Art


UP HERE 7 LAUNCHES NEW MURALS FOR 2021

Get ready for Up Here 2021! The crew is back in action ready to create new art for Sudburians to enjoy after being grounded in 2020. Clear your schedules the weekend of August 20-22nd for Up Here 7! Spend a weekend reconnecting with our community and discovering beautiful new pieces of art! Durham St will transform into a lush and grassy Durham square all weekend long with free DJs, live music, and art installations to check out. The muralists are arriving and starting work on their walls so keep your eyes peel to see some art in action. Along......

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COVID CAN'T STOP UP HERE

Once again the team at Up Here is poised to exceed your expectations with digital offerings amid the pandemic! We might not be able to get weird together this year but we can still make the most of it from the safety of home. From porketta bingo, gym class to panel discussions the crew have a packed weekend ready for you. Of course, the weekend wouldn’t be complete without music, you’ll be able to catch intimate live performances from; Julie Katrinette, Melanie St-Pierre, Bryden Gwiss, Jor’Del Downz, Patricia Cano and Salted Wounds. This is in addition to FIVE new......

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BUT HOW BIG IS IT?!?!

You must have heard the news by now that Up Here will be taking on its most ambitious mural project yet this summer! The team will be covering the exterior of the old St. Joseph’s hospital on Paris st. This neglected eyesore will very soon be turned into an epic piece of art right on the shores of Ramsey Lake!!! Renowned American street and graffiti artist RISK will use the 80,000 square foot building as his very own canvas. His work is known for the use of bright and bold colours and unique letterforms. Over his 30 year career,......

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UP HERE 5 SERVES UP THE SUMMER OF YOUR TECHNICOLOUR DREAMS

Sudbury is about to get just a little more vibrant! Thanks to the Up Here festival crew, over 28 city walls (and even a rooftop) have been transformed into literal works of art since 2013. We love seeing our exteriors get a little refresh, and the murals always bring an amazing new sense of pride to the community. Over the course of the festival weekend August 16th – 18th you’ll be able to check out all sorts of musical acts at venues all across downtown as well as immersive and interactive art installations. Durham St will become your playground......

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Jocko Chartrand: Brightly shining

Sudbury visual artist Jocko Chartrand opened a new exhibit at the Art Galler of Sudbury titled Brightly shining. Back in 1976, Jocko opened his first solo show at Rothman’s Gallerey here in Sudbury and since 1973 he has been exhibiting his work since 1973 in Toronto and Sudbury. Jocko Chartrand studied fine arts here in Sudbury at Cambrian College with a focus in painting and engraving. His exhibition history includes shows with La Slague, la Galerie du Nouvel-Ontario, the Fringe Festival, and the Laurentian University Museum and Art Center (now the Art Gallery of Sudbury). He was also part......

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HERE'S WHAT'S UP AT GRAPHIC-CON THIS WEEKEND!

Graphic-con is upon us again and with it comes all the weird and wonderful parts of fandom! You can get in on the action June 8th from 10 AM – 6 PM at the Sudbury Arena. Get dressed up in your best cosplay or character inspired outfit and head down for a veritable buffet of graphic content to consume! They’ve got everything you expect to find at a con, merch, collectibles, family-friendly activities, and even special guests. What makes Graphic-con most unique is its the only one of its kind in Northern Ontario AND for the bargain price of......

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ITS A BIG HIGH FIVE FOR UP HERE!

Up Here festival is back to rock the city with its FIFTH anniversary edition! First things first – the iconic geodesic dome + pop-up bar will be returning! That’s right you can enjoy musical performances, art installations, DJ sets and more all for free under the open sky on Durham as they turn the strip into a veritable playground! While we’re still waiting on news on the installation artists and muralists who will be joining us for the fest August 16-18th the gang has given us the low down on some of the musical performances we’ll get to see.......

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PARTY ART TRÈS CHIC: AN EVENING AT THE MANSION

Join the Art Gallery of Sudbury April 25th for an evening like no other in the historic Bell Mansion! Party Art Très Chic! is a new event in celebration of art, fashion and culture with funds raised going back to the gallery in support of ongoing art education programs, further work with regional artists and to care for their permanent collection. On display for the evening will be stunning floral displays inspired by pieces from AGS’ permanent collection, fashion showcase of local Sudbury styles, an art auction of regional works, and music by DJ Groovy Betty. Get moving and......

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GET READY TO RUMBLE ART BATTLE IS BACK

Twelve Sudbury artists are getting their brushes ready, their palates out and their war paint on for the ultimate face off! Art Battle is back for another heart-pounding year of fast and furious painting at the Cambrian College Student Centre. Catch the action October 4th as a dozen artists face off in 3 rounds of competition turning their blank canvas into a brilliant creation in just 20 minutes! The winner is selected by popular vote for the chance to move on to represent Sudbury in the Art Battle Nationals. All works created in battle will be available for purchase......

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'Among the Trees' opens at Salute on May 15th

Julieanne Steedman is a colour-loving, coffee-drinking Northern Ontario visual artist. Her new collection of work ‘Among the Trees’ opens at Salute Coffee Company this coming Tuesday, May 15th from 5-6pm. Open to the public, the event is sure to inspire with colourful northern landscapes, snacks, swag bags for the first 40 attendees and a fun door prize. Your art show at Salute is called Among the Trees – can you explain a bit about how did you come up with this title?  The winters here in Northern Ontario can be long, like really long (this year!). Sometimes I struggle......

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