LOBBY ART GALLERY EXHIBIT ART GALLERY PRESENTS INDIGENOUS ART EXHIBIT SEPTEMBER 21 to DECEMBER 16, 2017
INDIGENOUS ART EXHIBIT 2017 Welcome to the Pumphouse Theatre s Indigenous Art Exhibit. The Pumphouse Theatre Society recognizes the historically Indigenous territory of the Blackfoot, Stoney, Tsiit ina, Kainai and Metis Nations in which we live and work. These nations are the original stewards of this land, and we look forward to working together in peace and reconciliation. With gratitude, we are pleased to feature the diverse work of three Indigenous visual artists from a wide range of backgrounds and styles of work. It is our honour to host these innovative artists in our historic building. It is the Pumphouse Theatre s ongoing goal to provide a venue for increased exposure to local artists, as well as provide an enhanced experience for our theatre patrons. If you are interested in purchasing a piece, please contact Kelly Malcolm, Programming Director, at kelly@pumphousetheatre.ca Thank you to all the artists who are a part of the Indigenous Art Exhibit. We could not be more thrilled to be showcasing your amazing pieces of art. Kelly Malcolm Programming Director Cover Photo: Deloria Many Grey Horses Next Generation Thank you to our funders!
SHELLEY ROSE MAY Shelley Rose May, otherwise known on social media as The Metis Mamma, is a self-taught mixed media artist of Cree and Scottish descent originally from Prince Albert, Saskatchewan but who has called Calgary, Alberta her home for over 25 years. After taking on the responsibility of raising a family members children Shelley resigned her position as a Support Worker at Hull Services to become a full time stay at home mom. To keep her boys entertained she began crafting and experimenting with arts and crafts and soon fell in love with mixed media because of the variety of mediums you can work with. 2016 was a difficult year for Shelley and her family. First her mother passed away then a few short months later she was diagnosed with Cervical Cancer, in which she had surgery and is now cancer free. She now considers her health issue a blessing. She realized she created her own illness by her own self destructive thoughts and decided to take her health back and by healing herself and others through her art. Mirrors Acrylic and Paper 36 x 12" $350.00 Broken Wing Acrylic and Paper 32 x 5.5" $350.00 The Warrior Acrylic and Paper 32.25 x 5.5" $425.00
DELORIA MANY GREY HORSES Deloria Many Grey Horses-Violich lives in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She is a proud member of the Kainai Nation a band of the Blackfoot Confederacy the Chickasaw and the Yankton Sioux Nations. She is a direct descendent of Red Crow, one of the original Chief s who signed Treaty 7. Deloria is an urban First Nation s woman dedicated to creating change and advocating for Indigenous Rights through her photography. She studied at the University of California, Berkeley and double majored in Native American Studies and Ethnic Studies. When she was 15 years old her Unci and Lala (grandparents) got her a camera and she has been taking pictures ever since. She draws inspiration from the beauty her Indigenous community and feels photography is a beautiful and gentle way of teaching. She describes herself as a contemporary warrior who uses her passion for equality, words, images, and storytelling to combat the history of injustices for the Canadian Indigenous communities. Deloria s goal is to shed light on the real story for Indigenous peoples a story that will overflow the forces of humility, courage and compassion! Men s Fancy 11 x 14" His Pony 5 x 7" $30.00 Peace and Justice 18 x 16" (Location: Brooklyn, NY. Graffiti Artist: Unknown) Eagle 8 x 10" $50.00
Next Generation 16 x 18" Strength 11 x 14" $50.00 Beauty 12 x 12 $50.00 Resiliency 16 x 18 Cry of the Drum 8 x 10" Peace 8 x 10" $50.00
MACKENZIE BROWN Mackenzie Brown is a 22 First Nations Cree woman from the Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation. She is a performer, singer, songwriter, actress, philanthropist and advocate of fun. She is currently finishing her Bachelor of Child and Youth Care where she will continue on to get her Masters in Musical Therapy. Mackenzie works with at-risk First Nations youth in the Edmonton area. She incorporates aspects of alternative therapy in her work with youth and families. She has started up cultural programs where she uses traditional arts and crafts for healing purposes. Mackenzie and her mother perform as Warrior Women. They drum and teach around Alberta for the Northern Alberta Teachers Conference, the annual Jasper Dark Skies Festival, Youth Dream Catchers Conference, Canada Day, Aboriginal Day festivities, and International Women s Day. In the summer you can find Mackenzie in Jasper performing at Jasper Park Lodge, Parks Canada, Rocky Mountaineer and various other events. Along with drumming, performing and educating, Mackenzie is also an avid acrylic artist, her paintings often depicting aspects of her culture infused with vibrant colors. Mackenzie is also an avid volunteer in her community, volunteering with organizations such as the Stollery Children Hospital Foundation, Children s Miracle Network and Get Real. Mackenzie has been recognized in her community for her community service and volunteer work through awards such as the Arts of Fire Outstanding Youth Artist 2013, Premiers Citizenship Award 2013, Queen Elizabeth Golden Jubilee Citizenship Award 2014, the Alberta Indian Arts and Crafts award of 2017. Orca 12" x 16" $425.00 Butterfly 20" x 16" $595.00 Hummingbird 12 x 16 $450.00
Wolf and Fox 36 x 32" Wolf 16 x 20" $595.00 Wolf, Butterfly and Tipi 27.5" x 26" Bear 12 x 16 $450.00