Until September 21, 2008 : "The Art of the Garden"
Discover the latest in garden works-of-art by talented Canadian artists and new works by Carole Arnston.
Van Dop Gallery : 421 Richmond Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L 4C4
TEL : 604-521-7887
Email : info@vandopgallery.com
Website : http://www.vandopgallery.com/

Until September 21, 2008 : "Path to Edo: Quilts from Japan"
Works by Japanese quilters. Also: Kazuko Yoshiura, "Sashiko: Old and New." Fabric art that channels this centuries-old traditional style of fabric reinforcement.
La Conner Quilt Museum : 703 S. 2nd Street,PO Box 1270, La Conner, Wa, 98257
Email : info@laconnerquilts.com
Website : http://www.laconnerquilts.com

Until September 27, 2008 : "Elemental Connections"
An exploration of the relationship between craft and sustainability.
Lower Gallery, Alberta Craft Council, 10186-106 St. Edmonton, AB, T5J 1H4
TEL : 780-488-6611, Fax : 780-488-8855
Email : acc@albertacraft.ab.ca
Website : http://www.albertacraft.ab.ca

Until September 28, 2008
An exhibition of new works by Saskatchewan's outstanding textile artist, Kaija Sanelma Harris , representing the culmination of her remarkable career.
Saskatchewan Craft Council Gallery : 813 Broadway Avenue, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 1B5
TEL : 306-653-3616, Fax : 306-244-2711
Email : saskcraftcouncil@shaw.ca
Website : http://www.saskcraftcouncil.org

Until September 28, 2008 : "From Geisha to Diva. The Kimonos of Ichimaru"
This kimono exhibition is a tribute to her geisha style and taste through several decades.
Art Gallery of Hamilton : 123 King Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8P 4S8
TEL : 905-527-6610, Fax : 905-577-6940
Email : info@artgalleryofhamilton.com
Website : http://www.artgalleryofhamilton.com

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Until October 12, 2008 : "Close to You: Contemporary Textiles,
Intimacy and Popular Culture."
The exhibition examines the use of idioms and images from popular culture in the works of contemporary artists.
Textile Museum of Canada : 55 Centre Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5G 2H5
TEL : 416-599-5321
Email : info@textilemuseum.ca
Website : http://www.textilemuseum.ca

Until October 19, 2008. Joel Philip Myers & Steven I. Weinberg, "Masters of Studio Glass."
Examines the careers of two well-respected artists whose objects reveal the unique ability of glass to offer a wide range of artistic expression.
The Corning Museum of Glass : One Museum Way, Corning, NY, 14830
TEL : 800.732.6845
Email : info@cmog.org
Website : http://www.cmog.org

Until November 9, 2008 :
"Weaver's Spirit Power, Antique to Contemporary Coast Salish Weaving"
A collection of weavings from Northwest artists, many of them Native Americans.
White River Valley Museum : 918 H Street SE, Auburn Comm Campus, Auburn, WA 98002
TEL : 253-288-7433
Website : http://www.wrvmuseum.org/staff.htm

Until November 30, 2008 : "Warren MacKenzie : The Lagacy of an American Potter."
A retrospetive of the artists work over a fifty year period.
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft : 4848 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
TEL : 713-529-4848, exr. 104
Email : aclifford@crafthouston.org
Website : http://www.crafthouston.org

Until December 31, 2008 : "Art & Living"
Art and Fine Craft enhances our lives - whether it's in our home or our work environment - it brings inner peace and enjoyment.
Van Dop Gallery : 421 Richmond Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L 4C4
TEL : 604-521-7887
Email : info@vandopgallery.com
Website : http://www.vandopgallery.com/

Until January 4, 2009 : "Postmodern Porcelain"
A selection pf postmodern porcelain that embody the best characteristics of the genre.
Gardiner Museum : 111 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C7
TEL : 416-586-8080, Fax : 416-586-8085
Email : mail@gardinermuseum.on.ca

Until January 4, 2009 :
"Manuf®actured : The Conspicuous Transformation of Everyday Objects"
Museum of Contemporary Craft : 724 Northwest Davis, Portland, Oregon, 97209
TEL : 503-223-2654, Fax : 503-223-0190
Website : http://www.museumofcontemporarycraft.org

Until January 9, 2009 : "Funny Glass"
Espace VERRE, Centre des métiers du verre du Québec inc. : 1200, rue Mill, Montréal, QC, H3K 2B3
TEL : 514-933-6849, Fax : 514-933-9830
Email : administration@espaceverre.qc.ca
Website : www.espaceverre.qc.ca

Until January 25, 2009 : Ceramics of Gertrud & Otto Natzler
Museum of Contemporary Craft : 724 Northwest Davis, Portland, Oregon, 97209,
TEL : 503-223-2654, Fax : 503-223-0190
Website : http://www.museumofcontemporarycraft.org

Until January 27, 2009 : "Battleground : War Carpets from Afghanistan"
Battleground : War Carpets from Afghanistan presents catastrophe turned into art.
Textile Museum of Canada : 55 Centre Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5G 2H5
TEL : 416-599-5321
Email : info@textilemuseum.ca
Website : http://www.textilemuseum.ca

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September 3 - 28, 2008 : Toronto Potters Exhibition
Opening Reception : Thursday, September 11, 5:30 - 8:30pm.
Ontario Crafts Council : 990 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H1
Email : info@craft.on.ca
Website : http://www.craft.on.ca/

September 4 - 24, 2008 : Maude Bussieres, "New Work in Glass."
Lafreniere & Pai Gallery : 13 Murray Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 9M5
TEL : 613-241-2767
Email : info@lapaigallery.com
Website : http://www.lapaigallery.com

September 4 - 23, 2008 : Recent ceramic works by Steven Heineman.
Galerie Elena Lee : 1460 Sherbrook W, Suite A, Montreal, QC
TEL : 514-844-6009
Email : info@galerieelenalee.com
Website : www.galerieelenalee.com

September 4 - October 24, 2008 : Leonhard Epp, "Godta Have It"
Expressionistic figurative ceramic sculpture that explores the influence of globalism on the rising consumerism in contemporary society.
Vernon Public Art Gallery : 3228 - 31 Avenue, Vernon, BC, V1T 2H3
TEL : 250-545-3173
Website : http://www.galleries.bc.ca/vernon/default.asp

September 4 - October 24, 2008 : Carolina Sanchez de Bustamante, "Quiet Anger"
Fibre-based art and ceramic sculpture addressing environmental, social and political issues. Vernon Public Art Gallery : 3228 - 31 Avenue, Vernon, BC, V1T 2H3
TEL : 250-545-3173
Website : http://www.galleries.bc.ca/vernon/default.asp

September 5 - 30, 2008 : Jessica de Haas - felted clothing.
An exploration of wearable and two dimensional fibre pieces,
focuing on - but not limited to - felt.
Circle Craft : 1 - 1666 Johnston Street, Net Loft Granville Island, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3S2
TEL : 604-669-8021, 604-669-8585
Email : shop@circlecraft.net
Website : http://www.circlecraft.net

September 6 - 29, 2008 : "KSA Out There"
Group show of Kootenay artists.
Gallery of BC Ceramics : 1359 Cartwright Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R7
TEL : 604-669-3606
Website : http://www.bcpotters.com

September 6 - November 26, 2008 : "Fibreworks 08: Biennial Juried Exhibition"
Cambridge Galleries : Queen's Square, 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, N1S 2K6
TEL : 519-621-0460, Fax : 519-621-2080
Website : http://www.cambridgegalleries.ca/flash/idenx.htm

September 9 - October 5, 2008 : "Relationships"
By Fibre x5 : Annette Blair, Martha Cole, Jennifer Cooper, Pam Godderis and Patt Wilson. A show of recent works.
Seymour Art Gallery : 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1L2
TEL : 604-924-1378, Fax : 604-924-3786
Email : info@seymourartgallery.com
Website : http://www.seymourartgallery.com

September 9 - October 4, 2008 : "Quilting Through the Times"
Exhibition by the Piecemakers Quilters Guild highlighting the diverse range of expression through the use of fabric art.
Dawson Creek Art Gallery : 101 - 816 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC, V1G 4T6
TEL : 250-782-2601, Fax : 782-8801
Website : http://www.dcartgallery.ca

September 11 - October 19, 2008 : Hanna Haapasalo, "City Forest"
An expression of the beautiful interface between the nature and the urban environment; double layered tapestries created with computer aided Jacquard loom. Hanna shares with the public the possibilities of different weave structures in double weaving.
Crafthouse Gallery : 1386 Cartwright St., Granville Island, Vancouver, BC
TEL : 604-687-6511, Calvin Taplay
Website : http://www.cabc.net

September 19 - 21, 2008 : "Album of Quilts"
At the Lucas Centre : 2132 Hamilton Avenue, North Vancouver. Lions Gate Quilters Guild.
Email : President@lionsgatequiltersguild.com
Website : www.lionsgatequiltersguild.com

September 20 - November 1, 2008 : Icons by Elaine Savoie and Jewellery by Lisa Banks. Opening Reception : Friday, September 19, 7pm.
Comox Valley Art Gallery : 580 Duncan Avenue, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2M7
TEL : 250-338-6211, Fax : 250-338-6287
Email : contact@comoxvalleyartgallery.com
Website : http://www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com

September 20 - October 4, 2008 :
Jeff Hartbower and Lisa Kirk, "MAMA'S BOYS & OTHER MONSTERS"
Opening Reception : Friday, August 1, 7pm. Iin the Window Gallery.
Comox Valley Art Gallery : 580 Duncan Avenue, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2M7
TEL : 250-338-6211, Fax : 250-338-6287
Email : contact@comoxvalleyartgallery.com
Website : http://www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com

September 24 - November 1, 2008 : "Thr3fold"
Works by internationally known artists Laura Kemshall, Linda Kemshall and Catherine Nicholls. fibreEssence Gallery : 3210 Dunbar St., Vancouver, BC, V6S 2B7
TEL : 604-738-1282
Email : ibreessence@fibreessence.ca
Website : www.fibreessence.ca

September 24, 2008 - January 11, 2009 : "Food for Thought"
Since ancient times ceramics have occupied an integral place in Mexican ritual practice. Gardiner Museum : 111 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C7
TEL : 416-586-8080, Fax : 416-586-8085
Email : mail@gardinermuseum.on.ca

September 25 - 27, 2008 : "Northwest Quilting Expo"
Over 400 quilts on display at the Portland Oregon Expo Center.
Portland Expo Center : 2060 N. Marine Dr., Portland, OR 97217
TEL : 503-736-5200
Website : http://www.nwquiltingexpo.com/index.html

September 26 - 28, 2008 : 12th annual Flock and Fiber Festibal
Brandy Chastain, Director : 30881 S.W. Bald Peak Road, Hillsboro
TEL : 97123-8817, 503-628-1205, Fax : 503-628-4921
Email : whistlestop.farm@verizon.net
Website : www.flockandfiberfestival.com

September 26 - 28, 2008 : "Encore"
A blue ribbon quilt fest.
La Conner Quilt Museum : 703 S. 2nd Street, PO Box 1270, La Conner, Wa, 98257
Email : iinfo@laconnerquilts.com
Website : http://www.laconnerquilts.com

September 27 - November 23, 2008 : "Batteries Not Included"
Show of Playthings by Artists.
Burlington Art Centre : 1333 Lakeshore Road at Brock, Burlington, ON, L7S 1A9
TEL : 905-632-7796
Email : info@burlingtonartcentre.on.ca
Website : http://www.burlingtonartcentre.on.ca

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October 2 - 22, 2008 : Susan Valyi
Mixed Media Sculpture.
Lafreniere & Pai Gallery : 13 Murray Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 9M5
TEL : 613-241-2767
Email : info@lapaigallery.com
Website : http://www.lapaigallery.com

October 2 - October 26, 2008 : Fibre Arts Group Show
The Port Moody Arts Centre : 2425 St. John's Street, Port Moody, BC, V3H 2B2
TEL : 604-931-2008, Fax : 604-931-2052
Email : info@pomoartscentre.ca
Website : www.pomoartscentre.ca

October 2 - 26, 2008 : Canadian Bookbinders Exhibition
Opening Reception : Wednesday, October 9, 5:30 - 8:30pm
Ontario Crafts Council, 990 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H1
Email : info@craft.on.ca
Website : http://www.craft.on.ca/

October 3 - November 4, 2008 : Circle Craft Xmas Preview
This exhibition features the work of some of the craftspeople to be part of the Circle Craft Christmas Market at the Vancouver Exhibition and Convention Centre Nov. 11 - 16, 2008.
Circle Craft : 1 - 1666 Johnston Street, Net Loft Granville Island, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3S2
TEL : 604-669-8021, 604-669-8585
Email : shop@circlecraft.net
Website : http://www.circlecraft.net

October 3, 2008 - January 18, 2009 : "Days of The Dead"
Through ceramics and other forms of artistic expression this celebration is illustrated.
Gardiner Museum : 111 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C7
TEL : 416-586-8080, Fax : 416-586-8085
Email : mail@gardinermuseum.on.ca

October 4 - 27, 2008 : 2nd Annual Vancouver Collects exhibition
Gallery of BC Ceramics, 1359 Cartwright Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R7
TEL : 604-669-3606
Website : http://www.bcpotters.com

October 4 - 5, 2008 : Quilt show presented by Boundary Bay Quilters' Guild
Boundat Bay Quilters Guild, Cliff Drive School : 5025 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen, Delta, BC
Website : www.boundarybayquiltersguild.ca

October 6 - December 24, 2008 : "The Shape of Seven-Out of the Basket"
Okanagan Basketry Guild Group Exhibition : Grand Forks Art Gallery, 7340 - 5th Street, Grand Forks, BC, V0H 1H0
TEL : 250-442-2211, Fax : 250-442-0099
Email : gfagchin@direct.ca
Website : www.galleries.bc.ca/grandforks/index.html

October 15 - 18, 2008 : "The Pottery and Glass Show"
Beautiful pottery, porcelain, ceramic sculpture and hot glass, downtown Toronto at the CBC Building, 250 Front Street West.
FUSION : The Ontario Clay and Glass Association, 1444 Queen Street East,
Toronto, ON, M4L 1E1
TEL : 416-438-8946, Fax : 416-438-0192
Email : Fusion@clayandglass.on.ca
Website : www.clayandglass.on.ca

October 18 - 19, 2008 : "Quilters' Harvest"
A quilt show put on by the Blue Mountain Quilters' Guild,
Blue Mountain Quilters' Guild, Wendy Squires
TEL : 604-941-5945
Email : wsquires@telus.net

October 23 - November 30, 2008 : Anat Basanta
Crafthouse Gallery : 1386 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC
TEL : 604-687-6511, Calvin Taplay
Website : http://www.cabc.net

October 28, 2008 - January 4, 2009 : "Needles and Pins : Textiles and Tools"
Rare and never-before-seen textiles and antique tools will be on display.
Museum of International Folk Art : On Museum Hill, 706 Camino Lejo Santa Fe,
New Mexico 87505, USA
TEL : 505-476-1200, Fax : 505-476-1300
Website : http://www.internationalfolkart.org

October 30 - December 24, 2008 : Barbara Marchand, "Okanagan Storytelling"
Sculptural installation that interprets First Nations' traditional stories, shows their connection to language and remind us of our responsibility to take care of the land.
Vernon Public Art Gallery : 3228 - 31 Avenue, Vernon, BC, V1T 2H3
TEL : 250-545-3173
Website : http://www.galleries.bc.ca/vernon/default.asp

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November 1 - 24, 2008 : New works by Meg Ida
Gallery of BC Ceramics : 1359 Cartwright Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R7
TEL : 604-669-3606
Website : http://www.bcpotters.com

November 4, 2008 - January 23, 2009 :
"Dancing Hands Fibre Arts at the Springfield Museum"
A juried exhibit dedicated to promoting the innovation and workmanship of fiber artists living in Oregon and Washington.
Springfield Museum : 590 Main Street, Springfield, OR, 97477
TEL : 541-726-2300
Website : http://dancinghandsfiber.org

November 5 - December 20, 2008 : "GIFT OF ART"
Annual Christmas Sale
fibreEssence Gallery : 3210 Dunbar St., Vancouver, BC, V6S 2B7
TEL : 604-738-1282
Email : fibreessence@fibreessence.ca
Website : www.fibreessence.ca

November 7 - December 2, 2008 : Michelle Mathias - glass animals
This glass mosaic sculptural exhibit portrays the elusive traits of omen archetypes
(black cats, ravens, owls).
Circle Craft : 1 - 1666 Johnston Street, Net Loft Granville Island, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3S2
TEL : 604-669-8021, 604-669-8585
Email : shop@circlecraft.net
Website : http://www.circlecraft.net

November 13 - December 20, 2008 : "Positively Petite Miniature Exhibit"
Miniatures in Various Media in the Atrium Gallery. Also, Laura Murdoch, "Glow." Acid Etched, Sand Carved Blown Glass.
Place des Arts : 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, V3K 1G2
TEL : 604-664-1636, Fax : 604-664-1658
Email : info@placedesarts.ca
Website : www.placedesarts.ca

November 14, 2008 - January 4, 2009
Comox Valley Art Gallery's 34th Annual Craft fair in the Arts and Craft Gallery.
Comox Valley Art Gallery : 580 Duncan Avenue, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2M7
TEL : 250-338-6211, Fax : 250-338-6287
Email : contact@comoxvalleyartgallery.com
Website : http://www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com

November 14 - December 24, 2008 : "Christmas Arts and Crafts Market"
The gallery welcomes a festive showcase of decorative and functional pieces by Vancouver Island artists and artisans.
Campbell River and District Public Art Gallery, Main and Discovery Gallery :
1235 Shopper's Row, Campbell River, BC, V9W 2C7
TEL : (250) 287-2261
Email : contact@crartgallery.ca
Website : http://www.crartgal.ca

November 15, 2008 - January 31, 2009 : "The Spirit of the Season"
The 11th Annual Spirit of the Season Collection will showcase new artworks from over 100 talented Canadian artists in all media - Glass, Wood, Ceramic, Metal, Fibre, Paintings.
Van Dop Gallery : 421 Richmond Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L 4C4
TEL : 604-521-7887
Email : info@vandopgallery.com
Website : http://www.vandopgallery.com/

November 17, 2008 - March 15, 2009 : "Science and Ceramics in 18th-19th Century Europe" The development of ceramics, particularly porcelains, intersected with the development of science in Europe in a number of ways during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Gardiner Museum : 111 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C7
TEL : 416-586-8080, Fax : 416-586-8085
Email : mail@gardinermuseum.on.ca

November 22 - December 31,2008 : "The 21st All That Glitters Jewellery Exhibition"
The longest-running annual exhibition of contemporary Canadian jewellery worldwide. Lafreniere & Pai Gallery : 13 Murray Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 9M5
TEL : 613-241-2767
Email : info@lapaigallery.com
Website : http://www.lapaigallery.com

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