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WHAT'S NEXT
 Image: Dundurn Castle, ahouseinthehills.com | 42nd Annual Symposium Hamilton: A City Rediscovered Friday, October 18 - Sunday, October 20, 2024 CSDA/CCAD is pleased to present our Annual Symposium, which will be held in Hamilton, Ontario this year. Our carefully curated agenda, designed with the decorative arts enthusiast in mind, features VIP access to exclusive venues, behind-the-scenes studio tours, and expert-led presentations and architectural excursions. We've even got a panel discussion with the creators and participants of the popular series, Blown Away, a thrilling glassblowing competition filmed in Hamilton! Whether you can attend the full weekend or just a day, our flexible à la carte rates allow you to customize your Symposium experience. And our Virtual Package ensures you can participate from anywhere. Connect with artists, learn from experts, and network with fellow arts lovers in an inspiring environment. This Symposium is your opportunity for growth, connection, and creativity! #CSDAinHamilton |
WHAT'S NEW |
Read All About It Our Summer newsletter is out In this issue, you'll find details about CSDA news including an update on our Annual Symposium, a new Artist in Focus featuring Jaad Kuujus, a list of Canadian and international decorative arts exhibitions, and so much more. If you're not already on our mailing list, sign up to receive this issue now! |
Tour of St. Thomas's Church September 22, 2024 Explore St Thomas's Anglican Church, a Toronto architectural gem, with historian and professor, Dr. Carl Benn. This Arts and Crafts masterpiece, designed by renowned architect Eden Smith in 1892-93, features a stunning Pre-Raphaelite First War memorial, historical stained-glass windows, and exquisite furnishings by prominent designers. |
This annual, juried award of $1,000, honouring John’s lasting contribution to Canadian decorative arts scholarship and writing, recognizes an exceptional example of an original magazine article on decorative arts in Canada. |
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ORNAMENTUM: CSDA/CCAD's AWARD-WINNING MAGAZINE |
 Spring/Summer 2024 On newsstands across Canada until November 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. | BECOME A MEMBER 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! | NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP Learn about upcoming exhibitions, hear from artists about their craft, and stay updated on all the latest decorative arts news from Canada and around the world! |