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2017 Scholarships Award Recipients
On Thursday, May 25, Red Deer Arts Council held a Volunteer Recognition and Scholarships and Emerging Artist Award event at the Red Deer Public Library. We were thrilled to have Mayor Tara Veer present the Princess Margaret Scholarship to Emilie Tobias along with special guest, Ian Warwick, Alberta Foundation for the Arts representative. Craig Scott, our board chair, hosted our evening with his usual aplomb. The following photographs are courtesy of Rob Ironside, a board member who graciously agreed to take the photographs.
Our evening was a success and everyone enjoyed this special event. We thank Janice Shimek, a board member, for the door prizes she gathered from Liquor Crossing, Centrefest, Blue Grass Nursery and Sod Farm, Utopia Hair Studio, and Black Knight Inn. They gave in a big way, so many thanks to them! And a special thank you to all our volunteers who have played a big part in our success!
Scholarship Winners FOR 2017:
Princess Margaret Scholarship for Post-Secondary Students
The Princess Margaret Scholarship for Post-Secondary Students of $500.00 is awarded to the top scoring submission from a post-secondary student. This scholarship is awarded to Emilie Tobias, of Lacombe, AB. Ms. Tobias is a second year student in the Visual Arts Diploma program at Red Deer College, graduating this spring. She plans to attend the Alberta College of Art in the fall and work towards her Bachelor of Fine Arts. Her visual artwork focuses on the use of found objects in sculptural pieces.
Canada Centennial Scholarship for Post-Secondary Students
Photo: Erin Pettifor and Ian Warwick
The Canada Centennial Scholarship for Post-Secondary Students of $500.00 is awarded to the top scoring submission from a post-secondary student in a media other than that awarded to the Princess Margaret Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to Erin Pettifor of Red Deer, AB . Ms. Pettifor is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting at the University of Alberta. A previous award winner, Ms. Pettifor exemplifies the dedication of a young, upcoming artist who strives to perfect her craft. Toward that end, Ms. Pettifor will be gaining stronger musical theatre skills by attending Opera NUOVA’s Ten Day Operatic Intensive and the Manitoulin Conservatory for Creation and Performance this summer. Her drive and dedication will carry her far in her chosen career path in the theatre.
The Canada Centennial Scholarship for Secondary Students
Photo: Kaili Connolley and Ian Warwick
The Canada Centennial Scholarship for Secondary Students of $500.00 is awarded to the top scoring submission from a secondary school student. This scholarship is awarded to Kaili Connolley of Lacombe, AB. Ms. Connolley is a Grade 12 student from Ecolé Secondaire Lacombe Composite High School graduating this spring. She plans to continue her art education by attending the University of Alberta Bachelor of Fine Arts program and has already received conditional acceptance into the program based on her portfolio.Her visual artwork shows a strong sense of understanding concepts and innovative use of materials well beyond her years. Ms. Connolley is an exemplary student and volunteers with several community and school initiatives in Lacombe.
WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK SHANNON FRIZZELL FOR PROVIDING US WITH BEAUTIFUL CLASSICAL MUSIC THAT ROUNDED OUT THE EVENING!
Photo: Shannon Frizzell playing
