ArtistBrittney Namaakki Bear Hat and Richelle Bear Hat

All are Welcome to the Opening Reception on January 27th at 7 pm.

Nanaimo Art Gallery is pleased to present Story Keeping, an exhibition of new and existing work by Calgary based artists Brittney Namaakki Bear Hat and Richelle Bear Hat. Drawing from their shared Blackfoot and Dane-zaa Cree heritage, the artists look to storytelling practices and legacies of land and language displacement through their experiences growing up in rural and urban environments. While Story Keeping will include the 2016 collaborative work: Little Cree Women (Sisters, Secrets & Stories), it will also highlight Brittney and Richelle’s individual practices and perspectives. Through photography, video, sculpture, and installation, this exhibition celebrates the value of stories carried through everyday lives.

Story Keeping is the fourth exhibition through which Nanaimo Art Gallery asks the question, What stories do we tell?

Brittney Namaakii Bear Hat is a M

Terri has used her love of and experience with the landscapes of Vancouver Island to create this collection of acrylic paintings.  Using her own photographs as well as those by locals Allan Bassett and Karen Bull, she has transferred this recorded beauty to vibrant canvasses.  Terri wishes to also acknowledge the involvement of her many art students who have enhanced her life-long learning in the arts.

WILD EMBLEMS OF CANADA

A 13 piece series depicting the official flora and fauna of each province + territory of Canada

NICOLINE MANN

March 11 – April 2, 2023

I’m a mixed media artist, creating wildlife, animal + nature inspired pieces out of my studio on the unceded traditional territories of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, also called Nanaimo, BC Canada.

I’ve devoted my art practice to depicting the beauty + love animals bring to our lives through my commissioned pet portraits, original series + print collections.

SLICE OF LIFE: REAL PEOPLE, REAL STORIES PRESENTS: LESSONS LEARNED

Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

Tuesday Mar 28, 4:00-5:30 pm - Intro To Mac Part I

In this workshop we’ll explore the rudiments of the Finder and System Preferences to better understand and organize your files. Learn basic Mac and computer terminology, how to use the Sidebar and Desktop more effectively, Time Machine Backups, anti-virus and security options, best practices for maintenance and more. It’s recommended but not necessary that you bring your Mac laptop if possible.

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Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

Tuesday April 11, 4:00-5:30 pm - iPhones and iPads Part II

In our first class we learned about iCloud and the general settings on your IOS device. In this followup class, we’ll talk more about individual Apps and capabilities of your mobile device. Learn how to access and better operate your Mail, Messages, FaceTime, Photos, Books, Podcasts. Calendars, Reminders, and more. 

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Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

Tuesday April 25, 4:00-5:30 pm - Intro To Mac Part II

A followup to our Part I class, we’ll continue to explore the native applications of your Mac, including the Mail application and protocols, browsers and search engines, Calendars, Contacts and other valuable tools.

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TALES FOR THE TELLING PRESENTS: A LIFE WITH DANCE, FEATURING JENNIFER FERRIS

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Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

Tuesday May 9, 4:00-5:30 pm - Using the Photos App

A deeper dive into the Apple Photos application, including how to create albums and multiple libraries, how to edit photos, various media types, importing and exporting, and iCloud Photos.

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May 14 PM  –  Alcohol Ink Abstractions with Mary Unger

In this session you will create with colourful alcohol ink using various tools and techniques while making free flow abstract designs.

All supplies included in this class.

About the Instructor:  Mary Unger was raised on the east coast of Canada and moved to BC in 1970 after six years in Montreal. She studied fine arts at Mount Allison University and took classes and workshops in Montreal, Calgary and here on Vancouver Island.  “Travel to Mexico, Hawaii, Hong Kong,  South Africa, and Europe has been a feast to the eyes and soul.”

Location of class: Studio, McMillan Arts Centre

Maximum number of participants: 12

Apple Tech Workshops Spring 2023

Powered By Up Your Media, and the McMillan Arts Centre School For Digital Literacy. Our ongoing workshop series can help you gain control of your technology and allow you to better use your devices with skill and confidence.

Tuesday May 23, 4:00-5:30 pm - Using Your Apple Watch

In this course we will go through the out-of-the-box configuration of your new Apple Watch. Once paired to your iPhone we can move onto customization of the watch face and installation of apps. We'll also go over the different settings for a cellular and non-cellular Apple Watch, as well as some of the uses of the Health App. The session will include a Q&A to go over your individual questions.

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TALES FOR THE TELLING PRESENTS: TALL TALES, HALF TRUTHS AND SOME LIES

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COMPLETELY CREEDENCE

Saturday, MAY 27th, 2023 at 6:30pm

Join us Saturday, May 27th, 2023 at the beautiful new Parksville Outdoor Theatre in Parksville Community Park, Parksville, British Columbia for a tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR).

TICKETS ARE ONLY $35

• Event Start time:  630pm
• Seating and Prices inclusive of any taxes or fees:  General Admission - $35
• Event Type: Tribute Concert
• Venue:  Parksville Outdoor Theatre: 193 Beachside Dr, Parksville, British Columbia (in Parksvill