Vessna Perunovich
Shifting Shelter, (installation detail)
2017. Mixed Media
Photo credit: Jeremy Pavka
Galleries on campus
Art is everywhere at AUArts.
Our world-class gallery spaces infuse the campus with the work of professional artists and designers – provoking thought, inspiring discussion and welcoming the greater community.
Illingworth Kerr Gallery
A world-class exhibition space and flexible platform for critical enquiry and theoretical debate with a focus on visual culture. As an interface between AUArts and the broader community, IKG is the longest-running international art program in Calgary, and a vital component of the city’s cultural ecology.
Image: Mark Igloliorte, Diptychs Series. 2017. Installation view. Photo credit: Elyse Bouvier
Marion Nicoll Gallery
The MNG hosts student-run installations, group shows and exhibitions.
CURRENT
AUArts Grad Show Exhibition 2024
Celebrate the talent and creativity of our Graduating Class of 2024
May 23, 2024 - May 23, 2025
Exhibitions
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Fahrenheit 2024
American Museum of Ceramic Art in Pomona, California
Opening reception: Jan. 20 from 4 to 6 p.m.
This year, AMOCA features the talents of artists contributing to the contemporary ceramic arts community.
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Women of the AGA: Celebrating 100 Years of Achievement
In honour of the Art Gallery of Alberta’s 100th anniversary, this YWCA showcase celebrates Alberta women artists represented in the AGA’s Collection.
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Here & Now
Royal Alberta Museum in Edmonton, Alberta
An exhibition of new AFA artworks at the Royal Alberta Museum from April 17 to September 29.
Events
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Birkenstock Customization Station with Norberg Hall
Gravity Pope (1126 17 Avenue SW)
gravitypope has partnered with Birkenstock and Norberg Hall on an in-store customization pop-up.
Indigenous Powwow Convocation Ceremony
12 noon
Redwood Meadows Fairgrounds
2601 Hwy 22, Redwood Meadows, AB
The University will celebrate its first powwow convocation ceremony.
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Salt. Soda, and Surface Decoration
713 Medalta Ave SE in Medicine Hat, Alberta
In this nine-day workshop, Lael Chmelyk will take participants through the atmospheric firing process from start to finish.