While this project started before the creation of Nova Arts Hub by the Founder-Lajah Warren, it has become the foundation for all of the work that happens at Nova.

The Training Explained

Weaved throughout this training are the insights shared through 10 discussions with Indigenous artists- including multiple generations, multiple disciplines, and Two-Spirit artist perspectives. Some of the art practices represented in this training are: music, drawing, installation work, tattoo work, beadwork, writing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, photography, fashion designing, dancing, modelling, textiles, sculpture, curation, and more. Through having all of these voices represented in this training, we can attempt to restructure, re-imagine, and rebuild the way we curate art spaces. 

This training is entirely virtual and self paced. There are two parts to this training- the first focusing on introspection and the second on direct actions and strategies. Once participants register, they have access to the first part of the training, "The Roots". This section has a series of virtual lessons that showcase some of the experiences from the 10 artists. Each lesson follows additional resource materials, and a 'homework' activity that either focuses on learning integration or reflection. Once the first part is completed, each participant is asked to do a midpoint activity (not graded) that gives participants a chance to reflect on their learning so far. Once they finish and send their activity, they have access to the second part of the training. This part, 'The Branches', follows the same structure of the first section and ends with a final activity.

Artist Collaborators

Ten artists were invaluable in the creation of the Cultural Curation Training. With their insight, guidance, and personal stories from their experiences in the arts, this training was formed to represent ten artist voices from Turtle Island and provide actionable steps that art curators can take to re-imagine collaborations with Indigenous artists.