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Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery is currently hosting exhibits by Belinda Harrow & David Milne – moosejawtoday.com
Two different styles from two different eras of Saskatchewan landscape art are currently on display at the Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery. Belinda Harrow’s work occupies the front of the gallery with sculptures, drawings, and paintings representing animal and human interactions and overlaps in and around Regina. It is titled Unsettled.
“I think people will really enjoy them,” Jennifer McRorie, Director/Curator at MJMAG says, “they have a lot of whimsy and humor, but they also have deeply layered meanings, political themes, themes surrounding land and animals, and indigenous themes around indigenous use of the land and colonialism.”
Harrow is a highly-educated Saskatchewan artist who has taught at the Design and Art College of New Zealand and been a guest lecturer in Beijing, China and Ahmedabad, India. Working across a wide variety of art mediums, she has had exhibits across Canada, and in New Zealand, the UK, China, and Thailand. Some of her work is part of the permanent collection of the Yukon Government. She lives and works in Regina.
At the back of the gallery is an extensive display of David Milne’s art on loan from the Art Gallery of Windsor. Its curator Chris Finn will be participating in an Artist’s Talk hosted by MJMAG this Wednesday at 7:00pm. The link to the virtual talk can be found on the Gallery’s current exhibitions page.
Milne’s art was, “Pretty ahead of its time, approaching landscape in abstract ways,” McRorie comments. “He was involved during his time with making work with the Group of Seven, whom most people have heard of. But he also studied in New York and was heavily influenced by the abstract experimentation taking place there just prior to WWI.”
Milne continues to have a heavy influence on Saskatchewan landscape painting. The exhibit, titled ‘Blazes Along the Trail’: Exploring David Milne’s Imaginative Vision, also explores his history, legacy, and current influence.
The current lobby exhibit is from MJMAG’s permanent collection, and is called Shibui: Rob Froese, Shoji Hamada, Jack Sures, Randy Woolsey. It showcases ceramics by Canadian and Japanese artists. Those wishing to see Shibui should go soon, as it will leave the lobby on Sep. 26th.
The Heritage Gallery has a deeply moving new exhibit called Lost Children of the Residential School System, incorporating community-contributed objects from the display at St. Andrew’s United Church, which was in response to the recent revelations surrounding residential school system abuses.
Finally, MJMAG is looking forward to once again hosting the Moose Jaw Art Guild’s annual exhibition. Titled Looking Out My Window, it will run from Nov. 12 to January 9.
Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery’s hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00pm. They also have special hours on Wednesdays from 10:00am to noon specifically for seniors and immunocompromised individuals.
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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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