Albion was honored by visits from several Canadians in April 2016, who discussed the outdoors, the arts, and trade between our two neighboring nations.
Joanie and Gary McGuffin, Canadian explorers, tracked down the locations captured by the famed Canadian painters, the “Group of Seven,” who is just now becoming more known outside of Canada.
Douglas George, Consul General of Canada, discussed details on the history and little-known benefits of the remarkable relationship between the the United States and Canada.
Read about the events from that week by clicking here.
Who are the “Group of Seven” artists? Many of the Group of Seven’s canvases and sketches, from the 1920’s have become iconic representations of the Canadian soul. We heard from more than one professional artist that the film “Painted Land” has inspired them to try painting outdoors here in Michigan. Read about the Group of Severn Artists by clicking here.