I have had the privilege of living and painting here in southern Alberta all of my adult life. I have an immense love of the prairies and the Western way of life. In my younger years I had the privilege of owning and training horses and they are a frequent subject of my artwork. The […]
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:April 5th, 2025 - May 30th, 2025
Location:Casa - Passage Gallery
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This exhibition considers “doors, or thresholds”, that offer both an entrance and an exit; a portal to transition from one world into another. What does the world beyond the door offer? What are we leaving behind as we go through the portal? Are we escaping, or simply seeking further exploration? This concept has a broad […]
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:April 5th, 2025 - May 30th, 2025
Location:Casa - Concourse Gallery
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My work relies on observation. Translating what I see into an image allows for me to convey my personal understanding of the world around me. Because of this, I often focus on everyday subjects, highlighting parts of the day and surroundings often overlooked. I encounter instances in which natural elements interact with the artificial on […]
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:April 5th, 2025 - May 30th, 2025
Location:Casa - Platform
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This series of three paintings “Portals Of My Ancestors” emerged from a residency at the Ledge Gallery in Calgary. I was investigating my Blackfoot visual language and looking at transgender representation in our traditional stories. I attended a lecture with Shawn Singer and learned more about what we called ourselves and our community and sacred […]
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:April 5th, 2025 - May 30th, 2025
Location:Casa - Saokitapi Gallery
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Opening Reception: Saturday, January 25, 7pm – 9pm A Study in Sea Flesh; or, The Undeliverable, Nameless Perils of the Whale – Mary-Anne McTrowe Throughout my body of work subjects have continued to emerge that are in some state of transformation; they are, or are in the process of becoming, something else. I am interested […]
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:January 25th, 2025 - March 21st, 2025
Location:Casa - Main Gallery
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The works here began with the creation of watercolour drawings and fabric-based centipedes for Ruin & Reclamation, a group exhibition by the Potemkin Collective held at the Singer Clothing building in 2009. Utilizing a quilt her mother made from suit samples, men’s suit pants, and a recycled dictionary, Dootjes addressed gender construction and the art […]
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:January 25th, 2025 - March 21st, 2025
Location:Casa - Main Gallery
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My art is a reflection about life; it encompasses concepts and processes providing a connection between the visible and invisible. I integrate the visual narrative, political and social issues, women’s vulnerability, confusion, contradictions, and a personal experience of nomadic life that can resonate with millions of people. The processes are very important in my art, […]
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:January 25th, 2025 - March 21st, 2025
Location:Casa - Project Space
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Wild Abandon embodies a joyful exploration of visual expression. Departing from the delicate realm of watercolour, these renderings of wildflowers burst forth with vibrant colour and exuberant energy. Texture takes centre stage, achieved through the layering of oil and cold wax, adding depth and dimension to each piece.
Series:Gallery Exhibition
Date:January 25th, 2025 - March 21st, 2025
Location:Casa - Passage Gallery
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The Casa Program Guide is produced three times a year; Winter, Spring/Summer and Fall. Inside the guide find listings for the upcoming class and workshop schedule, upcoming exhibitions at The Gallery, information about artists in residence and seasonal events in the building. Program guides are free. Pick-up guides at Casa or at facilities throughout the city.