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SUMMARY:Turning Photographic Caterpillars into Butterflies - An Artist Talk by Craig Harris
DESCRIPTION:In this demonstration\, Craig Harris shows the transitions from original photo to final product.\nA photographic artist\, Craig focuses on visual impact via his love of colour. His medium moved from film to digital photography in 2007\, using Photoshop Elements\, Nic\, and Filter Forge to find artistic merit by embracing the ‘lossy’ quality of .jpg files. Visually exceptional results prove Photoshop Elements can turn caterpillars into butterflies. Working in architecture has taught Craig that constraints drive solutions through innovation and invention. \nThis talk occurred on July 28\, 2021. You can view a recording of the talk below:
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/caterpillars-into-butterflies/
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SUMMARY:What Makes a Great Photograph? - An Artist Talk by Delia McCrae
DESCRIPTION:Nature\, landscapes\, and the fascinating creatures that inhabit our planet are a primary source for Delia McCrae’s photography. \nIn this artist talk join her as she takes you on a journey to discover what makes a photograph appealing\, and above all\, memorable and meaningful for the viewer. She will discuss why she is drawn to some subject matter and how she approaches the subject to get the best picture possible. In addition\, the important steps along the way from the moment in time when the photograph is first recorded on the camera to when it becomes a beautiful print hanging on the wall will be discussed. \nPhotographs will include images from around Vancouver Island\, and photos from her travels in other parts of Canada and the world. \nDelia McCrae began taking pictures with a family brownie and polaroids\, the latest technology in the 60’s. Then her parents gave her an instamatic camera when she travelled from a small Alberta town to the Northwest Territories as a teenager. Later\, at Carleton University she learned darkroom skills and as Editor of a small-town newspaper in Northwestern Ontario\, she took and developed photographs for the paper. Following a satisfying career teaching languages in Alberta High Schools\, she engaged in academic pursuits\, became a PhD candidate at the University of Victoria and sought to further develop her artistic interests: music\, writing and photography. Delia has participated in local art shows and still enjoys the challenge and thrill of capturing small snippets of life in beautiful photographs. \nThis talk occurred on July 29\, 2021. You can view a recording of the talk below:
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/what-makes-a-great-photograph-an-artist-talk-by-delia-mccrae/
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SUMMARY:Living With Your New Art - An Artist Talk by Shannon Lee Rae
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations\, you’ve just invested in a beautiful original work of art from the Sooke Fine Arts Show! Now what? This talk will give you some important guidelines on how to care for your new art piece; where and where not to place it; and how to hang or mount it. Examples and practical recommendations will be shared\, and questions are encouraged. \nShannon Lee Rae has been a professional photographer for over 25 years\, beginning in fashion\, then entertainment\, then moving to corporate/commercial\, and now concentrating on fine art. She served as the curator of one of the largest corporate art collections for more than five years\, and brought her skills to the Sooke Fine Arts Show when she moved to Vancouver Island\, currently serving as the Lead of the Design Team\, which is responsible for the look and installation of the show each year (except this one – sadly). Shannon has also done freelance work in interior design\, home staging and art installation over the years. She is also a busy vocalist with three local bands\, and is opening a glamping/B&B business this summer on her property in Shirley\, BC. \nThis talk occurred on July 29\, 2021. You can view a recording of the talk below:
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/living-with-your-new-art/
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SUMMARY:Chicken Wire - A Sculptural Medium? - An Artist Talk by Sheena McCorquodale
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, multi-talented artist and sculptor Sheena McCorquodale will share all you need to know about working with chicken wire as a medium. From the basics (tools required\, safety precautions) through discussing how to work with its built in limitations and strengths\, Sheena will demonstrate construction using basic cylinder shapes\, musculature and skin\, how and when to use armature and how to add strength and rigidity to a piece. Building life and character into these forms and finally\, painting and mounting round out this fascinating talk. \nThis talk occurred on July 30\, 2021. You can view a recording of the talk below:
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/chicken-wire-a-sculptural-medium/
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SUMMARY:How Does Artwork Draw Us In?
DESCRIPTION:Artist Birgit Coath explores the question: What makes some 2D artwork feel as though your are lured into it? Gain an understanding of what creates depth and discover several tools to help achieve it. Whether you are an artist wanting to hone your skills or an art appreciator wanting to understand why a piece appeals to you\, this talk has something for everyone. \nEarly on\, Birgit learned to closely examine the world around her to interpret and ultimately express her version of its uniqueness\, resulting in paintings with a distinct sense that more of the story lurks just behind the canvas. She is an accomplished and multiple award-winning artist having earned the Signature Status with the Federation of Canadian Artists.\nShe has been honoured to receive coaching from world class artist\, Donna Zhang. Donna has helped develop Birgit’s unique style without compromising her innate regard for the “old masters”. Her work is technically sound\, exceptional and timeless. \nThis talk occurred on July 31\, 2021. You can view a recording of the talk below:
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/how-does-artwork-draw-us-in/
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SUMMARY:Abstract Painting in Acrylic - An Artist Talk by MaryLou Wakefield
DESCRIPTION:MaryLou Wakefield is an abstract expressionist painter working primarily in acrylic and ink enhanced by oil pastel and other media. She draws inspiration for her art from wild landscapes\, architectural forms\, design and letter forms. She creates work in layers applying colour over and under shapes and lines and one of a kind marks. Her work unfolds until a story is told. MaryLou is a member of the Victoria Print Society and Victoria Arts Council and is a board member of the Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts. She has exhibited numerous times in Victoria at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria\, Chapel Gallery\, and Victoria Arts Council and in New York at the Southampton Arts Centre. MaryLou lives in Victoria and works from her tiny garden shed studio. \nThis talk occurred on Aug 1\, 2021. You can view a recording of the talk below:
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/abstract-painting-in-acrylic/
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SUMMARY:En Plein Air Auction
DESCRIPTION:En Plein Air was a fundraising collaboration between the Sooke Arts Council (SAC) and the Sooke Fine Arts Society (SFAS)\, with generous sponsorship by the Sooke Region Tourism Association (SRTA). \n \nThe project saw 24 artists working “en plein air” throughout the Sooke region on August 1 & 2\, 2021\, bringing attention to the wealth of talented artists in our beautiful area and attracting tourists and residents alike to stop and enjoy the live creation of art. \nWorks were generously donated by the artists\, and displayed at the SAC Gallery (6595 Sooke Road) – between August 25 – Sept 5\, 2021\, while simultaneously auctioned via SFAS through 32Auctions online. \nThank you to all who participated!
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/en-plein-air-project/
LOCATION:Sooke Arts Council Gallery\, 6596 Sooke Rd #6\,\, BC\, Sooke\, BC\, V9Z 0A7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:2021 SFAS AGM
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Sooke Fine Arts Society Annual General Meeting will take place via Zoom and will include reports from the President and Executive Director about this year’s virtual show. Current SFAS members will also be able to vote to elect new board positions. Attendance is via registration. \nWhen: Oct 21\, 2021 –  6:30 PM PST via ZOOM \nREGISTRATION – Click here to register in advance for this meeting\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nJoin the Society – Become a Member!\nBecome a Sooke Fine Arts Society member and help us encourage and promote a greater understanding and appreciation for the arts in our community. Members are kept up-to-date of Society events throughout the year\, are entitled to vote at the Society’s Annual General Meeting held at the end of October\, and receive a 10% discount in the Gallery Gift Shop during the live Sooke Fine Arts Show. An annual membership in the Sooke Fine Arts Society is available for just $10\, valid through December 31st of each year.\n\nMEMBERSHIP – Click here to join the SFAS
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/2021-sfas-agm/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Street Signs Youth Art Fundraiser Auction
DESCRIPTION:On Artz4Youth day during the 2021 show\, with generous support of the CRD Arts Commission\, SFAS hosted a live art project for youth involving various styles of street art with the guidance of three artist mentors: Timothy Wilson Hoey and Shawn O’Keefe\, and award-winning Sooke youth artist\, Axel Tutton. \nA few of the works created by the mentors will be auctioned online as a fundraiser for next year’s event from November 18 – 23\, 2021. \nTo view the artworks for auction – click here.
URL:https://sookefinearts.com/event/street-signs-youth-art-fundraiser-auction/
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