2018 Documentary: "Suspended and the Art of Forgiveness"
A documentary that follows artist Cliff Derksen as the now thirty-three year saga since the murder of his daughter Candace finally moves towards closure.
Quote from "Refuge 31":
"Themes of anger and loss to suspicion and justice have allowed Cliff different ways to express himself and find an inner strength to find forgiveness. Now, years after the trial and with a trail of fascinating and wonderful works, Cliff has moved into not just creating but also teaching the joy of art."
This film is a one hour film, great for groups of all kinds such as, men's groups, art groups, therapists, church congregations, young adults, pastors, just to mention a few. It has to do with art, theology, men dealing with grief, anger, forgiveness and more. You will hear from Cliff's family, police chief Ewaski and Malcolm Gladwell and more, reflecting on Cliff and his families journey of forgiveness.
Contact: www.refuge31.com where you can also see the trailer.
Also contact by email at "andrew@refuge31.com" to make arrangements.
A documentary that follows artist Cliff Derksen as the now thirty-three year saga since the murder of his daughter Candace finally moves towards closure.
Quote from "Refuge 31":
"Themes of anger and loss to suspicion and justice have allowed Cliff different ways to express himself and find an inner strength to find forgiveness. Now, years after the trial and with a trail of fascinating and wonderful works, Cliff has moved into not just creating but also teaching the joy of art."
This film is a one hour film, great for groups of all kinds such as, men's groups, art groups, therapists, church congregations, young adults, pastors, just to mention a few. It has to do with art, theology, men dealing with grief, anger, forgiveness and more. You will hear from Cliff's family, police chief Ewaski and Malcolm Gladwell and more, reflecting on Cliff and his families journey of forgiveness.
Contact: www.refuge31.com where you can also see the trailer.
Also contact by email at "andrew@refuge31.com" to make arrangements.
Bio of Cliff Derksen:
Cliff Derksen is an artist, ceramic sculptor, and art instructor. His work has been shown in art galleries sponsored by the Theotrinsic Art Group. Due to the tragic loss of his daughter in 1984 his sculpting became therapeutic in nature as he explored themes of anger, loss, suspicion and justice. In 2018 His life’s work was captured in an award winning documentary filmed by Andrew Wall of Refuge 31 called, “Suspended, the art of forgiveness.” His work has been described as strikingly animated, thought-provoking and metaphorical. Cliff, who lives in Winnipeg, is married to Wilma Derksen, a well-known writer and inspirational speaker. They have 2 married adult children and 3 grandchildren.
Exhibitions:
2018 Pop-Up Winnipeg Gallery of Cliff's Art filmed by Algonquin University, Ottawa. for "Victimology Course."
2018 Documentary: "Suspended and the Art of Forgiveness" by Refuge31.com
A one hour documentary on Cliff's art and his journey to forgiveness.
2018 - “Visually Unveiling,” Spirit Room Prophetic Artists, Eight Artist Group Show and Art Sale sponsored by Theotrinsic Art Group, (April 14), Holiday Inn, Winnipeg, MB.
2017 - “Freedom: the power of imagination,” Flatlanders Studio, Theotrinsic Art Group, (May 5 – June 30), Winnipeg, MB.
2016 - “Intent,” The Edge Urban Art Gallery, Theotrinsic Art Group, (April 29 – May 1), Winnipeg, MB.
2016 - "Strong Foundations for the Future" Palliative Manitoba Art Show, (September 22 & 23) Room E, Victoria Inn and Convention Centre, 1808 Wellington Avenue, Winnipeg, MB
2015 - "Suspended: it is about pursuit," Frame Art Warehouse, Theotrinsic Art Group, (April 3-14), Winnipeg, MB.
2014 - "Inexplicable: it is about healing," Frame Art Warehouse, Theotrinsic Art, Group, (April 12 – 27), Winnipeg MB.
2012 - “Project Angel,” Gallery in the Park, Solo Exhibit, (June 1 – August 10), Altona, MB.
2012 - “Holy Ground,” Inner City Youth Alive, Solo Exhibit, (October 12), Winnipeg, MB.
2012 - “Indescribable: it is about murder,” Mennonite Heritage Art Gallery, Group Exhibit, (January 27), Winnipeg, MB.
2008 - “Resilience,” Mennonite Heritage Art Gallery, Group Exhibition, Winnipeg, MB.
2002 - “(Dis)Comfort,” Mennonite Heritage Art Gallery, Group Exhibition, Winnipeg, MB.
2018 Documentary: "Suspended and the Art of Forgiveness" by Refuge31.com
A one hour documentary on Cliff's art and his journey to forgiveness.
2018 - “Visually Unveiling,” Spirit Room Prophetic Artists, Eight Artist Group Show and Art Sale sponsored by Theotrinsic Art Group, (April 14), Holiday Inn, Winnipeg, MB.
2017 - “Freedom: the power of imagination,” Flatlanders Studio, Theotrinsic Art Group, (May 5 – June 30), Winnipeg, MB.
2016 - “Intent,” The Edge Urban Art Gallery, Theotrinsic Art Group, (April 29 – May 1), Winnipeg, MB.
2016 - "Strong Foundations for the Future" Palliative Manitoba Art Show, (September 22 & 23) Room E, Victoria Inn and Convention Centre, 1808 Wellington Avenue, Winnipeg, MB
2015 - "Suspended: it is about pursuit," Frame Art Warehouse, Theotrinsic Art Group, (April 3-14), Winnipeg, MB.
2014 - "Inexplicable: it is about healing," Frame Art Warehouse, Theotrinsic Art, Group, (April 12 – 27), Winnipeg MB.
2012 - “Project Angel,” Gallery in the Park, Solo Exhibit, (June 1 – August 10), Altona, MB.
2012 - “Holy Ground,” Inner City Youth Alive, Solo Exhibit, (October 12), Winnipeg, MB.
2012 - “Indescribable: it is about murder,” Mennonite Heritage Art Gallery, Group Exhibit, (January 27), Winnipeg, MB.
2008 - “Resilience,” Mennonite Heritage Art Gallery, Group Exhibition, Winnipeg, MB.
2002 - “(Dis)Comfort,” Mennonite Heritage Art Gallery, Group Exhibition, Winnipeg, MB.
Education:
2005 – Jordan Van Sewell series of classes in advanced sculpting with clay.