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In the Atmosphere
On January 20, 2021, Jill Biden highlighted a Robert S. Duncanson painting at the US inauguration reception. Find out about Duncanson’s years in Montreal and connections with Canadian artists in this story from our Fall 2020 issue, “Chroma”
In the Atmosphere
On January 20, 2021, Jill Biden highlighted a Robert S. Duncanson painting at the US inauguration reception. Find out about Duncanson’s years in Montreal and connections with Canadian artists in this story from our Fall 2020 issue, “Chroma”
Saelan Twerdy’s Top 3 of 2014: Shifting Landscapes
Saelan Twerdy's top three picks of 2014 highlight surges in video art, increased international notoriety and biennials that foreground strong young talent.
Michael Turner’s Top 3 of 2014: Moments of Possession
Michael Turner lists his top three picks of 2014, including unexpected twists on institutional critique and bowls of reindeer soup.
Scene Makers
For our 30th anniversary, a slideshow of portraits of some of the artists and art professionals who have shaped the Canadian art world.
The First One
Canadian Art's first editor, Susan Walker, recalls the vision behind the development of our premiere Fall 1984 issue.
Art & Tech Takeaways from Banff’s Convergence Summit
Bryne McLaughlin reports on recent debates between art-and-tech leaders in Banff. The ultimate lesson: being human still matters.
When Private Goes Public: Miami Collections Raise Ethical Questions
Art Basel Miami is a showy display of wealth, David Balzer writes. Local private/public museums also prompt questions about privilege, curating and class.
After the Fall: Christos Dikeakos & The Okanagan
Bridging imagery from the Garden of Eden to Robert Smithson's Glue Pour, Dikeakos's Nature Morte frames the apple as symbol and stock. By Robin Laurence.
Synaesthetics: Aleesa Cohene Fuses the Senses
Aleesa Cohene creates synesthetic experiences that turn appropriations of film and TV clips into transfixing installations, writes Gabrielle Moser.