The University of Alberta Symphony Orchestra delves into one of the most profoundly autobiographical musical testaments of the 20th century this weekend, performing Dmitry Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. in Convocation Hall. Admission is by donation at the door. I caught up with USO conductor Petar Dundjerski to find out … Read moreUSO: Discord Decoded – curious arts
It takes 50 people, 19 artworks, five tour guides, three hours, two buses, two performers, and one artist studio to create a fabulous Public Art Bus Tour. The Cityscapes and Parkscapes Bus Tour on October 3 was a huge success despite less than balmy conditions. Public Art Director Katherine Kerr and Public Art Conservator David … Read moreRecap: EAC Public Art Bus Tour – curious arts
Natalie Jachyra’s the companionship of isolation is an immersive experience. A series of video and photographic installations, the final visual presentation for Natalie’s MFA in Drawing and Intermedia distills the experiences of Edmonton’s urban, suburban, and industrial spaces into more considered moments of pause and reflection. As I steeped myself in Natalie’s work, I contemplated … Read moreQ & A with Natalie Jachyra – curious arts
Q & A with MFA painter Elizabeth Adlam’s final MFA painting presentation Full and By, in the FAB Gallery until Oct. 24, sweeps viewers into beautiful lake-country. With sailboats drifting by and storms looming, her work takes you far away from the city and will leave you feeling like you’ve been on a vacation. I caught … Read moreIn the Studio with Elizabeth Adlam
Mechanical engineer to master of design After a five years of working as an engineer, Anson Wong decided he could have more tangible influence on the making of good quality things if he were working as a designer rather than as a project engineer. Boldly, he quit his well-paying engineering position to go back to … Read moreMake Good: Anson Wong – curious arts