[EDIT] Magazine - Volume 26 - Fall 2023

SHMF Featured in Fall edition [EDIT] magazine

Editor James Mullinger describes his quarterly magazine, [EDIT]  as a “celebration of where we are and of those who create, inspire and uplift”  Since 2017 he and co-founder Pamela Mullinger have dedicated themselves to  covering the best of Atlantic Canada.  Spanning  print, digital, video content and live events, the award winning Edit Media team  is[…]

John Murchie

John Murchie to receive the 2023 Strathbutler Award

            Artist, curator, critic and administrator, John Murchie has been chosen to receive the SHMF 2023 Strathbutler Award in recognition of his multi-faceted career in visual art. Since 1991, Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation celebrates the vital contributions of visual artists to New Brunswick’s cultural life through this award.  Murchie was[…]

SHMF Signature Grant to Unfoldng Pictures Inc for Freeman Patterson documentary

The Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Signature Grants are made at the discretion of the Board of Directors to support exceptional needs and opportunities in growth and appreciation of visual art in New Brunswick,  SHMF is proud to honor Strathbutler artist, Freeman Patterson by a contribution of $20,000. 00 to Unfolding Pictures Inc to realize a[…]

SHMF invites applications for the 2023 International Residency Bursary

The $10,000 Sheila Hugh Mackay International Creative Residency is an initiative aimed at the advancement of the careers of professional New Brunswick visual artists. Professional New Brunswick visual artists will be eligible for SHMF International Creative Residency funding once in a lifetime. Completed submissions for 2023 International Creative Residency (including all supporting material) must be[…]

Strathbutler 2023

The 2023 nomination period for the Strathbutler Award is closed.  SHMF is grateful to the nomination of visual artists from across the province.  These nominations are a testament to the rich artistic culture in New Brunswick. Announcements of the 2023 recipient will be made in September 2023.

Bonny Hill - Margaret Woodson Nae Mentorship Bursary Recipient

SHMF awards a Margaret Woodson Nea Mentorship to Sussex based artist and educator Bonny Hill

Bonny Hill, artist, educator, community builder and art consultant, has been chosen to receive the unique Margaret Woodson Nea Mentorship bursary. Throughout her career, Ms. Hill has poured her creativity into education and community development while maintaining an active art practice. Upon retirement from Sussex Regional High School, Ms. Hill has delved deeply into installation[…]