Boyd Dymchuk and Margaret B. Receive 2020 Nina Artist Awards
Congratulations to Boyd Dymchuk and Margaret B. who both received awards at this year's Here's Nina annual awards gala! Every year the Nina celebrates five artists from their collective for their artistic achievement and growth. Please join us in celebrating Boyd and Margaret!
Boyd proudly holding his award
Image retrieved from Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts YouTube Channel, 'Boyd Dymchuk Lexus of Edmonton CHANGED LIFE Award', video courtesy of Lindisfarne Productions.
Boyd received the 2020 Lexus of Edmonton CHANGED LIFE Award. The award is awarded to an artist who helps show how profound becoming part of the collective at the Nina can be. The artist's experiences at the Nina have enabled them to change their view on life and add the word artist to the story they tell about themselves. The people they know have a new appreciation for their unique abilities and commitment to themselves.
Boyd is a prolific ceramic artist at the Nina with an incredible work ethic. His animal figures are meticulously crafted and painted, each one showcasing his distinct style.
- Madison Dewar, Studio Manager, Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts
You can hear from Boyd on receiving the award and about his art by viewing his award video here. Congratulations Boyd!
Margaret proudly holding her award
Image retrieved from Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts YouTube Channel, 'Margaret B. ATB Emerging Artist Award', video courtesy of Lindisfarne Productions.
Margaret received the 2020 ATB Emerging Artist Award. The Emerging Artist Award is awarded to an artist that has been a member of the Nina collective for under two years. Though they are just beginning their journey, they have demonstrated a commitment to their work and a unique artistic voice.
Margaret has been working in the print studio for under a year. She has developed a series of lovely nature monoprints which showcase an attention to detail and a strong design aesthetic.
- Madison Dewar, Studio Manager, Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts
You can hear from Margaret on receiving the award and about her art by viewing her award video here. Congratulations Margaret!