Red Deer’s First Fridays art gallery openings held on April 14

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Title: An Improvised Performance at “Seeds of Growth” 2023 Members Show

Artists: Performance Troupe to be announced

Visual artists on display: Amanda Frost, Audrey Rits, Darcy Edinga, Eeklje VanderMeulen-Smart, Kristina Miko, Lorene Runham, Lynn LeCorre, Margaret Hall, Margriet Hogue, Marianne Harris, Marlene Kallstrom-Barritt, Niek Theelen, Paul Boultbee, Robert Alspach, Sharon Wright, & Veronica Graves

Kiwanis Gallery, 4818 49 Street, in the Red Deer Public Library

Media: Various

Dates: February 22 – April 23, 2023

#FirstFridaysRedDeer opening reception April 14 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Gallery/Library Hours: Mon – Thurs: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Fri: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sat & Sun: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Description: “The Red Deer Arts Council’s Visual Arts members have proven to be fertile soil for Seeds of Growth; the theme of this upcoming exhibit. Whether literal or metaphorical, the artists’ interpretations explore personal growth, nature and beyond. We are thrilled to present the variety of perspectives and discoveries they nurtured,” officials said in a release.

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Title: Bloom Where You Are Planted

Artists: Red Deer Pottery Club

The Red Deer Arts Council Community Gallery, 6–4919 49 Street

Media: Ceramics and Pottery

Exhibition Dates: April 5 to May 31, 2023

#FirstFridaysRedDeer reception April 14, 2023 from 5 – 7 p.m.

Description: “Our newest exhibition is in the Community Gallery features the beautiful ceramic works of our local artists in the Red Deer Pottery Club. Come enjoy a multitude of beautiful new works inspired by springtime and growth,” officials said in a release.

Gallery Hours: Monday and Tuesday by appointment, Wednesday to Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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Title: Spring Air

Artists: Leah Bargen, Erin Boake, Susan Delaney, Carla Lam, Yanina Eberhard, Kristen Federchuk, Margriet Hogue, Greg Swainson, Wendy Parker and more

Riverlands Studio and Gallery, 5123 48 Street

Media: Oils, Watercolours, Acrylics, and Mixed

Dates of Exhibition: April 3 – 28, 2023

Opening Reception: April 14, 2023 from 5:30 – 8:30 pm.

Description: “This juried Group Show is curated by Tanya Zuzak Collard, MFA and it features the works of 24 local and regional artists that have responded to the theme of ‘Spring Air, capturing moments as this season arrives.’ Each artist has looked into their world for their inspiration; of shifting colour palettes, the greening of the earth, the arrival of young animals and birds, and the joy and beauty of all of spring’s glorious blooms. It’s a show that is full of gratitude for the days of light and warmth and the beauty that springs forth after a cold, long winter,” said officials in a release.

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Title: Trial and Colour

Artists: Evelyn Thurmeier

The Corridor Community Gallery, 4501 47A Ave inside the Recreation Centre

Media: Acrylic on Pantone cards

Dates: March 3 – May 1, 2023

About the Gallery: The Corridor Community Gallery is located adjacent to the ceramic arts studio in the lower level of the Recreation Centre. The space provides a public venue for local artists, allowing the gallery to share the talents and interests of fellow community members.

Visit their website for more information.

Hours of operation: Monday to Thursday: 5:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Fridays: 5:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Facility closed: Friday, April 7 – Monday, April 10 for Easter weekend.

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Title: Black Pool Blue Pool

Artists: Lori Sokoluk

The Viewpoint Gallery, 5205 48 Ave

Media: Abstract Landscape Acrylic Paintings and Collage

Dates: until May 11, 2023

#First Fridays Gallery Opening 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14^th

About the Gallery: The Viewpoint Gallery showcases original works of art by individual artists and collectives, and curated exhibitions. The gallery is in the lobby of the City of Red Deer Culture Services facility. Visit the Viewpoint Gallery page for more information.

Hours of operation: Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Gallery closed April 7 & 10^th for the Easter Stat Holidays.

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Title: Long Live: Red Deer Polytechnic Year End Student Exhibition

The Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery, 4525 47A Ave

Dates: March 25 – April 22, 2023

April 14th, 5 – 8 p.m.

Description: “This year has been a renewal for the program as the campus fully reopened with students from all programs back in person for classes. The title, Long Live, is a call and a toast to this return, while also a nod to the RDP sports teams Queens and Kings. Long Live Art! Long Live Ceramics! Long Live Painting! Long Live Drawing!,” said officials in a release.

The exhibit consists of first and second year student work in media, representational of what is taught in the Visual Art Program at Red Deer Polytechnic, officials say.

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Title: His Hands…my hand

Artist: David Coates

Marjorie Wood Gallery at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Ave

Media: Pastel Paintings

Dates: February 20 – April 20, 2023

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Title: it’s just for now

Artists: Abigail Pederson

Velvet Olive Lounge, 4928C 50 St. Red Deer, AB

Dates: March 1 – April 30, 2023

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Other art galleries include:

Artribute Art School, 212 – 4836 50 Street, in the Old Courthouse. Treaty 6 & 7
Art in the Hallway, YMCA Northside Community Centre, 6391 76 Street, Red Deer
Curiosity Art & Framing, Bay 4 – 4676 61 Street, Riverside Industrial

by rdnewsNOW Staff

Red Deer’s First Fridays art gallery openings held on April 14

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