Calgary artist faces turbulent market
- Published on Wednesday, 22 February 2012 22:34
- Written by Megan Eichhorn
Matthew Krawchuk still designing for local bands
Local artist Matthew Krawchuk says he didn't always think of art as something that could be his career.
"I drew when I was a kid all the time," Krawchuk says. "I always had a sketch pad but I never really saw it as work, I just saw it as play. I pretty much went through all of high school without passing a single art class. I felt like that wasn't what I was supposed to do for my life to make money."
‘Just the Tip’ of Elisabeth Cartwright
- Published on Friday, 17 February 2012 18:51
- Written by CHRISTINE RAMOS
Calgary artist pushes comfort zones with her latest glass work
Amidst leather straps, fishnets, fur and glass-blown body parts, Calgary's Elisabeth Cartwright unveiled her "Just the Tip" collection. Queen's "Body Language" served as the soundtrack for the performance.
Exploring Calgary during a time of transformation
- Published on Friday, 17 February 2012 17:32
- Written by KARRY TAYLOR
Book uses photos and essays to find mystery, beauty and wonder in the city's surroundings
Covering a pivotal seven-year period when the population of Calgary approached — and then passed — the one million mark, "In this Place: Calgary 2004-2011" is an intimate look at the city through the lens of award-winning photographer George Webber.
UPDATE: Calgary emcee keeps the beat
- Published on Friday, 03 February 2012 15:42
- Written by Bryan Weismiller
Despite success, Transit remains humble and hungry
Daniel Bennett plays by his own terms.