The Language of Life

James Holroyd

Four large black and white photographs mounted by the entryway of this facility feature athletes suspended in motion.

About this work

Known for exploring art through non-digital photography, the artist was able to use multiple exposures (the act of exposing the same section of film repeatedly to light) to create these fascinating images which represent activities occurring at this Centre. Highlighting the movement of an athlete's body while in motion, the sports of Tai chi, hockey, swimming and weight training have been captured as if frozen in time.

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Title
The Language of Life
Type
Photograph
Date
2004(Install)
Creator
James Holroyd(Artist)

Location & access

Thornhill Aquatic and Recreation Centre

6715 Centre Street NW

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2K 4Y5

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Last updated March 20, 2026

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The Language of Life

James Holroyd

Four large black and white photographs mounted by the entryway of this facility feature athletes suspended in motion.

About this work

Known for exploring art through non-digital photography, the artist was able to use multiple exposures (the act of exposing the same section of film repeatedly to light) to create these fascinating images which represent activities occurring at this Centre. Highlighting the movement of an athlete's body while in motion, the sports of Tai chi, hockey, swimming and weight training have been captured as if frozen in time.

Details

Title
The Language of Life
Type
Photograph
Date
2004(Install)
Creator
James Holroyd(Artist)

Location & access

Thornhill Aquatic and Recreation Centre

6715 Centre Street NW

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2K 4Y5

Publicly accessible
Google Maps

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