This fall, visit the Midland Cultural Centre to experience “Then and Now: The Inspiration of Métis Decorative Arts” a powerful exhibition curated by Métis citizen Scott Carpenter. Running until January 4, 2025, this exhibit blends historical and contemporary Métis decorative arts, from traditional clothing to intricate beadwork, and other exciting artifacts! Learn more at https://www.metisnation.org/news/then-and-now-the-inspiration-of-metis-decorative-arts/
Category Archives: Arts
🎄Y’s Owl Maclure’s Annual Christmas Craft Market
Y’s Owl Maclure is holding their annual Christmas craft market on Thursday, November 28th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm.
🖼️BEING artist Marika Smart’s fine paintings are in exhibition and for sale at the ART + PARCEL Holiday Sale at the Ottawa Art Gallery
BEING Studio got another exhibition coming up, this time in collaboration with the Ottawa Art Gallery! 🤩
BEING artist Marika Smart’s fine paintings are in exhibition and for sale at the ART + PARCEL Holiday Sale at the Ottawa Art Gallery – Galerie d’art d’Ottawa. The exhibition will end on January 12th 2025 in the OAG Galerie Annexe exhibit.
Additionally, Charisse Rayne’s handwoven hats are currently on sale at the OAG Gift Shop. Visit & support BEING Artists!
Learn more:
https://oaggao.ca/whats-on/exhibitions/art-parcel-a-holiday-sale-3/
🛍️DragonFly Tote Bags on sale at the Glebe Craft & Artisan Fair
DragonFly is very happy to announce that their DragonFly Tote Bags will be on sale at the Glebe Craft & Artisan Fair at the Glebe Community Centre on Saturday, November 16 from 10:00am-5:00pm and Sunday, November 17 from 11:00am-4:00pm!
Their beautiful Canadian-made tote bags are created from artwork by students in their DragonFly programme for learners with Down syndrome. The 16” x 13” tote bags are $75 (tax included) and feature vegan leather straps, a magnetic closure and a cotton sateen lining with inside pockets and a zippered welt pocket. All proceeds go to the DragonFly Students’ Scholarships.
🖼️New Exhibition Announcement! 📢
Discover Sarah Cousineau’s solo show, “Création Abstract Art,” a retrospective collection of paintings exploring various themes. As a talented French-Canadian artist raised in a family of creatives, Sarah shares, “I like to show my life experiences in my paintings and art. I am inspired by animals, traveling, and films. Everything I do, I do with care.”
Don’t miss your chance to see her wonderful work— the exhibition ends on January 28th, be sure to stop by and check out the works in-person!
Richcraft Recreation Complex, Main Lobby
4101 Innovation Drive
Kanata, ON Canada
🎙️SPEAK Podcast
The highly anticipated return of the SPEAK podcast is finally here with the incredibly poetic Alyssa Wylie! Join hosts Debbie Ratcliffe and fin in conversation with Alyssa about her creativity and passions. She shares the meaning behind her fashion style, her love for dancing, her songwriting skills and more!
Make sure to add SPEAK to your favorite Podcast list, it’s a fun and insightful conversation you won’t want to miss!
Listen now: https://beingstudio.ca/speak/speak-season-3-episode-3-dreams-fashion-art/
The episode was collaboration with Chris Binkowski also known as “Bucko,” offers music compositions inspired by Alyssa’s words using AI and digital skills. BEING Studio and SPEAK gratefully acknowledges support from the City of Ottawa for this season.
📅Ottawa Independent Living Resource Centre’s November Calendar
🖼️Join BEING Studio for a FUNdraising COLLAGE workshop!
This delightful 2-hour session offers participants the opportunity to craft their own stunning artwork with collage and is open to all ages. All materials, facilitation, snacks and beverages are provided during the workshop.
November 3rd, 3:00pm -5:00pm
OAG Studio, 10 Daly Avenue
Ottawa,ON
Tickets are $45.
Be THERE, for a good cause, support BEING Studio: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/being-there-collage-workshop-tickets-1036787488287
💃🏿Diwali Celebrations through Dance
Join Autism Ontario on this 45 minute online, interactive dance workshop to talk about Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, and how you can use Bollywood as way of storytelling. Fun for the whole family, everyone can join in. No experience needed.
Please contact kim.tran@autismontario.com for any questions.
To register, click here: https://www.autismontario.com/civicrm/event/info?id=10183&reset=1
🎨Arts Expo – Families Matter Co-Operative
Join Families Matter Co-Operative for the Arts Expo on Sunday, November 3rd, from 1-3:30 PM at Glebe Collegiate High School for a unique celebration of inclusivity! Participants will have the opportunity to watch live performances and demonstrations, try a variety of hands-on arts activities, and meet local arts programs, organizations, and businesses offering inclusive opportunities for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. You’ll also have the chance to check out and purchase unique art pieces created by talented artists. Don’t miss this exciting event that brings the community together through the arts!
