London's "SCENE MAGAZINE" gets it right!!!

I was more than thrilled to open up the August 13th-26th issue of SCENE magazine and find the "Art Beat" review by Amie Ronald-Morgan. Amie, from realms of notes, has distilled the essence of the current exhibitions and I would like you to see what she said.

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Attention art lovers! Now is the time to pop into Jonathon Bancroft-Snell Gallery to experience one of the most significant exhibitions to come to London this year. Jonathon's is currently hosting two shows, the 25th Anniversary Exhibition of "Fired Up - Contemporary Works in Clay" and "In Memoria", an award winning collection of vessels never before seen outside of New Brunswick.

"Fired Up" showcases the work of 20 leading ceramic artists from British Colombia. It's an exciting chance to see and touch some wonderful pieces," explained Jonathon Bancroft-Snell. Participating artists includee Walter Dexter and Laurie Rolland. both members of the Royal canadian Academy. In Memoria consists of seven vessels by Brigitte Clavette. "The show was born out of the death of Brigitte's partner, " said Bancroft-Snell. "The pieces are associated with a love affair and the end of the journey through life."

The majority of the exhibition's featured artists were in attendance at the show's gala opening on August 6. The eevent was documented on video by Drew Stitt, host and producer of the TV show London Calling.

"Drew is passioante about London. I felt he would bring to the project the energy, enthusiasm, and talent needed to capture the event. So often we get excited about artists after they're gone: it's important historically and socially to document these people while they're alive and producing." said Bancroft-Snell. The project parks a first in a series of filmed artists interviews to be archived by the gallery.

Jonathon's has the distinction of having more Canadian comtemporary ceramics on display than any gallery - public or private - in the country. And there's never been a better time to collect, remarked Bancroft-Snell. " The avant garde in Canadian ceramics is only 50 years old and most of the late career artists are still alive, producing very accesible work." he said. "You are not just purchasing a bowl, a vase, a mug. You are purchasing the story of that piece's maker. For the collector, this exhibition is extraordinary, for the novice; this is the most amazing opportunity to see the finest work in Canada in one place."

As you can see Amie has done a great job capturing the essence of the exhibitions. Scene Magazine is a great place to check out what is happening in London in the arts. Particularly London's vibrant music scene. Check them out at http://www.scenemagazine.com