Reception for Art of Command: Portraits and Posters from Canada’s Afghan Mission

Reception at the University of Calgary’s Founders’ Gallery, The Military Museums of Calgary, for Art of Command: Portraits from Canada’s Afghan Mission. Reception starts at 5:30pm, remarks at 6pm. The Art of Command: Portraits and Posters from Canada’s Afghan Mission is a solo exhibition by Gertrude Kearns, Canada’s leading contemporary war artist. This exhibition examines the roles of specific highly ranked individuals who not only fought in but commanded Canada’s war in Afghanistan. Her work focuses on the complexities and consequences of military command in challenging situations, and reveals the inner struggles of those at the Afghan operation’s highest levels. This exhibition is not mere homage to Canada’s mission in Afghanistan; it’s a reflection of the effects war has on those who call the shots on the front lines. The Art of Command takes viewers — military and civilians alike — on an emotional journey, through the presentation of fearless, self-assured and ruthlessly honest portraits and fine art prints of military subjects. The Founders’ Gallery is located at 4520 Crowchild Trail SW Calgary, AB, T2T 5J4.
Location:
The Founders Gallery at the Military Museum of Calgary
More information at http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/calendar/reception-art-command-portraits-and-posters-canadas-afghan-mission