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An Edmonton artist pinged Simu Liu about buying some art. Now there's a mural in the actor's home – CBC.ca
Rahmaan Hameed was scrolling through Instagram when he saw a New Year’s Day post from Canadian actor Simu Liu at a game of the New Taipei Kings professional basketball team.
The Edmonton artist is a huge fan of Liu, the first Asian superhero to lead a Marvel film in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, and a self-professed Marvel enthusiast.
He’s also not shy about drumming up business for the vivid, contemporary paintings and murals that he creates. “Gotta get you some art this year bro,” Hameed wrote in a comment on Liu’s post.
Apparently Liu agreed.
“He messaged me in the morning and I’m like, ‘OK, this is not real,'” Hameed told CBC’s Edmonton AM. “There’s no way this is happening.”
Liu, who will be hosting the Juno Awards taking place in Edmonton this month, was looking for a custom mural for his home gym in Los Angeles.
The two messaged back and forth on ideas before settling on the design: an anime-like depiction of Liu’s Shang-Chi persona flanked by Dragon Ball Z‘s Goku on one side and Los Angeles basketball great Kobe Bryant on the other.
“The whole concept was pretty much anime-related, superhero-related — and he’s a big basketball fan,” Hameed said.
On Feb. 20, Hameed flew down to L.A. to install the mural — a task that came with a new set of challenges.
A piece of this scale and details would usually take Hameed up to two weeks but he had it finished in three days.
“I was a little nervous. Like, this is one of my biggest clients to date,” he said.
“And I’m not painting a canvas, I’m painting his house, so [there’s] no margin for error.”
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Rahmaan Hameed is back from Los Angeles after painting a mural for Canadian actor Simu Liu.
Hameed has been painting and sketching his whole life, but launched his professional art career in 2015.
Since then, his clientele has grown to include professional athletes in the NBA, NHL, actors and influencers. Like Liu, many became customers after Hameed drew attention to himself on their social media feeds.
His work can also be seen around Edmonton at places like the Seoul Fried Chicken restaurant in Old Strathcona, Kingsway Mall and — much to Hameed’s delight — J. Percy Page high school, where he’d been a student.
“They commissioned me to pretty much create three large scale murals for their math, social studies and the language arts departments,” he said.
It was a full-circle moment when his high school became his first big commission as an artist, he said.
“When you see these projects that come your way, when you see your work in the public space, it makes the journey and the hard work worth it.”
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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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