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Charmaine Nelson to give Art Talk on Nov. 15 in Charlottetown – The Journal Pioneer
CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. —
The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG), in collaboration with the Faculty of Arts at UPEI, welcomes guest lecturer Charmaine A. Nelson, who will give a presentation on Nov. 15 at the gallery.
Nelson, a professor of art history with Halifax’s NSCAD University, is also a Canada research chair in transatlantic Black diasporic art and community engagement and serves as the founding director of the Institute for the Study of Canadian Slavery with NSCAD.
She will discuss representations of slavery in Canadian visual culture, the challenges of research in a field with an almost non-existent archive and the direction of a new academic institution.
She will also present portions of her paper, Fugitive Slave Advertisements and/as Portraiture in late 18th- and early 19th-century Canada.
Her arrival in this region is wonderful news, says CCAG director Kevin Rice, who adds it’s an honour to be able to host her talk at the gallery.
The gallery is also looking forward to working with her in the future, as her research is particularly timely as Canada is undergoing a critical re-examination of its history, including the presence of slavery and its racializing aftermath in what has so often been described as a beacon of equality.
“The echoes of these events are still with us and foregrounding the work of scholars like Dr. Nelson is a way we can contribute to a better understanding of how we got to this point.”
Due to COVID-19 health precautions, space is limited for this event, and registration is now full. Patrons can have their name added to a waiting list by contacting Tamara Steele at [email protected].
Nelson has made ground-breaking contributions to the fields of the visual culture of slavery, race and representation and Black Canadian studies and has published seven books in these areas. She has also worked with a variety of media and, most recently, was the Mackenzie King visiting professor of Canadian studies at Harvard University (2017-18).
Found throughout the transatlantic world, fugitive slave advertisements demonstrate the frequency of African resistance to slavery. Produced by white slave owners seeking to recapture their property, these advertisements included textual descriptions that were also fundamentally visual and comprise an archive of very dubious, unauthorized portraits that have come to stand as “the most detailed descriptions of the bodies of enslaved African Americans available”, according to Nelson’s research.
Besides noting things like names, speech, accents and skills, fugitive slave notices frequently recounted the dress, branding and even the gestures and expressions of runaways. Nelson explores the juxtaposition of high art representations of enslaved Africans with the textual descriptions of enslaved people’s bodies and positions these visuals as one part of the colonial infrastructure that sustained the racialized distinction between free and unfree populations.
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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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