Artist Andrew Sookrah will offer instruction to artists working to refine their technique in the subjects and styles of their choice. He will conduct demonstrations in watercolours, water-mixable oils and acrylics, offering solutions where artists require help.
Celebrate Maud Lewis, one of Canada’s most beloved folk artists, during our day-long folk art and music festival.
Reflections on Colour: Art & Nature Meditation Workshop Wedneday, August 14 2:30 - 5:30 pm About the workshop Join a unique stress-relieving workshop inspired by the Japanese tradition of shinrin yoku (forest bathing). The workshop begins with an instructor-led silent meditation walk on the McMichael’s grounds in the Humber [...]
En Plein Air Paint Out Weekend The McMichael’s En Plein Air Painting Competition returns this year following a resounding success in 2018. Artists of all skill levels are invited to set their easels on the McMichael’s grounds and in Kleinburg Village to create art inspired by the beautiful Humber River Valley. Visitors are welcome to observe [...]
A keen observer and an insightful writer, Crowe’s performance will offer an afternoon of reflection and sheer musical beauty that she will share with her close musician friends: Danny Greenspoon and Tony Duggan-Smith.
This exhibition presents a selection of works by the leading Saulteaux artist Robert Houle who grew up in Sandy Bay First Nation on the western shore of Lake Manitoba.
About the bus The bus will travel from downtown Toronto directly to the McMichael gallery in Kleinburg for the opening of the Robert Houle: Histories exhibition and the Conversation with Robert Houle event at 2 pm. Please bring a printed or digital copy of your ticket to display when boarding the bus. Bus details Toronto [...]
Saulteaux artist Robert Houle and McMichael Chief Curator Sarah Milroy will be in conversation about the artist’s personal experience in the residential school system, the politics of cultural suppression and the resilience of the Indigenous community in the face of adversity.
Reflections on Colour: Art & Nature Meditation Workshop Sunday, September 15 12:30 - 3:30 pm About the workshop Join a unique stress-relieving workshop inspired by the Japanese tradition of shinrin yoku (forest bathing). The workshop begins with an instructor-led silent meditation walk on the McMichael’s grounds in the Humber River Vallery, followed by a post-walk [...]
By the end of this workshop, students will have a thorough knowledge of how to set up, begin and work through an entire painting.
A beguiling teller of tales and master guitarist, Stephen Fearing presents an afternoon of music and stories that reflect his love of Canada's East Coast.
Join innovative music teacher Stéphanie Superle for an introductory Kinderflute program. Accompanied by a pianist, she will be sharing the story and music of Luna’s Magic flute. Adapting the tale into a musical story, Stephanie brings Luna to life with lovely illustrations and storytelling.
A unique opportunity to join three of Canada’s leading artists, all subjects of the upcoming season of the CBC’s acclaimed documentary series In the Making, in an intimate conversation with series co-creator and host Sean O’Neill.
Artist Andrew Sookrah will offer instruction to artists working to refine their technique in the subjects and styles of their choice.
Autumn's in the Air Sunday, October 6 1 - 3 pm Maud Lewis (1903-1970)Carriage Ride, late 1940soil on boardframed: 31.8 × 39.4 cmBryan J. Rice© Art Gallery of Nova Scotia These special Accessible Studio Family art workshops for children and youth living with special needs encourage [...]
The Woods Are Burning Sunday, October 6 4 to 6:30 pm About the event In The Woods Are Burning, novelist and poet Anne Michaels and singer-songwriter David Sereda lead a stellar ensemble to celebrate the life, art and passion of Tom Thomson. Over a century ago, Thomson’s [...]
Into the Light: Lionel LeMoine FitzGerald is a comprehensive examination of the accomplishments and legacy of the Winnipeg artist Lionel LeMoine FitzGerald (1890–1956), the last member to join the Group of Seven in 1932.
Thanksgiving Harvest Festival Monday, October 14 11 am - 4 pm Admission Both events are free with gallery admission. Please note: The Cow Show requires an online reservation. See below for more details. The Cow Show by Rag & Bone Puppet Theatre 2 to 3 pm [...]
Join exhibition co-curators Sarah Milroy, Ian A.C. Dejardin and Michael Parke-Taylor for a curatorial talk on the life and work of L.L. FitzGerald, an artist who explored the animating forces of the landscape and was the final member to join the Group of Seven.