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Iconic British artist David Hockney dead at 88

Artist David Hockney, whose paintings of pools shimmering in the Los Angeles sunshine became icons of 20th century art, died Thursday, his publicist said. He was 88. Hockney was born in the north of England but lived much of his life in Southern California, making its sun-drenched suburban views a …

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Netflix, Warner Music sign multi-year deal to produce artist documentaries

Listen to this article Estimated 2 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Netflix ​and Warner Music Group (WMG) have signed an exclusive multi-year deal to produce documentary series …

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Chuck Norris, Hollywood martial artist and actor, dead at 86

Martial arts phenom and Hollywood action star Chuck Norris — known for Walker, Texas Ranger, among other macho roles — died on Thursday at the age of 86, in what his family described as a “sudden passing.” “It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of …

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N.S. artist helps kelp grow in homemade clay pots in underwater art installation

Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A Dalhousie University student is mixing their passion for conservation and art in a bid to …

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P.E.I. vet college apologizes for asking artist to remove painting based on U.S. politics

The Atlantic Veterinary College has apologized to its former artist-in-residence who quit after being asked to take down a painting he says was censored by the Charlottetown institution due to its political message. In a statement, the college acknowledged that asking Christopher Griffin to choose between removing his painting, The Crossing, or …

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The 130-year-old Cherry Blossom candy is dead, and this N.L. artist is paying homage to its legacy

Kate Fudge is an artist based in Pasadena. Her products feature popular Newfoundland and Labrador foods like Carnation milk and Cherry Blossom candies. (Submitted by Kate Fudge) First it was mustard pickles. Now, another Canadian convenience store staple is flying off the shelves forever: the Cherry Blossom candy, a fruit-filled chocolate …

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Ontario artist illustrates Canada Post holiday stamp collection

If you receive any cards this holiday season, you may want to take a look in the corner before you toss that envelope. There might be a tiny work of art done by Colborne, Ont. illustrator, Tim Zeltner. He was chosen to illustrate three snowy scenes for the annual Canada …

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‘The intimacy is really motivating’: Saskatoon Bunkhouse looks for new artists – Saskatoon

The city of Saskatoon is looking for new artists to take up residence in the Bunkhouse located in the Forestry Farm Park and Zoo. Aarin Rinas is a painter and currently one of six artists in residence. Read more: Marking 50 years at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo …

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Toronto-based scenic artist Ray Lalonde’s winning streak on Jeopardy! ends

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted January 4, 2023 6:17 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size Toronto-based scenic artist Ray Lalonde’s winning streak on Jeopardy! has ended. Lalonde, who was hoping for his 14th victory on the long-running trivia game show, had amassed winnings of US$386,400 going …

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