Under ground

By Jarus (Saskatoon, SK)

58 Lisgar, south facing wall
August 2017, Up Here 3

Sponsored by Becker Mining Systems

Jarus came to Sudbury to trace a bit of his family's history. His grandfather worked underground at Falconbridge. He visited the Sudbury Archives in Falconbridge, little Italy in Copper Cliff and went underground at Dynamic Earth. 

He heard stories upon stories but one story really resonated and stood out. The story was told to us in 2013. It's the story of the first woman on payroll at INCO. It's a story of strength and resilience. It's a story about a mother with a big heart and rough hands who challenged the status quo. Finally, it's a compelling story that's not ours to tell, but we hope will be told at the right time. This piece is a nod to that story, and to the many women who work underground.

Jarus

Inspired by the people he meets and beauty of nature, Jarus brings people closer to art and encourages them to look at the world in new ways. Known for his realistic portraits, the painterly quality of his stroke and smooth play of the light and shadow bring his subjects to life. His work isn’t meant to mimic photography, it has a life of its own. His work at Up Here reflects his local connections - his mother grew up in Sudbury and his grandfather worked underground.