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Thelma Pepper honoured with exhibition at Remai Modern Art Museum – Global News
Visitors to the Remai Modern Art Museum will notice a new exhibition called Thelma Pepper: Ordinary Woman. A Retrospective.
It features the work of local resident and photographer, Thelma Pepper, who passed away at the age of 100 in December.
Described as a brilliant photographer, Pepper was best known for her black-and-white snapshots of the people of the Prairies.
Many of her pieces are of her family and the Sherbrooke Community Centre, where she photographed many of the residents.
“She was volunteering at a long-term care facility reading to the residence and through that experience,” said Sandra Fraser, collections curator at Remai Modern. “Getting to know the residence and hearing their stories. She was so captivated.”
Fraser says this was around the time she was re-igniting her interest in photography. Pepper eventually made audio recordings of the care home residents as well.
Fraser adds her work displayed a lot of warmth and curiosity.
Fraser says Pepper was born in Nova Scotia, she got a master’s degree in biology from McGill University, where she met her husband. They then moved to Saskatoon in 1947 where she would spend the majority of her adult life.
The exhibition is the first-ever collaboration between USask Art Galleries and Collection and the Remai Modern.
“One thing that was really important, was the feminist lens and the approach to women that Thelma embodied had in her work,” said Fraser. “In this exhibition, we focused mainly on women as subjects. We put her in dialogue with five other female photographers.”
Pepper was awarded a number of honours including the Lieutenant Governor’s Arts Award-Lifetime Achievement in 2014, and the Saskatchewan Order of Merit in 2018.
Fraser adds it wasn’t until her 60s before she dived into an interest in photography.
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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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