Boulder Geese of Great Chief Park, Maquette

Artist: Slipper Liu Studio, Paul Slipper and Mary-Ann Liu

Starting Small: From Model to Monument

Exhibition Dates:                     November 1, 2024 - December 13, 2024

First Friday, November 1st:   Gallery hours 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

                                                 Reception 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

                                                 Artist Talk 6:30 pm

About the Exhibition:                     

The City of Red Deer has over 100 public artworks on display. These can be seen in parks, on city streets, and on the exterior of buildings. Public artworks are diverse. They range from colourful murals and bronze statues, to tapestries, tile mosaics, and sculptural benches.  A highlight of Red Deer’s public art landscape is “The Ghost Collection”. It is one of the largest life-size bronze sculpture collections in Canada. Started in 1994, these statues commemorate specific historical individuals. 

All public artworks go through a rigorous procedure to be selected. This process begins when artists are invited to propose a concept for a particular public space. One of the best ways for an artist to communicate their vision in a tangible form is through a small model. 

In the art world, small-scale models are known as maquettes. This French word is derived from the Italian noun macchietta, which means "sketch”.  Maquettes may be made from a diversity of materials such as paper, clay, wax, and even bronze.  Each model shows precise details that can help a selection committee visualize how an artwork will look at full size. 

Crafted with care and detail, maquettes can be considered artworks in their own right. 

This exhibit celebrates artworks that became lasting parts of Red Deer’s urban landscape. It also honors the unrealized proposals whose big ideas, and small forms still emanate potential. 

About the Gallery:

The Viewpoint Gallery showcases original works of art by individual artists and collectives, and curated exhibitions. The gallery is in the lobby of the City of Red Deer Culture Services facility.  Visit our Viewpoint Gallery page for more information.

Address: 
5205 48 Ave (in the old intermediate school building)

Hours:
Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
First Fridays: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
*Facility closed:  November 11, 2024

Questions:
The City of Red Deer, Community Development
403-406-8820
culturemailbox@reddeer.ca 

Martin Dahl Drawings

November 1, 2024 - January 3, 2025

First Fridays:

Gallery is open until 5 p.m. on Fridays

About the Artist:

Illustrations inspired by landscapes including British Columbia, and the Prairies. Martin is a self-taught Red Deer artist  who has honed his skill though his dedicated practice. He has been drawing since he was 8 years old!  Enjoy scenes featuring sunken boats, abandoned cars, and old barns.

About the Gallery:

The Corridor Community Gallery is hosted by the City of Red Deer Community Development. This space, adjacent to our clay studio spaces, provides a public venue for local artists and allows us to share in the talents of fellow community members.

Address:

4501 47A Ave, downtown Red Deer (in the lower level of the Recreation Centre)

Summer Facility Hours:

Monday - Friday: 5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sundays & Holidays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

View Holiday Hours and Facility Closures

Questions:

For information on visual arts classes and programs offered by the City of Red Deer or to enquire about showing your artwork in the Corridor Community Gallery, please contact:

The City of Red Deer, Community Development
403-406-8820
culturemailbox@reddeer.ca