See what you missed on December 1st!

Hey folks! Here are some pictures from the reception for our MEMBERS' SHOW on December 1st

To the left: Melanie Isis-Tinken, who embroiders delicate designs on top of vintage photographs.

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Talking to the lady in green: Philip Hare, whose mixed-media pieces in the show grapple with the trials, tribulations, and revelations of growing up queer in a society where straight is the default.

Seated on the bench in intense conversation (on the left): Jyne Greenley, who puts breathtaking images of nature on pieces of wood and stone.

Far left: Matt Wood, whose pieces in this show are glowy and industrial-looking and have names like Grids and Where to Find Them.

Left to right: Liane Odze-Silver, Max MacDonald, Melanie Isis-Tinken, Matt Wood, our Director Joanne Filetti, Jyne Greenley, Philip Hare.

Left to right: Liane Odze-Silver, Max MacDonald, Melanie Isis-Tinken, Matt Wood, our Director Joanne Filetti, Jyne Greenley, Philip Hare.

GAS Pop-Up Market was a success!

Our pop-up market on December 10th was a rousing success. If you couldn't make it, here's a virtual tour!

Here's an overview of the happy shoppers and vendors! You'll have to imagine the upbeat music in the background and complimentary cookies. :)

Let's take a look around at all the vendors, shall we?

Rustichella Flavour Infused Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars come in a variety of flavours to tantalize your taste-buds, from savoury to spicy and sweet.

FInd out where to buy their products or how to set up your very own tasting party on their website:http://www.rustichella.ca/

"Like" Rustichella on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Rustichella-Flavour-Infused-Olive-Oils-Balsamic-Vinegars-1466327410330586/

Bruha's Cupboard: Lotions and Potions Brewery is a chemical free, organic, sustainably minded line of healing salves, creams and oils to treat your skin.

For inquiries, please email bruhascupboard[at]gmail[dot]com

"Like" their Facebook page here:www.facebook.com/BruhasCupboard/

RjR Soulful Cleansing Solutions makes a host of Men's grooming products ranging from beard butters, oils and soaps, to shampoo bars and hand soaps, with natural ingredients so delicious you'll have to stop yourself from trying to eat them!

"Like" RjR Soulful Cleansing Solutions' page on Facebook here: www.facebook.com/RjRsoulfulcleansingsolutions/

Fiona Macintyre Design's jewellery ranges from everyday classics with a twist to contemporary sculptural pieces that make a statement. Who wouldn't have their breath taken away to find one of these pieces under the tree?!

Buy Fiona's work here: https://fiona-macintyre-design.myshopify.com/

"Like" her page on Facebook here:www.facebook.com/fionamacintyredesign/

We love the rustic yet modern look of these candleholders by BluMorpha!

Founder Lisa North not only makes all kinds of fabulous upcycled decor items, she also offers home decluttering services and DIY workshops.

Check out BluMorpha's website for more info: http://www.blumorphadesign.com/

Megan's Paper Creations has you covered for unique, hand-made cards and gift tags, AND Pillows, because somebody in your life is bound to have an obsession with throw pillows.

We were especially intrigued by her CRAFTER'S SUBSCRIPTIONS, though, which periodically give you boxes filled with all the instructions and materials you need to create a funky little papercraft project!

Learn more about Megan here: http://www.meganspapercreations.com/

Visit her Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meganspapercreations

"Like" her Facebook page here: www.facebook.com/MegansPaperCreations/

Hats By She uses mainly natural fibers and up-cycled materials. How sustaina-sexy is that?!

For inquiries please e-mail hatsbyshe[at]gmail[dot]com.

False Ox Botanical Shrubs makes tasty, not-too-sweet beverages in a range of flavours. Try them in a cocktail!

Find out where to buy their wares and get drink recipes at www.falseox.com.

"Like" their Facebook page here:www.facebook.com/False-Ox-Botanical-Shrubs-645580128941349/

She Said Pop specializes in professionally printed greeting cards and magnets featuring her digital drawings of animals, food, and whatever else catches her fancy! At the moment she also carries hand-made catnip toys shaped like pizza slices. You can find the pictured items and much more in her booth at The Arts Market at 846 College Street in Toronto.

"Like" She Said Pop's Facebook page:www.facebook.com/shesaidpop

See what you missed on December 9th!

Here are some pics from Brian Abbott and friends' performance at GAS on Friday night! At one point a projector came out, transforming the look of our space and making the performance a true multimedia event.

Look!

The Yusuke Fritt Trio create a multimedia extravaganza.

 We hope James Bailey's resume mentions that he's good at multitasking!

You never hear an audience member at a concert scream "TUBA SOLOOOOO!" but they SHOULD. The tuba is great. Andy Dolgin knows what's up.

Surprisingly, the members of TheLittleManWithHairAllOver quartet are not abnormally hairy, nor are they all men. But they do churn up some seriously catchy rhythms.

The Silent Night Sextet and their "Quiet-metal-rock-screaming instruments"

                                                                     FASTER PRESENTS

 

This weekend at GAS (Dec 9 & 10)

There's always something cooking at GAS!

Get your groove on this Friday night (December 9th) to the song stylings of Brian Abbott, FASTER +4, Little Man With Hair All Over, James Bailey, Andy Dolgin, and Tetsuo. 7:30-11pm, pay what you can.

You can RSVP for Brian Abbott & friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/219708668464281/

And here's a page where you can listen to and download some songs by FASTER to get you in the mood to see 'em play live: https://faster.bandcamp.com/album/these-cats-are-burnin

On Saturday, December 10th from 10am-4pm, swing by and do a little holiday shopping at the GAS POP-UP MARKET! Why go to a crowded, soulless mall and give your dollars to gigantic corporations when you could relax in our charming gallery space and discover hand-crafted treasures from local artists?

You can RSVP and check out the pop-up market vendors on the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/199102250525348/

And on Saturday night we'll have the music of TC Folkpunk and James Clark! 8pm-11pm, pay what you can.

You can RSVP for TC Folkpunk and James Clark on  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/380071782334272/

And here's a little taste of TC Folkpunk's music to whet your appetite: http://www.folkpunk.com/noises/

See you this weekend!