Outspoken and fearless, artist Jane Ash Poitras has meshed social commentary and cultural meaning in her work and believes that art can be spiritually healing.
This year's selection of five finalists of the Sobey Art Award reflects the dynamic landscape of contemporary art in Canada, encompassing work that addresses political, social and environmental concerns.
Thierry Delva's stone duplicates of ordinary things focus on external presence and challenge the viewer's trust. In his recent work, he turns his gaze inward, using his body and medical imaging techniques.
Vancouver sculptor Liz Magor replicates familiar every-day objects to reflect, with wry humour, on their meaning in a new context and in different realities.
In her art, Hajra Waheed explores themes of power, privilege, security and surveillance, addressing global issues that have preoccupied her since childhood.
