Work of Philip Savage
He celebrates a medium that has been crafted by human hands for function, beauty and ceremony since primitive times.
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Art Critic Residency Program
The Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Art Critic Residency Program The Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation is proud to partner with the Beaverbrook Art Gallery to establish an Art Critic Residency Program. The launch of this exciting opportunity will enhance the critical discourse in our province. “During an intensive public consultation process in 2014, the need for[…]
Paul Mathieson named newest Strathbutler artist
The Strathbutler Award: A tradition of excellence in New Brunswick Visual Arts Based on the considered recommendation of a professional jury, the Board of Directors of the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation announces that Paul Mathieson has been selected as the 2015 recipient of the Strathbutler Award. Mr. Mathieson joins a celebrated list of Strathbutler artists[…]
Strathbutler Jury 2015
The Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation is honored to announce the members of the 2015 Strathbutler Jury. In service to the province of New Brunswick, the foundation is committed to an independent jury system in the adjudication of awards and scholarships. We wish to express our respect and gratitude to the following professionals who served on[…]
Rebecca Bickerton
Rebecca Bickerton, a graduate of Belleisle Regional High School was presented with the $8000 Fred Ross Scholarship at the opening reception of summer exhibitions at Saint John Arts Centre. Bickerton was highly recommended for the scholarship by Andrew Kierstead, Director of the centre’s James Venner Russell Portfolio Development Program. The jury took particular note of[…]
Rylee Hayes
The Fred Ross Scholarship is a recognition of a young artist with drive and potential. An independent jury selected Rylee Hayes, a Simonds High School graduate, as a Fred Ross scholar commenting that “her portfolio exhibits the passion and confidence of a committed artist deeply engaged with life around her. Her dynamic photography, fresh and[…]
Tom Smith 1933-2015
Tom Smith dies at 82. SHMF wishes to acknowledge the passing of Strathbutler artist, Tom Smith on May 17, 2015. He received the Strathbutler in 1992 for his mastery of ceramic art and in recognition of his important contributions as an educator and mentor. Our condolences to his family and his close friends.
2015 Oudemans Deadline Reminder
June 3rd 2015 Deadline Reminder: Applications for the Nel Oudemans Award. The Nel Oudemans Award, established in 2002, celebrates excellence in fine craft in memory of the extraordinary contribution of Nel Oudemans to Canadian applied arts. This competition is open to all emerging artisans who have lived and practiced in New Brunswick for 5 years[…]