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Shrewd young art vendor draws on ‘poppa’ for artistic inspiration
Many good artists over the years began their journey with art at a very young age.
Iconic painter Salvador Dali’s earliest paintings were completed between the ages of six and 10 on the back of blank postcards.
A wee Pablo Picasso would occasionally be called upon to add the finishing touches to his father’s paintings.
Here in Barrie, young Julianna Ingram, who is a Grade 4 student at Steele Street Public School, has begun a journey of her own.
Where that journey takes her is impossible to predict, but she’s not thinking about any of that, nor should she.
What is her own reason for creating art?
“Because it makes me happy,” the nine-year-old tells BarrieToday. “It kinda just calms me down.”
Lately, she has taken to offering her drawings for sale, as an artist is wont to do.
Ingram has created her own pop-up art stand outside her home, much in the same way a lemonade vendor would.
She has been selling her whimsical pieces for 10 cents each, and has sold nearly 25 works of art to passersby in her general neighbourhood, sometimes at the corner of Hickling Trail and McCuaig Court in the city’s northeast end.
And a smart salesperson she definitely is, as she also gives away free candy with every purchase as incentive to buy her artwork.
What does she plan to do with the earnings?
“I bought some toys,” she answers, and also noted she would like to buy some new art supplies such as new crayons and markers.
Smart thinking.
Ingram says her favourite subjects to draw are unicorns, “because they’re cute”, along with trees.
“I’d like to try and draw a flamingo,” when asked about what she wants to try next.
She recently wanted to start painting, to expand her horizons, so she painted glass jars and sold a few of those as well.
Ingram is a self-taught artist, for the most part, but “I work with my poppa because he is an artist,” she says. “He paints on canvases. He draws outside places, cars, and people.”
Her grandfather, or poppa, as he goes by, is Mike Kilburn, a landscape painter living in Thornbury. He previously lived in Barrie for 25 years.
Kilburn agrees with his granddaughter when it comes to why she creates art, and the calmness that it brings her.
“You’re thinking about yourself, and thinking about your families,” he says.
“It’s just a nice quiet time. When I’m out painting for four hours, the only one talking to me is me.”
Kilburn remembers well when the art bug bit young Julianna.
“We would have them up for the weekend at our house and I would say, ‘do you want to paint with poppa?’ And she would say, ‘yeah, I want to paint with poppa,’” he says.
“She just enjoyed it,” Kilburn adds. “And at that point I was certainly not saying, ‘hey, you should try that,’ (it was) just working with her and letting her have fun, which she did.”
When he heard about her pop-up sales idea, with the proceeds going back into art supplies, he thought ‘that was great.”
“It can get expensive, but poppa looks after her as well,” he says.
And his thoughts about this BarrieToday story about her?
“She’ll be so proud and so happy, you won’t be able to get the smile off her face.”
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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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