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Art exhibit features sculptures Saskatoon artist created from descriptions of lost objects – CBC.ca
A Saskatoon artist is using stoneware monuments to recreate lost objects — or at least her vision of them.
The Imagined Objects exhibit at the Art Gallery of Regina features sculptures and drawings by Saskatchewan artists Jessica Morgun and Tamara Rusnak.
Morgun’s stoneware monuments are created from her vision of a lost item participants described to her. She interviewed local community members in February about lost items, asking people to describe the objects while focusing on non-visual senses.
“I had them remember it just in terms of how it felt in their hands, what it smelt like, even what it tasted like, kind of like a material memory of the object,” Morgun told CBC Radio’s Saskatchewan Weekend.
“From that description, I created these stoneware pieces that try to represent what they described to me and become kind of the object’s second life,” she said.
She even asked participants to imagine putting the object, or part of it, in their mouth.
“One person described how the longer it stayed in her mouth, the more it started to disintegrate and kind of fall apart,” she said.
“I thought that was really interesting and evocative, so thinking about something that was kind of frail and porous that could possibly start crumbling when it encounters moisture.”
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When Saskatoon’s Jessica Morgun created her art for this show, she asked people to describe a beloved object they had lost without telling her what it was. She explains to host Shauna Powers how she brought those lost treasures to life again in clay. 10:30
Morgun said there are also text panels on the wall of the exhibit with one or two sentences explaining the description she was given, then people at the exhibit can try to find which sculpture the text panel is explaining.
“They get to kind of play the guessing game and use their imaginations as well,” she said.
Morgun also gets to play a guessing game of sorts, as she doesn’t know what many of the lost objects actually are.
“I like not knowing because it keeps the mystery around those objects and it makes them a little bit more special or sacred,” she said.
However, Morgun said some participants preferred to tell her what the object was as a way of saying goodbye to it.
She said on one occasion the sculpture she created was very different from the object that was being described, while another time she had a pretty good idea of what was being described but didn’t want to make an exact replica.
“I try to kind of remove myself from a guess when I’m making the object because, of course, the point is not to make a copy of the object. It’s to kind of get the feeling of the object,” she said.
‘Poignant and absurd’
The Art Gallery of Regina described Morgun’s stoneware monuments to lost belongings as “poignant and absurd” in a news release about the exhibit.
“I think those are great adjectives,” she said.
“Some interesting things happen with the challenge of translating these lost things into stoneware.… Some of these objects are malleable, they’re soft, or they have fur, or they have qualities that are really difficult to translate into clay.”
Morgun said for one sculpture she tried to create a soft and pliable texture that had tiny tendril using what’s called an extruder, which essentially makes long strings similar to spaghetti noodles.
“What it ended up looking like was just a bunch of ramen noodles,” she said with a laugh.
When the exhibit ends, Morgun said she’s going to return the sculptures to participants as a way to help replace the missing item or give it a second life.
“Even though some of the objects are silly, some of the lost things look kind of humorous, it is about loss and it is about grieving,” she said, noting that participants often described objects that represented an important time or relationship in their life.
“I feel like people found it a valuable grieving experience, a way to say goodbye to the object, but also look forward to a new life for that thing — or at least the memory of that thing — and kind of reflect on the human relationships and connections that that object really represents.”
Imagined Objects runs from Aug. 6 to Sept. 26 at the Art Gallery of Regina.
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The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House has reopened its doors to the public after a fire swept through the historic building in central London. While the gallery has resumed operations, the rest of the iconic site remains closed “until further notice.”
On Saturday, approximately 125 firefighters were called to the scene to battle the blaze, which sent smoke billowing across the city. Fortunately, the fire occurred in a part of the building not housing valuable artworks, and no injuries were reported. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the fire.
Despite the disruption, art lovers queued outside the gallery before it reopened at 10:00 BST on Sunday. One visitor expressed his relief, saying, “I was sad to see the fire, but I’m relieved the art is safe.”
The Clark family, visiting London from Washington state, USA, had a unique perspective on the incident. While sightseeing on the London Eye, they watched as firefighters tackled the flames. Paul Clark, accompanied by his wife Jiorgia and their four children, shared their concern for the safety of the artwork inside Somerset House. “It was sad to see,” Mr. Clark told the BBC. As a fan of Vincent Van Gogh, he was particularly relieved to learn that the painter’s famous Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear had not been affected by the fire.
Blaze in the West Wing
The fire broke out around midday on Saturday in the west wing of Somerset House, a section of the building primarily used for offices and storage. Jonathan Reekie, director of Somerset House Trust, assured the public that “no valuable artefacts or artworks” were located in that part of the building. By Sunday, fire engines were still stationed outside as investigations into the fire’s origin continued.
About Somerset House
Located on the Strand in central London, Somerset House is a prominent arts venue with a rich history dating back to the Georgian era. Built on the site of a former Tudor palace, the complex is known for its iconic courtyard and is home to the Courtauld Gallery. The gallery houses a prestigious collection from the Samuel Courtauld Trust, showcasing masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Among the notable works are pieces by impressionist legends such as Edouard Manet, Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, and Vincent Van Gogh.
Somerset House regularly hosts cultural exhibitions and public events, including its popular winter ice skating sessions in the courtyard. However, for now, the venue remains partially closed as authorities ensure the safety of the site following the fire.
Art lovers and the Somerset House community can take solace in knowing that the invaluable collection remains unharmed, and the Courtauld Gallery continues to welcome visitors, offering a reprieve amid the disruption.
Sudbury’s annual art and music festival is marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating its long-standing impact on the local cultural scene. The festival, which has grown from a small community event to a major celebration of creativity, brings together artists, musicians, and visitors from across the region for a weekend of vibrant performances and exhibitions.
The event features a diverse range of activities, from live music performances to art installations, workshops, and interactive exhibits that highlight both emerging and established talent. This year’s milestone celebration will also honor the festival’s history by showcasing some of the artists and performers who have contributed to its success over the years.
Organizers are excited to see how the festival has evolved, becoming a cornerstone of Sudbury’s cultural landscape. “This festival is a celebration of creativity, community, and the incredible talent we have here in Sudbury,” said one of the event’s coordinators. “It’s amazing to see how it has grown and the impact it continues to have on the arts community.”
With this year’s milestone celebration, the festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a full lineup of exciting events, workshops, and performances that will inspire and engage attendees of all ages.
The festival’s milestone is not just a reflection of its past success but a celebration of the continued vibrancy of Sudbury’s arts scene.
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