Steinbach Arts Council Celebrates Local Talent with New Exhibits by Natalie Svingen and Jessie Jannuska

The Steinbach Arts Council is excited to invite the community to explore two remarkable exhibits featuring artists Natalie Svingen and Jessie Jannuska. These exhibits will be open for public viewing from January 10 to February 14, 2025.

About the Artists:

Natalie Svingen, a self-taught mixed media artist from Marchand, Manitoba, creates pieces that reflect her deep connection to nature and everyday life. Using materials like wood, clay, and paint, Natalie’s work is a testament to her passion and creativity. As a devoted wife and mother, she draws inspiration from her family and the beauty of her surroundings. She often volunteers at Wildlife Haven to give back to her community.

Jessie Jannuska is a Winnipeg-based multidisciplinary Indigenous artist and a member of the Canupawakpa Dakota Nation. She employs various mediums, including mixed media, beadwork, and murals, to convey stories of healing and resilience. In this exhibit, visitors can expect to view large-scale comic strips drawn on fabric, each weaving narratives that reflect her Indigenous spirituality. Jannuska uses a cathartic lens to explore her culture and share the healing stories of other Indigenous peoples to inspire change.

While there will be no formal opening ceremony for either exhibits, the Steinbach Arts Council encourages everyone to attend a special ceremony for Jessie Jannuska’s exhibit on January 31, 2025. This event will feature an afternoon artist talk, and a ceremony to follow at 6:00 pm. The program will include an Indigenous hoop dance performance, offering a unique opportunity for community engagement and appreciation of Indigenous culture.

The Steinbach Arts Council expresses gratitude to the Steinbach Community Foundation for supporting the gallery expansion and to Good N Natural for sponsoring the Hall Gallery.

For more information about the exhibits and upcoming events, please contact the Steinbach Arts Council at 204-346-1077.