Some shots from the exciting opening night of Mélange, a celebratory exhibition of work by The Rectory Art House artists. The show at Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts is curated by Dale Smith.
From their invitation: Mélange refers both to the storied 150 year history of the mixed inhabitants of Lowertown and to the divergent work of the seven artists who create from the Rectory Art House on Murray Street in present day Lowertown: Tiffany April, Karen Bailey, Gwen Frankton, Sharon Lafferty, Jeannie Polisuk, Karen Rasmussen and Lori Victor.
Built in 1890, Saint Brigid's played a vital role in Lowertown as the Catholic church serving the Irish population. Now deconsecrated and transformed into an arts centre, Saint Brigid's continues to contribute to the rich heritage of both Lowertown and the Ottawa area. Mélange adds to this cultural tradition with an exhibition of painting, installation and video.
Loved the works and the location!
Facts:
Mélange, a celebratory exhibition of work by The Rectory Art House artists
May 2-6, 2017 @ Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts, Ottawa
Vernissage: Tuesday 2 May, 5pm-9pm
Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11am-8pm, Saturday 10am – 1pm
http://saintbrigidscentre.com/the-rectory-art-house/
