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City puts out call for Stoney Nakoda art to hang in Calgary council chamber
In the spirit of reconciliation, special works of Indigenous art will find a home in Calgary’s city council chamber in the years ahead.
The City of Calgary has put out a call, starting with Stoney Nakoda female and two-spirit artists.
But there will be similar submission calls in the future for artists from the Blackfoot Confederacy, the Tsuut’ina Nation and the Métis Nation of Alberta.
The city is looking for textiles, such as beadwork, weaving, felting or quillwork. Each piece should be approximately 90 by 60 centimetres in size.
The Indigenous curator with the city, Jessica McMann, said panels of experts in each of the artists’ home communities will select the winning submissions.
She said it’s important for Indigenous art to be featured in the council chamber — where political decisions are made — as a reminder that Indigenous people lived on this land long before European settlers arrived in the late 1800s.
Marginalized voices
The parameters for this project were set by the Moh’kinsstis Public Art Guiding Circle, a group of Indigenous artists which supports the city’s public art program.
“We can’t move forward with reconciliation, we can’t move forward with decolonization until the voices of two-spirit individuals and Indigenous women are at the centre of that table,” said McMann.
“Here we have the chance to uplift those marginalized voices of people who may not often be heard.”
She said the winning artists will each be paid up to $20,000, which helps cover their time and the cost of materials.
Ex-councillor played role
The idea for bringing art into the council chamber originated with a former city councillor, Evan Woolley.
He said that after he was first sworn into office in 2013, he was struck by the blank walls in the chamber.
“I began some quiet side of the desk advocacy and had lots of conversations about how we might be able to use this very important public space to celebrate and showcase artists and art of today.”
Woolley said it’s exciting that all those conversations from years ago are finally coming to fruition.
“It’s good to see that they figured it out,” said Woolley.
Submissions from Stoney Nakoda artists are due by Jan. 9, 2023.
City wants more Indigenous art
The city is planning to do three similar calls for artists, and it’s anticipated all of the artwork will be ready for display in one or two years.
McMann said decisions about how to properly display the artwork will be made once all of the pieces are received.
The city intends to display them for 10 years, at which time it will either offer to buy the art or return it to the artists.
McMann said less than three per cent of the city’s public art collection features Indigenous artists and it has no artworks from Stoney or Tsuut’ina artists.
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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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