Approximately seven community members were placed in the spotlight this month as several pieces of their artwork were put on display at the “Reflecting 96th Street” exhibition at the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts in Edmonton.
Community member Linda, whose Tiger inspired art pieces attracted many spectators at the exhibition, said that her pieces were mainly inspired by a theme of being alive.
“I like to do life, anything that’s alive because I think they’re beautiful,” said Linda.
Rachel de Leon and Laura Foster, the organizers of the exhibition, said that their work with community members in the church began back in 2007 when they started an open Thursday art group for community members at the church to participate in.
“We keep a lot of the artwork with us because a lot of artists have nowhere to keep their art,” said Rachel.
Elanor, who has been working with the art program since its inception, was proud to display her pieces which included, “the colorful Mandela” and the “A perched Owl.”
“I get a lot of the inspiration for the art from magazines,” said Elanor.
With a room full of spectator’s Exhibition Coordinator, David Janzen, said that he believes the future for this event can only be bigger and better.
“Two years ago when we did a smaller exhibition it was a success. This year these folks needed a venue and you can see it’s a win-win situation,” said David.
The art will be on display at the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts until November 1, 2013. Find out more here.
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