EVM Opening Reception April 11th, 2011

The opening reception for the 2011 Every Victim Matters youth art show was a great success! 230 people attending the reception on Monday evening at Latitude 53 gallery, with another 47 visitors enjoying the exhibition on Tuesday.

The creative and talented youth from iHuman Youth Society gave thought provoking live performances of music, rap and spoken word. Dignitaries in attendance included Councillor Amarjet Sohi and Police Inspector Phil Bailey. Delicious catering provided by Elm Cafe and Duchess Bake Shop ensured that everyone enjoyed themselves!

Our judges had a difficult time choosing winners in the two age categories because of the high level of work presented by the artists involved. After much deliberation the following artists were awarded prizes:

Ages 12-16 Category

1st Angela Tran

2nd Chloe Jacobson

3rd Laura Bui

Ages 17-24 Category

1st Jason Tait

2nd Colton Scragg

3rd Jessica Maryniak

Sneak Peak - 2011 EVM youth art show

There is a variety of art pieces to look forward to at this year's Every Victim Matters youth art show. Among the submissions we have 4 live music pieces, 1 performance art piece, 1 video, 1 poem, and 70 visual art pieces that include sculptures, paintings, drawings, prints, and a mural.

Here's another sneak peak at one of the entries this year:

Morgan MacQueen, "Always Vulnerable"

St. Francis Xavier High School

80 submissions from local organizations

Many new organizations submitted this year, along with a few returning partners. Thank you to everyone who supported the 2011 Every Victim Matters youth multimedia art show!

iHuman Youth Society

Da Bomb Squad

Youth Emergency Shelter Society

Austin O’Brien High School

J Percy Page High School

Queen Elizabeth High School

Eastglen High School

St Francis Xavier High School

Ross Sheppard High School

Victoria School of the Arts

Vernon Barford Jr. High

LY Cairns School

Highlands Junior High School

Check out these photos from the 2010 'Every Victim Matter's' art show at Latitude 53:

Sneak peak - 2011 EVM youth art show

Jessica Maryniak "Ou"

Austin O'Brien High School

Youth Art Show Makes Perspectives of Youth Matter

For Immediate Release

Every Victim Matters Multimedia Youth Art Show Makes Perspectives of Youth Matter

(Edmonton, AB – March 28, 2011): As part of National Victims of Crime Awareness Week April 10 - 16, 2011, the Edmonton Restorative Justice Network (ERJN) will showcase the artistic accomplishments of young people between the ages of 12 - 24 at the third annual Every Victim Matters Multimedia Youth Art Show.

The exhibition, on display April 11 and 12 at Latitude 53 Gallery, provides youth the exciting opportunity to artistically express thoughts and feelings on what it means to be a victim of crime, know a victim of crime, or suffer from bullying, racism, homophobia and other types of injustice. Participants will be eligible to win one of two $300 grand prizes (in the 12-16 year old & 17-24 year old categories).

This multimedia presentation includes art in various forms; from drawing, painting, and sculpture, to music, spoken word, rap and performance art, the scope of artistic expression reflects the importance of the issue.

“This year’s art show has really gained momentum,” says Erik Bisanz, chair of ERJN. “With more than 80 submissions, the 2011 Every Victim Matters Multimedia Youth Art Show promises to showcase a diverse collection of artwork and live performance, while providing youth a safe platform to create and share their thoughts on a significant issue.”

Supported by the EJRN, a network of organizations committed to the restorative justice approach in how our community deals with crime and conflict, the Every Victim Matters Multimedia Youth Art Show is an opportunity for youth to have their voices heard.

“ERJN is undertaking the youth multimedia art show because of a prevailing public view that sees youth primarily as offenders rather than victims,” says Bisanz. “We want to recognize youth as victims of crime and involve them in telling their own stories.”

The opening reception – featuring live performances by youth artists – will be held Monday, April 11 from 5-7:30pm at Latitude 53 Gallery (10248 106 Street, Second Floor). The opening reception is free and open to the public. Program to start at 6pm.

Submissions include artwork from a variety of local organizations: iHuman, Da Bomb Squad, Youth Emergency Shelter Society, Austin O’Brien High School, J Percy Page High School, Queen Elizabeth High School, Eastglen High School, St Francis Xavier High School, Ross Sheppard High School, Victoria School of the Arts, Vernon Barford Jr. High, LY Cairns School and Highlands Junior High School.

The perspectives of youth matter. The Every Victim Matters Multimedia Art Show runs April 11 and 12 at Latitude 53 Gallery (10248 106 Street, Second Floor). Free and open to the public.

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Media are invited and encouraged to attend the opening reception on Monday, April 11, 2011 from 5pm-7:30pm. Interview, photo and video opportunity. Please contact Megan Dart for advance interviews.

Media Contact: Megan Dart | Catch the Keys Productions | 780.994.7113 | mdart@catchthekeys.ca

Interview Contact: Erik Bisanz | Chair, EJRN | 780.901.8209 | yrap@ycdo.ca

Thank you for Submitting!

Over 70 submissions came pouring in to Latitude over the past 2 days! Paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, poems, music, and a performance piece were submitted to the show. This opportunity wouldn't be possible with the support from Justice Canada and the amazing participation of organizations like iHuman, Da Bomb Squad, J Percy Page High School, Austin O'Brien High School, Queen Elizabeth High School, Eastglen High School, St Francis Xavier High School, Youth Emergency Shelter Society (YESS), Ross Sheppard High School, Victoria School of the Arts, Vernon Barford Jr. High, and LY Cairns School to name a few.

We can't wait for you to see all the amazing works of art by Edmonton youth!

Be sure to join us at the opening reception on Monday April 11, from 5-7:30 pm with a program of live performances starting at 6 pm

Accepting Submissions TODAY!

We will be accepting submissions for the "Every Victim Matters" youth art show today from 11am-7pm at Latitude 53 - 10248 106 Street, 2nd Floor. Drop your artwork and submission form off between 11 am - 6 pm.

If you are unable to make it to Latitude today, they have generously agreed to also accept submissions Thursday and Friday during gallery hours of 11am- 7pm.

Please include both the submission form and release form with your artwork, or email the forms to everyvictimmatters@gamil.com

2011 Call for Submissions

Every Victim Matters - Youth Multimedia Art Show

As part of National Victims of Crime Awareness Week (April 10 - 16, 2011), the Edmonton Restorative Justice Network (ERJN) invites young people between the ages of 12 - 24 to express themselves on the issue of “Every Victim Matters”.

This exhibition, which will be shown April 11 -12, 2011 at Latitude 53 Gallery, is an exciting opportunity to:

• Artistically express your thoughts and feelings on what it means to be a victim of crime, know a victim of crime, or suffer from bullying, racism, homophobia and other types of injustice.

• Share and show your work in a public gallery

• Win one of two $300 grand prizes (12-16 year old & 17-24 year old categories)

This will be the show’s third year. The 2010 youth multimedia art show featured drawing, painting, sculpture, dance, spoken word and rap performances from 69 youth artists and was attended by over 210 people, including Mayor Mandel. Three television stations, CBC Radio, Edmonton Journal and Vue Weekly reported on the opening reception and show. The perspectives of youth matter! We want your voice heard!

Deadline for Artwork Submissions and Forms: Wednesday March 23, 2011

Please limit submissions to one per artist.

Please contact Hannah Heaton, Project Manager, for any questions and for an electronic Submission Form.

NOTE: Each work must have a completed form upon submission to qualify.

E-mail: everyvictimmatters@gmail.com