Looking for that perfect gift?
Thinking someone in your life is the hardest person to buy for?
At Gallery IS you will find the most unique items. You cant find these one of a kind, fine artworks anywhere else. Its the perfect alternative to big box shopping.
On Monday Nov 22nd, from 6:30 - 8:30pm, you will have the opportunity to get first choice of the miniatures, and other fantastic items the Gallery will have available.
This is a limited opportunity to visit the Gallery in the evening, on a day when we are not normally open.
The Miniatures Exhibit is a cash and carry show.
It will be on display from Nov 23rd to Dec 31st, 2010.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Open Exhibition for All Artists
Gallery IS will once again be hosting its Annual Miniatures Exhibition.
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This is an open group show, which features small works of art in all media. We encourage all artists to submit to the Gallery for this exhibit.
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We gear the artwork to people who are looking for that special gift.
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Guidelines for Submission
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-2D works must be 100 square inches or smaller, and 3D works must be 6 inches tall or less.
-We encourage all media, and are interested in different interpretations. In the past we have had tiny felt shoes, handmade necklaces, pendants and bracelets. Paintings as small as postage stamps, and small handmade boxes.
- All media are acceptable.
- Professional, emerging and student work will be considered.
- We are only accepting 3 submissions per artist for this exhibit. If your work is chosen to be included there is the possibility to show up to ten artworks (so get busy).
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*Submission guidelines are outlined on the left hand side of this blog.*
Please send us via email; your Artist Statement, 3 jpeg files representing the style of your miniature artwork, an accompanying list for the images (including title, size, and price information), and how many pieces you will have available for the exhibit (2, 5, 10?).
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The deadline for submissions is Saturday, November 13th.
Notice of acceptance will be given by Tuesday, November 16th.
Delivery of accepted work must be made by Saturday, November 20th.
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Official show dates are November 23rd, 2010 to December 30th, 2010.
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Please send all submissions to our email address, galleryis.arts@yahoo.ca.
Digital images are required.
If you have any questions please feel free to email or call us (403-341-4641).
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This is an open group show, which features small works of art in all media. We encourage all artists to submit to the Gallery for this exhibit.
.
We gear the artwork to people who are looking for that special gift.
.
Guidelines for Submission
.
-2D works must be 100 square inches or smaller, and 3D works must be 6 inches tall or less.
-We encourage all media, and are interested in different interpretations. In the past we have had tiny felt shoes, handmade necklaces, pendants and bracelets. Paintings as small as postage stamps, and small handmade boxes.
- All media are acceptable.
- Professional, emerging and student work will be considered.
- We are only accepting 3 submissions per artist for this exhibit. If your work is chosen to be included there is the possibility to show up to ten artworks (so get busy).
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*Submission guidelines are outlined on the left hand side of this blog.*
Please send us via email; your Artist Statement, 3 jpeg files representing the style of your miniature artwork, an accompanying list for the images (including title, size, and price information), and how many pieces you will have available for the exhibit (2, 5, 10?).
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The deadline for submissions is Saturday, November 13th.
Notice of acceptance will be given by Tuesday, November 16th.
Delivery of accepted work must be made by Saturday, November 20th.
.
Official show dates are November 23rd, 2010 to December 30th, 2010.
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Please send all submissions to our email address, galleryis.arts@yahoo.ca.
Digital images are required.
If you have any questions please feel free to email or call us (403-341-4641).
Monday, September 27, 2010
October Exhibit
Gallery IS presents "Compute This!", a new feature exhibition by Local Jewellery Designer, Elizabeth Ferchuk.
"Working as a technology tutor, I always wondered what it would be like to create something out of the computer parts that I saw every day. I always found myself thinking, 'How can I combine my love for beading and jewellery design with these keyboards keys, wires and computer chips?’. That’s what brought about my idea for “Compute This!”, my conceptual jewellery exhibit.
While creating and working on my pieces for this show, my main focus was to have fun and to be creative. I wanted to produce pieces that aren’t your common everyday ones, something out of the ordinary.
Even though my methods of creating are traditional, as in my usual jewellery designs, the materials aren’t. I have combined computer keys, wires, chips, beads, and crystals into wearable art for the Techno Goddess. Even the colour schemes are based on computers and technology.
As companion pieces, I have also incorporated some cross-stitch pieces into the show. I drew the subjects from online chatting and texting. They represent the symbols and new language of our modern, everyday life. "
This exhibition is on display from Sept 28th to Oct 30th.
Opening Reception is First Friday, Oct 1st from 6-9pm.
Everyone is welcome.
"Working as a technology tutor, I always wondered what it would be like to create something out of the computer parts that I saw every day. I always found myself thinking, 'How can I combine my love for beading and jewellery design with these keyboards keys, wires and computer chips?’. That’s what brought about my idea for “Compute This!”, my conceptual jewellery exhibit.
While creating and working on my pieces for this show, my main focus was to have fun and to be creative. I wanted to produce pieces that aren’t your common everyday ones, something out of the ordinary.
Even though my methods of creating are traditional, as in my usual jewellery designs, the materials aren’t. I have combined computer keys, wires, chips, beads, and crystals into wearable art for the Techno Goddess. Even the colour schemes are based on computers and technology.
As companion pieces, I have also incorporated some cross-stitch pieces into the show. I drew the subjects from online chatting and texting. They represent the symbols and new language of our modern, everyday life. "
This exhibition is on display from Sept 28th to Oct 30th.
Opening Reception is First Friday, Oct 1st from 6-9pm.
Everyone is welcome.
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New Artwork from Rikki Renard
These two pieces are brand new paintings by Rikki Renard. These are beautiful in person, with her classic soft, zen like style.
They are both featuring a really cool hanging system, which includes the dark bamboo wood at the top.
Please contact the Gallery if you would like more information on these works.

They are both featuring a really cool hanging system, which includes the dark bamboo wood at the top.
Please contact the Gallery if you would like more information on these works.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Alberta Arts Days
This Saturday, September 18th is the Alexander Way Artwalk and Alberta Arts Day festival.
There are a lot of really cool and fun activities happening right next door to the Gallery! It is all happening around the corner from us. A hop, skip and a jump away.
Come Downtown and check out all the new artwork. Vivian Bennett, and Jeri-Lynn Ing will both be painting Plain Air during the day, on the street. Its a great chance to see a painting being created.
The Artwalk goes from Noon to 6pm.
Remember to stop by and say Hi.
There are a lot of really cool and fun activities happening right next door to the Gallery! It is all happening around the corner from us. A hop, skip and a jump away.
Come Downtown and check out all the new artwork. Vivian Bennett, and Jeri-Lynn Ing will both be painting Plain Air during the day, on the street. Its a great chance to see a painting being created.
The Artwalk goes from Noon to 6pm.
Remember to stop by and say Hi.

Thursday, September 9, 2010
Look Whats New at Gallery IS
Monday, August 23, 2010
Feature Exhibit for September
Gallery IS, is pleased to present a new series of paintings by Susan Delaney.
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"Fish Swim" will be on display in Gallery IS from September 1st to 25th.
Opening Reception is First Friday, September 3rd from 6-9pm.
Everyone is welcome.
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"I associate fish with the ultimate in mindful presence and here-ness. This work explores tensions between that way of being in the realms of the recognizable, the abstract, the symbolic and the actions of the artist on the canvas. "
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Susan is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario, with a Bachelors Degree in Art History and Criticism. She is also a graduate of the Red Deer College Fine Art Program. Originally from London Ontario, Susan is now an active participant in the local art scene. She has participated in many local group exhibits, and charitable fundraisers, and well as being the recipient of many scholarships and awards for her artwork.
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"Fish Swim" will be on display in Gallery IS from September 1st to 25th.
Opening Reception is First Friday, September 3rd from 6-9pm.
Everyone is welcome.
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"I associate fish with the ultimate in mindful presence and here-ness. This work explores tensions between that way of being in the realms of the recognizable, the abstract, the symbolic and the actions of the artist on the canvas. "
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Susan is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario, with a Bachelors Degree in Art History and Criticism. She is also a graduate of the Red Deer College Fine Art Program. Originally from London Ontario, Susan is now an active participant in the local art scene. She has participated in many local group exhibits, and charitable fundraisers, and well as being the recipient of many scholarships and awards for her artwork.
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*Click the image to magnify.*
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
August Feature Artists
First Friday! 6-9pm, Friday Aug 6th.
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Gallery IS, is featuring the work of three great artists, all of whom happen to be women, during the month of August. :)
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Vivian Bennett is once again represented at Gallery IS, and we are taking this opportunity to showcase some of her new paintings.
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Sue Barker. If you are local, you have to have heard this name before. Sue is a brilliant watercolorist, and we have an amazing series of Poppies you must not miss.
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Linda Daoust is a Calgary based artist who has exhibited from BC to Quebec. Her organic abstract paintings will be a delightful change from the ordinary, and not to be missed during their short stay.
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The exhibit runs from Aug 3rd to Aug 28th.
*Photos coming soon.*
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Gallery IS, is featuring the work of three great artists, all of whom happen to be women, during the month of August. :)
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Vivian Bennett is once again represented at Gallery IS, and we are taking this opportunity to showcase some of her new paintings.
.
Sue Barker. If you are local, you have to have heard this name before. Sue is a brilliant watercolorist, and we have an amazing series of Poppies you must not miss.
.
Linda Daoust is a Calgary based artist who has exhibited from BC to Quebec. Her organic abstract paintings will be a delightful change from the ordinary, and not to be missed during their short stay.
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The exhibit runs from Aug 3rd to Aug 28th.
*Photos coming soon.*
Friday, July 2, 2010
July brings us Glenda Ganz's Solo Show- Eclectic Collage- and here is a sample of her brightly colored collage. They are inspired by pop art and Japanese culture. The combination is strong: powerful colors meets subtle line and design.
You will not want to miss out on this show. See you First Friday- July 2, 2010 for the opening reception -the artist will be in attendance.
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