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, Anique Jordan, Neeko Paluzzi, Adrian Stimson, and Geneviève Thauvette. These artists engage with image manipulation, hauntology, costumes, and theatricality to challenge established narratives and reclaim...
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 moment of East-West interaction in the early 20th century. Her work centers on Rabindranath Tagore's 1929 visit to Canada. A renowned Indian poet and philosopher,...
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.
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 artist proofs, archival materials, and a new series titled Dream Panels—reflects his authorship of his lived experience on this land. His work resists government designations...
Promenade Arteast is a permanent gallery space located on the lower level of the Shenkman Arts Centre.
Visitors are invited to speak into one of two microphones suspended at the ends of a long, glowing thread. As voices travel through shafts of color, they transform into a fusion of music and light, creating unique melodic moments. Designed specifically for the National Gallery of Canada’s iconic Scotiabank Great Hall, Spaghetti Chorus is a...
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 played in shaping fine art, particularly in the realm of abstraction. The exhibition brings together over 130 works by more than 45 artists from diverse...
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 awards recognize the achievements of artists, curators, and craftspeople who contribute to Canada’s dynamic visual and media arts community. Each year, up to eight awards...
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 Sobey Art Award. The dynamic practices of these artists offer profound insights into themes of place, identity, community, and belonging. Taqralik Partridge (Inuk, Scottish) creates...
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 of Canada’s Department of Prints and Drawings is the first of its kind in the country, with a renowned and constantly growing collection of historical...
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. This fresh showcase offers a diverse array of creative expressions, including glass, ceramics, jewelry, oil paintings, acrylics, watercolors, photography, mixed media, and much more. Whether...
A small and very nice art show of local artists on the first floor of the recreation center.
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 Monday January 6 to Sunday February 2, 2025, in the J.W. Stellick Gallery located on the main floor of the Downtown Campus at 35 George...
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 to February 23, 2025. This group exhibit offers a diverse range of media, techniques, and approaches to art and features work by: Siobhan Arnott, Karen...
Foyer Gallery offers a break from the hectic rush of the season, to instead “Chill Out” with selected works by Marion Aitken, Jess Fleury, June Harman, JungHee Lee-Marles, and Julia Lockie. This diverse show invites viewers to explore various interpretations of “chilling out”. Visitors can expect glimpses into calm, realistic forests; vibrant, energetic local scenes;...
“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 same can be said for every little movement of our bodies. We often judge ourselves for the things we say and do in front of...
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 8 incredible new artists to our gallery family: Posy Bennett Tamara H Campbell Jane Christie Mary Lou Devine Guy-Laval Grenier Linda Lovell Veronika McKerrell Alison...
A small art show by the local artists' association, Arteast Ottawa. Four professional artists display their beautiful art.
The artwork displayed at D'OMMA Gallery is unjuried, offering emerging artists the chance to showcase their work alongside more established creators.
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 space is available to member artists of Arteast Ottawa. The vernissage and official opening of its first exhibit “New Beginnings” will take place on January...
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 PM
The unifying theme behind this collection is the sense of home from the viewpoint of an immigrant to Canada. Through these works the viewer is invited to a space the artist has called home for a period of time, before the next move. This exhibit has been supported by grants from the City of Ottawa...
Get ready to dive into the electrifying world of live art at its finest! Watch as talented artists go head-to-head in a high-speed showdown, turning blank canvases into jaw-dropping masterpieces with every daring brushstroke. The action unfolds over three intense rounds, and the best part? YOU get to cast your vote and help crown the...
Experience a vibrant and exciting celebration of Asian arts and culture in Ottawa! This unique multicultural event with an Asian flair brings together local artists, artisans, performers, and vendors from a diversity of communities and across the Asian diaspora to share their work, talents and traditions with the wider Ottawa community. Shop for a wide...
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 Monday January 6 to Sunday February 2, 2025, in the J.W. Stellick Gallery located on the main floor of the Downtown Campus at 35 George...
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 intimate figures, the artists capture moments of stillness, vulnerability, and the profound beauty found in moments of solitude. Whether evoking a sense of peace or...
The exhibition Lourd silence by artist Suzanne Ferland will be on display at Espace Pierre-Debain from January 29 to March 30, 2025. Lourd silence brings together a variety of installations that blend sculpture, printmaking, drawing, sewing, and collage with the more ethereal element of a floor projection. The materials—bronze, paper, and wax—interact in a quiet,...
Join us in January as OSA’s Alumni present recent works from January 6 to February 23, 2025. This group exhibit offers a diverse range of media, techniques, and approaches to art and features work by: Siobhan Arnott, Karen Auger, Anne Bell, Christine Belle-Isle, Sophia Brown, Jojo Cadieux, Martine Chartrand, Pauline Clarkson, Nicholas Edwards, Diane Fletcher-Falvey,...
A new art show by the Arteast Ottawa Association is located on the main floor of Shenkman Art Center. You're invited for the vernissage.
Come meet talented new gallery members and enjoy an afternoon of inspiring art.
