B-Gallery exhibition photos
As I wrote in the spring along with a poster image, our Art Insitute printers group had an exciting exhibition at the B-Gallery in Tokyo. I was lucky during the show to capture one photo from the gallery's site... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 28/08/2012 | 6 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Art Institute (Printmaking), Other artists, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
postcard art fundraiser
I first wrote about this fundraiser, Wish You Were Here, a few weeks ago. It is an inaugural event put on by CARFAC BC for artists. Everyone is welcome to attend the event on Friday, June 22nd at W2... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 18/06/2012 | 3 comments
themes: Being an Artist, Current Events, Other artists, Recent Exhibitions
photo: Japan exhibition
Perhaps you remember my earlier post about our Art Institute group's print exhibition in Japan? Here is a screen shot of the installation at the B-Gallery in Tokyo. My piece Fragments IV is second from the left. I can... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 05/06/2012 | 8 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Art Institute (Printmaking), Fragments, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
Wish You Were Here
This is for artists in British Columbia.... I have just put together my little package of prints to mail to CARFAC BC's inaugural postcard fundraiser called Wish You Were Here. If you are a member, or wish to join if... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 20/05/2012 | be the first to comment
themes: Being an Artist, Canada and BC, Other artists, Recent Exhibitions
exhibition in Japan
Just received this beautiful poster about our Art Institute Printmaking group's exhibition coming up for May 29th to June 14th at the B-Gallery in Tokyo, Japan. Huge thanks go to one of the artists, Michiko Suzuki originally from Tokyo,... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 13/05/2012 | 6 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Art Institute (Printmaking), Other artists, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
the opening
Looking into the gallery as we arrive on time for our exhibition. Lots of folk already there! This is the front area, with a peek towards the rear on the left side... The front wall with a work by... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 03/02/2012 | 17 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Art Institute (Printmaking), Recent Exhibitions
exhibition at CityScape
I am keeping this announcement up at or near the top of the blog for while as a gentle reminder to please come visit our exhibition if you are in the area. We would love to see you at... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 02/02/2012 | 16 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Art Institute (Printmaking), Digital printmaking, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
'this place' #1
'this place' #1 archival inkjet print 48 x 33 cm. (19' x 13') This also comes in a smaller version: about 25 x 20 cm. (10" x 8") and is called 'this small place'. It was one of three... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 11/02/2011 | 12 comments
themes: Digital printmaking, Printworks, Recent Exhibitions
BIMPE VI exhibition
Design: Cloe Aigner, Print: "Bite your Tongue", by Jen McGowan, Intaglio Everyone is invited to the opening for The Sixth Biennial International Miniature Print Exhibition (BIMPE) on Saturday, September 11th, 2010 from 6 to 9 pm. at the Federation... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 08/09/2010 | 5 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Other artists, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
a great day on Bowen
What a fantastic day we had yesterday! The gloriously sunny day began with the arrival of a cousin and her husband from Germany. After a quick visit over tea and biscotti on our deck, we whisked them to... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 21/09/2009 | 11 comments
themes: Art Institute (Printmaking), Blogging, Recent Exhibitions
invitation
Just received this exhibition poster. See you there tomorrow afternoon!... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 19/09/2009 | 2 comments
themes: Art Institute (Printmaking), Recent Exhibitions
exhibition on Bowen
detail: ARKEO 2, Marja-Leena Rathje (may or may not be in exhibition) You are invited to: An exhibition of prints by the Art Institute Printmakers of Capilano University at The Gallery at Artisan Square 589 Artisan Square, Bowen Island,... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 14/09/2009 | 10 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Art Institute (Printmaking), Canada and BC, Other artists, Recent Exhibitions
exhibit in Squamish
I'm pleased to announce that my friend Bonnie Jordan and I have a selection of our prints on exhibit in the new Artisan Gallery in the town of Squamish, north of Vancouver. Here's how the space is... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 07/06/2008 | 13 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Canada and BC, Other artists, Recent Exhibitions
Making an Impression
I'm very pleased to announce that I'm participating in 'Making an Impression: Invitational Printmaking Exhibition' at the Ferry Building Gallery
Marja-Leena | 04/09/2007 | 8 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Being an Artist, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
Bharat Bhavan Biennial
Detail from Silent Messengers: Hoodoos I Yesterday, while my thoughts were still freshly on international print shows after writing the post about the Krakow Print Triennial, I heard the thud of letters and magazines dropping in through the mail... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 22/02/2006 | 6 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Being an Artist, Print Triennials, Recent Exhibitions
an installation photo
Installation photo of Silent Messengers: Connecting with D'Amico #1-5 (left to right) Well, I've spent many hours getting intimate with the digital camera and an external flash trying to get some decent installation photos of my work. As I'm... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 24/11/2005 | 2 comments
themes: Being an Artist, Photography, Recent Exhibitions
Exhibition Photo & Statement
Marja-Leena | 22/11/2005 | 11 comments
themes: Being an Artist, Finland, Estonia & Finno-Ugric, Recent Exhibitions, Silent Messengers
opening night
Here are just a few photos of the opening of Silent Messengers, my exhibition of mixed media prints which opened on Wednesday evening, November 16th. (I'm the one in the red shirt!) Though many friends did not make it... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 21/11/2005 | be the first to comment
themes: Being an Artist, Recent Exhibitions, Silent Messengers
a birth day
Proudly announcing the birth of our second grandchild Niamh Eili, another grand-daughter, a little after midnight November 16th, 2005! What an unforgettable day! A 12:45 am phone call announcing the birth added to my excitement level and lessened my... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 17/11/2005 | 15 comments
themes: Being an Artist, Recent Exhibitions
final preparations
With my printworks finished and ready to hang on Wednesday morning, I had a day of deserved and much-needed rest yesterday. Today I am sorting through my notes, even my blog posts which are a proving to be a... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 12/11/2005 | 4 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Being an Artist, Finland, Estonia & Finno-Ugric, Recent Exhibitions
in the news
Rob Newell photo - North Shore Outlook newspaper Caption reads: Stroking Silence - Marja-Leena Rathje presents "Silent Messengers", a collection of mixed media prints in the studio gallery at Capilano College........ [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 10/11/2005 | 3 comments
themes: Being an Artist, Recent Exhibitions
exhibition invitation
Marja-Leena | 05/11/2005 | 7 comments
themes: Art Exhibitions, Being an Artist, Recent Exhibitions, Silent Messengers
exhibiting in Hungary
Many printmakers around the world have developed a strong sense of community that is enhanced in part by their participation in some of the many international juried print biennials and triennials. One of the best and largest is the... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 09/02/2005 | be the first to comment
themes: Print Triennials, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
Totally Manipulated
X Faces by Robert Jackson Another exhibition happening this month, and one in which I am also participating in is: TOTALLY MANIPULATED: Digital Art Today at CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, BC. The opening... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 07/10/2004 | be the first to comment
themes: Art Exhibitions, Art Institute (Printmaking), Digital printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
Digitalis: Ethno-Techno exhibition
"Happy new month!" as my youngest child used to say when little. This new month of October is a busy one for me with both family stuff and art happenings. One event that I'm excited about is participating in... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 01/10/2004 | 1 comment
themes: Art Exhibitions, Digital printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
installation at SAG
Here are a few installation views taken of my 1998 solo exhibition of the Meta-morphosis series at the Seymour Art Gallery in North Vancouver, BC. Installation photos are always a challenge with the various lights, reflections and distractions (like... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 01/09/2004 | 1 comment
themes: Meta-morphosis, Printworks, Recent Exhibitions
Print Exhibition in Grand Forks
"The Art Institute at Capilano College: Celebrating 20 Years of Printmaking" This exhibition of prints is currently on at the Grand Forks Art Gallery, in the city of Grand Forks, BC. For the past twenty years The Art Institute... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 24/03/2004 | be the first to comment
themes: Art Institute (Printmaking), Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
Krakow Triennial exhibition in Oldenburg, Germany
I have just received word from Krakow, Poland that some of my prints* will be in an exhibition at the Horst Janssen Museum in Oldenburg, Germany, opening March 14, 2004 until June 13, 2004. Apart from its main programme,... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 13/02/2004 | be the first to comment
themes: Print Triennials, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions
"Traces" Exhibition in Finland
In May & June 2002, I had the great pleasure of having an exhibition called Traces with friends and colleagues Bonnie Jordan and Steven Dixon at the Pohjanmaan Museum's Taidehalli in Vaasa, Finland. Please look at: TRACES, my site... [Continue Reading...]Marja-Leena | 02/02/2004 | be the first to comment
themes: Finland, Estonia & Finno-Ugric, Other artists, Printmaking, Recent Exhibitions, Travel