PHOTOS: Super Nova Art Fest comes to life
Event raised more than $5,000 for Halifax NS Down Syndrome Society
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Rug hooking artist Elliot MacNeil leads a demonstration at the festival.Local artists put their work on display to raise money for the Halifax NS Down Syndrome Society during Saturday’s Super Nova Art Fest.
Team Possibles Art Collective, a program of the Down Syndrome Society, has been operational since 2007, led by artist and educator Renee Forrestall. The event, which attracted about 300 people, was held at St. Mary’s Boat Club.
The art featured at the festival spanned media, with paintings, prints, felt and yarn art, and clothing for sale. Artists who experience Down syndrome showcased their work to celebrate the beauty and richness of their community.
The artists raised more than $5,000 from their original art. Related stories
The evening finished with a fashion show and live performance by DJ Ed.
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Artist Adam Bauld proudly holds up his work.
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A crowd of about 300 gathered over the course of the day to purchase prints, paintings and clothing.
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The festival featured hand-painted clothing by artist Marie Webb.
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Attendees were able to get up close to the artists’ creations.
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The event featured a live demonstration in rug hooking, led by Elliot MacNeil.
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Proceeds raised by the festival topped $5,000.
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William Brewer, Marie Webb and Elliot MacNeil celebrate their work on display.About the author
Jacqueline Newsome
Jacqueline is a proud King's Master's student from Toronto who loves to write about matters of public safety.