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Waterborne: Boater Art 

Canal Dream Art Festival 2024 - An Exhibition Exploring the Art and Philosophy of Boater Life.  

 

Curators:
Yehong Wei, Chuntian Hu

Artists:
Juan Gomez, Anna Kroeger, Lorraine Fox, 
Chris Tidy, Hayley Harrison, Sarah Warner, 
Janine Leslie

Events:  
Workshops, Performances,  Film screenings.

Visual design:  
Yehong Wei

Collaborators:
Global Generation
Word on the Water
Slash Arts
Redkite Floating Gallery & Art Space
Gomez Boat Studio
The Walker City
Gowith Yamo
3 RAY Productions
Neverland Space Theatre
YES Creative

Organised by: 
Canal Dream CIC

Location:
The Walker City, 125 Caledonian Rd, London N1 9RG

Dates:
9-16 August, 2024
This exhibition serves as a platform for boater artists to express their unique perspectives, showcasing the diverse philosophies within the boater community through art and personal reflections. We celebrate this diversity with the goal of deepening understanding and appreciation of boater art and the boater way of life.

Boater Philosophy: 
Featuring quotes from boaters that reveal their insights on identity, emotions, and life on the water. These reflections offer an intimate look into the lived experiences and philosophical outlooks of the boater community. 

Boat Art:
 A curated collection of paintings, photography, and sculptures that highlight the aesthetic and contemplative dimensions of boater life.

Boat Life: 
Photographs and artifacts that provide a tangible and visual narrative of daily life on the water, offering a deeper connection to the unique culture of the boating community.

Last update , Aug 2024