Category: General

Wednesday August 15th at 7pm
Free and open to the public at Martha Street Studio.

ASL interpretation services may be requested by 5pm on August 10 for Nancy Jacobi's talk, by email at askmartha@printmakers.mb.ca or by phone at 204 779-6253

In conjunction with Peter Graham's Introduction to Japanese Woodblock Prints printmaking workshop, Nancy Jacobi, founder of The Japanese Paper Place, will give a free public presentation about Japanese paper, emphasizing its uses by printmakers and media artists today. Nancy will also share her knowledge of its production and will have a number of papers on hand for sale.

Decades after founding The Japanese Paper Place (1982, Toronto ON), Nancy Jacobi continues to find new outlets to express her life’s passion for one of the world’s most precious artistic resources: washi. Her 2008 endeavour, "The World Washi Summit," brought together Japanese papermakers, artists, gallery owners and distributors of paper from around the world for a life-altering week of creative discovery. Each subsequent year in June and throughout the year Nancy has organized a smaller event along similar themes. In 2017 the Japanese Paper Place partnered with Propeller Gallery for "In the Spirit of Indigo," hosting an exhibition using vintage indigo gampi and offering numerous workshops related to blue. Nancy also makes time to enjoy baroque music, theatre, Tai Chi, swimming at her summer cottage and traveling the world.
www.japanesepaperplace.com

Deadline to Apply: August 17, 2018 

The Winnipeg Arts Council is partnering with both Martha Street Studio and the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre for the Indigenous Arts Leaders Fellowship.

This is a new opportunity that will provide First Nations, Metis or Inuit arts administration professionals with a specialized opportunity to become immersed in the community of contemporary Arts creation and presentation in Winnipeg.

The program seeks to champion Indigenous leaders in the Arts Community and develop deeper relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous arts administrators, practitioners and organizations. This fellowship has been developed through an extensive consultation process with Indigenous and non-Indigenous members of the arts community in Winnipeg and across Canada, as well as training agencies and employment specialists.

Fellowships are paid positions and recipients will receive mentorship, professional development, and management skills. Fellows will receive arts-focused management training in not-for-profit governance, financial management, leadership and human resources.

“Values around reconciliation have always been part of our work but it’s important to be intentional and demonstrate our commitment. We know there are talented, committed and creative Indigenous artists in this community but we’d like to see more in leadership positions. We asked ourselves, how can we create space and opportunity? We are so pleased that Martha Street Studio and the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, two progressive, excellent organizations are participating.”

Carol A. Phillips

Executive Director, Winnipeg Arts Council

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One Fellow will work with Martha Street Studio gaining hands-on experience as part of a small dynamic arts organization. The Fellow will develop insight into management and governance as well as specific skills in archiving and research, website, and financial management.

“We are honoured to be part of this exciting initiative and are happy to welcome someone to the team,” says Kristin Nelson, Executive Director of Martha Street Studio. “As an organization we work toward enriching the lives of all Manitobans through the print arts. Diversity, inclusivity and accessibility are key to this process and by encouraging Indigenous participation we hope to make a meaningful contribution.”

Another Fellow will join the staff at the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre for the coming production year and be embedded in various aspects of the operation including marketing and development, event production, administration, and governance.

Camilla Holland, Executive Director of the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre says “Royal MTC is dedicated to deepening our understanding of Indigenous perspectives. Supporting this program will allow our organization to develop more meaningful dialogue and to contribute to the growth of Indigenous arts leaders in Winnipeg.”

The deadline to apply for this fellowship is August 17, 2018.

Please visit www.winnipegarts.ca for more information about eligibility and qualifications, or contact Dominic Lloyd at dom@winnipegarts.ca or 204-943-7668.

We are pleased to announce the winner of the 2018 University of Manitoba Student Scholarship Award: Hanna Reimer. Hanna will be printing in the studio this summer and will showcase some of her work in the gallery in September.

Hanna is a multidisciplinary artist going into her third year at the School of Art at the University of Manitoba. She often deals with topics of language, disconnect, and awareness in her pieces. Texture, pattern, and a hands-on process are very important to her practice. Most of her work has been experiments with fabric, silkscreen, ceramics, and painting. Her most recent work is involved with linocut prints and embossing.

Hanna is also a member of the Actually Milk Art Collective, who had their first exhibition in December of 2017 and recently had an exhibition in the Gallery of Student Art at the University of Manitoba.

The Manitoba Printmakers Association Inc. is celebrating 30 years in 2018!

On Thursday June 28 from 6-9 pm, come by for our free outdoor linocut workshop and dance party! Featuring live music by DJ MAE, DJ Night Plans, The Spinsters, and beatslut, this event will take place on Pacific Avenue between Martha Street and Lily Street and is kid-friendly, and is open to the public. Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult to take part in the linocut workshop. 

The opening receptions of Imprint, a Members' Show, and Markings, an archives spotlight, will take place alongside the Lino-Hop Dance Party. 

ASL interpretation will be provided for the linocut workshop. Please contact us at askmartha@printmakers.mb.ca or 204-779-6253 for further information.
 

The 30 year anniversary events are sponsored by:

Drop off dates: May 23 – June 9, 2018
Pickup dates: August 1 – 11, 2018
All work drop off and pickup during our regular hours only: Tuesday – Friday 10-5, Saturdays noon-5 with the exception of long weekends

Exhibition dates: June 28 – July 28, 2018
Opening reception: Thursday June 28, 6-9 pm

Current members are invited to submit one piece of work to our 30th Anniversary Members' Show, "Imprint." In the spirit of our 30 year anniversary, artwork for this exhibition must be print-based. Examples of "print-based" work may include artwork that is facilitated at Martha Street Studio; for instance, bookbinding, digital prints, and cyanotypes will be accepted, along with other print media. *Please note that the artwork does not need to have been made at Martha Street Studio.*

For more information, please contact Mariana Muñoz Gomez at gallery@printmakers.mb.ca or 204-779-6253.

All artwork must be dropped off during regular office hours and must be accompanied by an application form (available below). The work must be no larger than 24 x 24 x 36”. If the work is framed it must have a wire across the back. If the work comes unframed we will hang it with magnets. 3D objects will be placed free-standing on plinths as available. Anything that requires other hanging/install must come with the special equipment required to display it, and instructions on how to set it up.

https://staging.printmakers.mb.ca/images/uploads/pdfs/30th_anni_members_show_submission_form.pdf

Job title: Summer Student Intern
Dates: May 22nd to July 28th, 2018 (10 weeks)

Martha Street Studio is offering a student the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of artist-run centres, printmaking and arts education, through the position of Summer Student Intern. The successful candidate will work both independently and with the support of staff, in the goal of organizing, advertising and implementing festivities and exhibitions related to Martha Street Studio's 30-year anniversary celebrations. These celebrations encompass several components and include a street festival and outdoor linocut workshop, a member exhibition, and summer printmaking workshops.

Who are we looking for?
The successful candidate will have a keen interest in the visual and or printmaking arts, arts education, artist-run centres, or the not-for-profit sector. Although academic or studio based studies in the visual arts may be given priority, students in education or arts education, design, social services, youth services will also be great candidates. The successful candidate will have a strong sense of community engagement and or history of volunteerism, be outgoing, independent and responsible. They will be knowledgeable about arts and culture and have a willingness to become engaged in community building activities through the arts. This job is made possible by Canada Summer Jobs through the Government of Canada and candidates must be under the age of 30 and returning to school in the fall of 2018.

What are the specific tasks and responsibilities?
The Summer Student Intern will work with artists, instructors, youth, and volunteers to help coordinate Martha Street Studio’s 30-year anniversary celebration events under the direction of the Community Programming Coordinator and the Executive Director.

• Work with the Executive Director to organize logistics of event including city permits and realizing an event safety plan:
• Liaise with inner-city organizations to invite participants:
• Assist in the design, print and promotion of the anniversary event through posters, social media, and partners, etc:
• Assist the Community Programming Coordinator in organizing volunteers:
• Assist Studio Technicians in the preparation of materials and with installation and striking of the exhibition:
• Assist instructors with workshop preparation and clean-up:
• Assist with preparation for the street festival and support volunteers throughout:
• Assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the studio.

Wage: $13.00 per hour / 26 hours per week (includes 5 hours on Saturday) 

Martha Street Studio is an equal opportunity employer and encourages students from underrepresented, LGBTQ2, new immigrant, disability and Indigenous communities to apply. It is the Manitoba Printmakers Association's policy to hire employees solely on the basis of the ability of the applicant to do the job. MPA will make every effort to provide additional adaptations and professional supports to accomplish tasks and responsibilities for successful candidates identifying those specific needed accommodations.

Please submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to director@printmakers.mb.ca by 5pm Tuesday May 8th, 2018    

This Place was made possible by:

Publication launch date: Thursday April 19, 5-7pm
YOP Showcase Exhibition dates: April 19 – 26
Exhibition reception: Thursday April 19, 5-7pm

Join us on April 19th for the launch of This Place, a publication celebrating 10+ years of the Youth Outreach Program, and opening reception of the Winter 2018 Youth Outreach Program (YOP) Showcase. This event is free and open to the public.  Come out and join us for an evening of celebrating talented youth in art!

Martha Street Studio presents This Place, a publication documenting the YOP 10+ Celebration held in the summer of 2017. This Place was produced by graduates of the Youth Outreach Program (YOP), which has been running at Martha Street Studio since 2006, with close to 400 participants in total. The publication features a hand screenprinted cover and risograph insert, and is free to graduates, instructors, and facilitators of the Youth Outreach Program. Please contact us at 204-779-6253 or at projects@printmakers.mb.ca if you cannot make it to the event, but would like a free copy or e-book.

The YOP 10+ Celebration was a six week long series of workshops and lectures, ending with an exhibition. All aspects of the celebration were facilitated and organized by graduates of the Youth Outreach Program. Workshop facilitators and speakers included: Mariana Muñoz Gomez, Michael Mogatas, Natalie Baird, Chloe Chafe, Kelly Campbell, Luther Konadu, Natalie Elizabeth, Letch Kinloch, Callen Froese, Abigail Auld, Stephanie Poruchnyk-Butler, Jean Borbridge, Calvin Joseph, Justin L’Arivée, and Lissie Rappaport. This Place was made to document the impact of the YOP program, and showcase what a number of participants have gone on to do.

The Winter 2018 YOP Showcase runs from April 19 – 26. We are open Tuesday – Friday from 10-5pm, and Saturdays from noon-5pm.

Since 2006, the Youth Outreach Program at Martha Street Studio has been creating community and providing support for young people searching for ways to express themselves creatively. By introducing up to six printmaking techniques in this free 12 week program, participants are constantly learning and exploring the various potentials of different printmaking processes. Many YOP graduates go on to work in creative industries as contemporary artists, designers, makers, architects, arts administrators, teachers, curators, art therapists, activists, city planners, academics, and technicians. For more information please contact Sarah at education@printmakers.mb.ca.

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Martha Street Studio is located at 11 Martha Street. A loading zone is located on the street at the front of the building. Martha Street Studio is an accessible space with a lift and two gender neutral accessible washrooms located on the second floor. ASL interpretation services for scheduled artist talks can be requested up to 48 hours before an event, and transcription services can be requested 2 weeks before an event, by email at askmartha@printmakers.mb.ca or by phone at 204-779-6253.

Martha Street Studio is offering a Student Scholarship Award to one student working in print media at the University of Manitoba. The Student Scholarship Award includes two free months of studio rental (July and August) and a one-year membership. To apply, please submit a short bio, a short proposal describing your process, preferred medium and your plans for the two months of studio access, along with five images (maximum) of your work.

Email your proposal to gallery@printmakers.mb.ca by Friday, May 11th Applicants will be notified as to the success of their proposal by the end of May. 

images left to right: 
Hide & Seek by Laine Groeneweg, mezzotint, 2016 | GARGOYLE (work in progress), Scar Tissue Series by Susan Aydan Abbott, digital photograph of silicone and foam sculpture cast, 2017

Martha Street Studio has teamed up with Centre[3] for Print and Media Arts in Hamilton, Ontario, on a Residency Exchange program. Laine Groeneweg and Susan Aydan Abbott are the inaugural recipients of the residency. Join us at Martha Street Studio on September 22nd from 7-8pm for an artist talk with Groeneweg, and on October 6th from 7-8pm  November 10th from 7-8 pm for an artist talk with Abbott.

Both events are free and open to the public.

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Laine Groeneweg is a printmaker currently living in Hamilton, Canada. He received his BFA from York University in 2004 and subsequently trained at Fondazione Il Bisonte Per Lo Studio Dell’Arte Grafica in Florence, Italy with a focus on intaglio printmaking.  

In 2012 Laine opened Smokestack in Hamilton, Ontario – a studio that focuses on limited edition printing and the production of print-based artist projects. It is through this studio that he makes his own work as well as that for others.  Laine also continues to work as a collaborative printer at Toronto's Open Studio and Centre[3].

Laine is most widely recognized for his work in mezzotint. His prints explore the possibilities of a traditional technique in the wake of more contemporary production methods. Often characterized by themes of dream and play, his whimsical imagery blurs the line between reality and fiction.

Laine's prints have been shown both Nationally and Internationally and are held in the permanent collections of the Ekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts (Ekaterinburg, Russia), Art Gallery of New South Wales (Sydney, Australia), and in the archives at Fondazione Il Bisonte Per Lo Studio Dell’Arte Grafica (Florence,Italy).

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Susan Aydan Abbott is a recipient of Martha Street Studio and Centre[3]'s Residency Exchange. She was recently in residence at Centre[3], working on a project using printmaking and other media to explore Century Manor (formely the Hamilton Asylum for the Insane) in tandem with her own personal history with mental illness.

Booby Hatch (Wo)manifesto: A Feminine Perspective of Century Manor (Hamilton Asylum for the Insane) will explore the asylum's dark past in tangent with Abbott's own personal history of mental illness. The artist's intent is to bring darkness to light by confronting how unresolved trauma lingers, smouldering in the shadows, permeating the soil, landscape, and structure of both the asylum and herself. At the same time, the artist questions whether there has been a significant change in the way mental illness is perceived and treated in contemporary society. 

Abbott was born in Port Arthur, Ontario, in 1962. She works primarily in the medium of painting but has expanded her practice to include printmaking, sculpture, video, and large-scale installation. She attended the University of Manitoba, Fine Arts program. She has had solo shows and has been in many group shows in Winnipeg. Abbott is a person with lived experience who shares her life story through her work as a trained speaker for the Canadian Mental Health Association and the United Way. She serves on both the ArtsAccessAbility Network Manitoba board and the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority mental health advisory board.

CW for this talk: rape, trauma, addiction

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These events are free and everyone is welcome! Martha Street Studio is located at 11 Martha St. and is an accessible space with an elevator and two washrooms. ASL interpretation is available upon request. Please email askmartha@printmakers.mb.ca or call us at 204-779-6253 at least 48 hours before the event if you are interested in attending and require ASL interpretation.

Martha Street Studio is pleased to have nominated Gary Styrchak for the Winnipeg Arts Council's Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Outstading Volunteer Arts Award for his long history of volunteer service to Martha Street Studio and his many contributions to the Winnipeg arts and culture community.  

Gary is Martha Street Studio's longest serving board member, having served since the reorganization of MSS in 2001. He has acted as secretary to the board with consistent attendance and is a solid team player and contributor to all matters of the board. It is acknowledged by the former and current membership of MSS that without the sustained effort by Gary and other volunteers, involving countless hours, the current MSS facility would not have been developed or become operational.

Aside from being a valued board member and volunteer, Gary is an artist, graphic designer, exhibit designer, instructor, and woodcarver who holds a diploma in Fine Arts from the University of Manitoba.

Winners for the WAC Arts Awards will be announced at the Mayor's Luncheon for the Arts on June 8th, 2017.