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The MacKenzie Art Gallery is a public art museum with a broad mandate to exhibit and collect historical and contemporary works of art. Our main focus is Canadian art, with a special focus on the art of western Canada and Saskatchewan. This Young Canada Works summer employment position will assist the Curators of the Gallery with on-going research in preparation for a upcoming exhibitions such as Indian Group of Seven and Jack Sures. The student will also have the opportunity to assist with the development of an exhibition based on recent acquisitions to the permanent collection. Furthermore, the participating student will gain important knowledge related to Canadian cultural heritage and the skills necessary to conduct research oriented toward the production of major art exhibitions and catalogues.
Responsibilities:
- Research and write biographies and bibliographies of the artists in the Indian Group of Seven and Jack Sures exhibitions
- Research photography for essay illustrations
- Conduct research for grant applications
Students must comply with Young Canada Works requirements. For more information please visit: www.mackenzieartgallery.ca