Youth/Student Photographers Reception at Watermark
Date and Time
Friday Aug 26, 2022
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Watermark Art Center invites the public to a youth reception for student photographers Malachi Norris, Precious Jourdain, Waabinoo Littlewolf and Waasebiik Belgarde.
The students' work is showcased alongside Falcon Gott's photographs in the exhibition "Bi-dibaajimowag - The Eagles Come Telling Stories" on display now through October 28 in Watermark's Lakeview Gallery.
Location
Watermark Art Center, 505 Bemidji Ave. N, in Bemidji
Fees/Admission
Watermark galleries are free and open to the public Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website
Description
Watermark partnered with Gizhiigin Arts Incubator to initiate a student photography camp in conjunction with an artist residency featuring emerging filmmaker and photographer, Falcon Gott (Sapotaweyak Cree Nation). The students committed their time an energy to a two-week experience while were introduced to concepts, content, and approach to taking photographs.
As the lead instructor for the camp Gott introduced them to evaluating their work, editing techniques, and selection of work. Professional photographers Ne-Dah-Ness Rose Greene (Leech Lake Band Ojibwe) and Joseph Allen (Rosebud Sioux) were guest instructors each sharing their knowledge for a day, which provided participants with a diverse learning experience. Assistant instructor Ixel Janine (White Earth Ojibwe Band) student intern from the Institute of American Indian Arts also participated in the workshop.
