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Inuit art advocate Patricia Feheley appointed to Order of Canada – Nunatsiaq News
Pat Feheley’s love for Inuit art started when, as a little girl, her dad took her to Kinngait in 1969.
“Going up at an early age, I discovered I loved the land. Since then I’ve made some amazing friendships over the years,” Feheley told Nunatsiaq News from her home in Toronto.
Feheley is one of the newest recipients of the Order of Canada for her promotion of Inuit arts over four decades. She was named to Canada’s highest civilian honour when Gov. Gen. Mary Simon made 135 year-end appointments on Wednesday.
Other appointees with a connection to the north include Kugluktuk’s Asger Rye Pedersen, for his contributions to the growth and development of public government in the North, and Cambridge Bay’s Charlie Evalik for his contributions to the social and economic development of Nunavut, according to a news release Simon’s office issued Wednesday.
“If I have done anything over the years, I’d say I did my best to be a catalyst for bringing Inuit artists to the forefront of visual arts in Canada,” Feheley said.
She is the director of Feheley Fine Arts in Toronto, a studio space that has hosted “I don’t even know how many” solo exhibits of Inuit artists over the years, Feheley said.
Her father, Budd Feheley, was an early qalunaat collector and advocate for Inuit art in the 1950s.
Feheley finished her undergraduate degree in art history from Queen’s University in 1974 before completing her master’s in museology at the University of Toronto in 1979.
Since then, Feheley turned her father’s side business into a full-fledged business in Toronto, including gallery space and curatorial services.
“I spent most of my career in the early days making sure Inuit art was accepted as fine art,” Feheley said.
In the ’70s, most museums and galleries refused to show Inuit art, she said.
“I think to a great degree it had to do with misinformation and the fact that art historians were then very western-art-centric,” Feheley said.
But over the four decades of her career, Inuit art has achieved national and international recognition, she added.
“The fact is, the Inuit artists who are working today and who’ve been working over the last couple of decades are absolutely brilliant, with or without anyone promoting it,” Feheley said.
She is quick to deflect credit, saying that her main focus has been to provide an avenue for worthy Inuit artists to have their work shown and get the name recognition they deserve.
“There’s just an extraordinary amount of Inuit artists who are brilliant and fantastic. I didn’t do anything to make that happen, it’s all about them,” Feheley said.
Awards given to the likes of Annie Pootoogook, Tanya Tagaq and Matthew Nuqingaq have established the value of Inuit arts on the national stage, she added.
“I find this a very humbling experience,” she said about receiving the Order of Canada.
“Quite frankly, I’ve loved my career. I’ve loved ever minute of 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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