The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery in Yorkton is hosting a new photography exhibition titled 'Storied Telling: Performative & Narrative in Photography,' organized by the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC) through its Arts on the Move program. Running until May 15, the show features six Canadian artists—Catherine Blackburn, Lori Blondeau, Xiao Han, Marium Magsi, Meryl McMaster, and Laura St. Pierre—whose work uses the camera to create layered, story-driven images exploring themes of identity, cultural heritage, diaspora, and history.
This exhibition matters because it brings contemporary Canadian photography to a regional audience, fostering cultural dialogue in Saskatchewan and beyond. By focusing on narrative and performative elements, the show highlights how photography can serve as a tool for personal and collective storytelling, addressing broader political and social themes while inviting viewers to reflect on the evolving nature of identity.