Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Heffel Gallery: Spring Auction of Fine Canadian Art


On Wednesday, May 26, 2010, Heffel Fine Art Auction House will be holding a live auction of Canadian art at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

The 1st Session at 4:00 pm will feature Canadian Post-War and Contemporary art.
The 2nd Session takes place at 7:00 pm and will feature Fine Canadian Art.


Edward John (E.J.) Hughes
1913 - 2007

The West Coast near Bamfield

oil on canvas

25 x 32 in


Artworks by renowned Canadian artists will be up for bidding:

Daphne Odjig
E.J. Hughes
Jack Shadbolt
B.C. Binning
Takao Tanabe
Lawren Harris
Helen McNicoll
Mary Pratt
Bill Reid
William Ronald (Bill) Reid
1902-1998
Haida Art (Killer Whale and Humans)
sterling silver brooch circa 1957 on verso signed and titled Haida Art
1 5/8 x 2 1/4 in
Rodolphe de Repentigny
Kathleen Morris
Mabel May
William Goodridge Roberts
Alexander Colville
Anne Douglas Savage
A.Y. Jackson
Emily Carr
Paul Rand
Edwin Holgate
J.E.H. MacDonald
Albert Henry Robinson
Arthur Lismer

and others.



Jack Leonard Shadbolt
1909-1998
Arthur Erickson, Happy Xmas
mixed media on paper signed twice, dated 1954 and 1957 and inscribed variously
14 x 26 in








Takao Tanabe
OC 1926
Untitled
acrylic on canvas

signed and dated 1961
34 x 24 in







Collectors and admirers of artwork by and ephemera from artists of the Beaver Hall Group and Group of Seven would not want to miss this.

You can view the complete auction catalogue of paintings, carvings, mixed media work, jewellery, and more at http://www.heffel.com/auction/Lots_E.aspx?Search=0&ID=0&Page=1









Henrietta Mabel May

1877 - 1971
Entrance to the Garden
oil on canvas circa 1915
signed
22 x 18 in


Heffel Gallery
Spring Auction of Fine Canadian Art
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Vancouver Convention Centre West
Burrard Entrance, Room 211
1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
1st Session at 4:00 pm
2nd Session at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Fine art giclees on Daguerre Canvas from Hahnemühle


We received a delivery of rolls and rolls of canvas we just began using. The Daguerre Canvas from Hahnemühle is a 400 gsm acid-free poly-cotton canvas, excellent for archival quality fine art giclees, particularly when combined with our large format pigmented inkjet system.

Hahnemühle has been producing fine art paper since 1584, when Merten Spieß established a paper mill, Relliehäusische Papiermühle, in Solling, Germany—so you know their quality is renowned in the business!



Information from the Hahnemühle website:


Applications
Photographic and fine art reproduction complying with highest archival standards, digital art, black & white and colour photography, limited edition prints, presentation prints for display purposes and exhibitions, albums, greeting cards etc.

Specifications

  • 400 gsm

  • 56 mm thickness

  • Bright White

  • 98% opacity

  • pH value of 7.6

  • acid-free

  • high water resistance

  • instant-drying

  • matte finish

Contact us at info [at] Canada On Canvas [dot] com if you'd like a sample of the Daguerre Canvas from Hahnemühle mailed to you!


Monday, May 10, 2010

Make limited edition fine art prints on archival paper and canvas


Artists looking to print a run of limited edition prints can take advantage of our volume discount.

Many artists offer prints of their original paintings, photographs, or prints to provide clients with an additional, more affordable option to own their artwork. With the growing popularity and accessibility of digital media, giclees are becoming increasingly easy and cost-effective to create.

We offer a selection of archival, fine art papers, cotton rags, as well as our PremierArt Generations Canvas to print your limited edition giclees on. You can visit our Fine Art Prints page for more details.



An overview of our fine art papers:

Hahnemuhle - Photo Rag Bright White 310gsm
Hahnemuhle's new Photo Rag Bright White 310 gsm paper offers the same smooth surface as the other very popular Photo Rag Papers. This 100% rag, acid free fine art paper provides a brighter white base and is designed to give extra brilliance and depth to black and white images. It is also ideally suited for color images where extra brightness might be desired.

- Acid free to preserve fine art and photos
- 100% rag for long term durability
- Bright White 310gsm 44"x39' roll
- Photo Rag Bright White 310 gsm


Moab Paper - Entrada Fine Art 190gsm 15.5 mil
The award winning ENTRADA Fine Art is what makes Moab Paper Company stand above the competition. All of the Entrada Fine Art papers are made of the highest quality 100% cotton rag. The Bright White version has been designed to offer maximum contrast and whites that really pop. This paper utilizes multiple receiving layers which equate to a superior ink load capacity allowing for features unique to Entrada, including water resistance, instant drying times and prints with incredible detail and excellent tonality. Entrada also features a maximum color gamut and exceptionally deep blacks.

This paper is designed specifically for archival pigment inks and works remarkably well with the latest Epson Ultrachrome inks. The 190gsm Bright White version is a double sided mid to heavy weight which will still load in most desktop printers.

- Designed specifically for archival pigment inks
- Acid-free, buffered
- Semi-smooth Matte Surface, 100% Cotton rag
- Bright White, Dual Sided
- Photo Rag Bright White 190 gsm 15.5 mil


- Acid free to preserve fine art and photos
- 100% cotton rag for long term durability
- White surface for vivid color reproduction
- Rich black images for prints with exceptional contrast
- Textured surface for a true artistic appearance
- 425 g/m basis weight for museum quality prints (sheets)
- 225 g/m basis weight for maximum versatility (rolls)


- 100% cotton hot press for long term durability
- Acid free and pH buffered to preserve fine art and photos
- Natural white, ultra smooth surface for incredible detail and accurate reproduction
- Outstanding D-Max for prints with exceptional contrast
- Dries instantly for easy handling with Epson inks

- Highest resolution canvas coating for outstanding reproductions
- Medium gloss surface for easy spraying
- Unique texture for true artistic look
- Heavyweight for quality feel
- Acid free 100% cotton archival quality base
- Stretchable for framing


QUICK LINKS
http://www.canadaoncanvas.com/include/fineart_prints.php

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Plaque mounting: not just for your graduation certificates


Looking for a display solution for your posters that's durable, but without the formality of a glass-and-moulding frame? Plaque mounting may be a good option to consider.

Plaque mounting is also a good choice for organizations and businesses with information panels, photographs, and diagrams to display at offices, outdoor or indoor fairs and festivals, speaking engagements and presentations, fundraising events, and more. The MDF board mounted and laminated plaques are very portable, water-resistant, and sturdy enough to withstand frequent packing and unpacking.




Visit our website to find out more about our plaque mounting services: http://canadaoncanvas.com/include/plaque_mounting.php

The page also includes a handy price calculator based on plaque dimensions!