THEY GAVE US WINGS - the Famous 5 - les célèbres 5
24 x 30, mixed media. September 19, 2010. In the early 1920's, 5 women banded together in Alberta to challenge the Supreme Court of Canada & the British Privy Council in "the Person's Case". On October 18, 1929, through their efforts, women were finally considered "persons" in matters of rights & privileges, thus breaking ground for them to enter the Senate. Even though it was many years before women of color were given the same rights, these daring five women laid the foundation so we could follow. The seeds for the painting were planted at the Radio Canada International interview on Sept. 7, 2010 (below) & by the Montreal Council of Women last year.
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Cheryl-you do not cease to amaze me.Your talent and energy are boundless.More power to you artist-warrior-woman. Namaste,Tamara
Sep. 23, 2010 By:
T. Copney
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Cheryl, I love this painting and will learn more about the "famous 5" - I am ignorant, but those little flags say a lot! Your strength helps me. Love, Jamie
Sep. 21, 2010 By:
Jamie Carr, Cape Cod
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This is fabulous, Cheryl! Thank you. How did I not know about these women??? Warmly, Karen
Sep. 21, 2010 By:
Karen Kane, Vermont
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Wow ! Thank you so much for this. I never knew these women existed. I feel ashamed and now want to know more about them.
Sep. 21, 2010 By:
Jeanette C.
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