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Wednesday, Marcn ja , iyyy i tin uapw v innc, ufcAV tK Marilyn Wykes C „ /„ o V » /Sales Rep R B ^ M R K oJmtimie, c (905) 842-7000 Photo by Caroline Klahre This picture was taken two years ago during the spring celebration in April in IqaluiL Oakville celebrates the new territory T lhe Native Art Gallery in 'downtown Oakville is cel­ ebrating the birth of Cana­ da's new territory, .Nunavut, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 3rd. Gallery owner Caroline Klahre vis­ ited Iqaluit, NWT, two years ago dur­ ing the spring celebration in April which welcomes back the sun and the warmth. The warmth, however, was lost on Klahre who was borrowing the natives' winter clothing while they sported their spring outfits in the -35° weather. "We were out on the sea ice where there is no shelter from the wind - no trees, no buildings. I had everything on that I brought with me, and they were in their light spring wear," she recalls, explaining that the purpose of her trip was to visit some of the soap­ stone and ivory carvers her gallery represents and to discover new ones, which she did. And even then, preparations were already underway for the arrival of the new territory, the first territory in Canada that will be governed by natives. However, Klahre wonders aloud how their constituents will fare during the summer months when gov­ ernment representatives, along with most o f their neighbours, abandon their homes and their jobs to live off the land in a kind of nomad existence. (Not all that different from the govern­ ments in the south, except for the nomad part.) She says native leaders are expect­ ing 2,000 guests to help them celebrate the birth of their new territory tomor­ row (Thursday). Consequently, they have had chairs shipped to Iqaluit for the occasion because they are not pre­ pared to seat that many guests. However, accommodations won't be a problem. There are three hotels in Iqaluit, even though there are seldom more than 30 tourist in the NW T's largest community at any given time, says Klahre, who stayed in a small hotel with only 30 rooms. The Nunavut celebration in Oakville will feature the Holman Graphics Collection, a collection that traditionally marks the arrival of the spring season. This natural time of transition will be enhanced this year with the arrival of the new territory. And the Holman artists, old and new, have collaborated in creating a graph­ ics collection of 26 works, which includes an unprecedented 10 etchings. The public is invited to view this collection and join in the celebration of Nunavut in the gallery at 293 Lakeshore Rd. E. Call 845-5577 for more details. T\vo exciting concerts a t th e centre An Evening at the Apollo Theatre, a tribute to the vocal groups and singers who performed what is historically known as R&B music, will hit The Oakville Centre stage on April 15th at 8 p.m. Theatregoers will hear music that was performed by such legendary performers as' Sam and Dave, The Drifters, Sam Cooke, The Supremes, The Platters, The Tempta­ tions, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, and more. The nine musicians and seven vocalists in this produc­ tion were selected specifically for their ability to deliver an honest and pure tribute to an era that will never die. From the wardrobes to the choreographed dance moves, absolutely no detail has been left out...including the sweat. Then the following day, April 16th at 8 p.m., The Men of the Deeps will present a special evening of unique music. Comprised of working and retired coal miners from Cape Breton, this choir has been known to bring tears to the eyes of its audiences while singing the history of Cape Breton's coal mining communities. Since its debut, the choir has been the subject of National Film Board productions, has toured across North America, and appeared in China. The Men of the Deeps have worked with the likes of Anne Murray and Rita MacNeil. Tickets are $37.99 for An Evening at the Apollo The- S tone tables an d floors are level (Continued from page C1) onto a mosaic mural, he has reproduced one of his favourite paintings onto a table top, which is set on an industrial strength table. Cortez suggests that a customer could acquire "a very exquisite table" by commissioning one artist to build a strong hand-crafted table, and then him to design and create the top. Cortez learned the art o f creating with stone almost by fluke. While he was studying architecture in his native land at the University of Chile, one of his instructors asked if he'd like to assist her with a project. This particular instructor was a well-known sculptor who used stone to create murals. In fact, says Cortez, Nobel Prize-winning poet, Pablo Neruda, wrote a poem about her work. "She invited me to work with her. So we worked together to make a big patio for a Chilean family. And I learned the technique," he explains. His first project in Canada was showcased at the National Home Show where a few pieces of garden furni­ ture to complement a landscape artist's display turned into a 40' x 14' project. "I produced three patio floors in two months and step­ ping stones...a place for visitors to sit down and enjoy themselves," says the Oakville artisan, still amazed that he was able to do so much work in such a short length of time. But it paid off - that job led to another, which led to another. And the rolling stone, so to speak, began gather­ ing more and more commissioned jobs. Although it may seem irregular to have floors and table tops designed with pieces o f stone, every surface Cortez creates is smooth and level, suitable for walking on or holding the most delicate of crystal stemware. And his bird baths and stepping stones are reinforced with wire mesh and polymer bonding agents to survive Canada's winters. "In winter or fall, you can see these colourful orna­ ments in the garden," he says, explaining that his garden furniture can turn an otherwise grey backyard into a mosa­ ic of colour. "And the ice will melt, and the bird bath is still OK." Cortez will have a new line of bird baths at the One-of- a-Kind spring show, along with his traditional stepping stones and benches, which will include his popular 24-inch bistro table. Prices for his art work range from $59 for a small step­ ping stone to $900 for a garden bench with a lot of intri­ cate stone work. And he delivers. Those who cannot make it to the One-of-a-Kind show can visit Cortez's home showroom by calling him for an appointment at 849-1995. (Cortez says 1995 is more than just the last four digits of his phone number. It is also the year he was married and the year he took up his art full­ time.) atre, and $47.99 for The Men of the Deeps. Tickets are available by visiting or calling the box office of The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, 130 Navy St., 815-2021, weekdays from noon to 5 p.m. or Sat­ urdays from 2 to 5 p.m. REALTY ra CORP. L A K E F R O N T JUST LISTED. Over 1/2 acre $ with fabulous lake views. Home | | | could be enjoyed as is or suitable for possible renovation or possible building lot. $649,000 Bungalow with great charm and updated to perfection. Newer kitchen open to family room with gas fireplace. Walk to lake and downtown. Don't wait. $414 ,000 RED BRICK BUNGALOW On large treed lot in desirable north neighbourhood. Finished basement. Walk to schools and Oakville Place. Show well. $209 ,000 Call me now! IN COOPERATION WITH RE/MAXABOUTOWNE. ASKING $399,900 LORNE PARK Unique home fabulous for entertaining, inground pool with waterfall. $609,000 RIVER OAKS Great semi, River Oaks, full ensuite, fenced. Separate entry to basement. $193,500 f NOW ENROLLING! Spring Art Classes Capitalize on the freshness of spring and get those creative juices flowing. Learn from the professionals of The Oakville Art Society. ADULT AR T ADULT SCULPTURE CHILDREN'S A R T Class Fee for OAS members $100, Non-members $110 321A - O il/Acrylic Beginner/lnterm ediate Mon. 1 to 3:30 p.m. 8 weeks Instructor Leslie Cochrane Colour mixing and practical application. 322A - Life Drawing Beginner/lnterm ediate Mon. 7 to 9:30 p.m . 8 weeks Instructor Nazy Sakhavarz Work from a live model, Model fees extra. 323A - Oil/Acrylic Interm ediate/Advanced Tues. 9:30 to 12 noon 8 weeks Instwctor. Leslie Cochrane Emphasis placed on developing a personal style. 324A - W atercolour Beginner/lnterm ediate Tues. 1 to 3:30 p.m. 8 weeks Instw ctor Joyce Reynolds Value, colour & composition. 325A - W atercolour Beginner/lnterm ediate Tues. 7 to 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks Instructor Vicky Weir Learn the basics and experience the joy. 326A - W atercolour Interm ediate/Advanced W ed. 9:30 to 12 noon 8 weeks Instw ctor Liz Pudsey Learn techniques to help develop a personal style. 327A - W atercolour Interm ediate/Advanced Mon. 1 to 3:30 p m 8 weeks Instw ctor Vicky Weir Loosen up to free up your creativity. 328A - Chinese Brush Painting All Levels Thurs. 9:30 to 12 noon 8 weeks Instw ctor Baoxing Zhang Learn the Way of the brush'. 330A - W atercolour Beginner/lnterm ediate Thurs. 7 to 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks Instw ctor Vicky Weir Same program as 325A 315S - Sculpture Some sculpting preferred but not essential. Tues. 1 to 3:30 p.m . 5 weeks Learn to sculpt in day from a live model. Model fees extra. OAS members $80. Non-members $90. ADULT POTTERY Class fee for OAS members $125, Non-members $135 31 OH - Handbuilding & the W heel Beginner/lnterm ediate Mon. 7 to 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks Instwctor Marie Celine Lodge Complete several projects induding glazing tech­ niques. 311P - Handbuilding & the W heel Beginner/lnterm ediate W ed. 9:30 to 12 noon 8 weeks Instw ctor Marguerite Broten Learn 3 basic handbuilding techniques plus decorat­ ing and glazing. 312P - Handbuilding & the W heel All Levels Tues. 7 to 9:30 p.m . 8 weeks Instw ctor Cathleen Nicholson Class features a combination of handbuilding & throwing techniques. 313P • Handbuilding & the W heel Beginner/lnterm ediate Sat. 1 to 3:30 p.m. 8 weeks Instwctor Micheline Likas Leam to make functional and fun pieces. CHILDREN'S POTTERY____________ Class fees $66. Materials supplied. 301P - Children's Pottery Ages 7 to 12. S a t 9:30 to 12 noon 6 weeks Instw ctor M abu Twynam Students are encouraged to explore their own cre­ ativity. 302P - After School Pottery Ages 7 to 12. W ed. 4:15 to 6:15 p.m. 6 weeks Instw ctor Sabine Keevil Leam basic handbuilding techniques. Complete sev­ eral projects. Class fee $66. Most supplies are induded unless oth­ erwise stated. 305A - Drawing & O il Painting Ages 7 to 12. Tues. 4:15 to 6:15 p.m . 6 weeks Instw ctor Mae Giroux An introduction to design and use of colour. 306A - Children's Art Ages 7 to 12. Sat. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m . 6 weeks Instw ctor Helen Hendry Explore various drawing & painting techniques. 309A - A fter School Cartooning Ages 9 to 12. W ed. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. 6 weeks Instw ctor Trent Copp A general introduction to cartooning designed to develop creativity. $15 material fee extra TEEN EVENING CLASS____________ 308A - Drawing & Cartooning Ages 14 and up. W ed. 7 to 9 p.m . 6 weeks Instw ctor Trent Copp A program designed to stimulate the imagination. Leam proportion & perspective. Indudes one session of drawing from a dothed model. Students must sup­ ply own materials. List available. Fee $98. Join the OAS today and save! The OAS operates year round pro­ gramming. Member of the OAS enjoy many benefits including discounts on classes and savings on art sup­ plies at selected stores. Find out more by calling the OAS or drop in during business hours. REMEMBER TO REGISTER EARLY BECAUSE CLASS SIZES ARE LIMITED TO ALLOW MORE TIME FOR INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION. OAKVILLE ART SOCIETY OFFICE HOURS: Mon. to Wed. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thurs. 1 pm. to 4 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 560 BRONTE ROAD 827-5711