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Recognizing 15 years of curation

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The AFA conducted a farewell interview with former TREX Curator/Manager, Shane Golby.

Tour "Cross Cultura" on Google Arts & Culture

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"Cross Cultura" is curated by Indigenous curator, visual artist and archaeologist, Autumn Whiteway (Night Singing Woman).

Spotlight on Arts Audiences - Wave 1 Results

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First set of results of a long-term study on understanding Alberta arts audiences. Watch a presentation of the report.

Work of the Week celebrates World Photography Day

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Celebrate World Photography Day with Colin Smith's camera obscura, Bow Lake.

Work of the Week: Happy International Dance Day

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Celebrate International Dance Day! Established in 1982 by UNESCO International Theatre Institute, International Dance Day falls on Apr 29 every year.

Work of the Week celebrates taking a break

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We remind ourselves to take a break with Gwen Alstad's Coffee Break.

Henri van Bentum, 1929 - 2022

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Spatial Rythms by Henri van Bentum marked a major transition in his artistic practice.

Harry Kiyooka, RCA (1928 – 2022)

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The AFA was saddened to learn of the passing of former board member and Alberta artist Harry Kiyooka on April 8, 2022.

Work of the Week - an ode to spring

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We celebrate the first day of spring with Jean Peters' Spring Thaw.

Work of the Week celebrates International Women’s Day

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Celebrate International Women's Day via Alberta's arts and culture scene.