“The paintings help promote dialogue about being new to Canada. I want to offer a glimpse into the life of an immigrant woman during this challenging time. Some show despair; others are more hopeful; while some are more settled. “Storytelling is not only the core of my work, but is also universally important. Human beings need to be seen and heard. Art is a vehicle through which I am empowering these women.” Kumar, who was born and raised in India has learned her art by trying new things. “I am primarily a self-taught visual artist who works from photographs and works intuitively,” she told Yorkton This Week.
Maier’s piece is called ‘Dogwood and Cranberry Basket’. “This very old, European style of ‘Frame’ basketry is sometimes referred to as ‘farmer-made’ because its simple construction and readily available materials allowed ordinary folks to make strong and useful containers,” noted Maier’s artist statement on the piece. “This basket is woven with Red Osier Dogwood. “The frame and ribs are willow. “The handle is Highbush Cranberry. “These native shrubs are common throughout much of our province.” The statement went further detailing the creation process. “The materials needed to make this kind of basket are gathered in the fall after the plants have become dormant. The thicker stems are used for frames and ribs.
An artist with ties to the local area is up for a 2021 Saskatchewan Arts Award. Hanna Yokozawa Farquharson who had her first solo show last fall at the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery in the city is up . . .
Yoda’s telekinesis ability helps us check out books quicker. Did you know that the library has WiFi available in the parking lot? As always ebooks, DVDs, streaming audiobooks and more available for free from your library. And, you can find all kinds of great books filled with words to read at the YPL, plus DVDs, audiobooks and magazines to borrow. All for free. Check it out at https://parklandlibrary.ca/branch/159
Welcome to Wordy Wednesday brought to you by our friends at Yorkton Public Library, (including Slow the friendly sloth), and appearing here courtesy of Yorkton This Week. The word of the day is equanimity [ ee-kwuh-nim-i-tee, ek-wuh- ] – noun- mental or emotional stability or composure, especially under tension or strain; calmness; equilibrium. An example; ‘Slow needs to show some equanimity as she waits in a line up.’ article continues below