Schmoozy 53 Programming Huacatay Workshop & Communal Meal
Schmoozy 53 Opening Reception: Fri, Nov. 13, 7–10 PM “Make a Friend!” Pocket Doll Workshop with Olivia Forsyth: Sat, Nov. 21st, 1–4 PM Winter Wreath Workshop with HQS Floral: Thurs, Nov. 26, 6–9 PM Huacatay Workshop & Communal Meal: Sat. Nov. 28, 1–3 PM Willow Gathering Tray Workshop with Freyja Ulveland: Thurs, Dec. 10, 6–9 PM Schmoozy Closing Karaoke: Dec. 12 from 7–10 PM
Schmoozy 53 Opening ReceptionFriday, November 13, 7–10 PM Entrance by Donation at Latitude 53 Gallery, 10130 100 St NW Featured Artists: Cindy Baker, Isabella Camerino, Mia Cook, Dustin Coulson, Louisa Hammond, khuuwl, Eunna Oh, Maria Rosati, Siham Salah, Jenna Zoe Sampson, Sam Schembri, Byori Seo, Jill Stanton, Daniel Lee Whyte
Join us for the opening reception of Schmoozy 53 on Friday, November 13, from 7 PM to late! Be the first to purchase artwork, bid on the silent auction, and purchase tickets for the raffle and 50/50 draw! The evening will be bumping with the tunes of DJ Denise of ClubClub, drinks will be flowing courtesy of Neema Sip and Co, and delicious eats will be enjoyed thanks to the chefs at Under the High Wheel. We will fifty-see you there! Entry by donation ($40 suggested).
Schmoozy celebrates artists and the community that supports them. Running annually since 1998, Schmoozy has evolved from a silent art auction to an exhibition with works for sale by local artists. Works will be on sale both online and in-person throughout the four weeks, providing several Alberta artists, both emerging and established, with opportunities to grow their audience, get paid for their work, and connect with other artists and art lovers alike within the community.
“Make a Friend!” Pocket Doll Workshop
with Olivia ForsythSaturday, November 21st, 1–4 PM Ticketed Event at Latitude 53 Gallery, 10130 100 St NW Learn to hand sew a precious pocket-sized doll. Participants will spend the afternoon learning to design, sew, and stuff a whimsical miniature doll using felt and embroidery thread. All materials and tools will be provided. Tickets start at $45.
Winter Wreath Workshop with HQS FloralThursday, November 26, 6–9 PM Ticketed Event at Latitude 53 Gallery, 10130 100 St NW Create an organic, texture-forward wreath using fresh winter foliage from BC on a handmade vine base.A variety of accents including branches, berries, pine cones, dried florals/grasses, and ribbons will be available to personalize your design. Participants are also welcome to bring their own decor elements like ornaments, ribbons, dried materials, etc to incorporate into their design.
All materials and tools will be provided. Participants may want to bring their own apron and gloves. Please wear artmaking clothes, wreath making can be messy! Tickets start at $55.
Huacatay Workshop & Communal MealSaturday, November 28, 1–3 PM Free Event with Registration at Latitude 53 Gallery, 10130 100 St NW Francesca Carella Arfinengo (she/they) will host a part art workshop, part communal meal centered on the herb huacatay, an aromatic bitter plant used as a condiment in the Andes. The artist will lead a conversation around the table about how one’s identity is shaped and further understood through cooking and sharing food from our place of origin with our current community.
This event is geared towards BIPOC participants whose identity has been shaped by the experience of immigration, either their own or their direct ancestors. Participants need to register below and state their dietary needs when doing so.
This event is in partnership with Fyrefly, and made possible with the generous support of the Canada Council for the Arts and of the Winnipeg Arts Council, with funding from the City of Winnipeg.
Willow Gathering Tray Workshop
with Freyja UlvelandThursday, December 10, 6–9 PM Ticketed Event at Latitude 53 Gallery, 10130 100 St NW In this beginner-friendly workshop, you will weave a small gathering tray from locally harvested willow. We will use a simple wooden jig to hold the ribs in place while we weave, giving you time to become familiar with the material and learn how to choose and place each rod as the tray takes shape.
We will also talk about finding and identifying willow for basketry, when and how to harvest it responsibly, and how to dry, store, and prepare your own willow for weaving. By the end of the workshop, you will have a finished gathering tray to take home and a foundation of skills for continuing to explore willow basketry. All materials and tools will be provided. Tickets start at $55.
Schmoozy 53 Closing KaraokeSaturday, December 12, 7–10 PM Entrance by Donation at Latitude 53 Gallery, 10130 100 St NW One last party before Schmoozy 53 closes! If you have purchased artwork, come pick up your pieces and then stay to sing a karaoke song by donation. The bar will be open and the party will be bumping. This is your last chance to enter the silent auction, raffle and 50/50 so enter to win!
For further information, images, or interview requests, please contact:
Ariana Ozga-Reinecke
ariana@latitude53.org |
