Hello and welcome to a special bonus episode of YXE Underground.

A few nights ago, my wife and I were able to attend a really wonderful event hosted by artist group called The 525.

It was the closing reception to a group photography and video exhibition called Unbecoming…held in an empty business space on Third Avenue. 

The exhibition was co-curated by Saskatoon’s Rowen Dinsmore and Molly Schikosky. Now, if Molly’s name sounds familiar, it’s because she has worked with me on many episodes of the podcast taking photos, as well as creating the YXE Underground video that was released a few months ago. Molly is amazing and we really wanted to support her…

And I must say the evening was so much fun! 

The exhibition featured 10 female identifying artists from Saskatoon: 

• Leo Lauren Conquergood
• Hannah Alex
• Xiao Han
• Berit Johnson
• Emily Johnson
• Mona Khan
• Molly Schikosky
• Darby Sutherland
• Tammy Zdunich
• Emma Zuck

Each artist had their own space within the exhibition showcasing their photography and videography talents. All 10 artists also shared with a packed crowd the motivation behind their works, and you’ll hear from some of the artists in this episode. 

You will also meet a gentleman named Kehun Fu, who is The 525’s Principal Director. This was my first time attending a 525 exhibition and Kehun shares how this local group is bringing original art to unique spaces across Saskatoon.

Before I take you the event, which as I just mentioned, was full of people, I want to share to you the exhibition statement as I think it will get you in the right frame of mind before meeting some of the artists.

“Unbecoming challenges and reclaims the phrase weaponized against women and act a certain way can be viewed as ‘unbecoming,’ and also references the idea of unpacking and unravelling generational impact left on women by women. Central to this exhibition are themes of evolving womanhood across generations, everyday moments that shape and celebrate female experiences, diverse expressions of femininity, and personal narratives that reveal intimate, transformative stories of empowerment.”

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Cheers...Eric 

• Host, Producer, Editor: Eric Anderson
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