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Grenfell Campus panel to host Coast Salish Art in conversation with Mi’kmaq – SaltWire Network
CORNER BROOK, N.L. —
The Grenfell Campus Art Gallery is hosting a symposium this week consisting of a panel to place Coast Salish and Mi’kmaq artists in conversation.
The three-day conference, taking place Jan. 10-12, is part of the university’s Salish Weave exhibition.
It is free and open to everyone.
The Coast Salish native peoples are Indigenous to the lower mainland of Vancouver and southern tip of Vancouver Island, B.C. They have a distinct formal tradition in art that European settlement obscured through colonization.
Coast Salish artist and scholar Dylan Thomas, Mi’kmaw artists Emily Critch, Jordan Bennett and Meagan Musseau, and Innu artist Melissa Tremblett are participating in the symposium along with Prof. Ingrid Percy, visual arts program, Grenfell Campus, and Matthew Hills, director, Grenfell Campus Art Gallery.
Western Newfoundland, noted Hills, is home to several Mi’kmaq and Innu artists recovering and reclaiming cultural and aesthetic traditions Indigenous to Eastern Canada, including Newfoundland, and Labrador. Several of them are alumnae of Memorial University and Grenfell’s visual arts program in various stages of their artistic career.
Between 2014 and 2017, Memorial University’s art collection received a donation of three box sets of Coast Salish serigraph prints from the Salish Weave Collection of George and Christiane Smyth of Victoria, B.C.
Box Set I, II and III, also in the collection of the National Gallery of Canada, include the work of internationally recognized Coast Salish artists and represent the ongoing work of the Salish Wave Collection to contribute to the revival of Coast Salish art.
In his essay exploring the critical context of the Salish Weave prints, keynote speaker and Coastal Salish artist Dylan Thomas notes “contemporary Indigenous artists working in the realm of traditional art occupy an interesting space in the creative world by trying to simultaneously draw equal inspiration from the future and the past; like a cedar tree growing in the rain forest, parts of their spirit digs deeply into the rich and nutritious soil of their artistic heritage, which allows the rest of their spirit to grow and reach towards the infinite possibilities of the open sky. This blending of deep history with infinite possibility is epitomized by the current state of Coast Salish art.”
For more information about the exhibition, visit the gallery website.
Full symposium schedule
Friday, Jan. 10
(Grenfell Campus, Arts and Science Extension lecture theatre AS2026)
– 5-6:30 p.m.: CBAWA Drummers Welcome Song
– 6:45 p.m.: Opening Remarks by Ingrid and Matthew
– 7-8 p.m.: Keynote by Dylan Thomas
Saturday, Jan. 11
(Grenfell Campus, Arts and Science Extension lecture theatre AS 2026)
– 9:30-10 a.m.: Refreshments
– 10 a.m.: How Land Language Translates into Visual Language
– 10-10:40 a.m.: Meagan Musseau
– 10:50-11:30 a.m.: Marcus Gosse
– 11:40 a.m.-12:20 p.m.: Jordan Bennett
– 12:30 p.m.: Lunch Break
– 2 p.m.: Deep History with Infinite Possibility panel discussion
– 2-3 p.m.: Jordan Bennett, Marcus Gosse, Emily Critch, Meagan Musseau, Dylan Thomas in conversation with Ingrid Mary Percy and Matthew Hills
– 3-4 p.m.: Participating artists will be in gallery for informal conversation (with refreshments available)
– 4-4:15 p.m.: Closing remarks
Sunday, Jan. 12
(Grenfell Art Gallery, Fine Arts Building)
– 10 a.m.-12 p.m.: Shared Making in the Gallery (led by artist Melissa Tremblett)
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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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