Intimate Arts & Fashion Gala Night: Art Exhibit | Cocktails | Runway

An evening of art, fashion and connection celebrating Kwakwaka'wakw carver Ross Henderson and launching his newest Collector Collection. About the evening The gala is a night to bring people together around Indigenous art — to meet, connect and see Ross Henderson's work come to life on the runway. Guests move through an intimate exhibit of original carvings and canvases, then watch a fashion showcase featuring limited-edition collector pieces inspired by his designs. The night marks the launch of the newest Collector Collection. It is built for collectors, creatives, founders, sponsors and community members who want a meaningful room to network in. What to expect • Art exhibit: Original canvases and carvings by Ross Henderson, displayed gallery-style • Live jazz: A jazz band sets the mood through the exhibit and cocktail hour • Fashion showcase: A runway of limited-edition collector pieces carrying his designs • DJ: A DJ soundtracks the runway and keeps the energy up into the late evening • Cocktails & bites: Meet the artist and RHNA's creative partners over drinks and small bites • Networking: Connect with guests, sponsors and ambassadors • Collection launch: First look at the newest Collector Collection Music: live jazz for the first half of the night, then a DJ from the runway show onward. About the artist Ross Henderson is a Kwakwaka'wakw carver who has been carving seriously since 2002, working in the traditional Kwakwaka'wakw style. • Born: October 12, 1970, in Alert Bay, BC; now lives in Fort Rupert, BC • Influences: inspired as a teenager by his brother, Jonathan Henderson; works alongside Kwakwaka'wakw artist Trevor Hunt • Known for: masks (including Hamat'sa masks), paddles, red cedar panels and bentwood boxes • Materials: red cedar, yellow cedar and cedar bark • Recurring figures: Eagle, Raven, Thunderbird, Killerwhale, Wolf, Bear, Salmon, Hummingbird, Moon and Sun • Notable commission: in 2015 he carved a double-sided paddle, commissioned through Lattimer Gallery, for Rocky Mountaineer's 25th anniversary His work is represented by Lattimer Gallery in Vancouver, where carved paddles start at $300 CAD and red cedar panels reach $4,800 CAD. Guest information RSVP: reserve your spot! Space is limited — it's an intimate evening. Dress code: black & white formal attire. Think tuxedos, suits, gowns and elegant cocktail dresses in black, white or both. Getting there: Tee Bee Event Room, 6320 6 Street SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2B7. FAQ • Can I buy art at the event? Collector Collection pieces will be presented on the night; ask the RHNA team about availability. • Who should attend? Art lovers, collectors, creatives, entrepreneurs, founders and sponsors — anyone who wants to be part of something meaningful, connect with Calgary's arts community and experience Indigenous art up close. • Can I bring a guest? Confirm on the RSVP page. Open questions to confirm: ticket price or free entry, guest/plus-one policy, parking, age restriction (alcohol served), and an accessibility contact.