FREE First Thursday

FREE First Thursday

June 5
5-9 PM

Join us for Free First Thursday on June 5 at Contemporary Calgary! Enjoy complimentary admission from 5–9 PM and take part in Printed Resistance, a zine-making takeover inspired by June Clark: Witness and the radical creativity of DIY culture.

From 5–8 PM, local artists Harvey Nichol and Blake McLeod will lead hands-on workshops exploring zines as tools for self-expression, resistance, and storytelling. Drawing from June Clark’s deeply personal work, participants will create their own zines around themes of identity, memory, and speaking truth to power. No experience necessary—just bring your voice and your story. All materials provided.

At 6:30 PM, join us for a panel discussion on zine-making as protest and personal archive, moderated by Beth Kane, Contemporary Calgary’s Manager of Visitor Experience and bookshop curator. The conversation will explore the power of independent publishing and its enduring cultural impact.

Throughout the evening, explore a special presentation of over 100 photographs from the legendary California-based zine Hamburger Eyes and founder Ray Potes—one of America’s most influential photo publications known for capturing the unseen and iconic moments of everyday life.

Throughout the evening, enjoy a DJ set by Pawnzi and a curated selection of wine, craft beer, and non-alcoholic beverages as you explore the exhibitions, engage in hands-on art-making, and connect through contemporary art.

Art for All — FREE with registration.

All ages welcome.

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Drop-in exhibition tour:

• 8 PM —June Clark: Witness

On view:

• June Clark: Witness

• Miruna Drăgan & Maggie Tiesenhausen: Hummingbird Guided Meditation

• Lauren Crazybull: Wish you were here