The David MacIntosh painting unveiled by the Town of New Glasgow this month as part of its 150th anniversary celebrations. Photo by ContributedArticle contentNEW GLASGOW – During its November regular public council meeting, the Town of New Glasgow took the opportunity to unveil a painting by local artist David MacIntosh, as part of its 150th anniversary celebrations. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThe town issued a release about the event, describing MacIntosh as a “renowned, self-taught artist, born and raised in New Glasgow.” Article contentArticle content“Who has gained national recognition,” the release adds. “MacIntosh’s main inspiration is the early work of European masters, which blends impressive oil technical proficiency and representational accuracy with majestic emotional intensity.” Article contentArticle contentNew Glasgow Mayor Nancy Dicks is quoted in the release. Article content“David MacIntosh’s painting for the New Glasgow 150 Anniversary celebration pays tribute to New Glasgow’s picturesque riverside setting and homage to the river (Amasipukwejk) as the lifeblood of the community, and a community gathering place,” Dicks said. Article content“It features the picturesque beauty of our fresh water/saltwater river, a regal eagle, an historical symbol of strength and wisdom as a salute to our storied history, and a salmon, a symbol of preservation and renewal as we begin another chapter. Both the eagle and fish in general are revered symbols of nature in many cultures. Article content“The painting also gives tribute to New Glasgow’s industrial past, its role as a mercantile centre, and its current role as a commercial service centre and community gathering place.” Article contentThe release notes MacIntosh’s first commissioned work for the town was for a heritage series back in the early 2000s. Article contentArticle content“The series have included town pioneers and leaders such as New Glasgow’s first mayor Adam Carr Bell, human rights activist Dr, Carrie Best, ship builder James William Carmichael, social activist Caroline Carmichael, the first female and longest serving mayor Ann MacLean, and Henderson Paris, human rights leader,” the release lists. Article contentIt further notes the series included heritage streetscapes, the ship building history of New Glasgow, picturesque landscapes, and historical structures such as the first hospital and former train station. Article content“His works have also featured the Ship Hector and have been sold to visitors from around the world,” the release states. “MacIntosh was also commissioned jointly by the Town of New Glasgow and the Province of Nova Scotia in 2010 to paint a portrait of human rights activist Viola Desmond which is on display in Government House.” Article contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle content
Art pays tribute to New Glasgow’s setting on majestic river
