Decidedly Low-tech

I've been working away on some art blocks for tomorrow's Urban Art show. This picture shows the hi-tech operation out on the picnic table. Yes, that is the canoe (A.K.A) "the barnacle", peeking out from behind the shed. Typewriter, scissors, glue, old magazines and maps are some of the necessary ingredients. The coffee is essential for that little burst of energy after last night's graveyard shift. I would not have finished up any new blocks for the show if it weren't for late night input and elbow grease from Karen (thanks!), and inspiration from our garden muse.

Hope to see you tomorrow at Minto Park, Elgin and Gilmour, between 9 and 6 pm.

Urban Art @ Minto Park 2011

Come on down to Minto Park at Elgin and Gilmour on July 23 for this annual event that brings together a fine selection of local talent in the Ottawa art and craft scene. I will be at spot number 41A with Mobius t-shirts and artwork, alongside friend and former co-organizer Katie Argyle who has recently relocated, but is returning to Ottawa for this show!

Urban Art in Minto Park, Tomorrow!!!

Middle Age Spread

After months of preparing, Urban Art in Minto Park is tomorrow. This is the 5th annual show and the second year that Katie and I have been the organizers. Things are chugging along, so as long as mother nature cooperates, we should have a fantastic day in Centretown.

I will have Mobius T-shirts at the show, as well as small collage work and cards, and I have made three sculptures to place around the park.

Come on down and check out the 60 or so dynamic artists and craftspeople that will be showing their work in this idyllic downtown park at Elgin and Gilmour st.

Apres Duchamp

Stationary Bike

Urban Art @ Minto Park

Just over a week to go until Urban Art @ Minto Park and things are coming together nicely. We have a selection of over 60 local artists. Some are veterans of this 5th annual event (2nd that Katie and I have put together) and for some it will be their first show ever! We have several collectives and will have a booth for Ottawa School of Art Grads and a table for Lady Evelyn Alternative School, who will be selling hand-painted canvas shopping bags as a school fundraiser. Post an anonymous message at the Post-it Secrets booth, or leave your mark with a chalk drawing on the boulevard of this beautiful downtown Ottawa park.

Countdown to Urban Art at Minto Park

I went a posterin' with my 2 pint-sized helpers last Thursday. It was uncharacteristically hot for this summer, and they were paid with a trip to the museum and a frozen treat--Thanks guys!

Organizing this year's Minto Park show with friend Katie has definitely been a learning experience and the show is shaping up nicely with 50+ fantastic local artists and artisans (check out our show blog at urbanartinmintopark.blogspot.com. Don't miss this rare opportunity to buy art directly from your friendly neighbourhood artists!

Urban Art at Minto Park

Here's another poster prototype for our upcoming event. Check out our the Urban art @ Minto Park show blog for participating artists and show information.

Urban Art at Minto Park, 2009

Katie (out of my mind) and I have taken on the organization for the 4th Annual Urban Art @ Minto Park. Our focus is local art, craft, poetry and music. Check out the show blog featuring participating Artists and other tidbits about the show. See you there!