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CSDA/CCAD SUNDAYS: THE MAKER SERIES PRESENTS                          JUSTIN MING YONG, CONTEMPORARY QUILTMAKING

Sunday, April 7 - 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.     


Join us for a colourful journey through Toronto-based artist, Justin Ming Yong's quiltmaking practice, which explores an unconventional, modern approach to this otherwise classically folk art medium.

Free entry for CSDA/CCAD Members, Non-members and Ornamentum Magazine subscribers, $10.

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WHAT'S NEW

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Our Winter Newsletter is Out!      


In this issue you’ll find a list of Canadian and international exhibitions; a profile on artistic duo Nicholas Crombach and Nurielle Stern; details on upcoming CSDA/CCAD events; our latest book and podcast recos, and so much more!

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Coming soon: Biting Towards Our Future with Diane Blunt

Thursday, April 25, 2024 - 7 p.m.

A fascinating look at the rare and ancient art form of birch bark biting. For this Ornamentum Lecture Series presentation, Ojibway artist, Diane Blunt, will share her birch bark biting process, her work, and her hopes to keep this art form alive well into the future.









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We've got the perfect, easy gift for the arts lover in your life. Buy a CSDA membership, offer a gift subscription to Ornamentum, or make a donation in someone's name, and we'll send them a personalized card on your behalf.


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ORNAMENTUM: CSDA/CCAD's AWARD-WINNING MAGAZINE

Fall/Winter 2023 

On newsstands across Canada until May  2024

Ornamentum is Canada’s preeminent publication dedicated to exploring and cultivating the aesthetics of the everyday. Written for a broad readership, this award-winning magazine highlights creative design and craftsmanship in both historical and contemporary work. Get your copy today!


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AT-A-GLANCE

ABOUT CSDA/CCAD

The Canadian Society of Decorative Arts/Cercle canadien des arts décoratifs is a national nonprofit that promotes decorative art and design in Canada, through guest lectures, special events, and publications. We're a diverse community, ranging from artists and makers, to experts and enthusiasts.

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Take advantage of benefits including special member discounts, artist’s talks, opportunities for exposure through our newsletter and social media, and behind-the-scenes access to institutional and private collections that are not available to the general public. All are welcome!


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The Canadian Society of Decorative Arts/ Cercle canadien des arts décoratifs was formed, with the generous support
of the Macdonald Stewart Foundation, to provide a forum for all those interested in the decorative arts.
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