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Public Reception - May 9
Adrianne Williams, Heather Shillinglaw and Caprice Hogg
Join us for a public reception on May 9 @ 7:00 PM , 2026 celebrating three solo exhibitions.
Because of Her by Adrianne Williams
Because of Her by Adrianne Williams celebrates the enduring presence and influence of women whose strength often unfolds in quiet, unrecorded ways. Rooted in memory, observation, and inherited histories, these large-scale paintings resist singular narratives, instead offering open, contemplative spaces where gestures, colour, and form carry the weight of personal and collective lineage.
Across the exhibition, figures emerge with a sense of stillness and dignity, occupying space with intention. They are not portraits of specific individuals, but
embodiments of lived experience—echoes of mothers, daughters, and communities shaped by care, resilience, and continuity. The layered surfaces suggest both visibility and obscurity, reflecting how the labour and love of women are at once foundational and frequently overlooked.
dlúne æîk’ãzñ - Mouse Spirit Power by Heather Shillinglaw
dlúne æîk’ãzñ - mouse spirit power by Heather Shillinglaw honors over 30 years of collaboration with her mother and Elder Shirley Norris Shillinglaw from Cold Lake First Nation. Rooted in Denesuline knowledge systems, the work emerged through the artist’s animal spirit guide, dlúne æîk’ãzñ—mouse spirit power—a being that embodies attentiveness, humility, and care.
Working from the perspective of the mouse, the artist invites viewers into a space of smallness and sensitivity. Upon entering, the viewer is asked to take on this perspective—close to the ground, aware of subtle shifts, and moving with intention. This vantage point reframes the land not as a resource, but as a living relation.
Time After Time by Caprice Hogg
Rooted in the landscapes of southern Alberta, Caprice Hogg’s journey has been shaped by a deep connection to place. After moving west to the mountains of British Columbia, Caprice discovered her true artistic voice grounded in the power and presence of the natural world. Over the course of a long career, she has come to recognize that it is the places she has lived and explored that most strongly define her creative vision.
Working in rich oil paint, Caprice creates expressive, narrative works that capture both moment and memory. Each painting reflects a personal way of seeing - an enduring statement of presence shaped by time, light, and landscape. Art has remained a guiding force throughout her life, and sharing these visual experiences is both an honour and a calling.
Since first picking up a paintbrush in 1994, Caprice has painted across Canada, both outdoors and in the studio. While her travels have been wide-ranging, it is the landscapes of the Canadian West that continue to inspire most deeply. In 2003, she founded Caprice Fine Art & Co Studio Gallery in Kimberley, British Columbia, where she remains immersed in the natural beauty that informs their work. Their paintings are now held in private and corporate collections across the country.
Teaching became a natural extension of her practice after years of painting full-time. Influenced by mentors Karen Hersey, KC Smith, and Shane Garton, Caprice now shares classical fine art principles with her students. Through lessons and lectures, she cultivates a space for creativity, growth, and discovery - encouraging each student to uncover their own artistic voice.
