Category Archives: Art projects

Spring Bouquet Homemade Books

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Joan Conway

My bulbs are emerging from the earth and so, in anticipation for the colours of spring, I have created these homemade books for  journaling or gardening notes. This style is dos-à-dos binding (from the French meaning “back-to-back). It is a … Continue reading →

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Folding Books: A Spark into Imagination

Posted on March 11, 2017 by Joan Conway

The creative process is a call into the world of awakening and embarking on a journey into the imagination. When we let go of prescribed ideas and formats we encourage a freedom of expression that is not necessarily linked to … Continue reading →

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Aging’s Fragile Quilt

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Joan Conway

I just brought home my Paper Quilt that hung in The Terrace Art Gallery’s Member’s Show for the month of August. This project began in the spring during a workshop I led on paper making. It was inspired by a … Continue reading →

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Exploration of Birch

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Joan Conway

Terrace Art Gallery  Members Exhibition ‘Elemental Changes’ is featured for the month of August. It is an inspiring show with many diverse, interesting pieces.  There is also a silent auction of over 50 donated works. Please come down and take a look ~ … Continue reading →

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Farmers Market Day

Posted on July 4, 2015 by Joan Conway

Yesterday I decided to photograph some of my glass work before I packed up the car in preparation for the Farmers Market.         My sun catchers seemed to want a life of their own so I found  precious corners … Continue reading →

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Book Making Workshops

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Joan Conway

Whether it be reading, writing or creating, I love everything about books. Making a personal journal is one expression of this and so I am really looking forward to offering several workshops this fall to share this passion. In these … Continue reading →

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“inspirations from ocean”art exhibit

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Joan Conway

My explorations for the art of paper show were extensions of the hand-bound book I created while on an artists retreat in Haida Gwaii (see earlier post in August of 2013). The art pieces are small meditations attempting to capture … Continue reading →

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the art of paper

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Joan Conway

Thank-you Harold Feddersen and Laura McGregor for curating this show. I am thrilled to be participating in it. Had a sneak preview when I brought my work down and was most intrigued with the many innovative and dramatic pieces. Really … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Waterfalls and Light

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Joan Conway

The Terrace Art Gallery is hosting the show “Rivers and Waterfalls.” Opening night was Friday June 28th, the first event in a ten day Arts Festival Week sponsored by the Terrace and District Arts Council (TDAC). Over 75 artists exhibited … Continue reading →

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A week in the studio

Posted on June 27, 2013 by Joan Conway

This is the first official week where I am at my home, working and playing in the studio. I can’t help but marvel at the adventures throughout this short time. A group of eight poets met around the table to … Continue reading →

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