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SUMMARY:McMichael En Plein Air Competition Call for Artists 2023
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR ARTISTS\nEn Plein Air Competition\nOrganized by McMichael Canadian Art Collection\n\nCompetition Dates\nSunday July 30 to Tuesday October 10\, 2023 \nArt Submission Deadline\nThursday\, October 12\, 2023\, by 5 pm EST \nProject Description\nThe McMichael is thrilled to announce the return of the annual En Plein Air Competition. During the course of the competition\, between July 30 and October 10\, artists are invited to work en plein air anywhere on the McMichael grounds\, in and around the charming Village of Kleinburg and in the historic Humber River Valley along the Toronto Carrying Place Trail\, one of the most historically important Indigenous trading routes in North America. \nInspired by Tom Thomson: North Star\, the En Plein Air Competition provides a lively testimony to the continuing relevancy of outdoor painting. In the spirit of this iconic painter\, we encourage the artists to look beyond the picturesque\, and to provide visual evidence how progressive climate change and growing urbanization/industrialization affect the natural environment. \nFrom the unruly growth of invasive plants to the gradual change of the forest character from Boreal to Carolinian\, the effects of human interference in nature cannot be ignored any longer. Let the 2023 En Plein Air competition become a call for action to preserve the fragile beauty of the natural environment. \nBetween Sunday\, July 30\, and Tuesday\, October 10\, 2023\, any artists who are interested in participating are invited to set up their canvases on the McMichael grounds\, in Kleinburg Village and along the shores of the Humber River.\nSubmitted artworks could use any two-dimensional medium\, such as drawing\, painting\, printmaking or mixed media. \nFinally\, any artwork created within and depicting the Village of Kleinburg will be considered for the special Kleinburg Village Prize. It’s time to get out there and create your masterpiece. Best of luck to all! \nCompetition Process \n\nBetween Sunday\, July 30 and Tuesday\, October 10\, 2023\, artists will be encouraged to work on the McMichael’s grounds. We also encourage the artists to set their canvases in Kleinburg Village and along the shores of the Humber River. \nPlease note that during this period the artists will be provided with free parking and access to the grounds upon demand. However\, access to the gallery spaces require a general admission ticket. \nPlease note that artists are responsible for bringing their own art supplies including materials\, easels\, seating etc. \nThe artworks produced during the competition will belong to the artists. The McMichael reserves the right to use image(s) for virtual exhibition and promotional purposes. \nCompetition Categories \n\nChildren & Youth Artists\n6 to 18 years old LEARN MORE\nChildren and youth are welcome to submit their works in two age-based categories \n\nChildren: 6 to 12 years old\n Youth: 13 to 18 years old\n\nOnly one work can be submitted per participant in any two-dimensional medium of the artist’s choice. However\, please note that works on canvas/panel should measure 16 x 20 inches only and works on paper should adhere to following sizes only: 11 x 14\, 14 x 18 and 22 x 28 inches. \nAdult Artists \n18+ years old LEARN MORE\nArtists 18+ years old are invited to produce and submit one work per participant in any of the two medium categories: \n\nWorks on canvas/panel (format 16 x 20 inches only)\nWorks on paper (format 11 x 14 or 14 x 18 inches)\n\nAny size variation must be authorized by our staff. If for any reason you prefer a different size\, please contact:  programs@mcmichael.com. \nARTWORK SUBMISSION PROCESS & REQUIREMENT\nDeadline: Thursday\, October 12\, 2023\, by 5 pm  \nPlease submit entries for consideration using the online form: ARTWORK SUBMISSION. \nInformation required when submitting an entry:  \n\nGoogle account (image upload requires sign-in) \nArtist’s full name \nArtist’s age range \nArtwork title \nArtwork dimensions \nArtwork medium \nArtist’s statement (100 words max.) \nJPG image\, 72 dpi\, 1024 x 768 pixels; label all image files in the following format: Number_Category_Artist-Name_Artwork-Title.jpg (ex. 01_Work-on-Canvas_John-Smith_Birch-Trees.jpg) \n\nSUBMIT HERE BEFORE OCT 12ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION PROCESS\nELIGIBILITY   \nFor the Adult Category participants must be practicing artists\, aged 18 years and older\, specializing in the landscape and/or the urban scene genres. \nFor the Children/Youth Category participants must be of age specified in their category and submit works that were executed without the third-party assistance. \nPlease note that the McMichael permanent\, part-time\, and contracted staff are not eligible for this competition. \nSELECTION PROCESS  \nThe selection/advisory committee is comprised of practicing artists\, McMichael Educators\, and members of the Gallery’s curatorial team. \nThe committee will review applications in two rounds: \n\nFirst round ending with the announcement of the shortlisted artists on Thursday\, October 26\, 2023\nSecond round ending with the announcement of awards at the celebratory event on Sunday February 11\, 2024\, at 1 pm\n\nSelections will be made based on the artistic merit of presented artworks and how well they reflect the character of the competition. \n  \nAWARDS & EXHIBITIONS\nIn the first round of jurying up to 10 in each category will be shortlisted. The shortlisted artists will be announced on Thursday\, October 26\, 2023. \nAll selected works will be displayed at the Community Gallery and online from mid-December 2023 to April 2024. \nThe shortlisted artists will be responsible for providing high-resolution photography of their artwork to be displayed in an online virtual exhibition on the McMichael’s website and to deliver the physical work to the McMichael for the on-site exhibition. \nThe dates of the drop-off will be provided at the time of the shortlist announcement. \nIn the second round of jurying\, up to three artists will be named First\, Second\, and Third Prize winners in each category through a jury comprised of the Gallery’s curators\, educators\, and artists from the community. \nAn additional Kleinburg Award will be awarded to the best artwork depicting the Village. Please note that no specific submission for this last award is required. \nA People’s Choice Award will be awarded based on QR code polling of gallery visitors during the exhibition of the shortlisted works. \nThe award winners will be announced during an in-person celebration of this competition on Sunday February 11\, 2024. \nINSURANCE & PUBLICITY\nThe selected applicants will be required to sign a release form permitting the use of their images in the virtual exhibition hosted on the McMichael’s website and promoting the McMichael En Plein Air Competition. \nThe artworks produced during the competition will belong to the artists. The McMichael reserves the right to use image(s) for a virtual exhibition and for promotional purposes. \n\nProgram Dates & Highlights\n\n    \n        \n        \n        \n        \n        \n        \n         \n\n       \n        \n        COMPETITION DATES\n        July 30 - October 10\, 2023\n        \n          \n        ARTWORK SUBMISSION DEADLINE\n        October 12\, 2023\, by 5 pm EST\n        	\n  \n        SELECTION PROCESS\n        October 26\, 2023\n        \n \n        WINNERS ANNOUNCED\n        February 11\, 2024 \n        \n\n        \n        \n        ×Your Content Goes Here\nYour Content Goes Here \nClose
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SUMMARY:Art Bus 2023
DESCRIPTION:Art Bus 2023New dates added for the Art Bus! Travel in comfort from downtown Toronto to the McMichael on Fridays\, Saturdays and Sundays. By popular demand the Art Bus will continue for two final weekends in December: December 8\, 9\, 10 and 15\, 16\, 17\, 2023. \nTo the McMichael: The Art Bus departs St. George Station (Bedford Road exit) at 10:30 am\, making one stop at Vaughan Metropolitan Centre on Line 1 (NEW for 2023!) at approximately 11:15 am. \nReturn from the McMichael: The Art Bus departs the McMichael at 3:30 pm\, making one stop at Vaughan Metropolitan Centre on Line 1 at approximately 3:50 pm with a final stop at St. George Station. \nPlease expect your trip to take about an hour each way. Once you’ve purchased your ticket\, check out the maps and details below for pick up location. On the day of your trip\, just look for the coach with a big McMichael Art Bus sign on the side! \nGet ART BUS TICKETSTickets are first come\, first served. Combo tickets include Art Bus access and Gallery Admission. (Member tickets include Art Bus access only. Member admission is free.) \nNot a Member? Join today and save! \nContact Us\nFor assistance and inquiries please contact the Marketing and Communications Support at: \nartbus@mcmichael.com \n 647-203-2469 \nContact Us\nFor assistance and inquiries please contact the Marketing and Communications Support at: \nartbus@mcmichael.com \nVaughan International Music Festival\nThe McMichael is proud to be a Community Partner of the Vaughan International Music Festival! Hop on the McMichael Art Bus on August 18 or 19 and make it a double-header! The music festival takes place at  Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC)\, the Art Bus’s first return stop\, and starts at 5 pm on Friday and noon on Saturday. Tickets are free and click here to see the full lineup. But make sure you plan your route home! The Art Bus will be heading back downtown after stopping at VMC on its usual return schedule. \nDates\n\nFriday\, Saturdays and Sundays \nOne final weekend available in December! \nDecember 15\, 16\, 17\, 2023 \nProgram Cost\n\nRound trip from St. George Station (STG)\, Bedford Road exit: \n$15 + Gallery Admission \n\nRound trip from Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC): \n$10 + Gallery Admission \nDeparture Times\n\nTo the McMichael: 10:30 am  \nSt. George Station (10:30 am\, Bedford Rd exit)Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (11:15 am)McMichael (11:35 am) \n\nReturn from McMichael: 3:30 pm \nMcMichael (3:30 pm)Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (3:50 pm)St. George Station (4:30 pm) \nView VMC MapView St. George Map\n \nPickup Locations\nSTG – St George Station Pickup Location – Bedford Road Exit \nThe pickup location at St George Station (STG) will be along Bedford Rd. at the subway stations Bedford Exit. \n VMC – Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Pickup Location \nSt. George (STG) Map\n \nVaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) Map\n \nThe pickup location at Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) will be in the Passenger Pickup and Drop-Off Zone along New Park Place just outside of subway station. Look for the Penguin Pickup location and the bus will be near there. \nSupported by\n \nFeaturing a variety of art\, cultural and music festivals\, along with community events\, Vaughan has so much to see and do. Find everything you need to shop\, dine and stay in Vaughan!
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SUMMARY:McMichael En Plein Air Competition Call for Artists 2022
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR ARTISTS\nEn Plein Air Competition\nOrganized by McMichael Canadian Art Collection\n \nCompetition Dates\nSaturday July 30 to Monday October 10\, 2022 \nArt Submission Deadline\nWednesday\, October 12\, 2022\, by 5 pm EST \nProject Description\nThe McMichael is thrilled to announce the return of the annual En Plein Air Competition. During the course of the competition\, between July 30 and October 10\, artists are invited to work en plein air anywhere on the McMichael grounds\, in and around the charming Village of Kleinburg and in the historic Humber River Valley along the Toronto Carrying Place Trail\, one of the most historically important Indigenous trading routes in North America.  \nNew in 2022 is the addition of two categories for young artists. We can’t wait to see Canada’s finest young talents!  \nFinally\, any artwork created within and depicting the Village of Kleinburg will be considered for the special Kleinburg Village Prize. It’s time to get out there and create your masterpiece. Best of luck to all!   \nCompetition Process \n\nBetween Saturday\, July 30\, and Monday\, October 10\, 2022\, any artists who are interested in participating are invited to set up their canvases on the McMichael grounds\, in Kleinburg Village and along the shores of the Humber River.    \nPlease note that the artists are responsible for bringing their own art supplies including materials\, easels\, seating etc.    \nThe artworks produced during the competition will belong to the artists. The McMichael reserves the right to use image(s) for a virtual exhibition and for promotional purposes.   \nCompetition Categories \n\nNEW! Children & Youth Artists  LEARN MORE\nThis year\, children and youth are welcome to submit their works in two age-based categories  \n\nChildren: 6 to 12 years old \nYouth: 13 to 18 years old\n\n\nPlease note that only one work per participant may be submitted in either of the following categories:  \n\nWorks on canvas/panel (format 16 x 20 inches only) \nWorks on paper (format 11 x 14\, 14 x 18 or 22 x 28 inches) \n\nAdult Artists   LEARN MORE\nArtists 18+ years old are invited to produce and submit one work per participant in any of the two medium categories:   \n\nWorks on canvas/panel (format 16 x 20 inches only) \nWorks on paper (format 11 x 14 or 14 x 18 inches) \n\nAny size variation must be authorized by our staff. If you prefer a different size\, please contact: programs@mcmichael.com  \nARTWORK SUBMISSION PROCESS & REQUIREMENT\nDeadline: Wednesday October 12\, 2022\, by 5 pm  \nPlease submit entries for consideration using the online form: ARTWORK SUBMISSION. \nInformation required when submitting an entry:  \n\nGoogle account (image upload requires sign-in) \nArtist’s full name \nArtist’s age range \nArtwork title \nArtwork dimensions \nArtwork medium \nArtist’s statement (100 words max.) \nJPG image\, 72 dpi\, 1024 x 768 pixels; label all image files in the following format: Number_Category_Artist-Name_Artwork-Title.jpg (ex. 01_Work-on-Canvas_John-Smith_Birch-Trees.jpg) \n\nSUBMIT HERE BEFORE OCT 12ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION PROCESS\nELIGIBILITY   \nPlease note that McMichael’s permanent\, part-time and contracted staff are not eligible for this competition.  \nSELECTION PROCESS  \nThe selection/advisory committee is comprised of practicing artists\, McMichael Educators and members of the Gallery’s curatorial team.   \nThe committee will review applications in two rounds:   \n\nFirst round ending with the announcement of the shortlisted artists on Wednesday\, October 26\, 2022  \nSecond round ending with the announcement of awards at the celebratory event on Sunday February 19\, 2023 at 1 pm\n\n\nSelections will be made based on the artistic merit of presented artworks and how well they reflect the character of the competition.  \n  \nAWARDS & EXHIBITIONS\nIn the first round of jurying\, up to 10 artists in each category will be shortlisted. The shortlisted artists will be announced on Wednesday\, October 26\, 2022.   \nAll selected works will be displayed at the Community Gallery on and online from mid-December 2022 to April 2023.  \nThe shortlisted artists will be responsible for providing high-resolution photography of their artwork to be displayed in an online virtual exhibition on the McMichael’s website and to deliver the physical work to the McMichael for the on-site exhibition.   \nThe dates of the drop-off will be provided at the time of the shortlist announcement.   \nIn the second round of jurying\, up to three artists will be named the First\, Second\, and Third Prize winners in each category through a jury comprised of the Gallery’s curators\, educators\, and artists from the community.   \nAn additional Kleinburg Village Prize will be awarded to the best artwork depicting the Village. Please note that no specific submission for this last award is required.  \nA People’s Choice Award will be awarded based on QR code polling of gallery visitors during the exhibition of the shortlisted works.   \nThe award winners will be announced at a special in-person celebration of this competition on Sunday February 19\, 2023.  \nINSURANCE & PUBLICITY\nThe selected applicants will be required to sign a release form permitting the use of their images in the virtual exhibition hosted on the McMichael’s website\, as well as other marketing materials and platforms promoting the McMichael En Plein Air Competition.   \n\nProgram Dates & Highlights\n\n    \n        \n        \n        \n        \n        \n        \n         \n\n       \n        \n        COMPETITION DATES\n        July 30 - October 10\, 2022\n        \n          \n        ARTWORK SUBMISSION DEADLINE\n        October 12\, 2022\, by 5 pm EST\n        	\n  \n        SELECTION PROCESS\n        October 26\, 2022\n        \n \n        WINNERS ANNOUNCED\n        February 19\, 2023 \n        \n\n        \n        \n        ×Your Content Goes Here\nYour Content Goes Here \nClose
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SUMMARY:En Plein Air CompetitionCall for Artists
DESCRIPTION:En Plein Air Competition\nCALL FOR ARTISTS\nOrganized by McMichael Canadian Art Collection\n\nApplication Deadline\nFriday\, August 20 by 5 pm \nApply nowCompetition Dates\nSaturday\, August 28 to Sunday\, September 26 \nCompetition Description\nThe McMichael is pleased to invite the community to join the 2021 En Plein Air Competition. With COVID-19 related safety guidelines still in place\, this year’s competition will not take place over one weekend\, as it did in prior years. Instead\, this year’s competition will take place over the course of a longer period to allow for social-distancing while also providing artists with more time to work on their masterpieces! \nAs with previous iterations of the En Plein Air Competition\, the McMichael is inviting artists to celebrate the legacy of the Humber River by responding to the natural and cultural heritage through art in two distinct mediums: \n\nWorks on canvas/panel\nWorks on paper\n\nSuccessful applicants for the 2021 En Plein Air Competition will be able to return to the grounds over the course of a month to capture and share their unique vision of the Humber River Valley. \nApplication Process & Requirements \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, August 20 by 5 pm \nPlease complete the Online Application Form. Questions can be directed to competitions@mcmichael.com. \nTo apply\, artists are required to submit the following: \n\nArtist information and a short artist’s biography (100 word maximum)\nJPEG images of a maximum of two completed examples of your previous works; 72 dpi\, 1024 x 768 pixels; label image files with a number\, your name and title of piece (ex. 01_JohnSmith_BirchTrees.jpg)\n\nSuccessful applicants will be contacted by email on August 25 by 5 pm. Please note\, the registration confirmation email will be sent only to successful applicants. Also\, the McMichael is only accepting online submissions at this time. We thank you for your understanding. \nApply nowCompetition & Submission Process\nBetween Saturday\, August 28 and Sunday\, September 26 all registered artists (those who were deemed successful applicants) will be granted free parking for easy access of the McMichael’s grounds. Artists are also encouraged to set up their easels within the Village of Kleinburg and along the shores of the Humber River. In keeping with the spirit of the genre\, artworks must be created en plein air in one of these three locations. Minor touch ups in studio are acceptable. \nTo remain eligible for the En Plein Air Competition\, the McMichael requires that registered artists provide their artworks in either of the following sizes: \n\n16″ x 20″ for works on canvas\n11″ x 14″ for works on paper\n\nArtists desiring to work in different sizes must indicate their preference within their application. Any size variation must be pre-approved by McMichael staff. \nAccepted applicants to the competition will be sent an email with instructions on how to submit their en plein air entries for the show\, to a maximum of 3 submissions per artist. Competition artwork submissions are due by October 3\, 5 pm EST. \nAwards and Exhibition\nIn the first round of jurying\, up to 15 artists in each category will be shortlisted. Each of the selected artist will be included in the exhibition presented in the McMichael’s Community Gallery and on mcmichael.com. \nUp to three artists from each category will be named First\, Second and Third Prize winners through a jury comprised of the Gallery’s curators\, educators and associate community artists. An additional Kleinburg Award will be given to the best artwork depicting the distinctive landscape of Kleinburg in each category. \nA special Young Artist Award will be given at this year’s competition within the 18–25 age category. \nA pair of People’s Choice Awards will be given to two artworks as nominated by online and in-gallery visitors. \nAll of the participating artists will be responsible for providing a high-resolution photo of their artwork by October 3. The photographs will be used to display the artwork in an online exhibition at mcmichael.com. \nA final group of shortlisted artists will be selected to display their works in-gallery as well as online. Selected artists will be notified by email on October 16 at 5 pm EST. Participants will be responsible for arranging for the transportation and drop-off of their artwork at the Gallery prior to October 23\, in preparation for the in-gallery exhibition. \nThe in-gallery and online exhibitions will be on view from October 30\, 2021 to April 3\, 2022 and will feature short artist statements. \nThe final award winners will be announced on Saturday\, October 30\, 2021. \nGeneral Information\nThe artworks produced during the competition will belong to the artists. The McMichael reserves the right to use image(s) for documental and promotional purposes. \nThe artists will be responsible for art supplies used during the competitions such as materials\, easels\, etc. \nThe McMichael Canadian Art Collection will cover exhibition costs (framing\, exhibition panel\, labeling and production of promotional material)\, and opening reception expenditures. \nEligibility\nParticipants must be practicing artists\, aged 18 years+\, specializing in landscape and/or the urban scene genre. \nPlease note that the McMichael’s grounds provide several fully accessible places and facilities. However\, some areas are not wheelchair accessible. The McMichael Café and washrooms will be open for visiting artists. Information will be provided to artists in order to gain access to gallery spaces as a timed-ticket is required. \nSelection Process\nThe selection/advisory committee (jury) is comprised of practicing artists\, McMichael art educators\, curators\, associate artists and members of the Kleinburg BIA. The committee will review applications and select artists specializing in acrylic/oil\, and in each of the drawing and watercolour categories. Selections will be made based on the merit of presented artworks and how well they align with the competition character as well as the ability of the applicant to complete the project. \nThe committee will review applications in two rounds. The first round concludes with the announcement of the shortlisted artists on Saturday\, October 16. The second round concludes with the announcement of awards on Saturday\, October 30. \nInsurance and Publicity\nThe McMichael Canadian Art Collection is covered under the Ontario government’s protection program for claims by third parties for bodily injuries\, property damage\, and personal injury liability. \nThe selected applicants will be required to sign a release form for the use of images in promoting the McMichael En Plein Air Competition.
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SUMMARY:Call for Artisans & Designers
DESCRIPTION:The Makers’ Market Online Auction is NOW OPEN! BID NOWAuction closes March 19\, 2021\nMcMichael Makers’ Market\n\nApplication Deadline\nFebruary 1\, 2021\n\nAuctions Dates\nFebruary 22 to March 12\, 2021\nAbout the Market\nThe McMichael Makers’ Market is an online auction featuring Indigenous and Canadian artisans\, designers and makers with proceeds going to support the art of Canada. Participants will earn 50% of each sale while the remainder will go towards supporting the Gallery’s core mission\, including exhibitions\, educational outreach and public programs. It’s our way of giving back to small\, independent Indigenous and Canadian designers and makers who contribute so much to the cultural life of our communities. \nSelection Criteria\nThe Makers’ Market Online Auction will offer a variety of high-quality\, one-of-kind items made by Indigenous and Canadian artisans. Items may include beading\, ceramics\, decorative sculpture\, glass\, jewelry\, leather\, metal\, paper\, plastic/resin\, pottery\, stone\, textile\, wax\, weaving\, and woodworking. Please note\, paintings and other forms of visual art (including photography) are excluded from this auction. Items must be in impeccable condition\, ready-made but not mass-produced\, and must not infringe on any copyrights or trademarks. All items must be priced with a minimum retail value of $50. \nHow Does it Work?1. Apply\nSubmit your application through our online form including high-res images of 3 to 5 items that will be included in the auction. Please do not send physical samples. \nSubmit an application at \nmcmichael.com/MakersMarket-Application  \nwith details on items and required images  \nby February 1\, 2021. \n2. Selection Committee\nApplications will be evaluated for quality\, uniqueness and diversity by a selection committee comprised of Executive Director Ian Dejardin\, Chief Curator Sarah Milroy\, Manager of Retail Sales Jane Cathers\, designer Dyonne Fashina\, and other professionals including Debra Fenwick\, owner of Fenwick Designs; Eric Pearson\, Designer; and Alexa Kinney\, Autumn Art Sale juror. \n3. Auction Management\nThe McMichael will create webpages for each item on the auction website and will oversee the administration\, communication\, and promotion of the auction to our audiences to get the highest possible bids for your items. \n4. Payment & Delivery\nWhen the auction closes\, McMichael will process the sales and e-transfer participants their share (50/50 split). Artisans will be responsible for arranging delivery or pick-up of items directly with the purchaser. Auction winners are responsible for paying shipping costs directly to the artisan. \nBenefits of ParticipatingNo Fee\nNo upfront costs or donated inventory necessary. \nExposure\nReach 7\,500 McMichael members and 1\,500 patrons. \nPromotion\nIncludes targeted social media ads (70\,000+ art-enthusiasts)\, online auction platform (100\,000 reach)\, mcmichael.com website feature page\, outreach through our Foundation Board\, Board of Trustees and Women’s Art Council\, and promotion in the McMichael newsletter (14\,000 subscribers). \nHow to ApplySubmit an application at mcmichael.com/MakersMarket-Application with details on items and required images by February 1\, 2021.
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/call-for-artisans-designers/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200824
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SUMMARY:Virtual En Plein Air Competition
DESCRIPTION: Virtual En Plein Air Competition\nCall for artists\nOrganized by McMichael Canadian Art Collection\nSupported by Central Counties Tourism\nCompetition Dates\nJuly 1 – August 23\, 2020\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, August 23\, 2020 by 5 pm \nCompetition Description\nIn the time of travel restrictions and social distancing due to COVID-19\, a personal and creative connection to nature has become even more important for health and wellbeing. \nThis year’s special virtual installment of the McMichael En Plein Air Competition invites artists to participate in this beloved annual tradition by looking to natural sites easily accessible from home. Locations could be a personal garden\, where Group of Seven members J.E.H MacDonald and Arthur Lismer found inspiration\, or an urban wilderness. After all\, the famous Franklin Carmichael painting October Gold\, is based on the artist’s sketch from the Lansing area\, located just a few streets away from Carmichael’s home on Cameron Avenue in northern Toronto. \nWhile for the last several years the McMichael’s grounds and the adjacent Humber River Valley have provided inspiration for the competing artists\, this year’s virtual edition allows us to extend the competition to artists\, and landscapes\, around the country. For those who live close by\, we sincerely hope that the valley as well as the gallery grounds will re-open to the public later in July. As soon as the grounds reopen\, artists will be welcome to come and make art. \nArtists are invited to produce works in three medium categories: \n\nWorks on canvas/panel\nWorks on paper\nDigital photography\n\n \nAwards and Exhibition\nIn the first round of jurying\, up to 15 artists in each category will be shortlisted. All selected artists will participate in the virtual exhibition presented on the McMichael’s website. \nIn the second round of jurying\, up to three artists will be named First\, Second\, and Third Prize winners in each category through a jury comprised of the gallery’s curators\, educators\, and artists from the community. \nA special Young Artist Award will be given this year to an artist between 18 and 25. \nThree special People’s Choice Awards will encourage visitors to participate online and to choose their favourite work by voting in each category. \nThe shortlisted artists will be announced on August 31\, 2020. The award winners will be announced on September 4th\, 2020. \nThe online exhibition will be displayed from September 18\, 2020 to January 4\, 2021. The display will include the artists’ statements and bio. \nThe winners will be responsible for providing a high-resolution photograph of their artwork that will be displayed in an online virtual exhibition on the McMichael’s website. \n \nGeneral Information\nThe artworks produced during the competition will belong to the artists. The McMichael reserves the right to use image(s) for virtual exhibition and promotional purposes. \nThe artists will be responsible for art supplies used during the competitions such as materials\, easels\, etc. \n \nApplication Process & Submission Requirements\nArtists are required to submit all of the following: \n\nA short artist’s bio (100 word maximum)\nArtist Statement related that includes discussion of the location depicted in the artworks submitted (250 words maximum)\nJPG images of maximum two completed works; 72 dpi\, 1024 X 768 pixels\, label image files with a number\, your name and title of piece (ex. 01_JohnSmith_BirchTrees).\n\nOnly email submissions will be considered. Include all documents and images as attachments (no zip files). The subject line of your submission must read “McMichael En Plein Air Competition.” Email submissions to competitions@mcmichael.com by Sunday\, August 23\, 2020.  \n \nEligibility\nParticipants must be practicing artists\, aged 18 years and older\, specializing in landscape and/or urban scene genres. \n \nSelection Process\nThe selection/advisory committee is comprised of practicing artists\, McMichael art educators and members of the gallery’s curatorial team. The committee will review applications in two rounds: first round ending with the announcement of the shortlisted artists on Monday\, August 31\, 2020 and the second round ending with the announcement of awards on Friday\, September 4\, 2020. \nSelections will be made based on the artistic merit of presented artworks and how well they align with the competition character. \n \nNotification\nOnly shortlisted participants will be notified by August 31\, 2020 by email. \n \nInsurance and Publicity\nThe selected applicants will be required to sign a release form permitting the use of their images in the virtual exhibition hosted on the McMichael’s website and promoting the McMichael En Plein Air Competition. The selected applicants will be required to sign a release form for the use of images in promoting the McMichael En Plein Air Competition.
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/virtual-en-plein-air/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200126
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
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SUMMARY:Art Bus 2019
DESCRIPTION:Details\nDeparture\n11 am | 80 Spadina Ave.\, Toronto\nThe Art Bus will depart from downtown Toronto\, promptly at 11 am. \nReturn\n4 pm | McMichael Canadian Art Collection\nThe Art Bus will depart from the McMichael\, returning to 80 Spadina Ave. promptly at 4 pm. \nPlease bring a printed or digital copy of your ticket to display at the McMichael admissions desk. \nFeatured Event\n\n @  –  \n\n \nView event
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/art-bus-2019-january-25/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="McMichael":MAILTO:info@mcmichael.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20190524T161347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T011100Z
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SUMMARY:Stewart Legere: Sing With the Birds Who Stay
DESCRIPTION:Stewart Legere: Sing With the Birds Who Stay\n\nSunday\, November 24\, 2019\n\n2pm\nEast Coast Songwriter SeriesSusan CroweStephen FearingAbout the concert\nAn intimate and open-hearted afternoon of songs\, stories\, and moving images. Legere will share songs from his acclaimed 2017 release Quiet the Station\, songs from the motion picture Splinters\, a sneak peek of new songs from upcoming theatre work\, poems\, and a video piece created specifically for this occasion. \nThis concert is part of the East Coast Songwriter Series. \nAbout the artist\nStewart Legere is an artist from Halifax/Kji’puktuk. He is a vocalist with orchestral pop outfit The Heavy Blinkers and in 2017 released his debut solo album Quiet The Station and composes for theatre and film. He makes live performances (mostly) with Zuppa Theatre Co. and The Accidental Mechanics Group. An avid and passionate collaborator\, his work is fascinated with sexuality\, vulnerability\, intimacy\, the destruction of persona and the celebration of performance. He is currently an artist-in-residence at The Theatre Centre in Toronto. \nEast Coast Songwriter Series\nInspired by East Coast storytelling traditions\, this series will feature emerging Nova Scotia musicians and seasoned performers known for their narrative gifts and musicality. \nPlease note that our Summer 2019 Gallery Guide incorrectly states that this is a free event.\nWe apologize for this error and thank you for your understanding. ×Tickets will be available for purchase at the door on the day of the event. Please note ticket sales are non-refundable. \nTravelling from downtown Toronto?\nHop on the Art Bus!\nLearn moreTravelling from downtown Toronto?\nHop on the Art Bus!\nLearn more
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/stewart-legere/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191006T183000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20190821T210257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T011133Z
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SUMMARY:The Woods Are Burning
DESCRIPTION:The Woods Are Burning\n\nSunday\, October 6\n\n4 to 6:30 pm\nAbout the event\nIn The Woods Are Burning\, novelist and poet Anne Michaels and singer-songwriter David Sereda lead a stellar ensemble to celebrate the life\, art and passion of Tom Thomson. \nOver a century ago\, Thomson’s painting and spirit galvanized his fellow Canadian artists\, many of whom would later become the Group of Seven. Thomson\, the Group of Seven and their contemporaries would change the way we see our country. \nThe Woods are Burning follows Thomson’s journey his childhood singing in the church choir\, wandering the woods and fishing in the bay\, to his years in Toronto with the friends who would become the Group of Seven\, and north to Algonquin Park\, where he finds his true calling as an artist. The intricate weaving of spoken word and songs will show audiences a side of Thomson rarely discussed: joyous\, yearning\, restless\, humble\, light-hearted and very aware of his own mortality. \nAbove all\, The Woods Are Burning strives to interpret and understand the passion which drove Thomson to create paintings that continue to captivate audiences around the world. \nTo attend this event please RSVP below.  \n\n“Tom did not romanticize the northern landscape. He took it in\, as one eats when one is starving\, or drinks when one is parched. In the last years of his short life\, each sketch was a draining of the glass. He could not have known he had no time left\, but he painted as if he knew.” – text from “The Woods Are Burning” by Anne Michaels \n\n“These songs are responses to Tom the man\, the guy who loved fishing\, who lived to paint but hated talking about painting\, who loved singing. He was made into both hero and martyr and controversy hangs over his puzzling death: this also pumps up the legend status. But here’s the true mystery to me: how did Tom Thomson paint those brilliant works in the span of five years?” – David Sereda \nThe ensemble features readings by Anne Michaels\, and music by David Sereda (piano and vocals)\, Keira McArthur (cello and vocals)\, Sandra Swannell (violin and vocals)\, Terry Young (mandolin and vocals) and Tyler Wagler (bass and vocals). \nThis two-act performance begins in front of the Thomson Shack (weather permitting) and\, as the autumn evening falls\, continues for the second act in Gallery 8. \nTravelling from downtown Toronto?\nHop on the Art Bus!\nLearn moreUnfortunately the RSVP list for this event is full. \nWalk-in seats will be offered on the day of the event subject to availability. ×
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/the-woods-are-burning/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190826
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20190717T204826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T142422Z
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SUMMARY:En Plein Air Paint Out Weekend
DESCRIPTION: En Plein Air Paint Out Weekend\nThe McMichael’s En Plein Air Painting Competition returns this year following a resounding success in 2018. Artists of all skill levels are invited to set their easels on the McMichael’s grounds and in Kleinburg Village to create art inspired by the beautiful Humber River Valley. Visitors are welcome to observe the artists at work throughout the weekend\, from 10 am to 5 pm. Sign up for the En Plein Air Competition here. Enter the Humber River Photo Contest here. \nSaturday\, August 24\n10 am – 5 pm | En Plein Air contestants painting \nSunday\, August 25\n11 am\, 12\, 1 & 2 pm | En Plein Air Family Art Challenges (register on-site) \n3 – 5 pm | Artwork on display \n5:15 pm | Awards Ceremony\, En Plein Air Competition & Humber River Photo Contest \nProudly Supported By:\nOntario Plein Air Society\n \nKleinburg BIA\n \nFriends of the Greenbelt Foundation
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/en-plein-air-paint-out-weekend/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20190531T155335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T183521Z
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SUMMARY:Father's Day Shuttle Bus
DESCRIPTION:Free Shuttle Bus\nThe McMichael is pleased to offer visitors complimentary transportation from downtown Toronto to its grounds in Kleinburg on Sunday\, June 16. This is a great way for city-based art lovers and families to spend Father’s Day at the McMichael. To reserve your spot on the bus\, please RSVP below. \n\n12pm – bus departs from out front of St. George Station\n1pm – bus arrives at McMichael Canadian Art Collection\n5pm – bus departs McMichael\, returning to St. George Station\n\nArctic High: An Afternoon of Exhibitions and Talks\nAlso taking place on June 16 is a pair of talks about the exhibitions Louie Palu: Distant Early Warning and Itee Pootoogook: Hymns to the Silence.\nFor more information and to register for the event\, click here.
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/fathers-day-shuttle-bus/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="McMichael":MAILTO:info@mcmichael.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20190322T150345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T011157Z
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SUMMARY:Louie Palu: Distant Early Warning Exhibition Opening Shuttle
DESCRIPTION:Attend an Exhibition TalkDiscover the Louie Palu ExhibtionThe McMichael is pleased to offer a shuttle bus from downtown Toronto to the gallery for the opening of the exhibition  Louie Palu: Distant Early Warning. \nThe shuttle bus will depart from St. George Street\, across from the St. George TTC Station at 5 pm. The return shuttle will depart from the McMichael at 8:45 pm. RSVP is required.  \nThe exhibition Louie Palu: Distant Early Warning is part of the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival.
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/louie-palu-distant-early-warning-exhibition-opening-shuttle/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="McMichael":MAILTO:info@mcmichael.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20190517T193836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T142423Z
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SUMMARY:Humber River Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/humber-river-photo-contest/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="McMichael":MAILTO:info@mcmichael.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20190517T192621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T142423Z
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SUMMARY:En Plein Air – Call for artists
DESCRIPTION: En Pleir Air Competition\nCall for artists\nSupported by the Kleinburg BIA and Ontario Plein Air Society\nCompetition Dates: August 24 & 25\, 2019\nApplication Deadline: Thursday\, August 15\, 2019 by 5 pm\nContest Description\nThe McMichael is inviting artists to participate in the special installment of the McMichael En Plein Air Competition celebrating the legacy of the Humber River\, that in 2019 observes the 20th anniversary of its designation as Canadian Heritage River. Taking advantage of the gallery’s grounds\, the picturesque village of Kleinburg\, and the adjacent Humber River Valley\, artists are invited to respond to the natural and cultural heritage of the river in two medium categories: \n\nAcrylic/oil on canvas or panel\nWorks on paper\n\nAwards and Exhibition\nUp to three artists from each category will be named First\, Second\, and Third Prize winners through a jury comprised of the gallery’s curators\, educators\, and associate community artists. \nA special Young Artist Award will be given at this year’s competition within the 18-25 age category. \nA special First Choice Award will be given by the jury\, and a People’s Choice Award will encourage visitors to participate and to choose their favourite work by casting their ballots in each category. Artists/participants will be encouraged to compete for the Kleinburg Village Urban Scene Prize. \nAll of the awarded works will be on view in the McMichael’s Creative Learning Gallery in the Fall 2019. \nArtists are responsible for art supplies used during the competitions\, such as materials and easels. \n \nGeneral Information\nThe artworks produced during the competition will belong to the artists. The McMichael reserves the right to use image(s) for documental and promotional purposes. \nThe artists will be responsible for art supplies used during the competitions such as materials\, easels\, etc.  Once artists are selected\, specific work dimensions will be shared. \nThe McMichael Canadian Art Collection will cover exhibition costs (framing\, exhibition panel\, labeling and production of promotional material)\, and opening reception expenditures. \nSubmission Requirements\nApplicants are required to submit the following: \n\nLetter of Interest\nArtist Statement describing your current artistic practice and Artist Bio (150 word maximum)\nCV detailing your training/education and any related experience with full contact information including phone number\, email address and postal address (2 pages maximum)\nJPG images of recently completed work; 72 dpi\, 1024 X 768 pixels\, label image files with a number\, your name and title of piece preceded by En Plein Air_ (ex. En Plein Air_01_JohnSmith_BirchTrees).\n\nOnly email submissions will be considered. Include all documents and images as attachments (no zip files). The subject line of your submission must read “McMichael En Plein Air Competition.” Email submissions to competitions@mcmichael.com by Thursday\, August 15\, 2019 by 5 pm. \n  \nEligibility\nParticipants must be practicing artists\, aged 18 years+\, specializing in landscape and/or urban scene genre. \nPlease note that the McMichael’s grounds provide several fully accessible places and facilities. However\, access to some areas is not wheelchair accessible. \nSelection Process\nThe selection/advisory committee is comprised of practicing artists\, McMichael art educators\, curators\, and members of the Kleinburg BIA. The committee will review applications and select artists specializing in acrylic/oil\, and artists in each of the drawing and watercolour categories. Selections will be made based on the merit of presented artworks and how well they align with the competition character as well as the ability of the applicant to complete the project. \nOnly selected participants will be notified by August 22\, 2019 by email. Those not selected are still invited to set their easels on the McMichael grounds and participate in other weekend activities. \n  \nInsurance and Publicity\nMcMichael is covered under the Ontario government’s protection program for claims by third parties for bodily injuries\, property damage\, and personal injury liability. \nThe selected applicants will be required to sign a release form for the use of images in promoting the McMichael En Plein Air Competition. \nProudly Supported By:\nOntario Plein Air Society
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/en-plein-air-call-for-artists/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20181117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20181117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20181011T170215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T010316Z
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SUMMARY:The En Plein Air Competition Exhibition Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection for a reception celebrating the opening of this year’s En Plein Air Competition Exhibition. Winning works and artists of distinction will be showcased in the Community Gallery from November 17\, 2018 to early January 2019. The reception will include light snacks and refreshments and remarks from Anna Stanisz\, Director\, Creative Learning and Programs. We hope to see you there! \n  \nReception Date & time: \nSaturday\, November 17th \n11 am – 1 pm \nLocation: Education Space. Please check-in at the gallery admissions desk upon arrival and then make your way to the Education Space. \nRSVP required. Spots are limited. \nFree parking and gallery admission for you and 3 guests. \nAny additional guests beyond your 3 complimentary guests are required to pay gallery admission.
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/the-en-plein-air-competition-exhibition-opening-reception/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="McMichael":MAILTO:info@mcmichael.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20170709T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20170709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T214759
CREATED:20170523T183011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T010135Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Sonic Palette: Tom Thomson's Voice Through Music 100 Years Later
DESCRIPTION:Reflect on Tom Thomson’s legacy with Sonic Palette – Tom Thomson’s Voice through Music 100 Years Later\, an immersive musical celebration capturing the spirit of his landscapes through original compositions created and performed by The Algonquin Ensemble. \nThe list of performers is as follows:\nKathryn Briggs – piano\nJohn Geggie – double bass\nSara Mastrangelo – violin\nLisa Moody – viola\nMargaret Tobolowska – cello\nTerry Tufts – guitars \nThis event has been sponsored by
URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/remembering-tom-thomson/
LOCATION:10365 Islington Ave\, Kleinburg\, L0J 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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