Winterfest 2015, Skating on the Pond, by Bill Ellis
 
JCHAC Newsletter
March 2015

 

Brrrr....Definitely still cold out there!!  Did I say "cold", I meant "freezing"?   I heard Wiarton Willy said we're in for an early Spring.  Sure hope the little guy is right!!

Talking about the cold temperatures ....we held our 2nd Annual Winterfest on Sunday, February 15th.  It was a wonderful blue sky on one of the coldest days.  As you can see in the above photo, we had a real "trooper" who enjoyed skating on the pond in the beautiful sunshine. 

However, most of our guests found solace indoors as they listened to lively music and created art such as healing stones, magic wands, log art and claybake forms. The children, and some of the bigger kids (Adults) enjoyed getting their faces painted by a visiting clown and receiving henna tatoos by some artistic ladies.   


Indoors was alive with music and singing by various artists such as Raizelle and local talent Colin Brennan (pictured below) who has the voice of an angel.

 
Amara Kante, who has lead some of our drum circles, provided drum medleys for a trio of lively belly dancers. Peaches Cardenes, posing below as Isis with Amara Kante, shared hand made wish bracelets. This special group really generated a lot of energy and warmth on a cold winter's day.

A big "Thank You" to all of our guests for attending and for the donors and volunteers who contributed to make this delightful event happen on a cold, wintery day.

VERY EXCITING VIDEO TO WATCH !!!  During our Elder Art show at the end of last year, Francesco Reale created a documentary that looks at three Canadian Artists who have given their lives to practice art in many forms and in different media. Circling around Sybil Rampen and the Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre, Elder Art looks at maintaining a sense of community, family, and history in this documentary about intersecting lives.  Please click here to hear Sybil speak and view this amazing documentaryElder Art Video

If you haven't seen it yet, our current exhibition is Art from the Heart which runs until March 8th.  From March 13th to April 19th, we will be exhibiting the artwork of Artists of Halton Peel.  Artists have been submitting their entries and we look forward to displaying their work soon. Please see the "Upcoming Exhibitions" segment below and you still have to the end of March 1st to submit a written entry.

In July, we have an exciting 4 day workshop (from the 22nd to 25th) led by F�bio Cembranelli.  Please see "Workshops" segment below for additional details.  

As always, please see the various segments below for information on our regular offerings and don't miss Sybil's Joshua Creek Legacy memories.

NOTE: two program changes:

1/ Watercolour Printmaking Workshops on Saturdays (2nd & 3rd) - Children age 12 + are welcome (other ages can be confirmed with the instructor). This is a great opportunity to have a creative day with your children or grandchildren for fun and artistic expression!!  Please see segment below for more details.

2/ Laughter Yoga has been postponed until further notice.

Thank you for reading and enjoy March!!

Warmly,
Janet Jansson, Newsletter Editor
Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre

Joshua Creek Legacy
Memories of Sybil Rampen


Grannie Watson, her husband and 8 children emigrated to Trafalgar Township from Ireland over 85 years ago. Isaac died and there was no such thing as social services. The older boys worked on nearby farms, the girls worked as maids. She lived in unheated houses without hydro or water but somehow managed. In 1936, she bought the house on the corner of 7th line and Back Concession for $2000 with help by the kindly manager of the Bank of Montreal. Thus Watsonville, also known as Rabbitville, was born. 


 

One daughter built a house at the end of her garden and another son added a room on the back of the house to make a two family dwelling. Son Bill, blown up in a tank in WW2, limped back and converted the barn into a house where he raised his family of 5. Grannie worked forever, helping in the neighbourhood as well as in the town. She was always calm, cheerful and fun, making  her famous scones and cups of tea. She left 100 descendants: 8 children, 47 grandchildren, and 45 great grandchildren. The little white house stands alone in the middle of the field. Everything else has vanished but her youngest son Dick shares memories and stories of this once thriving farming UEL neighbourhood of which I was a part.

CURRENT EXHIBITION
Art from the Heart   

January 30th to March 8th
Opening Tea Party
Sunday February 1st, 
2 pm - 5 pm

"Art From The Heart" is a provocative exhibition by artists who have experienced adversity and challenge and have incorporated this into their artistic practice, inspiration and presentation. The show will reach into the community in a unique and compelling way. 
Erin Justice, Community Living Oakville
This show focuses on different ways of seeing and experiencing the world, reflected in artwork.  It is about sharing, awareness, artistic expression and courage.  It is about art originating from inner spaces not experienced by most people and about the creativity which emerges from such spaces and experiences. The reality of each life made visible is a powerful tool. 


 
"Art from the Heart" is from the heart.  It emerges from a hand uncluttered by fear, by unrealistic expectations, by lessons imposed by others.  It is allowed to just happen.  Child art, or art by the differently abled, has a powerful impact.  Many artists search to free their child and put their interfering mind to bed. When colour, line and texture have movement on paper, something wonderful happens. Especially, when the artist within is let out.

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FUTURE EXHIBITION
Artists of Halton Peel   

March 13th to April 19th
Opening Tea Party
Sunday March 15th
2 pm - 5 pm

Call for Entry submission date: Sunday, March 1st

Based on the success of last year's "Impressions of Oakville Juried Exhibition", which focused on the artists of Oakville, JCHAC is proud to launch its second juried exhibition.  This exhibition is now exclusive to artists who are residents in the counties of Halton and Peel.  The subject matter is "OPEN", except no nudes or photographs.  Artists may submit 2 pieces of artwork, including paintings in any medium: drawing, fibre art, or any two-dimensional wall art. Written "Call for Entry" forms must be emailed or delivered by Sunday, March 1st. Information & Entry forms are here.

 

This show will be juried by: Dick Rampen, a multifaceted artist who has over 25 years teaching as an OCAD professor, and Shirley Erskine, a highly renowned and respected artist and is one of our own here at Joshua Creek Studios.


 

For more information, please contact Bill Hewitt, 905-257-4730 or bill@joshuacreekarts.com  

 

 WORKSHOPS
Intuitive Approaches to Watercolor with F�bio Cembranelli 

4 day Watercolour
Workshop

July 22-25, 2015
9:00 am to 4:30 pm (est. 30 hours)
Cost: $699

Class size is limited.
Reserve your spot at the workshop with a deposit.  

For information on F�bio, his art and this workshop, please visit http://artworkshopsintoronto.weebly.com  

Enhance your floral and landscape paintings with F�bio's internationally known techniques.



The objective of the workshop is to show the wide range and flexibility of watercolor medium and to guide all participants in developing loose and spontaneous techniques, enhancing their own personal intuitive approach.

The focus will be on how to control watercolor timing and the best way to connect shapes of similar value in order to paint loose and vibrant watercolors, taking advantage of the flow of the medium.



F�bio Cembranelli, a renowned Brazilian artist, started painting at university, where he studied architecture. After graduating, he took drawing, sculpture and photography courses in his home town of S�o Paolo, and continued his studies in Europe and US during the 90s. He still lives and works in S�o Paulo. His paintings feature in exhibitions and collections worldwide.

ART WORKSHOPS
Watercolour Printmaking Workshops

2nd and 3rd Saturdays, each month throughout the year

 

March Workshops: 14, 21

 

Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Fee: $50 per person (includes materials)

Please bring a pot luck lunch.

 

Please confirm attendance with Mary Rischke, 905-617-1220 maryrischke@gmail.com

 

No experience required... just a love of colour.  Children age 12 + are welcome (or confirm other ages with Mary by phone or e-mail).  This is a great opportunity to have a creative day with your children or grandchildren for fun and artistic expression!!

 

This  fulfilling art workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.

 

For more information on this technique, click here
Watercolour Printmaking
Introduction and Beyond

Every Wednesday, September thru June

 

Wednesday March 4, 11, 18, 25

 

Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

 

Fee: $35/session  (Open Studio)

Open Studio: Bring your own supplies

Pot Luck Lunch

"Drop-In" or Contact: Mary Rischke, 905-617-1220

maryrischke@gmail.com

  

A perennial favourite of Joshua Creek is Wednesday's art class. This is an Introduction to Watercolour Printmaking. Each week allows you to engage in new techniques and discoveries that takes you beyond the basics. Whether you are a seasoned artist or wanting to learn a new technique, you will be fully engaged with Mary Rischke as your teacher and art guide. Discover the art of learning in play. No previous art experience necessary, just a love of colour.

  

This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.


For more information on this technique, click here

Watercolour Printmaking
Explorations

Every Friday, September thru June 

 

Friday March 6, 13, 20, 27

 

Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

 

Fee: $35/session, Pay-as-You-Go

Open Studio: Bring your own supplies

RSVP: Space is limited

Pot Luck Lunch

Contact: Sybil Rampen, 905-257-0953

sybil@rampen.ca

 

These Friday workshops will allow those who know watercolour printmaking to further explore the endless possibilities associated with this medium.

 

This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.

HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Laughter Yoga

Typically, 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month

 

SESSIONS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED

START UP TO BE ADVISED

 

Interested Participants can contact Anita or text 416.879.7217

 

Time: 7:00 pm

Session Length: 60 minutes

 

iInvestment in your health and happiness: 

$15 per class or $120 for 20 classes (1st time participants can bring a friend for free)

 

We won't be twisting ourselves into pretzels but we will have lots of fun!  Get ready to laugh your stress away, make new friends and have boundless energy!

 

Please wear something comfortable, bring a water bottle and maybe a mat or towel. *** Warning! Excessive laughter and deep breathing have been known to cause serious weight lost!***   


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Laughter Yoga is the happiest wellness program ever! It is a joyful way to connect with others at any age or any fitness level. It can be performed gently or moving throughout the room with full energy and enthusiasm! Studies by the National Institute of Health and various medical schools have proven the effectiveness of laugher yoga for mental alertness, pain relief & increased immune system function. This unique exercise routine that combines group laughter exercises with yoga breathing allows anyone to laugh without using jokes, humor or comedies.


It's been scientifically proven that the brain can't tell the difference between fake and real laughter so it is okay to fake it until it becomes real. Trust us...that won't take long!

 

For more information, please contact: Anita Morrow or text 416.879.7217

 

Classes led by Anita Morrow and Teresa Becket, certified Laughter Yoga Leaders.

 

Please join us and discover the 10 Good Reasons to Laugh for NO Reason! 

 

NIA Classes

Three Days Per Week:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

March Classes:

 

Monday, March 2, 9, 16, 23

Wednesday, March 4, 11, 18, 25

Thursday, March 5, 12, 19, 26

 
Mondays and Wednesdays
10:00 am to 11:15 am  

Thursdays: 

7:00 pm to 8:15 pm  

Cost: $11 per class  

Location: JCHAC Gallery

Contact: Brigita for more information
   
Classes led by Brown Belt Nia instructor Brigita Roube. 

Nia is a sensory-based movement practice that draws from martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by connecting the body, mind, emotions and spirit.  Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music in more than 45 countries. Trainings teach people how to get in their body, learn about The Body's Way and cultivate body-centered awareness. Every experience can be adapted to individual needs and abilities. Step into your own joyful journey with Nia, and positively shape the way you feel, look, think and live.

 

Nia has 52 moves that optimize the body's natural design. Nia choreography is body-centered and allows practitioners to connect to nine diverse movement styles: Tai Chi, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, jazz dance, modern dance, Duncan dance, yoga, Alexander Technique and Teachings of Moshe Feldenkrais. Nia classes balance form with freedom encouraging people to personalize the movements making choices for pleasure and comfort.

 

EVOLVING FAMILIES PROGRAMS 
Community Drum Circle   

2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month


March Sessions: 10, 24

Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: JCHAC Gallery
Hosted by: Evolving Families Foundation - Click here for more information  or Contact  Peaches  and see below for Volunteer Opportunities

Offering: $10 / Participant in an energy exchange for use of space in the JCHAC Gallery. 

AMARA KANTE WILL LEAD THE DRUM SESSIONS IN MARCH.

No need to preregister, please show up and sign in with Evolving Families.

 

In the spirit of a drumming circle, all ages and experience levels are welcomed. You will be led in a unified front of drumming, dancing and grooving; all moving you to a level of relaxation.

  

Bring your djembes, frame drums, bongos, bodhrans, oscars, flutes or other percussion instruments that make your spirit soar. There are percussion instruments and several extra drums available for those who require a loaner. 

  

Until you have experienced what a collective can accomplish through percussion, you will never know how uplifting and infectious to one's spirit the positive vibrations can be.


Join us and express yourself. You will be glad you did! 


 
Master Drummer, AMARA KANTE


Amara is a world class musical artist who shows people how to have conversations and dialogue with drums in an easy, authentic way that has enabled people to listen, hear and unite in the human spirit.

Amara is one of the world's foremost proponents of the now world-renowned music and dance culture of the Manding people in West Africa. Amara received his calling at the tender age of 7 when he was called to play with the legendary musical group Koteba of Abidjan. His instruments such as dunduns, bara, n'tama, and krin, his encyclopedic memory of rhythms and exceptional technique on the djebme drum soon led to acknowledgment of his status as a master drummer.

NOTE: Volunteer Opportunities

If you  enjoy nature, music and the arts, please contact Evolving Families Foundation.  We  are seeking volunteers from 1 years old to 100+ to participate in our projects in 2015.  


 

Please email: Peaches at evolvingfamilies@live.ca and or visit www.evolvingfamilies.ca  

Labyrinth
 

Labyrinth Hours:  

Same as Gallery hours 

Tuesday - Sunday 1pm - 4pm


PLEASE NOTE: DURING THE WINTER MONTHS, ONLY WALK THE LABYRINTH IF IT IS GRASSY AND NOT COVERED IN SNOW AND/OR ICE.  THANK YOU.

 

Friends of JCHAC  are welcome to walk the Labyrinth in the meadow during Gallery hours. The Labyrinth is also available by appointment as well as invitation.


 

Offerings: 

To assist with upkeep of the Labyrinth an offering of $5.00 is suggested. All offerings are gratefully accepted. The offering box is located inside the Gallery beside the sign-in sheet. 


You may also choose to become a Friend of Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre and enjoy the benefits of use.  Click here for more information. 

 

Evolving Families is working in collaboration with JCHAC to maintain and promote the Labyrinth. Please contact Peaches  at Evolving Families for any inquires that you may have regarding the use of the Labyrinth.   

 

Sign In: 

You are requested to sign in before you walk. The sign in sheet is located in the Gallery.


Parking:

Please park in the area of the Gallery. To access the Labyrinth follow the lane and cross the bridge.  A path, marked on your left, will lead you to the Labyrinth in the field.

Length of Walk:
To walk the curving path of the Labyrinth will take 45 - 60 minutes depending on your pace. Total distance: 2.5 km.
SPECIAL INTEREST
Flying Pigs Arts & Letters Society
  

3rd Wednesday of the month

October through May

 

March session: 18th


Cost: $5.00 per meeting

Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm

 


 

NOTE: March's session will be off-site and will be focused on Creative Space Studio and will be focused on mindfulness.  If interested to know more about this, please contact Janet Jansson

 

This is a casual group that meets the third Wednesday of each month.  Meeting topics vary and any suggestions are welcome.  

 

Please join us.  It's a great group of people and interesting topics of discussion.

Oakville Stitchery Guild
 

4th Monday of the month

September through June

 

Time: 7:00pm to 9:00 pm

Cost: $5.00 per meeting


 

March Meeting: 23rd


 

The Oakville Stitchery Guild of Joshua Creek invites interested fibre artists to visit or join the group.  The guild meets on the 4th Monday of each month and offers "hands on" sessions, speakers, workshops and exciting programs.

 

Pre-registration is not required.  Please drop in and introduce yourself!   

Tea Leaf Reading Sessions

Second Sunday of each month

March: 8th
April: 19th

Start Time: 2:30
Maximum Group Size: 6
Cost: $15 per person

Please join Sarah Adamson for a cup of tea and to relax and satisfy your curiosity as she skillfully reads your tea leaves. The tea leaf reading sessions will start at 2:300. This is a group tea reading. Each person will have an individual session in a group setting.

While you're here, you could visit the art gallery and view the current exhibition.

If you are interested, or know others who are, please contact Sarah Adamson

Tea Time at JCHAC
 

An invitation is extended to interested groups who are  considering looking for a spot to gather and enjoy some "tea time" in a welcoming and engaging atmosphere. Of special interest  are residents in retirement  communities looking for a meaningful and fun outing to this extraordinary land where the city is forgotten and the country feels like coming home.

 

Please contact Bill Hewitt by e-mail or call

905-257-4730.  

Friends of Joshua Creek

Current "Friends of Joshua Creek", THANK YOU for your previous donation to our Friendship Program. Your support helps Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre's vision of sustainability and in addition, it provides the means to maintain our art gallery, fund numerous community projects, as well as support emerging and differently-abled artists.
 
It is always a perfect time to become a "Friend of Joshua Creek". Joining now will not only assist in supporting JCHAC but also timely to participate in an upcoming exhibition in the Gallery of art by the Friends of Joshua Creek. Show family and friends your talent in a setting that highlights your passion. This exhibition will take place early July. Enough time to decide what piece you would like to enter for consideration.
  
New and Renewing Friendships

None for this month

It takes a community to support the vision of JCHAC. We are in gratitude of your financial contribution.  Your gift makes a difference in the lives and hearts of many. 
 
For more information on how to support JCHAC through the Friendship program click on:
 
JCHAC RENTALS
JCHAC Facility Rentals

  

If you are looking for a venue to hold a celebration or special event; perhaps a   wedding, anniversary, birthday or a business meeting, look no further than JCHAC. Change your event space from the usual to unique. We welcome inquiries.

 

For more information please contact Bill Hewitt 

by e-mail or call 905-257-4730.  

JCHAC Exhibition Rentals

  

Gallery

We are presently taking proposals for future exhibitions in the Art Gallery. JCHAC Gallery is the home to ten shows each year with each exhibition running for one month to six weeks. The focus of the Gallery is to be a venue for emerging artists. Should a showing by a single artist seem daunting consider an exhibition of a collective of three or four artists. 

 

We look forward to hearing from you and discussing opportunities. Please contact Bill Hewitt by e-mail or call 905-257-4730. 

Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre

For 50 years Sybil Rampen has had a vision. Her lifelong goal has been to establish a cultural legacy on her family farm to inspire the future generations of Halton. Joshua Creek Heritage Arts Centre is a place to discover, it is an oasis.

   

The converted 1827 barn gallery hosts unusual exhibitions by well known and emerging artists. It is a place for small intimate weddings, for celebrations, for workshops.

 

For more information about our Centre, please visit our website www.JoshuaCreekArts.com

 

Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre
1086 Burnhamthorpe Rd E
Oakville, ON L6H 7B2

Gallery Hours and

Closures for March

 

Closed

All Mondays 

Thursday, March 5

 

Please check website for updated closures.

 

Open

Tuesday thru Sunday:

1 pm to 4 pm

 

Current Exhibition 

Art from the Heart

January 30 - March 8

  

Upcoming Exhibition

Artists of Halton Peel

March 13 - April 19

Opening Reception March 15

 

Upcoming Workshop

F�bio Cambrenelli Watercolour

July 22 to 25

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Gift Certificates

 

Offer the gift of inspiration and creativity with a gift   certificate to Joshua Creek Studio.

 

For details contact: 

Mary Rischke

905-633-8609

mrischke@cogeco.ca

Volunteering

Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre is grateful for the volunteers that contribute their time to us. If you, or someone you know, would like to become a volunteer at JCHAC or would like more information on volunteering please email Janet Jansson.  As little or as much time you can contribute is very much appreciated.

  

Click here for our Volunteer Information Form.