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Random Acts of Art April 7 - June 24, 2005
Random Acts of Art is on display April 7th to June 24th in the Langley Centennial Museum’s National Exhibition Centre gallery. This juried art exhibition was organized in partnership with the Langley Arts Council. The concept of Random Acts of Art honours a long tradition of artistic creativity where the effects of chance and randomness are explored in the belief that greater spontaneity will tap the subconscious and reveal new insights into the human spirit. Twentieth century movements such as Dada, Surrealism, and Abstract Expressionism all upheld spontaneity as a key objective. The exhibit theme also plays on the idea of “Random Acts of Kindness(TM)”, which suggests that committing a spontaneous act of kindness will lead to a “synergy” of more compassionate living on a global scale. Random acts of kindness are intended to be anonymous gestures of goodwill, with an emphasis on small acts that are done without hope of reward. Paying the toll of a motorist behind you in line at a toll bridge, leaving a bouquet of flowers on a stranger’s doorstep, or helping someone with their bags at an airport are all examples of “RAK’s”. The key to the Random Act of Kindness is that it is an unplanned gesture that while seemingly random and senseless, ultimately contributes to creating positive change through creating a more caring society. “Random Acts of Art” celebrates spontaneity and synergy. In a juried show, the creative energies of many artists are brought together into an unanticipated product. The works on display are first created by the artist, then selected by a juror, arranged by a curator, and viewed by an audience. Many people contribute to the creation, selection, display, and perception of the piece. The appeal of a juried show is the surprise: the content of the show is unknown to everyone until it opens. Every show has its own energy that is created from the combination of a variety of artists’ works into a whole that is more than the sum of its parts. “Random Acts of Kindness” is a trademark of the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation. |
| OTHER ARTICLES | |
| Article | Date |
| Interwoven: N’laka’pamux Basketry and Basket Makers The Langley Centennial Museum is happy to present its newest exhibit, Interwoven: N’laka’pamux Basketry and Basket Makers |
5/11/2010 |
| Between Words: The Trinity Western University Senior Art Show Between Words is an exploration of human existence expressed through contemporary art-making practices of visual mediums. |
4/7/2010 |
| Plastic Fantastic: Men’s and Women’s Clothing of the 1960’s The Langley Centennial Museum is pleased to again welcome Ivan Sayers and his fabulous collection of clothing |
12/22/2009 |
| 100-Mile Harvest: Juried Art from the Fraser Valley Chapter Juried Art from the Fraser Valley Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists |
8/30/2009 |
| Lanterns exhibit The Langley Centennial Museum is pleased to announce its first partnership with the Asian-Canadian Special Events Association (ACSEA) |
5/5/2009 |
| Trinity Western University Senior Art Show 2009 The Langley Centennial Museum is pleased to announce its first partnership with Trinity Western University. |
4/7/2009 |
| Nothing Without Effort: A History of Langley |
11/9/2008 |
| Barbara Boldt: The Journey Join us at the Museum for Barbara Boldt: The Journey from January 15 – March 26, 2009. |
10/30/2008 |
| Remembering the 1950s Come and relive the memories of this fun, fantastic and sometimes fearful decade. |
8/21/2008 |
| Century Sam Meets a Princess: 1958 Remembered See how Langley celebrated the 100th anniversary of the momentous year 1858. |
6/16/2008 |
| Foyer Artists 2007-2008 List of Foyer Artists from the year 2006-2007 |
1/1/2008 |
| From Dior to Ducktails: Men's and Women's Clothing from the 1950s The Museum's newest exhibit, "From Dior to Ducktails: Men's and Women's Clothing from the 1950s," kicks off a year in which the 1950s is celebrated. |
1/1/2008 |
| Exploration, Interpretation, Evolution: Artists’ Journey Fort Langley Artists' Group members are exhibiting a variety of media... |
10/30/2007 |
| Foyer Artists for 2006-2007 List of Foyer Artists from the year 2006-2007 |
9/9/2007 |
| The River is Us: The Many Stories of Kwantlen The people of Kwantlen First Nation share their traditions and history in this exciting collaborative project. |
7/2/2007 |
| BLIND CORNER: An Exhibition of Process-Based Artwork This show focuses on the process of creation rather than the final products. Examining the production of works can offer new insight and understanding |
5/17/2007 |
| Robert H. Flaherty's Northern Focus Evocative photographs showing Inuit and First Nations individuals are accented by Inuit sculptures now on display at the Museum. |
2/1/2007 |
| Maps to Explore at the Langley Centennial Museum Maps and their meanings are available for exploring in the newest exhibit at the Langley Centennial Museum & National Exhibition Centre. |
10/20/2006 |
| Transient Realities Transient Realities examines change through the documentary art of Fort Langley artist Rudi Dangelmaier. |
7/19/2006 |
| Portrait of a Valley The wonderful variety of vistas in the Fraser River valley will be explored by ... |
5/28/2006 |
| A Survey of British Columbia Printmaking |
1/18/2006 |
| Brewer’s Gold: A History of the Hop Picking Industry in BC |
10/26/2005 |
| Shashin: Japanese Canadian Studio Photography to 1942 |
7/10/2005 |
| Random Acts of Art |
5/5/2005 |
| High Water: Flooding on the Fraser On exhibit until March 31 |
2/1/2005 |
| Artists in Communities Forums Artists in Communities Forums - November 1, November 15, & December 6 |
10/31/2004 |
| Gardens & Vineyards Works by members of the Fraser Valley Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists. |
8/11/2004 |
| Self Centred: Explorations of the Self in Portraiture What lies at the heart of the desire to create a portrait of one-self? This exhibition explores the theme of self-portraiture. |
3/14/2004 |
| New Kilpin Catalogue Available The publication is available at the Langley Centennial Museum |
3/13/2004 |
| A New Museum For Langley? Are you interested in helping shape the future of a new museum for Langley? Click below for more information. |
11/2/2003 |
| Visit our new on-line exhibits! Kilpin on-line and Voices from the Grave. |
9/17/2003 |
| Langley's cemeteries on-line! Introducing a new heritage resource: Langley's cemeteries on-line! |
8/17/2003 |
| Stolen Dreams: Portraits of the World’s Working Children Exhibit examines the issue of child labour through photos, artifacts, and works of art. Organized by the Manitoba Museum. |
3/20/2003 |
| CLAY 2003 Juried exhibit of works from the Fraser Valley Potters Guild |
2/23/2003 |
| Legh Mulhall Kilpin View a selection of works by this turn-of-the century Canadian artist. |
10/10/2002 |
| Three for Trees Trees always grow in the out of doors, but in July trees will be sprouting inside the Museum! |
7/15/2002 |
| Coming Home: Objects from Fort Langley's Past Exotic weapons, carefully constructed figurines, Spanish armour, and more! |
2/21/2002 |
| Cemetery Tour: Tales of Murrayville Tombs Join heritage consultant Warren Sommer to hear wonderful Langley stories that are inspired by the graves found in the historic Murrayville Cemetery. |
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