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Good Over Evil: Diwali, Festival of Lights

Good Over Evil: Diwali, Festival of Lights

Written By: Aruna Panday, PhD Candidate York University, Co-chair Friends of South Asia Committee Diwali, also Romanized as Divali or Deepawali, literally means 'row of lights.'   Diwali is celebrated by over one billion Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains (and their friends!) in South Asia and

ROM wins Ontario’s Accessible Tourism Award

ROM wins Ontario’s Accessible Tourism Award

The ROM is proud to announce that we have been honoured with Ontario’s Accessible Tourism Award at the 2015 Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence. Creating access at the ROM is a journey which our Museum has embraced, and this recognition is a great testament to our direction. The Ontario Tourism

New to ROM: Tiger Claw Necklace

Hunting trophy. Victorian jewelry. Conservation symbol. This tiger claw necklace comes from the late 19th century, during the time of the British Raj in India. Such ornaments were made from the claws of tigers killed during popular elite hunting activities. On the one hand, it is quite a beautiful

Nature Stories through Photography: Insights from Connor Stefanison

Nature Stories through Photography: Insights from Connor Stefanison

Guest Blog written by Environmental Visual Communication student Sean de Francia The world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition has served as an important channel to bring ecology and biodiversity to the centre of conversation. Since its beginnings, the travelling exhibition has

WPY- The Proof is in the Picture

WPY- The Proof is in the Picture

Guest Blog written by Environmental Visual Communication student Kendra Marjerrison Looking out the eight-foot-high windows of the Tundra Buggy traversing Wapusk National Park, Don Gutoski waited for signs of life. The guide noticed it first- a red fox moving across the snowy expanse of tundra.

Women in Wildlife Photography

Women in Wildlife Photography

Guest Blog written by Environmental Visual Communication student Krystal Seedial It’s that time of year again that all wildlife photography enthusiasts have been waiting for! The winning images from the eminent Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition are currently on display at the Royal

The Japanese Art Collection of the ROM: A Look at Edo Period Tsuba

The Japanese Art Collection of the ROM: A Look at Edo Period Tsuba

  The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) has a large collection of tsuba (sword guard): 278 pieces ranging from the 15 th century to late 19 th century, some of which are currently on display in Prince Takamado Gallery of Japan. The primary function of the tsuba is to protect the wielder’s hands by

Ten Tips to Get Started in Wildlife Photography

Ten Tips to Get Started in Wildlife Photography

Guest Blog written by Environmental Visual Communication student Robert Elliot Wildlife photography is equal parts hard work, dedication, and creativity. But with the ever-growing accessibility of quality camera gear and the ubiquity of photos across the web and social media, it can be challenging

Padded Hangers 2.0: Revamping Storage for Fitted Jackets

Written by Priscilla Lo, Textiles & Fashions intern from Fleming College, under the supervision of Kristiina Lahde (Textiles & Fashions collection technician) and Karla Livingston (Textiles & Fashions senior technician) Hanging storage is a common method of housing garments within

Incredible Wildlife Photos... Taken by 10-Year-Olds

Incredible Wildlife Photos... Taken by 10-Year-Olds

Guest Blog written by Environmental Visual Communication student Cassidy McAuliffe If you think you need years of experience to be a good photographer… think again! After viewing photos taken by youth in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year  exhibit at the ROM, you may find yourself itching to