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Local artists put their talent on display at the Terrace Art Gallery – Terrace Standard
The Terrace Art Gallery held its opening reception featuring the work of three local artists last Wednesday.
Despite the winter weather, the event was filled with art enthusiasts as they perused works ranging from acrylic pouring to designs on felt.
Pouring Out my Heart, by Vickie Kornelson
| Metallic Bubbles is Vickie Kornelson’s first attempt at making 3D bubbles from a YouTube tutorial. It is one of her favourite pieces because she has received a lot of positive feedback on the piece and got it right on her first try. (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
Local Terrace artist Vickie Kornelson is expressing herself in all shades of colours.
Kornelson held her first show in Terrace in 2006, with her oil paintings on exhibit. More than a decade later she is showing off a new style, and has already completed her new year’s resolution of having her work displayed.
Kornelson has been in Terrace for more than 20 years but only got a chance to reorganize her art supplies a few years ago when she moved into a different home. When she finally got her supplies all together after her move, she took all her old supplies of paint and canvas and learned how to do acrylic pouring.
| Acrylic pouring is a painting technique where acrylic paint is mixed and then poured onto a surface in a variety of ways. (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
“For me acrylic pouring is a way to release emotion. Whatever colours feel good in the moment, I combine them together. All of these colours and all of these things represent different moods. If you do something and you don’t like it, you just pour over it and start again. It’s a way for me to express myself in colour,” Kornelson said.
Acrylic pouring is a painting technique where acrylic paint is mixed and then poured onto a surface in a variety of ways.
Pathways to the Soul, by Cecilia McKay
| Cecilia McKay, local Terrace artist, poses next to one of her favourite pieces of work. McKay said it was the first time she made a piece so simple, a change from her usually busy intuitive expressionist paintings. (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
Yes Cecilia McKay totally can do anything.
McKay, who is an art historian by trade, started painting very late in her career.
“I never painted before. I was afraid because I don’t know how to draw so it took me forever to actually express myself. Once I was able to express what I felt inside, I was able to let myself go and flow when I paint. It pushes me out of my comfort zone,” she said.
McKay refers to her work as intuitive expressionism, a form of art where one presents their views from an emotional, subjective perspective.
McKay said she has really evolved in her work since her last exhibit in Terrace. On one of her pieces, which took months to make, McKay knew it was done when she imprinted the words “yes you totally can” on the canvas.
“I added that and I knew it was complete. I said yes that’s me, yes you totally can.”
| (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
| (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
Northern B.C. in Felt, by Cheryl Porter
| Cheryl Porter poses next to one of her favourite felt pieces, which is full of detail and intricacy.(Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
Cheryl Porter started off the evening with a drumming performance with her all female musical band, Djembe Femme. The group has been performing for 10 years, and Porter herself has been drumming for seven.
After her performance she showcased her pictures of Northern B.C., expressed through felt.
Felting is a process that takes several days. Wool comes off the sheep, it is then dyed and laid out ready to be shaped into a picture. Porter then adds materials like silk, banana thread and hemp to add textures and details to her pictures.
| Cheryl Porter (left) performs with her all-female group Djembe Femme during a reception a the Terrace Art Gallery, where her felt work is displayed. (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
Porter chose the medium over more traditional forms of art expression because “it takes on a life of its own when you lay it out,” she said. “It does look very different then once it’s felted. It does look very organic and seems to come together to speak to you.”
| (Jenna Cocullo / The Northern View) |
The art exhibit will run until Feb. 1.
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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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