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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.
James Boyd selected to create public art for Fredericton Botanic Garden. The City of Fredericton announced artist James Boyd of Hampton has been selected to create a sculpture for the Fredericton Botanic Garden. The jury of three decided on his proposal called ‘Rhodo’ in reference to the Rhododendron garden, one of the main attractions of[…]
Strathbutler Artist, Anna Torma, at Espace Robert Poulin. Anna Torma & Balint Zsako “BLOOD TIES” March 14-April 18, 2015 OPENING: Saturday 14 MARS 2015 AS OF 2:00 p.m. at Espace Robert Poulin. The gallery is pleased to present the work of two remarkable artists, Anna Torma and Balint Zsako. Hungarian Canadians, both are internationally renowned.[…]
Best wishes for a continued creative career. The Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation wishes to express its gratitude and appreciation to Vanessa Moeller for her many years of service to the arts community of New Brunswick. Throughout her years at artsnb, Ms. Moeller has been an advocate for artists of all disciplines.
Strathbutler Artist, Peter Powning, and the NBM at the Sandra Ainsley Gallery in Toronto. Saturday, March 7th, 4-7 PM join the New Brunswick Museum and the Sandra Ainsley Gallery for the opening of an exhibit of the recent artwork by Pet Powning, and an announcement by the NBM. Exhibit March 7 – April 11, 2015[…]
Board Director Jocelyn Jean Sadly Missed It is with great sadness that the Board of Directors of the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation acknowledges the passing of our honored member Jocelyn Jean. For us, he was a great visual artist, a respected educator and a wise counselor. He was an inspiration and guiding force in the[…]
City of Fredericton Invites Design Submissions for Public Art Fredericton, NB (November 25, 2014) – The City of Fredericton is inviting New Brunswick artists to submit design concepts for public art to be located in a high profile park in the city. The Sheila Hugh McKay Foundation awarded the City of Fredericton a Special Project[…]
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation, a private charitable foundation, has been investing in the visual arts of New Brunswick since 1987. The programs of the foundation include awards, grants, scholarships and advocacy initiatives. On November 27th, the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation is hosting its 2015 Awards evening in celebration of the Visual Arts of New Brunswick.[…]