Joe Fafard鈥檚 art will be on display at the Shurniak in June.
Internationally acclaimed artist, Joe Fafard, was one of Canada鈥檚 most recognized and prolific artists. Sadly, he passed away in March 2019 in Lumsden, but his legacy continues. His art will be featured at the Shurniak from June 1-23.
Best known for his work in clay, bronze and steel sculptures, Fafard had sustained a curiosity in drawing and printmaking. His work characterized his relationships with his pastoral Saskatchewan roots, his reverence to art history and his inquiry into form.
The exhibition, In Print/Imprimer, presents a just a small review of the art Fafard produced over the course of his career, focussing on the subject matter he had been known for such as cows, horses and other domesticated animals. His works were metaphors, political statements, art historical references, objects of humour and delight, as well as expressing the concerns of his time. Aside from the venture into Assiniboia in June, Fafard鈥檚 art will also be on display throughout various communities in Saskatchewan from June-November 2019. 聽聽聽聽聽
This display was curated by Jennifer McRorie and organized by the Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery with funding assistance from the City of Moose Jaw, the Saskatchewan Arts Board, SaskCulture, Saskatchewan Lotteries and the Canada Council for the Arts. The exhibition was made possible through a special partnership with the Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery and the Organization Saskatchewan Arts Council鈥檚 Arts on the Move touring program.聽聽
