Join us at the Okotoks Art Gallery to welcome the 2025 Sheep River Artists in Residence, Gary Briggs and Wendy Madell.
This year’s residency engages with the health of local trout habitats, a topic raised in recent Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society reporting. Gary and Wendy will approach it through a collaborative, community-based lens—connecting with scientists, regulators, industry professionals, and residents to explore diverse perspectives.
Their work will result in a series of interactive automata, mechanical sculptures activated by cranks or levers. These engaging, portable pieces will reflect diverse perspectives and invite viewers to experience the story through movement, colour, and imagination.
Brought to you by the Okotoks Arts Council and the Town of Okotoks.