F Word Interview

In honour of International Women’s Day, two local artists Sherazad Jamal and Cat L’Hirondelle are curating a show addressing the issue of Feminism in the 21st century that I am thrilled to be a part of.  The show runs Feb 23 – April 2, 2012 at 1100-2253 Leigh Square Community Arts Village in Port Coquitlam, with an opening reception from 2-4pm on Saturday February 25th.

More info is available at www.thingystudio.ca

I just had the privilege of being a part of Alma Haser’s Ten Seconds Project which “pays homage to the childhood game of hide and seek which the photographer used to play with her brother”.  The project has drawn international attention and is ongoing.  You can learn more (and see my contribution) on Alma’s website www.tensecondsproject.co.uk/

Come out and celebrate the great art coming out of the Fraser Valley at this year’s Fraser Valley Biennale at The Reach Gallery in Abbotsford, BC.  The exhibition runs from June 16 – October 9, 2011.  The opening is June 16 at 7pm.

The Self-Portrait Exhibition at LENSCRATCH

Click the link above to see the latest online exhibition from LENSCRATCH featuring one of my portraits from the series HomeWork.

Based in LA, LENSCRATCH is considered one of the 10 Photography-Related blogs you should be reading by Source Review, Wired.com, and InStyle Magazine.

Unless you are an artist who has been living under a rock, you have no doubt heard of the Alliance for Arts and Culture, but for those of you who haven’t heard of them, they are worth checking out.  From advocacy to health care to job postings, the AAC is an important part of Vancouver’s art scene.  Click on their logo for more information.

And while we’re at it, if you aren’t a member of instant coffee, well, please go sign up so you know which amazing artists are showing now.  Sign up here.

Featuring:
G. Amani, Krista Bailie, Brittney Bergen, John Bland, Daniel Bray, Mike Cardiello, Graham Case, Cathy Chan, Anne Cottingham, Jade Morales Gil, Josh Grafstein, Alina Ilyasova, Colin Jones, Molly Kreppel, Jennifer Martin, Ayesha Mir, Sarah Morin, Amber Poffinbarger, Alexis Reekie, Phyllis Schwartz, Ashley Stuart, Helen Teager, and Mayan Vered.

The Lido Gallery, June 17-22 (open 12-7 daily)

OPENING THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 7-11PM
DJ: ZAKU

Twenty-three Emily Carr photography graduates from the class of 2010 will come together for five days in June for a group show touching every base of the medium.

http://www.straight.com/article-323549/vancouver/emily-carrs-annual-grad-and-undergrad-shows

Emily Carr’s annual grad and undergrad shows

I was interviewed by the Chilliwack Times for the SNAP! contest this week… read the whole thing here…

Times Article

SNAP! is the AIDS Committee of Toronto’s (ACT) annual photographic fundraiser featuring a live auction of curated art, a silent auction, and photo competition.

In previous years the event has drawn over 700 guests, providing patrons with an opportunity to support ACT, increase awareness of HIV/AIDS, and add to their art collections. The event provides a great opportunity for both renowned and emerging artists to showcase their work.

My piece, Go Splash Some Water on Your Face, 2009, will be auctioned off during the live auction and available for viewing during the preview period:

PREVIEW

Friday, March 12 – Sunday, March 14
Edward Day Gallery (952 Queen Street W.)

Public Gallery Hours

Friday – Saturday 10am to 6pm
Sunday – 12pm to 5pm

Sunday, March 21, 2010
6:00pm – 11:00pm
National Ballet School (400 Jarvis Street)

EVENT

6:00 PM: Doors Open

• Cocktail Reception
• Art Preview
• Auction Registration
• Silent Auction Opens

7:30 PM Sharp: Live Auction begins

Click here to purchase tickets online.

For ticket inquiries tickets@actoronto.org

$90 General Admission

Includes: coat check, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, host bar, live auction, silent auction and entertainment provided by DJ Sumation.