Скачать или смотреть Rigmor Clarke - Swedish artist now living in the woods of Northern Saskatchewan

I want to introduce you to Rigmor Clarke. She is one of the 2020 recipients of the Saskatchewan Order of Merit, a prestigious honour that recognizes remarkable contributions to the province.

A painter and artist, Rigmor and her family immigrated to Canada from Sweden 70 years ago. Inspired by the beauty of the northern Saskatchewan landscape, she has shown her art in many solo and group exhibitions across the province.

Further, the Thickwood Hills Studio Trail was initiated by Rigmor 20 years ago. It was the first of its kind in Saskatchewan, and since then, many other studio tours have sprung up across the province, taking their lead from Rigmor. Although she has retired from the tour, she still continues to support its initiatives.

Now at 85 years of age, Rigmor is still busy acquiring new skills and carrying out many different projects. She runs an “open studio” on her farm where she welcomes artists, tourists, and locals, always taking the time to talk about her work, recite the poetry that inspires her, and share her love of the Saskatchewan landscape.

It was so lovely and inspiring to talk to her and make this video. Since a ceremony for recipients wasn't held this year due to Covid-19, join me in congratulating her for this award and I will make sure to show her your comments : )

For more information about nominating excellence in your community, and a complete history of the Order of Merit, visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/.../saska...
*The deadline for 2021 nominees is November 1st*