Art in the Library

Currently on display:

January 2, 2012 - March 5, 2012:

Between Heaven & Earth: The paintings of Michelle Pickering 

Michelle Pickering studied art and design at Red Deer College followed by graphic design at Grant McEwan University, before being offered the opportunity to be involved in the creative Main Street Revitalization Project in Red Deer, where she was recognized with an award for her contribution. Since then she has become a reiki practitioner and painter. Reiki (meaning "universal life energy" in Japanese) is a form of therapy that uses simple hands-on, no-touch and visualization techniques, with the goal of improving the flow of life energy in a person to relieve stress and pain and to improve the symptoms of various health conditions.

It is her passion for creativity and love of stepping out to inspire others in their own beauty that is reflected in her work both as a painter and Reiki practice. She is inspired to find that place right in the middle between heaven and earth; that slice of joy; that place inside that sets a person free with unconditional love.

Her favorite quote captures her motivation, "You are the creator of your universe. You can create (manifest) anything! Do not limit what you think you can do. You can do anything! Without judgments you can lovingly acknowledge what you create, which will open the flow for greater creations." (Author Unknown)

As a teacher she is always open to new ideas and hopes to translate them in her work. She offers people the opportunity to let their artistic expression flow and allows for personal inspiration to guide to new heights. You can read more about her online at www.michellepickering.weebly.com.

In conjunction with the Between Heaven & Earth exhibit, local jewelry designer Alicia Laurin is exhibiting her latest body of work. Alicia Laurin has been making jewellery since 1999. While being a self-taught jewellery artist, her life experiences, research, and experimenting with different mediums are what led to Alicia evolving into the artist she is today. Alicia loves abstract, fun colours, textures and asymmetrical designs, which really come through in her work.

She creates all one-of-a-kind pieces as unique as the person who wears it. She loves that other women can express their own creativity through her designs! www.beadedbliss.webs.com

Everyone is welcome to come enjoy the art!

Upcoming Displays:

• March 5 - May 7: "Primary Colours" Art by students from Airdrie Koinonia Christian School, Bert Church High School, George MacDougall High School, and St. Martin de Porres High School
• May 7 - July 2: "New Vision" Mixed media art by Char Vanderhorst: and "Primary Colours" by Airdrie high school students
• July 2 - September 2: "Destination Red Deer" (ASA travelling exhibition): and Airdrie Artist Guild

If you are interested in displaying your art call (403) 948.0600 ext. 8363.