Feature artist for Oct. 2015: Linus Woods
The beautiful art on the cover of the October issue of Alberta Native News is entitled Coyotchena Spirit Helper by the very talented artist Linus…
Arts, Culture
Book Review: War Paintings of Tsuu T’ina Nation
Review by John Copley (ANNews) – Arni Brownstone, the author of War Paint: Blackfoot and Sarcee Painted Buffalo Robes in the Royal Ontario Museum and…
Harry Rusk receives lifetime achievement award from Traditional Country Music Association
by Terry Lusty (ANNews) – Over the past half-century there have not been many Aboriginals who really made their mark in the country music industry….
Artists invited to submit portfolios for new YEG Aboriginal Art Park: Deadline Sept. 28
by John Copley – If you are a professional Canadian Aboriginal artist you might want to take advantage of a new and exciting challenge, but…
New mural unveiled in Edmonton Centre
by John Copley – The crowd was gathering, local musicians Dana Wylie and Kirsten Elliot were playing soft and beautiful background music and lunch was…
Bearclaw Gallery celebrates 40th Anniversary in Edmonton: Sept 26 – Oct 8
When Agnes Bugera opened the Bearclaw Gallery in Alberta’s capital back in 1975, it was one of the first art galleries of its kind. Today,…
Feature artist for Sept. 2015: Linus Woods
The gorgeous art gracing the cover of the September 2015 issue of Alberta Native News is by Linus Woods, entitled “Sunset Travellers.” It is part…
Summer Highlights: Poundmaker’s Powwow Video of the Grand Entry
One of the absolute highlights of the 2015 Powwow Trail was the Poundmaker’s Powwow which took place August 1-2, 2015. Alberta Native News journalist John…
Calvin Vollrath delights the crowd at Edmonton Folk Music Festival
Calvin Vollrath is among the best known fiddlers on the continent; his name is synonymous with the success he’s gained working his way to the…
Canadian Forces Bold Eagle Program builds character and self-esteem
They marched in three columns; tidy and well-groomed, with uniforms pressed, boots polished, eyes looking straight ahead and a sense of pride and accomplishment beaming…