About Jane
Jane Reväe McWhirter (she/her) is a visual artist from Saskatoon, SK, Treaty 6 Territory. Jane received her BFA in Studio Arts from Concordia University in Montreal, majoring in painting and ceramics but exploring everything from embroidery to sound-based installation.
Jane uses art as an outlet, exploring various mediums while channelling emotion into her work. Her work explores themes of healing, vulnerability, connection, growth, mental health, feminine energy, and flora and fauna. Her soft, spooky style can be found in paintings, pottery, prints, stickers, stationery, and more.
As a child, I sold drawings of flowers door-to-door; creating creepy art helped me through tough teenage years and being creative played a pivotal role in disrupting the self-destructive path I was on in my early 20s.
For the past 16 years, my practice has been centred around active self-care and healing through art-making. When I am not doing well, I create artwork to soothe myself. This work is a refuge - a place for me to release energy and calm my mind. When I am doing better mentally, I create expressive, personal, and cathartic pieces. This work is significant and helps me understand myself. I’ve always felt like they were separate processes and that one was more valuable than the other, but I know they cannot exist separately. When I am unwell, art takes care of me; when I am thriving, art challenges me and helps me grow. I am so grateful for this balance.
“I've commissioned a few pieces from Jane, including a poster for a recent event that exceeded my expectations! Would definitely recommend and Jane is super flexible for any personal or professional commission needs if you're looking for something unique.
—Jayne Malenfant
“Getting to see Jane's artwork is much like hearing her secrets. She puts so much of herself into her work in a very intimate and expressive way. There is no limitation between her creativity and her technical and natural talent. Her works are seamlessly transferred from mind to page.”
— Alexa Smith
“Jane is an incredibly versatile and prolific artist who is very approachable and easy to work with. Her creativity impresses me, and her skills have been honed to precision over years of extremely dedicated production. Jane is a fearless and ever-evolving artist.”
— Candice Grosenick
Testimonials
“Jane was very professional and reliable and her creative ability exceeded the expectations I had. The final product is one that I am incredibly happy with, and I look forward to working with her again.”
— Lenore Maier
“I felt part of your journey taking it all in and inspired to know where my vulnerabilities are, how I cope with them and know that it will be something to constantly work at. The work was so personal, but at the same time it speaks and relates to everyone.”
— Liane Lanzar
“[Jane’s work] has all the creepy vibes I loved as a teen but also the softness I crave as an adult, a rare and satisfying balance! Thank you for sharing.”
— Artemis
December 2024 | Written by NBXE Board
Nuit Blanche Saskatoon bids a fond farewell to Jane McWhirter, whose vision, passion, and dedication as the Curator for Nuit Blanche Saskatoon profoundly shaped the festival from 2020 to 2024, curating five festivals.
September 2023 | Interview with Em Ironstar
Arts Everywhere podcast Jane Reväe McWhirter, the curator of Nuit Blanche Saskatoon (NBYXE), which takes place on Treaty 6 Territory. It’s the 10th anniversary of the festival.
April 2019 | Article by Céline Cardineau
Yiara Magazine is a student-run, undergraduate feminist art publication based in Montreal. My Ceramic Witch & Altar were featured in Vol 7. on pages 32-35.
May 2016 | Interview with Shauna Powers
Art Leader Jane McWhirter and SCYAP's Urban Canvas Participants Lisa Lam and Tristan Favel speak with CBC Radio's Shauna Powers. They talk about their journeys with the Urban Canvas Project, changes and their final exhibit.
Urban Canvas | Interview
January 2016 | The Urban Canvas program was launched to help "at-risk" individuals develop life skills through art. This documentary interviews some of the first participants from UCP 10 and UCP 11.
SaskScapes | Podcast
November 2015 | Past SCYAP Urban Canvas Project participants share the personal impact the Urban Canvas Program has on their lives.
U of S Artists' work links campus and community
August 2015 | Article by Michael Robin
Jane McWhirter has discovered art has great power to change, to heal, to grow—and she is working to share that power.
Art connects U of S campus to Saskatoon’s core
Sept 2015 | Article by Kayleigh Donovan
The Sheaf, University of Saskatchewan’s Newspaper since 1912 interviewed Jane about her connections between the U of S and the core of Saskatoon.
SCYAP Changes lives | TV
March 2014 | Shaw TV’s As a teenager, Jane McWhirter struggled with drugs, eat disorders and much more - until she found Saskatoon's SCYAP organization, and with it a new outlook on life.
January 2014 | Emerging artist Jane McWhirter has developed a Toon’s Kitchen project by drawing content directly from the “public” yet virtual space of an online dating website.
August 2012 | Local ex-carnie reveals truth about carnival life in shocking tell-all. It’s me… yes I ran away with the carnival.