G’ddy Up!
Newzones Gallery of Contemporary Art
Saturday, July 6 – Saturday, August 24, 2019
Media Release:
Newzones is pleased to announce the return of “G’ddy Up!”, an annual rotating group exhibition that coincides with the Calgary Stampede.
“G’ddy Up!” will survey how Newzones’ artists explore contemporary cowboy culture, and how they implement aspects of this culture in formal practices through painting, photography, mixed media and sculpture.
While “G’ddy Up!” is sure to please those looking for some good ol’ western iconography, it will also demonstrate that the ‘Wild West’ has changed – and has much more to offer these days than just the iconic cowboy.
“G’ddy Up!” will exhibit artworks by artists who diffuse the image of the ‘Wild West’ in a ‘West’ that is elegant, cosmopolitan and vibrant; a ‘West’ where contemporary artists live and work, while creating world class art.
The Calgary Stampede brings the city to life with pulsating cowboy culture, both new and old, and Newzones is no exception!
Artists included: Dianne Bos, Sophie DeFrancesca, Casey McGlynn, Susannah Montague, Don Pollack, David Robinson, Kevin Sonmor and Samantha Walrod
Exhibition runs from Saturday, July 6 – Saturday, August 24, 2019
