Alberta artists fighting to keep government-run store
Artists are going to attend a special committee meeting to take a stand against the closure of a gift shop on the Alberta legislature grounds. Continue reading
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Alberta Branded gift shop closing as part of provincial cuts
Alberta Branded gift shop in the Edmonton’s Federal Building is closing down as the provincial government makes cuts. Continue reading
‘One-of-a-kind’ violins, cello repurposed as art for Lethbridge youth music program fundraiser
Money raised from the May 11 fundraiser goes towards the Young Artists Music Academy, an intensive program for young Lethbridge musicians. Continue reading
Calgarians create show about ‘Canadian icon,’ B.C. painter Emily Carr
By Gil Tucker Reporter
Emily Carr and her pet monkey are featured in new play showing in Calgary. Continue reading
Paintings by Indigenous artist Alex Janvier unveiled in Alberta legislature
‘Sunrise and Sunset,’ a diptych by Indigenous artist Alex Janvier, was unveiled in the Alberta legislature on Monday. Continue reading
Alberta proclaims January 2019 as Canada’s first Month of the Artist
Alberta has become the first province to dedicate a month to artists. Continue reading
Promote expression through art: Lethbridge library encouraging youths to enter local art show
Lethbridge Public Library is encouraging young artists to get involved in an upcoming art show this Christmas. Continue reading
Art Gallery of Alberta offers free admission 2 nights per week
People can visit the art gallery in downtown Edmonton for free on Tuesday and Wednesday nights between 5 p.m. and 8 pm. Continue reading
Art Gallery of Alberta announces free admission for kids and students
In an effort to attract more visitors, the Art Gallery of Alberta is offering free admission for all children and youth under 18 as well as for Alberta students over 18 years. Continue reading