Alexis Marie Chute Named 2024 Award of Creative Excellence Recipient

STONY PLAIN, AB: Alexis Marie Chute was awarded the Town of Stony Plain’s Award of Creative Excellence last evening at the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Awards of Distinction. This prestigious award celebrates individuals, organizations, non-profits, and businesses that significantly contribute to social and cultural cohesion, community identity, creative economic sustainability, and local tourism.

Each year, nominations for the Award of Creative Excellence are open to the community, and the selection process is carried out by the Cultural Roundtable. This year’s nominees included DRC Music, Parkland Potters’ Guild, Skydancer Indigenous Cultural Society and winner Alexis Marie Chute.

Alexis Marie Chute is an award-winning artist, bestselling author, photographer, filmmaker, art curator, public speaker, and is renowned for her innovative and boundary-pushing work. Her book, Memorable Murals: The Visual History of the Town of Stony Plain, Alberta, published in 2023, captures the heart and history of Stony Plain's celebrated mural program. Her book tells the story of the mural program, the artists’ inspirations, struggles, and triumphs, and provides insight into the power of public art and the fascinating world of murals. Memorable Murals is a celebration of Stony Plain’s culture, art, and the undeniable power of community, reminding us that some stories are best told on a grand scale.

“Alexis Marie Chute has made a lasting impact on Stony Plain through her creativity and passion,” says Mayor William Choy. “Her ability to inspire and bring people together through her work is a testament to the power of creativity in fostering a strong, connected community.”

“By capturing the essence of our mural program in Memorable Murals, Alexis Marie Chute has provided a lasting tribute to our community’s commitment to public art,” says Culture and Tourism Development Officer Chantelle Laberge. “Her work strengthens the cultural fabric of Stony Plain and reminds us of the importance of storytelling through art.”

For more information about Alexis Marie Chute, visit her website at www.alexismariechute.com. Visit the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce to learn more about the Business Awards of Distinction and view this year’s finalists.