MFA Leanne Read
Reverberations
Monday, July 29 - Friday, August 9, 2024
Gallery hours: Mondays - Fridays from 10am - 4pm, and Saturday, August 3 from 12 - 4pm.
Closed Monday, August 5 for Saskatchewan Day.
Gordon Snelgrove Gallery
Artist's Talk: Friday, August 9 at 6:30pm
Reception: Friday, August 9 at 7:30 - 10:00pm
About the Exhibition
My artistic journey explores the intersection of performance art and digital innovation, focusing on the expressive potential of piano deconstruction. Inspired by a lifelong connection with pianos—from childhood memories to a passion for repurposing discarded instruments—I transform piano parts into artistic expressions. Through hands-on experimentation and reflection, I explore how digital tools reshape how we experience and share art today. Platforms like Instagram blur the lines between live performance and documented art, influencing how audiences interact with my work in real-time. Each piece reflects not just physical transformation but also personal growth and resilience. Deconstructing pianos isn't just about materials; it's about exploring themes of identity and change. My art invites viewers to engage deeply, sparking conversations about tradition, technology, and our shared human experiences. Reverberations is more than an exhibition—it's a journey through the unexpected, where old meets new, and each creation tells a story of its own.
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About the Artist
Leanne Read is currently pursuing her MFA at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, SK, specializing in interdisciplinary art with a strong emphasis on sculpture and digital media. Her recent artistic endeavours explore the transformative power of materials, particularly focusing on the deconstruction of pianos. Through a blend of hands-on experimentation and digital consideration, she examines how contemporary audiences interact with art, leveraging platforms like Instagram to blur distinctions between live performance and documented expression. Leanne's creative journey is fueled by a profound commitment to reclaiming materials and uncovering their narrative potential, which serves as both a personal exploration and a broader commentary on identity and connectivity in our digital era.
Gallery
Programming and Events
Artist's Talk: Friday, August 9 at 6:30pm in the Gordon Snelgrove Gallery
Closing Reception: Friday, August 9 at 7:30 - 10:00pm