Staff Profiles: Ann Helps

Now that we are settling into our new space at the corner of Lochiel and Christina Street, we thought it is important to re-introduce gallery staff; You may recognize some of the faces, but there are a few new staff members to present. 

 Ann Helps, Clerk at the Judith & Norman ALIX Art Gallery has been working at the gallery (Gallery Lambton)  for the past fifteen years! Ann is in charge of the everyday clerical and administrative duties for the gallery. She is also in charge of memberships, and is the self-proclaimed part-time greeter to the administrative section of the new gallery. 

Ann Helps,  at her desk in the Judith & Norman ALIX Art Gallery

We sat down with Ann to ask her a few questions about her work at the gallery:

Jessica: What is your favourite part of the new gallery?
Ann: My new desk! I have a great view of Lochiel and Front streets, and a fantastic view of the waterfront!

Jessica: What is your favourite piece in our collection:
Ann: Hmmm that would have to be Emily Carr's, Broken but not Uprooted. I think it is great that we have such a great piece from a strong and trailblazing Canadian female artist.

Emily Carr, Broken But Not Uprooted. C 1932-1933. Gallery Lambton.
Gift of Dr. D. Park Jamieson, Sarnia, 1980.

Jessica: What do you like best about working in an art gallery?
Ann: Working with the public and volunteers! It is great meeting and speaking with people during exhibition openings, programs and special events.

Jessica: One last question: Who would play you in a movie about your life??
Ann: Sandra Bullock!

Thanks Ann! And stay tuned for the next staff profile!