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Introducing Alberta’s Arts Ambassador 2023
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Métis Cree artist Sharon Rose Kootenay has been selected as the 4th Artist in Residence/Arts Ambassador to promote the value of the arts in Alberta.
The legacy of Dr. Joane Cardinal-Schubert - Part 1
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We look back at the tremendous impact Dr. Joane Cardinal-Schubert has had on the AFA Art Collection, starting with the Narrative Quest exhibition.
The legacy of Dr. Joane Cardinal-Schubert - Part 2
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Part 2 of our look back on the impact Dr. Joane Cardinal-Schubert has had on the AFA Art Collection, including the Fellowship for Indigenous Curators.
Watch now: Caring for the Collection - Celebrating 50 years of the AFA Art Collection
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Watch how the AFA cares for an exquisite new acquisition by Métis Cree visual artist, Sharon Rose Kootenay, in the 2nd video in its documentary series
Alberta art shines at the National Gallery of Canada
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Calgary-based Chris Cran and Cold Lake’s Alex Janvier each had noteworthy, full-career retrospective shows at the National Gallery of Canada in 2016
Interview with Elisa Mair – Finding Pride Through Storytelling | Day of the Dead Special
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In this special Day of the Dead release, we feature an intimate conversation with playwright and producer Elisa Mair in her Artist Spotlight video.
Celebrating Asian Heritage Month
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Celebrating and recognizing the achievements and contributions of Asian and South Asian communities throughout the province.
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).