Wings of Wonder: Artists Reimagine the Ukrainian Folk Tale

Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts’ (ACUA) Wings of Wonder: Artists Reimagine the Ukrainian Folk Tale Art Exhibit starts Thursday April 17 and runs until May 31. The series features the photographer’s work on display in ACUA’s public viewing gallery at 10554 110 Street, Unit 100 during regular gallery hours. The exhibit is part of ACUA’s Signature Artist Series.

ACUA, in collaboration with the Kule Folklore Centre at the University of Alberta, is celebrating the folklore and folk tales of communities past. Folk tales reflect the Ukrainian spirit, including the hopes, dreams, and wisdom of its people. As we read these tales there is a wonder as to what life held for individuals in the past. The lessons within the stories have been nurturing minds, teaching values and history, and providing endless entertainment for years.

During times of foreign occupation, folklore was one of the few means of cultural expression as it allowed authors, artists, and scholars to encourage national pride. Every story unveils a path of adventure, learning and intrigue in daily life.

Artists include:

Crystal Mills, mixed media
Nikki Chabot, textiles, dolls
Sky Hoffos, wood relief
Terry Pitts, illustration
Liubov Kostetska, painting
Natalia Stativa Zharko, petrykivka painting
Solomia Palanitska, painting
Sofia Palanitska, illustration
Elise Futoransky, quilt
Iryna Karpenko, illustration, watercolour
Anna Soichenko, bead jewelry
Lilia Kostiuk, painting
Ivanka Ivanochko Haney, illustration
Tatianna O’Donnell, painting
Maria Levytska, painting
Carmella Haykowsky, painting
Pamela Shapka, painted silk
Kateryna Balout, painting
Oles Iusypchuk, illustration
Vadym Obertas, leather, painting
Char Vanderhorst, painting

Event Information

Opening Reception: Thursday, April 17^th at 6:30 – 8:30PM, with a presentation at 7PM