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Chihuly - Fire
Exhibition
Catalogues
of Interest

A handful of eye-catching recent show catalogs.



Art Services & Materials Back

Allworld Packaging Supplies

• Bubble wrap
• Corrugated sheets
• Pallet wrap
• Custom wood crates
• Foam sheets
• Peanuts (void fill)
• Large boxes
• Mailing tubes

The Allworld staff are happy to assist you with all your shipping supply needs.

Showroom:
1375 Odlum Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3M1

Tel 604-253-5577
Fax 604-254-4987
www.allworldpackaging.com
Email: sales@allworldpackaging.com

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Appraisal Services & Fine Art

• Insurance • Donation
• Divorce • Estate
• Probate • Resale

Whenever there’s a question about the value of your personal property, there’s also a risk involved. Make sure your values are based on prescribed methods of evaluation. Call for a complimentary copy of Be Certain of Its Value.

Kathleen Laverty B.Ed. ISA Member
International Society of Appraisers
604-646-4857
E-mail: klaverty@novuscom.net

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Art Assist
Ann Rosenberg

604-879-4155

Advice in regard to:

• Portfolio design and contents
• Establishing gallery contacts
• Exhibition preparations
• Publicity • Media strategy
• Documentation
• Insurance Appraisals
• Grant writing

$50 for first hour, negotiable thereafter. 40 years experience as art historian, curator, writer, critic and gallery owner, is the foundation for solid advice.
By appointment.
Email: annrosenberg@shaw.ca

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Art Writing Services
604-731-7020
miaj@shaw.ca

• press releases
• artist statements
• catalogue essays
• editing & proofing
• biographies
• writing for websites

Find samples and rates at
www.miajohnsonwriting.com

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Wendy Berry
Custom Framing
604-568-7616 
berryframing@shaw.ca

Wendy Berry Custom Framing
is now at Doctor Vigari Gallery,
1816 Commercial Dr,
Vancouver, BC

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Basic Inquiry
1011 Main Street
Vancouver, BC
604-681-2855
www.lifedrawing.org

This volunteer-run non-profit organization offers drop-in life drawing sessions seven days a week and shows of figurative art by our members. Basic Inquiry provides artists of all abilities and styles an opportunity to draw from the human figure in a relaxed, non-critical environment.

Contact us for drawing session schedules. Gallery open 1-4pm on Saturdays.

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Artbiz Web Design
403-949-2693
info@artbizwebdesign.com

Artbiz designs self-managed websites, HTML and Flash sites. 
• Convert your existing site to self-managed
• Manage your portfolio online, anywhere, anytime
• Online video tutorials
• Clean, elegant templates for artists
• Ongoing support

Websites for creative types...or not.

www.artbizwebdesign.com
www.studiovisit.org

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Buschlen Mowatt Gallery Fine Art Services
Main Floor- 1445 W Georgia St
Vancouver, BC V6G 2T3

Hours: mon-sat 10am-6pm sun 12-5pm
604-682-1234
Fax: 604-682-6004
Email: bmg@buschlenmowatt.com
www.buschlenmowatt.com

Prestigious showcase for museum quality contemporary artists of regional, national and international significance. Proud sponsor of Vancouver's International Sculpture Biennale. Rediscover the fine art of collecting at Buschlen Mowatt.

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Canadian Art Auction
1184 Oxford St
White Rock, BC Canada V3L 2H1

Observing that “Artists and their art are not always important at the same time,” Canadian Art Auction features the art of emerging artists and new masters who have paid their dues, but have not yet been discovered by the world auction houses. Up to four on-line auctions a year – fine art, decorator art, collectibles and limited editions. Check website for details.

www.canadianartauction.ca
Email: info@canadianartauction.ca

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Coast Imaging Arts
504 First St
New Westminster, BC V3L 2H1
Ernst Vegt
604-519-6748
Fax 604-519-6749
Hours: by appointment

Your preferred source for
• Digital art capture to 9,000 x 12,000 pixels
• Drum scans

Serving
• Galleries
• Artists
• Giclée Printmakers

Over 35 years of colour experience.
www.coastimagingarts.com

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Denbigh Fine Art Services
169 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC
604-876-3303
Fax: 604-874-0400
denbighdesign@telus.net
www.denbighdesign.com

Specializing in fine art services:
• Local and long distance transport
• Custom case construction
• Worldwide shipping and documentation
• Storage
• Insurance
• Home and Corporate installations
• Custom framing

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Fidelis Art Prints and Fine Art Printmaking

• Image capture and scanning
• Paper & canvas reproduction
• Specializing in photo-based art
• Photoshop & colour experts
• Mounting & stretching
• Up to 64" by any length
• Exhibition & volume pricing
• Hospitality & decor project
• Interior designer discounts

#201-315 W 7th Ave, Vancouver
604-872-0088, Mon-Fri 9-5
Toll free: 1-888-872-4409

www.fidelisartprints.com
sales@fidelisartprints.com

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Fine Art Framing
Studio #200-1000 Parker St
Vancouver, BC V6A 2H2
604-251-6101
Fax: 604-251-6103
E-mail: fineartframing@telus.net

Offering frames and moldings in dimensions not readily found on the market today.
• Custom framing
• Seamless chop and a variety of custom finishes
• Full archival assembly
• Stretchers and panels
We offer a unique appearance to compliment your creative projects and exhibitions.

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Finlay Fine Art Wealth Management
#201, 360 Robson St
604-219-4090
Email: Jim_Finlay@telus.net

Providing fine art wealth management and planning with a client focus:
• Appraisal to determine fair market value, donation, equitable division of family assets and insurance requirements
• Identification and authentication to determine genuineness
• Art finance; investment and collateral security
• Acquisition and disposition of fine art
• Conservation and restoration
• Artist representation

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Framagraphic Framing Gallery
1116 W Broadway,
Vancouver, BC
604-738-0017
Email: framagraphic@gmail.com
Hours: mon-fri 9:30am-6pm
sat 10am-5pm

Fine custom framing of works on paper and canvas, as well as carvings, sculptures, medals and other objects. Framing for all needs. Corporate and individual requests. Quantity discounts.

www.framagraphic.com

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Frame Of Mind
#106-350 E 2nd Ave
Vancouver, BC
604-871-1175

Showcasing art in all its forms. Custom picture framing using archival materials and conservation methods. We provide unique, creative designs with high quality craftsmanship and friendly, knowledgeable service. Private or corporate.

Call Chantelle to discuss your framing needs.
604-871-1175
Email: frameofmind@telus.net

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image this photographics inc.
201- 1610 Clark Dr, Vancouver, BC
604-875-0620
www.imagethisphoto.ca

The imaging source for all professionals and artists. Contact Ted Clarke about your next project ...or to arrange a visit to the studio.

• Digital photography and retouching
• Film photography in all formats
• Excellence in lighting, colour balance
• Exceptional slide scanning and duplication
• Archival ink jet printing
Large art? Ask about onsite services.

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In Bronze
#105-20081 Industrial Ave,
Langley, BC
604-533-2183
Fax: 604-533-2184
Email: inbronze@telus.net

Services
• Fine Art Casting: ceramic shell lost wax process
• Bronze
• Sculpture and Monuments
• Mould making, Finishing, Patination
Sculptor's Supplies
• Chavant oil-based modelling clay
• Wax - Red Casting, Sprues, Victory Brown

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Katayama Framing
Peter Murdoch
2219 NW Raleigh St
Portland, OR  97210
Phone: (503) 224-3334
Fax: (503) 295-2966
Email: peter@guestroomgallery.com
Web: www.katayamaframing.com
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Sat 10am-5pm

Since 1980, Katayama Framing has provided its customers with the highest quality framing, art and art services, in-home consulting, residential and commercial installations, and art crating and shipping.

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Kits Media 
Websites for artists & writers

Work with us to design your site or have us install a blog. Great rates and same-day service.

See samples of our work at: 
www.thefussybitch.com www.thepetshopboys.ca
www.dianefarrisgallery.com
www.denbighfas.com
www.jancrawford.com

View more sites and blogs at:
www.kitsmedia.ca
604-731-7020
info@kitsmedia.ca

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Mido Gallery Ltd.
2931 W 4th Ave,
Vancouver BC V6K 1R3
604-736-1321
Fax: 604-484-4935
peteratmido@shaw.ca
Hours: tues-sat 10am-5pm

Highest quality custom picture framing using National Gallery conservation standards:
• All work done on premises. 40 years of experience in the framing industry
• Archival matting and mounting. Ultraviolet filtering glazings
• Large selection of wood and aluminum frames
• Conservation, restoration and installation service available

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Northwest Artists' Canvas
#109–5910 No. 6 Rd
Richmond, BC Canada V6V 1Z1
Phone: 604-270-4644
Fax: 604-270-9657

Manufacturer and Wholesaler
Pre-Stretched Artist Canvas
• Cotton
• Linen
• Synthetic
• Framing
• Easels
• Stretcher Bars
• Archival Reproductions

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Omega Gallery
4290 Dunbar St
Vancouver, BC V6S 2E9
604-732-6778
mail@omegagallery.ca
www.omegagallery.ca

Gallery space for rent
(periodically), for solo and group exhibitions.

For conditions and details, please call or email.

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Opus Framing & Supplies
Whatever your vision, we provide
the materials that help bring your
inspiration to life!

• Paints • Brushes • Canvas • Art
Papers • Sketchbooks • Drawing
Supplies • Drafting Tools • Digital
Media • Portfolios • Mounting
Systems • Easels and Tables …
and more.

Plus we offer a DIY service for
ready-made and custom cut
frames and canvas.

Visit us online to see our product
selection and store locations.

www.opusframing.com

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Art Conservation Services
Professional conservation services for artistic, decorative and historic objects.
• Condition Assessments
• Stabilization and Restoration
• Display and Storage Design

Art on Paper and Textiles:
Rebecca Pavitt
Fine Art Conservation
www.fineartconserve.com
in Vancouver: 604-877-0405
elsewhere call: 604-740-0406

Paintings and Murals:
Cheryle Harrison
Conserv-Arte
www.conserv-arte.ca
conserv1@telus.net
604-734-0115

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Petley Jones Gallery
604-732-5353
alia@petleyjones.com

Conservation framing: In-house experienced framer, 100% acid-free museum quality materials, huge selection of mouldings and glass – we have the perfect frame for your fine art!

Restoration: We restore anything from oils and works on paper to antique frames. 

Appraisals: We offer professional appraisal services, including free verbal estimates.

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Presentation Framing + Installations
Todd McKenzie
1147 Grant St
Vancouver, BC V6A 2J7
604-255-8227
presentation@shaw.ca

Professional custom framing, installations and a wide range of other fine art services. Over 20 years’ experience working with artists, galleries, corporate and private collectors.

By appointment only.

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Vantage Art Projects

Lateral Learning Publication

Lateral Learning is an exhibition-in-print publication curated by artist Paul Butler with writings by Dr. Jeanne Randolph and Mark Clintberg. 

Over 30 artists working in the social collaboration vein are featured in this book.

To purchase Lateral Learning and for information on new open call for artists, go to:

www.vantageartprojects.com

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PER RegistrationsPER Registrations
RECORD AND TRACK PEOPLE,
EVENTS & REGISTRATIONS
Manage any registration-based activity

Ideal for: conference and special-event organizers, seminar/workshop organizations, professional development planners – anyone who needs to record, track and inform participants in registration-based activities.

Download a fully functional evaluation copy and decide for yourself whether PER meets your offline registration needs.

Steve St-Laurent | 604 251 0700
www.PER-registrations.com
steve@PER-registrations.com

Exhibition Openings & Events
 Sun, Jun 20, 2010