Wednesday, The Chapel Gallery will unveil the striking and intriguing work of Saskatchewan Métis artist Tim Moore in an exhibition entitled HYBRID. Through various media, including painting, sculpting and drawing, Moore examines the idea of personal and collective identities, while exploring what it means to be Métis. He views the Métis identity as a negotiation between two cultures, which he believes results in creative freedom to explore what it means to be Métis.
"It is my belief that we are a people of two distinct cultures with the ability to create our own identities on an individual basis," Moore said in his statement. "We wear culture like clothing. And we can change, making us an extremely versatile, adaptable and dynamic people."
HYBRID has been touring Saskatchewan through the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils. HYBRID, presented Nov. 14 to Dec. 31, is sponsored by the Battleford Allied Arts Council.
There are still a few spaces left in the Beginners Watercolour Workshop with Graham Flatt. Over the weekend of Nov. 16-88 renowne Flatt will lead you through four basic techniques of watercolour painting. This workshop is for those new to the media or for any watercolour artist wanting to get back to the basics. Contact the Chapel Gallery for more information or to register.
It is Sunday afternoon, and the kids are full of creative energy. What to do? Why not come to the Chapel Gallery for the Colour Me Artful - Family Open Studio. Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m., the Chapel Gallery hosts an open studio for kids of all ages. Our creative programmers pull out the art supplies for the kids and put on the coffee for the adults. We provide a fun, active environment for children to explore a variety of art media in the beautiful Chapel Gallery among beautiful works of contemporary art. Just bring along your imagination and a toonie to cover supplies. Healthy snacks are also provided. The next Colour Me Artful: Family Open Studio is Sunday, Nov. 18.
The Chapel Gallery is located in the Don Ross Centre at 891 - 99th St. For more information please contact the Chapel Gallery at 445-1757. The Allen Sapp Gallery is located on 1 Railway Ave. Phone 445-1760 for information. Both galleries are open noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. Support is provided by the Saskatchewan Arts Board, the City of North Battleford, Saskatchewan Lotteries and RBC Wealth Management Dominion Securities - Rongve, Gabruch, Schell and Weikle Wealth Management.
