Plein Air Salon Concert Extra!
WELCOME to Active Arts Conferencing 2012
We are looking forward to another exciting summer of creative workshops and revitalizing garden concerts!
The workshop registration form can be found below calendar listings. Please review the terms and conditions before submitting your registration application. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact Susan Brown, Registrar:
Email: artistsgarden@gmail.com
Tel: (416) 487-0705
AGC WORKSHOP CALENDAR 2012
* all workshops are located in the Garden Studio at 345 Balliol St., Toronto
AGC 11TH ANNUAL LAUNCH PARTY - FREE
Tuesday, June 26, 4:30–7:30 pm
Music, food, and artists in the garden. Help us celebrate our 11th year of community arts and education programming.
@ 345 Balliol Street, Toronto
RSVP: 416 487 0705 or artistsgarden@gmail.com
CANADA DAY EVENT - FREE
Sunday, July 1, 11:30am–2:00 pm
Join us at MP Carolyn Bennett’s Canada Day Party in the Park. Enjoy fun for the whole family. Music, food, and we’ll be there giving away perennial plants. Come join us!
@ Bathurst St. & St. Clair Ave., Toronto
MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE - J03P - $55
Tuesday, July 3, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to the design concept of UNITY, through personal thematic collage. Bring images from magazines, photocopies, or printouts from the internet to start an experimental composition.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
PLANTS & PETALS: A BOTANICAL APPROACH TO DRAWING - J05P - $55
Thursday, July 5, 6:30–9:30 pm
Rita-Anne Piquet will introduce the basic structure of flowers and plants so you can create a pencil drawing. Work from live specimens and draw from a botanical perspective.
Artist/instructor: Rita-Anne Piquet
Materials: $10
INTRODUCTION TO MOSAICS - J08 - $95
Sunday, July 8, 10 am–4 pm
Make a beautiful mosaic mirror from an interesting plate while learning the basics of mosaic technique. Use plates provided or bring your own special ceramic plate if you wish to personalize your work.
Artist/instructor: Françoise Cockburn
Materials: $20
PART 1: MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS, GETTING STARTED - J10P - $55
Tuesday, July 10, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to this extremely successful technique. Joan will show you how to use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. To get started, bring the original photo and an 8”x10” black & white photocopy of it to the workshop.
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
PART 2: MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS – J12P – $55
Thursday, July 12, 6:30–9:30 pm
Finishing an original artwork. Use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. Complete your mixed media artwork using the 8”x10”black & white photocopy an original family photo.
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
PAINT WITHOUT A PLAN – J14 – $95
Saturday, July 14, 10 am–4 pm
Play with colour and abstract design, individually or in groups, using only acrylic paints and canvas. A great activity for cooperative arts experiences or introducing colour mixing and abstract design. For any age or experience level!
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $15
PART 1: PHOTO TRANSFERS – J16P – $55
Monday, July 16, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to various techniques for transferring photo images to canvas, tiles, and paper. Produce three different works with transferred images. Bring two 8 x10 in. colour photocopies of photos you want to transfer to canvas and one or two small black and white photocopies of your favourites or old family pictures.
Artist/instructor: Françoise Cockburn
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
PART 2: PHOTO TRANSERS – J17P – $55
Tuesday, July 17, 6:30–9:30 pm
Finishing the process. Complete unique pieces. Transferring photo images to canvas, tiles, and paper. Produce three different works with transferred images. Using two 8 x10 in. colour photocopies of photos you want to transfer to canvas and one or two small black and white photocopies of your favourites or old family pictures.
Artist/instructor: Françoise Cockburn
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS – J28 – $95
Saturday, July 28, 10 am–4 pm
Learn this extremely successful technique. Joan will show you how to use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. To get started, bring the original photo and an 8”x10” black & white photocopy of it to the workshop. Complete your artwork by the end of the workshop!
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials: $15
PERSONAL NARRATIVE AND DESIGN – J29 – $95
Sunday, July 29, 10 am–4 pm
Explore ways of developing personal imagery and symbols while learning design concepts. Work with colour, drawing and collage or sculpture techniques.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $15
MOUNTING WATERCOLOURS WITHOUT GLASS, FRAME, & MATTE – J31P – $55
Tuesday, July 31, 6:30–9:30 pm
John Nussbaum demonstrates how watercolours, acrylics, pastels etc. on paper can be finished free of glass, frame and matte, significantly reducing costs & enhancing appearance.
Artist/instructor: John Nussbaum
Demo ONLY MIXED
MEDIA COLLAGE – A02P – $55
Thursday, August 2, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to the design concept of UNITY, through personal thematic collage. Bring images from magazines, photocopies, or printouts from the internet to start an experimental composition. Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
GREEN ART! – A06P – $55
Monday, August 6, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to art-making with milk cartons. Learn how to create a variety of mixed media artworks. Explore and have fun!
Artist/instructor: Micheline Montgomery
Materials: $10
PLANTS AND PETALS: A BOTANICAL APPROACH TO DRAWING – A07P – $55
Tuesday, August 7, 6:30–9:30 pm
Rita-Anne Piquet will introduce the basic structure of flowers and plants so you can create a pencil drawing. Work from live specimens and draw from a botanical perspective.
Artist/instructor: Rita-Anne Piquet
Materials: $10
MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE – A09P – $55
Thursday, August 9, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to the design concept of UNITY, through personal thematic collage. Bring images from magazines, photocopies, or printouts from the internet to start an experimental composition.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
This is a unique opportunity to experience an historical photographic technique. During a practical demo session Horst will explain the chemistry and equipment for the tintype process, from start to finish, including portrait session, producing a unique keepsake image of each participant.
Artist/instructor: Horst Herget
Green Art! – A18 – $95
Saturday, August 18, 10 am–4 pm
Experience art making with milk cartons and create a variety of mixed media artworks. Explore and have fun!
Artist/instructor: Micheline Montgomery
Materials $10
MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS – A19 – $95
Sunday, August 19, 10 am–4 pm
Learn this extremely successful technique. Joan will show you how to use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. To get started, bring the original photo and an 8”x10”black & white photocopy of it to the workshop. Complete your artwork by the end of the workshop!
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials $15
PERSONAL NARRATIVE AND DESIGN – A21P – $55
Tuesday, August 21, 6:30–9:30 pm
Explore ways of developing personal imagery and symbols while learning design concepts. Work with colour, drawing and collage.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
MOUNTING WATERCOLOURS WITHOUT GLASS, FRAME, & MATTE – A23P – $55 Thursday, August 23, 6:30–9:30 pm
John Nussbaum demonstrates how watercolours, acrylics, pastels etc. on paper can be finished free of glass, frame and matte, significantly reducing costs & enhancing appearance.
Artist/instructor: John Nussbaum Demo
ONLY DIP INTO YOUR SOUL – A25 – $95 Saturday, August 25, 10 am–4 pm
This workshop combines meditation techniques, expressive painting and group discussion. Participants need their own acrylic painting supplies and a 30x40 in. canvas.
Artist/instructor: Marielle Teasdale
Materials: $10
DIP INTO YOUR SOUL – A26 – $95
Sunday, August 26, 10 am–4 pm
Workshop combines meditation techniques, expressive painting and group discussion. Participants need their own acrylic painting supplies and a 30x40 in. canvas.
Artist/instructor: Marielle Teasdale
Materials: $10
SYMBOLIC SELF-PORTRAIT AND SCULPTURE – A28P - $55
Tuesday, August 28, 6:30–9:30 pm
Working from personal symbols and original images learn how to construct a small sculptural macquette or model for a larger artwork.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $12
We are looking forward to another exciting summer of creative workshops and revitalizing garden concerts!
The workshop registration form can be found below calendar listings. Please review the terms and conditions before submitting your registration application. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact Susan Brown, Registrar:
Email: artistsgarden@gmail.com
Tel: (416) 487-0705
AGC WORKSHOP CALENDAR 2012
* all workshops are located in the Garden Studio at 345 Balliol St., Toronto
AGC 11TH ANNUAL LAUNCH PARTY - FREE
Tuesday, June 26, 4:30–7:30 pm
Music, food, and artists in the garden. Help us celebrate our 11th year of community arts and education programming.
@ 345 Balliol Street, Toronto
RSVP: 416 487 0705 or artistsgarden@gmail.com
CANADA DAY EVENT - FREE
Sunday, July 1, 11:30am–2:00 pm
Join us at MP Carolyn Bennett’s Canada Day Party in the Park. Enjoy fun for the whole family. Music, food, and we’ll be there giving away perennial plants. Come join us!
@ Bathurst St. & St. Clair Ave., Toronto
MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE - J03P - $55
Tuesday, July 3, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to the design concept of UNITY, through personal thematic collage. Bring images from magazines, photocopies, or printouts from the internet to start an experimental composition.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
PLANTS & PETALS: A BOTANICAL APPROACH TO DRAWING - J05P - $55
Thursday, July 5, 6:30–9:30 pm
Rita-Anne Piquet will introduce the basic structure of flowers and plants so you can create a pencil drawing. Work from live specimens and draw from a botanical perspective.
Artist/instructor: Rita-Anne Piquet
Materials: $10
INTRODUCTION TO MOSAICS - J08 - $95
Sunday, July 8, 10 am–4 pm
Make a beautiful mosaic mirror from an interesting plate while learning the basics of mosaic technique. Use plates provided or bring your own special ceramic plate if you wish to personalize your work.
Artist/instructor: Françoise Cockburn
Materials: $20
PART 1: MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS, GETTING STARTED - J10P - $55
Tuesday, July 10, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to this extremely successful technique. Joan will show you how to use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. To get started, bring the original photo and an 8”x10” black & white photocopy of it to the workshop.
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
PART 2: MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS – J12P – $55
Thursday, July 12, 6:30–9:30 pm
Finishing an original artwork. Use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. Complete your mixed media artwork using the 8”x10”black & white photocopy an original family photo.
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
PAINT WITHOUT A PLAN – J14 – $95
Saturday, July 14, 10 am–4 pm
Play with colour and abstract design, individually or in groups, using only acrylic paints and canvas. A great activity for cooperative arts experiences or introducing colour mixing and abstract design. For any age or experience level!
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $15
PART 1: PHOTO TRANSFERS – J16P – $55
Monday, July 16, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to various techniques for transferring photo images to canvas, tiles, and paper. Produce three different works with transferred images. Bring two 8 x10 in. colour photocopies of photos you want to transfer to canvas and one or two small black and white photocopies of your favourites or old family pictures.
Artist/instructor: Françoise Cockburn
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
PART 2: PHOTO TRANSERS – J17P – $55
Tuesday, July 17, 6:30–9:30 pm
Finishing the process. Complete unique pieces. Transferring photo images to canvas, tiles, and paper. Produce three different works with transferred images. Using two 8 x10 in. colour photocopies of photos you want to transfer to canvas and one or two small black and white photocopies of your favourites or old family pictures.
Artist/instructor: Françoise Cockburn
Materials: $15
Parts 1 & 2 - $95
MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS – J28 – $95
Saturday, July 28, 10 am–4 pm
Learn this extremely successful technique. Joan will show you how to use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. To get started, bring the original photo and an 8”x10” black & white photocopy of it to the workshop. Complete your artwork by the end of the workshop!
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials: $15
PERSONAL NARRATIVE AND DESIGN – J29 – $95
Sunday, July 29, 10 am–4 pm
Explore ways of developing personal imagery and symbols while learning design concepts. Work with colour, drawing and collage or sculpture techniques.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $15
MOUNTING WATERCOLOURS WITHOUT GLASS, FRAME, & MATTE – J31P – $55
Tuesday, July 31, 6:30–9:30 pm
John Nussbaum demonstrates how watercolours, acrylics, pastels etc. on paper can be finished free of glass, frame and matte, significantly reducing costs & enhancing appearance.
Artist/instructor: John Nussbaum
Demo ONLY MIXED
MEDIA COLLAGE – A02P – $55
Thursday, August 2, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to the design concept of UNITY, through personal thematic collage. Bring images from magazines, photocopies, or printouts from the internet to start an experimental composition. Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
GREEN ART! – A06P – $55
Monday, August 6, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to art-making with milk cartons. Learn how to create a variety of mixed media artworks. Explore and have fun!
Artist/instructor: Micheline Montgomery
Materials: $10
PLANTS AND PETALS: A BOTANICAL APPROACH TO DRAWING – A07P – $55
Tuesday, August 7, 6:30–9:30 pm
Rita-Anne Piquet will introduce the basic structure of flowers and plants so you can create a pencil drawing. Work from live specimens and draw from a botanical perspective.
Artist/instructor: Rita-Anne Piquet
Materials: $10
MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE – A09P – $55
Thursday, August 9, 6:30–9:30 pm
An introduction to the design concept of UNITY, through personal thematic collage. Bring images from magazines, photocopies, or printouts from the internet to start an experimental composition.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
TINTYPE PHOTOGRAPHY – A11 – $95
Saturday, August 11, 10:00am–4:30 pm
This is a unique opportunity to experience an historical photographic technique. During a practical demo session Horst will explain the chemistry and equipment for the tintype process, from start to finish, including portrait session, producing a unique keepsake image of each participant.
Artist/instructor: Horst Herget
Materials: $35
Green Art! – A18 – $95
Saturday, August 18, 10 am–4 pm
Experience art making with milk cartons and create a variety of mixed media artworks. Explore and have fun!
Artist/instructor: Micheline Montgomery
Materials $10
MIXED MEDIA PORTRAITS – A19 – $95
Sunday, August 19, 10 am–4 pm
Learn this extremely successful technique. Joan will show you how to use a photocopy of a favourite family photo to create an 8”x10” painting that will be a wonderful family momento. To get started, bring the original photo and an 8”x10”black & white photocopy of it to the workshop. Complete your artwork by the end of the workshop!
Artist/instructor: Joan McGivney
Materials $15
PERSONAL NARRATIVE AND DESIGN – A21P – $55
Tuesday, August 21, 6:30–9:30 pm
Explore ways of developing personal imagery and symbols while learning design concepts. Work with colour, drawing and collage.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $10
MOUNTING WATERCOLOURS WITHOUT GLASS, FRAME, & MATTE – A23P – $55 Thursday, August 23, 6:30–9:30 pm
John Nussbaum demonstrates how watercolours, acrylics, pastels etc. on paper can be finished free of glass, frame and matte, significantly reducing costs & enhancing appearance.
Artist/instructor: John Nussbaum Demo
ONLY DIP INTO YOUR SOUL – A25 – $95 Saturday, August 25, 10 am–4 pm
This workshop combines meditation techniques, expressive painting and group discussion. Participants need their own acrylic painting supplies and a 30x40 in. canvas.
Artist/instructor: Marielle Teasdale
Materials: $10
DIP INTO YOUR SOUL – A26 – $95
Sunday, August 26, 10 am–4 pm
Workshop combines meditation techniques, expressive painting and group discussion. Participants need their own acrylic painting supplies and a 30x40 in. canvas.
Artist/instructor: Marielle Teasdale
Materials: $10
SYMBOLIC SELF-PORTRAIT AND SCULPTURE – A28P - $55
Tuesday, August 28, 6:30–9:30 pm
Working from personal symbols and original images learn how to construct a small sculptural macquette or model for a larger artwork.
Artist/instructor: Susan L. Brown
Materials: $12
11th Annual Launch Party!
Our visitors enjoyed meeting the art workshop leaders, viewing the garden, tea house, and studio, hearing sample music performances. Many thanks to all who attended this year's Launch Party.
AGC Connections- Canada Day Event in Toronto
Plein Air Concert Dates 2012
I'm pleased to advise you of reserved concert dates with Plein Air Concerts.
As in years past, I've tried to combine performers who know our venue with some newcomers.
Enjoy a 'sampler' performance at our FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
Those who have indicated their availability for June 26 th are:
5:45 pm TBA
6:15 pm Debbie Fleming
6:45 pm Steve Raiken
7:15 pm Chris Hercules
PLEIN AIR CONCERTS
Located at: the garden and pavilion, 345 Balliol St., Toronto, M4S 1E1
Seats are $10. Season pass costs $75. (for 8 concerts).
Time: Wednesday evenings, July and August, from 7:30 – 9:00 pm.
RAIN OR SHINE
For reservations and season tickets contact:
Susan Brown, Project manager, 416 487 0705 artistsgarden@gmail.com
Summer Schedule, 2012:
Jazz
As in years past, I've tried to combine performers who know our venue with some newcomers.
Enjoy a 'sampler' performance at our FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
Launch Party,
Tuesday, June 26 th, 2012
from 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Those who have indicated their availability for June 26 th are:
5:45 pm TBA
6:15 pm Debbie Fleming
6:45 pm Steve Raiken
7:15 pm Chris Hercules
PLEIN AIR CONCERTS
Located at: the garden and pavilion, 345 Balliol St., Toronto, M4S 1E1
Seats are $10. Season pass costs $75. (for 8 concerts).
Time: Wednesday evenings, July and August, from 7:30 – 9:00 pm.
RAIN OR SHINE
For reservations and season tickets contact:
Susan Brown, Project manager, 416 487 0705 artistsgarden@gmail.com
Summer Schedule, 2012:
Wed. July 4 Karyn Ellis
Folk / Singer-Songwriter / Roots
Wed. July 11 Taffanel Wind Ensemble
Classical
Wed. July 18 Chris Hercules & The Sometimes Quintet Jazz & Spoken Word
Wed. July 25 Debbie Fleming
Jazz Standards to Songs of the ‘60s, Originals to Comedy
Wed. Aug. 1 Steve Raiken Folk
Wed. Aug. 8 Jon Davis and Matthew Tomlinson Indie, Roots, POP
Wed. Aug. 15 DARK STAGE - NO PERFORMANCE
Wed. Aug. 22 Kristin Lindell Folk/RootsWed. Aug. 29 Julie Mcgregor & Norman Amadio
Jazz
Performers' Proposal Form
Are you a musician and are interested in performing at the Plein Air garden concerts series? You are invited to become part of an exciting new summer concert series!
Special Features for Musicians
- cost effective promotion and marketing of you and your work
- free performance space in prime downtown location
- expert administration and registrar service
- internet presence through the Artists' Garden portal and home page
- professional development support
- intimate, smoke-free venue
- limited time commitment for maximum reward
Musicians or groups who are included in the garden concert program must be professional musician or music educators.
Proposal forms and music samples should be returned
(forms signed and complete) to:
Susan Brown
The Artists' Garden Cooperative
345 Balliol St.,
Toronto, ON M4S 1E1
OR fax forms to:
Susan Brown, Project Manager
The Artists' Garden Cooperative
(416) 487-2917
Click here to download the Performers' Proposal Form (PDF format)
Deadline for Musician Proposals: TBA.
Special Features for Musicians
- cost effective promotion and marketing of you and your work
- free performance space in prime downtown location
- expert administration and registrar service
- internet presence through the Artists' Garden portal and home page
- professional development support
- intimate, smoke-free venue
- limited time commitment for maximum reward
Musicians or groups who are included in the garden concert program must be professional musician or music educators.
Proposal forms and music samples should be returned
(forms signed and complete) to:
Susan Brown
The Artists' Garden Cooperative
345 Balliol St.,
Toronto, ON M4S 1E1
OR fax forms to:
Susan Brown, Project Manager
The Artists' Garden Cooperative
(416) 487-2917
Click here to download the Performers' Proposal Form (PDF format)
Deadline for Musician Proposals: TBA.
Workshop Registration Form
To ensure success, registration and fee must reach AGC no later than 5 days before the workshop date. Please register in person or by postal mail.
No registration is accepted at the time of a workshop.
Please copy the form below to a Word document and print out:
AGC REGISTRATION FORM ✍
Date ________________
Please Fill in Registration Information below
-then
Mail with Registration fee only*
(cheque or money order payable to:
The Committee for Visual Education)
to:
AGC Registrar,x
345 Balliol St. ,
Toronto, ON. , M4S 1E1
Registrant Name: _________________________________
Phone #_____________________
Address_________________________________________
Postal Code_________
Email __________________________________________
Workshop Selection(s)
Code____ Date_______Title_____________________________Reg. Fee $______
Code____Date_______Title_____________________________ Reg. Fee $______
= total registration $__________
I have read terms and conditions of registration at www.artistsgardencoop.com
Registrant signature _____________________________
( Parent/Guardian signature for youths between 14 – 18 yrs. Old )....
No registration is accepted at the time of a workshop.
Please copy the form below to a Word document and print out:
AGC REGISTRATION FORM ✍
Date ________________
Please Fill in Registration Information below
-then
Mail with Registration fee only*
(cheque or money order payable to:
The Committee for Visual Education)
to:
AGC Registrar,x
345 Balliol St. ,
Toronto, ON. , M4S 1E1
Registrant Name: _________________________________
Phone #_____________________
Address_________________________________________
Postal Code_________
Email __________________________________________
Workshop Selection(s)
Code____ Date_______Title_____________________________Reg. Fee $______
Code____Date_______Title_____________________________ Reg. Fee $______
= total registration $__________
I have read terms and conditions of registration at www.artistsgardencoop.com
Registrant signature _____________________________
( Parent/Guardian signature for youths between 14 – 18 yrs. Old )....
- *Material fee is paid directly to the Artist/Instructor during the workshop
- Do not include in registration payment.
- Please keep a copy for your own records.
- Groups of 4 or more students may arrange an alternate date/time for a workshop by contacting AGC Registrar: 416 487 0705
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