Schedule
Friday, August 15
5:00pm - Meet & Greet Reception
209 St. George St., Annapolis Royal - King’s Theatre
Cash Bar, Light Refreshments
209 St. George St., Annapolis Royal - King’s Theatre
Cash Bar, Light Refreshments
6:00pm-8:00pm - Short Film / Panel Discussion / Keynote
Free to Participate - No Registration Required
Pt.1 - The Art of Art Community Building
209 St. George St., Annapolis Royal - King’s Theatre
Many hands make… much work! Founding figures of the Annapolis Region Community Arts Council and Paint the Town gather to share memories of the gargantuan challenges and great fun along the way, as they blazed trails, built bridges and broke through to new plateaus.
Free to Participate - No Registration Required
Pt. 2 - Keynote Speaker: Ursula Johnson
209 St. George St., Annapolis Royal - King’s Theatre
Ursula Johnson is an Interdisciplinary Mi’kmaw Artist from Eskasoni First Nation on Cape Breton Island. Johnson describes her work as “changing mediums based on who I am talking to and what conversation I am trying to have”. Her practice is based in performance and installation. Ursula and her spouse, Angella Parsons, have a collaborative duo under the name of KINUK. Johnson and Parsons have created works that explore notions of public versus private within the scope of the interpersonal nature of their relationship and cultural difference/ sameness.
Johnson has been shortlisted for the Salt Spring National Art Prize (2015) the Nova Scotia Masterworks Award (2016), recipient of the Hnatyshyn Foundation Reveal Indigenous Art Award (2016) and winner of the 2017 Sobey Art Award. Johnson’s Moose Fence won the 2019 NS Masterworks Award.
Free to Participate - No Registration Required
Pt.1 - The Art of Art Community Building
209 St. George St., Annapolis Royal - King’s Theatre
Many hands make… much work! Founding figures of the Annapolis Region Community Arts Council and Paint the Town gather to share memories of the gargantuan challenges and great fun along the way, as they blazed trails, built bridges and broke through to new plateaus.
- Moderator:
Ted Lind (Granville Ferry)
- Artist, ARCAC Vice Chair - Panelists:
Wayne Boucher RCA (Annapolis Royal)
- Artist / ARCAC Board Chair for first two decades
Susan Tileston (Annapolis Royal)
- Photographer, Writer / ARCAC Executive Director for first two decades
Heather McCormick (Upper Granville)
- Education Administrator, retired / Affordable Housing Board / ARCAC Board, 2010-2015
Free to Participate - No Registration Required
Pt. 2 - Keynote Speaker: Ursula Johnson
209 St. George St., Annapolis Royal - King’s Theatre
Ursula Johnson is an Interdisciplinary Mi’kmaw Artist from Eskasoni First Nation on Cape Breton Island. Johnson describes her work as “changing mediums based on who I am talking to and what conversation I am trying to have”. Her practice is based in performance and installation. Ursula and her spouse, Angella Parsons, have a collaborative duo under the name of KINUK. Johnson and Parsons have created works that explore notions of public versus private within the scope of the interpersonal nature of their relationship and cultural difference/ sameness.
Johnson has been shortlisted for the Salt Spring National Art Prize (2015) the Nova Scotia Masterworks Award (2016), recipient of the Hnatyshyn Foundation Reveal Indigenous Art Award (2016) and winner of the 2017 Sobey Art Award. Johnson’s Moose Fence won the 2019 NS Masterworks Award.
Saturday, August 16
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - The Legion
10am-6pm - Paint the Town Art Market
Over 30 Paint the Town alumni have signed up to present studio works, plus ARCAC is offering up dozens of donated Paint the Town artworks, some dating back to the 1990s. Everything is available at buy-it-now, carry-away prices. Come early for the best selection.
Over 30 Paint the Town alumni have signed up to present studio works, plus ARCAC is offering up dozens of donated Paint the Town artworks, some dating back to the 1990s. Everything is available at buy-it-now, carry-away prices. Come early for the best selection.
Registration Required
9:00am - Breakfast
Selection of coffee, pastries and refreshments.
9:45am - Opening Message
9:00am - Breakfast
Selection of coffee, pastries and refreshments.
9:45am - Opening Message
- Ted Lind (Granville Ferry)
- Artist, ARCAC Board Member
- Amery Boyer (Annapolis Royal)
- Mayor, Town of Annapolis Royal
Registration Required
10:30am-12:00pm - Panel Discussion
Small Town, Big Ideas: Surviving and Thriving as a Rural Artist
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Heading to the country for inspiration is one thing. Making your life here, year in year out, is quite another. Four artists bare their rural roots in an honest discussion of the rewards and challenges of grounding their practice in smaller communities.
10:30am-12:00pm - Panel Discussion
Small Town, Big Ideas: Surviving and Thriving as a Rural Artist
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Heading to the country for inspiration is one thing. Making your life here, year in year out, is quite another. Four artists bare their rural roots in an honest discussion of the rewards and challenges of grounding their practice in smaller communities.
- Moderator:
Therese Cruz (Shelburne)
- Executive Director, Visual Arts NS / Councillor, Town of Shelburne
- Panelists:
Rebecca Fisk (Mahone Bay)
- Artist, High School Art Teacher
Debra Kuzyk (Annapolis Royal)
- Artist, Lucky Rabbit Pottery
Garth Laidlaw (Granville Ferry)
- Artist, The Animation Tutor
*Due to unforeseen circumstances, Brandt Eisner will not be able to join us for this conversation
12:00pm - Lunch
Selection of sandwiches & snacks available.
Registration Required
1:30pm-3:00pm - Panel Discussion
Virtual Rurality: Life and Work of the Rural Artist in a Digital World
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Distance and density have always defined the differences between rural and urban life. As the online world evolves, our horizons simultaneously expand and shrink. How are these powerful new tools and opportunities affecting the lives and choices of rural artists?
1:30pm-3:00pm - Panel Discussion
Virtual Rurality: Life and Work of the Rural Artist in a Digital World
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Distance and density have always defined the differences between rural and urban life. As the online world evolves, our horizons simultaneously expand and shrink. How are these powerful new tools and opportunities affecting the lives and choices of rural artists?
- Moderator:
Ashlee Conery (Vancouver)
- Founder, Cube Commons
- Panelists:
Bonnie Baker (Annapolis Royal)
- Artist, Elephant Grass Printmakers Society
Adam Mcnamara (New Germany)
- Artist, Adam Mack Wood Art
Andrew Tolson (Annapolis Royal)
- Writer / Photographer / Filmmaker
Sunday, August 17
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - The Legion
10am-6pm - Paint the Town Art Market
Over 30 Paint the Town alumni have signed up to present studio works, plus ARCAC is offering up dozens of donated Paint the Town artworks, some dating back to the 1990s. Everything is available at buy-it-now, carry-away prices. Come early for the best selection.
Over 30 Paint the Town alumni have signed up to present studio works, plus ARCAC is offering up dozens of donated Paint the Town artworks, some dating back to the 1990s. Everything is available at buy-it-now, carry-away prices. Come early for the best selection.
Registration Required
9:00am - Breakfast
Selection of coffee, pastries and refreshments.
9:45 am - Opening Message
9:00am - Breakfast
Selection of coffee, pastries and refreshments.
9:45 am - Opening Message
- Ted Lind (Granville Ferry) - Artist, ARCAC Board Member
- Diane LeBlanc (Meadowvale) - Warden, County of Annapolis
Registration Required
10:30am-12:00pm - Panel Discussion
"Could we ever know each other... without the arts?"
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Author Gabrielle Roy’s quote appeared in tiny print on our $20 bill for many years—a profound question for anyone engaged in building enduring communities. Living in proximity makes us neighbours. Shared experiences make us a community. Join us for this discussion on the contributions of rural artists and cultural institutions to stimulate social development.
10:30am-12:00pm - Panel Discussion
"Could we ever know each other... without the arts?"
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Author Gabrielle Roy’s quote appeared in tiny print on our $20 bill for many years—a profound question for anyone engaged in building enduring communities. Living in proximity makes us neighbours. Shared experiences make us a community. Join us for this discussion on the contributions of rural artists and cultural institutions to stimulate social development.
- Moderator:
Dr. Tracy Summerville (Centrelea)
- Political Scientist, Retired / Actor, Stage Manager / Chair, King’s Theatre
- Panelists:
Ken Flett (Bear River)
- Artist / Oakdene Community Centre
Sally O’Grady (Annapolis Royal)
- Artist, Bonnet House Art Gallery / Geomatician, retired
Chris O’Neill (Ross Creek)
- Actor / Playwright / Executive Director, Ross Creek Centre for the Arts
12:00pm - Lunch
Selection of sandwiches & snacks available.
Registration Required
1:30pm-3:00pm - Panel Discussion
Cultural Values: Art, Creativity and Economic Activity
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Creative communities are an asset, which fuel activity and attract attention. Just as entrepreneurial skill can nourish an enduring artistic career, businesses can benefit from the power of creativity and culture. Join us for this discussion on how regional development can be catalyzed by the mutual interests of local artists and businesses.
1:30pm-3:00pm - Panel Discussion
Cultural Values: Art, Creativity and Economic Activity
66 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal - Legion/Community Centre
Creative communities are an asset, which fuel activity and attract attention. Just as entrepreneurial skill can nourish an enduring artistic career, businesses can benefit from the power of creativity and culture. Join us for this discussion on how regional development can be catalyzed by the mutual interests of local artists and businesses.
- Moderator:
Christopher Webb (Herring Cove)
- Artist / Owner, Pavia Gallery - Espresso Bar & Café
- Panelists:
Wade Cleveland (Yarmouth)
- Musician / Radio Host / Podcast / Communications Coordinator, Western Regional Enterprise Network / Town Councillor
Dawn Oman (Bridgetown)
- Artist / Dawn Oman Art
Erin Welch (Bear River)
- Owner, Sissiboo Coffee Roasters Gallery
Jon Welch (Bear River)
- Owner, Sissiboo Coffee Roasters Gallery / Councillor, County of Annapolis
Free to participate - No Registration Required
3:30pm - Walk & Talk
Claiming Space
Starts at the Wharf, ends at Oqwa’titek Amphitheatre, Annapolis Royal
Join artist Lorne Julien for a discussion and tour of two of his murals in Annapolis Royal.
3:30pm - Walk & Talk
Claiming Space
Starts at the Wharf, ends at Oqwa’titek Amphitheatre, Annapolis Royal
Join artist Lorne Julien for a discussion and tour of two of his murals in Annapolis Royal.
- Lorne Julien (We’kopekitk/Millbrook First Nation)
- Artist / Muralist
