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Five Saskatoon gallery exhibitions to visit in March – Saskatoon Star-Phoenix
Saskatoon art this month includes high school and university student and staff works, nature, augmented reality and performance scores.
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Local and national visual artists share their unique world interpretations through various media in galleries around Saskatoon. Exhibitions this month include works in sculpture, painting, photography, video, augmented reality and performance. Here are five galleries with shows running in March:
THE GALLERY AT FRANCES MORRISON CENTRAL LIBRARY
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The Gallery at Frances Morrison Central Library presents A Journey through Mapping Nature’s Colours: Researching Canadian Plants that Gift Their Image through Botanical Printing, by Canadian artist Bonny Macnab, until March 14.
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In researching botanical printing, Macnab found a deeper connection to the land and an emotional link through sense memory. This research led to a unique blend of science, soil, environment and artistry in her work.
“My work is inspired by many women like Maibe Maroccolo of Brazil (mapping colour in her country), India Flint (eco-colour), as well as Carol Snyder. Most importantly, I am inspired by my grandmother, an unknown artist born in the early 1920s, who inspired my sense of curiosity and ability to explore and create,” Macnab said.
The Gallery is located on the second floor of the library on 23rd Street West. A closing reception is March 14, 6-8 p.m. Information is available at saskatoonlibrary.ca.
THE GALLERY/ART PLACEMENT INC.
The Gallery/Art Placement Inc. presents Spring Cleaning, featuring works by the staff and sessional lecturers in the Department of Art and Art History at the University of Saskatchewan, until March 16.
Artists include Joseph Anderson, Steve Bates, Terry Billings, Patrick Bulas, Ann Donald, Jasmin Fookes, Jesse Fulcher Gagnon, Xiao Han, Clint Hunker, Shelby Lund, Todd Lyons, Grant McConnell, Barbara Reimer, Frances Robson, Jordan Schwab, Jacob Semko, Laura St. Pierre, and Shawn Zheng.
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“Spring Cleaning is the 16th group exhibition by staff and sessional instructors working in the U of S Art & Art History Department. The incredible artwork displayed at The Gallery/Art Placement Inc. highlights the exceptional talent and dedication of these artists and educators,” exhibition coordinator Patrick Bulas said.
The Gallery/Art Placement Inc. is located at 238 Third Avenue South. Information is available at artplacement.com.
PAVED ARTS
Cardboard Coo-Coo by Andrei Feheregyhazi runs at PAVED Arts March 15 to April 20.
Through a series of cardboard clocks looking into the daily life of a robot, the interactive augmented reality exhibition aims to inspire a sense of exploration, discovery and adventure within the viewer. Experiences can be personalized based on how a viewer approaches each section.
“We are very excited about staging this solo exhibition of Andrei Feheregyhazi’s augmented reality artwork. Not only is Andrei a popular artist who lives and works in Saskatoon, but his work is engaging and somewhat magical for people of every age. Aptly entitled ‘Carboard Coo-coo,’ the artwork spans our shared window, gallery and billboard spaces, springing to life at various points with playful animations. It’s bound to be a showstopper,” artistic director David LaRiviere said.
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PAVED Arts is located at 424 20th Street West. Information is available at pavedarts.ca.
GALLERY ON THE GREENS
The Gallery on the Greens presents Ceramic Transformations until April 30. The exhibition features sculptures by Aden Bowman Collegiate students that represent metamorphosis through vessel forms. Student artists include Connor Merson-Davies, Charlie Briand, Danica Epp and Lucy Glyn-Jones.
“There are endless possibilities when working with clay which is what I love about it. It gives you a chance to make your imagination part of reality,” Briand said.
“We were asked to create a piece that represented metamorphic vessels, which made me think about metamorphosis in the real world where humans and nature interact like we see in ancient ruins,” Epp added.
“(My) piece is really special to me as I put a lot of thought and effort into it. It represents a time in my life where I went through a lot of growth,” Merson-Davies said.
The Gallery on the Greens is located in Market Mall, 2325 Preston Avenue. Information is available at moniqueart.com.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern features Other Arrangements: Poetics of the Performance Score until Sept. 22 in the Feature Gallery.
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Artists created new works in response to the malleable form of the performance score, which has no defined rules. The range of artistic responses includes open-ended invitations, playful proposals and poetic appeals to the body and weather.
“The exhibition highlights the ways artists use performance scores to stretch the imagination, to invoke action and possibility. We are excited to work with local artists, dancers and musicians to bring these works to life, many being performed in Saskatoon for the first time,” curator of performance and public practice Troy Gronsdahl said.
Remai Modern is located at 102 Spadina Crescent East. Information is available at remaimodern.org.
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Somerset House Fire: Courtauld Gallery Reopens, Rest of Landmark Closed
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.
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Sudbury art, music festival celebrating milestone
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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