Returned home from the Kaslo and my show at the
Langham Cultural Centre late yesterday afternoon. It's great to be back, but my walls seem much barer than usual.
The Langham is a heritage building restored by a group of Langham artists and residents in the early 1970's -- their hardwork and perseverance not only created a physical cultural centre but the legacy of a vibrant and committed community of artists of all disciplines who devote as much volunteer time and energy to booking its many performances and gallery shows as they probably do to their own artistic
practices. Everyone we met was friendly and open and went out of their way to make us feel welcome (they also put a lot of effort into making sure my opening reception was a success.)
Around sixty people turned out, and as the evening lengthened, the music got louder and much wine was consumed. Enough wine eventually (if not other sundry substances) that a couple of patrons took turns plunging the gallery into darkness to enjoy the illuminated light boxes all the better. I'll post some pictures at a later date.
An extra special thanks to everyone on their board (especially Regina, Kendrick, Anne & Emily) for all their hard work in putting the show together and, of course to Dan for all of his patience plus all the driving to and from.
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