by Carole Epp | Jan 12, 2015 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Ceramics Thematic Residency
Program dates: April 27, 2015 – May 22, 2015
Application deadline: January 28, 2015
Wood……pots..….ideas……bricks.……fire……collaboration.…..inspiration….mountains…..
As technological changes have gradually infiltrated most aspects of
modern life, both for benefit and detriment, some things remain robustly
human and process-based and fast-tracking is counter-productive. In the
world of ceramics, already a very time-centric occupation, wood firing
remains a bastion of thoughtful, concentrated, measured activity. Go
too quickly in any part of the journey and the results will underwhelm.
Focusing too much on outcome without proper attention to process can
lead to disappointment, if not disaster. Deep learning and satisfaction
are just two of the results of such engagement – not to mention the
comradery, collaborative spirit and decision making which fuel it.
This residency is an opportunity to work alongside other wood and
soda fire enthusiasts; to create, share ideas, techniques and
inspirations, and in turn, be inspired by the stunning surroundings of
the Rocky Mountains which we will take time to discover and explore. We
will fire The Banff Centre’s venerable Noborigama kiln –
designed and built three decades ago -around which a host of memorable
conversations, art work, challenges and celebrations have emerged and
occurred.
The residency is best suited to emerging and established artists with
wood and/or soda firing experience who want to push their work in new
creative directions.
Program structure and benefits:
- Shared studio with 24-hour access
- A community of artists working together
- Studio visit with faculty
- Public lectures by faculty, visiting artists, and guests
- Technical assistance for wood and salt kiln usage
- Access to The Banff Centre Paul D. Fleck Library and Archives
- Plus membership at the Sally Borden Fitness and Recreation Centre
- Artist rates for Banff Centre events
http://www.banffcentre.ca/programs/program.aspx?id=1556
by Carole Epp | Nov 6, 2014 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Temporary Part-Time (1/2 of Full Time)
Department/Program: FINE ARTS
Subject Area:
FINA 2111 – Ceramic Surface and Decoration
FINA 1111 – Foundation Ceramics
Description of Position:
The
applicant should have an MFA with a major in studio ceramics. The
Surface and Decoration course (FINA 2111) incorporates the use of a wide
range of drawing, painting and printmaking surface treatments and how
they relate to 3-D form in clay. The applicant should have a working
knowledge of slips, transfer printing, underglazes/overglazes and
maiolica painting techniques and glazes at cone 04. Teaching foundation
level ceramics (FINA 1111) requires experience with various handbuilding
techniques and knowledge of wheel throwing as well as a technical
understanding of glaze composition/making and loading and firing kilns.
The applicant should be able to discuss with students historical and
critical ways of thinking about ceramics as it relates to contemporary
issues.
Required Qualifications: Master’s degree, demonstrated post-secondary teaching ability
Length of appointment: December 1, 2014 – April 30, 2015
Start Date: December 1, 2014
Salary Range: Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.
Employee Group: LFA
Application Information: To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume.
Deadline: November 7, 2014
Langara College
100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC
Canada V5Y 2Z6
Apply here.
by Carole Epp | Aug 27, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Gardiner Museum presents the 4th Annual RBC Emerging Artist People’s Choice Award
from September 2 to October 14, 2014. Supported by the RBC Emerging
Artists Project, the $10,000 award – voted by the public at the
exhibition and online – honours a Canadian artist (or permanent
resident) who has been out of school and practicing professionally with
clay as part of his/her artist practice for seven years or less. A
national panel of artists, curators and arts educators nominated the
five exceptional artists.
Online voting begins Wednesday, September 3 at 12 noon and ends Sunday, October 12 at 11:59 pm.
You can also vote at the exhibition from September 2 to October 12.
Find all the details here….
by Carole Epp | May 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
via Carfac
“Wednesday, May 14, 2014 – Visual artists had a big victory
today at the Supreme Court in the fight for minimum artist fees at the
National Gallery of Canada. In a unanimous decision from the bench, the
court allowed an appeal on behalf of artist restoring an earlier
decision that found in their favour.
At issue was a perceived conflict between the Status of the Artist
Act and the Copyright Act. The associations that represent artists,
CARFAC and RAAV, had been trying to negotiate binding minimum fees for
the payment of artists at the gallery, similar to a minimum wage. The
gallery essentially argued CARFAC and RAAV, were taking away the right
of artists to be paid less if they chose. In allowing the appeal, the
court rejected this argument and, in an unusual move, ruled immediately
after oral arguments.
Artists from across Canada in attendance were delighted with the
results. “It’s a good day for artists,” said Grant McConnell, president
of CARFAC. “This is a major victory for all artists in Canada and
Quebec.”
“We are looking forward to resuming negotiations as we always wanted
to do since 2003,” said Karl Beveridge, co-chair of the negotiation
committee.
We would like to say a special thank you to everyone who has donated
to support this legal effort. You made this victory possible!
We would also like to thank our lawyers, David Yazbeck, Michael Fisher and Wassim Garzouzi.”
by Carole Epp | Nov 1, 2013 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Right
Off The Batt Pottery in Prince Edward Island has got some news to share
! We’re on the look-out again for another Production Potter (or maybe
two ?) to add to our team. The following info will provide the nuts
& bolts type info, but if you have any other questions PLEASE don’t
hesitate to ask !
Right
Off The Batt has enjoyed a lot of success over the past year and as a
result we have another position for a somewhat-experienced full-time
permanent production potter for throwing. We have a complete line of
forms (table & kitchenware) that are of a functional design. Our
work has often been described as “Meat & Potatoes” pottery, which is
a compliment to us as we’ve always created our work to be “consumed” by
a wide market. Nothing fancy… just functional and durable. We offer
9 lines that come from 4 modifications of 1 design line if that makes
sense to you. For instance, one mug form becomes 4 designs which are
glazed differently to create 9 lines. Our forms are very consistent
with dimensions and weights for each product well established, and are
the result of significant design and functionality consideration. From
time to time we stretch ourselves out a little by creating one-of-a-kind
items for our Gallery, but for the most part our potters focus on
faithful recreation.
It
is in fact a permanent full-time position with 3-4 weeks off for
Christmas then back at it in mid-Jan. We would start a new production
potter at $14 hourly for a 37.5 or 40-hr week. After a 3-month period
that rate would be up for review. We are very flexible as far as hours
go i.e. if you’re a late riser then come in later and work later. Next
year we plan on transferring some of our work over to a jigger operation
as the volume is proving to be too much. This change will in no way
eliminate the need for someone to be at the wheel. Primary
responsibility will be wheel work but the right person will also have
input to design decisions, glaze development, kiln work and numerous
other opportunities that can be considered. We try to work as a team so
with this position you could be as involved as you choose once familiar
with the operation.
Our team is presently made up of:
Cindy – Owner, Business Manager, head of creative
Darryl – Co-Owner, Production Manager, HR Guy, plant maintenance
2 Production Potters on the wheel (45% of our product)
2 Hand Builders (55% of our product)
1 Shipper / Receiver / Inventory Girl
1 Hard-Working Clean Up Guy
Right Off The Batt Pottery (or
ROTB)
is in its 5th year of operation. We have 120+ retailers across Canada
and into the states and thanks to our recent addition of an Ontario
Sales Rep that number is growing monthly. We use up approximately 14
tons of custom clay yearly and a ridiculous amount of glaze. Our wasted
material remains less than 1% thanks to an over-worked pug mill. We
have a dust control program with equipment being added as we grow and
we’re very safety conscious. In our 5 years we’ve had a twisted ankle
and I burnt my finger the other day swapping out a hot thermocouple.
We
also offer an experiential product during the tourist season called
Play in Clay where folks are taught to hand build then turned loose once
they have enough knowledge to be dangerous. Part of that very
successful product (over 500 participants last year) is a quick
20-minute demo on the wheel where there are always ooohhhhs and
aaaaahhhhhs as you may expect. We do not offer wheel classes but get
considerable inquiries.
There are some good pics here
http://tinyurl.com/bnubfsp and here
http://tinyurl.com/bqoh4aj
to give you an idea of what our facility looks like. The pics are from
our Grand Re-Opening held last summer after the huge-big move to our
present spot. In the first album you’ll see a pic of Carley our
longest-serving employee and all-round fantastic Studio Dog.
The
Borden-Carleton area is a small town with an old school grocery store,
Tim Horton’s (yay), Subway, Liquor Store (yay for some) and a school.
There are also a few other larger employers as well. More info on the
town is at
http://www.borden-carleton.ca/
Real Estate
on PEI is very inexpensive compared to a lot of Canada. My brother was
looking for a place in the country and most of what he found was less
than $150K with some land and a couple out-buildings. Life on PEI is
not only very picturesque but relaxed as well. Shopping, entertainment
and the like are usually found either in
Charlottetown
(the birthplace of confederation and about 40-minutes away), Moncton
(about an hour away) or Halifax (less than 3 hours away). The closest
city to Borden-Carleton is
Summerside
at about 15,000 folks and 20-minutes away. As PEI has minimal natural
resources other than farming and fisheries they have become very culture
oriented. The Artisanal community on PEI is gaining its voice thanks
in part to organizations like
Culture PEI,
The PEI Crafts Council,
The Guild,
PEI Council of the Arts and many festivals throughout the year such as
The Festival of Small Halls.
As
for potential potters who may be interested, we can Skype / face time
an initial introduction then possibly host someone if they’d like to
come out to get a better look around. We are looking to fill this
position ASAP, and would greatly appreciate it if you could distribute
the info for this opportunity as wide as possible to the clay
community.
Thank
you all in advance, and please let me know if you can or cannot help us
out by passing this opportunity along, or if there’s someone else you
feel I should be talking to about this opportunity.
My best,
Darryl Lentz
(902) 855-2529 or 1-888-PEI-CLAY (734-2529)
FAX (902) 855-2526
