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About igNIGHT Art Illuminated

igNIGHT is a temporary public art exhibition championed by Public Art Wood Buffalo. Now in its fifth year, igNIGHT aims is to invigorate spaces in the downtown core by using illuminated artwork. This year, four local artists have created three pieces inspired by the theme of Solstice.

Exhibits

Winter Solstice - The Longest Hunt - The Longest Hunt by Amy Keller-Rempp

The Bird House by Kritsana Naowakhun

Solstice by Ruth Perry and Sonia Burke-Smith

When

December 4 to 13, 2020.

Where

The artwork will be installed in the parking lot on Main Street and Franklin Avenue. The exhibition will have a drive-thru format. Vehicles can enter the exhibition via Franklin Avenue between Morrison Street and Main Street.

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Self-Guided Tour

Visitors are invited to drive through the parking lot to view the artworks from the comfort (and warmth!) of their own vehicles. Remember to bring your phone as an online guide will be available to provide a deeper understanding of the artists and their interpretation of this year’s theme, Solstice.

2020 Curatorial Theme - SOLSTICE

The Solstice phenomenon has been observed throughout time by ancient and modern civilizations around the world. The word Solstice is derived from Latin, with sol meaning "sun" and sistere meaning "to stand still" which describes the observation of the point that the sun pauses or stands still in the sky momentarily during this bi-annual occurrence. Solstice marks the moment in time that one of Earth’s poles is at its greatest distance from the equator, marking the beginning of astronomical winter in one hemisphere and summer in the other. This cosmic occurrence has been held with mystical belief and gratitude as cultures through the ages have marked the event with traditional ritual and celebrations. Solstice traditions recognize the close relationship of the sun, earth and of the human spirit. It is a time of reflection, renewal, giving thanks and hope.