Witness and Memories: A Refusal to Forget

Witness and Memories: A Refusal to Forget

I had the opportunity to attend the opening of the first Canadian solo exhibition by the internationally acclaimed multidisciplinary Iraqi artist Ali Eyal at SAW Gallery in Ottawa. It was a busy celebration of Arabic culture, with a DJ and a selection of Syrian food....
In Deep Water: Toronto Biennial of Art

In Deep Water: Toronto Biennial of Art

At sunset on a late spring day, a purple-blue cloud obscured the water. The crowd cheered. Hundreds had gathered, huddled together on the ground or standing along the promenade. Some children even climbed trees for a better view. An unexpected gust of wind blew plumes...