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David Garneau is a painter, curator, and critical art writer recognized for his contributions to Indigenous contemporary art and visual arts. With a strong affiliation to the Métis Nation Saskatchewan, he engages in creative expressions that reflect Indigenous perspectives and contemporary issues. Garneau has curated significant exhibitions, such as 'Kahwatsiretátie: Contemporary Native Art Biennial' in Montreal (2020) and 'Transformer: Native Art Light Sound' at the National Museum of the American Indian, New York (2017). His work includes large public art installations, recently exemplified by the 'Tawatina Bridge' paintings in Edmonton. He is an advocate for addressing themes such as misappropriation, reconciliation, and the representation of Indigenous art in public spaces. Recently, Garneau was awarded the Governor General’s Award for Visual Media Art: Outstanding Achievement and was inducted into the Royal Society of Canada. His writings critically examine Indigenous art and its societal implications, contributing to dialogues within the art community and beyond.
University of Regina • Regina, SK, Canada
Professor in the Department of Visual Arts, focusing on Indigenous contemporary art and curatorial practices.
Standard graduate requirements applicable to most departments including Science, Engineering, and Arts.