School of Art News Archive
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Unearthing Sustainability: Local Clay Project in School of Art’s Low-Fire Ceramics Class
October 31, 2024 —
October’s Sustainability Month at the University of Manitoba brought new light to the impactful and innovative Local Clay project led by School of Art Professor Grace Nickel and her students in the Low-Fire Ceramics class.
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Winnipeg Free Press: Play and unpredictability, Artist-mother collaborates with children
October 11, 2024 —
Eight years ago, when Franco-Manitoban contemporary artist Dominique Rey was in Europe for an artist residency, her husband captured an indelible image of her playing with their daughter, Madeleine Coar, who was one and a half at the time.
Students
New campus art installation inspires community, momentum
September 10, 2024 —
Bold, colourful mural brings to life UM’s new strategic plan
St. John's College
Exploring the world through art
September 9, 2024 —
The 2024 St John's College art competition winner uses art to showcase the natural beauty he sees around him while producing it in the way he visualizes it.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Announcing the Merit Award Recipients of 2023
September 5, 2024 —
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 Merit Awards. Merit Awards are awarded to faculty members for their outstanding achievements in teaching, research, scholarly work and creative activities, and service in three different categories.
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Pembina Valley Online: Plum Coulee homecoming celebration held for award winning ceramics artist Grace Nickel
August 20, 2024 —
School of Art Professor Grace Nickel was the focus of a homecoming celebration Saturday, August 17th during Plum Fest, serving as parade marshal and also officially opening her latest exhibit "Full Circle" at the Plum Coulee Elevator Museum.
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Early Distortion: Pinturicchio and the Genesis of a Constructed Image – Dr. Suzanne McLeod and Students Present in Rome
August 2, 2024 —
Dr. Suzanne McLeod and her team, including Hanna Ferris, Abby Friesen, and Indigenous conservator Amanda McLeod, presented their SSHRC-funded research at the Bibliotheca Hertziana in Rome.
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CBC Manitoba: How the University of Manitoba is decolonizing its art collection
July 5, 2024 —
How the University of Manitoba is decolonizing its art collection
School of Art
Celebrating Emerging Talent: Five UM Graduates selected for ‘Fresh Paint / New Construction’ exhibition in Montreal
June 26, 2024 —
The annual Fresh Paint and New Construction exhibition returns to Art Mûr in Montreal, marking its 20th edition. Showcasing talent from twelve Canadian universities, it offers a glimpse into the future of contemporary art.
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Seeing in a Good Way: A Summer Program for Young Indigenous Artists
June 24, 2024 —
Minaw-pishi-mowin / Seeing in a Good Way is a transformative summer program by the School of Art Gallery designed to instill confidence in young Indigenous artists. This initiative aims to break down barriers and foster an environment where creativity can thrive.