A beautiful partnership...

by Andrea Mulder-Slater

As artists, we are honoured to be a part of the re-creation of the historic Algonquin Resort and we really love the fact that General Manager Tim Ostrem and his team have - from day one - been focused on local talent.

Jantje's recycled hotel cutlery and driftwood sculptures sit as table centerpieces in Braxton's Restaurant.

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Wilma Blokhuis

Some of the cutlery/driftwood sculptures are available for sale in The Algonquin gift shop.

Jantje's large driftwood sculpture adorns the table in the hotel's lobby.

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Larissa Blokhuis' blown glass trees are beautifully displayed behind the bar at Braxton's.

Photo: Shannon May Photography

 

Jantje's stone sculptures are displayed in a portable bar and on tables during special events.

 

 

Photo: NBCC

Geoff's line painting of the hotel (used during opening celebrations on March 19th) hangs proudly in the Algonquin's fitness centre.

We are thrilled to have this opportunity to work with The Algonquin Resort...

 

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The Algonquin is one of Canada’s most luxurious and legendary resorts. Rich in history, meticulously restored to its original splendour, and complete with every modern comfort you could desire, this year-round destination truly offers the best of the past with contemporary amenities.

 

For a trip of a lifetime, visit The Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, NB

 http://algonquinresort.com

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Some of the photographs in this post were taken by Shannon May. 

Please visit Shannon's website at: http://www.shannonmayphotography.com/

Sign here please...

A special line painting was created by Geoff Slater for the March 19th re-opening of The Algonquin Resort. 

All in attendance were invited to "autograph" the artwork. 

Here are some photos of the creation of the art and of the painting being signed during celebrations held on March 19, 2014 at the modern, hip and luxurious Algonquin Resort.

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Shannon May Photography

 

 

The painting now hangs in the hotel's fitness studio.

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The Algonquin is one of Canada’s most luxurious and legendary resorts. Rich in history, meticulously restored to its original splendour, and complete with every modern comfort you could desire, this year-round destination truly offers the best of the past with contemporary amenities.

 

For a trip of a lifetime, visit The Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, NB

 http://algonquinresort.com 

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Some of the photographs in this post were taken by Shannon May. 

Please visit Shannon's website at: http://www.shannonmayphotography.com/

Line Painting Flower by Geoff Slater

The Art of December - 12/15/13: Line Painting by Geoff Slater
 
by Andrea Mulder-Slater

This little lily was painted using one continuous line with a beginning, and an ending. Although it changes colour, the line never touches, or crosses itself. See if you can follow along...

 

Geoff Slater

Lily

single line acrylic

5" x 5"

About the artist:
Geoff is a New Brunswick artist who lives in St. Andrews. In addition to creating images using watercolour, acrylic and graphite, he also makes prints using woodblock, intaglio and lithograph techniques. His unique style of painting (which he invented more than ten years ago) is known as line painting. These are images that are created using one continuous line. He is also a muralist and his outdoor art can be seen throughout St. Andrews. Geoff studied landscape design at Fanshawe College, fine art at Georgian College and printmaking under a master printer. His work is collected worldwide. 

Line Painting by Geoff Slater

The Art of December - 12/11/13: Line Painting by Geoff Slater
 
by Andrea Mulder-Slater

To celebrate the holidays, we've decided to post a photo of a work of art (available for sale in our studio/gallery) each day between December 1st and 24th.

December 11, 2013


Today we have a line painting by Geoff. Geoff's line paintings are painted using one continuous line with a beginning, and an ending. Although it changes colour, the line never touches, or crosses itself.

First, he draws the basic image, however, that is where the planning ends. The line takes shape, as he paints it, with no set path or direction. 

Intellectually, the line is one of the most basic elements of art and is nearly impossible to escape as an artist.

Fundamentally and spiritually, the line represents a certain connectedness - a thread that ties objects and individuals together. 

Water, trees, land and man-made structures are all linked together. 

He creates with line, not as contour, but as a full image, as miles of land, sea and sky are covered in a single stroke. 

The Wharf in Winter

Geoff Slater

watercolour

15" x 22"

About the artist:
Geoff is a New Brunswick artist who lives in St. Andrews. In addition to creating images using watercolour, acrylic and graphite, he also makes prints using woodblock, intaglio and lithograph techniques. His unique style of painting (which he invented more than ten years ago) is known as line painting. These are images that are created using one continuous line. He is also a muralist and his outdoor art can be seen throughout St. Andrews. Geoff studied landscape design at Fanshawe College, fine art at Georgian College and printmaking under a master printer. His work is collected worldwide. 

Studying Geoff Slater

Here's some exciting news...

Students from around the globe are learning about Geoff and his line painting technique. Some are even creating works of art in his style.

Artwork created by grade 5 students from Richardson Elementary School (in the style of Geoff Slater)

Some examples:

In Otter Lake, Minnesota

This project will challenge students to create a scene using one continuous line.  Students will learn how line can create shape and depth, and infer movement and texture in a composition.  The work of Geoff Slater, a contemporary artist, will be discussed.

http://otterlakeartintheclassroom.wordpress.com/third-grade/

In Bountiful, Utah at the Quick Cricket Preschool

After a yummy snack and some play time, we introduced Geoff Slater, a modern artist who lives in New Brunswick.  Check out his website at geoffslater.com.  He paints beautiful pictures of things he sees outside using a techniques called 'Amaze Art' that uses one continuous line to paint a picture.  Our study of line and preparation to study shape was really enhanced by looking at his art and trying to make one ourselves.  It is hard to leave space between lines like he does!  It really is Amaze-ing!

http://thequickcricket.blogspot.com/2011/09/island-life.html

In Attica, New York at the Attica Middle School

During sixth grade, our students begin to really focus on the concept of design. Projects concepts include symmetry and radial symmetry, using a grid system and composition. Our students really hone down on their craftsmanship skills at this level. Some artists discussed in class include Geoff Slater, Leonardo Da Vinci and Grant Wood, and we divulge more into color theory in order to prepare the students for upper level middle school art. 

http://www.atticacsd.org/webpages/hmazzuto/sixth_grade.cfm

In Wilmington, North Carolina

We will also be examining how the lines create geometric, free form and organic shapes. Some of the artists we will be talking about are: the use of lines by Geoff Slater, the repetition of geometric shapes by Joseph Kyle, and the implied texture of Albrecht Durer.

http://minimonets.wordpress.com/2011/09/06/starts-monday-912/

In Fort Madison, Iowa at Richardson Elementary School

Grade 5 students created artwork based on Geoff Slater's paintings.  

http://sites.google.com/site/explorerichardsonart/art-gallery/4th-grade-art/quarter1artprojects

In Gorham, New Hampshire at the Family Resrouce Centre

Students learned about Geoff Slater and his artwork after studying line.

http://www.family-resource-center.org/images/uploads/image/GASPNovemberCalendar%2710.pdf

In Rensselaer, Indiana at the Carnegie Center

Students learned about Geoff Slater’s “Amaze Art” and used a single line to create a beautiful flower.

http://prairieartscouncil.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/rensselaer-workshops-friday.pdf


Have you studied Geoff? Let us know!