We invite you to experience ‘Landing,” a video poem by Edmonton’s Poet Laureate, Dwennimmen (Shima Robinson). This poem comes from her 2022 release “The Bellow Project,” a collaborative collection of spoken word poetry and improvisational music featuring Dwennimmen on words and “damn magpies” on other forms of sound.
Click the link in our bio to watch the full video on YouTube and to learn more about Shima’s work, visit her website denseverse.com.
Shima Aisha Robinson is an amiskwaciy-wâskahikan (Edmonton) born student, community builder, poet and spoken word artist who embodies, with every literary and scholarly effort, the ancient meaning of her chosen pen name. Dwennimmen is the name of an ancient African Adinkra symbol, which means strength, humility, learning and wisdom. It is no surprise, then, that this veteran of the Alberta poetry community uses a searing intellect and dynamic precision-of-language to create poetry which ushers her readers and listeners toward greater understanding and poignant reflection. For Shima Aisha Robinson aka Dwennimmen, poetry has long been a compass, a salve, an anchor and guiding light. She uses the potential and force of poetry to uncover the full range of her cerebral, linguistic and spiritual fortitude. This is why her every poem and performance testifies to an emerging power and wisdom, an authentic, deeply human potency which she hopes to pass on to listeners and poetry-lovers around the world. She is the author of two books including HORN, 2016, Denseverse (self published), and Bellow, 2022, Glass House Press.
Video by Mohamed A Ali (@oldcitydreams).
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In this quiet park, you’ll find sculptures inspired by still life paintings, poetry and lady liberty, among others, surrounding the picnic tables, green space and playground nearby.
An outdoor showcase of fine art, Belgravia Art Park is nestled in the neighbourhood of Belgravia and is home to six sculptures from local artists. Explore, play and reflect in the art park as you interact with the public art.
Visit edmontonarts.ca/public-art for more information on these and other pieces in Edmonton’s Public Art Collection.
Our Green Shack Show programming is over now that school is back in session, but we sure did enjoy spending our summer in communities across the city with such diverse talent! With circus shows, brass bands, storytelling, dance and singing, there was plenty to see and do in parks and playgrounds every day.
Enjoy this recap of some of the programming we were able to bring out to communities around the city. We'll see you next summer!
For more information about upcoming community programming, visit edmontonarts.ca
@michellecamposcastillo has always wanted to be an artist, even in a time where examples of working artists were rare. Hear more about the pressure on her to pursue stability and how she has transitioned into visual arts.
There are only two more days left to submit nominations for the Edmonton Artists’ Trust Fund award. Deadline ends on Thursday, August 1st at 11:59AM (noon)!
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The EATF award provides support to local artists to devote time to their artistic career and encourages them to stay in our community. Darrin Hagen, a prominent playwright in Edmonton, received the award in 1998 and 2018. The recognition made him feel like the city was a place where he could thrive as an artist.
For this deadline, 20 awards of $15,000 will be given to artists to continue their exceptional work. Visit the link in our bio for more information on the Edmonton Artists’ Trust Fund.
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A 2020 EATF award recipient, @joshylanguedoc is a fixture of the Edmonton theatre scene. Hear what Josh has to say about using your voice and believing in your vision as an artist.
The deadline for nominations for the 2024 Edmonton Artists’ Trust Fund is Thursday, August 1st at 11:59AM! Find out more information on the application process at the link in our bio.
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The Edmonton Artists’ Trust Fund deadline for nominations is fast approaching. As a reminder of how beneficial this award can be for local artists, we’re taking a look back at interviews with four past EATF recipients that @oldsawstudio conducted for the EATF’s 25th anniversary celebration last year.
Our first interview is with @ainsleyhillyard, a 2015 award recipient and movement based artist here in the city. Listen as she describes the value of the EATF award for artists in Edmonton.
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Over the past few weeks, local musicians have taken over Churchill Square on Tuesdays and Thursdays to brighten your work day. We’ve heard from a variety of genres and still have more to come! On Thursday, June 13th we are looking forward to a performance from violinist and composer, @clare.pellerin. Join us out on the Square from 12-1PM on your lunch break for the rest of June!
Outdoor events are weather dependent. For a full list of upcoming performers, please visit edmontonarts.ca.
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Splash Day is 11-2 today at City Hall! Enjoy performances (pictured is @fireflytheatre and @djfunkasaurusrex) a bouncy castle, games, and more!
Applications to our Equity & Access grant program are due June 17 at 11:59 AM. The EAC uses a system called SmartSimple for our grant programs and calls to artists. This tutorial takes you through the process of registering in SmartSimple and setting up a profile before you start your application. Once you set up your profile, you can use it to apply to all current and future opportunities.
Remember, there are supports available to applicants who have questions about their application, face barriers or are looking for a review of their application:
- In-Person Drop-In Q&A Sessions for the Equity & Access in the Arts grant are for those who have started their application and are looking to ask further questions about the process or clarification on their application from our Program Advisors. Sessions will be held on the following dates:
Wednesday, May 29th | 1 - 3:30PM
Friday, June 5th | 5 - 7:30PM
Wednesday, June 12th | 5 - 7:30PM
- Access Support provides monetary support to those facing barriers when completing their application to hire specialized assistance in conveying their ideas.
- Draft Application Assistance allows applicants the opportunity for their draft application to be reviewed by one of our Program Advisors, no later than 10 business days before the deadline.
Still have questions? Email [email protected] to ask for assistance about any of our support for applicants.
Need some more time with this tutorial? Find the video on our YouTube page.
Did you know you can find employment opportunities, scholarships, residencies, calls to artists and more in our “Community Classifieds” section on our website?
The Edmonton Arts Council is here to support and inspire artists across our city and region. Whether you’re searching for a job in the arts community or are seeking support, you’ve come to the right place!
For students and young adults, there are a number of Canada Summer Job opportunities being offered this summer from Edmonton arts organizations. Application deadlines end soon!
Find the link in our bio to our Classifieds section for the full list. If you have an opportunity you would like to submit to our website, please contact us at [email protected] with more information.
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The three shortlisted authors of the Robert Kroetsch - City of Edmonton Book Prize, in partnership with @audreysbooks and @writersguildab, are skilled wordsmiths. Their books can provide an escape, help us to learn something new and offer understanding amidst uncertainty. Spanning genres and subject matter, the selected books include an eagerly awaited sequel, essays on grief, loss and connection and a continuation of a comic series.
Robert Kroetsch - City of Edmonton Book Prize Shortlist:
Anna Marie Sewell - Urbane
Jennifer Bowering Delisle - Micrographia
Richard Van Camp - The Spirit of Denendeh: As I Enfold You in Petals
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The Edmonton Arts Council is a not-for-profit society and charitable organization that supports and promotes the arts community in Edmonton.
