Ice Follies 2025
February 7th - 21st, 2025THEME: OZHAASHIKWAA (THE ICE IS SLIPPERY)
There is slippery ice; extra care and consideration is needed. Travelling and moving forward is difficult; the conditions are unsteady. The terrain ahead demands resilience and adaptability as the path forward remains uncertain.
Nico Glaude, Sign Language, 2025
For Ice Follies 2025, Nico Glaude presents a striking installation of towering 8-foot “monoliths,” each adorned with hand-painted signs. Inspired by nostalgic memories of arrow-shaped signs carved with family names on trees during his childhood summers, these monoliths symbolize the journey of falling, finding direction, and grounding oneself again. The installation invites viewers to reflect on personal growth, resilience, and the passage of time. Securely anchored with plywood and cinderblocks, Glaude’s sign-based sculptures stand as temporary beacons, guiding those who encounter them through a moment of contemplation and connection.
Artist Bio:
Nico Glaude is a Sudbury-based artist known for his public art and mural work. Introduced to graffiti in his teens, he became fascinated with creating art in public spaces. Since 2017, Nico has completed over 150 temporary installations throughout downtown Sudbury, designed to be discovered, salvaged, or allowed to fade with time. His work evokes nostalgia, inviting viewers to reflect on moments in their past while embracing the transient nature of his installations, much like the memories they evoke. Through his art, Nico aims to spark curiosity and create a lasting emotional connection with the public.
Social Links:
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nicoglaude/