explore Red Deer’s
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Gallery Connections
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RED DEER GALLERY GUIDE
The City of Red Deer has made a commitment to public art in streetscapes, parks and facilities. For more information on public art in Red Deer, please contact Pat Matheson, Public Art Co-ordinator, Culture Services.
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A PDF version of a public art brochure is available on the City’s website – to find it, type “explore public art” in the search bar. Hard copies of the brochure are also available from Culture Services, Tourism Red Deer or the Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery.
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Web: www.reddeer.ca E-mail: pat.matheson@reddeer.ca Phone: (403) 346-8255
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LEGEND
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alleyscape studio
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Café Pichilingue
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Corridor Community Gallery
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Gallery IS
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Harris-Warke Gallery
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housewarmings
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The Hub on Ross
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Kiwanis Gallery/Red Deer Arts Council
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The Loft on Gaetz
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Marjorie Wood Gallery
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Red Deer College
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Red Deer Museum & Art Gallery (MAG)
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Velvet Olive Lounge
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Viewpoint Gallery
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Wall 2 Wall Gallery
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Gallery Guide
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RED DEER ARTWALK FESTIVAL annual showcase of local artists Featuring artist demonstrations, a guided gallery tour, Friday Night Films plus a free, day-long community festival with live music, an extensive Art Market and FUN! To Participate: Artwalk puts out a Call for Entry each spring for artists who would like to demonstrate during the June festival or exhibit their original works of art at the Art Market. Web: www.reddeerartwalk.ca
E-mail: artwalkfestival@yahoo.ca
Great places to see and buy art in Red Deer: 1
alleyscape studio
4930C Ross St. (alley entrance) Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday, 4 p.m.–6:30 p.m. or by appointment Web: www.paulboultbee.ca E-mail: alleyscape@hotmail.com Phone: (403) 597-9788 A working studio and gallery featuring artwork by Red Deer artist and actor, Paul Boultbee, as well as the work of other local artists.
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Café Pichilingue
4928 Ross (50) St. E-mail: hotbitch@cafepichilingue.com Phone: (403) 346-0812 A funky little cafe with great food and a monthly display of local art.
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Corridor Community Gallery
4501– 47A Ave. (lower level, Recreation Centre) Hours: Monday–Friday, 6 a.m.–10 p.m., Holidays, 12-8 p.m. Web: www.reddeer.ca E-mail: josephine.debeaudrap@reddeer.ca Phone: (403) 309-4091 facebook.com/reddeercultureservices Managed by the City of Red Deer, Culture Services, the Corridor Community Gallery is a public space adjacent to visual arts studios in the Recreation Centre. Ten frames provide an exhibition opportunity for local artists at all levels. The Recreation Centre also houses a collection of public art which may be viewed in and around the facility.
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Gallery IS
5123 Alexander Way Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 11:30–5 p.m. ,and open until 9 p.m. the First Friday of each month Web: http://isgallery.blogspot.com E-mail: galleryis.arts@yahoo.ca Phone: (403) 341-4641 Gallery IS represents modern and contemporary fine art by local artists. The collection is unique and includes paintings, ceramic, jewelry and mixed media. Featured Artists: Jeri Lynn Ing, Erika Schulz, Beth Ferchuk, Rikki Renard.
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Harris-Warke Gallery
Sunworks, 4924 Ross (50) St. Hours: Monday–Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday, 12–5 p.m. Web: harriswarkegallery.com E-Mail: harriswarkegallery@canoemail.com Phone: (403) 346-8937 An eclectic definition of art.
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housewarmings
4916 Ross (50) St. e-mail: house-warmings@hotmail.com Phone: (403) 309-0663 housewarmings specializes in local artwork, and is the home to works by over 65 artisans, whose specialties include stained glass, pottery, hand-painted silks and much more.
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The Hub on Ross
4936 Ross (50) St. Hours: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. weekdays Web: www.hubpdd.com Phone: (403) 340-4869 The Hub on Ross is a central place for people to connect, offering arts, culture and entertainment. As a family-friendly venue, we encourage self-expression and inclusive participation. Let’s meet art to art. Local artists are invited to display their work in the art gallery.
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Kiwanis Gallery & Red Deer Arts Council
Red Deer Public Library, 4818 – 49 St. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Sunday, 1:30–5 p.m. Web: Library: www.rdpl.org/kiwanis-gallery E-mail: rdartscouncil@gmail.com Phone: (403) 346-ARTS (346-2787) The Red Deer Arts Council works to promote artists and the arts in Central Alberta and is partnered with the Kiwanis Gallery located in the Red Deer Public Library.
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The Loft on Gaetz
4920 Gaetz (50th) Avenue Hours: please visit website for a listing of events and times Web: www.theloftongaetz.ca E-mail: info@theloftongaetz.ca Phone: (403) 347-5638 The Loft on Gaetz, in downtown Red Deer, is an inviting space shared by a group of small businesses. The common area features a gallery which is dedicated to promoting the work of established and emerging artists, designers and craftsmen through a variety of art shows and special events.
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Marjorie Wood Gallery
6300 45 Avenue Web: www.waskasoopark.ca Email: general@waskasoopark.ca Phone:(403) 346-2010 The Marjorie Wood Gallery is located in the Kerry Wood Nature Centre, open year-round, closing only for Christmas day. We take great pride in showcasing Alberta artists and their unique connections to the natural world.
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Red Deer College Library: PortHole Gallery and Four Corners Gallery
100 College Blvd. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:45 a.m.–10 p.m. Friday, 7:45 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday, 12– 8 p.m. (Sep–Apr). Summer hours may vary, please call for information. Web: http://library.rdc.ab.ca Phone: (403) 342-3152 The Red Deer College Library galleries feature work by college and community artists, and hosts Alberta Foundation for the Arts travelling exhibits.
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Red Deer College Centre for Visual Art Teaching Gallery & Cenovus Learning Commons Display Case
100 College Blvd. East end of the 900 hallway, Centre for Visual Arts and West end of Cenovus Learning Commons, 4Centres building. MidSeptember to the end of April Web: www.rdc.ab.ca/visual_art E-mail: jason.frizzell@rdc.ab.ca Phone: (403) 342-3328 A rotating exhibition of student projects from first, second and third year students enrolled in the Visual Art program. Paintings, prints, ceramics, sculpture, design projects, and drawings are regularly on view.
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Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery (MAG)
4525 – 47A Ave. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10–5 p.m.; Sunday, noon–5 p.m; First Friday of each month, 10 a.m.–9 p.m Adult $5.00, Seniors and Students $2.00. Admission is free on first Fridays, after 5 pm. Web: www.reddeermuseum.com E-mail: museum@reddeer.ca Phone: (403) 309-8405 Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery offers regularly changing exhibits and programs, ranging in focus from social history to science, to art, from local, national and international artists.
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Velvet Olive Lounge
4928 50 Street (alley entrance) E-mail: hotbitch@cafepichilingue.com Phone: (403) 340-8288 or (403) 346-0812 A unique back alley lounge with great food and cocktails. A monthly display of local artists! The best live music in Red Deer.
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Viewpoint Gallery
Culture Services Centre 3827-39 St. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed between 12–1 p.m. and stat. holidays Web: www.reddeer.ca E-mail: josephine.debeaudrap@reddeer.ca facebook.com/reddeercultureservices Phone: (403) 309-4091 The Viewpoint Gallery is a public space managed by the City of Red Deer’s Culture Services, aimed to actively promote established local artists and their work.
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Wall 2 Wall Gallery
Alberta Art and Drafting 4711 – 49 Ave. Hours: Monday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Thursday 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Web: www.albertaart.com E-mail: info@albertaart.com Phone: (403) 346-8255 Wall 2 Wall Art Gallery presents an eclectic inventory of work, distinctive and original in style: oils, acrylics, watercolors, drawings, printmaking, and sculpture. All artists - beginner to professional, local to international - are welcome to submit their works.
CREATE YOUR OWN ART TOUR ON THE FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH* Mark your calendar and visit local galleries to find out what’s new, attend opening receptions, artists’ talks and other special events. Check local media, individual galleries or www.reddeerartwalk.ca to find out what’s currently happening on First Fridays. *Where the first Friday falls on a statutory holiday, many galleries will plan something the following week