Thursday, September 9, 7 PM, $2 non-members, free for Museum members
Katherine Govier gives an illustrated talk about the works and life of the great Japanese painter/designers, Hokusai, and his daughter Oei. Was the man who made The Great Wave off Kanagawa the only master in North Star Studio in 19thcentury Edo? Katherine will talk about her research and her novel, The Ghost Brush. Katherine will be on-hand to sign her novel following the presentation.
Saturday, September 11 – 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
You must pre-register; call 403-762-2291, Ext. 300
$75 per person (Members $60), fee includes bus to trailhead.
Executive Director Michale Lang will lead this guided hike for all art and nature lovers. Starting from Sargent's Point and taking a moderate hike to Lake McArthur where Carl Rungius painted his award-winning landscape, we will follow in the footsteps of The Group of Seven's J. E. H. MacDonald and other well-known artists. Meet at the Lake O'Hara parking lot. Arrive by 10:15 am. Bring a lunch, plenty of water, prepare for a moderately strenuous day in the outdoors.
Saturday, September 18, 1 – 4 PM, FREE
In celebration of Alberta Arts Days, the Whyte Museum will hold an Artist Meet and Greet afternoon. Dwayne Harty, Colleen Campbell and other artists highlighted in the Grizzly!exhibition will talk about their work in an informal manner. The event also features the opening of the art show and sale, Abundant Alberta. Meet and chat with prominent landscape artists showcased in this exciting art show and sale.
The Whyte Museum strives to support and foster the development of local artists. To further this mandate the Museum showcases the work of local artists on a rotational basis throughout the year. All purchases support the local artist community and Museum operations. Don't miss this opportunity to view this wealth of home grown artistic talent.
View Art Show & Sale exhibition
