Tag Archives: Dimensions 2017

WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY AT DIMENSIONS 2017!

Posted on October 21, 2017 by mariasaracino

Today is a great day at DIMENSIONS 2017. Come see over 150 amazing sculptures by members of the National Capital Network of Sculptors. Take part in a FREE workshop with award winning stone sculptor, Patrick Imai. You’ll learn how to … Continue reading →

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DIMENSIONS 2017 – THIS WEEKEND!

Posted on October 16, 2017 by mariasaracino

Drop in to our biggest and best sculpture show yet. We’re celebrating Canada’s 150th with over 150 sculptures! DIMENSIONS 2017 – It’s Almost Here! This Weekend! October 19th to October 22nd Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park Make sure you enter our draw … Continue reading →

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Adding Sculpture to your Art Collection

Posted on October 15, 2017 by mariasaracino

Paintings need a good frame and an appropriate wall to be appreciated. Sculptures on the other hand need to be viewed from multiple angles to truly appreciate their beauty. Whether it is a larger piece or one in need of … Continue reading →

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DIMENSIONS 2017 – FREE WORKSHOPS AND PRESENTATIONS

Posted on October 14, 2017 by mariasaracino

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DIMENSIONS 2017 – The Glass Artists

Posted on October 13, 2017 by mariasaracino

Fused glass is glass that has been fired in a kiln at a range of high temperatures from 593 °C (1,099 °F) to 816 °C (1,501 °F). There are 3 main distinctions for temperature application and the resulting effect on the glass. Slumping, tack fusing and full fuse. These pieces … Continue reading →

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DIMENSIONS 2017 – The Statuary Artists

Posted on October 11, 2017 by mariasaracino

“The art of sculpture is eight times as great as any other art based on drawing, because a statue has eight views and they must all be equally good.” These words were spoken by Benvenuto Cellini in the 1500’s. This … Continue reading →

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DIMENSIONS 2017 – The Blacksmith Sculptors

Posted on October 10, 2017 by mariasaracino

Metal art or the trade of blacksmithing as a high quality, creative and affordable art form has been growing and establishing itself in our modern society. We’re pleased to announce the addition of two new members who have devoted themselves … Continue reading →

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DIMENSIONS 2017 – MIXED MEDIA

Posted on October 9, 2017 by mariasaracino

You’ve heard of mixed media and you’ve heard of multimedia art. What’s the difference? In visual art, mixed media is an artwork in which more than one medium has been employed. Multimedia art, on the other hand combines visual art with non-visual elements, such as recorded sound, literature, drama, … Continue reading →

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A Big Thank You to our Sponsors

Posted on October 8, 2017 by mariasaracino

We want to take a moment during this Thanksgiving weekend to thank our sponsors. These are the businesses who support and encourage the arts and individual artists in our community through their patronage. DIMENSIONS and The National Capital Network of … Continue reading →

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DIMENSIONS 2017 – The Wood Sculptors

Posted on October 5, 2017 by mariasaracino

It’s believed that the first wood carver was Adam. That’s how long wood carving has been practised. Over the centuries wood carving has undergone many changes but has never died. Coaxing a figure out of a root or branch, carving a … Continue reading →