Carmichael slide show
Karl Tuira, noted author, will be giving a talk and slide show presentation on Robert-Ralph Carmichael’s portfolio of works — his paintings, drawings, and coins. The focus will be on images of Carmichael’s works augmented by stories of his artistic career. Karl will be showing several of Carmichael’s original paintings.
The ART HUB At Spring, located at 504 Queen St. downtown in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, will host two showings.
On Friday, May 3 from 5-7 p.m., and again on Saturday, May 4 from 2-4 p.m., admission is by donation. Beverage and light refreshments will be served.
The Art of Robert-Ralph Carmichael is an art book – a compendium of the life and works of Robert-Ralph Carmichael – a celebrated Canadian surreal, landscape and still life painter; and best known for having designed the iconic Canadian coin – the one dollar “Loonie.”
The book provides a brief outline of Robert-Ralph Carmichael’s life, and the influences on his art. Karl grew up in the idyllic old farming community of Sylvan Valley where Bob and his artist wife Gwen set up their home and studio in 1976, when he got to know them quite well, and fell in love with Bob Carmichael’s art.
Gwen provided Karl with access to Bob’s archive. But, most importantly, Gwen, in her uniquely inimitable manner, shared stories of their life and Bob’s paintings. Many of the stories are included in the book.
The focus of this book is showcasing Bob’s paintings. As Viktor Tinkl, a classmate of Bob’s at the Ontario College of Art and life-long friend said, “The image speaks for itself, narrative is secondary.”
A special feature of this tribute to Robert Ralph Carmichael will include an original painting by Christopher Pollari, recently deceased. “When I was a teenager I went to see an art show by Robert-Ralph Carmichael and it was the first time I’d ever seen a real true artist, and right then and there, that’s what I wanted to be.”
Karl will sign copies of his three published books: The Karjala Story: Revolution, War, Wonder. The Art of Robert-Ralph Carmichael. How Beautiful Was My Valley.
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ABOUT THE ART HUB
The ART HUB At Spring, located at 504 Queen St. E., Sault Ste. Marie, ON is home to a gallery and event space, a salon and eleven art studios. Opened in 2022, ART HUB At Spring features local and area artists and musicians. Over 25 shows have exhibited to date.