Thank You, Amber Rooke!
On June 20, 2026, The Works Art & Design Festival celebrated Amber Rooke’s two decades of dedication to the festival.
On behalf of the Board of The Works International Visual Arts Society, we want to recognize Amber Rooke, our Executive Artistic Director of The Works Art & Design Festival.
Amber has dedicated over 20 years to The Works, having held her current leadership position for 14 seasons and helped shape the organization, support artists, and build meaningful connections through the Festival.
Amber has let us know that this will be her last festival season. Her leadership and commitment has had a lasting impact on both The Works and Edmonton’s arts community, and we’re incredibly grateful for all that Amber has contributed to The Works Art & Design Festival.
““It may be hard to imagine, but this is my 22nd festival. In that time I’ve worked with so many of you - thoughtful, engaged, and energetic collaborators. You, artists, colleagues, works to work-ers, festival friends, and folks who bring other experiences into the arts to be part of this special project. Your presence has been so meaningful to me, and I hope you will come see me at this, my final Works Festival.” ”
Thank you, Amber. On behalf of The Works Board, staff team, and volunteers, we thank you for your years of dedication and commitment to The Works Society and our greater community