galaMODERN 2024 was a big success!
On November 1, we were proud to host a truly memorable and impactful event! We are so grateful for the support of attendees and our incredible sponsors.
We can’t wait to celebrate — and support vital art programs — again next year!
Relive the magic! Click to view a preview gallery of photos from galaMODERN by Carey Shaw
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Honoured artist
The galaMODERN 2024 honoured artist was Robert Christie and the evening was dedicated to highlighting his incredible contribution to the arts.
Robert Christie has dedicated over 50 years to nurturing the art community of Saskatchewan, making a remarkable impact on the provincial art ecology and Canadian art scene during his extraordinary career.
He received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 1967, an Honours Degree in Art from the University of Saskatchewan in 1968 and a Bachelor of Education Degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 1970. Christie was also an active participant in and organizer for the Emma Lake Artists’ Workshops.
The artist’s work has been presented in numerous solo and group exhibitions throughout Canada since 1969. His work is represented in both public and private collections throughout Canada and internationally, including more than 40 works in Remai Modern’s collection.
As an educator, curator and organizer, Christie’s involvement with the Saskatoon art community spans decades. In 1978, Christie co-founded The Gallery/art placement inc. in Saskatoon. He also served as an Education Officer for the Mendel Art Gallery from 1968 to 1969, a lecturer at the University of Saskatchewan from 1977 to 1988, and curator of exhibitions at the Shoestring Gallery in 1978 and Mendel Art Gallery in 1978 and 1980.
Event design
galaMODERN 2024’s incredible event design was thanks to the creative talents of Saskatoon artist Monique Blom. Her distinctive vision encompassed all three floors of Remai Modern in a celebration of art and colour inspired by the bold, large-scale canvases of honoured artist Robert Christie.
Every bespoke detail was created to allow all guests to become part of a living artwork, in an unforgettable performance — entitled Ascension. The guests’ presence, actions and contributions shaped the living artwork and made a lasting impact on our community.