Posted by: Milo
on Sep 1, 2009
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Below are a few links to the media reporting on our struggle with the city:
CBC - http://tiny.cc/CnKEq
Posted by: Milo
on Aug 31, 2009
The city has somewhat extended their hand. The mural will be allowed to remain until the end of October at which time we can reapply for a permit. We were told that our application will be denied but we will be allowed to go to the appeal board where our case will be arbitrated. This does not mean we will be granted a permit, only that more city officials will look at it and pass judgment.
Posted by: Milo
on Aug 31, 2009
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Help us keep our window mural!
The City of Calgary and it's petty officials won't let us keep our beautiful window mural. We think that's unfair!
They say it's signage. We know it's art. It looks beautiful and it is not a danger to the public in any way what so ever.
Why is it allowed on city buses but not our building?
We believe it should not be up to administration characterized by excessive red tape and routine to decide what is art and to make it difficult to beautify our neighborhoods and promote our businesses.
Help us fight the bureaucracy by signing our petition. We will submit it to the City of Calgary in November 2009.
SIGN HERE.
Posted by: Milo
on Aug 25, 2009
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by: Katherine Anderson
These days, I’m seeing colour in new ways. I see the coolness of a deep red and the yellowish tinge in a bright green. I practice painting my own colour wheels, in hopes that I’ll soon be able to replicate with ease the shades that I see in the natural world. I’ve been inspired by my latest painting course!
I have taken a course at ACAD, and two at Swinton’s, and I strongly recommend both. But, if you can’t attend classes (or, even if you can), make a trip to the library for some inspiration!
The Calgary Public Library has all kinds of resources to inspire you:
Posted by: Milo
on May 6, 2009
My name is Lisa Roos and I’ve been a student at Swinton’s for nearly 2 years now, which isn’t long comparatively speaking. I attend classes on Wednesday evenings conducted by the ever-talented, ever-entertaining Doug Swinton. I have also had the privilege of painting under the tutelage of Michele Zarb (who I credit for giving me my start), and workshops with Holly McWilliams, goddess of figure painting and drawing. Truly the most patient people I know, as I am sure I am a handful!
Posted by: Milo
on Apr 3, 2009
My name is Mike Beckett and I've been a student at Swinton’s for a couple of years. I’m currently taking a class with Loretta on Wednesday nights, and I also take Holly’s figure drawing classes whenever I can. I’m definitely more into drawing, as you can see from the pieces below, but also learning to paint.
What do I enjoy most? ... It's a night out with my daughter.. she takes classes Wednesday night with me. And just getting away and being able to focus on learning new stuff. Loretta’s a great help to an artistic putz like me... lol. Holly’s figure drawing classes are a rush... nothing like drawing from life to get the creative juices flowing. Quite a different experience from Wednesday night classes.
Have I learned anything? Yeah... i’ve loosened up some, although Loretta will tell you otherwise i’m sure...lol. Through the opportunity to play around with different media I'm developing more confidence in my artistic judgement.
Posted by: Milo
on Mar 30, 2009
4th Annual Mentors' Day
Saturday May 9th, 2009 10am-4pm
You are invited to the 4rd Annual “Mentors’ Day” at the Leighton Art Centre. This project was initially conceived to honour the teaching and mentoring legacy that the Leighton Art Centre is built upon and the artists of today who have taken on the important task of passing on their own legacy by teaching others. Join us for this special day which has become an annual spring event at the Leighton Art Centre.
Posted by: Milo
on Mar 28, 2009
Erica is one of our instructors and we're proud to anounce her upcoming exhibition at The Whyte Museum in Banff.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side:
April 2 – June 24, 2009
Join the Whyte Museum in welcoming long-time Bow Valley artist Erica Neumann in this opening of her Art Show & Sale. Opening Reception Saturday April 4, 2009, 2 – 4 pm, Artist in Attendance The wildlife, landscape, and floral artwork of Erica Neumann will be featured by the Museum Shop and on display in the Swiss Guides Room. As a long-time resident of the Bow Valley, now residing in Okotoks, much of Erica’s work is dedicated to the Rockies and Western Canadian wildlife. Each image carries with it not only a strong tie to nature, but also a specific story about a time and place captured permanently in Erica’s painterly images. Learn More All proceeds from the sale of these works will support the artist, and the Whyte Museum’s exhibitions and programming.
Posted by: Milo
on Mar 25, 2009
Working with spray adhesive can be tricky and as we all know, very messy. Here are some helpful tips and techniques that will make using spray adhesive easier, cleaner and enable you to get the most out of the product.
Multi-Purpose Spray Adhesive is one of the most useful and versatile tools for home decorating, crafting, construction and quick household fixes. It is easy to use, dries quickly and yields professional results for practically any project you can think of.
Posted by: Swinton
on Mar 24, 2009
"What do you mean there's nothing to paint" my art teacher said. "Paint what's outside that window!" "But that's just some dumb hill with some trees on it." She replied simply "Show me how you see it..."
I was fifteen. I'm not fifteen anymore but I still go out and paint hills with trees and I'm still trying to show people what I see. I have always tried to enhance the colours I see and show people more than they already know, to bring to life out of our simple surroundings and awaken us to our beautiful world. Once you're taught to see these colours you really start to notice them all around you. They will reveal themselves in places you never imagined.
Living in Canada there are a lot of hills to paint, and you learn to handle a lot of things including every type of snow ever made. It gets cold up here at times and you learn to paint fast and keep it simple.
