The snazzy new window display of “fibre arts” in Strathearn Centre is the result of a brand new partnership between the Alberta Council for Ukrainian Arts (ACUA) and the Focus on Fibre Art Association. Beyond simply improving the mall aesthetically the partnership will regularly bring large, public art exhibits to the neighbourhood. First up is an exhibit entitled Embroidered Memories by Larisa Sembaliuk Cheladyn, starting June 2. The gallery will host the public with evening and weekend exhibition hours. Focus on Fibre Art and ACUA will also be using the space for workshops, guild meetings and of course selling art, fashion and music.
June is the fifth anniversary of the ACUA storefront gallery and boutique’s opening in Strathearn Centre and ACUA President Deb Stasiuk is thrilled with how they’ve been, “…embraced by the neighbourhood.” With over 100 artists work represented the boutique is a go to spot for discerning Strathearn gift buyers. The work of renowned fibre artists such as Elizabeth Holinaty, whose beautiful scarves are featured in the new gallery window will only increase interest for all involved.
This is the third gallery space in Strathearn Centre (Studio Theo, ACUA) and the fourth in the neighbourhood including CAVA on 91st and 95 ave.
