Art Gallery of St. Albert
Artists from the Nina Haggerty Collective bring Retinal Circus to the gallery space. Until Sat., March 31.The gallery has relocated to its temporary new space during extensive renovations. 100, 6D Perron St. 780-460-4310; www.artgalleryofstalbert.ca
Visual Arts Studio Association
Emerging from Ignorance is the new exhibit by painter Alena Valova. Until Sat., Feb. 24.Carol Rose also has work on in the Corridor Gallery. Until Wed., March 14.
Art Hearts is an exhibit of jewelry designs by Carol Watamaniuk. In Studio 4 at VASA until Sun., Feb. 25.
25 Sir Winston Churchill Ave., St. Albert; 780-460-5990. www.vasa-art.com
Musée Héritage Museum
A Taste of Science looks at the science and technology behind food and food preservation. Until Sun., March 25.St. Albert Place (5 St. Anne St.); 780-459-1528. www.museeheritage.ca
Youth Gallery at the Arden Theatre
The youth gallery features the work of Bellerose Composite High School art students. Until Feb. 28.St. Albert Place (5 St. Anne St.). 780-651-5735; www.artgalleryofstalbert.ca/learning-discovery/teachers-schools/programs/youth-gallery
St. Albert Seniors’ Association
The St. Albert Photography Club has a rotating selection of artistic photographs on display in the foyer area of Red Willow Place.7 Taché St.; www.stalbertphotoclub.com
YEG Canvas
The new rotation of artworks is now on display for the Edmonton Arts Council's third annual public art project. Look for new works on various billboard and LRT poster locations throughout the capital city. A new set of the limited edition #YEGCanvas trading cards will also be available at EAC events.Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts
dc3 Art Projects
Isachsen is an exhibit by St. Albert filmmaker, cinematographer, photographer, and multimedia artist aAron Munson, with other sculpture and sound components contributed by David Hoffos, Dara Humniski, and Gary James Joynes. Until Sat., Feb. 17.
10567 111 St. in Edmonton. 587-520-5992; www.dc3artprojects.com
InFocus Photo
The annual InFocus Photo exhibit and award showcases innovative, thoughtful and provocative photography created by Canadian contemporary image-makers. This year's show includes works by more than 30 Alberta photographers including Hedy Bach, Dawn LeBlanc, Candace Makowichuk, Akemi Matsubuchi and Drew May. Opening reception tomorrow evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Event includes a talk by curator Alexis Marie Chute and the announcement of the award winners. Artists will be in attendance. Until Fri., March 2.The Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel is located at 4236 36 Street East at the Edmonton International Airport. Visit www.infocusphoto.ca for more.
Herringer Kiss Gallery
Transformation is an exhibition of ACAD Photography students including St. Albert native Meghan Ivany. Until Sat., March 3.
709A 11 Ave SW in Calgary. 403-228-4889; www.herringerkissgallery.com
Upcoming events and news
The Art Gallery of St. Albert will present Light Up the Night, its 28th annual fundraiser, on Sat., Feb. 24. Tickets are $50. Participate in glow-in-the-dark painting, printmaking, and clay sculpture. There will be live entertainment and a silent auction. The event runs at St. Albert Place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Call the gallery at 780-460-4310 or visit www.artgalleryofstalbert.ca for more information.The next Art Battle happens on Fri., March 2 at Casino Yellowhead, 12464 153 St. in Edmonton. Tickets are $15 to $25 and can be purchased at artbattle.ticketfly.com.
MINBID is hosting a sex-inspired art auction and show from 9 p.m. to midnight on Fri., March 9. Entertainment provided by Monkey Twerk. Tickets are $25. The event will run in Vacancy Hall on the lower level of the Mercer Warehouse, 10359 104 St. Visit www.minbid.ca for more.
The 8th annual Mayor's Celebration of the Arts will take place at the Enjoy Centre starting at 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., March 15. Tickets are $25 (plus fees) at www.ticketmaster.ca or at the Arden Theatre. Visit www.stalbert.ca/mayors-arts-celebration for info on the awards.
The 21st annual Night of Artists will take place from March 16 to 18 at the Enjoy Centre. The massive art expo features dozens of artists with an opening night gala and a two-day art walk, plus evening entertainment and more. Visit www.nightofartists.com for more information.
