The gallery’s current activity is a hybrid of a virtual and physical exhibition called the Window Studio Project. It provides an artist the opportunity to explore ideas in a new space and create something unique for that environment. It also gives those who are on campus something different to see each day, since the entire space is viewable from the front window. The gallery will be posting video and images on its social media for those not on campus.
The featured artist this month is Mitchell Wiebe. Mitchell holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Emily Carr College of Art and Design in Vancouver and a Master of Fine Arts degree from NSCAD University in Halifax. His art practice involves painting, music, performance and installation, and sometimes a convergence where all mediums coexist. Mitchell currently has a nationally touring solo exhibition titled VampSites, curated by Pan Wendt and organized and circulated by the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown, PEI.
In his installation at the gallery, Mitchell is considering the view through abstract Adirondack sculptures. He is embracing the challenge of having his work viewable only through a window. He says, “The idea of looking into an installation through a window offers many possibilities. I am enjoying building a space for paintings and objects to mingle, and hopefully offer a glimpse where the imagination can take shape. Humour might not be readily apparent, but I'm going with the notion that the grass is always greener through the slats of wood!”
Mitchell is also exploring a number of lighting techniques with blacklight, multi-coloured lights and mirrors. He will be working in the space through next week, so for those who have permission to be on campus go check it out. If not, visit the gallery’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts for images and video.
For more information on Mitchell, visit his website at www.mitchellwiebesart.com.