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Posted by on Oct 22, 2011 in Books for Sale at Bluerock Gallery, Past Events at Bluerock Gallery

Gifts & Giving: Art, Beauty, and the Material World in Spiritual Life

presented by Jaki Daniels,  Author of Heeding the Call
7 – 9 pm, Friday, November 18, 2011

Jaki Daniels, book cover for "Heeding the Call."Jaki Daniels of Earth and Sky Healing, Calgary Alberta, Canada

There is an art, and spirit, in the acts of giving and receiving.  There is a time for the gathering of what you need, not just to survive, but to be happy and productive.  And there is a time to set aside the material world and simply experience BE-ing.

Join us for an evening of simple ceremony, teachings, and heartfelt discussion with Spiritual Elder and Minister, Jaki Daniels, as she shares some of her thoughts and wisdom on gifts, giving, and the role of beauty in our lives.

This is a free, after-hours event in the gallery.  No pre-registration required.

You can learn more about Jaki Daniels by visiting her website www.earthandskyhealing.com

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Posted by on Oct 21, 2011 in Bluerock Gallery in the Community, Books for Sale at Bluerock Gallery, Past Events at Bluerock Gallery

Special appearance – Hope in the Colour of Orange “Book Tour”

Thursday, November 10,  from 6:30 to 8:00 pm

Hope in the Colour of Orange

Join us for a community celebration of the newly published book – compiled by Marika D’Ailly and a collaboration of the Monday Morning Writer’s Group.

There will be readings from the book, book-signing, general festivities, sharing of stories and refreshments!  Most of the members of the Monday Morning Writers Group will be present.

All are welcome – families, friends, neighbors, and anybody who is interested in the book, or if you just want to come and start your Christmas shopping on a Thursday evening!

It is a great opportunity to shop, as we’ll be open extended hours from 11:00 to 8:00 pm on this day.

 

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Posted by on Oct 19, 2011 in Bluerock Gallery in the Community, Past Events at Bluerock Gallery

Shop at Bluerock Gallery – support the Canadian Diabetes Association

5 – 8 pm, Saturday, October 22, 2011

Bluerock Gallery will donate 25% of the total purchases made during this event to Chelsea’s fundraising campaign.

Start your Holiday shopping early and support a great cause!  Chelsea will have door prizes, raffles, 50/50s and other fundraising activities that evening!  Come out and support Chelsea and her commitment to the cause!

Chelsea (5847) with team after Honolulu Marathon, December 2010

Chelsea Crowshoe is a resident of Turner Valley, AB and is working hard to raise money for the Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA).  She has committed to raising $6,100 and wil running a half-marathon in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil in July 2012 with Team Diabetes. This is going to be the third event she has participated in with Team Diabetes. Chelsea participated in the Honolulu Marathon in December 2010 and the Calgary Marathon on May 29, 2011.

“I have chosen to raise money for the Canadian Diabetes Association because of how diabetes impacts my family as well as the Aboriginal population as a whole. I am a First Nations person who has had the privilege of working in Aboriginal Health for my whole career. I have a clear understanding of what diabetes is doing to the population and the devastation diabetes will cause if we don’t continue to support research into the prevention and cure of diabetes.

The prevalence of diabetes within the Aboriginal population is 5 – 7 times higher than the Canadian average. According to Health Canada diabetes was practically unknown in Aboriginal communities prior to 1945. It is now estimated 27% of First Nations people will have Type 2 diabetes within the next 20 years. It is expected that a similar increase will be seen also among Inuit and Métis people.” ~ Chelsea Crowshoe

 

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Posted by on May 20, 2011 in Past Events at Bluerock Gallery

“New Beginnings” by Neepin Auger

Solo Show runs June 2 – July 4, 2011

Artist’s Reception
5 – 7 pm Saturday, June 4, 2011 (Presentation at 6 pm)

Artist’s Talk in the Gallery
2 – 4 pm Saturday, June 11, 2011


Neepin Auger is the daughter of Dale Auger, and a student at Mount Royal University in the Department of Education.  Her art follows in the stream of her father’s, while also very much expressing her own voice and experience.   She grew up in her father’s studio, and has been painting for over 10 years.  This is her first solo show.  (Images of Neepin’s new works will be available online after the show opens.  There will be no “pre-sales” – so plan to come early!)

My Father's Child :: Mixed Media on Canvas 48" x 48"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by on Apr 15, 2011 in Past Events at Bluerock Gallery

Susan Kristoferson :: Itajime Paper Dyeing :: Artist’s Demo in the gallery

We had a great time with Susan.  If you weren’t able to make it, here is the VIDEO of the demonstration.  And, if you want to see the resulting paper from the demo, come to Bluerock Gallery!

If you are able to come to the gallery tomorrow (if the snow doesn’t fall too thick and fast!), do plan to see Susan’s Artist’s Demo.  She will be showing us how she dyes paper in the Itajime fashion, an ancient Japanese “fold and clamp” technique that resembles tie-dye.  Usually used to dye fabric, there are only a handful of people in the world who are using this technique on papers.  Fascinating!

Saturday, April 16, from 2 – 4 pm in the gallery.  No need to register.  And it’s FREE!

Susan will also be bringing her specialty papers in large sheet format to add to her artwork that we have available in the gallery.  After this Saturday, you’ll be able to buy her many specialty papers (paste-painting, Shibori, Itajime) in the gallery.  We already have her “Paper Snippets” in stock – collections of small bits of hand-painted papers perfect for the collage or multi-media artist!

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Posted by on Oct 7, 2010 in Past Events at Bluerock Gallery

Crows, Ravens and Other Black Things, Saturday October 23rd, 2010 5-7pm

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Ravens
One for bad news,
Two for mirth.
Three is a wedding,
Four is a birth.
Five is for riches,
Six is a thief.
Seven, a journey,
Eight is for grief.
Nine is a secret,
Ten is for sorrow.
Eleven is for love,
Twelve – joy for tomorrow.
- Old English Rhyme

Join us in a visual exploration of the crows, ravens and other dark things that have captured the imaginations of local artists. Come to our opening event before the Sam Baker concert in Turner Valley (starts at 7:30 – details here)!

Featuring works by Beverly Farley, Judy Perrin, Karen Gimbel, Linda Cote, Mady Thiel-Kopstein – and some surprise new artists as well!  This show will run through November 19, 2010.

SAVE THE DATE:  November 20th “Small Works Show” opens – Artist’s Reception 5 – 7 pm.  This show will run through December 31, 2010.

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