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‘The Mountains are Calling’ art exhibit celebrates adventurous, outdoorsy women who blazed a trail
Black and white images of a generation past hang on the wall of the Canmore Art Guild Gallery. The masterly snapped film shots offer a glimpse back in time of women blazing a trail in the backcountry of the Canadian Rockies.
While they are just one frame, the stories behind every image are lengthy and moving.
It is a small collection of a vast body of work done by late, legendary Canadian journalist Harry Rowed. The pictures are part of a larger exhibit being held at Elevation Place in Canmore called ‘The Mountains are Calling.’
Harry’s son Scott carefully selected the six photos for the gallery exhibit, choosing to celebrate some of the female adventurers Harry featured.
“They were so athletic and very classy, I would say, and really active. They were strong skiers and climbers,” Scott said. “I think (Harry) presented them really well.”
One of the woman featured is Fran Drummond. She ran Twin Falls Chalet in Yoho National park up until just a few years ago.
For 57 years, she spent her summers cooking, managing and maintaining the chalet tucked 10 kilometers into the backcountry.
“I worked really hard. I wasn’t taking my coffee looking up at the falls every morning. I was shoveling out breakfast for everyone off a wood stove,” Drummond said, laughing.
Harry featured Drummond’s story in the Weekend Magazine in 1966. She said she and Harry became good friends, and she appreciated his work to promote what people like her were doing in the mountains. But she admits it wasn’t always easy.
“You are subject to snow, fires, smoke and anything in between,” said Drummond. “You don’t do this for money — you do this for love and trying to show the beauty (of the area).”
“It’s been a harder road for women. I was also in the oil and gas industry. It took a lot of doing, it took a lot of embarrassment almost for the parties to let me through, because females weren’t allowed to be managers,” said Drummond.
She said the 25-year-old woman beneath the glass frame is still the one sitting here today and she’s far from done adventuring.
“I don’t think anyone gets old unless they want to be and I know I’m going to live until 120, and I am scared to death of that.”
The exhibit runs at Elevation Place until Feb. 26.
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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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