Sunday, February 4, 2018
Friday, January 26, 2018
Black History Photography Exhibition 2018
The black culture has evolved musically, socially and politically in the last two decades in Canada. Carlos Ferguson’s photography has captured some of the faces of that evolution in Ontario.
This photo documentary work, part of the AfroCanadaViews which interviewed and documented the views of African Canadians (whose works have positively impacted Canadian society) has added another voice to that definition.
Engaging both the traditional photography and digital imaging as tolls, he has captured part of the spirit of an evolving, vibrant black culture in Ontario.
Library Hours
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Seeing the Landscape
Urban sprawl and changes in the environment is creating a new landscape in Ontario. Artist Ingrid Shienke and photographer Carlos Ferguson have seen the changes in the rural landscape within their communities. Using the canvas and camera, they bring their unique take on seeing the landscape, challenging the viewer to look deeper at the beauty in this fast changing landscape.
On display until July 12, 2017
The Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library is pleased to welcome the works of extremely talented local artists Carlos Ferguson and Ingrid Shienke as they present Seeing the Landscape. They will be showcasing their work at the Library until Wednesday, July 12, 2017.
About the Artists
Carlos Ferguson
Carlos Ferguson was born on the tropical island of Grenada in the Caribbean. He immigrated to Canada in the fall of 1975. He has worked in the printing industry for over 25 years. Carlos studied Photographic Techniques at Humber College and Photography and Imaging at Georgian College.
Over the last decade, Carlos produced several solo and juried shows in Toronto, one of the most notable was the “Landscape 4 Views” project with a team of four photographers at the J. D. Carrier Gallery in Toronto 2007.
He has worked with many organizations in Ontario including Toronto Naturals, Seed of life Philanthropic Organization, the Committee to Commemorate and Memorialize the Abolition of the Slave Trade, Project Sunshine and the Ontario Government partly documenting the views of the African Diaspora.
In 2005 and 2006 in addition to being part of the Contact Photography Exhibition, has photographed many of their top events as part of their documentary process. Today, Carlos continues his photo documentary work as part of the Afro Canadian Views team which interviews, reviews and documents the views of African Canadians whose work has positively impacted Canadian Society.
Ingrid Schienke
Ingrid Schienke was born in Montreal, Quebec in 1960 and move to Ontario, along with her family, in 1968. Her interest in art developed at an early age and by the time she finished secondary school, spent much of her time completing commissions from fellow classmates and friends. Upon graduation, Ingrid enrolled in the Illustration program at Sheridan College where she studied printmaking, Painting and Design.
Following college, she began a career as a freelance Illustrator and mural artist. Years later, she would enroll at the University of Toronto’s Art History program to continue her studies in 19th and 20th Century Art History.
Ingrid has been involved in the art and framing industry for over 30 years with 20 of those years running her own successful gallery. She has worked closely with interior designers and architects, sourcing artwork for their projects, whether corporate or residential. In 2010, she closed the gallery and has since devoted much of her time to her painting and has participated in several group shows. Ingrid’s original paintings and mixed media collages are inspired by the history and romance of the past while incorporating the rich textures and colours of the present. Her current style fuses her deep love of traditional painting with an equal passion for the vibrancy of modern life.
Interested in any of Ingrid’s work? Contact her at ingridschienke@rogers.com.
Library Hours
Friday, April 28, 2017
Silent Sound
Working in musical venues as The Rex, Trane Studio, TO Jazz Festival and the Mariposa Folk Festival he has captured images that speaks to the soul. It is a transformation process from photographer and musical artists to the viewer that a still moment silently speaks to you.
Silent Sound is exhibited April 7th - May 6th, 2017 at A Different Booklist Cultural Centre 777 Bathurst Street, Toronto.
www.adifferentbooklist.com Tel: 416 538 0889 Fax: 416 538 6914
Limited prints in this collection are available forsale . Call 905 778 8478 or email: bradfordpgallery@yahoo.ca
Silent Sound is exhibited April 7th - May 6th, 2017 at A Different Booklist Cultural Centre 777 Bathurst Street, Toronto.
www.adifferentbooklist.com Tel: 416 538 0889 Fax: 416 538 6914
Limited prints in this collection are available for
For more information contact: Itah & Miguel San Vicente - 416 538 0889
Sunday, February 26, 2017
Art & Literary Exhibition
Monday, January 2, 2017
Grenada Independence Exhibition 2017 - Artists & Authors
Grenada has a remarkable history, as a former colony of Britain, as member of a failed West Indies Federation, as an Independent country, and venue of the well-known revolution/coup d état in March 1979.
George Griffith is a former senior civil servant in the Ministry of External Affairs in Grenada, and later, served as Ambassador/Head of Diplomatic Missions for Grenada in Canada, to the United States of America, at the United Nations (UN) and at the Organization of American States (OAS).
In this book, Griffith recreates the Grenadian history and politics in the regimes of the charismatic political leader, Gairy, who dominated the local and international politics of the islands of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, during the periods of British colonialism, the West Indies Federation, regionalism, independence from Britain, and the Grenada Revolution of March 1979
Carlos Ferguson
In 2005 and 2006 in addition to being part of the Contact Photography Exhibition, Ferguson has photographed many of their top events as part of their documentation process. Today, Carlos continues his photo documentary with the AfroCanadaViews team which interviews, reviews, and documents the views of African Canadians whose work has positively impacted Canadian Society.
Solo and Collaborative Exhibitions
Toronto, 2006 Ellington’s Cafe and Gallery, Scotiabank Contact Photography, “ Persuasive Influence” with Susan Malatesta
Toronto, 2007, “Landscape 4 Views”, J.D. Carrier Gallery, Toronto. Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival, “The constructed image” With Susan Malatesta, J.Murray-Szarvas and Lorenzo Lalomia
Barrie, 2010, “Inner Views” Barrie Public Library (Georgian College Trends and Issues project).
Toronto, 2012, My Waterfront Photo Exhibit, Queen's Quay Terminal,
Toronto, 2014, Galleria 814, Image, Art and Culture.
Solo Exhibitions
Toronto, 2005, Ellington Cafe and Gallery
Toronto, 2005, Ashanti Room
Toronto, 2010, “Silent Sound” Trane Studio.
Toronto, 2012, "Silent Sound" The Rex Hotel, Collective Identity / Occupied Spaces (Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival)
Toronto, 2012, "Silent Sound" cool earth, Collective Identity / Occupied Spaces (Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival)
Bradford, 2012, "Silent Sound" Bradford Public Library, West Gwillimbury.
Stouffville, 2013, Christ Church, Black History Month
Ian Grant
As a self thought photographer he enjoys liberating these unbelievably picturesque scenes, the colors, the moments, the angles that are only commonplace in the cool heat of his imagination.
Much of Grant's audience so far, has found that his warm relaxed outdoor scenes and lazy distant horizons, reminds them of the paradise in their secretly sculpted dreams.
Some of his work was entered into International Photo Competition, in which one "Beach Blaster" won 2nd in the Caribbean Beat Photo competition 2000. he also showcased his work in many galleries and art auctions in Canada.
This collection of photographs represents a small portion of the beautiful images he has composed over the years.
Grenada Independence Art & Literary Exhibition 2017
Grenada Consulate Toronto First Annual Art and Literary Exhibition
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Open to all Grenadian Artists and Authors.
A call for visual art in a variety of mediums including photography, painting, illustrations, sculpture, and mixed media to exhibit their artwork at the Grenada Consulate Toronto in February 2017. An opening reception will be held 6 – 11 pm on Friday February 3rd 2017 at the Venue. (90 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 605, Toronto, Ontario)
A call for visual art in a variety of mediums including photography, painting, illustrations, sculpture, and mixed media to exhibit their artwork at the Grenada Consulate Toronto in February 2017. An opening reception will be held 6 – 11 pm on Friday February 3rd 2017 at the Venue. (90 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 605, Toronto, Ontario)
Description of Event:
This is an invitational and juried exhibit of artwork promoting Grenadian artists and authors in February 2017 as part of the Grenadian Independence Celebrations. Both two and three dimensional work is eligible and is open to all Grenadian artists.
This is an invitational and juried exhibit of artwork promoting Grenadian artists and authors in February 2017 as part of the Grenadian Independence Celebrations. Both two and three dimensional work is eligible and is open to all Grenadian artists.
To Apply:
1. Complete the Entry Form
2. Email to info@grenadaconsulate.com
Make sure to include on the subject line “Art Submission”
1. Complete the Entry Form
2. Email to info@grenadaconsulate.com
Make sure to include on the subject line “Art Submission”
Deadline:
Submission deadline is January 12th 2017. Artists will be notified of their acceptance on or before January 16th, 2017. If accepted, a curator will follow up with any additional informational details. We ask each artist for a short bio and brief artist statement.
Submission deadline is January 12th 2017. Artists will be notified of their acceptance on or before January 16th, 2017. If accepted, a curator will follow up with any additional informational details. We ask each artist for a short bio and brief artist statement.
Contact Us:
Get in touch via email or phone for more information about Grenada Consulate Toronto 2017 Exhibition!
Email: info@grenadaconsulate.com
Phone: 416 595 1343
Get in touch via email or phone for more information about Grenada Consulate Toronto 2017 Exhibition!
Email: info@grenadaconsulate.com
Phone: 416 595 1343
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