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Red is the colour of the Garibaldi Art Club's fall show and sale – Maple Ridge News – Maple Ridge News
The power of the colour red is being showcased at the Garibaldi Art Club’s upcoming fall show and sale in Maple Ridge.
Called A Touch of Red, every painting must have red in it and guests at the show will be encouraged to seek out the various shades and tints of red.
“Everything from pinkish reds to more intense scarlet reds and darker burgundies and maroons,” explained art club member Isabel Gibson, part of the fall show committee.
The show is a non-juried show and open to all members of the club, she noted. And this year there was a lot of interest with more than 50 members submitting work.
There will be more than 200 paintings of all mediums, sizes, and subject matter, available for purchase.
Gibson herself has submitted six pieces.
Three of her paintings are of local landscapes.
“I have been doing a series of paintings of blueberry fields in fall when the leaves turn a beautiful shade of red and cranberry fields,” she said, adding that some of them have mountains in the background.
The other three she is submitting have a marine theme.
“I paint a lot of boats, especially working boats,” explained Gibson. One of her favourite paintings is of two of her favourite tug boats that she has painted quite often in a working boat series. The tugs are on the Fraser River.
“They are mostly local scenes, of course, being so close to home with the pandemic and not able to travel,” said Gibson, who has been painting for about 25 years, but only seriously for the last 11 years, after she retired. Gibson has been a member of the Garibaldi Art Club for about 20 years. Although Gibson started out in water colour, she now mainly paints in acrylic.
Two of her paintings will be on a new feature wall of 10 x 10 inch paintings that will all be reasonably priced, Gibson promised.
Each Tuesday of the exhibit there will be demonstrations: Eric Hotz will be featured on Nov. 30; Tammy Routley on Dec. 7; and Chris Potter on Dec. 14. Registration is mandatory to attend at theactmapleridge.org.
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A Touch of Red will be at the ACT Art Gallery until December 18. There is no admission fee to the gallery. Opening day will be Saturday, Nov. 27. The gallery will open at 10 a.m. but vaccine passports with photo ID will be mandatory at 1:30 p.m., just before the free opening reception from 2 to 4 p.m.. A maximum of 60 people will be permitted inside the gallery for the reception. Each guest will receive a cookie with a touch of red on it.
Each guest will also receive a free entry for a gift basked packed with goodies donated by Garibaldi club members.
The club now has a record of 75 artists but is always looking for new members. For more information call 604-467-3971 or email jversfelt@shaw.ca.
The ACT Art Gallery is located at 11944 Haney Place. It is open 10 to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday.
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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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