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JOSHUA CREEK HERITAGE ARTS CENTRE
OCTOBER 2013 - NEWSLETTER
JOSEF PETRISKA
ARTIST, SCULPTOR, NATURE'S VOICE
September 15 - October 13
EXHIBITION OPENING: The opening was well attended. Art Sculptures now adorn the back lawn. The Gallery, a mix of reliefs, acrylic paintings and sculptures. The artist, Josef Petriska was on hand to share his visions and inspirations for his art during the creative process. His passion for life and the environment was evident as he described his life work. From those who have attended the exhibition came the following:
"Thought Provoking", "Awesome Creations", "Where Have You Been?",
"Very Powerful and Thoughtful"
 "In keeping with JCHAC's vision to support community art by exhibiting local artists, JCHAC is pleased to launch Josef Petriska, "Artist, Sculptor and Nature's Voice", says Sybil Rampen. "This exhibition is an opportunity for the community to renew their love and appreciation for such an extraordinary man".
Josef Petriska, a great artist and sculptor, is a national treasure; an octogenarian living at Palermo (a community in Oakville, Ontario) surrounded by his life's work. He is an environmentalist. One of his most notable works is "Struggle for Survival", a bronze sculpture of a bird, dying from an oil spill. This powerful symbol, endorsed by the World Wildlife Fund, has been featured on the CBC program The Nature of Things with David uzuki.
To local residents a familiar Oakville landmark is the towering Oak Leaf art installation in Oakville Place. Perhaps not so well known is the sculptor responsible for the piece is Josef Petriska.
Josef has exhibited alongside Karel Appel, Harold Town,
Andrew Wyeth, Etrog Sorel, Robert Bateman, and members of the Group of Seven.
The time has arrived to disperse his collection and share it with the world. This is your opportunity to own a Josef Petriska sculpture, painting, print or relief. Selected pieces will be for sale during the exhibition. Given the interest in Josef's work make plans to visit the exhibition early and often to experience his visions through art and perchance own an original piece of Josef Petriska art.
Proceeds of sales will be shared with the new Oakville Hospital.
For more information on the life and times of Josef Petriska click on Josef Petriska
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
THEN AND NOW
OAKVILLE STITCHERY GUILD
October 18 to November 24
Opening Tea Party - Sunday October 20, 2 - 5
 The Oakville Stitchery Guild is celebrating its 40th Anniversary (1973-2013) at Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre.
Recently mysterious packages wrapped in brown paper surfaced. The unwrapping revealed five panels created by the guild in 1977. The panels portray Oakville in 1802, 1830, 1860, 1890 and 1977. Discussion for panel number six for Oakville 2014 has been initiated.
With four decades of embroidery in Canada, we will make history. Our work was the inspiration for others to follow.
Exhibition Information: Oakville Stitchery Guild at Joshua Creek
NOTE: Members Selection Tea Party- Saturday, October 12 at 2:00 pm at Sybil's. Bring 2 or 3 pieces that represent the OSG work from 1973-1998=Then. Work of late members welcomed.
WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES AT JCHAC
INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOUR PRINTMAKING
Wednesdays starting September 25
9:30am - 3:30pm
 A perennial favourite of Joshua Creek is Wednesday's class, Introduction to Watercolour Printmaking. Wednesday classes begin September 25th. Each week will allow for engaging in new techniques and discoveries. 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.
This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
Fee: $35.00 per session - Pay as You Go
Open studio: Bring your own supplies
Contact: Mary Rischke: 905-633-8609 or email [email protected] for information.
NOTE: For a description of the technique follow this link Watercolour Printmaking Technique
MASTER CLASS WATERCOLOUR PRINTMAKING
Fridays starting September 13
9:30 - 3:30
 For the graduates of the Wednesday Introductory course Friday workshops will expand your techniques working with watercolours and printmaking with non toxic materials.
This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
Fee: $35.00 per session - Pay as You Play
RSVP: Space is limited
Pot Luck Lunch
WATERCOLOUR PRINTMAKING WORKSHOPS
Saturdays, October 12 and 19
9:30-3:30
No art experience required... just the love of colour.
This workshop is in collaboration with Joshua Creek Studio.
Dates: 2nd and 3rd Saturdays of each month beginning in October. October classes on the 12th and 19th.
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Cost: $50 (includes materials). Bring along a pot luck lunch.
RSVP: Mary Rischke, 905-633-8609 or email at Mary Rischke
Note: For a description of the technique used in the workshops click on Explore Watercolour Printmaking
JCHAC LABYRINTH
Friends of JCHAC are welcome to walk the Labyrinth as often as you like during Gallery hours. The Labyrinth is also available by appointment and invitation.
To become a Friend of JCHAC click here Friendship Program for 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.
Labyrinth Hours: 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 near the Sign In sheet. Friends of JCHAC disregard.
Sign In: You are requested to sign in before each walk. There is a sign in sheet when you first enter the Gallery.
Parking: Please park in the designated parking area next to the Gallery. On foot go past the Gallery, over the footbridge and look for an indicator on your left to follow the path to the meadow where the Labyrinth is located.
Length of Walk: The walk in is 1.2 km and the same out. Depending on your pace and length of time you choose to spend at the center it will take you 45-60 minutes. If a hot day remember to bring water with you.
Gift yourself a time out. We invite you to turn off your cell phones and the buzz of everyday life and come for a walk. The sounds you will clearly hear are those of nature. The sense of calm after a meditative walk - priceless.
DRUM CIRCLES - INTUITIVE DRUMMING
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each Month
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
 The next drum circles will be held on October 8th and 22nd. In the spirit of a drumming circle all ages and experience levels are welcomed.You will be led by John and Joanna 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!
Offering: $10.00 per participant in gratitude of use of the space at JCHAC
No need to preregister. Show up day of and sign in with Peaches.
For additional information contact: Joshua Creek Arts or Evolving Families
NEW
INTRODUCTION TO HAND DRUMMING
Every Third Tuesday of the Month starting October 15th
JCHAC in conjunction with Evolving Families is proud to announce the Fall 2013 sessions of Introduction To Hand Drumming. These fun-focused sessions are geared towards participants 12 years of age or older. No previous musical skills are required.
Session objectives include:
 � Having Fun !! � Basic drumming techniques
� Instant gratification (make music within minutes)
� Developing your own "drumming language"
� Tips for participating in drum circles (how to be a better musician)
� How to boost your creativity
� Creating your own rhythms
Techniques will focus primarily on the Djembe, a floor-standing, knee-height drum. Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre has 14 drums available for students (please reserve one of our drums when you register, if you need one). You can rent a Djembe from Long and McQuade for $15 per month. Other drums are also welcome.
DATE: Every third Tuesday beginning Tuesday, October 15, 2013.
TIME: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
COST: $20.00 per person, per session
NOTE: Each session builds on concepts learned in the previous sessions, Attending the first session will ground you for the subsequent sessions. Instruction in English only.
Instructor Steve Makohin is a lover of music, percussion, and "life philosophy." He is a regular performer with The Naked Beat and V.I.B.E. Drummers, and is currently writing a book on finding lasting happiness.
BRING YOUR LOVE OF MUSIC TO JCHAC
Keep tuned in for upcoming news on the opportunity an afternoon at JCHAC to express yourself though music.
We have a pianist to accompany those who would like to sing. All abilities welcome.... stressing all abilities!
If you prefer not sing you can tap your feet or shake your booty. You also have the choice to just come, sit back, listen and be part of our audience.
If you play a musical instrument you may bring it along to enhance your afternoon.
Join us for our first get together on Monday September 30th in the gallery from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
For additional information contact Maria at 905-845-0495.
WHAT'S NEW AT JCHAC
JCHAC LEGACY
 With Sybil's assistance each month we would like to add factoids of Joshua Creek so that we all may have a deeper understanding of it's heritage and evolution into the oasis we enjoy today. "Our intent is to honor the pioneers who once lived here. JCHAC is an oasis, breathing space as the urbanization of Oakville accelerates."
When Gordon Joyce died, Hugh Calverley from the next door farm came to the auction, and bought the present property of Joshua Creek in 1950. He discovered that banks did not give mortgages for farms but his army friend Leslie Bradley of the General Store at Postville (Dundas and 7th Line) helped him out. Son Michael, back from WW2 and graduated from Guelph in Agriculture began farming both farms. The house had been neglected for many years and Michael and his bride Gwen rebuilt it from the foundation up - and then left for Alberta. Hugh loved the house and felt there was something very special about it and continued with the renovation helped by his neighbours, Gordon Post and Bill Watson. In 1955 Sybil and her new husband Leo Rampen took over the mortgage and have lived here ever since.
FUTURE GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
 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. 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 for more information.
TEA TIME AT JOSHUA CREEK
 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 for more information.
OTHER IMPORTANT NEWS AND UPDATES
THANKSGIVING  British explorer Martin Frobisher is credited with holding the first Canadian Thanksgiving - in Newfoundland - to mark his safe return from an unsuccessful search for the Northwest Passage. But aboriginal groups (both in Canada and the United States) have long traditions of holding thanksgiving ceremonies to commemorate abundant harvests. Settler groups later copied this custom, beginning in the early 17th century at New France, under Samuel de Champlain. The turkey is thought to have graced Canadian groaning boards after the arrival of United Empire Loyalists from America in the 18th century. The date of the holiday, however, has fluctuated, and was only fixed - as the second Monday in October - in 1957. It's a statutory holiday everywhere, except in Atlantic Canada.
OCTOBER GALLERY CLOSURES Due to special events at JCHAC the Gallery will be closed on Saturday October 19. JCHAC FACILITY RENTALS
If you are looking for a venue to hold a celebration or special event; 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 email or call 905-257-4730.
FRIENDSHIP PROGRAM
We extend an invitation to be a "Friend of JCHAC". Help preserve this pocket Eden with its historic buildings and 20,000 year old valley. The 1827 Art Gallery is dedicated to emerging artists, artists with challenges and to community outreach.
To find out more on how you can help, click here for "Friends of JCHAC".
New Friends this Month
Poppy Friend
Brigita Roube
Iris Friend
Mary Lyons
VOLUNTEERS
Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre is grateful for the volunteers that contribute their time to us. If you would like to become a volunteer at JCHAC or would like more information on volunteering please email Bill Hewitt.
Click here for our Volunteer Information Form.
About the Joshua Creek Heritage Art CentreFor 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
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