Coming of Age: The Graduates

Naomi Deutekom, "Lilies", 4' x 4.75', mixed media

Grande Prairie Regional College grad Deutekom says: "Colour, texture, and line are important elements in my work, making flowers the ideal subject matter. Large, semi-abstract compositions, inspired by blooms, dominate my work. I believe that colour and texture express my inner soul and speak best to who I am..."

"Coming of Age: The Graduates" is a group show featuring the work of recent art school graduates. Ten artists were selected from five Albertan communities: Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Grande Prairie, and Lethbridge. The show runs at the Visual Arts Alberta Gallery until July 14. The gallery is open Wed-Fri from 10-4 pm and Sat from 12-4 pm. The gallery will be closed on June 30 for Canada Day.