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- December 24, 2010
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We recently had a chance to peak at Bruce Turnbull’s latest work at the Elissa Cristall Gallery and were quite delighted with the variety of themes and motifs the painter integrates into his encaustic work. The beeswax and oil paints are fused onto discarded materials from building sites on which the artist works as a construction manager by day. Bruce states that he is “always looking for the beauty in things that have been discarded,” and as time goes by, his appreciation of “how important Dr. Seuss is to a well-rounded education” increases. For some more info on Bruce and his intricate concoctions, snoop around Elissa Cristall’s website, and if the Vancouver Sun is your cup of tea, take a sip and read up some more about this unique exhibit.
A Solo Show by Bruce Turnbull
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Untitled by Victor Wang
Film Photography
Vancouver, Canada
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Page 42 // Off Campus Submission // Skewed Issue Number Eight // Jan/Feb 2010
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Like Channel No.5, but significantly better, Kevin House has been guilty for a while now, of bestowing upon the art world intricately crafted pet portraits, intricately crafted musicianship, intricately crafted miniatures that ‘kill’, and most recently, intricately crafted switchblade swinging renditions of footwear. The latter were part of Shoe Side Story, an exhibit that took place at The Red Gate Gallery in Vancouver. We sat down with Kevin in a giant shoe, guarded by an undisclosed number of significantly smaller ones to bring these questions your way, before the KGB realizes how great shoes are, and kidnaps Kevin from our midst.
Even issue #9 feature, Curtis Santiago, had some high quality input on this matter.
CHAPTER 1
Who is Kevin House?
Who is Kevin House? Can’t you just email me these questions…
Really?
I think that would just be easier…
Perhaps you should answer the first one, as I take pictures; the recorder is on your knee.
Ok. Ok. Is it on?
Yep.
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Untitled by Will Redfern
Canada
Photography
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Page 40 // Off Campus Submission // Skewed Issue Number Seven // Nov/Dec 2009
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- December 15, 2010
- In Skewed
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Dear readers, contributors and friends,
For the past two years, Skewed has worked hard to bring you the best of the best in everything art related. From make up to sculpture to film and theatre, from interviews to event coverage to Stuff We Like. A heavy duty mix of local creatives spiced up by submissions from all around the globe, motivated us to put together a fully packed issue every two months.
This experience has exceeded our expectations in more than one way, which makes it even more difficult to announce that Skewed, Issue Number Eleven, is our last issue. Our official closure date, for both the magazine and the blog, is December 31, 2010. From then on, the website will remain active and our past material and archives fully accessible, however, no new content will be added.
Even though we are sad to see this day come, we are looking forward to pursuing personal projects and being involved in the art scene in new capacities, taking inspiration from all the content that we’ve been fortunate enough to work with.
We appreciate everyone that has come across the magazine in one way or another. Thank you all for your continuous support, and we hope you have enjoyed Skewed as much as we have.
Dina + Lexa
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- December 13, 2010
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Being retro is fun, not that we would know much about it, as we were literally born yesterday, and this typing thing is definitely getting the best out of us today. However, the photos from our somewhat recent visit to Justin Ogilvie’s studio, prior to the artist’s departure to Edmonton, have reassured us that we need to survive, and live long to see how his work will progress after his Master’s of Fine Arts (from the University of Alberta) is complete. Meanwhile, enjoy a selection of work old and new, and make sure to take a look at Issue #11, as well as www.justinogilvie.com, for additional opportunities to contemplate Justin’s work.
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We came across Voices of Haiti, a beautiful photo essay by Jeremy Cowart depicting the people of Haiti. Moved by the January earthquake in Haiti that killed 230,000 and left 1.6 million homeless, Jeremy traveled to Port-Au-Prince and simply asked people, “What do you have to say about all this?”.
The result is a collection of powerful photographs which, in contrast to the images we normally see in the media, capture the hope and strength in Haiti, amidst the poverty and destruction.
Ak Lanmo Nap Venk Tout Bagay! | Love Conquers All!
This photo essay comes at a time of a cholera epidemic and politically instability following elections in Haiti. The prints are availabe for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to Safewater Nexus, a non-profit that will donate tents to 700,000 people.
As a side note, another great non-profit close to our hearts is All Hands Volunteers (formerly Hands On Disaster Response), an organization in Haiti where two Skewed contributors have personally volunteered. Harry Fellows, a fellow volunteer and photographer has put together a beautiful photography book of Haitian portraits here. The book is available for purchase with all proceeds going to All Hands. To donate directly to the cause, please visit www.hands.org/donate.
The Arts Club Theatre Company’s It’s a Wonderful Life, runs until Jan. 2 but check it out this week and beat the holiday rush. Based on the classic Christmas film, this story promises to be a real tear-jerker.
The European Union Film Festival is in full swing. The festival runs until Dec. 9, 2010. Enjoy the chance to be transported to Europe for the day.
And speaking of all things European, make sure to check out the Vancouver Christmas Market. This year a traditional German Christmas Market comes to Vancouver for the first time. Lots of food and merchadise to browse, from wooden carvings to nutcrackers. If this doesn’t get you into the Christmas spirit, nothing else will. And make sure to order the hot spiced wine… your welcome.
‘Tis the season for craft fairs. From Dec. 9 – 12, The One of a Kind Show will be on at the New Vancouver Convention Centre. Focusing on homegrown talent, the craft show brings innovative artists, craftspeople, and designers together sharing their unique creations. Check out the vast selection and on-site perks for “a personal shopping experience like no other.”
If that doesn’t settle your search for handmade gifts, shop online at Poppytalk Handmade’s Holiday Market, curated by the Canadian design blog, Poppytalk.
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