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Banff Art Shows & Exhibits
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Art Shows & Exhibits in Banff, Alberta.
Sep 02 to Sep 14 Bears, both black and grizzly, are some of the most sought-after wildlife for visitors to the Canadian Rockies. Many talented artists are also inspired by them, and have captured the essence of these massive creatures which can be simultaneously amusing, fascinating, and terrifying. This Art Show and Sale provides some of this area’s most talented wildlife artists with an opportunity to share their unique personal depictions of our bruin friends in a variety of media including: painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media pieces. Many different artistic approaches and interpretations of bears are reflected, in a broad range of work appealing to all museum visitors.
Sep 02 to Oct 11 This art exhibit features the art of contemporary artists Maureen Enns, Dale Auger, Dwayne Harty, Dan Hudson, and Cathryn and Fran Jenkins. Other artworks, artifacts, and archival materials from the Whyte Museum's collection bring home the reality of our relationship with these beautiful and sometimes frightful creatures. This exhibition celebrates Parks Canada's 125th Anniversary.
Sep 02 to Aug 31 Celebrate the Luxtons – one of Banff’s most well-known and influential families. This exhibition is a tribute to the spirit, vision, commitment, and creative energy of one of the early pioneer families in Banff and the Bow Valley.
High Fashion in the Rockies – A new story has been added focusing on a surprising collection of gorgeous dresses belonging to Georgina and Eleanor – the Luxton ladies. Rediscovered in the Eleanor Luxton Historical Foundation collection were dozens of beautiful dresses from 1910 through the 1960s. A small percentage of this extraordinary assortment of apparel along with accessories including gloves, purses, smoking paraphernalia and lingerie, is now in the Heritage Gallery as part of The Stuff of Legend: The Luxton Family in Banff and the Bow Valley.
Sep 02 to Apr 03 In the early 1980s, Parks Canada undertook a three-year program of archaeological research and mitigation in response to the twinning development of the Trans-Canada Highway. One of several prehistoric sites that were examined was the Vermilion Lake Site. Radiocarbon dating indicated that there has been human habitation in this area for over 10,000 years. Parks Canada’s role in this very important discovery will be featured in the exhibition, Spirit of the Land and People. In addition, the exhibition will honour Peter and Catharine Whyte’s relationship with First Nations people throughout their lives here. The museum’s collection will highlight the life of their close friend Chief Walking Buffalo, who through his work as a peace activist, created important bridges between cultures. This exhibition celebrates Parks Canada’s 125th Anniversary.
Sep 11 Catherine Beverly Rodin is an internationally collected Canadian artist known for her accomplished, contemporary and distinctive paintings of light and atmosphere interpreted both on large-scale canvases and in watercolour. A Banff Centre Alumni, Rodin is inspired by the modern landscape tradition of Gerhardt Richter, Walter J Phillips, Peter London, John Dewey and Rudolf Steiner. Richter's works attract her for their large scale, as well as the successful combination of authenticity and layered abstracted over-painting. Currently Rodin's work also explores backlighting effects in various subjects including the forest light series, gardens, peonies, orchids, figurative work and interiors.
Join us for an additional reception in conjunction with Alberta Arts Days to celebrate this collection on Saturday Sept 18 1-3 pm.
Sep 17 to Sep 19 "Embracing The Park," an exhibition that spans eight decades of Canadian Landscape painters will include new work by Bill Duma, Mel Heath, Jerry Heine, Brent Laycock, Rod Prouse, Tim Schumm, Gail Johnson and Jim Vest. The work featured will celebrate the grandeur and beauty of the Banff National Park. In celebration of Doris McCarthy's 100th year, July 7th 2010, we are releasing a new private edition print “Near Bow Summit” from 1972.
Sep 17 to Sep 26 This exhibition of works by Royal Canadian Academy (RCA) members showcases Canadian artists recognized by their peers for their exceptional contributions to the national arts scene. Featured artists include; Douglas Haynes, D. Helen Mackie, John Chalke, and Robert Sinclair. An exhibition of historical works by past RCA artists will also be on display.
Reception: Saturday, September 18, 2 to 5 pm, artists in attendance
Willock & Sax Gallery Address: Box 2469, 110 Bison Courtyard, 211 Bear St Banff AB T1L 1C2
Sep 18 to Nov 16 The Canadian Rockies offer our visitors some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, and it takes talent and years of practice to capture the essence of these majestic peaks using a brush and the traditional mediums of watercolor, oil, or acrylic paint. This is a showcase for several individuals whose artwork is truly a personal interpretation of the Canadian Rockies as their favorite subject matter.
Sep 18 In celebration of Alberta Arts Days, the Whyte Museum will hold an Artist Meet and Greet afternoon. Dwayne Harty, Colleen Campbell and other artists highlighted in the Grizzly! exhibition will talk about their work in an informal manner. The event also features the opening of the art show and sale, Abundant Alberta. Meet and chat with prominent landscape artists showcased in this exciting art show and sale. 1 – 4 PM, FREE
Sep 25 Heralding talent from the West Coast, Canada House Gallery is thrilled to bring two talents to the gallery for an exhibition titled West Coast Cravings.
Nikol Haskova escaped the formerly oppressed Czechoslovakia with her family in 1987 with the intent of immigrating to Canada. After a long and trying process, they finally resettled in Vancouver. Surrounded by the Old Master's work in museums in Prague and surviving the dramatic journey to Canada had an incredible impact on Nikol. Although this experience was often challenging, it provided in depth observation not only of the art world, but also of politics, spirituality and the strength of the human spirit, inspirations that continue to affect her paintings today.
Nicola Prinsen's whimsical bronze sculptures are based on her surroundings, forests, rural agriculture, the ocean and the animals that live on the West Coast. From otters to cows, crows to goats, in clay or wax and ultimately bronze, Nicola explores the forms of these animals and undertakes a process of refinement by way of detailed studies. Pushing the boundaries with these forms through distortion and exaggeration are part of Nicola's creative process. The end result is a fusion of personality and simplicity.
Oct 15 This annual release of stone cuts, stone lithographs and stencils from Cape Dorset's premiere artists is highly anticipated. Works by Kenojuak Ashevak, Kananginak Pootoogook, Ningeokuluk Teevee and Ohotaq Mikkigak are included. Sale of the collection commences across the country at the same time, thus the 7 am start (9 am Eastern Time).
Oct 16 to Jan 30 Let it Snow is a celebration of the fun that snow brings to an area where winter can seem longer than all three other seasons put together. In addition to featuring snowy works by local photographer Pierre Lemire, the exhibition highlights photographs, art, and artifacts from the Whyte Museum’s collection, some of which seldom emerge from the vault. Back by popular demand are Christmas cards from our collection, including those sent and received by Peter and Catharine Whyte, and cards from Mary Andrews’ weaving students. When it is too cold to play outside, Let It Snow provides a warm indoor experience of winter and snow.
Oct 16 Pushing boundaries and perception of classic wildlife painting, Les Thomas is renowned for his targeted compositions. He works in scales ranging from 1 x 1 foot to 6 x 6 feet blending waxes with his paint. The edgy portrayal of classic subjects like animals, still life scenes and figurative compositions are fused with a contemporary aesthetic.
Nov 13 Celebrating Alex Janvier's 75th year, Canada House is honoured to have this distinguished artist return for a solo exhibition. Completing a 6 week residency in Feb 2010, Janvier's trademark lyrical, flowing compositions grace handmade papers created in Banff. A member of the Royal Canadian Academy, the Order of Canada, 2008 recipient of the Governor General's Award for Visual Arts, and recent recipient of the Alberta Order of Excellence Janvier is recognized nation-wide as a visual arts icon.
Nov 20 to Jan 16 Good things come in small packages! The Museum Shop hosts its annual holiday season Art Show & Sale, to complement our Let It Snow exhibition. Choose from individual works of art or hand-crafted artisan-made gift items for your special someone. You’ll also have the opportunity to vote on submissions for our annual one-of-a-kind holiday greeting card competition. The winner will be added to next year’s collection of holiday cards.
Jan 22 to Mar 01 This gathering of talented glass workers explores a broad range of contemporary glass expressions and includes many types of work with glass including blown, kiln-formed, stained glass, and lampwork. You’ll find hangings, sculpture, jewellery, and more.
TBA Exposure is an annual photography festival and involves galleries in Banff, Canmore and Calgary showcasing works by local, national and international artists. The festival runs throughout the month of February and in Banff, visitors can catch the photo-based works at the Whyte Museum.
TBA Artists reveal their creative process during this annual tradition of Dynamic Demo Day. Watch 6 artists at work, painting and stitching. Join Richard Cole, Sylvia Naylor, Elka Nowicka, Glenn Payan, and Mike Svob on this outrageously fun day. Rachel Mielke, from Hillberg & Berk will create gorgeous jewellery in the gallery as well. The public is welcome to watch these artists work and talk to them about their inspirations and techniques.
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