Texem-ay is an exhibition of works by artists who live and work in the traditional territories of the shishalh nation. Although these artists have many things in common, a relationship to texem-ay or red cedar connect these artists whose practices reveal their reciprocity and respect for the tree of life. Shyanne Watters, a member of shishalh (Sechelt) Nation who also has Squamish, Sliammon (Coast Salish) and Kwakwaka’wakw ancestry, has passionately woven red and yellow cedar for well over 20 years and continues to explore her art with tenacity and enjoyment. Derek Georgeson is a member of the Homalco First Nations and has been carving since 2006. Levi Darrow Purjue is a self-taught painter and carver who works to develop complex images that connect his Tahltan and Shoshone heritage with his experiences growing up on Haida Gwaii.

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The 2019 Hackett Park Arts & Crafts Fair

Saturday August 17th 10am-5pm and Sunday August 18th 10am-4pm.

General Admission $3, Seniors $2, and kids under 12 are free.

Join us for a showcase of artists and artisans from across the Coast, combined with great music and food.

Set amongst the trees and pathways of Hackett Park, the fair has been a favourite of British Columbian artisans and both local and off-coast visitors alike for the past thirty-two years. This juried fair offers the best in the works of BC artisans. Live music serves as a backdrop, face painting entertains the children and an assortment of food is offered for every taste.

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This year at Hackett Park Arts and Crafts Fair we have an amazing line up of musicians. Come to listen or enjoy the music as you shop. Bring your kids and grandkids for a fun time with music, faceprinting, and ice-cream. Hackett Park has something for everyone

ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

Saturday, August 17th

10:45-11:30 – Anagram

11:45-12:30 – Ashley Hautala

12:45-1:30 – Matthew Lovegrove

1:45-2:30 – Glenn Millar & the Rain City Singer

2:45-3:30 – Billy Hillpickers Band

3:45-4:30 – Joe Stanton

Sunday, August 18th

10:45-11:30 – Greg Willy

11:45-12:30 – Grant Olsen

12:45-1:30 – Karl Kirkaldy

1:45-2:30 – Martini Madness

2:45-3:30 – Michelle Morand

Face-painter: Tracy D’ambrumenil

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For the first time at Hackett Park artisans will take you through their craft, techniques, and inspiration at our demo tent. This is your chance to see what goes into the items available for purchase at Hackett Park, to ask questions, and learn from some of the best artisans in BC.

ARTISAN DEMONSTRATIONS

Saturday, August 17th

11:30-12:00 – Pendant Making with Art Glass Design

1:00-1:30 – Truffle Making with Hooray Truffles

1:45-2:15 – Ceramics with Spirited Ceramics

Sunday, August 18th

11:30-12:00 – Jewelry Making with Mixed Metal Mimi

12:15-12:45 – From Fibre to Fashion with Fibre Art Studio

1:45-2:15 – The Spirit of Clay with Mustard Seed Clay Creations

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This year the Sunshine Coast Arts Council is sponsoring Eden Robinson at the Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts. Eden Robinson is an award winning Haisla and Heiltsuk author who has written short stories, novels, and young adult fiction. Don’t miss her at the Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts.

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The SCAC invites submissions from artists who would like to be part of the Art Crawl (October 18-20, 2019) for the first time. We encourage new and emerging artists to apply to show their work at the Doris Crowston Gallery at the Arts Centre in Sechelt. We are seeking up to six artists to display their work and encourage submissions in diverse mediums.

The only requirement is that this must be your first time in the Art Crawl to be considered for this opportunity. Submissions will be accepted until August 18, 2019 at 4pm. Selected participants will be contacted by the SCAC in late August.

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The Sunshine Coast Arts Council is seeking proposals from artists on the Coast to deliver workshops at the Arts Centre in Sechelt. We are looking for workshops of the highest quality delivered by artists for artists, that focus on skills, techniques, processes, production and ideation. The SCAC uses the term artist in its broadest definition, encompassing all forms of creative practice. We encourage proposals that are hands-on, engaging, and practical and seek individuals who are comfortable teaching and sharing knowledge.

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