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Calling local artists! Get your submissions in for London’s traffic boxes art project
The deadline for the London Arts Council project that calls on local visual artists to submit work that gets wrapped on otherwise bland-looking traffic control boxes around the city is ticking.
“What municipalities started doing many years ago is they started approaching artists to have their artwork reproduced and wrapped around these boxes just to enliven the city with art,” said Jeremy Jeresky, the curator of public programs and learning for the council.
The program is open to artists and creatives in London and surrounding First Nations to submit high-resolution digital images of their original work that gets printed onto vinyl wraps and applied to traffic light boxes. The deadline to submit is Friday at 4 p.m.
There are about 200 boxes that have been covered in the local art since the program began in 2016.
“It’s great for the city because we get to see all kinds of great art that’s reproduced. But it’s also great for the artists because they get paid $400 per image that is selected, and in addition to getting payment, the artist can use that as something for their portfolio as well,” said Jeresky. “It’s a win-win.”
Because of the temporary nature of the wraps due to maintenance on the traffic boxes and the weather, they are replaced with new artwork when required.
Local artist Aruba Mahmud, who is also a teacher in London, had a piece of her colourful and abstract artwork selected for the program in 2021. She studied art in university, then spent a number of years doing social work before rekindling her passion for creating in 2018.
“I was drawing and painting in my sketchbooks and filling them up,” she said. “Then I was making prints from those pages and selling them, and people were receptive to it, and most importantly it brings me a lot of joy.”
Her artwork that was selected by the council is a mix of watercolour, pastel and ink from her sketchbook. A digital copy was submitted to the program and is now wrapped around two traffic boxes on the corner of York and Talbot street downtown.
“I just feel like it’s a great way to support artists and give us some recognition or exposure, and it just beautifies the city.”
The call for the latest round of submissions closes on Friday at 4 p.m. For more information, visit the London Arts Council’s website.
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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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