Starting Monday next week (May 7th), until the end of August, The Hive Artsis’ Hub will be open 2 extra hours a day!
Our new extended hours are Monday – Saturday 10:00-5:00
Come down and see our ever changing studios and gallery boutique!
Extended Summer Hours!
The CCDA’s annual Easter Egg Hunt was this morning and the Hive was Hoppin’ with activity! We had 100s of little folks stop in to gather eggs and have their face painted by residence artist Stephanie Dalla-Longa.
Hoppin’ at The Hive!
Wow, that was…amazing!
The opening night for our Curiosities exhibition was one of the most successful shows we’ve ever had, and we have the artists involvd to thank for that! The only way it could have been a better night was if all of the artists who participated were able to join us in the celebration of our first exhibition opening as a society.
Medicine Hat College’s Visual Communiations students were here with thier Pop-Up Swap Shop, which was a big hit and certainly added another element of interest. It was exciting to overhear comments from visitors throughout the night too! “This place is really cool”, “There’s some really cool stuff here”, “This is impressive for Medicine Hat”, and on and on and on.
The traveling musicians (D&D Foodmart) were the icing on the cake, lending a really festive and cultural atmosphere to it all!
If you weren’t able to make it last night the exhibition will be up until April 30th. Be sure to stop in and have a look at the amazing pieces from over 60 artists in Western Canada.
- D&D Foodmart at the opening reception for the Curiosities Exhibition
Curious Grand Re-Opening
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What makes The Hive art classes SPECIAL and GREAT?
Small class sizes mean lots of individualized attention and instruction.
Classes held among real working artist studios benefit from the atmosphere and energy of a vibrant art studio.
The Hive Artists’ Hub Society strives to promote local art and artists and supports the local art community. And since its proceeds from sales and classes are used in achieving this goal, when you buy products made at The Hive and register in its art classes and workshops you are actually helping the whole community!
The Hive offers reasonable fees and special rates, as well as maintains some subsidized spots in the children’s art classes, which means that art experiences are accessible to more people, and more children can benefit from art education.
The Hive art classes are fun!
Are there introductory DEALS?
Yes!
Hive members will always receive a $10 discount on all art classes. Also, to celebrate this introductory season of art classes, The Hive is offering an exceptionally great “Bring-A-Buddy” discount on all classes! Register for an art class, and a friend/sibling registering for the first time will receive a 50% discount!
Little Artists with Stephanie Dalla-Longa
Calling all little artists (4 to 6 years old) out there! Come play, create and learn in our fantastic, fun-filled art classes. We will be enjoying developmentally appropriate ways of exploring various art media. Come draw, paint, sculpt and create with us!
| Group A – Saturdays 10:30-11:30amApril 21 to June 168 weeks (no classes May 19)$85 non-members$75 members
Includes all materials. |
Group B – Sundays 9:00-10:00amApril 22 to June 178 weeks (no classes May 20)$85 non-members$75 members
Includes all materials. |
Young Artists with Stephanie Dalla-Longa
In The Hive Youth Art Classes Program, students will be encouraged to exercise their creativity through open-ended art projects. We will be exploring various art media in a multidisciplinary art studio. This season will be full of exciting art experiences, including painting, drawing, sculpting, printmaking, and more!
| Youth 1 (7-9 years old)Saturdays 1:30-3:00pmApril 21 to June 168 weeks (no classes May 19)$120 non-members
$110 members Includes all materials. |
Youth 2 (10-13 years old)Saturdays 3:30-5:00pmApril 21 to June 168 weeks (no classes May 19)$120 non-members
$110 members Includes all materials. |
Youth 1&2 (7-13 years old)Sundays 10:30am-12:00pmApril 22 to June 178 weeks (no classes May 20)$120 non-members
$110 members Includes all materials. |
Afternoon Art with Stephanie Dalla-Longa
In the unique class created with homeschooled children in mind, students will learn about art fundamentals while exploring various art media. It’s a great way to come together and learn while having fun!
Youth 1&2 (7-13 years old)
Thursdays 2:30-4:00pm
April 19 to June 7
8 weeks
$110 non-members
$100 members
Includes all materials.
Teens 14+ Mixed Media with Wendy Struck
Try mixed media! Create innovative original pieces that challenge you while you have fun. Work to your strengths and learn some new techniques in drawing, painting, building and assemblage. Appropriate for all levels of experience.
Fridays 6:30-8:30pm
April 20 to June 8
8 weeks
$160 non-members
$150 members
Includes all materials.
Adults Creativity Class with Wendy Struck
Challenging and innovative projects and exercises for motivating and inspiring creativity. Using a variety of media, each project will present an opportunity to develop your own voice and expression. Group critiques and individual direction provided. Appropriate for beginners, novice, and advanced. Be ready to let go of expectations and perfection! Bring your imagination.
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm
April 18 to June 6
8 weeks
$160 non-members
$150 members
Includes all materials.
Drop-In Studio
Tired of creating art at your kitchen table? We have a drop-in studio available! Hive members can drop in with their own supplies and work in this studio for a small fee.
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
1:00-4:00pm
$5 per hour, 3 hour minimum
$40 for 9 hours (3 sessions of 3 hours)
$50 for 12 hours (4 sessions of 3 hours)
$90 for 36 hours (12 sessions of 3 hours)
Does The Hive host BIRTHDAY PARTIES?
Yes! Please ask us about this.
Will there be any other CLASSES or special WORKSHOPS offered?
Yes! Visiting instructors are able to rent our drop-in studio and host classes and workshops. For more information about the classes being offered through our hosting program, or to inquire about participating in this program, please contact: info@hivehub.ca
HOW do I register?
Please contact:
info@hivehub.ca
403.504.5371
Spaces are limited, so please register early!
For more information about private or semi-private lessons, please contact the instructors directly:
wendy@hivehub.ca
DO YOU KNOW about the Children’s Arts Tax Credit? You can claim up to $500 per child!
Art Classes
A call went out last month for artists to submit small scale work under the theme of curiosities. There was an overwhelming response with more than 30 artists submitting works of all types. The exhibition will open later this week and will remain on display until the end of April. Join us on Friday for the opening reception!
OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday March 30, 2012
7:00-10:00 pm
Live music & refreshments
*financial support provided by The City of Medicine Hat
Curiosities Exhibition
Creative Writing Workshop
with Celeste Cote
Tuesdays 7:00-9:30
at The Hive Artists Hub (569 2nd Street SE)
March 20th to May 8th
$120 for the full 8 sessions.
Please register in advance by emailing Celeste (mhwritersworkshop@gmail.com) or calling The Hive
For questions or further information, please email Celeste: mhwritersworkshop@gmail.com
Please make cheques payable to Celeste Cote (drop off at The Hive)
BIO: Celeste Cote studied creative writing at Concordia University in Montreal, has facilitated writing workshops in Montreal and Halifax and is looking forward to doing the same in her hometown of Medicine Hat.
Creative Writing Workshop with Celeste Cote
- Gallery Boutique
- Jewelry display
- Jewelry and phot items by Susan Knight
- Musical instuments by Kevin Werre
- Large display in centre of gallery boutique
- Large Painting by Wendy Struck
- Polymer Clay cocktail rings by Arte Vivante
- Stuffies by Cosi Cosi
The Gallery Boutique at The Hive Artists’ Hub has been getting a facelift over the last couple of weeks. We are really excited to start adding new items from artists from around Medicine Hat and other locations with in Alberta and Western Canada. There’s always something fresh and exciting in store, come down and take a look!!
The Hive’s gallery boutique is OPEN!
This is a call from The Hive Artists’ Hub for artists of any discipline to submit 2 to 6 pieces of work in any medium for an exhibition entitled Curiosities.
- Each piece must not exceed a maximum of 12 inches in any direction.
- The theme is Curiosities.
- Artists mailing their pieces must include return envelope or package and postage. Mailed submissions must be postmarked. Anything received postmarked later than the submission deadline will be returned to sender.
- Pieces must be ready to hang or display.
- Pieces can be for sale. Price must be provided by the artists at time of submission. The Hive collects a 40% commission on all sales, and will be using 50% of its proceeds from this exhibition to provide subsidized art classes for children.
- The Hive Artists’ Hub Society reserved the right to accept or refuse pieces.
Submission fee: $10 for The Hive Artists’ Hub Society Membership (receive 10% off on art supplies at Medicine Hat College bookstore and other Hive benefits) + $5 for administration = $15
Please make cheques payable to: The Hive Artists’ Hub Society
Artwork, completed application form, and submission fee must be submitted on or before 4:00 PM March 15, 2012 to The Hive Artists’ Hub 569 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0C5.
Curiosities_Individual Artist Application Form
Curiosities_Group submission Application Form (reserved for school groups, classes and organized artists’ co-ops and collectives)
For more information please call 403-504-5371 or email info@hivehub.ca
Call for submissions for Curiosities exhibition. Deadline March 15, 2012
FIX: A Painting Exhibition by Stephanie Dalla-Longa
Opening Reception
Friday, December 9th, 2011
7:00–10:00pm
Refreshments served
Come see the exhibit and check out the Hive!
Regular gallery hours
M-F: 9:00-5:00
Sat: 12:00-5:00
Donations appreciated
FIX: A Painting Exhibition by Stephanie Dalla-Longa
Exciting things are happening at The Hive!
A group of past and present hive artists are poised to launch the new era of The Hive Artists’ Hub. Over the past month we have weighed our options for the future and have begun the process of formalizing as a Society. We plan to have this transition completed for January so we don’t see any lag time in operation.
Our current programming as an incubator site for artists to develop their micro businesses will change into more of a traditional studio rental space with attached boutique gallery. We will still help foster the business development aspect but it will be less formalized and done more on the initiative of the artists themselves. It has been a really great experience to this point and we are all looking forward to what the future holds for the Hive!
We will have 11 studios for rent ranging in size from roughly 60 square feet to nearly 240 square feet, with the average space being around 100 square feet, the majority of which will be open to a common area and open to public visitation during regular business hours. This is one of the features that makes The Hive a unique experience. The open studios not only allow the public access to the artists at work, but allow a great level of collaborative thought amongst the artists and foster a real sense of community. We will also be offering a few private, locked studios as well.
We are still working out the details on how much the studio rents, and what the application process for them will be, but we aim to make the Hive a safe and affordable place for all artists to create, display and promote their work.
To stay up to date on everything that is happening, sign up for our mailing list, or contact Susan for more information.
susan@hivehub.ca
403-504-5371