Studio News

mistletoe magic - 2017

Once again, the John B. Aird Gallery is having its annual fundraiser, Mistletoe Magic. Susan and I are among the large group of artists who have contributed works to this show. I encourage lovers of good art to come out and have a wonderful evening. It is always fun - with good food and wine. Lots of great art to choose from and even bargains to be had.

ONTARIO SOCIETY OF ARTISTS - MEMBERS' EXHIBITION OF SELECTED WORKS 2017

"Paine Massif" (oil on canvas 30 x 40") is my entry into the OSA's members' exhibition currently being shown at the J.D. Carrier Gallery in Toronto (for gallery information click here. Susan and I co-chaired the exhibition which features more than 60 paintings, large and small, hung in 'salon style'. Well worth a visit!

press coverage for the print show

I am pleased to have press coverage for the "Works on Paper - 1: Prints" exhibition in the The Orangeville Banner - The article by James Matthews can be seen by clicking on the button. Looking forward to setting up the show next week.

Press Article

october 4 - november 5, 2017
solo exhibition: works on paper - 1: prints

I am pleased to announce that my solo exhibition, "Works on Paper - 1: Prints" , open at the Headwaters Arts Gallery, Alton Mill Arts Centre on October 4, 2017. The show features a selection of hand-made prints including stone lithographs, waterless lithographs, etchings, watercolour monotypes and watercolour block prints. The exhibition is curated by Susan McCrae. I look forward to seeing you at the reception on October 7, 2017.

september 15 - october 1, 2017
headwaters art festival

I am pleased to announce that my painting, "Panorama of Ice" (oil on canvas 12 x 72") will be one of two of my paintings accepted into the Headwaters Arts Annual Juried Show and Sale. The show opens at the Alton Mills Art Centre on September 15 and runs to October 1. The gallery is open to the public Wednesdays-Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm. The opening gala on September 15 is a major fund-raising event for Headwaters Arts and tickets are available for $25. Check out the Headwaters Arts website for ticket information (www.headwatersarts.com)

july 25 - august 18, 2017 painting 2017

My painting, "Inspired by the Glacier" has been selected for exhibition in the juried exhibition, PAINTING 2017, at the John B. Aird Gallery in Toronto. This new exhibition featuring work by contemporary Canadian artists opens on July 25, and the opening reception is being held on Thursday July 27.

june 21 - june 30, 2017 tompe 2017, london, ontario

Two of my small watercolour woodblock prints have been accepted into Print London's exhibition, "The Ontario Miniature Print Exhibition" (TOMPE 2017). This juried exhibition runs from June 21 - June 30, 2017 at the Satellite Project Space (121 Dundas St., London, ON) with opening reception on June 22 from 7-9 pm. More information will be posted on Print London's website www.printlondon.ca

may 23 - june 10, 2017 colour and form society exhibition: landmarks ii

I will be exhibiting at the Colour and Form Society's Exhibition Landmarks II at the Holcim Gallery in Milton, Ontario. This show celebrates the 150th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada by presenting artists' interpretation of "being Canadian". Join us at the reception on May 25 (7:00-9:00 pm) if you can - but be sure to catch the show.

may 11 - August 5, 2017 ontario society of artists presents its 145th anniversary exhibition - mosaic

I will be exhibiting along with other members of the OSA in the exhibition "MOSAIC" which is held at the Aurora Cultural Centre (www.auroraculturalcentre.ca) This exhibition celebrates not only the 150th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada, but the 145th anniversary of the OSA, Canada's oldest art society. Join us at the Opening Reception to be held Saturday, May 13, 1 - 4 pm.

There are a number of special programs associated with the exhibition including a free workshop on White Line Watercolour Printing which I will be giving on Saturday, July 15 from 1:00-3:00 pm. Check out the full schedule of eventson the Aurora Cultural Centre website.

may 3 - june 4, 2017 - beaux-arts brampton juried photography exhibition - part of contact.

I will be exhibiting two photographs at the 2017 BAB Open Juried Photography Exhibition in partnership with the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival. The show opens May 3, and the reception is being held on May 4 at 7:00 pm. Check out the show. There is bound to be something to your taste. I am pleased to add that my wife, Susan McCrae, will also have two photographs in the exhibition.

nov. 16 - Jan. 8, 2017 - artful giving - alton mill

I will be one of the artists presenting works for sale at this lovely event at the Alton Mill Art Centre. I will have affordable framed (and unframed) block prints at this show and sale. Check out the show and do a bit of Christmas shopping. There is nothing like the gift of original art!

december 2016 - mistletoe magic - john b. aird gallery

Susan and I are pleased to be able to donate works to the John B. Aird Gallery's annual fund-raiser - Mistletoe Magic again this year. Mistletoe Magic will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2016 at the gallery located at 900 Bay Street (Macdonald Block) and runs from 6 - 9 pm.

This is a wonderful event with great art, great people and great fun.

november 2016 - colour and form society open juried exhibition

The Colour and Form Society will be exhibiting its 64th annual Open Juried Exhibition at the Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery from October 31 - November 24, 2017. The Opening Reception will be held on Sunday, Nov. 6 from 2 - 4:00 pm. I am fortunate to have two pieces accepted into the show including my latest woodblock print " World of Ice"

OCTOBER 2016 - OSA Members' Exhibition of Selected Works

The Ontario Society of Artists will be exhibiting members' works at the Papermill Gallery, Todmorden Mills from October 5 - 16, 2016 with the opening reception on Thursday, October 6 from 5 - 8 pm. Susan and I will both be exhibiting a piece in the exhibition.

SEPTEMBER 2016 - A Walk on the Wild Side - Beaux Arts Brampton

Two of my photographs taken on my recent trip to Alaska have been selected for the Beaux-Arts Brampton juried exhibition of wildlife, nature and native art - A Walk on the Wild Side. The show runs from September 19 to October 15, 2016 with the opening on Thursday, September 22 from 7 - 9 pm. One of the pieces selected is "Sailing Past the Glacier"

SEPTEMBER 2016 - Headwaters Arts Festival

The Headwaters Arts Festival is being held this year at the Alton Mill Arts Centre from September 16 - October 10, 2016. I will be exhibiting 2 paintings in the juried art exhibition, including "Reflecting a Memory".