Urban Shaman Contemporary Aboriginal Art Gallery

The "hand-me-downs" exhibition is coming to an end. The last day to view the show is Saturday, July 20th.

Saturday Gallery hours | 12pm - 5pm

Melissa John's first solo show has inspired many, exploring intergenerational memories and cultural heritage, reawakening forgotten narratives, and addressing the impacts of the residential school system.

A BIG thank you to Melissa for putting on such a great show; we wish you all the best in your future endeavours! 👏🎊

Urban Shaman is closed today. Regular hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 12 PM to 5 PM. See you tomorrow!

If you haven't already, be sure to check out Melissa Johns Artist talk! Learn more about Melissa and the deeper meaning behind each piece.

Watch now | bit.ly/MelissaJohnsArtistTalk

Friday gallery hours: 12pm - 7pm

Urban Shaman is closed today. Regular hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 12 PM to 5 PM. See you soon!

Come down to Urban Shaman for our current exhibition, "hand-me-downs" by Melissa Johns, on display until July 20th!

🕒 Saturday Gallery hours: 12 PM to 5 PM.

The show blends storytelling, material culture, and new media to revive forgotten narratives and reinterpret legacies. Through VR, video, and more, Melissa Johns transforms nostalgia into action, preserving memories and shaping identities. Don't miss it!

Jason Lujan | Expanded Dreaming
August 2 - September 14, 2024

Opening reception: Friday, August 2, from 5pm – 9pm
Artist Talk and Livestream: Saturday, August 3rd from 1pm - 2pm

We're looking forward to the "Expanded Dreaming" by Jason Lujan exhibition! "Expanded Dreaming" is based on the intersection of Indigenous perspectives and experiences through art. It emphasizes themes of travel, pilgrimage, and the open-air market as significant aesthetic elements. The artwork reflects on how capitalism functions as a whole, gathering goods and people worldwide. Similar to how earlier Indigenous artists adapted modern materials to reinterpret traditional concepts, the art in this exhibition focuses on transitional spaces where the unfamiliar transforms into the familiar, and restoration becomes a creative act.

Join us for the screening of Yintah, beginning July 3 to July 31 at the Dave Barber Cinematheque.

Visit link to purchase tickets

"Yintah" (2024) documents the decade-long resistance of Howilhkat Freda Huson, Sleydo’ Molly Wickham, and the Wet’suwet’en nation as they defend their unceded ancestral lands from fossil fuel companies. Despite a 1997 court ruling affirming their ownership, the Wet’suwet’en face ongoing clashes with Canadian authorities. The film underscores their fight for Indigenous sovereignty and human rights against colonial oppression.

We will be closed for National Indigenous Peoples Day! Come visit us this Saturday from 12-5pm

Moving between earth and stars, past and present, this hybrid feature documentary follows the extraordinary life of Wilfred Buck, a charismatic and irreverent Indigenous Elder who overcame a harrowing history of displacement, racism, and addiction by reclaiming ancestral star knowledge and ceremony.

Wilfred Buck opens June 21.

In celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, join us on June 21 for a FREE SCREENING featuring an introduction and Q&A with Wilfred Buck, moderated by Urban Shaman's new Artistic Director Justin Bear L'Arrivée.

Presented in partnership with

Jason Lujan | Expanded Dreaming
August 2 - September 14, 2024

Opening reception: Friday, August 2, from 5pm – 9pm
Artist Talk and Livestream: Saturday, August 3rd from 1pm - 2pm

Join us for the "Expanded Dreaming" by Jason Lujan! "Expanded Dreaming" explores the intersection of Indigenous perspectives and global experiences through art. It emphasizes themes of travel, pilgrimage, and the open-air market as significant aesthetic elements. The artwork reflects on how capitalism functions as a whole, gathering goods and people worldwide. Similar to how earlier Indigenous artists adapted modern materials to reinterpret traditional concepts, the art in this exhibition focuses on transitional spaces where the unfamiliar transforms into the familiar, and restoration becomes a creative act.

Book a self-guided tour for your school or organization at Urban Shaman! Contact us to schedule your visit to Melissa Johns' "Hand-Me-Downs" exhibition today.

🎨🌟 Last week's opening reception for Melissa Johns' "hand-me-downs" exhibition was one for the books! 🙌

The turnout was fantastic, and the conversations were simply awesome. We're immensely proud of Melissa for her incredible work in exploring cultural identity through new media. Make sure to swing by the main gallery and experience it for yourself! Running from June 7th to July 20th. Don't miss out!

If you missed it, you can now watch Melissa Johns Artist Talk on our YouTube channel! In this video, Melissa dives deep into her work, artistic process, and the inspirations behind 'hand-me-downs'.

Watch the livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/MnfVWWSy6GU

Melissa John's Artist Talk is happening in just 15 minutes at 1pm CT! If you can't make it in person, don't worry—tune into the livestream via the link below!

LIVESTREAM | https://www.youtube.com/live/MnfVWWSy6GU

We're thrilled to congratulate Melissa Johns on her first solo exhibition 'hand-me-downs' happening today at 5pm for First Friday!!

Opening reception: Friday June 7th from 5-9pm

Artist Talk & livestream: Sat June 8th from 1-2pm

TODAY! Melissa Johns | hand-me-downs ✨

Opening reception: Friday, June 7th from 5-9 pm
Artist Talk & Livestream: Sat, June 8th from 1-2 pm

Join us for the Melissa Johns "hand-me-downs" exhibition! "hand-me-downs" blends storytelling, material culture, and new media to revive forgotten narratives and reinterpret legacies. Using VR, video, and more, it transforms nostalgia into action, preserving memories and shaping identities post-displacement. Rooted in responding to the legacy of residential schools, it bridges cultures and celebrates multicultural experiences, urging us to define our collective identity.

Presented in partnership with the National Indigenous Media Arts Coalition

A big thank you to the install team for all your hard work!

Melissa Johns | hand-me-downs
June 7 – July 20, 2024

Opening reception: Friday, June 7th from 5-9 pm
Artist Talk and Livestream: Saturday, June 8th from 1-2 pm
Livestream Link
Workshop: Thursday, June 6th from 3:30-7:30pm

Install going smoothly 💯 We’re excited to welcome Melissa Johns in town today to begin install of ‘hand-me-downs’!

Melissa Johns | hand-me-downs
June 7 – July 20, 2024

Opening reception: Friday, June 7th from 5-9 pm
Artist Talk and Livestream: Saturday, June 8th from 1-2 pm
Livestream Link
Workshop: Thursday, June 6th from 3:30-7:30pm

Don't miss out! Join us for Melissa Johns livestream artist talk Saturday, June 8th, from 1pm to 2pm Central Time. 🌟

Link | bit.ly/MelissaJohnLivestream

Tune in to hear Melissa discuss her captivating work and delve into the stories behind her "hand-me-downs" exhibition. It's an opportunity to gain deeper insights into the intersection of storytelling, material culture, and new media. Save the date and join the conversation!

Nahò:ten Ronohétston | Melissa Johns

Opening reception: Friday, June 7th from 5-9 pm
Artist Talk & Livestream: Sat, June 8th from 1-2 pm
Workshop: Thursday, June 6th from 3:30-7:30pm

Join us for the Melissa Johns "hand-me-downs" exhibition! "hand-me-downs" blends storytelling, material culture, and new media to revive forgotten narratives and reinterpret legacies. Using VR, video, and more, it transforms nostalgia into action, preserving memories and shaping identities.

2024 Music & Art Exposition 🙌

Running Dates: May 24th to May 25th | 7 pm to 11 pm
Ticket: $15 (Purchased at door)

Join us for two exciting nights, where music, entertainment, and art collide. This event features graffiti and hip-hop by ZEDONE, alongside special guests like Mary Black, Stun, Smoke Loud, and more!

Tickets: $15/day | Purchased at door or contact Cote at [email protected]

✨Meet Melissa Johns✨

Opening reception: Friday, June 7th from 5-9 pm
Artist Talk & Livestream: Saturday, June 8th from 1-2 pm(CT)
Workshop: Thursday, June 6th from 3:30-7:30pm (Art City)

Melissa Johns is a new media artist and educator from a mixed Kanien’keha:ka (Mohawk, Turtle Clan) and French Canadian background, born and based in Tkaronto. Melissa's visual practice manifests at the convergence of contemporary media, using interdisciplinary methods to collect, preserve, and transform fragments of the stories around her. Her practice is process-heavy, meticulously translating sentimental objects and family histories into new digital forms. Specializing in virtual reality installations, digital painting, and video art, Melissa’s work centers on investigating the narrative potential of these emergent channels.

Virtual Reality Mural Workshop!!

Date: Thursday, June 6th
Time: 3:30-7:30 PM
Location: Art City Inc.
Address: 616 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB

Introducing VR Painting workshop with Melissa Johns presented in collaboration with Urban Shaman and Art City! Join us Thursday, June 6thfrom 3:30 to 7:30 PM at Art City (616 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB). Using Tiltbrush and Oculus Rift controllers, participants will collaboratively build a mural in mesmerizing 3D space. All ages, drop-in, first-come first-serve, snacks provided!

Melissa Johns | hand-me-downs

Opening reception: Friday, June 7th from 5-9 pm
Artist Talk & Livestream: Sat, June 8th from 1-2 pm
Workshop: Thursday, June 6th from 3:30-7:30pm

Join us for the Melissa Johns "hand-me-downs" exhibition! "hand-me-downs" blends storytelling, material culture, and new media to revive forgotten narratives and reinterpret legacies. Using VR, video, and more, it transforms nostalgia into action, preserving memories and shaping identities post-displacement. Rooted in responding to the legacy of residential schools, it bridges cultures and celebrates multicultural experiences, urging us to define our collective identity.

We regret to inform you that the Matthew Vukson | Man Travels Far exhibition has been cancelled.

Please stay tuned for updates on future exhibitions and events. We value your continued support and look forward to welcoming you to our next showcase.

Urban Art Biz - The Art of Beading
March 28, 2024, 12 pm -1:30 pm CST

REGISTER | https://creativemanitoba.ca/events/urban-art-biz-the-art-of-beading/

Join us as we talk about the importance of Beadwork, the stories it tells, the generational knowledge it carries, how techniques and teachings are transmitted through stitches, and how beaded work is being elevated, valued, and appreciated as works of fine art in our contemporary circles. With special guests, David Heinrichs – Traditional Beadwork, Shauna Fontaine – Anishinaabe Girl, Jessie Pruden – Bead N' Butter, Andrea Reichert – Curator of Gathering: Indigenous Beadwork and Quillwork ✨

Biting Back: Closing Ceremony 🪶

Gather with us as we celebrate the last day of the show, honouring the artist’s work, dedication to her community, and the knowledge she’s shared from her ancestors. This is a great opportunity to meet the artist before the show moves on!

The Art of Beading 🎨✨

Let’s talk about the importance of Beadwork, the stories it tells, the generational knowledge it carries, how techniques and teachings are transmitted through stitches, and how beaded work is being elevated, valued, and appreciated as works of fine art in our contemporary circles.

Register | https://creativemanitoba.ca/events/urban-art-biz-the-art-of-beading/

Join us in conversation with guests:

David Heinrichs – Traditional Beadwork
Shauna Fontaine – Anishinaabe Girl
Jessie Pruden – Bead N’ Butter
Andrea Reichert – Curator of Gathering: Indigenous Beadwork and Quillwork

Place your orders before March 3rd!

Support Sharon Hall and her remarkable art, now available on hoodies and T-shirts! Join us as Standing Strong Bear designs hosts this special showcase. 🎉

Sharon Hall is an Anishinaabe artist and has been an art instructor and art facilitator for the past 30 years. Sharon is from Pinaymootang First Nation. She was raised by grandparents, and born in Ashern, Manitoba. Sharon is a traditional designer, craftsperson, and painter. Sharon is a graduate from the University of Manitoba in Fine Arts with honors, 1992.

Standing Strong Bear designs Online ordering for Standing Strong Bear designs ends on Sun, Mar 3, 2024 (11:59 PM CST)