Work of Brigitte Clavette
“The objects I create are for use, whether contemplative or functional. They invite ritualistic moments …”
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Dan Steeves presents new work
Strathbutler artist Dan Steeves presents new work.
Serim Ye
2013 Fred Ross Scholarship Serim Ye’s application portfolio illustrates all the qualities one looks for in an aspiring artist. Overall her works on paper, canvas and in clay show an impressive facility with artistic fundamentals. However, it was the visual and narrative qualities of a series of water-colours depicting memories from Ms. Ye’s childhood that[…]
Alison Willms
2012 Fred Ross Scholarship Alison Willms has been selected to receive the $4000 Fred Ross Scholarship. Currently completing her final year at Fredericton High School, Ms Willms is an active in both the Fredericton and St. Andrews art communities. She will commence an undergraduate program in Fine Arts in September, 2012. “Alison Willms has been[…]
Barbara Sarah Safran de Niverville
2011 Sheila Mackay Advanced Studies Scholarship Recipient The jury has selected Barbara Sarah Safran de Niverville of Riverview to receive the 2011 SHMF MFA Scholarship. We applaud Ms Niverville’s interest in exploring new themes and techniques in her work and building on her recent series of landscape paintings that are technically strong, but also address[…]
Alex Francheville
2011 Fred Ross Scholarship The committee has selected Alex Francheville of Bernice McNaughton High School as the 2011 Fred Ross Scholarship winner. His portfolio shows a breadth of engagement with and evidence of an in depth exploration and understanding of expressionism. His work is strong and sophisticated. We wish him continued growth during his time[…]
2013 Special Project Funding
Each year, the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation provides one grant cycle to assist organizations in the promotion and development of visual arts within the province of New Brunswick. The Board of Directors invites concept letters outlining a proposal for funding of up to $10,000. Concept letters should not exceed two pages and should outline the[…]
25th Anniversary Celebration
Highlights of the 25th anniversary celebration On Nov 22, 2012, the New Brunswick Museum hosted a celebration to mark the 25th anniversary of the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation. Director Jane Fullerton praised the sustained efforts of the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation to champion growth in the visual arts in New Brunswick. She noted that it[…]