What's To Come!
UPCOMING ART SHOW
MY UPCOMING HOME SHOW IS WHAT HAS RESULTED FROM THE STRUGGLES OF MAINTAING THAT BALANCE. THROUGHOUT THE MANY STRUGGELES, RELAXING ON MY WALKS, I FOUND THE MANY TREASURES THAT NATURE OFFER ME. OUT OF THAT COLLECTION AND BEGAN BUILDING SMALL INSTALLATIONS INSPIRED ON MY IMMEDIATE ENVIRONMENT. WITH ENTUTHIASM I OFFER THESE PIECES TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR VIEWING.
LECTURE SERIES
YOGA AS AN INTEGRATED SYSTEM FOR PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE
- THE BENEFITS OF MEDITATION
- DIET & DAILY CARE
- STRESS MANAGEMENT
- POSITIVE THINKING & PRODUCTIVITY
- ENHANCING CONCENTRATION, CREATIVITY
- LIFE/WORK HARMONY
June 2011
New Yoga Instructor
Marcela Toro Galand
Marcela has been a Yoga practitioner for over 30 years, having started her training at the Sivananda Yoga Center in Montreal, and complementing her practice with various other disciplines. Which include the Tibetan Rites of Longevity or Fountain of Youth; consisting of a series of exercises for muscle toning and for stimulating the endocrine system-particularly beneficial for regulating hormonal imbalances and thyroid problems.
Marcela believes in a non-intrusive, gentle and compassionate approach to body care. She focuses on helping participants find a balance between body, mind and spirit. Her classes consist on learning postures and their benefits, as well as introduction to various breathing techniques. The benefits of this course go way beyond what transpires in the classroom, helping individuals make the desire changes in life style that will echo for years to come.
Look under Workshops for times and schedules.
Look under Workshops for times and schedules.
January 20, 2010
"Quail's Patch" Art Studio
The madness that seems to guide consumerism, narcissism, and greed, toppled by the urgent call to action by spiritual leaders, scientists, peace activists and environmentalist is enough reason to make you want to engage in an initiative such as the one at 'Quail's Patch Hobby Farm & Art Studio'.
Within one acre of leased land, local artist Marcela de Toro-Garland, develops her organic garden, writes and creates a variety of work of art and crafts which she sales at Crafts Fairs, Bazaars and Art Galleries.
After moving to Canada from Chile in the mid-seventies, Marcela settled in the Upper Similkameen region five years ago, continually praising it for its natural beauty.
Marcela studied art and design in Spain, New York and Montreal, where she obtained a Bachelor's of Arts, a degree in graphic design as well as in Digital Design. She has been working as an artist for over three decades and has exhibited at the Kelowna Art Gallery, the Art Gallery of the South Okanagan and more. Her collection include hand painted furniture, a line of textile designs for bedding, upholstery, as well as hand crafted fashions available at various boutiques. The furniture are complemented with custom painted ceramics and tapestries which bear a unique Native American signature. The Art Studio, located on the Old Hedley Rd. will be open to visitors where she hopes to share her knowledge and experience, as well as contribute in the building of a vibrant artistic community for the Hedley and Keremeos area. She will be conducting classes and workshops for beginners as well as for established artists by the Spring of 2010. For details: time, dates and locations of courses you can visit her web site at: www.toro-garland.ca You can also reach her by e-mail at: torogarland@hotmail.com
After moving to Canada from Chile in the mid-seventies, Marcela settled in the Upper Similkameen region five years ago, continually praising it for its natural beauty.
Marcela studied art and design in Spain, New York and Montreal, where she obtained a Bachelor's of Arts, a degree in graphic design as well as in Digital Design. She has been working as an artist for over three decades and has exhibited at the Kelowna Art Gallery, the Art Gallery of the South Okanagan and more. Her collection include hand painted furniture, a line of textile designs for bedding, upholstery, as well as hand crafted fashions available at various boutiques. The furniture are complemented with custom painted ceramics and tapestries which bear a unique Native American signature. The Art Studio, located on the Old Hedley Rd. will be open to visitors where she hopes to share her knowledge and experience, as well as contribute in the building of a vibrant artistic community for the Hedley and Keremeos area. She will be conducting classes and workshops for beginners as well as for established artists by the Spring of 2010. For details: time, dates and locations of courses you can visit her web site at: www.toro-garland.ca You can also reach her by e-mail at: torogarland@hotmail.com
'Quail's Patch' Art Studio 2550 Old Hedley Rd. P.O. Box 223, Hedley, B.C V0X 1K8
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COMING SOON.....
- Release of new and SELECTED POEMS by Marcela and Gonzalo Marcial Toro Garland
- The opening of two STUDIOS to the public and ART GALLERY.
- Studio showings NEW WORKS by Marcela.
- New VIDEO by Marcela on: a failed revolution, healing the heart, growing your own organic vegetables, the Native Creative Process, ART OF RESISTANCE, Buddhism, and more.......
- WEEK-END WORKSHOPS & COURSES on creativity, art skills' development, and much more.............
October 9th, 2009
PRESS RELEASE
SELF SUFFICIENCY: A REVOLUTIONARY ACT
RE-USE, RE-CYCLE, RE-FINISH
The madness that seems to guide consumerism, narcissism, greed and the love of money, toppled by the urgent call to action by spiritual leaders, scientists, peace activists and environmentalist when warning us of an imminent ecological disaster was enough reason to make me, wholeheartedly, engage in the development of our humble initiative at Quail's Patch.
In 2005 I moved to a semi-remote area of British Columbia, Canada; where I purchased a little cottage located in an Indian Reservation. I lived there with no electricity, no running water and only the convenience of an outhouse! With no car, no electrical tools to plug in, and virtually no money, the task of developing the place seemed absolutely unattainable. Specially to my curious and stund neighbours. But, with much love, and the love in the hearts of all of those who helped in the adventure we can honestly say that Quail's Patch is a success and it hopes to be an inspiration to those who live with many disadvantages, limited financial resources and in need to heal.
From bush and harsh brush and an unfinished dwelling, we now see a charming little cottage with three thirds of an acre dedicated to organic garden and medicinal herbs, chicken coops, and fruit trees. All the work got done by hand, including carpentry and pluming, and as income I had only basic disability benefits at my disposal. I now want to share the experience with those young in age, and the young at heart. Adventurous and courageous people who are looking for hope and a new refreshing future.
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August 31, 2009
COMUNICADO DE PRENSA
Marcela Andrea de Toro-Garland, Chilena, residente en el extranjero, hija de Gonzalo Marcial Toro Garland, ex-profesor de al Facultad de Sincias y Artes Musicales del la Universidad de Chile, sobrina de Don Fernando de Toro-Garland, Conde de Gar, radicado en Espana y ex-Ministro del Trabajo bajo el govierno de Eduardo Frei y la Democracia Cristiana. Hermana de Gonzalo Edmundo Toro Fernandez, quien fue detenido en Enero de este ano por actos de terrorismo y mas tarde puesto en libertad bajo fianza. Todos estos, decendientes de Gonzalo Toro Bulnes y Corina de las Mercedes Garland Ossa, mas aun, de Don Mateo de Toro y Zambrano.
My father, Gonzalo Marcial Toro Garland
For the Record...
PRESS RELEASE
In January of this year my brother Gonzalo Toro Fernandez was apprehended in Santiago, Chile, for acts of terrorism. The news came as a shock to family members, bringing up past hurts and still unanswered questions as to how the events of September 11 in our native Chile affected us all - not only as a family but as a Nation. Our father was brutally assassinated by the forces of Pinochet in 1974, bringing a prosperous family and historical era to an end. As legitimate descendants of an old oligarchic family, we once understood the responsibility of being part of the history of a nation. A history which slowly fades away in an ocean of faces that constitutes a new world order, namely globalization. Regardless, that history once tied us together, it was the link that brought us from a past to a present, to what we understood as to be deeply rooted in Chilean history. And it is this history that presses me to respond to the actions of my brother whose name appeared all over the national press.
I was hopeful, that to a more or lesser degree, we as a nation had learned how destructive and hurtful a coup d'etat can be. A coup that more often than not resembled a civil war, in which brother went against brother, sister against sister. It often takes generations to heal these wounds, and I am appalled at, once again, having to witness destructive behaviors such as that of my brother. I do not endorse terrorism or any act of violence for that matter. After many years in exile and searching for answers as to what tore us apart my heart found refuge in the study of Buddhism and their non-aggression stand. According to Buddhist philosophy we are not to engage in actions that can cause harm and or hurt other sentient beings. What a lesson to be learned, what a path to lead!
It is with much sadness in my heart and with a sincere sense of responsibility toward the Chilean people, that I publicly distance myself from any act that could or does resemble terrorism. It is time for us as a people to transcend, to search for answers in our hearts rather than in the continuous polarization of ideologies. We don't want another September 11, we don't need more pain and antagonisms. And, for the record, even though most testimonies that describe my father, Gonzalo Marcial Toro Garland as a militant of the MIR are wrong in their assessment. My father, at the time of his death, at the early age of 47, was an avid student of Hinduism. His path, which had begun as a member of the Chilean Communist Party, had transcended into a much deeper spiritual search which led to the contemplation of the true liberation of the soul by embracing mystical spiritual realization. To this, many of his former students can attest. Gonzalo Marcial was a true humanitarian, a man that loved peace. A philosopher, a poet, a cartoonist, a composer, and a friend to many. A man that had the courage to surrender egotistical pursuits for the betterment of mankind as a whole.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet
Marcela A. de Toro-Garland resides in Canada. She is a painter, poet, gardener, and works to raise social consciousness through the arduous study of Buddhism. She is follower of the teachings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet.
de Toro-Garland
ARTIST/EDUCATOR/SOCIAL ACTIVIST/FREE-THINKER
