MADE IN CANADA : Calgary Artist's Market

Holiday Edition of the Calgary Artist's Market!

2009-10-09T07:10:00.000-07:00

December 19th and 20th
10:30 am - 4:30 pm

Arrata Opera Centre
1315 7 Street SW

Free admission
Cash Only

Box Social is pleased to bring you the Holiday Edition of the
Calgary Artist's Market!

This time around we have moved the event to
the beautiful Arrata Opera Centre that is house in a
beautiful church just off of 17th Avenue in Calgary's Beltline area.

If you would like to participate as an artist/vendor
please contact us at:
boxsocial.catherine@gmail.com
boxsocial.mariko@gmail.com

2009-09-27T07:37:00.000-07:00

A huge thanks to all of those who participated, attended, cheered on the return of the Calgary Artist's Market! For all intent and purposes it was a successful revival that was noted by all of our viewing audience.

For those of you who couldn't make it, these were the artists you missed!

Deborah McCance
Amber Hebert
Laura Sharp
Christine Norman
Joanna Brown
Jodi Sales
Nicole Rehill
Rivet Kitchen
Tara Griffiths
Donna Rapp
Amy Victoria Wakefield
Joey Stewart Kingwall
Aura Carney

For those of you who would like to attend the next Calgary Artist's Market, the next dates fall on December 19 and 20th...Only this time, the event will be held at the Arrata Opera Center in Calgary's Beltline area. Hope to see you all there!

Calgary Artist's Market Application Form!

2009-08-04T13:37:00.000-07:00

Calgary Artist's Market

Box Social Application Form

Form Submission Deadline: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Notification Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Due to an overwhelming amount of artist interest, we at Box Social have put together an Application Form for those who would like to sell their work and wares at the upcoming Calgary Artist's Market. As there are a limited number of tables available to us, we feel that the form will help us jury for the handmade quality, craftsmanship and reliability of product/objects that Box Social itself strives to represent.The table fee will remain unchanged from the previous market fee of $100 which is payable upon artist notification in late August.

Please note that this jury process will be repeated for each Calgary Artist's Market event and does not guarantee ongoing participation..better to be fair and square.

Fall Market Date:

September 19, 2009

Carpenter's Union Hall in Kensington

10:00am - 4:30pm

More information can be found at the

Calgary's Artist Market' Blog Page as the date draws nearer!

Please do Email us for an Application Form and return it to us by email by the date mentioned above !

Thanks,

Mariko & Catherine

The Artist's Market Returns!

2009-05-24T18:53:00.000-07:00

Art Markets may come and go but there are some that are sorely missed...

Box Social, a small but spunky, Calgary based web store, would like to revive the most successful Made in Canada - Artist's Market. Once organized and run by Kari Woo, we are assuming her duties so that Calgary's local art scene may continue to thrive.

For more details about the market, please check back at this blog. For more details about us, check out or website: Boxsocial.ca

Whether you would like to participate as an artist or continue your support as a consumer we would also like you to share your thoughts! We have put together a little survey that we'd love for you to take the time to fill out over your next coffee date with your computer..

Of course, you may direct any questions to Mariko or Catherine

Thank you so much and we look forward to hearing from you!

Box Social

Announcement

2009-01-27T11:26:00.000-08:00

We get inquiries often from artists looking for new opportunities to show and sell their work even though the market hasn't been operating for over a year now!!! Here is the latest news on the local wire - it's about an online opp to get your work out there...

"Coming soon to artists in Western Canada!

Based in Calgary with eyes on the rest of the world, Box Social is a webstore currently being developed to represent the artistic talents and handmade wares of Western Canada (BC to Manitoba).

We are expecting to launch in mid-late February 2009 but are accepting submissions as we speak.

Please contact Mariko at boxsocial.mariko@gmail.com

or Catherine at boxsocial.catherine@gmail.com for all the Nitty Gritty Details."

Moving On ...

2009-01-12T15:53:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all of you for your support and enthusiasm for Calgary's growing artistic community! By supporting local crafters & artists you are investing in the cultural diversity and sustainability of this community. Long live art and the handmade!

The Calgary Artist's Market was a short-lived success of an event, but unfortunately I have not been able to continue with the endeavor of planning and organizing this event due to other professional obligations. However, there are other venues in the region that may be able to offer you what you are looking for whether you are a crafter, artist or an arts & crafts advocate. If you know of any others not listed below, please let me know and I will post them!

Check out:

Portobello West Calgary
Royal Bison Craft & Art Fair, Edmonton
Calyx Distinctive Arts Show
Stop & Shop, Edmonton

Final Market of 2007!

2007-12-07T02:34:00.000-08:00

Please join us once again and experience the works of our local creative culture!

Ceramics
Aura Carney | Narrative Illustration on Clay
Jolene Smith | Functional & Sculptural Forms

Fashion & Accessories
Alexandra Hunt | Fashion Forward Art Jewellery
Amber Leigh | Contemporary Clothing
Dana Martin | Warm Fuzzy Scarves
Denly Smyth |Buttons, Bags & Hipster Garments
Kristi Woo | Urban Accessories for the Pedestrian
Natalie Gerber | Handbags for a Sustainable Economy

Interior Objects
Paige Smith | Vintage Jewellery Holders
Peter Freeman | Sculptural Lights

Painting & Print
Forestry Service | Print Phenomenon
Lucie Bause | Unexpected Interpretations

STAY WARM

2007-11-07T21:47:00.001-08:00

Enjoy a complementary hot chocolate and cupcakes on your next market tour! Come early for the cupcakes - there's a limited supply!

NOVEMBER Market is Full!

2007-11-07T18:23:00.002-08:00

25 artists will deck the hall this month showcasing a diverse collection of globally inspired, locally made works. Find these artists at the November 17th market:

Ceramics
Aura Carney | Narrative Illustration on Clay
Jolene Smith | Functional & Sculptural Forms

Fashion & Accessories
Amber Leigh | Contemporary Clothing
Corissa O'Donnell | Glass Cufflinks, Cozy Hats, Dolls & More
Denly Smyth |Buttons, Bags & Hipster Garments
Kristi Woo | Urban Accessories for the Pedestrian
Liz Collins | Recycled Vintage Accessories
Natalie Gerber | Handbags for a Sustainable Economy

Interior Objects
Nic Reiss | Screenprinted Apparel & Bedding
Paige Smith | Vintage Jewellery Holders
Tania Stenbeck | Celtic Knotwork Wooden Boxes

Jewellery & Glass
Chelsey & Matt | Illustration Under Glass
Elisabeth Baechelin | Archaic & Contemporary at Once
Gillian Hillerud | Simple Geometric Design
Jamie Hughes | Romantic & Inspired
Jennea & Jackie | Collaborative Mixed Media Jewellery Design
Kim Johansen | Tradition meets Modern
Rivet Kitchen | Fabulously Fun Jewellery
Selena Bodoc | Beaded Mosaics

Mixed Media
Colleen Rauscher | Architectural Polaroid Transfers
Peter Freeman | Sculptural Objects
Serena Wells | Sock Monkeys & Misfits
Stacey Watson | Etchings, Fabric Books & General Genius

Paintings & Cards
Tammy Fischer| Colorful Variations

OCTOBER Artists

2007-10-18T14:40:00.000-07:00

Find returning artists and new ones highlighted in red! It's a small but stellar group this month!

Ceramics
Aura Carney | Narrative Illustration on Clay

Jewellery & Glass
Chelsey & Matt | Graphic Design Under Glass
Jennea & Jackie | Collaborative Mixed Media Jewellery Design
Rivet Kitchen | Fabulously Fun Jewellery
Rob McPhee | Silver Chain Links & Glass Vessels

Paintings & Cards
Rose and Nacera | Dreamlike Imagery for Charity!

Mixed Media
Colleen Rauscher | Architectural Polaroid Transfers
Serena Wells | Monkeys, Books & More
Peter Freeman | Sculptural Objects

After OCT 20th there are only 2 markets left!

2007-10-18T14:34:00.000-07:00

MADE IN CANADA will present the creative activity of many talented artists only twice more before 2007 is up! Don't let your support for local artists expire! Visit us on November 17 & December 15. If we've got to indulge in the consumerism of the season, why not indulge in absolultely child-labor free, indigenous products!

SEPTEMBER ARTISTS

2007-09-20T12:33:00.000-07:00

New artists this month are marked in red ink :)

Ceramics
Aura Carney | Narrative Illustration on Clay
Jolene Smith | Functional Forms + Handmade Books!

Jewellery
Gillian Hillerud | Simple Geometric Design
Janet Stein | Classic Contemporary

Textiles
Dana Martin | Handwoven Scarves + Accessories
Denly Smyth | Buttons, Bags & Hipster Garments
Irene Rasetti | The Ultimate Clutch
Janine Vangool | (TEXT)iles = Handmade Journals + Accessories
Kristi Woo | Urban Accessories for the Pedestrian
Natalie Gerber | Handbags for a Sustainable Economy
Serena Wells | Monkeys, Books & More

Painting
Tammy Fischer | Colorful Variations

Mixed Media
Colleen Rauscher | Architectural Polaroid Transfers
Jeff Wilkins | Abstract Metal Illustrations

Media Attention!

2007-09-20T12:23:00.000-07:00

Check out page thirteen of this month's WESTERN LIVING magazine
in the Westerly Section! The word is spreading :) Images are of Aura
Carney's lovely and lyrical ceramicwares! Thanks to writer, Malwina Gudowska,
for the good words and continued support!

September Market DATE CHANGE!!!

2007-09-10T13:04:00.001-07:00

Dear Artists, Patrons & Supporters,

Please note that due to a scheduling conflict with our venue,
that the September 15 market has been moved to Sept 22!
Please spread the word!

August Market Cancellation

2007-09-10T12:58:00.000-07:00

Due to low registration we had to cancel the August Market.
Apologies to those who may have come down to visit us and also
for slow updates on this blogpage. The planning, public relations,
and everything administrative is a one-woman/all-volunteer show
here behind the scenes! Please do keep checking in here for news ...

JULY 21 Market!

2007-07-19T20:41:00.000-07:00

At this month's market you will find NEW ARTISTS that have joined us :

Aura May Carney | Delicately Contoured Ceramics
Jackie & Jennea | Collaborative Mixed Media Jewellery Design
Rivet Kitchen | Fabulously Fun Jewellery
Tracy Murray | Leather Accessories and More
Serena Wells | Handmade Books and Stuffed Animals
Shane Haltman | Handpainted Hats

and those that you met last month :

Amber Leigh | Original Clothing Designs for Women
Arlene Westen | Layered Paper Images
Colleen Rauscher | Polaroid Transfers
Gillian Hillerud | Simple Geometrics in Jewellery
Johanna Hayes | Floral & Decorative Gems
Leslie Delanty | Handbags
Naomi Yamamoto | Leather Goods

Hot Links

2007-06-19T12:07:00.000-07:00

Please scroll down to see our updated list of artists
and notice the additions in bold print and also
that some of our artists have websites or images
that you can link to by clicking on their name!

FFWD Article : Get crafty Calgary!

2007-06-15T16:29:00.000-07:00

On page 43 of this week's FFWD Weekly there
is an article by Nicole Burisch, local critical thinker
and arts writer, about the revival of craft! She outlines
many crafty events - from academic to indie; from
the gallery setting to the street - that are happening
concurrently throughout the city. Give it a read and
note the mention of our show, Made in Canada, and
also the box at the bottom of the page that lists a
number of excellent on-line crafty resources including
this blogpage! Please help spread the word and pass
this link on!

CONFIRMED ARTISTS for June 23

2007-06-13T23:58:00.000-07:00

Find these artists listed below with their
original works on our opening day! There
are sure to be more added to the list
so keep checking back!

Art Jewellery
Colleen Cyca | Wire & Bead Designs
Gillian Hillerud | Simple Geometrics
Janet Stein | Classic Contemporary Design
Johanna Hayes | Floral & Decorative Gems
Kim Johanson | Nouveau Inspired Designs
Shona Rae | Metal Inspired by Myth

Ceramics
Mary Swain | Sculptural
Susan Greenbank | Functional & Sculptural

Fashion
Amber Leigh | Original Designs for Women
Kristi Woo | Interchangeable Clothing and Accessories
Leslie Delanty | Handbags
Liz Collins - DIY Inspired Clothing and Accessories
Naomi Yamamoto | Leather Accessories
Nic Reiss | Print on Cloth

Mixed Media
Arlene Westen | Layered Paper Images
Colleen Rauscher | Polaroid Transfers
Jeff Wilkins | Abstract Metal Illustrations
Leah Newman | Texture on Canvas
Lisa Brawn | Artista Extroidinaire with Woodcuts

Music
DJ Sunnyside will be soaking us with his
ambient global flavor in music
especially for our Opening Day!

Debut

2007-06-13T22:55:00.000-07:00

Set to launch on June 23, 2007, the Calgary
Artist's Market presents up to 25 artists,
designers and craftspeople from assorted
disciplines who create products and objects
made in Canada with their very own hands!
The public is welcome to visit this event
every third Saturday of each month.

Admission is free but the good art is not!
This project is fuelled by the need for innovative
and collaborative spaces in Calgary for emerging
and established contemporary makers to showcase
their work in, as observed by founder, Kari Woo.

Kudos

2007-06-13T22:32:00.000-07:00

Special Thanks should go out to Kimberly Weiting
of Gritt Media for her design of the Calgary Artist's
Market logo and postcard! As a note of credit -
she also does the design work for koi cafe & lounge
on 1st Street S.W. If you haven't been to this spot
it needs to be on your list! They serve organic coffee,
beer & wine and have a great selection of healthy
yummy food that is vegetarian friendly,but not
exclusive to us omnivores. Of course, they are
great supporters of good design as well as you will see
when you visit!

Another special thanks goes out to Naomi Yamamoto
for the great and longstanding creative dialogue that
has been a big part of this project's inspiration.