One month to go: then it’s X-mas! I have to confess I’m already excited about it. And this year I’m actually thinking about buying unique and local works of art as X-mas gifts. The best: In the next few weeks, some pretty amazing X-mas art and craft sales, fundraising events and jewellery shows will take place here in Ottawa.
That’s my list of upcoming art events. It might not be exhaustive, so I’m happy for any comment on other opportunities to buy unique works of art by local artists. So have fun shopping for art!
Jewellery and Fashion Event for Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Support Program
@ Wall Space Gallery
What to expect: Eco-friendly holiday styles from Green Tree Eco Fashion and jewellery by local jewellery artists, to be exhibited down a “runway” by real-life models in the community. Jewellery designs by Lirical, Tai Knots, Kathryn Rebecca, Fluid, Alexandra Temple, Lover Fighter, JMBCanada and many more!
When: Wednesday, November 23rd, 6-8 pm
Where: 358 Richmond Road, Westboro Village
Entrance fee: A $20 suggested donation is your ticket for entry and a portion of the jewellery sales will be donated to Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Support Programs.
www.wallspacegallery.ca
Sketch
@ SAW Gallery
What to expect: Artists, non-artists, animators, designers and architects band together for an unique holiday fundraiser. Sketches, drawings and collages - with most works priced affordably, this fundraiser is an ideal place to buy original works of art! The fundraising party will include DJs, entertainment and door prizes, and will feature works by internationally acclaimed artists in a silent auction. All proceeds of the sales will go toward Galerie SAW Gallery programming activities.
When: Friday, November 25, 2011 from 8PM to 2AM
Where: 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Entrance fee: $5 at the door
www.galeriesawgallery.com
27th Annual Holiday Art Sale
@ Ottawa School of Art
What to expect: This art sale features a wide range of unique and affordable works of art, perfect for collecting or gift-giving. All works are created by the students, instructors and alumni of the OSA in a wide variety of media, sizes and prices. This event provides an opportunity to see the variety of techniques and styles of work that are continually being generated by the Ottawa School of Art community.
When: Opening reception: Dec. 1, 5-8 p.m. Works will be on display from Dec. 1-18, 2011
Where: 35 George St., Byward Market
Entrance fee: Admission is free and everyone is welcome.
www.artottawa.ca
LUCK! 2011
@ Council for the Arts in Ottawa
What to expect: Now’s the chance to get lucky and become the new owner of an original work of art by an outstanding Ottawa artist at the Council for the Arts in Ottawa’s favourite fundraiser!
For a $100 ticket you are guaranteed to get a wonderful addition to your art collection. Works by 40 artists are represented. You just have to come with your ticket and try your luck When your number is drawn you take your pick. Share in everyone's luck! For $25 you can enjoy a fun evening of art, desire and serendipity.
When: December 1, 2011, 6 - 9 p.m
Where: Arts Court, 2 Daly Ave., Ottawa
Entrance fee: Art Draw Tickets: $100
Event Only Tickets: $25
http://www.arts-ottawa.on.ca/events/luck/2011/index-en.php
Seasons Greetings Craft Fair
@ Stittsville Arena
What to expect: This Annual Craft Fair is a fundraiser for the Ottawa Humane Society. The Artisans represent a wide variety of crafts which include fine jewellery, stoneware pottery, wooden toys, quilted hand bags, knitting, stained glass hockey players and other sports figures, candles, Christmas decorations, oil paintings and gift cards. The items for sale range in value from stocking stuffers to high end jewellery and stained glass panels.
When: November 26 & 27th, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: in the upper Hall at the Stittsville Arena, 10 Warner-Colpitts Lane
Entrance fee: There is no admission fee and the upper hall is accessible by elevator.
http://www.craftersnetwork.ca/showlist.htm
