FHQTC Mural Project 2016

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Example of Lloyd Dubois' work. Artist will be working with First Nations Youth from May - Sept. 2016

Example of Lloyd Dubois’ work. Artist will be working with First Nations Youth from May – Sept. 2016

The Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange is pleased to announce it’s partnership with the File Hills Qu’Appelle Health Region for the creation of a new mural by artist Lloyd Dubois.

This project spans across 11 First Nations communities in Southern Saskatchewan who are apart of the File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council.  The aim of the project is to give First Nations Youth in these communities an opportunity to explore their history and their culture through visual arts, and work closely with a local community Elder and First Nations artist Lloyd Dubois.

Students participating are currently taking part in workshops, leading to the September installation of a new mural inspired by the students art work.  Experienced mural artist Josh Goff will be assisting Lloyd during the conception and installation of this artwork.

The mural will be installed in September 2016, during the annual Treaty 4 Gathering Pow-Wow.

 

Printmaking Workshop at the SaskPower Windscape Kite Festival

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JUNE 25th & 26th, 2016

Stop by the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange art van to learn about block printing on fabric from artist Jillian Cyca.  Carve your own images, or use our pre-cut designs to decorate fabric and kites!

This come and go workshop is for all ages – 12 to 4 pm, Saturday & Sunday.
An adult must accompany children under 12.

COST: FREE!

http://www.windscapekitefestival.ca/exhibitors/art-workshop-printmaking-fabric/

 

Beading Workshop in Leask

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April 5th, 2016

Contemporary artist Catherine Blackburn lead participants through an Introduction to Beading Workshop in Leask, SK.  Catherine is a tremendous Saskatchewan talent and the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange was very please to have an opportunity to work with her on this project. Thank you to everyone that came out!

National Fiddling Day Is Coming Up

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Fiddlers in Regina and area –– rosin up your bow and join the celebration of National Fiddling Day with a great evening of fiddle music.

This year’s event takes place Saturday, May 21st at the Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre at 2900 13th Avenue. Doors open at 7 p.m.

The evening of fiddle music will begin with an “open mic” session allowing established or pick-up groups of fiddlers to showcase their music. For the rest of the evening there will be a wide-open fiddle jam for players of all ages and skill levels to enjoy group fiddling and maybe even learn some new tunes.

Admission is free of charge and the public is invited.

“Fiddle music is growing in popularity,” said Malcolm McLeod, a fiddler for more than 40 years and the organiser of the event. “This is a great chance for local fiddlers to share tunes and their love for the many genres of fiddle music.”

Two years ago, the Parliament of Canada passed a bill to proclaim the third Saturday in May as National Fiddling Day. Fiddling has a rich history in Canada and has roots throughout our entire nation. Scottish, French, Irish, Slavic, Nordic, and Métis music have all influenced Canadian fiddling. Fiddle music connects all regions of Canada and is a delight to all those who play and listen.

The event is sponsored by the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange. The organization’s support for fiddling goes back to 1985, when they started the Emma Lake Fiddle Camp. For 10 years it was the only fiddle camp east of Ontario and it sparked a movement for the preservation of the fiddle music and playing in Saskatchewan and across western Canada.

For more information please contact the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange at (306) 780-9494 or Malcolm McLeod at (306) 527-6547 or visit the event on our website.