Cold outside but very warm right here!
- elainebac1
- 9 hours ago
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Calls, Exhibits and Events:
Give this a try!
TERAVARNA is a leader in organizing physical art exhibitions in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, London, Paris, and elsewhere. We also organize theme-based juried art competitions via our online platform, providing unique opportunities, global exposure, and cash prizes to artists.
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Events and exhibits:
Art Galleries and Exhibitions in the Belgo - The Belgo Building: the largest concentration of contemporary art galleries in Canada. Open to the public / Free entry!
372, rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, Montréal (Québec) H3B 1A2.
Check out all the galleries and opening hours here:
In the Gazette:
"Beautiful clothes in fashion shoots are art, in a certain sense. So, it is fun to bring together artful fashion with more artistic photography," Montreal fashion photographer Jean-Claude Lussier says. Courtesy of Jean-Claude Lussier
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January 05 – February 02, 2026: Unreal Realities – Abstract Photography. Open to the public (free): Mondays - January 05, 12, 19, 26, and February 02 from 5:30pm - 7:00 pm. Sunday - January 18, from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.
A group show by the TCC Members in the Masters Division - Abstract photography explores the expressive potential of form, colour, light, and texture beyond recognizable subjects. By emphasizing visual elements rather than literal representation, these images invite viewers to engage with perception itself — to see familiar materials and spaces in unfamiliar ways. This exhibition will present works that challenge the boundaries of photographic realism, offering a contemplative experience where meaning emerges through rhythm, structure, and the play of light.
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Arts and culture news:
Sarah Lazarovic has been advocating for a National Portrait Gallery of Canada. While it has been teased, planned, cancelled and debated, nothing has been established. So now, Sarah has taken it on herself. She's created the National Portrait Gallery of Canada of Bloorcourt. It is a place to showcase the people and a few animals that make up our country. It's on display now in Toronto.
The National Portrait Gallery of Canada of Bloorcourt features 68 portraits, many of which depict local community members and those connected to them. Supplied by Sarah Lazarovic
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Michie Mee, known as the Godmother of Canadian rap, talks to As It Happens host, Nil Kӧksal, about being featured on a Canada Post stamp next month.
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Valentino Garavani will go down in history for his achievements in the realms of fashion and business. But documentarian Matt Tyrnauer says his greatest legacy is his incredible love story with longtime partner Giancarlo Giammetti. Tyrnauer, director of Valentino: The Last Emperor, spoke to As It Happens host, Nil Kӧksal.
Movie trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGJJRPWqvzM
Remembering Valentino: The King of Fashion:
Inside Valentino’s Haute Couture Atelier With Alessandro Michele | Vogue:
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Who was the real Mona Lisa? The Florentine woman, the painter’s obsession and the secrets behind Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous smile.
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Art walks: Uptown Dispatch
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Art and mathematics? It’s been around a very long time:
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Something to brighten up those January days:
c/o Elaine Bacal
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Music:
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Great video on soprano voices:
And male voices! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5QXkOslWgk
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Interesting!
Being a lefty is no longer something to hide, but right hand still rules in many parts of life
Superstitions may not be as prevalent, but 'world strongly favours the right-handed majority,' says surgeon.
Srikamakshi Kothandaraman is a left-handed ear, nose and throat surgeon from Chennai, India, who struggled to get her hospital to reconfigure surgical instruments and other parts of the operating room so she could complete her medical training. (Nathan Philips/CBC)
There is a special day celebrating the left hand!
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