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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
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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. Sponsored by:
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