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Okotoks artist to paint those who created a legacy

June 27, 2023

The first-ever artist-in-residence for the Okotoks Art Gallery (OAG) will be painting portraits of prominent figures in the community.

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Four Okotokians chosen for artist in residence portraits

September 7, 2023

The inaugural Sheep River artist in residence, Tanya Zakarow, will be painting four Okotokians who have left a lasting impact on their community.

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Town of Okotoks taking nominations for painted portraits

July 14,2023

Tanya Zakarow holding a portrait of former Okotoks Mayor Bill Robertson (Photo courtesy of the Town of Okotoks)

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Town of Okotoks reveals which three Okotokians are to be painted

September 7, 2023

Zakarow working on a sketch of Lori Chibry, one of the three community members voted on by fellow Okotokians.

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Sheep River Artist in Residence

November 11, 2028

The Sheep River Artist in Residence program is delighted to unveil the three community members who Tanya Zakarow, the first-ever Sheep River Artist-in-Residence, will be painting their portraits in her unique artistic style.

Thirteen individuals were nominated and over 1,500 votes narrowed the selection down. The finalists were selected by a committee after a review that weighed the voting numbers, with other factors, such as volunteer work, community impact and service to the Town. 

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Okotoks artists and entrepreneurs discuss ideas, challenges

Face-to-Face 2023 held at Rotary Performing Arts Centre with reception and discussion panel

Okotoks's inaugural artist in residence Tanya Zakarow speaks after unveiling the portraits she painted of impactful community members, such as late Mayor Bill Robertson (background) at the Face to Face 2023 event at the Rotary Performing Arts Centre on Sept. 29.Brent Calver/Western Wheel

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