The Watson Art Center is hosting some world-class Artists this week with the return of the Woodland Art and Culture Experience Niizh.
Patrick Paul, a local Artist, is organizing this event, and bringing 5 of some of the most prominent woodland artists to Dauphin.
Paul notes that the Watson provides a unique and beautiful contrast to the woodland style.
"The fact that it's a Heritage Building, and to see this new very expressive art compared to the very square, crown structure of the building, it helps it really flare out."
The colourful, curved, and expressive style that is Woodland art does pop in the art gallery they've assembled.
Aside from Patrick Paul, this display also has works from Woodland Artists like Tom Tom Sinclair, Mishiikenh Kwe, Jared Tait, and Bree Island.
Sinclair, who also has works in galleries like the Van Gogh Art Gallery, has brought beaver hides that he's personally stretched, tanned, and painted into unique pieces.
As the week goes on, there are plans for live painting, collaborative projects, and even a paint night that people can join on Friday for $20.
There will also be demonstrations of canvas and hide stretching, laying out the creative process from start to finish.
If you are looking to experience the Woodland Art Style or learn about indigenous art and culture, this art display is not to be missed.
You can attend the Woodland Art and Culture Experience Niizh all week, up until the 16th of November.
With new pieces being painted throughout the week, it is recommended to visit multiple times!
