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Scott Mallory | TEDx Talk Published Online

Scott Mallory
Posted: Fri, 2017-12-29 01:09

Scott Mallory (Sessional Faculty, MFA '17) gave a talk at TEDxAbbotsford on September 23, 2017. In this artistic demonstration entitled "How to See Like an Artist" he talks about the power of rhythm across art forms like painting, music, filmmaking and virtual reality.   

Ian Wallace at the Rennie Speaker Series

Posted: Mon, 2017-10-02 16:36

As part of the Rennie Speaker Series, Ian Wallace will give a talk on his Rennie Museum exhibition featuring rarely and never–before seen historic works. Space is limited!

Wednesday, October 4th at 6:30 pm (doors at 6:00pm)
Rennie Museum
51 East Pender Street 
Free Admission
Open to the public 
First come first seated.

Urban Access to Aboriginal Art

Violet Leech receiving personal instruction from Tamara Skubovius, photo: Noreen McHale
Posted: Wed, 2015-06-24 10:17

In July 2014, history was made at Emily Carr when three generations of Leech women enrolled in the Urban Access to Aboriginal Art program. Violet (grandmother), Pam (mother) and Crystal (daughter) completed a four-week intensive program at Emily Carr’s Aboriginal Gathering Place, for a once in a lifetime cultural experience.

Klaudia Niwa | IDEA Art Award

Posted: Tue, 2015-06-23 17:02

When a jury selected third-year painting student Klaudia Niwa to receive the 2015 IDEA Art Award for her piece Adaptivity, she became the sixth artist to receive the honour (see gallery below). Klaudia also joined a prestigious list of artists, including Gordon Smith, Jack Shadbolt, Scott McFarland and Gathie Falk, with works in the VGH and UBC Hospital art collection of 1,500+ pieces.

Learning by Design - Emily Carr and Kenneth Gordon Maplewood students team up

Visitors explore EC and KGMS Design Fair
Posted: Fri, 2015-05-29 11:55

Three learning communities - Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Kenneth Gordon Maplewood Elementary and Maplewood Alternative High School are celebrating five years of collaboration resulting in new approaches to teaching children with learning differences.

Leeway Resident Rachael Ashe To Host Draw Down in June

Rachael Ashe
Posted: Fri, 2015-05-29 11:23

Paper artist Rachael Ashe began her residency in The Leeway studio this month and the former photographer is already making headway on her own project while preparing to host two studio events.

“It is a more dedicated day when I come into The Leeway,” says Ashe of her residency so far. “Even just three weeks in, I’ve gotten a lot done.”

Currently working on a project about pattern design, including Japanese textiles and Islamic designs from architecture, Rachael is hoping to put together an installation incorporating these patterns.

19 graduating students awarded over $27,000!

Haide-Anne James, Circle Craft Graduation Award for Ceramics winner (detail)
Posted: Tue, 2015-05-26 10:40
“It is with heartfelt gratitude that I accept and thank you for the 2015 Circle Craft Graduation Award for Ceramics. I am not only honoured to have been selected, but also to have been included with the caliber of talent of the previous recipients.”    
  
Haide-Anne James

 

Announcing our 2015 Honorary Doctorate Recipients

Posted: Tue, 2015-04-21 16:31

The Honorary Doctorate Degree program is a celebration of commitment, dedication, and service, and recognizes individuals who are distinguished by their significant contributions and sustained creative and philanthropic achievements in their areas of expertise.

Connie Sabo | the creative process of volunteering

Connie Sabo, Chair + Curator, Emily Carr Alumni Association Exhibition Committee
Posted: Wed, 2015-02-25 18:04

Volunteers are an invaluable commodity in the not-for-profit world. They have passion for the charity’s mission and selflessly share their experience, expertise and time to drive the mission forward. At Emily Carr, Connie Sabo ('03) is a leader and driver in Emily Carr’s expanding list of volunteers.

Discover! | First Canada Research Chairs Appointed at Emily Carr

Intersections Digital Studios (IDS), home of Emily Carr's research centres
Posted: Wed, 2014-11-26 12:18

Emily Carr University of Art + Design is honoured to announce the appointment of Associate Professors Amber Frid-Jimenez and Dr. Garnet Hertz to Canada Research Chairs recently published by the Government of Canada.  

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