Pertains to the artistic works and letters of David Milne. The editor provides a brief history of Milne and his life, and dedicates the rest of the publication to his letters. In including his letters, readers are afforded a glimpse into Milne’s life, as told by him. Additionally, the publication shares images of his art work, offering the reader a greater understanding of the early Canadian artist, David Milne.
Contents
David Milne (pg. 15)
Gershon Iskowitz - Roald Nasgaard (pg. 56)
Gordon Smith - Joan Lowndes (pg. 60)
Sound/sculpture - Joan Lowndes (pg. 66)
Daniel Solomon - Roald Nasgaard (pg. 70)
4 Sculptors - Roald Nasgaard (pg. 72)
William Townsend 1902-1973 - David Silcox (pg. 76)
Pertains to the Sight and Site project which in part revealed the richness of Calgary’s cultural community. The intent of the publication was to explore the artistic works of David B. Milne, a notable Canadian landscapist. The curators, Peter Savage and Lynda Snider explored the ways in which Milne’s style changed overtime, as well as other relevant and interesting details regarding his artistic career.
Contents
Foreword - Dr. Ann Davis (pg. 3)
Sight and Site: Location and the works of David B. Milne - Peter Savage and Lynda Snider (pg. 4)
Pertains to the work of David Brown Milne, a modernist artists whose work reflected the intellectual and emotional mind. Milne was a highly respected and influential artist who portrayed astonishing technique in both oil and watercolour. Rather than follow the path various other artists had at the time of his career, Milne ascended his own path, and his work reflects such independence. The publication is comprehensive in the sense that it combines Milne’s art with a history of his life and experiences. Written by David Silcox, the publication explores the artist’s successes, failures and major breakthroughs, artistically speaking. Readers can expect to learn more about David Brown Milne and his artistic endeavors.
Contents
Introduction (pg. 9)
One: Early promise and early success (pg. 11)
Two: A solitary path (pg. 19)
Three: The Great Depression: Years of productivity (pg. 39)
Pertains to the work of David Brown Milne, a modernist artists whose work reflected the intellectual and emotional mind. Milne was a highly respected and influential artist who portrayed astonishing technique in both oil and watercolour. Rather than follow the path various other artists had at the time of his career, Milne ascended his own path, and his work reflects such independence. Written by Rosemarie L. Tovell, the publication explores the artist’s successes, failures and major breakthroughs, artistically speaking. Readers can expect to learn more about David Brown Milne and his artistic endeavors.
Pertains to an exhibition catalogue outlining the work of David Milne, a highly accomplished Canadian painter, printmaker and writer. The publication was prepared in an effort to mark Canada’s centennial year. The publication begins with a brief history of David Milne as an artist, and the passion behind his work, followed by a series of images showcasing his art. Readers are offered a small glimpse into the life of the respected Canadian artist and creator, David Milne.
Notes
Exhibition calendar: February 3 - March 2, The Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queen's University at Kingston, Ontario; March 14 - April 17, London Public Library and Art Museum; April 26 - May 28, Willistead Art Gallery, Windsor; June 9 - 30, Sarnia Public Library and Art Gallery; July 7 - 31, Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery; August 7 - September 3, Rodman Hall Art Centre, St. Catharines; September 12 - October 10, Winnipeg Art Gallery, Winnipeg; October 21 - November 19, Muse´e du Que´bec, Que´bec.
Preface signed: Ralph Allen, Director, Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queen's University at Kingston, Ontario.
Pertains to an exhibition aimed at sharing the extraordinary artistic talent of Canadian artist, David Milne. While certainly not the largest exhibition of its kind, the hope was to share some forty watercolor art pieces in an intimate manor, in an effort to expose the breadth of Milne’s artistic achievements. The publication shares a brief history pertaining to Milne’s artistic career, as well as captures some of his art work.
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