This month, the theme is history. Accordingly you can check out a retrospective show of newly discovered work by the late Erik Loder, an artist who has a history of involvement in the early arts scene in Peterborough. Artspace will host a curator’s talk about an exhibit dealing with family history, as well as the history of Canada, and there will be an historical art show in Warkworth, with a fun-filled festival to follow.
More attractions this June include a new series of interesting work by Sarah Gibeault, a showing of some lovely landscape work by Connie Van Riijn, who has recently thrown herself back into producing art after a 20 year hiatus, and Mary Derrick ‘s latest series ‘Dreamscapes’. Last but not least a group show of local artists with a focus on light and shadow, will be opening near the end of the month. So get out there and see for yourself what the area has to offer this June.
Evans Contemporary presents a recently discovered series by painter Erik Loder
If you are involved in the arts in Peterborough you may well have heard of Erik Loder. A well-known teacher and painter and quite a character as well, Erik left his mark on the community, living, and working in Peterborough through the ’70s until the end of his life in the early ’90s.
This month, Evans Contemporary will be showcasing a series of seven still-life paintings by the late artist that have been recently discovered. These newly unearthed paintings represent the everyday spaces in which Erik lived and worked. An opening reception takes place at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 2nd.
Evans Contemporary is located at #2 Banker’s Common in downtown Peterborough. For more information, visit www.evanscontemporary.com or contact Paolo Fortin at evanscontemporary@gmail.com.
Star X presents Connie Van Rijn’s ‘Re.Formation’
On Friday (June 2), Connie Van Rijn will unveil a series of oil-based landscape interpretations at the Star X gallery.
This will be Connie’s first exhibition in 20 years — she has returned to her studio practice after relocating to Peterborough and re-connecting with the arts.
The show will until Saturday, July 1st, with an opening reception held in the gallery from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, June 2nd.
Star X is located on the 3rd floor at 129-1/2 Hunter Street West in downtown Peterborough. The gallery is open from noon until 6 p.m. on Saturdays or by appointment.
Acme Art & Sailboat Company presents ‘Faces’ by Sarah Gibeault
Acme Art & Sailboat Co. will be hosting ‘Faces’, a show of new work by prolific artist Sarah Gibeault for the month of June.
Also in the space will be work by Joe Stable, and Joe will be giving private tours of ‘the big room’ where he has a large collection of artwork, among other things!
Don’t miss the opening reception, to be held in conjunction with those of Evans Contemporary and Star X, on Friday, June 2nd from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. The gallery will be open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Acme Art and Sailboat Company is located at 129 ½ Hunter St. West
Curator’s Talk at Artspace discussing Dylan Miner’s latest show
On Thursday, June 22nd, Artspace curator and director Jon Lockyer will give a talk about Dylan Miner’s latest show ‘Aanikoobijiganag’.
Dylan is an accomplished artist, published author, and associate professor who holds a doctorate from the University of New Mexico. Accordingly, his work is rich in cultural meaning, both personal and political, and his artistic process interesting in its own right. In this body of work he delves into his own family history, using his great-great-grandfather’s arrest 110 years ago, for poaching on traditional hunting grounds as a point of entry for the exploration.
The opportunity to learn more about this artist and his work will be provided to the public, free of charge, at 7 p.m. on June 22nd.
Artspace is located at 378 Aylmer Street in downtown Peterborough. Regular hours of operation are Tuesday to Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Parking is available in the municipal lot on Hunter Street between Aylmer and George. For more information, call 705-748-3883 or visit artspace-arc.org.
Kawartha Artists’ Gallery and Studio presents ‘Dreamscapes’ by Mary Derrick and the ‘Sunlight and Shadow’ group show
From Saturday, June 3rd until Sunday, June 18th, the Kawartha Artists’ Gallery and Studio will be showing a series of paintings by Mary Derrick entitled ‘Dreamscapes – Paintings from My Mind’s Eye’.
Please drop by the opening reception that will be held on Sunday, June 4th from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
‘Sunlight and Shadow’ is a group show, with a focus on the ways that artists depict light and shadow and how these factors inform their work. The show will be on display from Wednesday, June 21st until Sunday, July 9th. An opening reception will be held on Sunday, June 25th from 1 p.m until 4 p.m.
The Kawartha Artist’s Gallery will then be closed as of July 10th for three weeks and will open again on Tuesday, August 1st.
Kawartha Artists’ Gallery and Studio is a not-for-profit artist’s co-operative, located at 420 O’Connell Road in Peterborough. Hours of operation are Wednesday to Sunday from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.kawarthaartists.org.
Ah! Arts and Heritage Centre of Warkworth presents ‘Warkworth’s Heritage – Artist in the Community’
Take a trip back in time this June as Ah! Arts and Heritage Centre of Warkworth joins forces with Keene’s Lang Pioneer Village to present a show by J.D. Kelly and Audrey Caryi called ‘Warkworth’s Heritage – Artist in the Community’.
J.D. and Audrey have prepared a show about the development of Trent Hills, and also the early days of Canada. The exhibit will be on display from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays to Sundays between June 2nd and July 30th.
An opening reception will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 3rd at 7 p.m. This event will also kick off the new street festival ‘Warkworth by Night’, featuring live music, professional dancers, art, food, and more. Earlier that same day, will be a celebration of Percy Centennial Public School’s 50th anniversary.
So if you’re in the neighbourhood, there is a lot to see and do in Warkworth on Saturday, June 3nd!
Ah! Arts and Heritage Centre of Warkworth is located at 35 Church Street in downtown Warkworth. Hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. For more information, please contact Rebecca Baptista, Arts Administrator, at info@ahcentre.ca or 705-925-4450.
