17th Annual Come Up To My Room

January 28, 2020 Glodeane Brown

Untitled, Morris Wazney — *Untitled*, Morris Wazney

Come Up To My Room (CUTMR) at Toronto’s historic Gladstone Hotel is always a January highlight. The four-day event happens at the same time as Toronto Design Week and the Interior Design Show, making it a good time to visit Toronto if you’re into art and design.

A Weekend in Detroit

January 23, 2020 Glodeane Brown

I love it when a plan comes together. In November, I saw Dr. Kenneth Montague speak about The Wedge Collection, his privately-owned contemporary art collection focusing on exploring African diasporic culture and contemporary Black life.

Shine Bright Like a Diamond: Interview With Jennifer Lyon

January 10, 2020 Glodeane Brown

Jennifer Lyon is a Waterloo-based artist, blending her love of photography, contemporary media storytelling and community building.

Dr. Kenneth Montague On Wedge Curatorial Projects

November 25, 2019 Glodeane Brown

There are many reasons why people collect art. It could be for investment purposes, prestige, or to decorate their spaces. For Dr. Kenneth Montague collecting art is a labour of love and a way to connect with his identity.

Guelph’s Kazoo! Spoooktacular 2019 features Erick García Gómez

October 29, 2019 Glodeane Brown

Erick García Gómez is a self-taught painter. His main inspiration is from his hometown, San Cristóbal de las Casas, and his grandmother, who was a village healer. His work focuses on personal stories and political issues.