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Gibsons Public Art Gallery's wraparound exhibit uses nature to nurture – Coast Reporter
A new exhibit at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery is taking the gallery in a new direction, as Roberts Creek artist Mieke Jay weaves nature with technology through an immersive, three-dimensional installation.
Jay’s show The Fabric of Our Lives opened on Jan. 13, transforming the gallery’s alabaster walls into an undulating blaze of colours, shapes and shadows. Five projectors beam organic settings — beaches, woods, water — overlaid by a latticework of computer-generated patterns.
“Until now, most of our shows have been paintings hanging on walls,” said gallery manager Christina Symons.
If most art shows require patrons to amble solemnly through painting-lined corridors, Jay’s show is a dazzling counterpoint to tradition.
Symons has seen visitors standing stock-still for minutes while Jay’s illuminations dance around them. One woman, lulled by the accompanying soundscape created by Baeden Shendebray, extended her arms and began to dance. Her swaying shadow fell onto one of three trapezoidal columns in the room, adding a human-shaped void to the kaleidoscopic tapestry.
“I have a lot of motion [in the work] and I really wanted it to feel uplifting,” Jay said, reflecting on pandemic conditions, which have required all gallery visitors to be vaccinated and masked. “It’s been a tough time for people. I just really wanted them to be able to have an experience that’s outside of our norm. My hope is that it gives people a little push of creativity that they can immerse themselves in and just hopefully feel a little bit more upbeat.”
Jay has been creating original projections since completing formal art studies at Emily Carr University in 2002. She began devising graphics for live performances and found a way to translate audience spontaneity into her work. “I’m live-mixing the media in response to what’s happening onstage,” she said. “The musicians are following the crowd and I’m following the musicians.”
A recent tenure as artist-in-residence at Sechelt’s Sunshine Coast Arts Centre took place amid strict COVID-19 restrictions, requiring her to conceive new material in isolation.
“At first I was actually working with fabric itself,” she said, “but fabric from my own history, which is of European descent. When I got the show at the GPAG, I wanted it to be more open and less about me. So I went to imagery that’s more about the metaphorical fabric of our lives here on the Coast, which for a lot of us really revolves around nature. It revolves around everyday things.”
Everyday sounds fill the aural palette of multi-instrumentalist Baeden Shendebray, also of Roberts Creek, composer of the 25-minute soundtrack for The Fabric of Our Lives. “All the background sounds are from the Coast,” said Shendebray, who performs under the name Goats and Lasers. “It’s all birds, squirrels, waves, wind and rain — tiny little textures. I like to add organic elements over electronic music to make it just a little less sterile.”
Jay will broadcast a program of live music and dance from the exhibit on Jan. 29 at 6 p.m., which can be viewed online at https://fb.me/e/1A37k1v1v. The Fabric of Our Lives remains on display until Feb. 6.
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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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