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Former Smithereen wins Sobey Art Award – Smithers Interior News
An artist who grew up in Smithers but now lives in San Francisco has just won a prestigious art award after the guidelines for winning were changed because of COVID-19.
The Sobey Art Award normally gives out a total of $240,000 in prize money, including a top prize of $100,000 for the winner. Each of the four finalists received $25,000, and the other longlisted artists received $2,000 each.
However this year, because the pandemic made selecting and celebrating winners difficult, 25 Canadian artists were awarded $25,000 each.
Tsēmā Igharas (formerly Tamara Skubovius, but has since gotten married and uses her Tahltan name) was one of them.
“I found out that I won this week,” she said. “The surprise was the long list but the shock was from doing things differently than other years, it didn’t really register that it was happening. It set a precedent in the art world and it is a massive gesture from the organization to support 25 artists at this time,” she said.
According to the National Gallery of Canada’s website, The Sobey Art Award is the pre-eminent prize for Canadian artists 40 and under.
Igharas was raised in Smithers and then attended Emily Carr University before obtaining her Masters Degree from OCAD (Ontario College of Art and Design) University in Toronto.
Her practice uses Potlatch methodology to create conceptual artwork connecting materials to mine sites and bodies to the land.
Igharas was recently attending an Indigenous artist conference in Sydney Australia when Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Canadians home because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“When I was coming home, I decided not go home to San Fransisco because they were one of the first cities in America to close everything down and I decided to wait it out at my parents’ place in Smithers,” she said.
She is still in Smithers waiting for the borders to open so she can go back home and be reunited with her husband.
Aside from getting quality time with her family, she has been growing a garden and baking bread and is starting to make art again.
“I think I went through a bit of shock. I had to isolate for two weeks because of being over overseas. I’ve been here for more than a month.”
This award and the prize money is coming at a good time for her as Igharas was recently laid off from a job that she had for seven years and all of her projects have been cancelled or delayed.
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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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