How long has it been? For more than three years, I haven’t posted anything eh! What was I doing? Oh, right the lockdown and all the restrictions and distractions I had to pay attention to in order to curve anxiety of getting sick and breathing through thin sheet.
Finally, it’s almost over. And I can finally get back to the routine of blogging again. How do I do this anyway?
First, I’ll start off with my short trip to the Glenbow Museum at The Edison on a sunny Sunday in the last week of January.
I’ve been to The Edison several times while the original location of The Glenbow Museum is under renovation. I am excited to visit the new museum once it open and it’s going to be free. The Calgary Public Library also has free membership and then The Glenbow Museum. What’s next? Studio Bell, maybe?
I had to stop writing just when I am getting the hang of it. I need to get ready for work.
The Exhibit: Printed Textiles from Kinngait Studios
Back to writing on the last Sunday afternoon in February. I should get the hang of blogging as fast as I could. Also I have to learn how to use Affinity Photo 2 (one-time purchase, no subscription) for editing the photos.
The Printed Textiles from Kinngait Studios exhibit is running from November 23, 2023 to March 3, 2024. There’s only a week to get the chance to see the printed textiles in person.
I hope you will find time to visit the exhibit. Most of the theme of the printed textiles are animals particularly birds. The print below in black and white is one of my favourites.
I’ve wanted to try screen printing for a long time. And this exhibit reminded me of my when-I-have-the-time pursuit. Have you tried screen printing?
This print looks pleasant to wear especially in early summer. The different hues of yellow suits the sunny season.
How do the archivist preserves the colour of the printed textiles? And if it got stain like the textile below, how will they remove it? Maybe, letting it be is the best thing to do.
The photo below is the odd one among the exhibit because it is made of wool and seal’s skin. It is called “skin picture” from Nunavik. This art comes before the printmaking in textiles.
The following clothing is from Hinaani Design. The siksik (Arctic ground squirrel) caught my attention. Does the “culture” need to move from the ground and up to the surface? Or be kept preserve?
When looking at the photos, I can only think of how lucky they are to experience making art using textile and colour that reflects their culture and nature. And I’m grateful that we get to experience their creation even to this day.
So what art are you making or planning to try? Maybe, I’ll start with doodling. I already have a pencil, pen, marker, and sketchpad. But first, I have to do something with procrastination.
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