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Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador

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Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador
Phone:
+1 709-737-8209

Address:
Allandale Rd. / Prince Philip Dr | Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1C 5S7, Canada

The art of Newfoundland and Labrador has followed a unique artistic trajectory when compared to mainland Canada, due to the geographic seclusion and socio-economic history of the province. Labradorian art possesses its own historical lineage. While the history of craft and folk art in Newfoundland and Labrador is extensive, fine arts practices have developed primarily since 1949, when the province joined Canada. Prior to Confederation, the majority of fine art was created by visiting and itinerant artists. Newfoundland and Labradorian art developed significantly after joining Canada, with the introduction of government initiatives. Since the 1960s in particular, waves of artists have established practices on the island, many with strong roots in the province. Others have been introduced by professional opportunities, residency programs, art education programs, and galleries. An established community of artists is now widely recognized, and creates work in a variety of media.
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