Events
Leap of Faith – Stephen Paul Fulton
Stephen Paul Fulton is a local practicing artist. He graduated from Ontario College of Art and Design in 2006 and he currently works in the culture industry. His work is a mixed media process combining collage and paint. Fulton juxtaposes sinister imagery and threatening skies with moments of beauty found only through nature and community. His subject matter draws upon social conventions and hierarchical paradigms such as inequality, waste/over-consumption and social convention. His technique is innovative in a thought provoking way.
This contemporary artist has a conscious soul, one that does not forsake the realities of today’s world in his art. He is very much aware of the issues that we deal with in society and the global village at large.
Painterly, lush, tonally harmonic and thoughtful, witty and intelligently brought together, Fulton’s pieces are an aesthetic source of delight.
Creative Collage Workshop with Stephen Paul Fulton
This workshop is a two part series led by Stephen Paul Fulton, local contemporary artist working with mixed media. It incorporates the techniques of collage and oil painting on panel. This workshop is intended for beginners and experienced painters. Have fun with new and traditional materials and explore your creative force. You will have the opportunity to create your own art piece (some materials provided), and take home a handful of inspirational information.
April 11th – 1-4pm: Workshop in Acrylic Mixed Media: Collage
April 18th – 1-4pm: Oil Painting
Both Workshops $80 (Deadline April 6th, 2010)
Special Price $70 (Before or on March 26th, 2010)
Part 1 – Workshop in Acrylic Mixed Media: Collage
In this mixed media workshop participants will learn valuable techniques and tricks to help turn out a better looking piece of art and extend its longevity. Some of the processes learned will enable the student to evaluate different paper types, how to adhere them to almost any surface, the difference between working on board and canvas and how to choose your subject matter.
This guided workshop will help to open up new possibilities when working with found images and objects. Learn the fundamentals behind mixed media and master the use of several materials on the same working surface.
Part 2 – Workshop in Oil Painting
One of the most hallowed traditional painting methods is Oil painting. As beautiful as it is difficult to execute, there are techniques and tricks that have been employed for hundreds of years to yield masterful results. Its strengths lay in its ability to move instantly from opaque to transparent, thin to thick and back again. In this three-hour workshop you will learn how to take the frustration, danger and guess work out of painting with Oils. Learn proper, stress free brush and palette clean up. Discover the hidden world of Pigment types and their properties, good and bad.
For more information please contact jane@motykafinearts.com
200 Under 2009
“200 Under” is designed for the Christmas season.Everyone is looking for a perfect gift, why not an original piece of art for that special someone.
All pieces will be on sale for $200 or less, 20×20″ and smaller. Artists featured: Kumar Samaranayake, Megan Sinnett, Nada Annan, Zara Diniz, Ro Pizzo, Ela Wieczorek, Jihane Mossalim, Mindy Rampersad, Claudion Ghirardo, Paul McCue and Jane Motyka. A few examples:
Motyka Fine Arts Presents
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April 3rd – May 2nd, 2009
Opening Reception – Friday, April 3rd, 7 – 11 pm
Zara Diniz was born in Toronto, Ontario and is an artist recognized for her work as a painter and muralist. As a graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design, she has worked on commissions for clients and charities and is now an art educator.
As a visual artist, she delves in the simplicity of painting and the expressive nature of its creation. She creates paintings that capture the medium’s material stages while still depicting people and objects in their utmost familiarity. This unique synthesis of high realism and expressive painting marks her distinctive surrealist style.
Amor Fati
“For the birth of life is a love that accepts death…and dreams of forgiving breath” Zara
Amor Fati is a narrative that retraces a spiritual journey where one falls back into the world and becomes fragile again. That is, where novel moments – revealing a passion for life, are consumed by a downward spiral into darkness, and carried forward – bringing consciousness to spiritual light.
If “Argumentum ex Silentio” symbolizes that enlightened moment where the memory of the heart is visible; then “Mutatio” and “A Fortorio” emphasizes that pivotal moment when the empty void in the heart attracts one to the unknown. Revealing that moment of union and connection through love; “Credere”, then depicts our protagonist’s encounter with another.
The work moves toward a state where woman finds man – and where, together, they change with every form of passage, evolving within processes of consciousness and coming to an understanding of how humanity experiences the world through the human heart.
Motyka Fine Arts Featuring “Open Drawing Fuzion II”
[SinglePic not found]The “Open Drawing Fuzion II” will once again feature the 5 fuzionists/ artists collaborating simultaneously on one drawing in a live performance. Witness the creative evolution right before your eyes…
For all those who attended our first event in November ‘08, this event promises to be equally inspiring… if not more..
Purchase advance tickets at Motyka Fine Arts for $5.00 or $10.00 at the door (based upon availability). *Ticket will is also valid for free admission to the “Re-Trans Warehouse Open Fuzion” on May 7th, 2009
There will be originals and prints of our pieces available for sale.
*Partial proceeds from the event will be reserved for a charity supporting the arts.
For more information please email: artfuzion@live.ca or call 905-271-2727
“200 Under” Fine Art Sale
December 8th – December 26th 2008
“200 Under” is designed for the Christmas season. Everyone is looking for a perfect gift, why not an original piece of art for that special someone or yourself. Local and international artists will have their work available for under $200. All pieces are 24×24″ and smaller ranging in mediums, including original paintings and photography.
Selected Works
Events @ Motyka Fine Arts
“Painting Ladies” @ Motyka Fine Arts
Saturday, November 15th – Sunday, November 16th 2008
LIVE PAINTING PERFORMANCE
Sat. 11:00am – 7:00pm
Sun. 12:00am – 5:00pm
Motyka Fine Arts is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring the “Painting Ladies”, Val Barton, Eugenia Krpan, Dolores Feir and Judy Stewart. Locally the group is recognized for their long term collaboration together in Port Credit. Their inspiration comes from nature, which the Ladies translate into beautiful watercolours. On Saturday, November 15th, 2008, all four painters will demonstrate their artistic expression at Motyka Fine Arts by painting live. Their work will also be available for sale. This is a free event, bring your friends.
The paintings will be available until Saturday, November 22, 2008
“Open Drawing Fusion”
Thursday, November 27th 7:00pm – 10:00pm
The “Open Drawing Fusion” will feature selected artists working simultaneously on one drawing. Based on the concept of the “Drawing Fusion”, the artists will perform the collaborative process to an ambient guitar player. Witness the creative evolution right before your eyes.
This event is by donation only, partial proceeds will be reserved for a scholarship towards a Cawthra Park young artists post-secondary education.
To get on the guest list please email jane@motykafinearts.com
“200 Under” Show
December 8th – December Dec 27th
“200 Under” is designed for the Christmas season. Everyone is looking for a perfect gift, why not an original piece of art for that special someone. Original artwork 24″x24″ and smaller will be available for sale for only $200 and under. Several local artists will be selected to have their work displayed.
If you are an artist interested in taking part in the show please contact jane@motykafinearts.com for an application
What a Great event!!! Thanks to the drummers for their one of a kind performance and involving everyone around in rhythm making. You really made people’s hearts jump. Thanks to the artists that came out, your presence contributed to the success of the evening. Thank you to everyone else that was able to make it, Abstract Rhythms was an inspiring experience.
Abstract Rhythms
Saturday October 11th 2008
3:00pm – 9:00pm @ Motyka Fine Arts
Painting by Slobodan Macura, 72x89 inches
Motyka Fine Arts is excited to announce “Abstract Rhythms”. The exhibition highlight the synesthetic relationship between the rhythms of abstract painting and the beats of the drum.
Weather you enjoy music or fine art paintings the event will capture your senses. From the beats of the drum to the flow of paint on canvas, the association will inspire a heart warm rhythm.
Featuring Artists:
Slobadon Macura, Chris Masoure, Marco Jiang, Jane Motyka, Zara Diniz, Kurt Rostek, Allen Zhang
Featuring Drummers:
Peter Corriero, Vince Maccarone, Dario Auirre, David Gray, Will Cahill
Check out the Mississauga News Article! from October 8th 2008
When the Sun Goes Down
Title: When the Sun Goes Down
Location: Motyka Fine Arts
Description: Motyka Fine Arts will taking part in the Southside Shuffle – The 10th Annual Port Credit Blues & Jazz Festival. There will be a projection of gallery images juxtaposed with a live painting on the gallery window. In the evening, stop by and experience live creativity.
Schedule: Aug 29, 30, Sep 2,3,4,5,6,7
Start Date: 2008-08-29
End Date: 2008-09-07
Drawing Fusion
Title: Drawing Fusion
Location: The Wall
Description: Motyka Fine Arts is excited to announce the “Drawing Fusion” at “The Wall”, located inside the gallery. “The Wall is a place where artists connect through a visual language. It is based on the freedom of expression, fueled by experimentation and imagination. It hopes to engage creative thinkers in a common discourse, allowing for inspiration and support.
No matter what kind of visual creator you are, the fundamental element of visual understanding is expressed with drawing. Through the exploration of each other’s lines and the contribution of unique marks, the image evolves. The process is simple, all you need is paper, charcoal and creativity.
If you are an artist interested in joining please contact Jane Motyka at jane@motykafinearts.com for more details.
“Drawing Fusion” are scheduled on Thursdays from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Port Credit Outdoor Art Show
Title: Port Credit Outdoor Art Show
Location: Port Credit, Mississauga
Description: On the boardwalk of the Credit Village Marina – 12 Stavebank Rd. S. Port Credit Artists from across Southern Ontario showcase a variety of media including watercolour, acrylic, oil, pastel photography and mixed media, in this beautiful waterfront setting.
Jane Motyka will be dispaying her artwork and representing Motyka Fine Arts. Please visit the event and support your local artists.
Showtimes:
Friday July 18, 2008 4pm – 9pm
Saturday July 19, 2008 11am – 9pm
Sunday July 20, 2008 10am – 5pm
Start Date: 2008-07-18
End Date: 2008-07-20
Busker Fest in Port Credit
Buskers are gutsy street performers. Theatre in the street. Comedians, contortionists, magicians and mimes, sword-swallowers and human statures. Jugglers, escape artists and acrobats. Each performer vying to out perform the last, for a toss of a coin in the hat.
With over 20 professional Buskers, two staging areas and lots of “surprise fly pitches” throughout Port Credit – not to mention a huge Grand Finale Fire Show – this years Busker Fest is going to be incredible!
Expect to experience side-splitting comedy, eye-popping acrobatics and mind-bending daredevil stunts!
Come by the gallery on the 16th through the 17th to witness a drawing come to life on the gallery window! Artist Claudio Ghirardo will be composing a drawing inspired by the modern lifestyle, interpreting the many styles of visual art with the use of “the house”. The event will be documented.
August 15, 16 & 17
