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Through the Ground Glass: Reframing William James Topley

Ottawa Art Gallery 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa

Through the Ground Glass explores a dialogue between the historical work of Ottawa photographer William James Topley and the practices of six contemporary artists: Lori Blondeau, Chun Hua Catherine Dong,...

Free

Rachel Kalpana JAMES Bright Oriental Star

Ottawa Art Gallery 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa

Dialogue between contemporary and historical art offers fresh perspectives on the past, and in this exhibition, South-Asian Canadian artist Rachel Kalpana James creates an immersive installation that illuminates a pivotal...

Free

Potency

The Niche Ottawa Gallery 1439 Youville Drive, Orleans

Potency is defined as the power of something to influence or make an impression. The theme explores questions of identity, the topic of storytelling, and sharing artists' unique lived experiences.

Free

Stories My Father Couldn’t Tell Me: Jeff Thomas Origin

Ottawa Art Gallery 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa

This exhibition delves into the critical and creative practices of Jeff Thomas, an Urban-Iroquois photographer, curator, activist, and cultural theorist. Through his work, we explore how Thomas’ artistic process—highlighted by...

Free

Arteast Promenade – Winter Harmony

Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans

Promenade Arteast is a permanent gallery space located on the lower level of the Shenkman Arts Centre.

Free

Hope

CARDELREC Rec Centre 1500 Shea Road, Stittsville

A small art show featuring local artists.

Free

Woven Histories: Textiles and Modern Abstraction

National Gallery of Canada 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa

In the 20th century, textiles were often regarded as secondary—viewed as applied art, women’s work, or domestic craft. Woven Histories challenges these hierarchies by highlighting the vital role textiles have...

$17

Breakaway

Art Hub Gallery 50 Bennett St, Carleton Place

On January 2, 2025, the Art Hub Gallery will reopen its doors with an exciting new exhibition, BREAKAWAY, featuring the latest works from over 40 talented Arts Carleton Place artists....

Free

The Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts 2024

National Gallery of Canada 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa

Founded in 1999, the Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts (GGArts) honor the exceptional careers of Canadian artists. Administered by the Canada Council for the Arts, these prestigious...

$17

2024 Sobey Art Award Exhibition

National Gallery of Canada 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa

In partnership with the Sobey Art Foundation, the National Gallery of Canada is proud to present the works of six artists from across the country, each shortlisted for the 2024...

$17

Gathered Leaves: Discoveries from the Drawings Vault

National Gallery of Canada 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa

A Collection Over a Century in the Making Explore Canada’s premier collection of international drawings and experience never-before-seen artworks pulled directly from the vault. Established in 1921, the National Gallery...

$17

Retold Prototypes Without a Story by Adrian For

Ottawa School of Art - Downtown Campus 35 George St, Ottawa

The Ottawa School of Art ByWard Market Campus is proud to present ‘Retold Prototypes Without a Story’ an exhibition of works by Adrian Gor. This exhibition is on display from...

Free

OSA Fine Arts Diploma Alumni Exhibition

Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans

The Ottawa School of Art, Orléans Campus, is proud to present its Fine Arts Diploma Alumni Exhibition. Join us in January as OSA’s Alumni present recent works from January 6...

Free

Listen to my ART

François Dupuis Recreation Centre 2263 Portobello Blvd, Ottawa

A small and very nice art show of local artists on the first floor of the recreation center.

Free

Unprecedented Moments by Nancy Brandsma

Eugène-Racette Art Gallery 6600 Carrière St, Orléans

“My work is a careful study of bodily movement and human thought. Every day, countless beautiful thoughts and ideas pass through our consciousness without ever being captured or recorded. The...

Free

Great Expectations

Kanata Civic Art Gallery 2500 Campeau Drive, Kanata

The Kanata Civic Art Gallery is kicking off the new year with our first exhibition, Great Expectations! We are thrilled to showcase a stunning collection of works and to welcome...

Free

Colourful Impressions

St-Laurent Complex 525 Coté St, Ottawa

A small art show by the local artists' association, Arteast Ottawa. Four professional artists display their beautiful art.

Free

D’OMMA Gallery

Nepean Sportsplex 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean

The artwork displayed at D'OMMA Gallery is unjuried, offering emerging artists the chance to showcase their work alongside more established creators.

Free

New Beginnings

Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans

Rendezvous Arteast is a newly created exhibition space on the Upper Level of the Shenkman Arts Centre, at B2, the Arts Network Ottawa front office and meeting room. The exhibition...

Free

12 X 2

Galerie St-Laurent + Hill 293 Dalhousie St, Ottawa
Free

Alley Views by Stephanie Huckabone

Almonte General Hospital & Fairview Manor 75 Spring Street, Almonte

Fairview Manor is pleased to present Valley Views, Recent Paintings by Stephanie Huckabone January 16 to March 13, 2025 Fairview Manor Foyer 75 Spring St., Almonte Vernissaae Sat. Jan. 25. 2-4...

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Art Unleashed

Galerie Old Chelsea 783 Route 105, Chelsea

“Art Unleashed” by 20 Philemon Wright HS Students

Free

Solitude

Foyer Gallery 1701 Woodroffe Avenue, Ottawa

Presented at the Foyer Gallery, the “Solitude” exhibition showcases gallery artists’ work in a diverse range of mediums, each piece offering a personal interpretation of solitude. From quiet landscapes to...

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