FUSION MAGAZINE ARTICLE & COVER!

I was very pleased to have an article about me and my work included in the current issue of FUSION Magazine, and even more surprised to have my work used as the cover shot!
FUSION is the Ontario Clay and Glass Association, and they do a wonderful job of promoting current happenings in clay and glass in Canada and beyond. They are a not-for-profit organization, and host exhibitions, guest lectures and terrific visiting artist workshops. Early on, FUSION inspired me to keep working in clay, and I remember flipping through FUSION Magazine hoping to one day be included in it.
I urge any clay and glass artist in Canada and elsewhere to visit FUSION's website, become a member, and support this great organization. It is through them that Canadian clay and glass artists can continue to have a strong identity and voice.
FUSION Magazine is available at Chapters and Indigo, as well as select bookstores. Contact FUSION for a complete list of outlets for their publications.
Visit FUSION'S website at: www.clayandglass.on.ca/fusion

Photo by Brian Reiser: www.brianreiser.com

A LOVELY SURPRISE & A TERRIFIC BLOG POST!

I was pleasantly surprised today, to find a great blog post about my work. It was written by Canadian House and Home Magazine Style Editor: Stacey Smithers.

Be sure to check out www.houseandhome.com regularly, as it is continually updated with everything that is new in homes & design.

A big thank-you to Stacey Smithers from Canadian House & Home Magazine!

Check out the blog post at http://www.houseandhome.com/blogs/house-home-daily/local-talent

Thank you 'Your City' Magazine!

While shopping in London today, I came across a copy of the newly launched 'Your City' Magazine. ('Your City' is London's Multicultural magazine.)
Quite some time ago, I was interviewed for an article for the magazine, and upon reading it, I thought they did a wonderful job.
Please click the above photo for a larger image of the online article. (Please note that the image above is a condensed version of the online article)

Visit http://yourcity.yourmagazines.ca/ for further information and articles, as well as locations where the magazine is distributed.

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE MAKEOVER EDITION OF CANADIAN HOUSE & HOME MAGAZINE

Be sure to pick up the current issue of 'Canadian House and Home Magazine's MAKEOVER EDITION'. In it, check out my friends Cameron and Jason's gorgeous home. It's stunning!

I was very fortunate to have a painting and some new ceramic bowls appear in the article.

Photography by: Michael Graydon

http://www.houseandhome.com/

TV SEGMENT VIDEO-HGTV'S PURE DESIGN

Back in late October 2008, I was filmed for a segment on episode #1008 of HGTV's Pure Design, hosted by Samanth Pynn. I was commissioned to make a large wall piece for their makeover space. I must say that before the episode aired...I was a little nervous, but those nerves quickly faded once I saw what a great job they did! Thank you to all involved, and a special thank you to Samantha Pynn.

The posted video clip (above) is a condensed version of the episode, and not the entire episode. Please visit the show's website http://www.hgtv.ca/puredesign/default.aspx to access the entire episode & season, as well as find out all of the products that were used on the episode.

HGTV's Pure design airs on Tuesdays 8:00pm ET | 10:00 PT.

If you missed the show, pick up the January 2009 issue of Style at Home Magazine, as there is a wonderful article about the episode.

The pictured carved bronze piece is the one used in the makeover space.

Exhibition in China!

I was very honoured to be asked to participate in an International ceramics Exhibition in Jingdezhen, China, this coming October at Sanbao Ceramics Institute. The exhibition is a representation of Canadian ceramics including the likes of fellow Canadian Ceramic Artists:Bruce Cochrane, Eric Wong, Liz Willoughby, Scott Barnim, Sheila Clennell, Susan Low-Beer, Judith Graham and Ingrid Nicolai, to name just a few. What an honour! I'll post more details when I can.

Pots in Print

I was very pleased to find some of my pieces featured in the current Issue of 'Style at Home' magazine. This new collection is available at the Art Gallery of Ontario Shop and also the Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art in Toronto
Thank you!

FUSION CONFERENCE & GARDINER MUSEUM EXHIBITION

The weekend of May 22nd-24th, I will be attending the Fusion Conference in Toronto. I was fortunate to be asked to participate in a retail exhibition at the Gardiner Museum that coincides with the Fusion Conference. I delivered some new sculpltural pieces for the show, and look forward to seeing the work of the other participants. The participating artists are: Thomas Aitken, Jay Burn, Susan Card, Shu-Chen Cheng, Aneela Dias D'Sousa, Kate Hyde, Shane Norrie, Gerri Orwin, Barbara Rose, Nancy Solway, Eric Wong and Miguel Deras Zapata.
Please visit www.gardinermuseum.on.ca for information, as well as details of what's happening during the Fusion conference.
For details on the Fusion coference, visit http://www.clayandglass.on.ca/

Oxford Studio Tour-London Free Press

Thank you to Kathy Rumleski from the London Free Press for the nice article on the upcoming Oxford Studio Tour!
Check it out...
http://www.lfpress.com/cgi-bin/publish.cgi?p=263878&x=articles&s=arts

Blogged! -- cameronmacneil.blogspot.com

A big thank-you to Cameron MacNeil, Design Editor at 'Canadian House & Home Magazine' for lovely post about my pottery on his blog: cameronmacneil.blogspot.com

Check it out, his blog is great!

SOME FUN TV NEWS!

I can't say much yet, but I just received word today that the above painting, from my current winter tree series was used on set in an upcoming TV drama pilot for CBS Paramount. The show is based in Manhattan & stars a former Grey's Anatomy intern!
I'll post more details when I can. How fun!

EXPERIMENTAL PAINTINGS!

As spring approaches, I always feel a need to refresh my house. I was tired of looking at the old painting in my bathroom, and thought I'd try something new and spontaneous, and I love the result! I think it suits my bathroom, as it reminds me of water and waves and the upcoming Spring thaw. I've included a couple of photos of it to share. (Along with my sidekick Oliver who appears very unimpressed!) I'm looking forward to experimenting some more with similar paintings, and thinking of incorporating encaustic for a richer, layered opaque effect.

(For those ceramic aficionados, I've listed below the makers and websites of the pieces in the display niches.)
Top to bottom
Winged vase -- Peter Powning
Teapot -- Robert Archambeau
Crow sculpture -- Mark Chatterley
White bowl -- Kayo O'Young
Vessel form -- Laurie Rolland
Ceramic sculpture (on floor) -- Marko Savard

CANADIAN HOUSE & HOME MAGAZINE - APRIL 2009 issue!

Check out pages 62-64 & 186 of the April 2009 issue of Canadian House & Home Magazine. A nice selection of my ceramic pieces were used in the 'Makeover of the Month article: Tailor Made.
Thank you!
Produced by: Stacy Begg
Photography by: Michael Graydon
www.houseandhome.com

VIRTUAL MAGAZINE MENTION

I happened to stumble upon this nice write-up about Ingersoll, and was pleased to have been mentioned in the article. (The photo isn't bad either...at least I look happy! Those who know me know that I DREAD having my photo taken!)

The article is posted on this direct link (page 59) and continues to page 62

http://www.myvirtualpaper.com/doc/megram/55MarGTA/2009022001/59.html

Thank you to Sherri Telenko for the nice write-up!

A PREVIEW OF MY NEW COLLECTION

I have just finished the pieces for my new collection, which was inspired by a recent trip to the Caribbean...a special place that I have very fond memories of. :)
I love the look of this collection, and the random, spotted white surface reminds me of coral, and natural surfaces that have been encrusted by small barnacles and worn smooth over time.

Narrow-necked bottles, thinly-thrown bowls, and rounded vessels make up this collection.

My new collection will be available mid-March at the Art Gallery of Ontario and the Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art.


Photos by: Brian Reiser.

A TERRIFIC DESIGN BLOG

Back in November, my friend; Designer Cameron MacNeil wrote a nice post about my work on his blog; CAMERON MACNEIL. I just remembered today that I was planning on writing about it, and it's already been 3 months....time sure does fly!

The direct link to the post is:
http://cameronmacneil.blogspot.com/2008/11/artist-friend-shane-norrie.html

His blog is terrific, and he is always at the forefront of everything related to design. He has great style! Be sure to check it out, and check back often, as he always keeps it updated.
Enjoy!
http://www.cameronmacneil.blogspot.com/

A LOVELY SURPRISE!

When I returned home from my winter vacation, I was please to find this post by STYLE AT HOME MAGAZINE'S Associate Design Editor, Brett Walther on his blog: Style Sleuth.
Check out the link below for his post:
http://www.styleathome.com/blogs/stylesleuth/2009/02/12/lovely-people-making-lovely-things-shane-norrie/

Be sure to visit his entire blog at:
http://www.styleathome.com/blogs/stylesleuth/

Thank you, Thank you!

IMAGE IS EVERYTHING!

Whenever I have an exhibition, or my photos are used in the media, people always compliment me on the image quality. I have always felt that it is extremely important to represent your work as professionally as possible. I am very lucky to have a great friend, Brian Reiser who is a top-notch photographer in Toronto. He always shoots my ceramic pieces for me and continually captures exactly what I have envisioned.
He shoots for some pretty amazing clients, and I am always flattered that he is still willing to shoot for me!
I've posted a few of his images, but visit his website to see his portfolio.
www.brianreiser.com

GARDINER MUSEUM OF CERAMIC ART -- TORONTO

I was pleased once again to have a piece of my work used for the Gardiner Museum outdoor signage. (Turquoise bowl in the lower portion of the sign). I must thank the staff at the museum for all of their support. They always display my work beautifully. While I was visiting Toronto yesterday, I snapped (on my phone!) a vignette shot of my work inside the museum.
Be sure to visit the Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art...it's amazing.
http://www.gardinermuseum.on.ca/

THE INFLUENCE OF A COLD CANADIAN WINTER!

This winter has been extremely cold, and record amounts of snow in Ontario. Although I generally don't enjoy the cold, I do appreciate how inspiring it is for me as a artist. My new paintings seem to echo the cold Canadian landscape. I love the tactile feel of these paintings and am looking forward to experimenting further.
(OK...the crowd painting isn't winter, but I like it!)
Enjoy!

NEW YORK OR BUST!

I'm off to New York very very early on Boxing Day morning...hopefully!
With the crazy weather, airport delays and the incredible amounts of snow lately, I am still determined to get there!
While I am there, I am very much looking forward to some R&R, great food, and fun with friends. I am also planning on taking as many photos as I can. I have been experimenting with some new mixed media paintings in preparation for the new year, and can't wait to use my trip to New York in winter as inspiration for my new body of work! I'll post some new images when they are completed.
This will be my last post until 2009! It's been a great year!
Happy Holidays,
Shane

SOFA CHICAGO & CANADIAN ARTIST PETER POWNING!

This past November, I once again flew to Chicago to visit the SOFA Expo (Sculpture Objects & Functional Art Fair). I realize that I write frequently about this, but I feel that is the best around, and it is the premier expo of Sculptural Objects & Functional Art. If you want to see the best ceramics, sculpture and glass... it is very much worth the trip. (Besides...who would pass up a trip to Chicago?!?!)

While I was there, I was looking at the Lafrenière & Pai Gallery booth, which is one of the galleries which represents the work of my all-time favourite ceramic and mixed media artist; fellow Canadian Peter Powning. From my beginnings in working with clay, Peter Powning has been the artist whom I most admire, and has reached a level in his career which I hope to one day achieve. He unknowingly has had the biggest impact on me as an artist.
I was chatting with the gallery owner about Mr. Powning's work, and she informed me he was at the show. She then introduced me to him...that was the highlight of the show for me and made this trip to SOFA the best yet. Upon speaking with him, I found out that he had purchased a piece of mine for his collection from the Gardiner Museum in Toronto. That was the icing on the cake!

The image above was one of my favourites from his recent exhibition at the Sandra Ainsley Gallery in Toronto. ( A stunning Gallery...not to be missed!)

To view Peter Powning's amazing work, visit his website: www.powning.com
Sandra Ainsley Gallery: http://www.sandraainsleygallery.com
Lafrenière & Pai Gallery: http://www.lapaigallery.com/

Art Gallery of Ontario -- Grand Re-Opening!

I can't wait to visit the AGO When it re-opens!
Starting November 14, 2008 the AGO will reopen its doors to the public and unveil its transformed design, interactive galleries and inspirational art, beginning with three days of free admission:

Friday, November 14, 4 pm to 12 midnight
Saturday, November 15, 10 am to 12 midnight
Sunday, November 16, 10 am to 5:30 pm

I recently delivered a large shipment of new pieces to the AGO shop...from teacups to large wall pieces.
About the new shop: Designed by world-renowed architect Frank Gehry, the new AGO shop will be home to some of the most unique merchandise in Canada. Spanning some 7,000 square feet, the store’s floor-to-ceiling windows infuse natural light over an array of products.
Don't miss it!
visit http://www.ago.net for more info.

SOFA CHICAGO -- NOVEMBER 2008

Once again, I am flying to Chicago for the weekend (Nov 7-9) to visit the SOFA Expo. I look forward to it every year, and can't wait to see what's new!
http://www.sofaexpo.com/ for more info

I am also looking forward to visiting Lillstreet Art Centre in Chicago to see a group exhibition, which is showing one of my all-time favourite ceramic artists: Maren Kloppmann!

See below for further info:
Lillstreet Art Centre - DISTINCTIVE LINES
November 5- 27, 2008
Opening reception: Sat, Nov. 8, 4-9pm

Distinctive Lines is an exhibition shown in conjunction with the annual SOFA Chicago show. The exhibition brings together the work of five nationally known potters who all share a connection to celebrated potter Warren Mackenzie. The invited artists are Mazin Adam, Sam Chung, Marc Digeros, Maren Kloppmann, and Mark Pharis.
http://www.lillstreet.com for more info


Above Photo:Dale Chihuly
Sapphire and Goldleaf Chandelier
glass
67 x 46 x 46"
Represented by Holsten Galleries, Stockbridge, MA

CANADIAN HOUSE & HOME MAGAZINE - October 2008 issue!

Be sure to check out the October 2008 issue of CANADIAN HOUSE & HOME MAGAZINE! Design Editor Cameron MacNeil featured my large wheel-thrown lava and bronze bowl in his 'Ask a Designer' column. Many thanks to Cameron MacNeil!
The Art Gallery of Ontario's grand re-opening gala on October 2, 2008 will feature similar pieces in their newly-renovated shop, as well as some new long-necked bottles and delicately thrown celadon porcelain bowls and teabowls.
• www.houseandhome.com (Canadian House & Home)
• www.ago.net (Art Gallery of Ontario)

SOME NEW SCULPTURAL PIECES

I recently brought some of my new handbuilt vessels to the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition, and was pleased with all of the incredible feedback and also very pleased that many of them found homes in prominent collections. I thought I'd share a few images of them, along with my new acorn bottles.

THANK YOU OXFORD COUNTY!

Thank you to the County of Oxford for purchasing a large painting and a large pillar sculpture for the lobby of the newly-built County Administration Building! The support and encouragement from the local community is always wonderful!

GALLERY SHOTS-PAINTINGS

I recently visited on of my galleries to take some reference photos of my paintings, and loved how they were displayed alongside the ceramic pieces of other Canadian Ceramic Artists
I love how the bird painting looks paired with Sarah Link's sculptural eggs.
The second painting is paired with a figurative sculpture by Reid Weir of Newfoundland.
I love the third painting (and am thinking of keeping it for myself!) The large ceramic sculptural shoe is by well-known British Columbia ceramic artist Kinichi Shigeno.