Core Samples

Rachel Gourley

Opening Reception: July 29, 6-8pm

Exhibition: July 29 to September 5, 2010

Craft Council of BC
1386 Cartwright St.
Granville Island, Vancouver BC
Canada, V6H 3R8

Rachel Gourley’s unique style is inspired by both the organic and inorganic elements of our natural world.  Since her first explorations with polymer, she has created sculptural work with an eye to the world around her. 

Rachel’s first explorations with core samples began when she developed back problems.  Awaiting treatment, she would study intently the diagrams of the human spine in the offices of doctors and physiotherapists.   Since then Rachel says, “I have thought a lot about the spinal column and how the body supports itself.”
 
"I was always interested in using Polymer on a large scale. In the past I was intrigued by the idea of building higher and unsupported hollow forms.  These pieces are all self supporting. The material becomes quite soft during the curing process so I have used the idea of vertebra to build height.

Initially titling the exhibition, Vertical Vertebrae, Rachel realized that the scope of her work had expanded beyond the human spinal column.  She seeks to investigate the structural core of organic forms and draws parallels between spines, trees and columns in their ability to support a larger mass.   "Core Samples" expresses that ongoing interest. 

We cordially invite you to our Mad Hatter's Tea Party!!

CCBC will be hosting an Afternoon Tea Extraordinaire from 2:30 – 5pm on Sunday, October 17th at Hycroft House – featuring an eclectic/formal tea service, and of course, hats! We are planning a number of fun and unusual activities throughout the course of the afternoon – tea leaf reading; tea tasting, fashion show and more, as well as prizes for the most outrageous and creative hats worn by our volunteers and our guests.

Proceeds from this event will go towards funding our new Standards of Quality Program which will be traveling to the regions in the upcoming year.

CCBC is seeking donations for the auction and for prizes for this unique event. Think
hats (mad as you like); tea paraphernalia – tea cups and tea pots, tea cozies, items
made with tea bags, art pieces inspired by Alice in Wonderland.

If you are able to donate items for the auction or prizes, or if you can volunteer
some of your time to help with this event, would you please let us know what you can contribute, at  info@craftcouncilbc.ca by Sept 3rd. Thank you in advance for any consideration you can make to help us out!!!!!!

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