The Art of Canada
10365 Islington Ave, KleinburgIan Dejardin, Executive Director of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, is delving deep into the gallery’s vaults to make a very personal selection of works of art for his first curated show since taking the reins of the gallery. Dejardin promises many classic favourites, but also some that have been rarely seen, and some that might surprise even an audience familiar with Canadian art. This exhibition will showcase the beauty, diversity, and artistry of the art of Canada.
Painting Studio
10365 Islington Ave, KleinburgTopics covered include mastering perspective, reflections in water, patterns, texture, skies and clouds, dramatic light, depth and negative space, with special attention given to basic drawing techniques such as composition, colour, texture, and effective brushstrokes.
Françoise Sullivan
10365 Islington Ave, KleinburgThis retrospective exhibition highlights the key role of artist Françoise Sullivan in the history of modern and contemporary art in Québec. The exhibition, which includes over 50 works of art, will feature a diverse mix of painting, sculpture, video, costume and archival materials.
Rita Letendre: Earth, Wind & Fire
10365 Islington Ave, KleinburgRita Letendre turned 90 this fall, and she remains one of the leading abstract artists in Canada, and a legendary icon for women artists. She is best known for her hard-edge abstract works from the 60s and 70s, some of which were presented as epic wall murals in public locations in Toronto.
LES MATINÉES FRANCOPHONES: Françoise Sullivan
10365 Islington Ave, KleinburgJoin McMichael Senior Educator, Lisa Laurin, in an exploration of the multidisciplinary practice of Francoise Sullivan whose major impact on Quebec and Canadian culture is fully recognized in this new exhibition.