Academy of Realist Art - 2968 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Saturday December 19, 2009
2:00 to 7:00 pm

You are cordially invited to our annual Holiday open house. Everyone is welcome.  We hope to see you there!

Special Lecture Series by Juan Carlos Martinez
Part I - December 17, 2009 7:00 to 9:30 pm
Part II - December 18, 2009 7:00 to 9:30 pm
Academy of Realist Art - 2968 Dundas Street West, Toronto

Overview: This lavishly illustrated two-part slide lecture examines the history of the modern Classical Realism movement from its origins in the ateliers of 19th century Paris; as well as illustrates the important role that ARA plays in the preservation and integrity of the modern Classical Realism movement.

Part 1 will examine the art, the artists, the students and the studios of 19th century academic art through the 1800s to the First World War, from David to Bouguereau and beyond. The lecture will include an overview of the works of the French academicians, along with English, Italian, and other European artists, as well as Canadian and American influences.
Part 2 will continue the story and examine how academic art and training has been kept alive in the 20th century through the efforts of a few artists, including the first “classical realists” in the U.S. Other branches of post-war art that have been influential in ARA’s development will also be introduced, including the works of Pietro Annigoni. Notable 20th century and contemporary classical realism will also be highlighted, as well as examples of the diversity of work that is making significant inroads on the current art scene.
Note:  External guests must reserve a place.  Contact:  info@academyofrealistart.com

Event:  Art Exhibit
Location:  1030 King Street West (at Shaw) - Toronto (Free Parking)
Works:  Various
Date:  November 5th-8th, 2009
 

The Cryptic Canvas Event Gallery is pleased to announce its first annual ART and CRAFT exhibitions!

Opening Night: November 5th  7pm to 11pm

Cocktails, Hors D’oeurves (provided by Urban Fare Catering), and live music.

Art Exhibition Features:
Over 75 Exhibiting Artists of all Mediums
Daily Original Art Raffles
Living Lighting on King –Functional Art Competition Launch
Audio Visual Installation by Median Contemporary Gallery
In-house Café
Framing Services

Tickets:Pay What You Can Admission  (With each $5 donation receive a free raffle ticket)

 Check out the website for more details: www.artoffthelot.com 

 

Event:  Craft Exhibit
Location:  1030 King Street West (at Shaw) - Toronto (Free Parking)
Works:  Various
Date:  November 12th-15th, 2009

Opening Night: November 12th  7pm to 11pm

Cocktails, Hors D’oeurves & Music provided by DJ Floh Back ( www.flohback.com )

Craft Exhibition Features:

Over 75 Exhibiting Artists of all Mediums
Daily Original Craft Raffles
Living Lighting on King –Functional Art Competition Launch
In-house Café
Framing Services 

Tickets:Pay What You Can Admission  (With each $5 donation receive a free raffle ticket)

Check out the website for more details: www.craftoffthelot.com 

 

Event:  Two Person Art Show - John Lynch & Janet Strayer
Location:  Galleria 814 |  814 St. Clair Avenue West - Toronto
Works:  John - Landscapes and Portraits |  Janet - Digital Paintings
Date:  Friday October 23rd - opening - show continues for 2 weeks
Time:  6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

John Lynch and Janet Strayer will be displaying a collection of their respective works at Galleria 814.  The opening is on Friday October 23rd and will continue for 2 weeks.

Star Portraits is an all new original series by Bravo! Canada.  The series was developed by PTC Productions and based on the hit BBC program.  The show is hosted by Broadway star Louise Pitre.

The series begins on September 12th @ 8:00 pm on Bravo! Canada and runs every Saturday until December 12th.

www.bravo.ca and www.starportraits.ca

In each 30 minute episode, 3 Canadian working artists are introduced to a Canadian personality.  They must get work quickly in order to perform as much preliminary work as possible with the star.  They have 2 weeks to complete their portrait.  Louise visits each artists in their studio to see how the work is coming along.  At the end of each episode, the star is presented with the 3 portraits one of which they may select for their personal collection.  The remaining portraits are grouped and 6 selected for the permanent collection of the Canadian Portrait Society.  The rest are auctioned off at Joyner Waddinton's Auction of Important Canadian Art.  The proceeds go to a charity selected by the celebrity.

Academy of Realist Art instructor Juan Carlos Martinez has been selected as one of the artists.  He will be completing the portrait of Alex Trebek on the episode aired on Saturday November 14th @ 8:00 pm.

Celebrities

Alex Trebek
The Amazing Kreskin
Ashley MacIsaac
Colin Mochrie
Debbie Travis
Elvis Stojko
Enrico Colantoni
George Chuvalo
Margaret Trudeau
Measha Brueggergosman
Pamela Wallin
Dr. Roberta Bondar
General Romeo Dallaire

Artists

Allan Harding MacKay
Brian Smith
Carrie Colton
Catto Houghton
Christina Sealey
Daniel Hughes
Daniel Ross
Elaine Goble
Erik Dzenis
Gabor Paul Mezei
Gertrude Kearns
Gregory Sean Damery
Heather Cooper
Isabella Stefanescu
Jamie Bradbury
Jason Kronenwald
John Viljoen
Juan Carlos Martinez
Judy Finch
Katherine Stone
Kim Van Stygeren Medland
Kristy Gordon
Laurie McGaw
Manny Neubacher
Maria Gabankova-Brezina
Marie Finkelstein
Mark Thompson
Natalie Majaba Waldburger
Natasha
Opal Dunbar Adams
Paul Robert Turner
Reid McLachlan
Sara Sniderhan
Shannon Reynolds
Stefan Galvanek
Tom Campbell
Travis Shilling
Veronica Kvassetskaia-Tsyglan
Wageh Yassa

This fall, history and art come together in an an exciting combination to help adults learn history!

Event:  History Through Art Lecture
Location:  Academy of Realist Art Toronto
Guest Speaker:  Scott Powell
Date:  Thursday September 17th, 2009
Time:  6:30 to 9:00

Scott Powell, the creator of A First History for Adults™, the acclaimed distance-learning history curriculum for adults, is offering a new learning opportunity to adult students of art. It's called “HistoryThroughArt.” 

This innovative pedagogical approach presents the narrative story of history and uses the integrating power of art to allow students to visualize the events and characters as well as the story's abstract themes. History Through Art will help you:  develop a greater appreciation of the instructive power of art, and a better understanding of the meaning and value of history … because HistoryThroughArt combines the power of history and art in every lecture. 

We'll learn about the Roman Empire and its long-term impact on the world … the Dark Ages, and the rise and disintegration of Feudal Christendom … the pivotal period of the French Revolution and Napoleon, and finally … the revolutions of the nineteenth century that shaped the modern world.

Contact Colleen Johnston (info@academyofrealistart.com or call 416-766-1280) for further event and program details, including a syllabus for prospective students.

The lecture is free to all ARA students.

 

In Body, an exhibition which includes new portraits by PSA member Diliana Popova opens at the historic Gladstone Hotel on Friday September 4rd.
This exhibition addresses the duality of being in and out of oneself. Through the medium of portraits and figures Diliana, along with fellow emerging artists Lisa Cowen and Garrett Vitanza explore the inner states of their subjects as they appear to the outside observer. By contrasting physicality and spirituality, ‘In body’ puts a contemporary twist on an old dichotomy.
Inspired by the depth and expressive power of the human form, the paintings in this exhibition draw on various aspects of spirituality;  calling on sources derived from personal experience and both eastern and western scriptures. 
Meet the artists at the opening night reception on Thursday September 3rd from 7- 10pm at the Gladstone Hotel.

http://www.gladstonehotel.com/exhibitiondetail.cfm?id=2099

INFO:
In Body: and exhibition of paintings by Lisa Cowen, Diliana Popova and Garrett Vitanza
Sept. 4th – 17th.
Mon- Fri 12pm- 5pm.
Opening night reception: Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009 7-10 PM
Gladstone Hotel 
1214 Queen Street West Toronto ON M6J 1J6
www.dilianapopova.com
www.lisacowen.blogspot.com
www.garrettvitanzaart.blogspot.com

Annual Sunnyside Beach Juried Art Show & Sale
Submission DEADLINE: August 1st, 2009
 

August 28-30, 2009
Friday 6-9 p.m. Reception
Saturday 12-8 p.m. | 8-10 p.m. Art Soirée
Sunday 12-7 p.m.

Fundraising Gala
August 21 from 8 p.m.@ Sunnyside Pavilion
1755 Lake Shore Blvd., Toronto

The Annual Sunnyside Beach Juried Art Show & Sale is a three-day art event that takes place in the historic Sunnyside Pavilion on Toronto’s waterfront. It provides a showcase for exciting emerging and established artists, and features painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, fashion, and jewellery, alongside live music and art performances. So, join us! Meet the artists, support their practice, and purchase high-quality juried works, all at the charming Sunnyside Pavilion.

Are you an artist? We invite you to apply. Send us examples of your work (a web link or no more than seven photos), a bio (max 100 words) and a C.V.

We welcome proposals from all artists—juried art show applicants, performing artists, and those with art installation ideas.

Here’s what you get: The event is free and open to the public. All sales are commission-free. The first place Juried Art Show winner receives $1000 in prize money. And all artists are included in the official show catalogue.

For more information, please get in touch with us.

EMAIL
sunnysideartshow@gmail.com

WEB
www.artinitiatives.ca
 

 

ARA senior instructor Fernando Freitas has been selected to participate in the Portuguese Canadian Artist Group Exhibition at Toronto City Hall.

Fernando will be displaying several pieces including his ARC award piece 'Portrait of Breena'.

Exhibtion:  Portuguese Canadian Artist Group
Location:  Toronto City Hall - Rotunda, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto
Date:  July 6 through 10, 2009

 

'Yoni's Portrait' was executed in carbone on toned paper.  The title of the work is written in Hebrew calligraphy on the lower right corner.  

Ryan had met Yoni on his trip to Isreal in 2007.  The work now hangs in Yoni's private collection in Jerusalem. 

Well done Ryan!

Date:  April 2 - May 4, 2009

Location:  Joseph D. Carrier Gallery - Columbus Centre (901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto)

Gallery Hours:  Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Exhibit:  Praxis:  'Beauty and Truth' - The Inaugural Salon of Classical Realism in Canada

The show will run for 6 weeks and highlights Canadian graduates of Florentine Academies and professional Canadian classical realist artists.

Many graduates and former students of the Academy of Realist Art are in the show with some of their best work.  These include Matthew Mancini (shown above with his still life), Juan Martinez, Katherine Stone, and David Gluck to name a few. 

More information can be found at

http://www.villacharities.com/carrier/carrier_main.asp?View=Events

or view the show online at

http://www.underthemoon.ca/Praxis beauty and truth.htm