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Monday, October 16, 2017
Not your typical art class
The RMG is rolling out 21st century learning 21st century learning is an exciting, new and impactful educational model that’s developed around an understanding of 21st century skills and knowledge; like the role technology plays in day-to-day life, being adaptable and collaborative, thinking independently and critically, and effective communication. We’re really thrilled to be bringing…
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Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Women in Art and Community
Women in Art and Community There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish. -Michelle Obama Alexandra Luke would be proud. While we can only speculate on how she saw the future of a small building on Simcoe Street that housed works by the Painters’ 11 and other Canadian artists, fifty years later…
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Thursday, November 24, 2016
The Process of Imagination: An Interview with Jay Dart
by: Raechel Bonomo How many times have you gone to write a story or paint a picture to find yourself staring at a blank screen or canvas for what seems like eternity? This process of an artists struggle to grasp a familiar but unique concept within their work is the underlying theme of Jay Dart:…
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Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Meet Carla Sinclair, our Manager of Volunteer and Community Development
Today we sat down with Carla Sinclair, the RMG's Manager of Volunteer and Community Development to find out more about her role and what she gets up to each day. You probably recognize Carla as your host of RMG Fridays - say hello next time you see her in the RMG Shop. The RMG: What’s…
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Tuesday, July 19, 2016
Meet Stephen Dick, our Manager of Protection Services
Stephen Dick is our Manager of Protection Services. You may recognise him as you walk into the gallery as the friendly greeter who knows everything about the gallery (and kindly asks you to leave your backpack at security). Ask Steve about the drums next time you visit! The RMG: What’s a typical day like for you? Stephen Dick: My typical day…
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Tuesday, July 12, 2016
Meet Alessandra Cirelli, our Assistant Curator
Alessandra Cirelli is the RMG’s new Assistant Curator. You may recognize her as our curatorial intern from last summer - from volunteer to assistant curator, we're thrilled to welcome her to the team! Come by and say hello. The RMG: How did you get into this field? Alessandra Cirelli: I studied Art and Art History at the University of Toronto…
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