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MACKENZIE GALA 2023–PLATINUM DREAMS

Join the MacKenzie Art Gallery for our MacKenzie Gala 2023 – Platinum Dreams, presented by ISC! As the MacKenzie Art Gallery celebrates its 70th year, we reflect on our rich history and set our sights on dreams yet to unfold before us. Drawing inspiration from the concept of a “platinum” anniversary, this year’s Gala pays tribute to seven decades of artistic excellence. The highlight of the event will be our Live Art Auction. Guests will get the opportunity to outbid one another for one-of-a-kind artworks by an incredible lineup of locally, nationally, and internationally exhibited artists.  This is a 19+ event.

Your presence at this extraordinary event not only allows you to celebrate alongside us but also directly contributes to the Gallery’s ongoing mission. By attending the Gala, you are directly supporting the Gallery’s acclaimed exhibitions and public programs.  

 

Purchase Tickets Here

Main floor tables are now sold out.

Elevate your company’s presence at the MacKenzie Gala 2023 by reserving a Corporate Table. This exclusive package not only guarantees a memorable experience for your team but also demonstrates your commitment to supporting the arts and your local community. Our Corporate Table package includes: 

  • A reserved table for eight guests, ensuring prime seating and an up-close view of the Live Art Auction. 
  • Complimentary bar throughout the evening 
  • Delectable small bites and gourmet treats  
  • Access to all the Gala’s festivities, including the Silent Auction and Live Art Auction 
  • An unforgettable night of entertainment, music, and art-inspired surprises 

PLUS: 

  • Recognition of your company’s name or logo in our event program and on-screen during the Gala. 
  • Personalized assistance from a Maître D’ to help them elevate your experience from start to finish, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable evening. 
  • An opportunity to network with other esteemed corporate partners and art enthusiasts. 
  • Charitable tax receipt 

If you have any accommodation requests or access needs, please contact Development Associate Kezia-Grace Macbruce at kmacbruce@mackenzie.art

Second floor tables of 8 are now sold out.

Elevate your company’s presence at the MacKenzie Gala 2023 by reserving a Corporate Table. This exclusive package not only guarantees a memorable experience for your team but also demonstrates your commitment to supporting the arts and your local community. Our Corporate Table package includes: 

  • A reserved table for eight guests, ensuring prime seating and an up-close view of the Live Art Auction. 
  • Complimentary bar throughout the evening 
  • Delectable small bites and gourmet treats  
  • Access to all the Gala’s festivities, including the Silent Auction and Live Art Auction 
  • An unforgettable night of entertainment, music, and art-inspired surprises 

PLUS: 

  • Recognition of your company’s name or logo in our event program and on-screen during the Gala. 
  • Personalized assistance from a Maître D’ to help them elevate your experience from start to finish, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable evening. 
  • An opportunity to network with other esteemed corporate partners and art enthusiasts. 
  • Charitable tax receipt 

If you have any accommodation requests or access needs, please contact Development Associate Kezia-Grace Macbruce at kmacbruce@mackenzie.art.

Elevate your company’s presence at the MacKenzie Gala 2023 by reserving a Corporate Table. This exclusive package not only guarantees a memorable experience for your team but also demonstrates your commitment to supporting the arts and your local community. Our Corporate Table package includes: 

  • A reserved table for six guests, ensuring prime seating and an up-close view of the Live Art Auction. 
  • Complimentary bar throughout the evening 
  • Delectable small bites and gourmet treats  
  • Access to all the Gala’s festivities, including the Silent Auction and Live Art Auction 
  • An unforgettable night of entertainment, music, and art-inspired surprises 

PLUS: 

  • Recognition of your company’s name or logo in our event program and on-screen during the Gala. 
  • Personalized assistance from a Maître D’ to help them elevate your experience from start to finish, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable evening. 
  • An opportunity to network with other esteemed corporate partners and art enthusiasts. 
  • Charitable tax receipt

If you have any accommodation requests or access needs, please contact Development Associate Kezia-Grace Macbruce at kmacbruce@mackenzie.art.

Join us for a dreamy evening celebrating artistic excellence and the legacy of the MacKenzie Art Gallery. With an individual ticket, you’ll be immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of the Gala, surrounded by fellow art enthusiasts and distinguished artists. Your ticket includes: 

  • Complimentary bar throughout the evening 
  • Delectable small bites and gourmet treats  
  • Access to all the Gala’s festivities, including the Silent Auction and Live Art Auction 
  • An unforgettable night of entertainment, music, and art-inspired surprises 
  • Charitable tax receipt 

IMPORTANT: Please be aware that the individual ticket option for this event does not include designated table seating. If you prefer a reserved seat, we recommend considering our corporate table option, which offers reserved table seating. With a corporate table, you can enjoy the event in a more relaxed setting. Feel free to inquire about the availability and details of our corporate tables for a seated experience. 

If you have any accommodation requests or access needs, please contact Development Associate Kezia-Grace Macbruce at kmacbruce@mackenzie.art.

Note for Members: Please login with the email affiliated with your MacKenzie Membership in order to access the Member ticket pricing.

Join us for a dreamy evening celebrating artistic excellence and the legacy of the MacKenzie Art Gallery. With an individual ticket, you’ll be immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of the Gala, surrounded by fellow art enthusiasts and distinguished artists. Your ticket includes: 

  • Complimentary bar throughout the evening 
  • Delectable small bites and gourmet treats  
  • Access to all the Gala’s festivities, including the Silent Auction and Live Art Auction 
  • An unforgettable night of entertainment, music, and art-inspired surprises 
  • Charitable tax receipt 

IMPORTANT: Please be aware that the individual ticket option for this event does not include designated table seating. If you prefer a reserved seat, we recommend considering our corporate table option, which offers reserved table seating. With a corporate table, you can enjoy the event in a more relaxed setting. Feel free to inquire about the availability and details of our corporate tables for a seated experience. 

If you have any accommodation requests or access needs, please contact Development Associate Kezia-Grace Macbruce at kmacbruce@mackenzie.art.

Contact

If you have any questions about this event or are unable to attend but are curious about ways to further support the Gallery, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Development Associate Kezia-Grace Macbruce at kmacbruce@mackenzie.art

Kezia-Grace Macbruce
Development Associate
kmacbruce@mackenzie.art
(306) 584-4250 ext. 4273

Live Art Auction

Celebrate our momentous 70th year with an unparalleled Live Auction lineup that surpasses all expectations, offering a unique opportunity to own masterpieces from prestigious locally, nationally, and internationally exhibited artists. This Gala’s selection is one of the finest yet!

ADAD HANNAH
AGANETHA DYCK
ANNIE MACDONELL
AUDIE MURRAY
BEV PIKE
DEANNA BOWEN
DIVYA MEHRA
GABRIELA GARCIA LUNA
JEREMY BAILEY
LARISSA TIGGELERS
MICAH LEXIER
VERA SALTZMAN

LIVE AUCTION PREVIEW

Annie MacDonell, Untitled, 2023, Archival ink jet print, 14.25″ H x 6″ W.

Value: $2,000

Deanna Bowen, Frank smoking a cigarette (1969), 2019, Archival ink jet print, 40″ H x
31.75″ W.

Value: $7,000

Divya Mehra, Magic Carpet, Go Home (invisibility in
practice), 2017, acrylic gold india ink on watercolor paper, 22 1/2″ H x 28 1/2″ W.

Value: $5,400

 

Aganetha Dyck, Hot Pink, 1976 – 1981, Felting.
Value: $3,500

 

Audie Murray, Chi fii Embraces the Old Ones, 2021, digital print, 18″ H x 12″ W.

Value: $3,000

Larissa Tiggelers, rickrack, 2023, acrylic on stressed canvas, 46 1/8″ x 36 1/8″.
Value: $4,800

Jeremy Bailey, Curvy Corten Steel, 2020, High-Twist-Nylon Mat, Augmented Reality Sculpture, 50″ H x 50″ W.

Value: $999

 

Gabriela Garcia Luna, Breath 8, 2021, Archival ink on rag paper on birch, gold leaf, 36″ W x 24″ H.

Value: $2,000

Adad Hannah, Woman with Moore, 2022, archival pigment print, 18″ H x 13″ W.

Value: $1,000

Bev Pike, Drosera, 2019, pencil on paper, in metal frame, 40.5″ H x 27″ W x 1.4″ D.
Value: $3,200

Micah Lexier, Piece Number (22C-P/15A-S), 2015, laser-cut steel, laser-cut birch plywood, nail, 15″ H x 11″ W.

Value: $1,700

Vera Saltzman, Fishing Shack No.1 and Fishing Shack No. 4, 2013, Photograph, medium format film, archival ink on paper, 10″ H x 10″ W.

BID BY PROXY 

For those unable to attend the Gala in person, we offer the option to bid by proxy. This means you can still participate in the exhilarating Live Art Auction from anywhere in the world. 

Simply follow these easy steps to bid by proxy: 

STEP 1: Browse through the live auction works and identify a piece that inspires you the most.

STEP 2: Complete the Proxy Bid form.

STEP 3: At the Gala, our expert auctioneer will bid on your behalf during the Live Art Auction, aiming to secure your chosen artwork at the best price within your maximum bid.

STEP 4: If your proxy bid emerges as the highest, you’ll be notified post-event for artwork delivery or collection. Congratulations!

SILENT ART AUCTION

In addition to the thrill of the live art auction, explore a diverse range of artworks, each reflecting fresh perspectives and innovative techniques from rising stars in our vibrant art community. Bid on these extraordinary pieces and make a lasting contribution to the Gallery’s mission. 

AUGUST KLINTBERG
BRANDY JONES
JAMIE REYNOLDS
JEFF MELDRUM
ROB TRUSZKOWSKI
SANDEE MOORE
HARLEY SINCLAIR
PHOMOHOBES
PATRICK FERNANDEZ
CHAD ARIE

The Vibe

Prepare to be captivated as the T.C. Douglas Building Lobby transforms into a mesmerizing space, adorned with silver and reflective elements. We invite you to dress to impress yourself—We might even be bold enough to suggest embracing the platinum aesthetic of this year’s Gala. Join us at the MacKenzie Gala – Platinum Dreams and be part of a night that embodies the essence of our 70-year journey, fueling artistic dreams, and directly supporting the MacKenzie’s exhibitions and public programs. 

DJ Ross Bearman

Ross Bearman aka DJ Rosé has been an active member of the Saskatchewan music scene for over 15 years. Before starting to DJ in 2019, he played drums in countless groups from Jazz to Soul to Hip-Hop and continues to do so. His background in musical performance has influenced his open format DJ style and is sure to bring the best taste and atmosphere to any event he’s a part of.

Find him at: @ross_bearman

Volunteer Opportunities

Join the 2023 MacKenzie Gala Dream Team!

We need extraordinary volunteers like you to make this event possible. Your presence at the Gala not only allows you to celebrate with us but also enables you to be a vital part of the behind-the-scenes team that brings it all to life! We offer a diverse range of roles and are fully committed to accommodating any accessibility requirements you may have. Plus, enjoy fantastic perks, including a free MacKenzie Art Gallery membership. Be part of the magic – join us today!

Become a Volunteer

PHOTOS

Find your MacKenzie Gala photobooth images by following the link below. Photos will be uploaded in the days following the Gala!

Gala Photos

Presented by

 

Event Sponsor

Champagne Sponsor

SAFE-RIDE HOME SPONSOR

SPECIAL DONORS OF THE EVENT

Bill and Gaye Taylor

ARTIST TICKET SPONSOR

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