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PAGE 20, WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 1987 Cele bra By JOANNA VAN DEWALL Curatorial Assistant This exhibition features works by several contemporary Canadian artists who reveal their fascination with the many aspects of various sports. While each artist's work focuses on different facets of spor- ts' activities and the participants, all testify to the important role sports play in our society. Using a wide variety of media to create unique images of personal significanace, these artists invite the viewer to share in the experien- ce of the athlete and perhaps, to become a participant in the ac- tivity. Ted Howorth's personal interest in an involvement with human- powered vehicles has been tran- slated into two, highly original, powerful, serigraphic images en- titled "Golden Smog over Pomona," and "Counterpoint." In tion ofs both works, the artist is visually dealing with the theme of transpor- tation and the human condition in it. John Gould's enthusiasm for baseball was the inspiration for this dynamie, action drawing entitled "Fast Baller." Strength and speed are emphasized by the large, muscular features of the white-clad figure, drawn on a dark color-field to heighten the dramatic effect. Vigorous, sweeping brush-strokes filled with energy complement spontaneously-drawn, expressive line, to capture the fleeting im- pression of motion. The rich, dark tones accentuating the player's ex- pression of intense concentration and effort, contrast sharply with the luminous, white, figurative forms, creating a powerfully emotive image. Jack Nichois' works portray two athletes in the moments before they engage in action. Expressive, un-. Judo * Confidence * Q• Muscle Tone Uids e Increased Coordination It's also especially good for girls as self defence. School, scouting and club demonstations upon request *r, Registrations now being taken Call Mon. -Wed.-Thurs.6 P.M. -10P.M. 430-2925 * ' Kiichi-Sai Judo Club Unit 2-600 Euclid SI innranceoitofMapleSt) Whitby _Vçi *Umit one ad pur person port at, duiating lines describe the muscular figure of the "Wrestler," whose challenging stance and clen- ched fists show the tension of as yet unreleased energy. The works of Jeremy Smith depict an incident frozen in time, similar to stop-action photography. A distant, mysterious quality projected by the mechanical- looking yet recognizably human figure in "Diver." But the delicate handling of the medium in describing the figure, as well as the natural, landscape setting, soften the almost non-human appearance of the in, In Willuira Kurelek's piece, "Sure Winner," the luminous, clear, blue sky and the sun's radiant glow on the calm water reflect a mood of quiet confidence. A relatively small painting, this work conveys a sense of great dep- th and vast space. Through the use of aerial and linear perspective, our view is directed ahead to the final goal. In his colorful photograph, "Canadian Anne Ottenbrite: Olympic champion," Paul Sutton captures the athlete's great moment of victory as she receives her gold medal at the 1984 Olym- pics. The recurring, vibrant, com- plimentary colors unify the com- position and accentuate the sense of fulfillment and achievement ex- pressed by the exultant, young competitor. With hand uplifted she invites the viewer to share her suc- cess in attaining the long, strived- for goal. Jane Eccles' bright, colorful paintings have a romantic spirit, evoking pleasant memories of idyllic, country scenes. A doll-like figure set against a decoratively- patterned background, fixes her gaze on us, in a piece entitled: 'Skater." The delicate designs and the rich, warm hues of the elegant skating costume, lend an air of charm to the stately figure. In CHARLES BELL SALES & SERVICE 2nd Annual Open House Saturday, Sept. 26 & Su-nda, Sept 27 1988 Polaris INDY 650 TAUNTON RD. WEST. WHITBY 666-2850 Station Gallery "Flurries," vigorous brushstrokes rich with paint describe the snow as it swirls about the figures, giving the painting vitality and a sense of fluid motion. With sensativity and humour, Eccles has captured the children who, with youthful aban- don ar¿d wonderment are enjoying the winter season. Jane Buckles' sculpted, mache- figures with their comical, exaggerated features, bring an irrepressible smile to everyone's face. Her infectious sense of humour and keen wit are reflected in the whimsical, facial expressions and animated gestures of the theatrically-posed figures- Engaged in activities familiar to us all, "Ethel," "Doris" and "Vanessa" evoke a sentimental feeling of nostalgia in the viewer. This exhibition featuring works with a sports-related theme, displays the different viewpoints of the artists as they creatively utilize various media to give expression to their own, unique vision of human nature in relation to sports. BOWMANVILLE ARTIST Jane Eccles shows Anne Ot- tenbrite one of her works on display at The Station Gallery as part of the "In Celebration of Sports" show. Ottenbrite is the subject of a photo in the display. Volleyball tryouts this week All-star volleyball team try-outs for Durham Region women and young girls begin this week in Oshawa. For bantam (born 1974 or 1975), midget (1972-73), junior (1970-71) and juvenile (1968-69), tryouts will be Thursday, Sept. 24 and Thur- sday, Oct. 1, 6:15 to 8:15 p.m., at McLaughlin CVI, 570 Stevenson Rd. N. and Sept. 29 and Oct. 6, same hours, at Central Collegiate, 377 Simcoe St. S. The Genesis Volleyball Club will hold women's tryouts Thursday, Sept. 24, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., at Cen- tral. For more details on age, time and location, call Hedy Gadd at 623- 9561. LETTER Congrats To the editor: Congratulations to the Squirt division 'A' champions Beige & Maroon, under coach Michael Whelan, division 'B' champions Whitby Lions L05 under coach Chris Race, division 'A' cup finals, Forest Green & White under coach Brent Farr, division 'B' consolation trophy winners Midas Muffler un- der coach Steve Basdeo. The Whitby Iroquois Soccer Club wishes to thank publicly the service clubs, local businesses and com- panies who generously gave their support to our soccer program by sponsoring one or more of our house league or representative teams this season. The WISC and the executive would like to extend their thanks for a great season to ail the coaches and volunteer parents who took part in special events. îue~ eîb's executve especially appreciates this support and urge ail parent and boys and girls playing soccer* within our orgailization to extend tlieir thanks to their spoisoi's by returning that support Sain Coppolino Director ot Publicity and Convener Wh'Iît t' lrsquîois Socceer C'lub THANK YOU DURHAM CENTRE I thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with you as your M.P.P. to ensure that the needs and concerns of Durham Centre are included in the Peterson Government's blue prints for the future. The Peterson Government has done what it said it would do. It will continue to provide the people of Ontario with caring, responsible, and progressive leadership. To my many friends, supporters, and workers............ a very special and sincere THANK YOU. I couldn't have done it without you! ALLAN W. FURLONG M.P.P. Durham Centre