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Okanagan artists 'give voice to paint' with upcoming Kelowna art show – Vernon Morning Star – Vernon Morning Star
Between James Postill and five of his fellow Okanagan artists, there’s enough creativity to fill a warehouse. And in a month’s time, they’ll be doing just that.
Postill, along with professional artists Kathy Hale, Barb Hanington, Diana Palmer, Rod McAuley and Karen Rempel, will be hosting the Art Warehouse event in Kelowna at 2600 Acland Road No. 8, from May 28 to 29.
Guests are invited to come browse or purchase original works of art, with a chance to meet the artists and enjoy live music and refreshments.
“It’s an incredible honor to be part of a show with such high caliber artists. I feel like I’ve joined a super-group,” Postill said. “Now that we can have art venues again, I’m really looking forward to seeing what the public response will be to this richly diverse body of artwork that will available for sale.”
The show’s tagline is “professional artists giving voice to paint,” and each artist has their own unique voice to express.
“This event is especially exciting for me as I am showing new work that is more expressionist in style, falling somewhere between representational and abstraction,” said Hale. “I am really pleased to be showing with such a talented group of professional artists.”
Palmer will be bringing her Glass Landscapes series to the event.
The wine glasses she depicts have clear ties to the Okanagan Valley, “but more importantly they symbolize the ‘fragility’ of the landscapes reflected within,” she said. “Everyone knows that a wine glass must be handled with care as it is easy to break. I would like people to think of our environment in the same way so that our fragile landscapes will be respected and preserved for future generations.”
Nearly all of the artists are members of the Federation of Canadian Artists and will be putting decades of painting experience on display.
“I have been painting landscapes for over 30 years and am thrilled to participate in this warehouse event,” said McAuley, an active member of the federation and and a past president of the Central Okanagan Chapter.
Postill, who’s been a member of the federation for 12 years, recently got some exciting news. He was one of very few artists to be promoted from “active artist” status to “senior” status, jumping up two levels within the federation at once.
His most recent series uses an airbrush technique to create scenes abstracted by water-like patterns — the kind of light distortions seen when looking through a window on a rainy day.
He remembers driving around backcountry roads looking for subject matter during rainfall, and suddenly seeing the view through his windshield afresh.
“Suddenly I really saw it for the first time. I saw rivulets of water coming down and splitting colours in the background into different slices of colour — a pine tree became abstract rivers of greens and oranges, and I just saw how it affected objects and light. Suddenly a light turned on.”
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Guests will be able to enter a free draw to win an original painting.
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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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