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Art Prices & Hard Times
by Chris Tyrell on February 1st

What establishes the value of artwork, especially the ones that demand incredibly high prices, and how many artists are making “the big bucks?” These questions intrigue me, so I found press reports about some recent events in the art market of serious interest – one about Andy Warhol and the other about Andreas Gursky....Read more

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Introducing Opus Plus
by David van Berckel - President, Opus Art Supplies. on January 31st

It’s been nearly forty years since Opus Art Supplies began as a small picture frame manufacturer. In that time, we’ve looked for different ways to understand the creative individual who shops at our stores. That knowledge has allowed us to evolve our business to become one of the best providers of art supplies, digital printing, and framing in North America....Read more

Not-so Neutral Grey
by Christine on January 27th
Fine art digital print framed in a custom DIY BOD Molding and Chai mat

Frame your images between black and white. Get the benefits of both simplicity and style with grey, in this latest addition to the BOD line of frame moldings found exclusively at Opus....Read more

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Painting on the Edge

The 10th Annual Painting on the Edge Exhibition call for entries is open. This international, juried exhibition is open to all artists working in all painting, printmaking and drawing media. Abstract, expressive, impressionist or realistic styles are welcome. Successful entries will combine an original subject or concept and feature excellent composition of chosen medium. The Grand prize is $2500.
Entry deadline: June 14, 2012
Exhibition dates: August 14 - September 2, 2012
For prospectus, visit www.artists.ca or call Federation Gallery, 604-681-8534.
How to Apply:
http://artists.ca/submissions
Entries accepted on-line at www.artists.ca
$30 per image

Call for Submissions - Firehall Arts Centre Gallery

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

The Firehall Gallery is a unique brick faced gallery space located in the lobby of the Firehall Arts Centre. The Centre is entering into its 30th season as a producer and presenter of contemporary dance, theatre and multi-disciplinary work. Operating year round, the gallery enjoys a large diverse audience. Gallery hours are Wed. – Sat. from 1:00 -5:00 p.m.

The Firehall is currently inviting proposals from artists for exhibitions for 2012/2013. We are particularly interested in work that engages with contemporary issues. Unfortunately, due to space constraints we can only accommodated 2-D works.
Exhibitions will run approximately 6 weeks.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

• Submitted works must be no smaller that 8” x 10”...Read more

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