Curzon PR has been signed to support Creative Saskatchewan with a strategic media relations campaign to support their first UK exhibition, Creative Saskatchewan presents ‘Saskatchewan’, held at The Blackall Studios in Shoreditch from 14 – 18 October.

“Creative Saskatchewan is an exciting initiative and we are pleased to work with them in support of their UK exhibition, showcasing the remarkable artistic talent that Saskatchewan has to offer,” says Farzana Baduel, MD of Curzon PR. “Curzon PR looks forward to working with Creative Saskatchewan and the Canadian government in promoting this important exhibition.”

Creative Saskatchewan is a new Canadian government agency set up to boost the awareness of Saskatchewan’s creative talent. This October sees them bringing a wealth of artistic talent to London with their exhibition, themed around the culture, character and history of the Canadian province of Saskatchewan.

Creative Saskatchewan’s mission is to facilitate the commercial development of creative industry producers, entrepreneurs, businesses and associations in realising their economic potential, through business product development and market access. Creative Saskatchewan’s aim is to stimulate the creative industry of the province and bring Saskatchewan’s creative talent to the world.

“We look forward to working with Curzon PR as we bring the art of Saskatchewan to London and in our efforts to promote Saskatchewan art in the UK, in general.” said the exhibition’s curator, Adrian Stimson. “Curzon PR has an excellent reputation and we are sure they will be instrumental in assisting us in our mission to showcase the immense strength, diversity and creativity that sets Saskatchewanian art apart.”

Creative Saskatchewan’s first UK exhibition will see a selection of pieces on display from the province’s artists. The exhibition will celebrate the diversity of Saskatchewan and its vibrant art scene, featuring works from Saskatchewanian artists, including indigenous Métis and European Canadian artists. The exhibition will showcase over 56 works from some of the most exciting and innovative Saskatchewanian artists and will feature a mixture of sculpture, oil-on-canvas, photography, painting and ceramic works.

For interview requests, high-resolution images and further information please contact:

Miriam Nasralla | t: +44 (0)20 73992438 | e: [email protected] | w: curzonpr.com

Notes for Editors:

About Creative Saskatchewan

Creative Saskatchewan was established in July 2013 and began operational functions in October 2013. As a government agency, Creative Saskatchewan serves the people of Saskatchewan through work with the creative industries of the province. Creative Saskatchewan is responsible for five sectors of the creative industry:

• Music and sound recording
• Screen-based media
• Visual arts and craft
• Publishing
• Live performing arts

Creative Saskatchewan’s mandate is to stimulate the commercialization of creative products and bring Saskatchewan’s creative talent to market through various grant programs and marketing activities. Much of this work is accomplished through partnering with Saskatchewan’s creative industry associations.

Creative Saskatchewan presents ‘Saskatchewan’ will be held at the Blackall Studios from 14 – 18 October 2014. The exhibition will be open to the public from 11.00am – 6.00pm each day.

For more information please visit www.creativesask.ca