Unearthing the truth a complicated and painful process for artist
Indigenous artist Dazaunggee Shilling, above, is one half of the exhibit Together in Spirit: Dialogue in Image at the Aurora Town Hall gallery. In a ‘painted conversation’ with artist Ted […]
Raku in the Park sure to be a hot time for all who participate
By Karen Bliss For Culture Days — taking place nationwide Sept. 23 – Oct. 16 — York Region has something pretty special in store — or maybe we should say […]
Recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation across region
Georgina The Town of Georgina is hosting a ceremonial flag raising in partnership with the Chippewas of Georgina Island in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day […]
York Region Arts Council launches Silent Auction ahead of social event
The York Region Arts Council is excited to host The Artists’ Circle in partnership with King Heritage and Cultural Centre. The Artists’ Circle is open to the public and will be […]
This writing workshop is definitely a must for aspiring word-herders
By Karen Bliss Have you written a poem or short story you’d like to share? Perhaps a novel or even your memoirs? Or maybe you are just looking for some […]
Markham Group of Artists launches online exhibition tomorrow
Ernestine Tahedl, above, will be the juror of the Markham Group of Artists’ show Windows Open, which opens online tomorrow. Tahedl, best known for her landscape paintings, was born in […]
Love of sports drives artist to create works using sports gear
Artist Samantha Woj, above with her portrait of NFL player Shaquem Griffin, was born with a rare genetic disorder called ectrodactyly, which is characterized by the absence or malformation of […]
Vaughan Film Fest offers seminars for budding filmmakers
Enrico Colantoni, above centre, star of the hit TV series Flashpoint, will be the guest of honour, along with co-star Amy Jo Johnson, at the VFF’s Inspiring Future Filmmakers seminar […]
Culture Days a great time to discover creative side of York Region
What’s cooking this year for Culture Days? Food History with Andy Muto, above, is just one of the acitivities planned for this year. Below, from left, learn how to make […]
York Region Arts Council hosting The Artists’ Circle
Come out and meet the creative community of York Region. The York Region Arts Council is excited to host the first Artists’ Circle Event! The Artists’ Circle is open to […]