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Black Reflections Art Gallery 2021 features Sydney Academy graduate for virtual show – TheChronicleHerald.ca
SYDNEY, N.S. —
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the Black Reflections Art Gallery to move to an online format this year.
The virtual event hasn’t stopped the many talented students within the Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre for Education from creating beautiful artwork for the annual show which marks African Heritage Month.
“The students really enjoy doing it and the students are really proud of themselves and the art they exhibit,” said school support worker Dionne Romard, who has been overseeing the art gallery for four years.
“We don’t want the students to miss a year. They really love doing it.”
Launched on Feb. 24, the virtual gallery features the artwork of dozens of students from across the centre for education in a video slide underneath the 11 pieces done by this year’s featured artist Serena Delaney.
ART’S FOR EVERYONE
A Grade 12 student at Sydney Academy, Delaney took an interest in drawing in elementary school. It was the first time the Whitney Pier teenager took art classes and the piece she created specifically for the Black Reflections Art Gallery was the first time Delaney had painted on canvas.
“I felt like I didn’t want to go too big or crazy,” Delaney said about her painting of a silhouette of a woman carrying a basket on her head with the blazing sun as a backdrop.
“I felt it fit the bill pretty good (for the Black Reflections Art Gallery) … I looked on Google for inspiration. There were a lot of images like that, with the sun and the bright colours. I wanted warm tones for my painting.”
The other 10 pieces Delaney is exhibiting are done in pencil crayons or watercolours and were completed throughout the school year in her art class.
“I was really happy (when I was chosen as featured artist). I was surprised. I felt honoured,” said Delaney, who graduates in the spring and eventually hopes to have a career in social services.
“My mom was really happy. She said she was proud.”
Delaney hopes other people will look at her art and be inspired to create their own.
“Anyone can do art,” she said. “I know my friends and I do art a lot and not all of us are really good at it but we are still enjoying ourselves … That’s the most important part.”
Nicole Sullivan is an immigration/diversity and education reporter for the Cape Breton Post.
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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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