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Nathalie Bertin, Visual Artist |
Current News & EventsMay 9, 2012: Had the pleasure of meeting the Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario, his Honour David Onley, at the Lieutenant-Governor Simcoe's Levee, thanks to my participation in the Heritage Helmet Arts project. The event was held at the Aurora Cultural Centre, in celebration of the Queen's York Rangers. Also had a chat with his lovely wife, her Honour Ruth Onley.
Read a review of the event by Patrick Connors (www.newz4u.net). April, 2012: Heritage Helmet Art Project completed! Read the artist statement here. April, 2012: The artwork "Torment of the Heart's Desires" was selected by curator Gareth Bate for the Common Thread International - Artwork and Interior Gallery Installations Exhibition, at the Abbozzo Gallery in Oakville, Ontario. April, 2012: A great write up for the "Art Knows No Boundaries Auction" on the Lakota Kids blog. March, 2012: Completely flattered! Interviewed by Laurentian University student, Jillian Zinn, for a paper for her "Indigenous Arts of the Americas" class. March, 2012: Opportunities for learning abound! Specially selected for the Heritage Helmet Art project in honour of the Queen's York Rangers at the Lieutenant Governor Simcoe's Levee. The work will include references to the role of First Nations during the War of 1812. Read more about it on my blog. February, 2012: Interviewed at University of Guelph's campus radio station, CFRU, for the "Hands and Tails" show.
The discussion was centered on the bear and topics included imagery in art, Aboriginal cultural, and sustenance hunting. The show aired on 2 March 2012, 10-11AM. If you missed it, you can listen to it here: http://cfru.ca/recordings December 5, 2011: Teresa Greene, President of the Beothuk Institute in Newfoundland has confirmed that the Institute will accept the painting "Beothuk: A Face From Extinction" once they have located a safe place where the public can view the work. Ms. Greene has also confirmed that the research done for the painting is correct and that it is an accurate depiction of a Beothuk male. Read the entire story on my blog. June 26, 2011: "A brilliant show in Huntsville. Congratulations. Great colour and vision!" - Lloyd Walton, Artist, comments about "On Being Métis" during its run at The Art Space in Huntsville, ON (June 3 - July 3, 2011). See more reviews on my blog. |
Upcoming ExhibitionsHeritage Helmet Art Project
April 30-May 26, 2012 May 27, 2012 - Official opening of The helmet is one of the most recognizable parts of a soldier’s uniform. Descended from the helms of feudal knights and earlier soldiers, today they come in various shapes and sizes. |
Studio InformationNathalie Bertin Visits to the studio are strictly Representing Galleries
AUBURN GALLERY OF FINE ART GEORGINA ARTS CENTRE & GALLERY WAH-SA GALLERY Limited Run Giclée
Size: 10" x 12", canvas wrapped on gallery frame with 1.5" finished sides. Price: $150 plus applicable taxes and shipping. |
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