COLUMBIA

KSA Grad Show ”

By Sharon Stoddart

From April 25 to June 28, the work of the 2009 graduating class of
Kootenay School of the Arts (KSA) at Selkirk College will make up
the YES! exhibit at Touchstones Nelson, Museum of Art and History,
in Nelson, B.C.

KSA is dedicated to graduating students who can make a living
through their professions in art, craft and design. In support of this
goal, their curriculum emphasizes studio work and their faculty is
made up of individuals who are practicing artists and craftspeople.

‘The programs, which include a two-year diploma in clay, offer the
practical application of creativity, skill and business sense which help
prepare graduates for the competitive cultural marketplace.

This year marks the third annual presentation of KSA graduate work Teapot by grad Jennifer Poole.
at Touchstones Nelson. For more information on the gallery and the Photo by Jeremy Addington.

exhibition see www.nelsonmuseum.ca.

Teapot and cup by grad
Shannon Merritt. Photo by
Jeremy Addington.

TRICITYPOTTERS Announce a Summer Workshop

With Ontario Potter STEVE IRVINE

Saturday & Sunday, July 18" & 19", 2009
The Outlet at Leigh Square Arts Village
2253 Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam, B. C.

This demonstration workshop will explore hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques with the
emphasis on finding new approaches to form development. Illustrated talks will augment the studio
demonstrations.

Steve Irvine established his pottery on Ontario’s Bruce Peninsula in 1974. It has been in full time
operation since. Steve has exhibited his works
widely. He is the recipient of numerous arts
awards, and his work in ceramics and
photography is represented internationally in
books and magazines.

“The arts have always been much more to
me than just a way to earna living. Pottery
and photography are instruments of
understanding — a way to look for meaning,
truth and harmony in my life. Working in the
| arts also gives me the opportunity to bring a
small degree of joy and beauty into other
people’s lives, which helps me find my place
in the world.”

Learn more at www.steveirvine.com

Sarah graduated from Kootenay School of the Arts
(KSA) in 2006 and is a 2008 BC Creative Achievement
Award winner. She has her own studio practice and is
presently selling her work in the Gallery of BC Ceramics
in Vancouver.

For further information about this workshop contact June

KSA offers a 2-year diploma in Art Craft & Design with MacDonald judo.ashaw. ca or phone 604-931-6641, or

a Major in Clay. The program focuses on hands-on Gillian McMillan gillianmcmillan@shaw ca or phone 604-
re . . . . . 937-7696

training with an emphasis on studio practice and is Cost for the full two day workshop will by $85.00 for

tran sfe fa ble. members of TriCity Potters, or $100.00 for non-members,

Register by July 10, 2009 by mailing your cheque to
. . Christine Eastlick, 3257 Chartwell Green, Coquitlam, V3E
APPLY NOW for 1st year or direct entry into 2nd year. 3M9. After this date please contact one of the above to

Applications accepted for September or January entry. determine if there is still space.

Check out Tricity Potters’ website at www.tricitypotters.ca

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