This year’s event will run all month in July
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Sudbury art crawl highlights local artists and downtown businesses – The Sudbury Star
This year’s Downtown Sudbury Art Crawl will run all month in July. Supplied
This July, Sudbury’s downtown core will be transformed into one big showcase for local artists and local businesses alike.
Downtown Sudbury Art Crawl is back at it this year starting July 6, but with a COVID-friendly twist – artists will get the chance to display their work in shop windows, and the event will run all month long.
“In past years, the event would take place for a few hours downtown on one day. Shops would open their doors with the art displayed inside, and we would sometimes have 500 or 600 people coming downtown to explore the streets of Sudbury,” said assistant event coordinator Megan Karchie.
“But because we can’t gather in large groups this year, we have made some changes to the event.”
The Downtown Sudbury Art Crawl was founded in 2014 as a grassroots pedestrian-friendly cultural experience in the city. The event features a wide range of primarily visual artists of all experience levels in the community.
This year, instead of participating in a one-day event, businesses will feature a unique piece of art in their shop windows for the entire month. The artwork will be illuminated at night and, each week, shops will feature a different piece of art.
“Everything that is displayed within the windows is going to be put up on our new website for auction,” said Eevent coordinator Monique Legault.
“We’ve got everything from $65 to $1,500 and everything from Cambrian College grads to Gordon Drysdale and Johanna Westby.”
A new auction will run each week throughout the month, beginning on July 6 and ending on Aug. 2.
Businesses participating in this initiative include Good Luck General Store, All About Massage Day Spa, Monique Legault Studio, The Refinery, Kuppajo Espresso Bar, and many others.
“We’re trying to get people to come out and take a walk or a drive through downtown’s streets and get the chance to see what the arts community has to offer,” said Event Coordinator Monique Legault.
When Legault and Karchie jumped on board as events coordinators in January, they knew they had their work cut out for them.
“It’s been interesting. I want to say we got approval for this event from the city about three and a half weeks ago? So, it’s been non-stop. We could have waited until August, but honestly, I feel like everybody needed this so badly,” said Legault.
“We have a lot of businesses downtown that are struggling due to COVID-19, but they are all trying so hard to create this draw with the new patios and everything that they are doing, so by getting people to come in and see what they have to offer, it’s a huge opportunity.”
So far, the duo has received nothing but praise for their hard work.
“The reactions to this new format have been wonderful so far. A lot of artists have been mentioning the fact that they have nothing to look forward to. We’ve been getting praise from everybody for just trying as hard as we can to make this happen.”
Anyone interested in attending the event can visit the art crawl’s new website at www.sudburyartcrawl.com.
The website features an interactive map of participating businesses and the online auctions.
Updates about the event will also be sent out regularly via the art crawl’s newsletter and featured on their Facebook and Instagram pages (@downtownsudburyartcrawl).
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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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