Formline : Calligraphy, The Creative Synergy of Bill Reid and Bob Reid

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Bill Reid, “Tschumos Brooch,” 1956

silver, BRF 2002.1.2. (Photo by Kenji Nagai, Courtesy of the Bill Reid Gallery, Vancouver, BC)

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the Canadian premiere of Formline : Calligraphy, The Creative Synergy of Bill Reid and Bob Reid.

Guest curated by Dr. Martine Reid, the exhibition explores the creative relationship between Haida artist Bill Reid and famed printmaker, calligrapher, and close friend Robert (Bob) Reid.

Featuring two-and-three-dimensional works from both artists, the exhibition focuses on their collaborative works, as well as Bill Reid’s writing and other archival materials. Formline : Calligraphy reveals an exciting spirit of experimentation and playfulness, as well as a mutual commitment to excellence, highlighting the artists’ ongoing influence on artists today. Admission information and exhibition details at: billreidgallery.ca