telegraphjournal.com /salon
Double exposure
Spend a day in Saint John and you will likely encounter a design by the late Jim Stackhouse, whether it's the stylized "b" logo of the Harbour Bridge Authority, which won an international design award; the drawing of two young waifs he did for the Empty Stocking Fund, taking place today; or the original design for Loyalist Man, the city's iconic former mascot (although later changes to the design made him not want to be associated with it).
Power in one's talent being recognized
On successive days I attended two celebrations honouring excellence in the arts. The first was a gathering in Will and Debbie Van Den Hoonaard's lovely home overlooking the St. John River valley, the second such party they have given for Jo-Anne Elder.
Alison Gayton
Potter and president of Third Space Gallery says she is inspired by Saint John's oil refinery. 'I am in awe of its massive presence.'
From the ground up
Potter Darren Emenau's work is not consistent in the sense of symmetrical shapes or homogenous glazes.
Tippling responsibly
With the holiday season comes many get-togethers. This is the time of year for office parties and festive luncheons and dinners. During these times it is not uncommon for alcohol to be consumed.
Scroll Down for More Salon.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Most Popular Salon Articles
Most Discussed Salon Articles
Search Articles
A tall order to fill
In Atlantic Canada's 100 Greatest Books, Trevor Adams and Stephen Clare attempt to fill a tall order, to present and celebrate the greatest Atlantic Canadian books.
Hijinks, schemes and adventures
One part Sopranos, one part First Wives Club and one part Adventures In Babysitting, Hit & Mrs. is an overtly woman-centred tale in which a quartet of 50-year-olds take on New York and proceed to attempt "to outwit and outrun the mob." And hilarity definitely ensues.
New Brunswick's reading
New Brunswick's reading
Peggy Woolsey named artist-in-residence at the New Brunswick Museum
Visual artist and art educator Peggy Woolsey has been named artist-in-residence in the galleries at the New Brunswick Museum from November to February.
Agenda
Agenda is Salon's weekly look at what's going on around the province.
Usage of you, we, tu and vous
I’m intrigued by the use of you when I is meant. This happens most often when the speaker is on TV or the radio, but the phenomenon also happens in casual conversation.
Salon in Pictures
Ceremonial home
In an out-of-the-way alcove in Government House, a simple plate represents one of the greatest treasures on display in the historic and beautifully decorated residence of New Brunswick's lieutenant-governor.
Usage of you, we, tu and vous
I'm intrigued by the use of you when I is meant. This happens most often when the speaker is on TV or the radio, but the phenomenon also happens in casual conversation. A young man is being interviewed about his heroic action. He starts out, "I really didn't think about it." Then he switches to you.
Nathalie Renault
Jazz songstress, musician from Campbellton says she adores Al Jarreau because of the tremendous beauty and freedom he inspires.
Heritage at stake
I was moved to disbelief when I read the newspaper article quoting a Saint John city official several months ago, as he claimed the remarkable buildings lining the west side of Wellington Row were "of no historic value" and that if they had to be destroyed in the name of progress, so be it.
Mr., Ms., President, Your Honour
Following protocol and exercising proper etiquette is crucial when addressing dignitaries.
Agenda
Agenda is Salon's weekly look at what's going on around the province.
Lives intertwined
It aches to read Bonnie Burnard's Suddenly. Partly because her compassionate illustrations of mothers and best friends make me miss mine.
Feline friends of 40 years
From the illustration on the cover, of a pretty ginger and white cat against a backdrop of rosy blooms on a flagstone patio, one could quite easily assume Jolicure Cats is a children's book about kitties.
Atlantic Writing Competition seeks submissions
The Writers Federation of Nova Scotia invites writers living in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edwards Island and Newfoundland and Labrador to enter The Atlantic Writing Competition.
Acadia's woman of words
Authors make things up. Imagined scenes, dialogue and characters are their stock in trade. After a half-century of writing, though, Antonine Maillet realized characters don't reside exclusively on the page, and they aren't strictly the creation of authors.
Kathy Hamer
New president of ArtsLink NB says the province has truly outstanding artists and we need to recognize their talents and value to society
On the Net for all to hear and see
In Blink Malcolm Gladwell tells how women musicians came into their own in the world of classical music. Audition committee members had fooled themselves into thinking that they could assess merit after the first few notes the musician played.
Can't find what you're looking for? Try the article search.
More CE Network Sites & Partners:
