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Teen artist excited to be The Guardian's Christmas art contest winner – TheChronicleHerald.ca
CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. —
When April Deng was painting a cold winter scene, she wanted to use colours that were warm.
Those warm colours and April’s artistic talent landed her work on the front page of what has become a Christmas tradition for The Guardian.
With her painting chosen for this year’s Christmas artwork contest, 15-year-old April said she is excited because it means she can show her artwork to a bigger audience and let more people enjoy it.
“I think it’s a really good experience for me,” she said.
April is one of the children who take lessons from Jo Jo Zhu and submitted their paintings for this year’s competition.
The winning painting is featured on The Guardian’s front page.
It took April about two weeks to finish her painting that features a bird perched on a windowsill as it is reflected in the glass.
A dusting of snow covers the ledge and holly leaves in the festive scene.
April said she started learning how to paint when she was in Grade 2 and has been doing it ever since.
“I think painting can express my feelings,” she said.
Zhu, whose students are regular contributors to The Guardian’s Picture of the Day feature, said the children worked hard on their paintings and like to share their artwork with all Islanders.
April is her best student and practises at least two or three hours a day, Zhu said.
“She is amazing.”
Artist Henry Purdy, who judged the competition, said he was impressed with how the students’ paintings were done with different materials, such as shells and beads.
“They’re very clever, a lot of the depictions,” he said.
The paintings submitted this year came from children within a wide age range, and Purdy said it was impressive that the youngest students did so well.
Zhu’s students used a lot of colour and produced paintings far beyond their years, Purdy said.
“They’re not afraid of the paint,” he said.
For the winner, Purdy said he chose April’s painting because it is a complete picture.
Purdy said the painting is well thought out and well done, right down to a crack in the windowsill.
“It’s a marvelous thing.”
Even the snowflakes in the painting don’t “obliterate” the picture, but do give it a nice atmosphere, he said.
“It’s a very good painting for someone who’s 15 years old.”
Past winners
Previous winners of The Guardian’s Christmas art contest:
- 2015 — Chaeyeon Lee, a Grade 12 student at Charlottetown Rural.
- 2016 — Kristie Rogers, a Grade 11 student at Bluefield High School.
- 2017 — Nina Gamble, a Grade 12 student at Westisle Composite High School.
- 2018 — Marina Smith, a Grade 11 student at Montague Regional High School.
- 2019 — Ivan Stewart, a Grade 10 student at Three Oaks High School.
AT A GLANCE
- The Guardian has been running a Christmas art contest for students since 2015.
- If you are an art teacher who would like your students to take part in the 2021 contest, contact managing editor Jocelyne Lloyd at [email protected].
- Any young people in P.E.I. who would like their art showcased in The Guardian’s Picture of the Day feature can send their images to [email protected].
Submissions for The Guardian’s 2020 artwork contest:
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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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