Golden Hour is a thoughtfully curated selection of contemporary Canadian artworks that highlight the unique practices of artists working today. The event features an exhibition, fundraising sale, and full schedule of free public events. Golden Hour aims to bring the public closer to their local art community by increasing the visibility of local and national artists and demonstrating the merits of collecting Canadian art.
Participating artists include:
- Zoë Schneider
- Farihah Aliyah Shah
- Julie Oh
- Maia Stark
- Shellie Zhang
- Liz Ikiriko
- Amalie Atkins
- Marie Lannoo
- Sandra Semchuk
- Adrian Stimson
Golden Hour is hosted in-person at The GALLERY / art placement in downtown Saskatoon and virtually at BlackFlashGoldenHour.com. Artworks go on sale, in-person and online, on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 9 AM CST. Participating artists are offered 50% of the sale price and the remainder will assist BlackFlash’s ongoing mission to support artists through meaningful discourse, education, and production.
Golden Hour also features an exciting roster of free public events, including: artist talks by Sandra Semchuk and Farihah Aliyah Shah, a studio tour with painter Marie Lannoo, a workshop with Maia Stark, a grotto tour with Zoë Schneider, a outdoor film screening with Amalie Atkins, and a conversation between contemporary art collectors Crystal Buekert and Troy Gronsdahl. Please visit our website for ongoing updates and new additions to the schedule.
BlackFlash has been providing invaluable opportunities for Prairie artists, writers, and curators for over 38 years. Founded in 1983 by The Photographer’s Gallery in Saskatoon, BlackFlash has an incredible legacy of innovation, perseverance, and leadership in the arts and is one of the longest-running publications in Canada. BlackFlash nourishes our local and national art community by upholding diverse voices, promoting energetic debate, and addressing urgent issues.
Thank you so much to our incredible sponsors: Art Placement, Jon Aschenbrener, Carey Shaw Photography, Sask Lotteries, Phelan Francis Design, SaskGalleries, Nokomis Craft Ales, Lucky Bastard Distillers
Golden Hour is hosted in a partially accessible venue; it does not have an accessible public washroom.
Questions? Please contact: editor@blackflash.ca
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