Cassandra Van Buekenhout is a 24-year-old printmaking artist whose work creates bold, linear visual experiences inspired by Saskatchewan’s natural beauty and a desire to evoke memories of growing up on the Prairies.  Born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, Cassandra moved to Saskatoon in 2019 to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) Degree focusing on photography.  

  During her first semester, Cassandra took a beginner printmaking class and was instantly captivated by the multi- step process.  She soon shifted her primary focus to printmaking, while continuing photography as a recreational pursuit.  ​

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   Throughout her University years, Cassandra participated in her first art residency at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo in 2023 and donated her artwork to several non-profit organizations including Carmichael Outreach, NDP Sock Hop Silent Auction, and Tantrix Body Art Silent Auction. She has earned multiple awards at Saskatchewan Art Showcase during the Saskatoon Exhibition, is an active member of Saskatchewan Printmakers, and has sold her artwork at prominent markets such as the Tiger Lily Market at the Remai Modern, Art in the Park, Gardenscape, and Elevate the Season.  

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    In June 2024, Cassandra graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) Degree with High Honours. She has sincebecome a juried member of The Saskatchewan Craft Council and has begun teaching art classes in Saskatoon at The Refinery and Nefeflibata, all while striving to refine her own printmaking practice.