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Join us at the Banff Farmers Market on August 21st! My daughter and I will be showcasing our ceramics as part of the OESA Bow Valley Community Art group. Don't miss the chance to explore unique handmade pieces from my mountain and water series, and my daughter’s quirky monster creations. This may be my last batch before I start a new adventure at Emily Carr University this fall. See you there!
In an era of tech innovation and eco-friendly pursuits, the origins of our materials demand scrutiny. "Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives" opens eyes to the grim truth behind cobalt mining. Let's delve into the harrowing tale of exploitation fueling our smartphones, electric vehicles, and ceramics. Cobalt, vital for batteries and low-carbon tech, primarily stems from Congo, marked by rampant human rights abuses and environmental degradation. Artisanal miners, including children, endure hazardous conditions for meager pay, with toxic exposure and minimal safety measures. The cobalt supply chain remains complicit, with stakeholders ignoring Congolese suffering. Despite claims of ethical sourcing, child labor and abuses persist. It's a system designed to keep Congolese enslaved to the mines, overlooked by the world. A call for accountability echoes Kara's urgent plea for change. As ceramic artists, we must prioritize ethically sourced cobalt. Canada emerges as a promising alternative, offering responsibly mined cobalt as a sustainable choice. Let's advocate for change and shape a more ethical future for our industry.
In the ethereal realm of artistic creation, my journey unfolds as a deliberate and dynamic exploration, intricately shaped by the rich tapestry of historical, cultural, and societal influences. Within this immersive odyssey, every choice of material, thematic exploration, and collaborative endeavor becomes a purposeful navigation through the intricate landscapes of identity and heritage.
Enter the intriguing realm of cultural preservation, where art, history, and community weave a vivid mosaic. Imagine a young artist, armed with a brush and a desire to be creative, who is drawn to the allure of museums. That artist was me, fresh from the Alberta College of Art and Design, entering the enchanted realm of the Whyte Museum. Little did I know that my first interest would spark a strong desire to pursue a career in CRM leadership, eventually leading to the outstanding Cultural Resource Management (CRM) diploma from the prestigious University of Victoria.
As a ceramic artist and tea enthusiast, I'm excited to share my experience at the APA Teapot Show 2023. My teapots were accepted for the exhibition and showcased alongside the best of teapot-making from artists across the region. I'm proud to have been recognized for my work and to have the opportunity to share my artistic vision with a wider audience
Through mindful exploration, I find grounding in deep time, ‘re-membering’ myself as an anthropocosmic being, and appreciating the land I inhabit. Utilising craft as my connection, I create work that captures my perceived phenomenological experiences of time, spirituality and land. Made with love and imagination, my art attempts to deal directly with these concepts of identity I can’t get to otherwise.
It is an honour to create conference gifts for GROWW: Guiding interdisciplinary Research On Women’s and girls’ health and Wellbeing. GROWW aspires to change the way women's health research is conducted in Canada by removing academic and institutional barriers and taking an intersectional approach to understanding girls' and women's health across the lifespan.
Teaching ceramics is something I hold near and dear to my heart, and I truly appreciate the opportunity to be part of the artsPlace team. Canmore's community arts centre, artsPlace, is a welcoming, user-friendly space where Bow Valley residents and visitors can come to explore, discover, and celebrate the adventure of art and creativity through a variety of classes, workshops, camps, performances, films, and exhibits.
I had a fabulous time visiting the Alberta Craft Council with my mom last weekend for their first opening since the pandemic. It had a wonderful turnout. I got to see friends I hadn’t seen in twenty years, meet new friends, and talk all things Kitsch. Below is a short gallery of images taken at the opening.
This certificate stood out to me as I really enjoyed the course work. I have always admired my instructors, and Dr. Candace Tangorra Matelic inspired me all the more. Her passion is contagious, and I found myself wanting to make museums and their collections more accessible to a diverse public while working with community partners and telling stories from multiple perspectives.
I am grateful for the opportunity to participate the Bow Valley Artists for Ukraine fundraiser. My great-grandparents were Ukrainians. My great-grandfather, Anton Tyndyk (1890 - 1972), moved to Keppel, Saskatchewan from Knyazhyi Mist, Lvivska Oblast, Ukraine in 1911.Barbara Mot (1896 - 1983), my great-grandmother, was born in Ukraine and married Anton Tendeck in Saskatchewan. I have never met my great-grandparents, though I often think about my heritage as I explore my identity through the land I reside and Canadian history in my work.
In a capitalist environment, Hyde explains how vital it is to create as an artist and look for ways to transform their work from commodities to gifts. Working with organizations like the Banff Centre and the Banff Public Library has aided me in my endeavour to decolonize capitalism by allowing me to continue creating my work through their support
6 piece ceramic set including plate, appetizer plate, bowl and mug commissioned by local from Bow Valley. Inspired by the mountains in Banff National Park.
Thanks to the wonderful Bow Valley Ceramic Community for helping me fire this set to temperature, this beautiful set is finally going to its home!
I am grateful to be supported by the Bow Valley Community. Thank you to the wonderful person who commissioned this set. I appreciate your patience and hope that you enjoy!
I am excited to have my work at The Canmore Museum Shop! I have loved following their community focused initiatives as they reimagine themselves and connect with local communities. I’ve read much of Nina Simons work and I look forward to seeing what an OF-BY-FOR ALL museum can do to transform museum relevance in the Bow Valley.
Sitting still for a moment…
