Woodland Wool: Glenn Knockwood

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5/23/09

5/22/09

piano makes so much more sense now

My lovely friend Glenn introduced me to this site yesterday, it is just brimming with fantastic information! This clip in particular nearly brought me to tears... I took piano lessons as a young girl - if only I had Benjamin Zander as my teacher!

http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/benjamin_zander_on_music_and_passion.html

5/21/09

Here's a portrait of the ever beautiful and magical Glenn Knockwood, who is setting out on a mission to help save the earth's water, among many other things.

Glenn is one of the most amazing people I have ever met. Glenn's constant quest to understand the universe has brought all of us who love him much knowledge along the way.

Glenn, through his continual research, discovered Parkour well over five years ago, and began to teach himself, and others, the spiritual sport.

Glenn now provides regular workshops and knowledge sessions here in Halifax and is in the works of opening a community centre and gym to give a permanent home to Halifax Parkour.

So if ever you're in our neck of the woods, and see someone resembling Clark Kent flying around our lovely city, go on up to Glenn and introduce yourself. Don't be surprised if he gives you a giant hug and whisper "bless your water" in your ear.

For more info on Glenn and the Halifax Parkourists visit: http://www.halifaxparkour.com/

Working in the arts has always been in the cards for me. After a childhood filled with time spent creating using what ever materials available, it was no surprise that by the age of seven I was firmly committed to living the life of an artist as I grew up.

After attending specialized art classes as a teen, I began my post secondary education studying photography and digital imaging, before shifting my focus towards graphic design, printmaking and film studies, eventually receiving a BFA from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design in 2003.

Upon graduation I began teaching art to elementary students, and for over two decades I have continued to work as a freelance photographer and designer, collaborating with many musicians, entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organizations.

Since relocating to the tiny community of Ellershouse over a decade ago, my artistic practice has grown to include the creation of tactile fine artworks and products that make use of natural and recycled materials. These days I primarily create using wool from local British milking sheep raised in Avondale, which I carefully hand dye prior to transforming the fibre into vibrant felted wall hangings and functional items like hats and purses.

After taking on the role of facility manager for the Avon River Heritage Society Museum in 2013, the tidal river that surrounds the historic waterfront park became an ongoing source of inspiration for my artwork, especially evident in my 2019 felted series ADAPT, my graphic print Year of the Salmon, and the corresponding installation Ghost Salmon, which was placed along Simpson's Creek in Newport Landing in June of 2019.

When I'm not working or creating I continue to pass along my skills and knowledge by leading fibre art workshops and demonstrations, and by actively volunteering with groups like the Avon River Arts Society and the Full Circle Festival, organizing cultural events and activities.