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New Port Moody exhibit urges compassion for new Canadians: artist – The Tri-City News
Sonya Iwasiuk has spent the better part of her life connecting history with art.
Her mixed media installations — some of which will be on show at PoMoArts, starting Jan. 14, as part of an exhibit titled A New Resilience — tell stories about the past that resonate today.
These are tales about people escaping their homelands because of war, poverty and discrimination in search for a better life in Canada.
But, two years ago, Iwasiuk’s own narrative about her familial roots took a twist as she was creating her immigrant series.
Born in St. Boniface, Man., Iwasiuk was raised by Ukrainian parents in northern Alberta.
Her great-great grandparents were among the first wave of Ukrainians to move to Canada, arriving in Montreal in 1900. They hopped on a train to Alberta and were given a plot of land to farm; however, because of their ethnicity, her ancestors weren’t treated well and were told by the government to leave the property.
Family folklore has it that the area’s First Nations members led the pioneering couple to a more suitable site to homestead: One with so much fish in its creek that they jumped out of the water when the wagon wheels passed through. That area came to be known as Stry, a tiny municipality northeast of Edmonton.
Over the years, her ancestors built up the land and settled into their Canadian life. And, in her art, Iwasiuk used her family as a reference point to convey the struggles of immigrants and their want to fit in.
She wandered prairie homesteads — many of them abandoned — to look for discarded materials to replicate for her work. With those objects, she experimented with ways to bring the immigrants’ stories to life: The metal pieces or tiles presented tangible history and provided aesthetic, she said.
Two years ago, though, the Vancouver resident took a DNA test.
And though she knew she was adopted, she understood her roots to be Ukrainian as well. “It showed I wasn’t Slav at all,” she said. “My blood goes back to the British Isles. My birth mother is Welsh… but it doesn’t matter. I feel Ukrainian and I was brought up Ukrainian.”
Her hope with A New Resilience is for viewers to talk about their own heritages, and be kind, considerate and empathic toward new Canadians.
A New Resilience will be Iwasiuk’s first solo display at PoMoArts and, on Jan. 14, she’ll speak about her exhibit — as well as her frequent travels to the prairies — in a Facebook Live event, at 7:15 p.m. (go to pomoarts.ca for the link).
Meanwhile, Iwasiuk continues to teach mixed media to adults at the Parker Street Studios in Vancouver, where she’s had a space for the past 11 years. Visit TheArtWay.ca to register for her lessons.
Also opening Jan. 14 at PoMoArts (2425 St. Johns St.) are shows by Mat Holmstrom (Timeless Pastimes) and Ghislain Brown-Kossi (Are We Still Together?). The three displays end Feb. 15. Visit pomoarts.ca.
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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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