Huntsville Art Society

My Email was HACKED so ignore last email addressed Hi or Hey etc and your name.

2011-07-19T10:33:00.000-07:00

Not a virus according to Norton.

And if we have not been in contact for some time, hope you are well otherwise!

Col

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Col Mitchell
Cedar Raven Fine Art Studio
1221 Cedar Lane

Bracebridge, ON P1L 1W9
Phone: 705-646-2978
Email: ravon247@sympatico.ca

Web site: http://www.colmitchell.com

Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/art.Col

Twitter: ColMitchellArt

Blog: http://www.colmitchell.blogspot.com

hello HAS

2011-07-17T21:17:00.000-07:00

hey HAS this has been the greatest experience of my life http://www.nbcbreakingnews.net/money/

G8 Familiarization Tour Exhibition at Mark O'Meara Club House

2010-02-11T09:07:00.001-08:00

A great display put on by the members of the Huntsville Art Society for the G8 Familiarization Tour weekend January 30th. Attending were writers from Italy, Germany, France, Japan, Russia and the UK, as well as members of the Summit Management Office. Photos shown here were during set up.

Thank you to Suzann Greenaway who was the Presentation Coordinator, and the following participating Artists: Patricia Nolan Astley, Lloyd Walton, Donna Buchan, Jenny Kirkpatrick, Tammy Gravina, Pat Whittle, Susan Higgins, Terry Gill, Janine Marson, and Col Mitchell.

Organizers were well pleased with the addition of the Exhibition and Muskoka Tourism graciously presented HAS with an honorarium of $200.

HAS responded with the following letter:

I received the cheque for $200 and wanted to thank you so much for this wonderful donation to the organization!

A heartfelt thank you on behalf of the participating artists goes out to all the organizers, Grandview management, and staff, who's warmth, friendliness, attention and consideration made everyone feel special. Many remarks by the artists conveyed clear enjoyment of the evening, appreciation for the inclusion and opportunity to greet, make welcome and connect with the gracious and genuine individuals from abroad.The food by itself was a delight; kudos to the kitchen and servers for impeccable and joyful presentation. It was such a lovely evening, and will be remembered with high regard.

We look forward to assisting or complimenting any similar future endeavours.

Warmest regards,

Col Mitchell

Canadian Landscape JURIED EXHIBITION call for submission

2010-02-05T14:50:00.001-08:00

For Immediate Release - For Your Members

Canadian Landscape JURIED EXHIBITION

July 27—September 11, 2010
Agnes Jamieson Gallery, Minden, Ontario

Jurors: Laurie Carmount, curator Agnes Jamieson Gallery
Virginia Eichhorn, director/curator Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Rhona Wenger, curator Grimsby Art Gallery

In an attempt to rejuvenate this genre, an essential part of Canadian culture, this exhibition takes a new approach to Canadian landscape art.
Divided into two categories, this exhibition explores traditional and non-traditional landscape art in the hopes of creating a connection
between the two as a natural evolution and to inspire a renewed interest.

For more information go to: www.mindenculturalcentre.com
(to the Agnes Jamieson Gallery page for the downloadable entry form located at the right hand side.)

Deadline for submissions is: 4:30pm on Friday, June 4, 2010

Laurie Carmount, curator

Agnes Jamieson Gallery

Box 648,

176 Bobcaygeon Road, Minden

Ontario K0M 2K0

www.mindenculturalcentre.com

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Muskoka Artist Calls

2010-02-05T14:42:00.001-08:00



	My sincere apologies if you have already received this email. It is being resent for those were unable to clearly view the first message. Call for Participants Monday, February 01 2010 - Monday, March 01 2010 Spark Box Studio Spring/Summer 2010 Residency Award Monday, February 01 2010 - Friday, February 26 2010 Theatre of the Woods Call for Submissions Tuesday, February 02 2010 Baysville Library Call for Artists Creative Paths Now - Thursday, April 08 2010 ACO Student Art Contest - Call for entry Open call Creative Paths call for arts speakers and mentors Please send your upcoming calls for entry and arts events to events@artsdirectoryofmuskoka.com Your Subscription: Change your subscription Unsubscribe Powered by Joobi

The Empire Strikes A Chord!

2009-11-04T09:00:00.001-08:00

The Empire Strikes A Chord! Nov 5th at 7:30 p.m.

Tremendous Thank Yous to the Arts Community for donating over 70 items. The Hall looks great and I hope many of you get a chance to pop buy, bid on item and/or simply enjoy the works, the show, and the generosity.

Special Thank Yous also go out to:

Huntsville Festival of the Arts for their assistance and support
North Art Supplies and Staff for their assistance with Silent Auction Co-ordination and donation processing
Mike McVittie of Tint-It Graphics for the donation of Silent Auction poster print work
Tammy Gravina for Silent Auction poster graphic design

Tickets $20: available through the Algonquin Theatre box office: 789-4975 or www.algonquintheatre.ca. Organizers of the event encourage those who can afford it to buy extra tickets to cover the cost of seats being set aside for the Empire residents, who will be guests for the evening.

HAS New Site UP

2009-10-28T20:28:00.000-07:00

Huntsville Art Society's new website is live!

http://www.huntsvilleartsociety.com/

The site is still under construction but take a look anyway!

And check out our new member blog site too!

www.hasartblogs.blogspot.com

Whodunit 2009

2009-09-15T11:13:00.001-07:00

Be part of the mystery!
The Ontario College of Art & Design is accepting donations of work for the OCAD Whodunit? Mystery Art Sale!

Submission deadline: October 16, 2009

In seven short years, the Whodunit? OCAD Mystery Art Sale, the Ontario College of Art & Design's signature fundraising event, has established itself as one of Toronto's most imaginative art events. The support of the art and design communities for Whodunit?, which raised more than $135,000 in 2008 to support our creative environment, has been simply outstanding.

Whodunit? will take place from November 18 to 21, 2009. The 5½" x 7½" works donated by OCAD students, faculty and alumni, as well as by other artists, designers and creative celebrities who support the university, will be exhibited for three days and then offered for sale on the final day, all at the same price of $75.

HOW YOU CAN HELP:

· Request an artist package and create two or more 5½” x 7½” pieces to donate to the sale.

· Encourage other artists and creative celebrities to donate art work.

THIS YEAR:

Three-dimensional pieces are welcome! Three-dimensional pieces should have a footprint no more than 5½" deep x 7½" wide x 8½" high (14 cm deep x 19 cm wide x 21 cm high). Acid-free cards, generously provided by Aboveground Art Supplies, are included in the artist package for you to use as a base or as a size-template for other base material.

Tax receipts! You will receive a $75 tax receipt for each piece of your work that is sold. Alternately, we are happy to provide a tax receipt for the full value of your work - please see the Submission Guidelines info sheet for further details.

Submissions can be (but are not limited to) any of the following:

Advertising
Industrial Design
Photography
Ceramic
Jewellery & Metalsmithing
Printmaking
Drawing
Metal
Prototypes
Environmental Design
Mock-ups
Sculpture
Graphic Design
Models & Maquettes
Textile & Fibre
Illustration
Painting
Wood

Request an artist package

For more information about this event, please contact whodunit@ocad.ca

Whodunit? can only succeed with your support!

Thank you for donating to the Ontario College of Art & Design.

OCAD
100 McCaul Street, Toronto
416-977-6000 http://www.ocad.ca/

FREE BLOG PAGE FOR MEMBERS

2009-09-06T12:49:00.001-07:00

The Huntsville Art Crowd is pleased to be able to offer the following new service to its members:

Free Blog Page for Members!

A blog is a web page which offers the choice of interacting with visitors. Our goal is to give every member their own identifying blog page linked to a new website for the Huntsville Art Society which will be unveiled during a gala party and press release.

We need just 3 things from each member:

1. Layout

Please choose your layout:

"Minima Black" -- example: http://terrygill.blogspot.com/

"Minima Lefty" -- example: http://testpage003.blogspot.com/

"Rounders 3" -- example: http://testpage002.blogspot.com/

2. ABOUT the Artist

Please email a bio or artist statement to info@huntsvilleartcrowd.com or hit reply to this email.

If you are not sure what to write simply google "artist bio" or "artist statement" and use other artist's writings as a guide to create your own.

3. Images

Send in 3-5 images

Here is what we will also include on your page:

Artist Name
Medium
Contact Information: Phone Number, Email, Location (town or city only unless specified otherwise)
Link to your website (if available)
Link to Huntsville art Society
Link to the Open Studio Blog
Muskoka A Designated Arts Community Badge
Huntsville Art Society Blogger Badge (similar to Huntsville Art Crowd blogger badge)
Copyright notice
Follower Gadget

We will then send you the web address (url) to your blog, the sign in information, and simple instructions on changing your password.

This blog site is then yours to keep, arrange or add to as you wish.

You may also use it to post your thoughts, activities or news, or to leave it simply as a contact page through the Huntsville Art Society website.

Two high school students will assist us over the summer in setting up the blogs, utilizing their required volunteer hours for graduation.

Benefits to a Blog:

Blogging is FREE
You have the all important web presence, allowing you to share your work with interested friends, family, artists or buyers no matter where they are in the world.
CONNECT with potential customers, colleagues, news media, art supporters
Share one’s expertise and knowledge with a larger audience
Creating a large vibrant blogging community and all the benefits that brings, can do nothing but add to the interest of the area internally as well as externally.
You can use your blog address on your business cards if you do not have a website.

See other member blogs at http://www.huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/

We hope you will find this new service beneficial and enjoyable.

Sincerely,

Col Mitchell 705-646-2978

www.cedarravenstudio.com

President, Huntsville Art Crowd

www.huntsvilleartcrowd.com

NAME THAT NEWSLETTER CONTEST

2009-09-04T17:55:00.000-07:00

Bye Bye HAC YAK -- Hello ?!?

With the upcoming name change to Huntsville Art Society, Huntsville Art Crowd’s final HAC YAK Newsletter Issue 14 RIP date is September 6, 2009.

The resulting void will be large.

A new newsletter is coming out for the new 2009-2010 year and it needs a new name!

Much more difficult to find something to rhyme with Society, so this may need to take a different direction entirely. (Maybe not so difficult!)

Exercise your creativity and you could win a $25 gift certificate generously donated by Muskoka Bear Wear Huntsville!

www.muskokabearwear.com

HOW?

Simply click on the comments section below and add your suggestion.

Be sure to include your email address so we can contact you!

ELIGIBILITY

Must be subscribed to the Huntsville Art Crowd Newsletter before the contest closing date.

RULES

Contest closing date is September 19 2009 at 6:00pm
Winner will be announced at the Annual General Meeting Sept 20, 2009
Decisions by organizers are final.
Please respect that this is an all ages website and any suggestions or comments the organizer deems improper will be deleted from the website.

Annual General Meeting

2009-09-04T17:54:00.000-07:00

coming soon

Elements in Art: Happy Endings

2009-05-05T12:43:00.000-07:00

Award Winners

Best in Show Members Choice:

Col Mitchell

Art Retreat at Solitaire Chalet, compliments of Terry Gill and Roberta Twaddle

plus the June Best Award plaque

Best in Show Peoples Choice:
Jennifer Pimental
North Art Supplies Gift Certificate

Best in Theme Overall:

Judge: Teri Souter

Col Mitchell

Tall Trees Gift Certificate

Best in theme Division:

Judges:

Pamela Steel (Metroland North Media)

David Harris (Huntsville Online)

Jennifer Pogue (HHS teacher: media and photogaphy)

Earth

Pam Carnochon

Zellers Gift Basket

Air

Catherine Luce

EG Hair Design Gift Certificate

Fire

Terry Gill

3 Guys & a Stove Gift Certificate

Water

Pat Whittle

Butcher’s Daughter Gift Basket

Best Booth

Pam Carnochan

Muskoka on the Rocks Gift Certificate

Eric Tenn's CD Sales

for Animal Shelter for Huntsville Charity: $100

Door Prize Winners

Marc DeGroote

Sally Brady
Mike Woodside
Donna Griffin Smith
Carolyn Reinhart
Stephanie Fisher
Danial McCoy

ELEMENTS IN ART

2009-04-06T17:29:00.001-07:00

Poster Designed by Jen Pimentel
Logo Design by Col Mitchell
Logo Winners
Earth Donna Buchan --Air Catherine Luce--Water Col Mitchell --Fire Terry Gill

DEADLINE EXTENDED for the Elements in Art Exhibition at the Algonquin Theatre

2009-03-12T18:46:00.001-07:00

Artists participating in our May themed show have an opportunity to preview some of their works for the ENTIRE month of APRIL at the Algonquin Theatre.

The cost is $10 per item on display. No minimum required.
Your work must fit the "elements" theme (click here pdf for details)

To speed up your entry please do the following:

1) send an image of each piece to ravon247@sympatico.ca

2) For each image include the following information:

--The element (earth, air, fire or water)
--Title
--Your Full Name (as you wish it to be shown on the label)
--Price
--Mediums
--Briefly comment on how your work communicates the theme you have chosen (for the purposes of display):

The Call for Entry forms show where to submit the application.

Or you can pick up/drop off at North Art

Or...
You can bring to the theatre the day of.

The drop off date to the theatre will be sent out soon.

Congratulations Theme Logo Winners!

2009-03-01T19:12:00.000-08:00

Elements in Art Theme Show Logo

Congratulations to
Earth Donna Buchan Air Catherine Luce
Water Col Mitchell Fire Terry Gill

The sites will remain up for a bit so everyone has a chance to check the outcomes.
Earth http://www.logoearth.blogspot.com/
Air http://logoair.blogspot.com/
Water http://logowater.blogspot.com/
Fire http://logofire.blogspot.com/

Seeking Student Artists

2009-03-01T14:43:00.000-08:00

Huntsville Art Crowd is once again seeking student artists. We very much welcome participation from youth artists, and our friendly group of experienced professionals is available to assist them in many ways, on their way to becoming professional artists in Muskoka and beyond.

In 2008, Huntsville High School art students, Taryn Reed and Brittany Cutter, received bursaries from the Huntsville Art Crowd in the amount of $300 and $200 respectively. Students who are interested in applying for bursaries should seek involvement with the Huntsville Art Crowd in any of the following ways:

Ø Become a member of the Huntsville Art Crowd: student memberships are only $10 per year and include opportunities for participation in Open Studio nights www.openstudiohuntsville.blogspot.com/, demos & workshops, and other Huntsville Art Crowd shows, events, and contests. See more membership benefits at http://tinyurl.com/a9oezh

Ø As a member, students can list a profile on our website with links to their own (art-related) blogs/websites. Examples at http://www.huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/

Ø Earn volunteer hours as a student volunteer with the Huntsville Art Crowd, by helping out with any of our many events throughout the year, or behind-the-scenes with planning and administration activities.

Ø Participate in our Algonquin Theatre exhibition in April by submitting theme-related artworks for display/sale. Student cost = $5 for each item exhibited. More info at http://tinyurl.com/b8opqu

Ø Participate in our spring and/or summer shows, by running a booth, individually, or as a team, at no cost. More info at http://tinyurl.com/b8opqu

Huntsville Art Crowd’s HHS Student Rep and Coordinator Bill Tinkler, can be reached for volunteer inquiries, student artist blog sites, and other general student inquiries, at tinklers002@hotmail.com

Huntsville Art Crowd Inc has also partnered with North Art Supplies and staff to better aid art students with the advice or help they may need in the show process. Call or drop by the store! Artists Donna, Janine and Naomi look forward to assisting with any student inquiries. Students also receive 10% off purchases. (Membership in HACI is not required for this discount.) North Art Supplies: 788-0726

The Huntsville Art Crowd is an incorporated not-for-profit arts club providing a venue which encourages creativity and ongoing learning through networking and collegiality, while providing opportunities for the promotion and growth of visual and functional arts in the community.

We welcome HHS Staff, student and parent inquiries. Call Colleen Mitchell at 705-646-2978 or email info@huntsvilleartcrowd.com

May 1st and 2nd Themed Art Show & Sale: Elements in Art Venue

2009-01-14T19:47:00.000-08:00

SNEAK A PEEK!

I popped by the Huntsville Curling Club today to grab a few shots of our Elements In Art venue.

They have done a pretty nice job with their renovations, very clean and bright.

So click on the clip to see the lovely large space we will have!

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And check back with our website to download the application form.

Or drop by North Art Supplies in Huntsville and pick one up.

Annual Theme Show: Elements In Art

2008-12-08T15:18:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to announce Elements In Art, our Premier Themed Art Show and Sale, which will be held at the Huntsville Curling Club, 6 Veteran's Way, Huntsville May 1st and 2nd.

There are two components to this show. The first being a curated section involving the theme, the second will be booth displays open to all members who meet entry requirements.

With your participation, we eagerly look forward to hosting this as a yearly event: Same time, same location, different theme!

The fun doesn't stop there! For each division, member hosted outings will explore a particular element in a wide range of mediums. Currently we are working on venues for each each theme to be exhibited prior to the show and sale. Stay tuned for dates of themed outings, exhibition dates and application forms!

Members will be notified by email and by phone for each outing.
You can also check back here for announcements.

The 2009 show theme will focus on the four elements: Earth, Water, Fire, and Air

Earth: Earth's structure or anything that grows up from the earth. Includes soil, rock, plants. Excludes animals

Air: Air power or presence, anything moved or affected by air. Includes clouds, storms. Excludes birds, airplanes (things that use air)

Fire: Nature related.

Water; Liquid or Solid. Includes: Rivers, Lakes, Puddles, Precipitation, Snow. Excludes: tears (emotions)

Applicants who wish to exhibit in the "Elements in Art" show must meet entry requirements:

1) A minimum of one piece must be entered for the themed section of this event.
2) The focal point of theme piece must be on topic.
3) Each entry must be the original work of the artist/applicant.
4) All themed work must be current 2008-2009

Have fun and stay connected throughout the year!

ACoM ArtShare Sessions

2008-11-12T07:00:00.000-08:00

Don't miss ACoM's ArtShare series of themed monthly gatherings for arts-minded individuals!

Thursday November 13, 2008

The Bio Doctor Is In

It's hard making a living in the arts. Make the most of your bio or artist statement at this one-evening workshop led by veteran journalist Tamsen Tillson

Date: Thursday November 13, 2008 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: Nipissing University, Bracebridge Campus

Fee: $10. Please book ahead. For more information or to reserve your spot, call (705) 645-5225 or email tamsen@artscouncilofmuskoka.com.

December 11, 2008
Christmas Reading Series, The Bookcase, Huntsville

January 9, 2009
Web Works: How to Promote Yourself Online Simply, Easily and for Free (or pretty dang close!) led by Col Mitchell, Venue TBA

Feb 12, 2009
Stay Safe at Work Workshop led by Chiropractor Nick Bianchi, Venue TBA

March 12, 2009
Artist Marketing Workshop led by Saundra Turnbull, Red Leaves, Rosseau

The Arts Council of Muskoka is a non-profit organization that anyone can join dedicated to enriching Muskoka through the arts. Check out our brochure for more information. The Arts Council of Muskoka gratefully acknowledges the assistance of our members and the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Elements In Art

2008-11-07T15:59:00.000-08:00

First Annual Themed Art Show & Sale
(Not the juried show. More on the juried show as it develops!)

We are pleased to announce Elements In Art, our premier themed art show and sale, which will be held at the Huntsville Curling Club, 6 Veteran's Way, Huntsville. (Date to be anounced).

There are two components to this show. The first being a curated section involving the theme, the second will be booth displays open to all members who meet entry requirements.

With your participation, we eagerly look forward to hosting this as a yearly event: Same time, same location, different theme!

The fun doesn't stop there! For each division, member hosted outings will explore a particular element in a wide range of mediums. Three to four weeks later the resulting works will be part of a feature exhibition at a supporting venue (to be announced).

Members will be notified by email and by phone for each outing.

You can also check out our BLOG at www.huntsvilleartcrowd.blogspot.com/
for details or announcements.

The 2009 show theme will focus on the four elements: Earth, Water, Fire, and Air.
Earth
Earth’s structure or anything that grows up from the earth. Includes soil, rock, plants. Excludes animals

Air
Air power or presence, anything moved or affected by air. Includes clouds, storms. Excludes birds, airplanes (things that use air)

Fire
Nature related.

Water
Liquid or Solid. Includes: Rivers, Lakes, Puddles, Precipitation, Snow. Excludes: tears (emotions)

Applicants who wish to exhibit in the
“Elements in Art” show must meet entry requirements:

1) A minimum of one piece must be entered for the themed section of this event.
2) The focal point of theme piece must be on topic.
3) Each entry must be the original work of the artist/applicant.
4) All themed work must be current 2008-2009

Have fun and stay connected
throughout the year!

WRITERS WANTED

2008-11-07T15:56:00.000-08:00

Dear members;

We are looking for articles of interest relating to art, written by or about our members and the art community in Huntsville, for publication on our website and for possible future publication in the press.

All members are welcome to contribute their submissions.

Possible areas of interest include: profiles of Muskoka artists and artisans (including yourself), hot topics in art, coverage of art events, art history and art theory, book reviews, ideas and opinions, or anything else that readers might find interesting.
Feel free to include photographs or graphic images with your submission.

You can submit your articles by email to the HAC Director of Marketing at: ninalaakso@ninalaaksodesigns.ca

Thank you,
Nina Laakso
Director of MarketingHuntsville Art Crowd

HOST A SOCIAL EVENT

2008-11-07T15:53:00.000-08:00

Dear Members;

We would like to provide you with the opportunity for networking and self-promotion, the sharing of ideas and opinions, and the forming of friendships and connections with other members of the group. We would also like to endeavor to foster your sense of community and belonging to a special group of artists and art lovers, by introducing you all to one another through social events and group gatherings held within the community.

To achieve these goals, we are inviting members to plan and host social “arty” events open to all members of the Huntsville Art Crowd. These informal gatherings could include: A “sketch crawl”, a “paint out”, an afternoon tea, a studio tour, a demonstration, an art show, a photography hike or canoe trip, a pot-luck, a scrap booking party, a group art initiative, a talk, a bead exchange, movie night, or any excuse you can think of to get together, be creative - anything goes!

We want you to enjoy the benefits of your membership in a group of dynamic artists for all it is worth, by knowing your colleagues face to face and benefiting from their friendship. Just come up with an event plan and submit it to Col Mitchell, President of HAC, at ravon247@sympatico.ca, and she will send out your invitation to all members of the group.

HOST A WORKSHOP

2008-11-07T15:51:00.000-08:00

The Huntsville Art Crowd is looking for artists and craftspeople to host workshops in their area of expertise, either in their homes, studios, or in public locations (to be determined). Workshops could include any artistic medium; photography, stained glass, sculpture, ceramics, papermaking, jewelry, wood work, glass work, etc…

Two types of workshops can be offered:

1. “Meet the artist” workshops: where a studio tour and demonstration are offered, but for practical reasons the students cannot try the art themselves.

2. “Hands on”: where the students have the opportunity to create their own piece of artwork, based on a demonstration and step by step instructions.

Workshops would be available to both members and to the general public, could be geared towards children, adults, or both, and would be advertised in the local media, with special invitations going out to HAC members via email.

No teaching qualifications are necessary, just a positive attitude and a good idea. Workshop hosts would be compensated for their expertise, time, and materials with a proportionate share of the fees collected by participants.

Please contact Nina Laakso,
Huntsville Art Crowd Director of Marketing
At 705-784-0500 or email her at ninalaakso@ninalaaksodesigns.ca with any questions, ideas, suggestions, or to apply with your workshop idea

Welcome NEW Artist Blogger!

2008-11-05T10:59:00.000-08:00

Welcome fellow Artist Blogger Susan Oling!

Click here to view her blog http://suespaintsandpics.blogspot.com/

View all fellow HAC Artist Blogs in right column under HAC Blog List

November is ART EVERY DAY MONTH

2008-10-31T19:50:00.000-07:00

Now doesn't that sound lovely? Art every day!
Well, I've stumbled upon a blogger who is doing just that. Art every day for a month starting November 1st.
Check out her blog and find out how YOU can join in this November's challenge!
http://www.creativeeveryday.com/creativeeveryday/art-every-day-month.html
She gives you a a little image to add to your blog too, as a participant.

Col

Welcome New Artist Blogger!

2008-10-29T14:44:00.001-07:00

Welcome fellow Artist Blogger Nina Laakso!

Click here to view her blog http://laaksoart.blogspot.com/

View all fellow HAC Artist Blogs in right column under HAC Blog List

Welcome New Artist Blogger!

2008-10-24T13:02:00.000-07:00

Gabrielle Andersen!!

Click here to view her blog http://gabandersen.blogspot.com/

View all fellow HAC Artist Blogs in right column under HAC Blog List

Welcome New Blogger!

2008-10-16T06:32:00.000-07:00

Huntsville Art Crowd would like to welcome our Newest Artist Blogger to our blog list.
Welcome Pat Hillcoat!

Click here to view her blog http://patperspective.blogspot.com/

View all fellow HAC Artist Blogs in right column under HAC Blog List

Workshops: Web Works

2008-10-14T13:56:00.000-07:00

Click on the image to enlarge.

(Fees include Open Studio Fee for members)

Membership Benefits 2008-2009

2008-10-01T21:16:00.000-07:00

Huntsville Art Crowd starts this year with a wonderful new group of executives. BE ALERT for special events and exciting additions to membership benefits!

We find ourselves with a renewed energy and interest with the voting of a new directorship this year, that has brought with it the introduction of a number of opportunities for our membership including:

The introduction of an interactive blog to our website, which all members are encouraged to join by creating a blog and submitting a link for promotion on our blog and website.
http://huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/2008/10/blog-post.html

The inclusion of a new annual juried show, to which all members are welcome to submit their works. (Not to be confused with the theme show)

The development of a series of shows based on a theme, open to all members for participation
http://huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/2008/11/elements-in-art.html

A venue to write articles of interest relating to art, written by or about our members and the art community in Huntsville, for publication on our website and for possible future publication in the press. http://huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/2008/11/writers-wanted.html

An invitation to members to host social events open to all members.
http://huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/2008/11/host-social-event.html

An invitation to members to host art workshops open to all members.
http://huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/2008/11/host-workshop.html

And the opportunity to improve our image and status as a group by participating in the vote for a name change and the new logo contest.

There are many other benefits to membership, including:

Fellowship of a large group of fun-loving, art-loving individuals willing to share their expertise.

Emails and website information with current postings of art events in Muskoka.
http://www.muskokaartevents.blogspot.com/

Opportunities to be represented on the HAC website by purchasing advertising space, providing links to your website and as our “Feature Artist.”
http://www.huntsvilleartcrowd.com/

Participation in paint-in/hobby sessions (afternoons and evenings) at Robinson’s Community
Centre ($4.00 a day for members) with demonstrations/educational sessions given by resident and visiting art enthusiasts. www.openstudiohuntsville.blogspot.com/

AND DISCOUNTS!

10% discount at North Art Supplies in Huntsville.
http://www.canpages.ca/page/ON/huntsville/north-art-supplies/1616719.html

10 % discount at Big Bead of Huntsville.
http://www.thebigbead.ca/

10% discount at Curry’s of Barrie on all non-sale items.
https://www.currys.com/

15% discount at Martins Muskoka's Fine Art Centre of Bracebridge.
http://www.canpages.ca/page/ON/bracebridge/martins-muskokas-fine-art-centre/2832401.html

20 % discount on custom framing orders at the The Framing Place & Gallery of Huntsville.
http://www.framingplace.net/_o_main.asp

We are an active and dynamic group of artists working together to support and promote the growth of our arts community. Our Aim is to develop a strong reputation and presence as artists in the Designated Arts Community of Muskoka. As an honored member, you are encouraged to come out and participate in the many events and activities that we plan and organize for your benefit, and we hope that you will volunteer to help make some of these events happen for yourself and your fellow members.

SNAP PARTY! You're Invited!

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Quick!! Grab your cameras, sketch pad, paint box, whatever you need to capture this season's inspiring show of colour! Meet Ellen Fox (photographer) and me (painter-mixed media) at Robinson's IG this Saturday at 1pm. Lets get out there and take advange of the weather channel's promise of improved weather!

Later, we'll put on a display of our results, whether it be a photo, painting, sculpture, jewelry or other.

Don't forget to bring some snack food, liquids, and warm outerwear. Layers are best!

See you at Robinson's!

Col Mitchell

Are you a NEW member?

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We just need a bit more information from you.

If you wish to mail a printable form please follow the instructions at our website:
http://www.huntsvilleartcrowd.com/huntsville-art-crowd-membership.html

OR

Along with your payment please copy and paste the following into your email program. Fill in the requested information and email to Roberta at j.r.twaddle@sympatico.ca

Mr or Mrs First and Last Name (Please indicate if STUDENT)

Mailing Address		Postal Code


Home Telephone	Business Telephone


Email address

Website

*Blog

Medium
			Yes	No
We provide a public membership list which includes your name, phone number, website or blog, and location (city only). If you do NOT wish to be included in this list please put an ‘X’ in the NO column.
As a member, would you be open to volunteer opportunities such as helping with a phone tree, show set up and tear down, delivering flyers, managing information booths or donation boxes at shows, assisting directors with show events, hosting a workshop, giving a demo, writing articles, or even a position on the board of directors?
Communication with members is primarily by email. If you are unable to receive email notifications or our newsletter please indicate this by placing an ‘X’ in the NO box. We will then refer your phone number to our Phone List.

Questions? Phone Roberta Twaddle 705-385-8720 or email j.r.twaddle@sympatico.ca Please drop your application into North Art Supplies in Huntsville or mail to Roberta Twaddle 150 Bridgedale Rd. RR2, Port Sydney, Ontario, P0B 1L0. Enclose a cheque for $40.00 per member or $10.00 per student payable to the “Huntsville Art Crowd”. Or NEW *PAY ONLINE at www.huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/

Huntsville Art Crowd Membership Application PG 2 of 2

*The Huntsville Art Crowd would like to promote you and your work with website presence in the form of a blog site!

If you do not already have a blog site please follow the instructions below:

We need just 3 things from each member sent to info@huntsvilleartcrowd.com :

1. Layout

Please choose your layout:

"Minima Black" -- example: http://terrygill.blogspot.com/

"Minima Lefty" -- example: http://testpage003.blogspot.com/

"Rounders 3" -- example: http://testpage002.blogspot.com/

2. ABOUT the Artist

Please email a bio or artist statement to info@huntsvilleartcrowd.com or hit reply to this email.

If you are not sure what to write simply google "artist bio" or "artist statement" and use other artist's writings as a guide to create your own.

3. Images

Send in 3-5 images

Here is what we will also include on your page:

Artist Name
Medium
Contact Information: Phone Number, Email, Location (town or city only unless specified otherwise)
Link to your website (if available)
Link to Huntsville art Society
Link to the Open Studio Blog
Muskoka A Designated Arts Community Badge
Huntsville Art Society Blogger Badge (similar to Huntsville Art Crowd blogger badge)
Copyright notice
Follower Gadget

We will then send you the web address (url) to your blog, the sign in information, and simple instructions on changing your password.

This blog site is then yours to keep, arrange or add to as you wish.

You may also use it to post your thoughts, activities or news, or to leave it simply as a contact page through the Huntsville Art Society website.

Two high school students will assist us over the summer in setting up the blogs, utilizing their required volunteer hours for graduation.

Benefits to a Blog:

Blogging is FREE
You have the all important web presence, allowing you to share your work with interested friends, family, artists or buyers no matter where they are in the world.
CONNECT with potential customers, colleagues, news media, art supporters
Share one’s expertise and knowledge with a larger audience
Creating a large vibrant blogging community and all the benefits that brings, can do nothing but add to the interest of the area internally as well as externally.
You can use your blog address on your business cards if you do not have a website.

See other member blogs at http://www.huntsville-artcrowd.blogspot.com/

We hope you will find this new service beneficial and enjoyable.