This month there are loads of group exhibits at Evans Contemporary, Star X, and Christensen Fine Art and some interesting new shows on display at the Art Gallery of Peterborough — namely Charles Pachter, Aidan Urquhart, and Jeffrey Macklin.
There is an exhibit supporting the upcoming Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour. Don’t miss out on their open house on Canada Day, in conjunction with the Multicultural Festival in Del Crary Park, put on by the New Canadians Centre.
You can also find sculpture by Beth Mccubbin at Acme Art and Sailboat Co. and a wide variety of sculptural forms in the studio of Gail West, the English Potter in Lakefield (read on to learn more about some of her interesting processes for firing pottery).
Acme Art & Sailboat Co presents “Parallel Paths”, new sculptures by Beth McCubbin
“Parallel Paths” deals with the different lives people live, and the different realities we each experience. This sculptural series explores the idea of making room for and respecting the paths of others, being aware that there are many different ways to go and your own path is but one of many.
To learn more about Beth’s work and career, find her online at bethmccubbin.com. An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 7th, as part of the First Friday Art Crawl, from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. The show will be on display until July 21st.
Acme Art and Sailboat Company is located at 129-1/2 Hunter Street West, 3rd floor, in downtown Peterborough. Hours of operation are Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Evans Contemporary and Star X Gallery host group show
In celebration of the growing visual arts scene in Peterborough, both Evans Contemporary and Star X gallery will be hosting a group show of local visual artists’ work.
Participating artists include Anne Jager, Sarah Gibeault, Alex Bierk, Lyall Brownlee, Laura Madera, Andrew MacDonald, Skylar Ough, Joe Stable, Connie van Rijn, John Climenhage, Kelly Egan, a Russell Banx/Paolo Fortin collaboration, and others.
The opening reception will be on Friday, July 7th, as part of the First Friday Art Crawl, from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m., and will feature BBQ treats, music, and poetry reading. All donations will go to the YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter.
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 is located at 129-1/2 Hunter St. West, 3rd floor, in downtown Peterborough. Hours of operation are Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Christensen Fine Art presents a summer group show
Drop by the gallery at Christensen Fine Art and check out a variety of works by gallery artists. (Photo courtesy of Christensen Fine Art)
Christensen Fine Art will feature a revolving exhibition of gallery artists during the summer months. For a comprehensive list of artists represented by the gallery, please visit christensenfineart.com.
An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 7th as part of the First Friday Art Crawl, with live acoustic music by artist Paul Chester, and light refreshments. Many of the artists will be in attendance. The reception will run from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Located at 432 George Street in downtown Peterborough, the gallery at Christensen Fine Art is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Paid parking is available along George Street. For more information, visit www.christensenfineart.com.
One-of-a-kind pottery by Gail West, The English Potter in Lakefield
Potter Gail West works with a number of different processes to create one-of-a-kind handmade pottery.
From outdoor smoke firing, imprinting vessels with leaves and plants, to horsehair firing, the resulting pottery is all unique by design — each piece one of a kind.
Gail recently completed a number of plates and bowls for Toronto restaurant Canoe, and also for Viamede Resort. She will be on the upcoming Kawartha Studio Tour, and has a studio in Lakefield which you are always welcome to visit.
Her studio, “The English Potter”, is open from Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., and is located at 15 Burnham St., Lower Level, in Lakefield.
You can also find her online at www.englishpotter.com.
Art Gallery of Peterborough hosts Canada Day open house and presents four new exhibitions
On Canada Day, the Art Gallery of Peterborough will host an open house in conjunction with the outdoor event in Del Crary Park hosted by the New Canadians Centre. There will be crafts to do — one especially exciting craft will be making patio lanterns in honour of Canadian musician Kim Mitchell’s hit song “Patio Lanterns”! In case you haven’t heard, Kim Mitchell is performing a free concert at Peterborough Musicfest at 8 p.m. on Canada Day.
The Gallery will have a total of four new exhibits on display, and docents are available to answer any questions you may have. The Art Gallery will be open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 1st.
The main space will feature iconic Canadian artist Charles Pachter’s show “Of Moose and Monarchs”, a collection of work spanning his entire career. Pachter is a highly accomplished individual, and that is putting it mildly.
Known for his pop-art aesthetic and tongue-in-cheek humour aimed at things both colonial and Canadian, Pachter — the painter, designer, printmaker, sculptor, lecturer and historian — is highly recognised for his contribution to art and culture, both nationally and internationally.
It may interest you to know that Charles himself will be present at the upcoming “Buttertart Soiree” on Thursday, July 20th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This will be a members-only event with guests permitted. Yes indeed, it might be time to check and see if your membership needs updating!
The Art Gallery of Peterborough is located at 250 Crescent Street in downtown Peterborough and is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. It offers free admission, barrier-free access, and a gallery shop. Parking is available in the Del Crary lot. For more information, call 705-743-9179 or visit agp.on.ca.
“Everything is Fleeting” by Jeffrey Macklin at the Art Gallery of Peterborough
In this series, artist and printmaker Jeffrey Macklin works with currency, federal brands, and stereotypes to critique the Canadian status quo.
He does this by printing onto materials by nature indicative, if not emblematic, of Canada’s colonial roots and federal bureaucracy. His message is made poignant by the juxtaposition, and timely by the recent celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary.
The work will be up from July 1st until September 24th, with a closing reception on Saturday, September 16th from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough is located at 250 Crescent Street in downtown Peterborough and is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. It offers free admission, barrier-free access, and a gallery shop. Parking is available in the Del Crary lot. For more information, call 705-743-9179 or visit agp.on.ca.
“New Canadian Cabins” by Aidan Urquhart at the Art Gallery of Peterborough
The theme this month at the AGP is Canadian in nature, pop art in style, and Aidan Urquhart’s series “New Canadian Cabins” definitely fits the bill. The quintessentially Canadian cabin or “cottage” is reinvented in bright colours and peppered with a variety of objects in a manner reminiscent of collage. These images, inspired by Aidan’s life in Southwestern Ontario are sweet and homey and at the same time slightly surreal.
The work will be up from July 1st until September 24th, with a closing reception on Saturday, September 16 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough is located at 250 Crescent Street in downtown Peterborough and is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. It offers free admission, barrier-free access, and a gallery shop. Parking is available in the Del Crary lot. For more information, call 705-743-9179 or visit agp.on.ca.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough features work by Kawartha Studio Tour artists
The annual Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is fast approaching, and this July you will be able to see a sampling of work by participating artists on display at the Art Gallery of Peterborough. The work will be up from July 1st until September 24th, with a closing reception Saturday September 16, 2017 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough is located at 250 Crescent Street in downtown Peterborough and is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. It offers free admission, barrier-free access, and a gallery shop. Parking is available in the Del Crary lot. For more information, call 705-743-9179 or visit agp.on.ca.
Photographs by Roz Hermant featured at The Art School of Peterborough’s Launch Gallery
The Art School of Peterborough will be highlighting the work of photographic artist Roz Hermant in the Launch Gallery this month.
Drop by to have a look at Roz’s mesmerizing images and maybe you will sign up for a class or two while you are browsing!
Launch is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and is located at 174A Charlotte St in downtown Peterborough.
