Two young long-haired travellers arrive in Amsterdam in 1973. One of them, hopes and prays that the rest of his “round the world adventure” will improve over “day one”…it can only get better! Or can it?
For a link to this podcast: https://www.theaccidentalcurator.ca/e/the-accidental-curator-episode-16-saved-by-da-mizzles/
Shavasana Gallery & Café is very pleased to announce that Elisabeth Jahren will be gracing the walls of the gallery with her beautiful acrylic abstract paintings for the next month, from June 16 to July 16!
Elisabeth is truly a renaissance woman with her many talents and accomplishments. While most island residents will – no doubt – be aware of her contributions to our community as the island’s veterinarian, she is also an accomplished piano player and accordionist, performing regularly at island venues (and even recently in Italy! with violist, Chris Redsell).
I became aware of her considerable artistic abilities perhaps 4 or 5 years ago when I began to notice examples of her paintings being posted on Social Media. I was immediately taken with her creative imagery and imaginative style, making sophisticated use of colour, shape & concept. Since that initial viewing, and subsequent opportunities to see her work in person, I have been consistently impressed with the many pieces she has managed to produce. And now she’s bringing her work to Shavasana Gallery – Im thrilled!
Here are just a few examples of Elisabeth’s work. I love her ability to experiment with form and colour and expand her creative style. As of this writing I have not seen which paintings she’s bringing to the Gallery so these are just a few possibilities I’ve selected from Social Media. It’s going to be a surprise for me – and you!
We are having an Art Opening on Saturday June 17 from 7pm to 9pm, at Shavasana Gallery & Café, 457 Village Bay Road – Refreshments will be served. Please come and join us!🙏
ps. There’s a rumour that Elisabeth may also entertain the guests with a little piano interlude on the Blüthner, accompanied by Stephen Cropper
The rumours were true! Elisabeth and operatic singer Stephen Cropper entertained the guests with three songs for piano and two for accordion.
Refreshments for the evening comprised appetizers made by Elisabeth’s friend Natela, and a fruit punch provide by Shavasana Gallery – here’s a look at some of the yummy offerings that the guests enjoyed
And a few more examples of Elisabeth’s gorgeous work
It has been wonderful having Joseph’s art gracing the walls of Shavasana Gallery these past three weeks. The opening on Friday May 12th was vibrant and well-attended with well over 40 people dropping by to view the art, enjoy some treats prepared by Sue Duncan, or grab a glass of punch and mingle with the other guests – but unfortunately, we must get ready for a new show in mid-June which will make this coming Sunday June 11th the last day to come in and enjoy his work.
So, please take some time – if you haven’t already – and drop into Shavasana Gallery & Café this weekend for a visit, and a chance to see Joseph’s show!
Cheers!
George
The sun is out, it feels like spring may have finally arrived, I’m heading to Mayne Island on Thursday and Tucker Carlson just got fired. Bliss.🤣
Yes, I’m heading over to Mayne this coming weekend to fire up the coffee pot, kick out the spiders, put out some cookies and maybe – hopefully – finally be able to put out my “nice weather chairs” for my outdoor-view craving friends & customers. Here’s my schedule for this weekend:
Friday April 28…..9am – 4pm
Saturday April 29……….9am – 4pm
Sunday April 30………..10:15 – 4
Hope to see you all there & then!🙏😊
Cheers!
George
Just letting you all know that I will be opening the Gallery Café this coming Friday March 17 through Sunday March 19.
I just finished my taxes this morning and am in dire need of some therapeutic “island time.”😊
I also left a new mask, half-finished, when I was over earlier this month – keeping fresh in the fridge – and need to return and complete it before the clay hardens and dries out. I’m including a couple of photos of “Full Buck Moon – Version 3” to give you an idea of what the new mask will look like.
Hope some of you can drop in and say hi while I’m over!
Cheers!
George
*During my off season – roughly November through April – I do use Shavasana Gallery as
Just a quick note to let you all know that Shavasana Gallery & Café will be open this coming weekend. I’m changing my normal hours slightly and will be starting on Thursday 9 – 4, giving me one more day on the blessed rock.😊
Hours:
Thursday 9 – 4
Friday 9 – 4
Saturday 9 – 4
Sunday 10:15 – 4
I know that the picture I’ve attached looks a little “Christmassy” but I think it’s a great cozy rendition of Shavasana in Winter –
Hope to see you – cheers!
George
This story originated as a Blog on this website, from Feb 6, 2020 https://shavasana.ca/2020/02/06/the-bluthner/
“After receiving a 100 year old Blüthner piano, I became fascinated with its long journey to Mayne Island and Shavasana Gallery. Here is a story of how to sleuth the wandering path of an “accidental” piano.” (to watch a 5 minute compilation video which I made called “11 Pieces for the Blüthner” go here: https://youtu.be/f_o4JUtccH8 )
To listen to the Podcast, go here: https://www.theaccidentalcurator.ca/e/the-accidental-curator-episode-14-the-bluthner/
Shavasana Gallery & Café will be re-opening this coming Thursday December 15, Friday, Saturday & Sunday the 18th for it’s last pre-Christmas showing before closing for the Christmas break.
Come on down and check out the fabulous collage work by Famous Empty Sky, paintings by Bill Maylone, carvings by Wayne Thomas, and ceramic masks by myself (George Bathgate), plus a great selection of cards by local artists: Famous Empty Sky, Stephen Cropper, Linda Dzus, Deborah Strong and Toby Snelgrove.
We also have a beautiful selection of Necklaces, bracelets, bangles and Earrings by regional and out-of-country artisans, as well as an eclectic selection of antiques, curios, and additional local crafts.
Shavasana Café is also a sweet spot to come and have a cup of what is arguably the best coffee on Mayne Island and a baked goodie, or a cup of tea from Mayne’s best tea selection (please correct me if I’m wrong on this! 😊)
…and, for those that have been pining since they disappeared from the menu several months ago…the Raspberry Crumble Cookie and Mini-Cinnamon Bun are back!
I’m sitting at PureBread Café in Kitsilano on November 20, 2022 – a full year since I created this Podcast – and just carrying on with my plan to transfer all of my Podcasts onto my Shavasana Gallery website and my Clay and Bone site: https://clayandbone.com/ . It’s not a terribly difficult process, very cut and paste, but, as in many things I do online, I’m only vaguely – if not at all – aware of this reaching anyone or having any grand significance. Actually, as to “grand significance” I think it’s safe to say there is none…but I still feel compelled to continue. If you haven’t already listened to this recording, give it a shot, I think it’s a fun one…😊
“If you run a Gallery Café, anyone can walk through your doors…if it’s on a small island without police anything can happen – November 10, 2021”
Cheers!
George
An interview with internationally acclaimed Contemporary Impressionist painter Terrill Welch – April 20. 2021
https://www.theaccidentalcurator.ca/e/the-accidental-curator-episode-6-terrill-welch-interview/
Slowly re-posting all of my Stories and Interviews on my Shavasana Gallery website and on my creative space – Clay and Bone https://clayandbone.com/
Cheers!
George
Art Gallery & Café 