Joe Paris

Interpretive writer | editor | journalist

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@tegwynhughes Congrats!!!

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@atRachelGilmore I feel like ppl aren’t realizing that government funding in media comes with fewer strings attached in terms of shaping coverage than corporate/ ad-based funding — at least in democratic countries where these exist side by side

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The latest issue of Galleries West is online now! Featuring David Ruben Piqtoukun, Michelle Sound, Karin Jones, Charles Stankievech and much more: https://t.co/VwBKiQXjMZ

David Ruben Piqtoukun, “Shaman in Flight,” © David Ruben Piqtoukun, photo AGO)

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The annual Alberta Magazine Awards nominees have been announced and Galleries West received nods in 5 categories! See which ones we’re vying for: https://t.co/cbaKQq5CvN

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My latest piece for Galleries West is about an epic 5-yr art adventure!

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An attempt to identify the real life location of a scene depicted in a 1927 woodblock print ended up sparking an ambitious five-year project comprising 220 paintings of the islands found in a vast North American lake. Learn more: https://t.co/rRsWlBpvQn

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As a history nerd this issue was super fun to contribute to, and to edit! Check it out 👇

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The current issue of Galleries West is loaded with long reads & the latest reviews! Check it out: https://t.co/VwBKiQXjMZ

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Proud to see my feature on this important issue in the world of Cdn visual arts go out this morning! Was also stoked to get to use some tools from the feature writing workshop I took earlier this year with @richardwarnica! Really paid off

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Parks Canada is asking Indigenous artists to paint a fuller picture of Canada’s first prime minister, but given its own Colonial history does their effort to be more inclusive have limits? https://t.co/xzZzaWbbYR

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NGC's "The Uninvited" features a mix of work by Indigenous and settler women artists active during a period bracketed by the two world wars, when the all-male Group of Seven ruled the Canadian art world. https://t.co/PI594GyaZi

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Eight suspects face a total of more than 40 charges for Norval Morrisseau Fraud Ring. https://t.co/6xtVkl0DiN

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Featuring works created with medical, biometric and social-media data sources, “Know Thyself as a Virtual Reality” asks viewers to consider how corporations access their personal data. https://t.co/7tKupxFjvF

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Ragnar Kjartansson’s The Visitors (1) at @eskerfoundation and Deanna Dikeman’s Leaving and Waving (2) at @polygongallery lead off the latest issue of Galleries West. Check it out: www.gallerieswest

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Ottawa invests in OCAD mental health, Edmonton apologizes to Ken Lum, ROM returns Poundmaker's pipe, the return of Nuit Blanche and more – get the latest Canadian contemporary arts news. https://t.co/d14c8jFhZg

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@ShaluMehta32 @thediscourse Congrats Shalu!!

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This issue slapped!! Check it out

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Eco-themed art addressing the "beauty & terro" of our times. Plus: The Feckless Collection,   Jaimie Isaac’s Brings to Light; commentary on Documenta 15, and much more! The latest issue of Galleries West is online now! https://t.co/VwBKiQXjMZ

Manabu Ikeda, “Territory,” 2004

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My first review in Galleries West

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Featuring work by four photo-based contemporary artists, “Redesigning Paradise” fits perfectly with the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies’ efforts to be engaging and relevant while staying true to its historical roots. https://t.co/ZOlVdqO5dk

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Books! Jerry Saltz! NGC! A look forward! The latest From the Editor covers a lot of ground.
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The Ottawa Art Gallery's fresh look at the legacy of Frances-Ann Johnston leads an issue chock full of reviews and news. Check it out! https://t.co/VwBKiQXjMZ

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Excited to be starting a new role as editorial intern for @galleries_west. I look forward to bringing readers news from the world of Cdn visual arts + helping the team curate their beautiful website — where you can find an exhibition database, insightful critiques, and more!

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Touching short doc about the haunting sculptures of solitary figures many of us in Vancouver have seen popping up around town, and the artist behind their creation. On @galleries_west #overdosecrisis #Vancouver #streetart

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Self-taught Vancouver street artist Lupo started his project, Beloved Ghosts, to make visible the individuals being lost to overdose, suicide and systemic violence. Check out our video feature on his practice: https://t.co/dcrnVVo7mL

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@jacsrons Thanks Jacqueline! Grateful to have had the chance to work with you and the wonderful team at The Discourse