Event Info
Behind the Lines: Contemporary Syrian Art:
Presented by the Penticton Art Gallery in partnership with the Cyrrus Gallery Da...
Mon-Fri 6:30am-10pm; Sat-Sun 8am-9pm. Exhibit closes Feb. 5 at 12pm.
Free
Opening: Thursday 25th January 2018
Opening Reception: Thursday, January 25, 7:00-9:00pm Performance by violinist Sari Alesh at 7:30pm. Free admission, everyone welcome.
Event Description
Presented by the Penticton Art Gallery in partnership with the Cyrrus Gallery Damascus.
In the midst of a conflict that has gripped the entire world, Behind the Lines | Contemporary Art from Syria is a traveling exhibition featuring paintings, photos, video and sculptures created by 19 contemporary Syrian artists. This exhibition features a wide range of artistic styles and media by artists ranging from the emerging to well established and internationally recognized. Individually and collectively their powerful work stands as a testament to their existence and aims to inspire not only people in Syria but also here in Canada. This exhibition is meant to build a greater understanding of the Syrian People, their art, rich culture, history and the turmoil their country continues to undergo.
Curated by:
– Paul Crawford, Penticton, British Colombia, Canada, www.pentictonartgallery.com
– Humam Alsalim, Damascus, Syria, www.Cyrrusgallery.wordpress.com ; Founding Member SYRIA.ART – Association pour la Promotion de l’Art Contemporain Syrien, syriaartasso.com
Venue
3220 Cedar Hill Rd
Open / Operational
In-Person Event
Wed. January 24th 2018 - Mon. February 5th 2018 + Add to Calendar
The Arts Centre at Cedar Hill
