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On the first Wednesday of each month, this intimate tour series focuses on select exhibitions and features AGH Docents sharing their expertise and research. Registration is not required.
Wednesday, June 2: Soar through the clouds with an AGH Docent and the stunning installation Architecture of Cloud by Max Streicher. Free admission.
Time: Wednesdays at 12:15 pm
After a 40-minute talk, there will be time for questions or the opportunity to enjoy lunch in the Café at AGH.
Price: AGH Members FREE | Non-Members (admission applies where indicated)
Pre-registration is not required. Please visit the AGH Front Desk upon arrival.
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The Art Gallery of Hamilton presents First Fridays, an opportunity for members of the public to enjoy GALLERY LEVEL ONE exhibitions from 5:00 to 9:00 pm at no charge, courtesy of Orlick Industries.
We also encourage Hamiltonians and visitors to celebrate the city's downtown. Take in the Gallery's stunning exhibitions, grab a bite to eat at one of the area restaurants, see a movie, browse in the shops and enjoy all that downtown Hamilton has to offer!
Experience Hamilton's rich diversity and attractions. Visit http://www.tourismhamilton.com/
2010 First Fridays:
Friday, January 8 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, February 5 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, March 5 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, April 2 Free admission 12:00 - 5:00 pm
Friday, May 7 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, June 4 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, July 2 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, August 6 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, September 3 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, October 1 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, November 5 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, December 3 Free admission 5:00 - 9:00 pm
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Director: Hurbert Davis, 2004, 29 min 20 s. Rated PG
National Film Board of Canada
Location: Art Gallery of Hamilton
Hardwood is a personal journey by director Hubert Davis, the son of former Harlem Globetrotter Mel Davis, who explores how his father's decisions affected his life and those of his extended family. Elegantly structured into three chapters entitled "love," "recollection" and "redemption," At its core, Hardwood is about the power of redemption and the healing of the bonds between fathers and sons.
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ATELIER
Cake: Fiona Kinsella
On view June 5 to October 3, 2010
Curated by Melissa Bennett
The familiar is made strange in this exhibition of ornately decorated cakes and thick abstract oil paintings. Kinsella’s cakes, iced with baker’s fondant, are situated precariously between beauty and the grotesque. Appearing at first as standard cakes that are often used to mark rites of passage like birthdays, weddings, or funerals, the cakes are here adorned with small objects such as bones, religious relics, teeth, and are sometimes encircled with human hair.
The cakes impart a Victorian sensibility while referencing the subconscious. They recall the Surrealist’s juxtapositions and experimentation with materials, and similarly Meret Oppenheim’s Object (Le Déjeuner en fourrure) (1936), a fur-lined tea cup.
Layers of white paint occupy the surfaces of Kinsella’s Chapel (rose) paintings, yet beneath the facade lie dramatic layers of dark paint. The artist digs out the deeper layers to create a textured, swirling and mottled surface, evoking an array of imagery. Both the cakes and paintings speak to consumption and over-saturation, narrative and relic.
Fiona Kinsella is a mixed media artist and painter based in Hamilton. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Guelph. Her work has been exhibited across Canada, in the United States and Europe and is represented by Transit Gallery in Hamilton.
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Artist and educator Marcia Tavernese leads a 4-week studio course designed for beginners, as well as those with some experience (and previous session participants). Activities using charcoal, pastel, watercolour and acrylic offer something for everyone.
Date & Time: Sundays, June 6, 13, 27, July 11 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Questions? Please contact education@artgalleryofhamilton.com or 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
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To complement the retrospective exhibition of Robert Mason, the AGH is pleased to present a gathering of artists, curators and friends to share their memories and thoughts on the work of this important figure in Canadian art. Chaired by Shirley Madill, our panel will include Ivan Jurakic and Reinhard Reitzenstein.
Date & Time: Sunday, June 6 at 2:00 pm
Price: AGH Members $6 | Students & Seniors $10 | Non-Members $12
Registration for all Member & AGH talks events:
Pre-registration is strongly recommended, as seating is limited.
Reserve your tickets:
By e-mail: registration@artgalleryofhamilton.com
By phone: 905-527-6610, ext. 241
Pre-purchase your tickets:
Online: Click PURCHASE *(if available) for secure credit card purchases (VISA | MC | AMEX)
In person: at the AGH Front Desk during Gallery hours
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Tour Day is an excellent opportunity to enhance your Gallery visit. Learn more about the fascinating works of art on display from our expert Docents! Tours last approximately 40 minutes.
Date & Time: Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please arrive five minutes early to purchase admission and/or receive your entry sticker from the AGH Front Desk.
Planning a large group to attend at Tour Day? No problem! Please call Laurie in advance of your visit at 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
*Travel Trade or tourism operators requesting tours of exhibitions should visit http://www.artgalleryofhamilton.com/va_group.php for reduced rates on pre-arranged Group Tours.
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Director: Lixin Fan, Canada 2009, 85 min. Rated PG
Location: Empire Jackson Square 6 Cinemas
http://www.eyesteelfilm.com/lasttrainhome
Last Train Home, an emotionally engaging and visually beautiful debut film from Chinese-Canadian director Lixin Fan, draws us into the fractured lives of a single migrant family caught up in this desperate annual migration. Sixteen years ago, the Zhangs abandoned their young children to find work in the city, consoled by the hope that their wages would lift their children into a better life. A film about difficult choices of a society caught between old ways and new realities.
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On view June 10 to October 3, 2010
Curated by Melissa Bennett
The exhibition until we fearless pushes viewers to reconsider perceptions and inhibitions about the cultural identities associated with Africa and the African Diaspora.
until we fearless debuts Voo Doo You Doo Speak, a life-sized make-shift shelter that viewers can enter. Within this structure is a multi-channel video and sound environment that exudes tribal rhythms through two electronic sound pieces by Hamilton’s Jeremy Greenspan (of the music group Junior Boys), created specifically for this exhibition. Animated African masks flash on monitors, and are accompanied by Dadaist and Voodoo-inspired sound poems which are played on headphones.
A new suite of animations entitled Love Kill is shown throughout the exhibition space on monitors, combining drawing, animation and music, and evoking dark humour in their display of animals at prey. African mask imagery, spear motifs, and a sculptural installation featuring life-sized deer decoys wearing fabricated African masks invite us to think about the use of synthetic materials in such an expression of traditionally "natural" things.
Throughout the exhibition space, the juxtapositions of images, natural and man-made materials, and tribal and nonsensical sounds lead the viewer to consider the many ways in which the arts and artifacts of Africa have been presented within popular culture. In this exhibition, nature and culture come together as complicated forms, offering a new perspective on identity.
This exhibition is Fernandes’ first solo exhibition at the museum level, and is the culmination of several years of his most poignant artistic investigations.
Born in Kenya of South Asian heritage, Brendan Fernandes immigrated to Canada in the 1990s. He completed the Independent Study Program of the Whitney Museum of American Art (2007) and earned his MFA (2005) from the University of Western Ontario and his BFA (2002) from York University. He has exhibited internationally, has participated in numerous residency programs and is the current recipient of the New Commissions Project through Art in General, New York. He is based between Toronto and New York. His work is represented by Diaz Contemporary, Toronto.
*Brendan Fernandes has been short-listed for the 2010 Sobey Art Award, Canada’s preeminent prize for contemporary Canadian art. He is the Ontario finalist.
An exhibition at the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal will feature selected work by the shortlisted artists from October 8, 2010 to January 3, 2011. The winner of the 2010 Sobey Art Award will be announced at a Gala event at the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal on November 18, 2010.
For more information about this award, visit: http://www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca/en/sobeyartaward.
A forthcoming exhibition catalogue will include an essay by Melissa Bennett and an interview with the artist by Eric C. Shiner, the Milton Fine Curator of Art at The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh.
Exhibition Partner: The Hutton Family
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Rick Court, Chair, Board of Directors and Louise Dompierre, President and CEO, cordially invite you and a guest to the Official Opening of our Summer Exhibitions.
Thursday, June 10, 2010 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.
Opening Remarks at 7:30 pm.
Site-specific dance performance with McMaster Dance Company.
Music performance by Suzuki School of Music.
Vital Africa: This year-long celebration is presented by TD and under the patronage of The Honourable Lincoln M. Alexander, PC, OC, BA, LLD.
ON VIEW:
Dance of Life: The Tanenbaum African Collection
Curated by Dr. Patrick Shaw Cable
Europe’s Exoticized East
Curated by Dr. Patrick Shaw Cable
Brendan Fernandes: until we fearless
Curated by Melissa Bennett
ATELIER Cake: Fiona Kinsella
Curated by Melissa Bennett
Shaped by Light
Curated by Tobi Bruce
Robert Mason
Guest curated by Shirley Madill
Max Streicher: Architecture of Cloud
Curated by Melissa Bennett
In the Jean and Ross Fischer Gallery:
Follow Your Art: SAGE Student Association
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The Art Gallery of Hamilton’s programming activities are assisted by:
City of Hamilton
Ontario Arts Council
Canada Council for the Arts
Department of Canadian Heritage
Private, corporate, foundations and individual members of the AGH
Free admission to Gallery Level Two courtesy of Orlick Industries.
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Brendan Fernandes‘ exhibition, until we fearless offers a glimpse into a world of African heritage, appropriated imagery and issues of identity. Please join us for an inspiring talk and look his intriguing contemporary exhibition.
Date & Time: Friday, June 11 at 6:30 pm
Price: AGH Members $6 | Students & Seniors $10 | Non-Members $12
Registration for all Member & AGH talks events:
Pre-registration is strongly recommended, as seating is limited.
Reserve your tickets:
By e-mail: registration@artgalleryofhamilton.com
By phone: 905-527-6610, ext. 241
Pre-purchase your tickets:
Online: Click PURCHASE *(if available) for secure credit card purchases (VISA | MC | AMEX)
In person: at the AGH Front Desk during Gallery hours
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http://www.canadianmilitarytattoo.ca/
The Canadian International Military Tattoo offers AGH Members 15 % discount for its shows at Copps Coliseum on Saturday, 12 June at 7:30 pm and Sunday, 13 June at 2:30 pm.
For tickets and/or information, call the Tattoo Office directly at 1-888-523-1753 and quote Promotion Code AGH10.
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http://www.canadianmilitarytattoo.ca/
The Canadian International Military Tattoo offers AGH Members 15 % discount for its shows at Copps Coliseum on Saturday, 12 June at 7:30 pm and Sunday, 13 June at 2:30 pm.
For tickets and/or information, call the Tattoo Office directly at 1-888-523-1753 and quote Promotion Code AGH10.
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Artist and educator Marcia Tavernese leads a 4-week studio course designed for beginners, as well as those with some experience (and previous session participants). Activities using charcoal, pastel, watercolour and acrylic offer something for everyone.
Date & Time: Sundays, June 6, 13, 27, July 11 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Questions? Please contact education@artgalleryofhamilton.com or 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
Details:
Tour Day is an excellent opportunity to enhance your Gallery visit. Learn more about the fascinating works of art on display from our expert Docents! Tours last approximately 40 minutes.
Date & Time: Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please arrive five minutes early to purchase admission and/or receive your entry sticker from the AGH Front Desk.
Planning a large group to attend at Tour Day? No problem! Please call Laurie in advance of your visit at 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
*Travel Trade or tourism operators requesting tours of exhibitions should visit http://www.artgalleryofhamilton.com/va_group.php for reduced rates on pre-arranged Group Tours.
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Louise Dompierre
invites
Jeff Mahoney
Scene and Heard columnist for The Hamilton Spectator
for a discussion of the issues about Makossa! The Joy of Africa, the Gallery’s recent fundraising event, raised in his column on June 1st.
Sunday, June 13 at 3:30 pm Art Gallery of Hamilton.
On this day, admission will be free to all AGH exhibitions and to this event.
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AGH AGM and Volunteers Awards begins at 5:00 pm.
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On the third Wednesday of the month, join AGH Librarian and Docent Helen Hadden for a tour of selected exhibitions, followed by tea and discussion in the Café at AGH.
Please note: In the event that Tea & Tours focuses on Gallery Level ONE exhibitions, ticketed admission will apply to Non-Members.
Dates: Wednesday at 3:00 pm
Price: AGH Members $4 | Non-Members (admission plus $4)
Pre-registration is not required. Please visit the AGH Front Desk upon arrival to receive Café at AGH coupon.
Details:
Tour Day is an excellent opportunity to enhance your Gallery visit. Learn more about the fascinating works of art on display from our expert Docents! Tours last approximately 40 minutes.
Date & Time: Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please arrive five minutes early to purchase admission and/or receive your entry sticker from the AGH Front Desk.
Planning a large group to attend at Tour Day? No problem! Please call Laurie in advance of your visit at 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
*Travel Trade or tourism operators requesting tours of exhibitions should visit http://www.artgalleryofhamilton.com/va_group.php for reduced rates on pre-arranged Group Tours.
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A Stroll Through "Old Nob Hill" and the North Durand Neighbourhood
Join Bill Manson, Hamilton historian and AGH Docent, for a leisurely stroll through Hamilton’s first "suburb" and home to some of the city’s most distinguished citizens of the 19th century.
Schedule:
9:50 am - Meet at the AGH for coffee
10:15 am - Walk commences
12:30 pm - BBQ lunch in AGH’s Irving Zucker Sculpture Garden
1:15 pm - Tour of the Sculpture Garden with Docent Ann Manson
Price: AGH Members $25 | Non-Members $30
Includes coffee, treats and a BBQ lunch. Vegetarian options available. Please bring umbrella or hat for rain or shade.
Pre-registration is required as spaces are limited. To register, please call Vince at 905-527-6610 ext. 225.
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Please join Dr. Silvia Forni, Associate Curator of Anthropology in the ROM’s Department of World Cultures for a look at some of the traditional art forms of the Cameroonian grass fields, including some of the masking traditions associated with political and religious powers. The objects included in the exhibition Dance of Life come from across the African continent, and this talk will offer some insight into the collection.
Date & Time: Thursday, June 24 at 6:30 pm
Price: AGH Members $6 | Students & Seniors $10 | Non-Members $12
Registration for all Member & AGH talks events:
Pre-registration is strongly recommended, as seating is limited.
Reserve your tickets:
By e-mail: registration@artgalleryofhamilton.com
By phone: 905-527-6610, ext. 241
Pre-purchase your tickets:
Online: Click PURCHASE *(if available) for secure credit card purchases (VISA | MC | AMEX)
In person: at the AGH Front Desk during Gallery hours
Details:
On view May 20 to June 27, 2010
Continuing a very rewarding collaboration between the SAGE Program at Strathcona School and the Art Gallery Hamilton, students and teachers have once again made a series of visits to the gallery in preparation for Follow Your Art V. Over the course of the year they worked closely with the Gallery, touring and studying AGH exhibitions and creating work inspired by the themes and artists presented. This year’s exhibition is diverse, including painting, assemblage sculpture and photography and reveals the talent and creativity present in these young artists.
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Artist and educator Marcia Tavernese leads a 4-week studio course designed for beginners, as well as those with some experience (and previous session participants). Activities using charcoal, pastel, watercolour and acrylic offer something for everyone.
Date & Time: Sundays, June 6, 13, 27, July 11 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Questions? Please contact education@artgalleryofhamilton.com or 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
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Join us on the last Sunday each month for Family Fun Days. Fun, family-friendly artmaking activities inspired by AGH Exhibitions allow children to make masterpieces of their own. Each month has a different theme and a new activity. Artist instructors bring their expertise to each project making each visit new and engaging.
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Please arrive early. Spaces may be limited.
Price: AGH Members Free | Non-Members $5 per family (up to 4 children)
Pre-registration is not required. Please visit Front Desk upon arrival to receive your stickers for all Family Workshops.
Sunday, June 27: Traditional Beads
*PERFORMANCE at 3:00 pm
Once Upon An African Village
An entertaining program using the African Cultural arts of story telling, dance and hand drumming. The audience participates actively in simple call and response songs, percussion and dance. We tell tales of Ananse, Ijapa and other heroes and the many reasons why things are as they are in our world.
Family Performances are supported by Celebrate Ontario!
Family FUN Days made possible by ArcelorMittal Dofasco Hamilton.
Details:
Tour Day is an excellent opportunity to enhance your Gallery visit. Learn more about the fascinating works of art on display from our expert Docents! Tours last approximately 40 minutes.
Date & Time: Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please arrive five minutes early to purchase admission and/or receive your entry sticker from the AGH Front Desk.
Planning a large group to attend at Tour Day? No problem! Please call Laurie in advance of your visit at 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
*Travel Trade or tourism operators requesting tours of exhibitions should visit http://www.artgalleryofhamilton.com/va_group.php for reduced rates on pre-arranged Group Tours.
Art @ Lunch: Architecture of Cloud