At the MacKenzie May - August 2013

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INSIDE Features 04 JUno tour of canadian art 06 how we filled the vault 08 dimensions 2013 On the Cover Harold Town The Tower of Babbling, 1955 oil on masonite 120 x 91.9 cm MacKenzie Art Gallery, University of Regina Collection, gift of the MacKenzie Art Gallery Society

MacKenzie Art Gallery new hours begin monday, may 13, 2013

10 Calendar of Events 12 coming this fall 14 Gallery Shop 15 info + sponsors

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JUNO TOUR OF CANADIAN ART Great Canadian music meets great Canadian art A p r i l 1 2 – N o v e m b e r 24 , 2 0 1 3 The MacKenzie Art Gallery has partnered with The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and the 2013 JUNO Awards to bring the JUNO Tour of Canadian Art to Regina. The JUNO Tour of Canadian

Permanent Collection that have been

feel connects to the work. The exhibit

selected by recent JUNO Award winners

includes an interactive iPad bar featuring

and nominees including Tegan and

the video responses and music of each

Sara, Stars, Arkells, Sarah Slean, Metric,

band.

Art has previously been featured at the

The JUNO winners and nominees

Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto and the

explored the MacKenzie Vault, home

National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa.

to more than 4,000 works of art in

The MacKenzie is the first gallery in

the Permanent Collection, and chose

Western Canada to host this exhibit.

artworks by Canadian artists with

The exhibition features works by

responses have been captured in video

Canadian artists from the MacKenzie

and include one of their own songs they

Emerson Drive, Whitehorse, and Doc Walker.

A permanent collection exhibition Organized in partnership with the canadian academy of recording arts and sciences (caras) and the JUNO awards.

particular meaning to them. Their

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OPPOSITE (LEFT TO RIGHT): Tegan and Sara (photo: Lindsey Byrnes), Stars (photo: Norman Wong), Arkells (photo: Alice Rosenbaum), Sarah Slean (photo: Ivan Otis), Metric (photo: Justin Broadbent), Emerson Drive (photo: Kristin Barlowe), Whitehorse (photo: Paul Wright), Doc Walker (photo: Tine Butler)

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how we filled the vault 6 0 Ye a r s o f C o l l e c t i n g a t t h e M a c K e n z i e A r t G a l l e r y Fe a t u r i n g 2 5 0 w o r k s o f a r t f r o m t h e P e r m a n e n t C o l l e c t i o n April 27 – September 1, 2013 Opening Celebration: Thursday, M ay 1 6 , 7: 30 p m , Fre e Admission. Our major anniversary

and donations that have built on the

MacKenzie on the cultural map. Second,

founding bequest made to the Gallery

the exhibition provides insights into the

by Norman MacKenzie.

contributions of individual directors, curators, and donors. Illustrated panels

exhibition, How We filled the Vault: Sixty

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Years of Collecting, will be the largest

The exhibition looks at collecting activity

will delve into the collecting vision and

display of the Permanent Collection

decade by decade with two objectives.

interests of the people who shaped the

since the MacKenzie opened its doors at

First, it highlights the acquisitions that

MacKenzie Permanent Collection and

our current location in 1990. Featuring

have come to define the collection,

gave it its multi-faceted character.

approximately 250 works from a

from its first purchase in 1957 of Harold

collection of over 4,000, this exhibition

Town’s The Tower of Babbling, to works

will tell the story of the Permanent

by luminaries such as Lawren Harris,

Collection’s evolution over the past 60

Pablo Picasso, Ed Kienholz, Bob Boyer,

years.

Dorothy Knowles and Joe Fafard, among

Arts , the Saskatchewan Arts Board,

others. Extended wall labels will provide

SaskCulture, the City of Regina and

A follow-up to the highly successful

further context demonstrating how the

the University of Regina.

Ruins to Renaissance: The Rise of the

acquisition of key works of art established

MacKenzie Bequest, the exhibition

new directions or deepened existing

will focus on six decades of purchases

holdings, and how they helped put the

A permanent collection exhibition Organized with ONGOING support from The Canada Council for the

Harold Town The Tower of Babbling, 1955 oil on masonite 120 x 91.9 cm MacKenzie Art Gallery, University of Regina Collection, gift of the MacKenzie Art Gallery Society

dimensions 2013 An Exhibition of the best in Saskatchewan Fine Craft May 4 - August 25, 2013 Award Ceremony and Opening Reception: Friday, June 14, 7:30 PM, Free Admission. The

touring exhibit of craft, all works in

Rankin grew up in Saskatchewan and

the exhibit have been selected by two

maintains family and artistic ties here.

qualified jurors.

Her work is exhibited nationally and internationally and she recently had an

Saskatchewan Craft Council’s biennial exhibit, DIMENSIONS, returns to the

Michael Hosaluk, the Saskatchewan

exhibition at the SCC Affinity Gallery in

MacKenzie this summer before touring

juror, is a wood worker, designer and

Saskatoon.

throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta.

educator from Saskatoon. Hosaluk has a wide range of previous experience with

DIMENSIONS 2013 will feature the best

DIMENSIONS having participated as an

in Saskatchewan fine craft with work in

artist, award winner and juror in the past.

saskatchewan craft council with funding assistance from the saskatchewan arts board and the ministry of parks, culture and sport.

ceramics, textiles, metal, glass and mixed

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organized and sponsored by the

media by more than 30 Saskatchewan

Susan Rankin, the out-of-province juror,

artists. As Saskatchewan’s only juried,

is a glass artist from Apsley, Ontario.

Mel Bolen Photo: Grant Kernan

CALENDAR OF EVENTS FAMILY STUDIO SUNDAYS, Every Sunday Every Sunday from 2 – 4 pm, Free Admission.

JUNE 2013

Saskatchewan, the 40th Annual Bazaart is sure to be the biggest and best yet!

Bring your family to the MacKenzie for an exciting afternoon of art! Explore our inspiring gallery

SATURDAY: June 1, june 8, june 15, june

june 22 Draw by Night with Myron Campbell.

spaces and work with Gallery Facilitators to create

22, june 29 Guided Tour of How We Filled the

7:30 pm, Free Admission. The MacKenzie is

your very own masterpiece in the BMO Learning

Vault. Including a behind-the-scenes visit to the

partnering with the Society of Graphic Designers

Centre. Check out mackenzieartgallery.ca to learn

MacKenzie Vault, 2 pm, Free Admission.

Sunday. Enjoy free cupcakes at the first Studio

JUNE 9 Family Studio Sunday - Kite Making

originated in Vancouver as a free, bimonthly

Sunday of each month in 2013, in celebration of

Workshop. 2 - 4 pm, Free Admission. Flying a

drawing party open to the public. Come armed

the MacKenzie’s 60th birthday!

kite is fun but making your very own kite and

with your favourite drawing utensils or just bring

then flying it is even better! Our friends from

yourself and use ours! We’ll have tons of blank

the SaskPower Windscape Kite Festival will help

paper. Collaborate with others or do your own

you create your very own one-of-a-kind kite.

thing! Cash bar.

MAY 2013 SATURDAY: may 4, may 11, may 18, may 25 Guided Tour of How We Filled the Vault.

Including a behind-the-scenes visit to the MacKenzie Vault, 2 pm, Free Admission. may 13 New Hours at the MacKenzie Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5:30 pm Sundays and Holidays 12 - 5:30 pm may 16 Opening Celebration of How We Filled the Vault: 60 Years of Collecting at the MacKenzie Art Gallery. 7:30 pm, Free Admission, Cash Bar. may 28 Celebration of Giving. 5:30 pm, Admission by invitation only. A celebration of the people, businesses and organizations who gave generously to the MacKenzie in 2012.

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of Canada - South Saskatchewan Chapter to bring Draw by Night to Regina! Draw by Night

more about the different activities offered each

Step outside the MacKenzie’s doors and fly it in beautiful Wascana Park. Cross your fingers for a

june 23 Family Studio Sunday -

windy day!

Multiculturalism Day Celebration. 2 - 4 pm, Free Admission. Celebrate Regina’s cultural diversity

June 14 Awards Ceremony and Opening

at the MacKenzie with guided exhibit tours, dance

Reception of Dimensions 2013. 7:30 pm, Free

and music performances, and a hands-on Artist

Admission. The Saskatchewan Craft Council

Trading Card workshop in the BMO Learning

presets the best in Saskatchewan craft at this

Centre. A partnership with the Multicultural

biennial exhibit which will then tour throughout

Council of Saskatchewan.

Saskatchewan and Alberta. june 15 40th Annual Bazaart presented by

JULY 2013

SaskTel. 10 am - 5:30 pm, $5 Admission (children 12 and under are free). Featuring the work of

SATURDAY: July 6, july 13, july 20,

locally grown artisans since 1973, Bazaart is

july 27 Guided Tour of How We Filled the

Saskatchewan’s largest outdoor arts and crafts

Vault. Including a behind-the-scenes visit to the

show and sale and the MacKenzie’s largest and

MacKenzie Vault, 2 pm, Free Admission.

most popular annual fundraiser. Awarded “Event of the Year (budget under $20,000)” by Tourism

AUGUST 2013

September 21 A Conversation with Alex Janvier and Joseph Sanchez. 2 pm, Free Admission.

SATURDAY: august 3, august 10, august 17, august 24, august 31 Guided Tour of How We Filled the Vault. Including a behind-thescenes visit to the MacKenzie Vault, 2 pm, Free Admission.

September 29 MacKenzie Open House. Part of Culture Days 2013, 2 - 4 pm, Free Admission. october 25 Gala Art Auction. Ticket details TBA.

August 10 & 11 MacKenzie Tent at the Regina Folk Festival. 10 am - 5:30 pm, Free Admission.

Stop by the MacKenzie Tent for hands-on art

THE LIVING ROOM

activities for festival-goers of all ages.

During your next visit to the MacKenzie be sure August 17 MacKenzie Tent at the Regina

to stop by our most recently opened space,

Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony Under the

THE LIVING ROOM, a place for the Permanent

Sky. 11 am - 4:30 pm, Free Admission. A gorgeous

Collection, engagement and relaxation. With

day of music and art in the heart of Wascana

comfortable seating surrounded by works of art

Park!

from the MacKenzie Permanent Collection, THE LIVING ROOM has been thoughtfully designed

august 31 Artist Trading Card Workshop

to make all visitors to the MacKenzie feel right

in the BMO Learning Centre. 2 - 4 pm, Free

at home. This summer you’ll find works of art

Admission.

donated to the MacKenzie Permanent Collection

by Regina collectors Marjorie Dunlop and Douglas

SAVE THE DATE

Duncan. Explore a display of miniature works of art created by more than 70 artists throughout North America in celebration of ten years of

September 20 Opening Celebration of 7: Professional Native Indian Artists Incorporated (PNIAI). 7:30 pm, Free Admission, Cash Bar.

Artist Trading Cards in Regina. Have a seat at the antique table and write a letter to Norman MacKenzie with your thoughts on the Gallery’s past 60 years and your hopes for our next 60 years. We hope you enjoy THE LIVING ROOM!

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COMING THIS FALL 7: P rofess i o n a l N a t i ve I n d i a n A r t i sts I n co r p o ra te d September 21, 2013 - January 12, 2014 Opening Celebration: Friday, September 20, 7:30 PM, Free Admission. 7 offers an unparalleled

group. Officially incorporated in 1974,

featured in formative exhibitions of the

the seven artists of the PNIAI came

Group along with a number of recently

together as a groundbreaking cultural

uncovered masterworks of the period

opportunity to appreciate and engage

and political entity that self-organized

that have not been publicly accessible

with the work by one of Canada’s

to demand recognition as professional,

for many years.

most important early artist alliances –

contemporary artists, to challenge old

the Professional Native Indian Artists

constructs, and to simulate a new way of

Organized by the mackenzie art

Incorporated (PNIAI).

thinking about contemporary Aboriginal

gallery. this project has been made

people, their lives, and art. Since their

possible through a contribution from

Gathering informally at first in the early

official incorporation, the PNIAI have

1970s, Jackson Beardy (1944–1984),

often been wryly referred to as the

Eddy Cobiness (1933–1996), Alex Janvier

“Indian Group of Seven.”

department of canadian heritage. The MacKenzie receives ongoing support from The Canada Council for the Arts, the Saskatchewan Arts Board,

(b. 1935), Norval Morrisseau (1932–2007),

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the museums assistance program,

Daphne Odjig (b. 1919), Carl Ray (1943–

Drawing on both private and public

1978) and Joseph Sanchez (b. 1948)

collections the exhibition brings

formed this influential and historical

together over 100 works including those

SaskCulture, the City of Regina and the University of Regina.

Alex Janvier The Four Seasons of ‘76, 1977 acrylic on masonite 91.4 x 81.3 cm Courtesy of Janvier Gallery © Alex Janvier Photo: Don Hall

GALLERY SHOP spring members’ sale may 4 to 16

hillberg & berk trunk show may 8, 10 am - 7 pm

Reception with designer rachel mielke of Hillberg & Berk may 8, 11 am

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New hours start may 13

Monday to Thursday 10 am – 5:30 pm monday to saturday 10 am - 5:30 pM Friday 10 am – 9 pm Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 12 – 5:30 pm

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MacKenzie Art Gallery presents

Saturday, June 15/2013 Showing locally grown artisans since 1973.

10 am — 5 pm, Admission: $5 (children 12 and under are free) ! Shop one-of-a-kind Enjoy an art-filled day outdoors during the 40th annual local treasures at Saskatchewan’s largest outdoor arts and crafts show and sale and feel good knowing your admission helps support the MacKenzie.

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