The Art Gallery of Algoma is currently featuring an exhibit titled Imagery from the Canadian North in its Project Room gallery. The exhibition contains works in a variety of mediums from the AGA's permanent collection that were created by artists from Canada's North. The small exhibit contains wall hangings, prints, drawings, paintings, and stone carving. … Continue reading Signage and Not So Common Sense in Galleries
Ethel Stein Master Weaver Exhibit
Ethel Stein. Portrait, 1999. Art Institute of Chicago.I recently spent a few days in Chicago, Illinois. This is the fifth post in a series about the museums, architecture, public gardens, and art I visited while there. The first post can be viewed here.One of my favourite exhibits during my visit to the Art Institute of … Continue reading Ethel Stein Master Weaver Exhibit
Technology and Highlights of the Art Institute of Chicago
I recently spent a few days in Chicago, Illinois. This is the fourth post in a series about the museums, architecture, public gardens, and art I visited while there. The first post can be viewed here.When people say you could spend hours at the Art Institute of Chicago they aren't kidding. I spent a full … Continue reading Technology and Highlights of the Art Institute of Chicago
Slow Art Day
April 12th 2014 is Slow Art Day. A day dedicated to encouraging people to discover art and the joy of looking at art. The day also emphasizes the idea that people can see and experience art without an expert. Art galleries and museums internationally are hosting Slow Art Day events. Most events are structured to … Continue reading Slow Art Day
Royal Hospital Kilmainham: Modern Art and Heritage Site
Following my trip to the Kilmainham Goal I visited the nearby Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) that is located in the former Royal Hospital Kilmainham building. Unfortunately during my visit the main Hospital building was closed for renovations and only a small new gallery space was open. Despite this closure the grounds are beautiful … Continue reading Royal Hospital Kilmainham: Modern Art and Heritage Site