The Bearclaw Gallery in Edmonton, Alberta carries a diverse selection of Canadian First Nations, Metis and Inuit art including paintings, stone sculptures, wood carvings, clay works, jewelry, craft and gifts.

The gallery features works by internationally acclaimed First Nations artists Daphne Odjig, Norval Morrisseau, Alex Janvier, Jane Ash Poitras, Maxine Noel, (all of whom are recipients of the Order of Canada), Roy Thomas,  Jim Logan, Aaron Paquette, Jason Carter, Linus Woods and many others.

Exhibitions

The Gallery is pleased to announce our Fall Exhibition schedule:

September 21 – October 2, 2024
Masters of Indigenous Art – an exhibition of significant and collectible art by Daphne Odjig, Carl Beam, Alex Janvier, Abraham Anghik Ruben, Jane Ash Poitras, Roy Thomas, Norval Morrisseau, Joseph Sanchez, Eddy Cobiness, Benjamin Chee Chee, Saul Williams and Johnny Inukpuk.

October 5 – 16 “Whispers of the Wild“ new works by Laird Goulet & introducing Holly Cheverie

October 19 – 30 “Resilience“ new paintings by Jim Logan

November 16 – 27  “Our Creative Voices” new works by Maxine Noel (Ioyan Mani) & Nancy Desjarlais

November 30 – The Annual Christmas Exhibition featuring various Gallery Artists to be announced.

 

 

News

“OUR CREATIVE VOICES”

New works by

Maxine Noel (Ioyan Mani)

&

Nancy Desjarlais

Opening Reception Saturday, November 16
Meet the artists from 2:00 – 4:00 PM


Nancy Desjarlais:  It’s always been the time for nurturing our connection between body, spirit and cosmos. Now, more than ever, the strong feminine aspect with its caring nature is coming forward.
Imagining realities is my journey in which I draw from my cultural values and traditions in order to understand my creative path.  Working on the theme of women, it seems natural to see the connection to the earth as a power source with an inner power that is contemplative, participatory, fierce and graceful.  We are all part of the earth’s landscape and must appreciate and celebrate its wonders any way we can.  Whether through ceremony, art, gathering knowledge, contributing to society or through motherhood, what is paramount is love and creativity. Nurturing the earth is nurturing ourselves.

Maxine Noel:  Currently, there is much to think about in the world.  Throughout time women’s voices have struggled to be heard.  In my lifetime, I have seen much progress in the lives of women, women are now speaking out.  My paintings show women as independent, strong and compassionate.  Ancient prophecy tells us that after much conflict in the world there will come “the time of women” and we will live in relative peace.

Exhibition continues to November 27, 2024