The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 10 is bringing images of war into the public spotlight.
The legion created a Canadian War Art exhibit for the community, which features work from six Canadian artists.
The work will be displayed on two modules to be used by schools, community groups and other interested organizations in Nanaimo.
“There is really no war art available for viewing,” said John Bruce, vice-president of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 10 and manager of the project. “We felt having a display of war art for Nanaimo was worth the investment.”
The legion is hosting an event Sunday (April 10) from 2-5 p.m. at Branch 10 Legion, located at 129 Harewood Rd. The unveiling is at 2:30 p.m.
Bruce said the project aligns with the legion’s goal of remembrance and ensuring there is a realistic portrayal of war in the community.
“It is in no way intended to embellish war. It’s a reminder of when things get out of hand and what can go wrong,” said Bruce.
The legion secured a $6,000 grant for the Canadian War Art exhibit through the World War Commemorations Community Fund administered by the Canadian Heritage department. The legion paid a royalty to the Canadian War Museum to use the artists’ work.
The art project includes work from George Tinning, Lawren Harris, C. Anthony Law, Alex Colville, Charles Comfort and Orville Fisher.
To learn more or to request to access the exhibit please call Bruce at 250-616-3353.
arts@nanaimobulletin.com
