Featuring Emerging Artists:

Judy Arsenault
Wes Johnston &
Christine Waugh

With works by mentors: Janice Leonard, Ilan Sandler, & Steve Higgins

At the Craig Gallery, July 31 – September 7, 2013
Reception: Wednesday August 7, 7pm.

Emerging artists in this year’s Mentorship Program have created works investigating dominant forms of knowledge, the transference of power, and wilderness as refuge. Highlighting the talents of Judy Arsenault, Wes Johnston, and Christine Waugh, the Visual Arts Nova Scotia 2012-13 Mentorship Program Exhibition will also include work from established artists and mentors Janice Leonard, Ilan Sandler, and Steve Higgins. Learn more about the artists and their work: https://www.visualarts.ns.ca/2012-2013-mentorship-program-participants/.

Since the Mentorship Program’s inception in 2006, Visual Arts Nova Scotia has successfully paired emerging artists with established artists to take part in a 10-month mentorship. The Mentorship Program provides an exceptional opportunity for emerging artists to develop both their creative process and professional skills, thus building the foundation for a successful career in the visual arts. As a secondary outcome, the program offers established artists an opportunity to pass on their experience, resources, knowledge, and insight. For information on the program visit: https://www.visualarts.ns.ca/programs/mentorship-program/.

Visual Arts Nova Scotia gratefully acknowledges support for the Mentorship Program from the Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage, Jack and Joan Craig, the RBC Emerging Artist Foundation, and the Craig Gallery.