Where Art Intersects with Design

Hosted by the Cotton Factory, our first annual Art Fair has been developed to promote and support Hamilton’s vibrant art and design community. Meet artists and designers from Hamilton and surrounding areas at various stages of their careers. Learn about their creative process, purchase artwork, attend life-drawing sessions, presentations, and receptions.

Event schedule:  

THURSDAY | September 26 | 7 – 11 PM 

OPENING RECEPTION

Featuring: 

• The Colour of Joy is a curated exhibition by artist Dawn Grant. Featured artists include Abraham Oghobase, Akosua Brown,  Candace Walkes,  Cesar Cordoba,  Clarissa Vásquez, Dawn Grant, Eklipz, Kareem-Anthony Ferreira,  Kamaldeep Kaur, Mayumou,  Melanie Cheung,  Mosa Mcneily,  Queen Dollylama,  Ravinder Ruprai, Sharifa Patrick, Shea Chang, Stylo Starr, Tone Bailey,  Tonya Burke,  Tye Halstead 
• Celebrations curated by the Women’s Art Association of Hamilton
• The Art of the Build, a curated exhibition by Annette Paiement (see listing below)
• Hamilton Studio School – Student Work  curated by Rae Bates
• Abstract Perspectives, 7 views of the Dyeworks Building.   Featured artists include Lorraine Bissell, Susannah Bleasby, Angela Busse, Karen Klucowicz, Donna Lacka, Laura Roberts, Gayle Yaksich 
• Visionary Voices, Group Exhibition, Juliana Biernacki, Tom Broen, Emma Enright, Paul Enright, Stev’nn Hall, Sherri Lee Hollis, Tim Kaczmarczyk, Janice Kovar, Patty Lynes, Mel W. Marshall, Lesia Mokrycke, Niniannebast Design, Lynne Ryall, Chris Schaefer, Willie VanCaulart
• Curated Sculptural Work in Studio 206 (see listing below)
• Tableau Vivant Art Installation, curated by Cassandra Book and Ashley Shortall  [Thursday Night Only – Main Event Space]
• Video Works by Hamilton Aerial Group curated by Lori Lemare (see listing below)
• Beyond the Mural, presented in partnership with the Niagara Underground Railway Museum. Images created by Artist Sara Heidinger and assistant photographers Kaleigh Day and Janae Gilmer

Creative Convergence The Art of Design Showcase

September 26 – 29th in CoWork, Studio 301 and Studio 305

This showcase explores the fusion of art and design, blending creativity with functionality. It features aesthetically pleasing and practical works, like a beautifully designed chair or a functional, striking building. The exhibition highlights this intersection’s innovative and transformative power through a curated selection of works.

F E A T U R I N G 

ALTR Soaps – Hand-made bar soap with local, wildcrafted botanicals.

Daily Goods Design Labs – Innovative product design

Gradina Design Studio – Landscape design

Karen Logan Art – Botanical drawing and illustrations

Mind Your Bees – Sustainable Products for Your Home, reusable beeswax food wraps and sustainable kitchen products.

Niniannebast Design – Painting on Clothing

OHM – Comprehensive product design solutions by leading designers

OMC Landscape Architects – an award-winning design company

Rita B Designs – creative graphic designs + strategic print marketing

Shao Design  – Jewellery Concepts, Architectural Hardware, Furniture, Rings

What’s Your Story Author Services – Publishing

 

FRIDAY | September 27 | 7 – 11 PM  

ALL GALLERIES ARE OPEN FOR VIEWING. THE EVENING WILL FEATURE SELECTED ARTISTS’ TALKS AND PRESENTATIONS. 

The Colour of Joy – Artist Talk  – 7:30 – 9 PM  LOCATION: 2ND FLOOR MILL BUILDING

7:30 – 7:45 PM     Queen Dollylama

7:45 – 8 PM           Ravinder Ruprai

8 – 8:15 PM           Clarissa Vásquez

8:15 – 8:30 PM     Abraham Oghobase 

8:30 – 8: 45 PM   Eklipz

RSVP on Eventbrite

SATURDAY | September 28 | 4 – 11 PM  

Creative Convergence: The Art of Design Showcase Talks  

5 PM – Intro to the Life of A Craftsperson presented by Shao-Pin Chu, Shao Design

6 PM –  Intro into the Life of a Designer – Rita B. Designs

          All Galleries are open for viewing. The evening will feature selected artists’ talks and presentations. 

 

Join us for Cocktails + Music, Dancing, and Culinary Delights brought to you by Ken LeFebour from Nellie James will cook from his new conceptual cookbook, “I’m Just Gonna Fucking Cook,”  to be released in 2025. Tickets $25.00 on Eventbrite – Tickets $30. A proceed of the ticket will be donated to Martha House

Costumed Life Drawing: Live models and long and short poses with Hamilton Aerialist Trish Cook will be set to curated music provided by our host, artist JD Howell. Come draw with us! Bring along your favourite drawing tools, or come to watch the process and enjoy the food, networking, and fun. 

 

NobleWolf iMage Presents the Community Film Festival. Home for original artists.” Hosted by ThatDudeFromLupinore. Films located in Studio 311

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SUNDAY | September 29 | 12 – 6 PM  

All galleries are open for viewing.

CREATIVE CONVERGENCE: THE ART OF DESIGN SHOWCASE |  “UNPLUGGED” 

Welcome to “Unplugged” a wellness-themed event designed by Daily Goods Design LABS (DGDL) and CoWork at The Cotton Factory, specifically for people in the art and design community. As part of the Art Fair, this event serves as a sanctuary from the digital world, offering a space to reconnect with oneself and others through meaningful, technology-free activities. “Unplugged” focuses on holistic well-being, addressing physical, mental, and emotional health in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Attending “Unplugged” offers a unique opportunity to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and focus on your well-being.

Kick-off: 

Join us for an afternoon of unplugged activities in Studio 301 and Studio 305

• Noon – Mindfulness and Meditation Session: Steve Ferrell @movewellfeelgood [45min] sign up suggested to guarantee a spot, bring your yoga mat.  Sign Up Here

Steve Ferrell is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, Meditation and Mindfulness facilitator, Therapeutic Counselor, anatomy and movement enthusiast/educator, Author, husband of one, and Father of 2. He teaches locally in Hamilton and surrounding areas and nationally.  RSVP on Eventbrite

• 1 PM – 2 PM Tech-free detox: Relaxation and Self Care. Read, journal, or rest. Coffee and tea available Studio 301
• 2 – 3:00 pm Life as Art self-reflection activity: Akosua Brown @whatsyourstory.books
• Drop in Unplugged design experience: Disconnect + Design a Wellness Device: Renn Scott @dgdesignlabs Bring your curiosity.
• 3 pm Intro to the life of a craftsperson: Shao-Pin Chu [20min]
• 4 pm Life as Art: Culminating presentation led by Akosua Brown
• Creativity and Healing: Akosua Brown @whatsyourstory.books [40 min talk]

Main Event Space 3rd Floor Mill Building

• 12 Noon – 3 PM     Costumed Life Drawing – Main Event Space Register on Eventbrite
• 1 PM  – 2:30 PM    Blue Water Gold Listening Party (bring a yoga matt + blanket – RSVP HERE)

 

2 PM – 3 PM Drawn Thoughts, a no-skills required drawing workshop presented by artist Carolyn Dover, is an exercise in understanding the universal language of line through collective consciousness.  Register Here

 

 

 

 

 

2:30 PM    Free Concert with the Dundas Valley Orchestra Celtic Ensemble  – Main Event Space 3rd Floor

Art on our Walls  

Arouse Aware | Emily Andrews | Gulay Alpay | Gabriel Baribeau | Britta Benno | Susannah Bleasby | Laura Brandreth | Mikołaj Blicharski | Catchoo | Tony Cepukas | Stacy Collins |John Crowther | Tania Denyer | Tzvia Devor | Corinne Duchesne | Eric Euler | Julio Ferrer | Spencer Flock | Brian Flockhart | Christopher Hall | Michael Hansen | Marta Hewson | David Hill |  JD Howell | Andrea Hunter |Deborah Kanfer | Kamaldeep Kaur | Rachel Kienitz | Jane Koopman | New Moon Studios |Jill Letten | Karen Logan | Nikkole LeBrun | Patricia Lynes | Christine Mack | Adam Matak | Marko Mäetamm | Jess Mitchell | Sian McGregor | Zainia Nabulsi | Tanmay Parashar | Vanessa Pejovic | Smiljana Petranovic Bajic | Renn Scott | Jody Shaboluk| Andrew Sheglov | Andy Shmidt | Taruna Singh | Tetiana Tytarenko | Hannah West | Kristy Woudstra | Michael Vickers | Robin Zee 

September 26 – October 26

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SCULPTURE | GALLERY 206

Michael Allgoewer | Nancy Benoy | Natalie Hunter | Peter Gushie | Jo Johnson | Siobhan Lynch | Michael Hansen | Susan Barton-Tait | Dawn Grant 

September 26 – September 29

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THE ART OF THE BUILD | CoWork Gallery

Stephen Altina |  Carolyn Dover | Liz Hayden | Keiren Hughes | Keith Hopkins | Janice Kovar | Nikkole LeBrun | Gord Leverton | Corine van Hoeve | Heather Verplanke | Michael Hansen | Erik Marcinkowski

September 26 – October 25

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BEYOND THE MURAL

Presented in partnership with the Niagara Underground Railway Museum. Images created by Artist Sara Heidinger and assistant photographers Kaleigh Day and Janae Gilmer

This project was done through the Niagara Falls Heritage Museum (Niagara Falls, New York) as an extension of public art projects in their community. It explores community residents through their images and stories.

Opens September 26 – October 25, 2024

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SMOKESTACK Exhibition Space

David Trautrimas – Lengths

HAMILTON STUDIO SCHOOL STUDENT EXHIBITION Curated by Rae Bates

Our artists: Mila Alexander-Chelminska | Audrey Dymond | Eliza Galante | Susanna Galante | Rose Galante | Kirat Kang | William Susin

Shown Here: House Book, Accordion Book, Story Book with Printed Cover – Mixed Media

Ages 12+

The art of the book! Making books allows young artists to create worlds, tell stories and plan and construct tangible art forms.  Books are a favourite—all the detail and thought that comes together in a simple structure we hold in our hands.

 

VIDEO INSTALLATION WORKS

SHORT POEMS |  A SELECTION OF SHORT FILMS, PERFORMED + CURATED  LORI LEMARE, FEATURING THE HAMILTON AERIAL GROUP

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INSTALLATIONS

LOST AND FOUND: A STORY EXCHANGE

CREATED BY ARTIST: MANDY ROVEDA