WAG School Programs 2019-20

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Small Worlds: Inuit Miniature Carving

UNTIL FEB 2020 Explore a stunning collection of intricately carved Inuit miniatures made from bone, stone or ivory, and learn about the fascinating traditions and stories behind them.

Shame and Prejudice: A Story of Resilience

UNTIL FEB 2020 Explore the multifaceted work of renowned

Canadian Cree artist, Kent Monkman speaking to the residential school system and challenging colonial perspectives of Canadian History.

Salon Style: Reimagining the Collection

Carving Out a Tradition

UNTIL APRIL 2020 Challenge your students to learn how to

UNTIL APRIL 2020 Dating from 1960-2005, these carvings from

interpret art from a variety of genres, ranging from 15th C. paintings to Abstract Canadian art with key pieces from the WAG collection.

across the country represent a continued proficiency for sculpture that Inuit passed down from generation to generation. This show is a window into traditional life and ways of knowing in the North.

WAG supports Pre-school-12 teachers and students with interactive curriculum-based tours and workshops, inspiring learning resources, and professional development opportunities. For more information and to book your visit, go to: wag.ca/learn or email education@wag.ca Sabina Qunqnirq Anaittuq. Birds, 1969. Ivory, bone. Government of Nunavut Fine Art Collection, on long-term loan to the Winnipeg Art Gallery, NA 1076; Kent Monkman. The Subjugation of Truth (detail), 2016. Collection of Donald R. Sobey. bottom row:Salon Style: Reimagining the Collection. photo: Katherine Swartwood; Jimmy Inaruli Arnamissak. Two Men Loading Kayak onto Qamutiik (sled), c. 1980. Stone, 19.5 x 51 x 13.5 cm. Collection of the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Gift from the Collection of George and Tannis Richardson, 2011-61. photo: Ernest Mayer. top row:

Winnipeg Art Gallery 300 Memorial Blvd

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