Cooley is a full-time ceramics artist living in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She has degree in ceramics from SIAST and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from the University of Saskatchewan and has been been a practicing potter since 1999.
Paula works with wheel-throwing, hand-building, and various glazing and firing techniques, ranging from raku to wood firing. Her artistic practice, which takes inspiration from the natural world, includes functional and sculptural work, both of which influence and inform each other.
To see more of Paula’s work please visit her website,www.paulacooley.com.
Paula Cooley is a full-time ceramics artist living in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She has degree in ceramics from SIAST and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from the University of Saskatchewan and has been been a practicing potter since 1999.
Paula works with wheel-throwing, hand-building, and various glazing and firing techniques, ranging from raku to wood firing. Her artistic practice, which takes inspiration from the natural world, includes functional and sculptural work, both of which influence and inform each other.
To see more of Paula’s work please visit her website,www.paulacooley.com.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Winter Wonders Artisan Profile - Who New Creations
Another wonderful returning artisan is Allison Brandt of Who New Creations.
Sewing has been a creative outlet for Allison Brandt since 2004. She recycles and transforms all types of fabrics into one-of-a-kind, wearable and usable pieces of art. Doorway puppet theatres and new wall hangings are Allison’s specialty. The natural environment where she works and lives and her two young and very imaginative boys give great inspiration for all her work.
Who New Creations has been seen in festivals, sales and stores throughout the prairie provinces. You can also see items on Who New Creation’s Facebook Page www.facebook.com/allison.whonewcreations and www.whonewcreations.etsy.com
Winter Wonders Artisan Profile - Adrienne Gradauer and Zach Quin
Flock and gather are super excited to introduce Adrienne Gradauer and Zach Quin who work out of their small studio in their 1914 home in Maple Creek Saskatchewan.
Adrienne completed her BFA in Ceramics in 1998 at the Alberta College of Art & Design in Calgary. Zach studied jewellery, sculpture and glass at the ACAD & only took an elective in ceramics. It wasn't until after their time at ACAD that Adrienne introduced Zach to the wheel. Together they make tableware and other functional pots from porcelain and stoneware. Adrienne tends to focus on traditional forms in stoneware, she has worked for several production potters and has spent time in Japan researching traditional Japanese pottery.Zach tends to focuses on simple porcelain forms with graphic images.
www.smilingcowstudio.com
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Winter Wonders Artisan Profile - Chelly Rae
Another returning artisan is the lovable Chelly Rae!
Chelly Rae is.......
Chelly Rae is.......
Ultra Cute Unique creations by Chelsea Collins.
Creepy cute Zombie dolls, Felt brooches and pins,
Colorful Garlands, Owls, and other stuffed creatures,
and many other unique items.
I create what I love, and I love what I create!
Winter Wonders Artisan Profile - Sophis Grace Aprons
Another new and exciting introduction to the flock & gather community is Sophia Grace Aprons.
In her words:
"My story began in December 2010 when I wanted to give my sisters and friends something more original and thoughtful for Christmas. I set out to make them something unique, something that would represent what mattered to us and that they would be able to keep for years. I found my inspiration in what I love the most, spending time laughing with friends and family along with a great meal. After handcrafting an apron for myself in vintage and retro patterns I soon discovered that everyone wanted one for themselves. They loved the colorful designs and putting one on just feels sassy and fun. True to my inspiration of family get togethers I named the aprons after my grandmothers’ “Sophia” and “Grace”. Starting with just a few aprons in my home in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Sophia Grace is starting its first year. I am excited to watch it become a heirloom for women and families all over. At the heart of the brand is the rule, “promise yourself to enjoy life’s little pleasures”. It’s in these special moments that I find my inspiration. Sophia Grace is about feeling fun, flirty and fabulous. It will forever invite laughter and the gathering of friends through its playful designs, inspirational quotes, passionate commitment and proud Canadian craftsmanship."
www.sophiagrace.ca
In her words:
"My story began in December 2010 when I wanted to give my sisters and friends something more original and thoughtful for Christmas. I set out to make them something unique, something that would represent what mattered to us and that they would be able to keep for years. I found my inspiration in what I love the most, spending time laughing with friends and family along with a great meal. After handcrafting an apron for myself in vintage and retro patterns I soon discovered that everyone wanted one for themselves. They loved the colorful designs and putting one on just feels sassy and fun. True to my inspiration of family get togethers I named the aprons after my grandmothers’ “Sophia” and “Grace”. Starting with just a few aprons in my home in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Sophia Grace is starting its first year. I am excited to watch it become a heirloom for women and families all over. At the heart of the brand is the rule, “promise yourself to enjoy life’s little pleasures”. It’s in these special moments that I find my inspiration. Sophia Grace is about feeling fun, flirty and fabulous. It will forever invite laughter and the gathering of friends through its playful designs, inspirational quotes, passionate commitment and proud Canadian craftsmanship."
www.sophiagrace.ca
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Winter Wonders Artisan Profile: Jessica Wynne Designs
flock & gather is pleased to say that Jessica Wynne Designs will be joining us once more for our Winter Wonders Handmade Market. Some of you might remember her from our market earlier in the year.
Jessica is a massage therapist by trade but loves to spend her free time making jewellery or practicing photography. Her jewellery is made from mixed metals, primarily copper but also brass and silver. She also does some work with feathers. To see more of her work, please visit her Etsy site at www.etsy.com/shop/jessicawynnedesigns or Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jessica-Wynne-Designs/206046139406340
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