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05/06/2025

14/06/2024

Delighted to share news! UK Premiere of THE HEIRLOOM, by the first-time filmmaker Ben Petrie. Facing a long winter of lockdown and combating a bad case of writer’s block, a desperate filmmaker agrees to rescue a traumatized dog with his girlfriend. Part rescue dog rom-com, part auto-fiction psychodrama, and part family scrapbook, this debut feature displays a disquieting amount of emotional authenticity, capturing what it means to be human.

Nominated for Best Discovery Award, Best Debut Director and Best Performance in a Debut, you can’t miss this outstanding Canadian film, debuting at Prince Charles on 24 June at 6 PM. Book your tickets here: https://princecharlescinema.com/film/31616667/the-heirloom/

10/05/2024

08/05/2024

🎨 We are thrilled to showcase a remarkable auction prize piece by the incredibly talented at the . Based in London, Oona is an artist who passionately explores language through drawing, clay making, and film.

During Grimes’ 2018 Bridget Riley Fellowship at The British School at Rome, she delved into a captivating journey—from extracting Lorenzetti tartans and cartoon details from Etruscan paintings to appropriating neorealist films.

Entitled “The Trickster,” this piece embodies a ‘boundary-crosser’ who embraces chaos and transgression. Oona’s work is simultaneously foolish, provocative, and authoritative, reflecting
what Calvino describes as “the irreplaceable outline of all human stories... where a moral personality fulfills itself traversing a ruthless nature or society.”

07/05/2024

🍁 Introducing “Autumn Breeze” 🍁

Behold our next auction item for : the exquisite craftsmanship of LorneHussey, a seasoned artisan whose passion for nature breathes life into every piece he creates.
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About the Piece: “Autumn Breeze” is a masterpiece carved from beautiful BC hardwood, boasting a mesmerizing 12-inch canvas of birds-eye maple. Each
delicate maple leaf, meticulously carved and brought to life through pyrography against a striking black background, whispers tales of the woodland’s secrets.

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Inspiration: For Lorne, art is more than just a medium—it’s a reflection of his lifelong affinity for the natural world. From the fertile fields of
the Fraser Valley to the serene shores of Qualicum Beach, his journey has been intertwined with the rhythms of nature. With “Autumn Breeze,” Lorne invites you to experience the essence of his woodland wanderings and his enduring connection to the great outdoors.

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Mentorship with a Master: Lorne’s journey took an exciting turn when he had the privilege of training under the tutelage of the esteemed woodturner
and carver, Douglas J. Fisher. Two years of mentorship transformed his artistry, opening a new chapter of innovation and inspiration. Through the hands of a master, Lorne found the means to sculpt stories in wood, each piece bearing witness to his passion
and dedication.

Every curve, every line, every whisper of “Autumn Breeze” speaks volumes about Lorne’s artistic journey—a journey fueled by a profound love for nature and a relentless pursuit of
perfection. Join us in celebrating the beauty of craftsmanship and the enduring spirit of creativity.
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07/05/2024

🔊Teachers, we are marking D-Day80 with Stories behind the Poppy Canada - United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce Canada-UK Foundation Canada in the United Kingdom British High Commission, Ottawa.
There are a few days are left to send in questions for Canadian D-Day veteran, Captain Bill. What would your class like to ask? https://www.big-ideas.org/send-your-questions/

07/05/2024

Indulge in one-night stay at , a 14 room boutique luxury hotel, sitting atop Sun Hill in Cowes Old Town, Isle of Wight. It is a favourite with yachtsmen and stylish travellers alike, providing easy access within steps of the Hotel via a 28-minute high speed passenger ferry service from Southampton.
Foresters Hall is featured by the experts at MICHELIN Guide as a Tablet Plus Hotel and is the only hotel on the Isle of Wight accepted by boutique hotel specialists . The restaurant at Foresters Hall, featuring Chef Jake Storey who joined in October, 2023, has already been recommended in the MICHELIN Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2024.
Intimate, discreet, laid-back luxury awaits.

05/05/2024

The Papyrus Pocket Mirror - a miniature version of a mirror ca 1550 - 1438 Egypt. This piece features carved lines in the handle in the design of a stylised papyrus plant, a symbol of creative female power and regeneration. The piece is polished with a high mirror finishing making it a functional pocket mirror. Handmade with recycled and re-refined silver. Mirror measures 56mm x 30mm. Founder and CEO Ashley McFarlane was born in Toronto of Jamaican descent. She has used jewellery to trace and explore her heritage in the Caribbean through to the ancient Moors, the Gold Coast, Central Africa, Egypt and down the Nile to the root of the world’s jewellery traditions, ancient Nubia. She hopes her designs inspire you to use jewellery and everyday adornments to do the same designs have been featured at the Royal Ontario Museum, in Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, GC Magazine and on celebrities including Viola Davis, Gabrielle Union and Issa Rae.
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03/05/2024

A chance to get your hands on the sold-out Iridescent Brooch- Made with cascade faceted Aurora Austrian crystal chain and silver metal chain. Gifted by the Designer, artist, and connoisseur of statement pieces, is the “Queen of Costume Jewelry”. Shortly after her launch in 2003, she was quickly labelled the “Stone Angel” by Elle Canada, which was soon followed by being placed on Elle’s “Hot 100” list. Along with holding the mantle as the Stone Angel, she was later crowned “Queen of Costume Jewelry” by Flare Magazine.

Now approaching 20 years in the industry, Rita’s reputation precedes her. Her pieces are nothing short of enchanting. Gemstones and precious metals are delicately woven together by time, dedication, and Rita’s secret ingredient behind her transcendent trademark: her ability as an ingenious visionary.
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