Labours of Love, Under Lamplight
Thu, Apr 1, 2027 to Sun, May 23, 2027 @ Estevan Art Gallery & Museum
Community: Estevan Art Gallery & Museum
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Labours of Love, Under Lamplight is an exhibition featuring art from Indigenous artists in Saskatchewan, showcasing a diverse array of experiences and interpretations of Indigenous Art. The exhibition celebrates the various practices in Indigenous art, ranging from contemporary aesthetics and materials to those rooted in familial traditions.
In today's fast-paced world, the dedication and labour of love invested in art can be easily overlooked. The concept of "Labour of love" in art emphasises the extensive labour involved in the creation process, often infused with familial stories, teachings, and practices passed down through generations. These expressions of love for the practice and culture are condensed into the final artworks, representing hours of devotion and labour. We invite viewers to turn the lamplight on, consider the time and knowledge behind each piece as the artists skilfully worked with familiar and lesser-known materials, revived from their cultural heritage or passed down through mentorship within the art community. For many Indigenous artists, their love for their culture serves as a significant motivation in their artistic journey, enriching the contemporary art scene with an inherent connection to their roots.
This exhibition is curated by Holly Aubichon from recent acquisitions to the SK Arts Permanent collection and features the following artists: Stacey Fayant, Marcy Friesen, Sally Milne, Brandon Roy, Cherelle Williams, Audra Blais-Boulianne, Maureen Ledoux, Russel Iron, Elaine McArthur, and Jordy Ironstar.
Exhibitions
- Mon, May 12, 2025 to Mon, Jun 23, 2025 at the Community pARTners Gallery - Yorkton, SK.
- Fri, Aug 1, 2025 to Tue, Sep 23, 2025 at the Sherven-Smith Art Gallery - Melfort, SK.
- Wed, Oct 1, 2025 to Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at the Gallery Works and The Third Dimension - Melville, SK.
- Sat, Nov 1, 2025 to Tue, Dec 23, 2025 at the Station Arts Centre Cooperative - Rosthern, SK.
- Thu, Jan 1, 2026 to Mon, Feb 23, 2026 at the Grand Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre - Shaunavon, SK.
- Sun, Mar 1, 2026 to Mon, Mar 23, 2026 at the Lloydminster Museum + Archive - Lloydminster, SK.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 to Thu, Apr 23, 2026 at the Gallery on 3rd - Watrous, SK.
- Fri, May 1, 2026 to Tue, Jun 23, 2026 at the Humboldt and District Gallery - Humboldt, SK.
- Sun, Nov 1, 2026 to Mon, Nov 23, 2026 at the John V. Hicks Gallery at the Margo Fournier Arts Centre - Prince Albert, SK.
- Mon, Feb 1, 2027 to Tue, Feb 23, 2027 at the Central Park Library/Arts Centre - Nipawin, SK.
- Thu, Apr 1, 2027 to Sun, May 23, 2027 at the Estevan Art Gallery & Museum - Estevan, SK.
