CURRENT NEWS and EVENTS
Kristi Bridgeman's work is regularly featured in exhibits in B.C. and Alberta, and was recently shortlisted for Governor Generals Award as well as several dozen fine arts and book awards.
The following is a selection of articles and features from the artists most recent projects.
The following is a selection of articles and features from the artists most recent projects.
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Sunday November 13th -
(one day only for Kristi) So many wonderful artists! Showcasing some new images, new giclees, and a selection of moccasin rocks. |
New images for Fall 2022
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NEW Saanich Naturescape Booklet!
Included in this Naturescape booklet by the District of Saanich is illustration work by Kristi Bridgeman. The booklet is full of ideas for supporting native species by protecting, maintaining, and enhancing wildlife habitat and native biodiversity on our own property. Even just keeping oak leaves as mulch for the butterflies helps!
FREE booklet here |
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MOCCASIN ROCKS
The artist has been painting rocks for her grandkids to hide
during beach walks and hikes, as gifts for others to find.
The mini moccasin rocks were so tiny and dear,
her Grandson agreed that they remind us of the children lost.
The topic takes on deep connection because the artists ancestors attended residential school.
Kristi now offers the little rocks for purchase at various local events.
All proceeds donated to Residential School Survivors.
Moccasin Rocks see more
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NEW Children's Book "Ethan's Big Adventure"
"Ethan joins a busy beaver on a wonderful adventure through gardens and ponds,
until. exhausted, he returns to his cozy home. A colourful little walk through the life of a hard working beaver. "
Fourth collaboration
with Rachel Wyatt,
and Kristi Bridgeman,
Designed by Greg Glover.
The fourth collaboration for Rachel and Kristi
MORE INFORMATION
Ethan's Big Adventure
Indigenous People’s Experience at Fort Edmonton Park- amiskwacîwâskahikan -which is in Treaty Six, is now open.
During such a difficult time and with so many people grieving across the land, this space is significant to give voice and visibility to FNMI people. Many artists and artisans work is displayed there, and true stories are told in the voice of the people. This space will educate and inform, with tens of thousands of visitors and school groups going through it each year.
The Metis cabin also features Lisa and Kristi's collaborative works. Their families, (the Campions, Chalifouxs, Donalds, L’Hirondelles, Norris, Gladues and Dumonts) were there on the land along with so many other Métis families at the very beginning of the formation of the province.
Image: Shepherd/Bridgeman collaborative works as ceiling projections, Metis Cabin, Fort Edmonton Park.
During such a difficult time and with so many people grieving across the land, this space is significant to give voice and visibility to FNMI people. Many artists and artisans work is displayed there, and true stories are told in the voice of the people. This space will educate and inform, with tens of thousands of visitors and school groups going through it each year.
The Metis cabin also features Lisa and Kristi's collaborative works. Their families, (the Campions, Chalifouxs, Donalds, L’Hirondelles, Norris, Gladues and Dumonts) were there on the land along with so many other Métis families at the very beginning of the formation of the province.
Image: Shepherd/Bridgeman collaborative works as ceiling projections, Metis Cabin, Fort Edmonton Park.
Royal Alberta Museum Summer
Breathe: Creating resilience through traditional art
Through hardship, we turn to art; through challenge, we turn to tradition. Discover resilience and humanity amid a 21st-century pandemic in this exhibition of hand-crafted masks by artists from around the world.
The masks of Breathe share their makers’ unique stories of fear, courage, sadness, hope, love, and healing that unite us all. Each mask was crafted through diverse mediums including beadwork, embroidery, birch bark etching, quill work, quilting, rug hooking, metalwork, and glass fusion.
My tiny (newborn sized) embroidered mask contribution is included in the exhibit.
Click image for more info.
Breathe: Creating resilience through traditional art
Through hardship, we turn to art; through challenge, we turn to tradition. Discover resilience and humanity amid a 21st-century pandemic in this exhibition of hand-crafted masks by artists from around the world.
The masks of Breathe share their makers’ unique stories of fear, courage, sadness, hope, love, and healing that unite us all. Each mask was crafted through diverse mediums including beadwork, embroidery, birch bark etching, quill work, quilting, rug hooking, metalwork, and glass fusion.
My tiny (newborn sized) embroidered mask contribution is included in the exhibit.
Click image for more info.
Greater Victoria Naturehood Map:
A Guide to many Adventures!
I am pleased to have been invited to create work for the new Greater Victoria NatureHood Map.
Watch for copies through Hotel Grand Pacific, Delta Ocean Point, Oak Bay Pharmasave, District of Saanich, Bateman Gallery of Nature, and Swan Lake Nature House.
Thank you to all of the individuals and groups that were involved in putting this together!
Click image for more information
A Guide to many Adventures!
I am pleased to have been invited to create work for the new Greater Victoria NatureHood Map.
Watch for copies through Hotel Grand Pacific, Delta Ocean Point, Oak Bay Pharmasave, District of Saanich, Bateman Gallery of Nature, and Swan Lake Nature House.
Thank you to all of the individuals and groups that were involved in putting this together!
Click image for more information
NEW! ONLINE STORE
For your convenience we now offer online ordering, categorized either by design or product type.
All works are created with earth friendly materials and printed on FSC certified paper.
We ship worldwide via Canada Post (calculated at checkout) or coordinate for local physically distanced pick up.
Please note. Due to high volumes of shipments this year, please allow extra time for your purchase to arrive.
We invite you to take a look around! Click image for more imformation
For your convenience we now offer online ordering, categorized either by design or product type.
All works are created with earth friendly materials and printed on FSC certified paper.
We ship worldwide via Canada Post (calculated at checkout) or coordinate for local physically distanced pick up.
Please note. Due to high volumes of shipments this year, please allow extra time for your purchase to arrive.
We invite you to take a look around! Click image for more imformation
Detail, Meadow Camas, Garry Oak Ecosystem, Saanich Field Guide,
New 2021 Saanich, BC, Saanich Parks Field Guide
Saanich Parks released a beautiful new field guide to inspire a passion for nature discoveries in parks close to home. This illustrated field guide highlights some of the plants and animals found in Saanich parks and the different types of ecosystems where they live. It is a visual learning tool aimed at youth, but the intent is to encourage learning and enjoyment for all park visitors.
“We hope our new guide will enhance the experience of our park visitors and encourage them to be curious about their natural surroundings,” said Manager Community Development and Business Systems Nathalie Dechaine. “The guide is part of our Natural Intelligence initiative that aims to improve citizens’ knowledge about our natural world and how we connect with it. In deepening that connection with nature, we tend to be happier, healthier and motivated to protect it. ”
The field guide was developed to have the look and feel of an artist’s nature notes highlighting some of the plants and animals that live in our local ecosystems. Illustrated to capture the spirit and beauty of the unique nature that exists around us. Saanich Parks will develop resources for families and educators to use with the field guide so they can broaden their learning while experiencing these lovely places. Saanich parks provide vital habitat for plants and animals. Please help us protect these special places by treading carefully, taking only memories and leaving nothing but footprints.
“We hope our new guide will enhance the experience of our park visitors and encourage them to be curious about their natural surroundings,” said Manager Community Development and Business Systems Nathalie Dechaine. “The guide is part of our Natural Intelligence initiative that aims to improve citizens’ knowledge about our natural world and how we connect with it. In deepening that connection with nature, we tend to be happier, healthier and motivated to protect it. ”
The field guide was developed to have the look and feel of an artist’s nature notes highlighting some of the plants and animals that live in our local ecosystems. Illustrated to capture the spirit and beauty of the unique nature that exists around us. Saanich Parks will develop resources for families and educators to use with the field guide so they can broaden their learning while experiencing these lovely places. Saanich parks provide vital habitat for plants and animals. Please help us protect these special places by treading carefully, taking only memories and leaving nothing but footprints.
Illustrated field guide highlights some of the plants and animals found in Saanich parks and the different types of ecosystems where they live.
The 'BREATHE' Travelling Exhibit
2020 Exhibit, Whyte Museum, Banff. CBC: Indigenous artists Facebook: BREATHE Group Globe and Mail: COVID 19 Masks Article: APTN Article: LOCAL NEWS |
The artists tiny mask creation will be travelling with a large body of work throughout North America. For more on Kristi's breathe mask |
RECENT and PAST EVENTS
