Tag: Montreal
Fairytales In The City
At Fleurbain, we are proud to present our current exhibition Fairytales In The City. Seven artists have responded to this theme and idea: Where myth and fact interact, we form our fairytales within the city. A successful opening night last night launched this exhibit of works by Elissa Baltzer, Anna Grigorian, Natasha Henderson, Fran?ºoise Issaly,…
duck’n out of the city for the mini-vaca
This summer I have been all about the mini-vacation. ?áMy vacations have included extremely short visits to Maine, New York, Vermont, Ottawa and of course, rural Quebec. The advantages to the mini-vaca include both minimal cost and time commitment. ?áIf you have a general idea on where you are going and you have a somewhat…
How To Paint A… random composition (part one)
Welcome back to the “How To Paint A…” series! After a long hiatus, I am making/documenting/writing short tutorials on how to paint different things. This week, I offer an example of “How To” break through Painter’s Block. The best way to cure a fear of flying is to fly. The best way to break through…
Painting with Class
Have you always wanted to paint? Whether you have your own supplies or not, here is an opportunity to paint in a welcoming, open, and fresh space. Your instructor, Natasha Henderson, is an equally fresh and funny artist with loads of experience in teaching painting to all levels of learner. This summer,?áwe have?áset up a…
Triple Treat craft demos
We are proud to present an exciting event on Sunday June 3. Three artists who are in the current exhibition “Cross Pollination” will give a short public demonstration of their craft. Lauren Trimble will show and tell how she makes ceramic tiles. Heather Boyd will present the process behind her copper wire mixed media sculptures.…
DiP into painting
Drop-In Painting classes are a fun way to explore and learn about painting without a huge commitment. Drop-In Painting is a way to express yourself while painting under the guidance of an experienced artist. Relax. Create. Enjoy a cup of tea. Drop-in painting is now being offered MORE often… SUNDAY: 11am-1pm SUNDAY: 1pm-3pm TUESDAY: 7pm-9pm…
Jenny McMaster presents her work: Tight Laced
This?álast weekend was a busy and exciting one. Cross Pollination opened on Saturday, an exhibition featuring Jenny McMaster, myself (Natasha Henderson,) Heather Boyd, Keivan Khademi?áShamami, and Lauren Trimble. Earth Day was on Sunday. Sunday also was when Jenny McMaster presented a talk about her work at Fleurbain. Hear what Jenny has to say about her…
more artists spoke
On April 14, three artists graciously shared their time, knowledge, and ideas with us in Fleurbain. Denise Buisman Pilger, Jennifer Hamilton, and Kimberley Mok were three of six artists who showed their work in Art and Architecture. Thank you to the artists, the viewers, and everyone who made this show such a success. Denise Buisman…
artists spoke
On March 31, three artists from the current exhibition Art and Architecture graced our podium and ears with their insights into Architecture and Art, citing artistic inspiration as diverse as book gilding, Bauhaus textiles, dreams, and beyond. Today (April 14) at 3pm the exhibition’s remaining three artists will inspire us with talks about their works.…
I have been cleansed
Over the last?áfew weeks I have made a conscious effort to change my diet. I have been?ánourishing myself?áwith good food, learning which foods I have sensitivities to, and?átalking through the entire process with a supportive group of people all doing the same thing. I have lost about ten or so pounds, have lost inches from…