Wednesday, October 5th: Kathleen Ritter The Evolution of Public Art
Artist and curator Kathleen Ritter gives an overview of the evolution of public art through the lens of her own practice Ritter traces a course through contemporary public practice – from the gallery to the street.
Tuesday, October 11th: Francisco Camacho Bridging Art with Political Dialogue and Civic Policy
Columbian artist Francisco Camacho will engage in a discussion with Jesse McKee, Exhibitions Curator at the Western Front and Spencer Chandra Herbert, BC Provincial MLA and Official Opposition Critic for Tourism, Culture and the Arts. Camacho’s work often blurs the line between art practice, activism and entertainment.
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