2018 Retreat in SK, and exhibit in BC

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Waskesiu Twilight
Canadian fibre arts group Articulation spent a pleasant week together in Northern Saskatchewan in August amongst the lovely views of Elk Ridge Resort and surrounds. Manitobans in the group could have mistaken Waskesiu National Park for Clear Lake but no matter where in Canada we go I can confidently say that the landscape, the weather and the company are always inspiring. 
   
During the visit, beyond our annual general meeting, Lesley led our preparations for Articulation's upcoming show 'WAR: A Personal Response' to be shown at the Sidney Museum Oct 16-Nov 29. See the poster in the previous post.
Traditional Toe Shot 
Articulation members are part of a population blessed by location and circumstance who have not personally experienced war in their lifetimes to date. Our inquiries into family histories within this topic, personally and collectively, set us on a journey of discovery. It was here that we unearthed tales of courage and sacrifice and were awed and inspired by the actions of generations of families inhabiting a very different world to our own. Themes and stories emerged that inspired our creative connection to the fibre arts and this is the work on display. 

The show exhibits a particularly human side of a conflict and reminds us that the threads connecting the past to the present reflect our similarities as people navigating a world, despite our personal differences, backgrounds and political views. We hope if you are in the area you will take it in and possibly share in a personal tour with Lesley, Donna, Wendy or myself, Amanda, October 16-19.
Lesley's knitting
As the newest member of Articulation, (2015), this will be my first time exhibiting with the group and I am excited to share space with such an esteemed group of creative souls. I look forward to challenging my artistic paradigms and extending myself beyond my expressive comfort zone on future projects.
To that end, you will find me more regularly on this blog once I move beyond some technical challenges (fears) and assume my new job title, perhaps by default, as the group's Blogger.
Until next time...
Amanda 

Find me on Instagram as Mandartcanada.






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