Encouraging creativity in the arts

Since the Saskatoon EX began in 1886, the creative arts have been hugely important to the fair’s overall program. Local artists, expressing their creativity in a variety of mediums, have brought their works to the festival for display, competition, and sale in the categories of Creative Art, Fine Art and Photography. 

Located in Hall A, the Saskatchewan Art Showcase is an art lovers’ paradise with works ranging from painting and photography to sculptures, quilts, woodworking and more!

2023 Featured Exhibits

Todd Fontaine Collection

Todd Fontaine was born at St. Boniface, MB on the shores of the Red River and has been an avid collector for over 50 years. Since his first discovery in 1972 at Nutimik in the Whiteshell Provincial Park, he has spent his summers combing the Winnipeg river shorelines learning about archaeology, nature, and history. His expertise increased through his friendship with the memorable Joseph “Joe” Duncan Robertson, with whom he tanned hides. Todd’s collection is vast and his passionate quest for information and artifacts weaves together the rich and vibrant history of the Métis people, of whom he is a proud member.

Ribbon Skirt Display

In today’s fashion, ribbons have become a symbol of cultural reclamation and pride for all Indigenous women. Whether for ceremonies or celebrations, women are embracing the cultural tradition of making and wearing contemporary-style ribbon skirts.

Today we wear ribbon skirts to demonstrate our pride in our culture and to honour the women who came before us. We make our skirts in the colours that are pleasing to us and we wear them when we feel the need to be connected and grounded in our culture.

~Amy Briley, Gabriel Dumont Institute

2023 Demonstrations

Fly Tying

Friday, August 11, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Cameron

Weaving & Spinning 

Tuesday, August 8, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Judi & Kara

Weaving & Knitting 

Saturday, August 12, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Malcolm & Randy

Knitting 

Tuesday, August 8, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Chris & Paulette

Wednesday, August 9, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Diane & Lynn

Wednesday, August 9, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Neil & Kathy

Thursday, August 10, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Diane & Jean

Friday, August 11, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Glenda & Neil

Sunday, August 13, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Paulette & Lorraine 

Needlework

Thursday, August 10, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Linda

Saturday, August 12, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Thecla & Debbie

Sunday, August 13, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Debbie & Gloria

Quilting

Friday, August 11, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Pat & Evelyn

Saturday, August 12, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Berna & Miriam

Sunday, August 12, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Pat & Evelyn

Stitching

Wednesday, August 9, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Chris & Paulette

Thursday, August 10, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Denise & Caroline

You're Invited to Participate!

One of the best ways for the community to get involved with the Saskatoon EX is by entering their artwork into the Saskatchewan Art Showcase. This is a non-juried show with a number of categories, divisions and classes for every experience level and age group. If you’re interested in learning more, please click the button below.   

Enter the Saskatchewan Art Showcase