Walter Dexter RCA - Video Interview by Jonathons

We are really excited to be able to introduce “CLAYSPOTS”, a collection of interviews with Canada’s leading ceramic artists.

This interview will feature British Columbia artist Walter Dexter RCA.


We are really excited to be able to introduce “CLAYSPOTS”, a collection of interviews with Canada’s leading ceramic artists.

This interview will feature British Columbia artist Walter Dexter RCA. Head over to our Media Page to view.

GOYER-BONNEAU RCA OUR FIRST "CLAYSPOTS" VIDEO INTERVIEW

We are really excited to be able to introduce "CLAYSPOTS", a collection of interviews with Canada's leading ceramic artists. to launch the series we are pleased to present an interview with Alain and Denise Goyer-Bonneau RCA.

Our next interview will be will feature British Columbia artist Walter Dexter RCA. Watch for it in early December.
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JONATHON LINKS UP WITH THE INNUIT GALLERY!

November 19th is the opening of this years Jamie Jardine exhibition. This is going to be an incredible show. Jamie went to Nunavut in July and spent ten days in Iqaluit and this show is a result of his travels. Jamie was blown away with the scenery and the people.  An exciting aspect of this exhibition is  our partnership with THE INNUIT  GALLERY for this event. THE INNUIT GALLERY, now in their 27th year, has arranged for a wonderful collection of carvings to be part of this show titled "Form and Vision. Opening night will be our first JOINT VENTURE EXHIBITION. The opening will be at both our gallery and theirs. Fortunately their gallery is only around the corner.

Make sure you connect with us if you want an invitation to Opening Night.  Also watch for the premier issue of BEAT London's latest art magazine featuring Jamie Jardine's arctic experience.

London's "SCENE MAGAZINE" gets it right!!!

I was more than thrilled to open up the August 13th-26th issue of SCENE magazine and find the "Art Beat" review by Amie Ronald-Morgan. Amie, from realms of notes, has distilled the essence of the current exhibitions and I would like you to see what she said.

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Attention art lovers! Now is the time to pop into Jonathon Bancroft-Snell Gallery to experience one of the most significant exhibitions to come to London this year. Jonathon's is currently hosting two shows, the 25th Anniversary Exhibition of "Fired Up - Contemporary Works in Clay" and "In Memoria", an award winning collection of vessels never before seen outside of New Brunswick.

"Fired Up" showcases the work of 20 leading ceramic artists from British Colombia. It's an exciting chance to see and touch some wonderful pieces," explained Jonathon Bancroft-Snell. Participating artists includee Walter Dexter and Laurie Rolland. both members of the Royal canadian Academy. In Memoria consists of seven vessels by Brigitte Clavette. "The show was born out of the death of Brigitte's partner, " said Bancroft-Snell. "The pieces are associated with a love affair and the end of the journey through life."

The majority of the exhibition's featured artists were in attendance at the show's gala opening on August 6. The eevent was documented on video by Drew Stitt, host and producer of the TV show London Calling.

"Drew is passioante about London. I felt he would bring to the project the energy, enthusiasm, and talent needed to capture the event. So often we get excited about artists after they're gone: it's important historically and socially to document these people while they're alive and producing." said Bancroft-Snell. The project parks a first in a series of filmed artists interviews to be archived by the gallery.

Jonathon's has the distinction of having more Canadian comtemporary ceramics on display than any gallery - public or private - in the country. And there's never been a better time to collect, remarked Bancroft-Snell. " The avant garde in Canadian ceramics is only 50 years old and most of the late career artists are still alive, producing very accesible work." he said. "You are not just purchasing a bowl, a vase, a mug. You are purchasing the story of that piece's maker. For the collector, this exhibition is extraordinary, for the novice; this is the most amazing opportunity to see the finest work in Canada in one place."

As you can see Amie has done a great job capturing the essence of the exhibitions. Scene Magazine is a great place to check out what is happening in London in the arts. Particularly London's vibrant music scene. Check them out at http://www.scenemagazine.com

AWARD NOMINATION!!!!!

We are pleased to report that we have been nominated for the 2009 NICHE Top Retailer Award in North America for Craft! We have also been nominated for Best Website, Best Visual Merchandising. Our exhibitions "Celebration" in 2008 and "No Drips Allowed" in 2009 were nominated for Best In-Store Event!!!!

We are very excited to be included as a nominee . The NICHE AWARDS celebrate public and private galleries specializing in original art by North American artists.

Fired Up is Coming

IT'S COMING!!! Mark your Calendars!

The 25th anniversary Exhibition & Sale of FIRED UP!!! is coming to London and opening to the public August 7th. The show runs through to August 31st. FIRED UP! Contemporary Works in Clay, currently at the Canadian Clay and Glass gallery in Waterloo , is an exhibition celebrating a professional association of twenty of British Colombia's leading ceramic artists that goes  back twenty-five years. For the London exhibition all the artists are sending additional works.  This is going to be an incredible exhibition. Not only that but the artists are coming to London for the gala opening Thursday August 6th! If you are interested in receiving an invitation to the opening please email jonathon@jonathons.ca

The participating artists are Marlene Bowman, Alan Burgess, Meg Burgess, Louise Card, Susan Delatour Lepoididevin, Walter Dexter, Judi Dyelle, Mary Fox, Sue Hara, Robin Hopper, Gordon Hutchens, Denys James, Cathi Jefferson, Glenys Marshall-Inman, Meira Mathison, Gary Merkel, Craig Rogers, Laurie Rolland, Kinich1 Shigeno and Pat Webber.

Register to follow our TWEETS and find out who is coming.  Frequent updates between now the the gala opening August 6th will keep you informed.

Planning to come yourself? Contact us for details regarding special hotel rates and airfare. We have all the information to make your visit to London a special one.

New works by Trevor Kyle Carter & James Kirkpatrick

I have just added new images of current works by James Kirkpatrick and Trevor Kyle Carter!   It's worth the look as the paintings are wonderful great for spring.

MONDAY "FAMILY DAY"---WE ARE OPEN!

The exhibition "No Drips Allowed" is doing great! Lots of people have been through and the teapots are selling well.  The show is really worth seeing so if you are looking for something to do this Family Day then swing by between 10AM and 6PM and check out the show! If you are too far away then check it out by going to ABOUT on the menu part and then hit teapots and view the show and give us a call with any questions.

Brian Setting Up "NO DRIPS ALLOWED"

Brian and I have been working hard today getting the set-up for "No Drips Allowed" organized.  The pedestals are finally in place and the exhibition hall is filled with teapots fro all over Canada.  It is quite the sight to see.  Every technique available to an artist has been used.  There are hand-built, thrown and altered, slab built, slip cast etc.  Firing methods include: gas-fired, wood-fired and electric-fired. Designs range from the sleek modernism of Goyer-Bonneau of Quebec to the incredible sculptural vision of Ann Beam of Ontario.  This exhibition is a collector's dream no matter what their budget.  Mugs and tea-bowls start at $20. Teapots start at $125. The majority of the exhibition features pieces under $200!

The exhibition is featuring many of the iconic names in Canadian pottery.  The 50+ participating artists represent over 2,000 years of experience. A potter came in today for a sneak preview.  His comment was "It is like stepping into a book, you never get a chance to see these artists all together and to be allowed to touch!"

JONATHON’S GALLERY - by SMARTSNOBS

Jonathon and Brian would like to extend a very warm thank you to Smartsnobs™ for the wonderful article on your site at your site. I would definitely suggest that people visit your site for a veritable buffet of tips and resources. I have included a quote of the online article and give full credit to Smartsnobs™.

If you remember my June /07 blog about this fabulous gallery you will know how impressed I was with this unique place.  If you are a more recent reader, type in ‘Jonathons’ in the search box on my main page to read my other review.

Jonathon Bancroft-Snell is the mastermind behind this very impressive spot which can boast being the largest ceramic gallery in Canada, as well as featuring flat art by emerging artists and metal art as well. With artists such as Harlan House you know he has the best of the best.

Until Nov. 22nd, Lois Etherington-Betteridge CM, RCA will be featured as well as the work of 21 of Canada’s leading precious metal artists - a not to be missed exhibition.

Visit www.jonathons.ca for a look at his newly renovated website and to get up-to-date info on all artists, exhibitions etc.  Located at 258 Dundas St., London, Ontario - drop in, have a glass of wine, watch out for the spitting koi fish and please don’t step on the wandering bird!  Tell Jonathon that Smartsnobs™ sent you and he may even give you a second glass of wine.