Winter 2022 Exhibitions & Program guide

Winter 2022 @theGPAG

Exhibitions & Program Guide

NEW AGE WARRIORS

Catherine Blackburn

The Churchill Challenger Catherine Blackburn Dr. Leslie Alexander Meszaros Untitled (Going Down Woolverton Mountain Road) 1949, oil, Gift of Alfrieda Jeffreies A selection of works from the permanent collection that presents an artistic and creative vision of the landscape, structures and people that have contributed to the fabric of our community. While the story preserved in the GPAG collection is not comprehensive or complete, it does provide insight into the features of Grimsby that have inspired artists at various times in our history.

GRIMSBY PUBLIC ART GALLERY 18 Carnegie Lane, Grimsby, L3M 1Y1 905-945-3246 ✉ gpag@grimsby.ca www.grimsby.ca/Art-Gallery Please check our webpage for COVID updates

A travelling exhibition curated by Jesse Campbell, Mann Art Gallery, and circulated by the Dunlop Art Gallery, both in Saskatchewan.

New Age Warriors opens conversations about Indigenous innovation, ways to live on the land in the twenty-first century, and the mighty force of love.

Blackburn has created garments, armour and related gear from plastic beads; these are presented as sculptural objects along with large-scale photographs placing them in context. Blackburn draws from the past and present to shape notions about an imagined future – a future filled with strong Indigenous women in protective armour battling stereotypes and facing colonialism by channeling the power of love.

HOURS:

Wed. & Fri. 10am-5pm Tues. & Thurs. 10am-8pm Saturday 1-5pm Sunday & Monday CLOSED

CLOSURES: Dec. 25-28, Dec. 31-Jan. 3 Closed at 12pm Dec. 24

Explore the ART World with GPAG EVENTS, PROGRAMS, EXHIBITIONS AND LEARNING

Thank you to all the artists, and donors of art and gifts that are part of this mini-fundraiser for GPAG held in the Gallery WEST lobby exhibition space. Purchases will support GPAG community programs and Artist opportunities.

Art works will be rotated in for lots of new fresh options as the event runs throughout the holiday season.

Untitled Photograph Paul Fitzpatrick

Purple Passion Acrylic on canvas Flora Hutterer

We have been granted permission to use the Our Lady of Fatima JK/SK heartfelt and colourful submissions to Hope2 to make sets of blank greeting cards as part of this fundraiser.

Send a little Hope2 to friends this winter!

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GPAG - ARTIST IN RESIDENCE (AIR) at the Woolverton House Studios, 13 Mountain Street GPAG is excited to introduce a new pilot project that will support the advancement and opportunities for area artists with 6 month artist in residence programming. Starting October 2021, two artists moved into the studios to create, share and develop their artistic skills and work.

AIR Artists are taking chances:

ARTISTS in RESIDENCE

Reflections on the AIR Process Laura Noble Wohlgemut Carrie Perrault

Jan. 18 - Feb. 7, 2022

on display in our Community Exhibition Space (Lobby)

The AIR artists are exploring new territory and finding their way with painting in acrylics.

Both technical and innovative methods are part of the practice as they navigate new ways to express their ideas and imagery in this medium.

Left top: Laura Noble Wohlgemut Left bottom: Carrie Perrault

Check out Carrie Perrault’s Artist Cookbooks Vol. 1 and Vol 2!

https://www.theartistcookbook.ca/

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Niagara Region/Grimsby is situated on treaty land. This land is steeped in the rich history of the First Nations such as the Hatiwendaronk (Hat-i-wen-DA-ronk), the Haudenosaunee (Hoe-den-no-SHOW-nee), and the Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-ih-NAH-bey), including the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. There are many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people from across Turtle Island that live and work in Niagara today. The Regional Municipality of Niagara/Grimsby stands with all Indigenous peoples, past and present, in promoting the wise stewardship of the lands on which we live.

Indigenous Researcher Cindilee Ecker-Flagg has continued her work researching and documenting the pre-settlement history of the Grimsby area for the Time Before Grimsby project, with the ultimate goal of developing an increased understanding of the culture and heritage of the Indigenous peoples who lived, and continue to live, in the Niagara Region. Much of her process has involved connecting with community leaders, elders and experts from across Niagara and beyond. The resources and people available through Six Nations have been especially helpful.

Events have included: · Ceremonial decommissioning of the Ribbon Memorial for the children who never returned from Residential schools across Canada – outside the Gallery, September 30 · Teachings from our First Teachers with Story-teller Grandmother Renee – virtual event, October 21 · Meet The Artist Jodi Vander Heide – at the Grimsby Museum, November 13 · Research presentation and progress report by Cindilee Ecker-Flagg Cindilee Ecker-Flagg has gathered information about the local network of footpaths that were key to pre-settlement trade, transportation and travel and a more nuanced understanding of the Hatiwendaronk peoples (previously known as Neutrals) whose burial ground was excavated in Grimsby in the 1970s. She has also been working on a Grimsby-specific land acknowledgement to make available to residents.

The Grimsby Public Art Gallery and the Grimsby Museum thank Cindilee Ecker-Flagg for the incredible work that she has done on the project to date. We also thank the Region of Niagara, Niagara Investment in Culture program for the grant that made the project possible and the Niagara Region Native Centre for their support and assistance in accessing additional funding for the project.

Follow us on @theGPAG for updates and community event connections related to the Time Before Grimsby research.

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All Media & Ages Welcome!

Individual and Group Entry Opportunities!

The goal of the Heritage Art Challenge is to inspire Grimsby residents to embrace, enjoy and explore local heritage. Participants are encouraged to learn about a Grimsby person, place or event that is new to you or part of your own history connection to our town. A wealth of local news, anecdotes and images can be found in newspaper archives from the past 100 years; these have been digitized and are easily accessible through the Library’s website.

This is a creative way to reflect on the importance of heritage in our day-to-day lives, and to experience history through the power of imagination.

The Heritage Art Challenge is open to all ages, from JK to adult, organized into seven different age and group categories. Representatives from local heritage and art organizations will select the works from each category to be shown in the Lobby; all submitted works will be included in a digital display.

Celebrate Heritage Week: Feb. 12-27 with a visit to the Heritage Art Exhibit For inspiration, check out these websites: https://news.ourontario.ca/grimsby/search www.grimsbyhistoricalsociety.com/archives https://grimsby.pastperfectonline.com/ www.grimsby.ca/Art-Gallery

All Participants & Winners

GET YOUR ENTRY FORM Online at www.grimsby.ca/Art-Gallery In person at GPAG, GPL, Grimsby Museum & PKC

Deadline for Submissions Friday Feb 4, 2022 by 5 pm Art with Entry Forms Delivered to GPAG

18 Carnegie Lane, Grimsby

will be celebrated at The Award Ceremony: Sunday February 27 at 1:30pm GPAG Community Exhibition Space -

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Celebrate Grimsby’s 100 this Winter at GPAG!

Grimsby officially became a Town in 1922. GPAG wants to help you connect to your cultural heritage and build new memories to mark the next 100

· Heritage Art Challenge: ALL AGES!

Deadline Feb. 4 @ 5pm · Heritage Week Celebratory Event Sun. Feb. 27 @1:30 · Family Day Fun Kits!

Register for your Culture Kit and make creative memories! · Be Mine Valentine!

Valentine Card Kits for pick up and sharing your love!

Feb. 4-12 kit pick up

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Art pulls a community together…

Art makes you feel differently.

That’s what artists are doing all the time, shifting and changing the way you see life. ~Lister Sinclair (1921-2006) Canadian broadcaster, playwright, polymath, Officer of the Order of Canada

Partnerships build better communities:

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Downtown Reimagined: Holiday Happiness & Halloween Activity Bags

McNally House Hospice: Message in a Bottle & Legacy Ornaments

GPL Storytime & GPAG ART

GBF window painting with GSS Artist volunteers!

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Did you know? GPAG offers more than a gallery experience. We provide a curated Gift Shop that supports Canadian Artists. Find unique items for gift giving - a bespoke jewellery piece, art for your walls, sculptures or functional wares that will refresh and enliven your home décor. Need some help shopping this season? We are happy to help you find beautiful handmade gifts including jewellery, pottery, glasswork, textiles, metal art, greeting cards and more. Sales from the shop directly support the gallery and make our extensive programming possible. Thank you to everyone who has already come in to show their support and shop local!

Meet the Maker!

Mike Spicer Pottery Mike has been making pottery for 25 years in his Hamilton home studio. He is both a potter and owner of The Peghead where he masterfully repairs and makes custom guitars.

Mike’s pots and bowls are a beautiful balance of the Arts & Crafts style finished in his calm blue and green glazes over stoneware clay.

Meet the Maker!

Taran M. Iacocca - Handmade Sterling Silver Jewelry

Left: Hand-carved stoneware bowl with blue glaze Above: Hand-carved stoneware serving bowl with lid, green glaze

@taranmarlowjewelry

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Taran Marlow Jewelry is based in Grimsby. Taran uses solid sterling silver and carefully hand-selects semi-precious as well as precious gemstones when creating her jewelry. Nature, fashion, architecture, travelling and the raw beauty of her materials inspires her creative designs.

The Gallery Shop carries one of a kind works made in her home studio. Taran's jewelry is dainty, delicate and unique with pieces that will compliment jeans and a t-shirt or a cocktail dress.

"I apply my design techniques and principles that I was taught at Sheridan and incorporate them into my jewelry designs. I make all my jewelry by hand using sterling silver and semiprecious/precious gemstones."

GPAG YouTube Channel: Jan-Dec. 2021 Thanks to the local artists who shared their art with the community in 2021 and made this pilot a succss! This winter, take a break from the cold and enjoy one of our many online exhibits!

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YOUTH STUDIO PROGRAMS SKETCH BOOK CLUB ages 9-14 Tues. Jan.18, 25, Feb. 1, 8,15 4-5:15pm $75 Hang out, share and learn some art techniques that will make creating fun, expressive and relaxing. Join with a friend, make new friends while you fill your GPAG sketchbook and build your community creative connections.

CREATORS ART CLUB ages 5-13 Thurs. Jan.20, 27, Feb. 3,10,17 4-5:15pm $75 Draw, Paint, Sculpt & Craft! Learn some interesting and useful skills while playing with creative thinking and explorative art process.

ART-EXPLORERS ages 5-13 Sat. Feb.12,19,26, March 5, 12 1:30-3:00 pm $75 Discover the World of Art IN NEW FUN WAYS! Build your imagination and skills as you learn about art techniques, famous art and gallery explorations. This multilevel program will encourage the discovery and skill building for life-learners and creatives.

PA DAY ART CLUB!

Ages: 5-12 New project each session. $6 per session Book in for an hour of art, craft and creativity!

Session #2: January 21 10-11am Blizzard Lizard Art! Session #3: February 18 10-11am Furry Family Friends

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REGISTERED EVENTS

Holiday Happiness! Parade Day Family Fun Sat. Dec. 4th 1:30-3pm Fee: $5 or donation to GPAG Stop by and make a fun little Cone Gnome Ornament, Reindeer Treats and other holiday tree trimmings that are simple, cute and fun to make! Pick up or register early as kits and spaces are limited.

Family Day Fun! Make Creative Memories *Feb. 4-18 Kits available by registration for pick up (*in person cancelled) Make and share together! Easy fun activities will be ready for registered pick up with video link or join us in the studio to make a family craft.

Hang out, share and explore the fun of art and take a tour of the gallery exhibitions. Creative connections make great memories. Limited kits, don’t delay!

Be Mine! Valentine Card Kit Feb. 4-12 Kits available by registration for pick up Fee: $3 or donation to GPAG Share the love of Creative Making! Easy fun activities will be ready for registered pick up.

Limited number of kits, so register early!

Make a set of 3 cards for your special Valentines. Something for all ages with a simple collage, doodle, cut, paste and colour project kit with full instructions.

STORYTIME & ART GPAG & GPL Partners in Creative Thinking Join Grimsby Public Library librarian and story time expert Simone Saunders with GPAG art educator Sandra Mercuri as they provide a Creative Community Connections between books and art.

PLEASE NOTE : These will be virtual programs when necessary to accommodate covid safety .

Tour with TOTS! Free event with registration email gpag@grimsby.ca to request Tours with Tots

Join education coordinator Sandra Mercuri for a short interactive tour of the current exhibits with your little ones, followed by a short hands-on art making and play time with a casual conversation about best starts for creative home explorations for little ones. Creativity grows through playing!

Tues. Feb. 1 Tues. March 1 New Age Warrior

Tour Project: Environmental Art

New to the studio? Let us help you get connected! Contact the gallery for an introduction to the gallery and studio with the Education Coordinator.

NEW HORIZONS Watercolour Classes (6 weeks) Instructor: Flora Hutterer Tuesdays 6-8pm • Jan 11 - Feb 22 • Fee: $125 After a year of restrictions, these classes will encourage your freedom to experiment and create. Use your intuition with water and colour to paint a sky over western Lake Ontario, a floral piece, and more. Learn techniques for water control, color mixing and a loose approach to watercolour application.

All levels welcome.

Photo-realism with Pencil Crayons (4 weeks) Instructor: Lindsay Liboiron Saturdays 1:30-3:30 pm • Jan 15 - Feb 5 • Fee: $85 Learn the basics needed to start photo realism drawing. Small studies will help build blending and sight skills in this laid back 4 afternoon class that will get you started confidently towards bringing real life onto your page!

Landscape Impressions: Acrylic painting for beginners (4 weeks) Instructor: Sandra Mercuri Thursdays 6-8 pm Feb 10 - March 3 • Fee: $85 Small works allow for quick studies to learn the foundations of playing with acrylic paint. Learn about basic colour theory and brush work that push and pull space with contrast, explanations about dynamic composition and managing the edges. Create some time and space to play with the paint and discover your style.

The Open Studio format is self directed without an instructor. This allows each artist/student to determine their own needs with access to a professional model and lighting. Get into the practice with quick studies, gestures and extended poses. Bring your own materials or purchase some at the gallery. The practice of life drawing stretches your style and artistic expression.

Costume Drawing: Open Studio Format (14+) Thursdays 6-8 pm • Jan. 6 - Feb. • Fee: $75 Life Drawing: Open Studio format (ages: 18+) Session #1: Fri. 1-3 pm • Jan 14 - Feb. • Fee: $75 Session #2: Fri. 1-3 pm • Feb 25-Apr 1* • Fee: $75 *no open studio on March 18

TEEN AND ADULT WORKSHOPS Wayzgoose 101- Linocut & Monoprint Workshop Instructor: Liz Pogoda Bennett • Dates TBA Materials included! Just bring your creative curiosity!

No experience required! Explore the world of printing and get into the Wayzgoose spirit! Learn the process and complete a set of your own editions of art and cards. Liz will teach your how to design an image for cutting, how to work the tools, ink, and brayers, and plan a small soft linocut composition. Join in and make prints, cards, and a group public art print quilt!

Wayzgoose # 44 SAVE THE DATE Sat. April 30, 2022

Join the Gallery for some creative March Break fun! Each afternoon features a different theme full of unique art projects. Registration is available per day, or by 5-day pack for the entire week. Programming subject to change and will follow the most current COVID-19 safety protocols.

MARCH ART BREAKS 1:30– 4:00 PM Ages 5-13 Materials included!

Single day: $22 5-day pack: $96 Cartoon Capers Capture your cartoon characters on sketch film with these crafty cartoon cameras. Draw a cartoon character & create a comic book cell insert for GPAG’s student gallery story Cartoon Escape!

Animal Undergrounds!

Lets tunnel into the world of animals and imagine the habitats of our favourite digging critters! Illustrate your fabulous imaginary world with watercolour pencils, washes, and pen detailing.

My Art Show!

Paint, Sculpt and Draw your favourite things in this mini art show.

Pick your theme, play with the materials, and set up your solo art show! Lots of fun, creativity and self-expression!

Alien Pets & Stories Make a fun squishy pal for your backpack to keep close as a lucky charm friend. Great for travel, pics, sensory soothing, or a gift for a best friend! Lots of crafty fun with a wild touch of creativity. Alien Travel Passport colouring booklet included!

STEAM Art: Rocket Launchers and a Galaxy in a Bottle!

Glow in the dark materials make this galaxy bottle come to life after dark! Rocket Launchers are designed by GPAG NASA-student designers in our studio. Launch time counts down at the end of class!

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OUT OF THE VAULT Collections Corner

In Collections Corner we will present selected works from the GPAG Collection along with commentary by a volunteer Community Curator.

Winter Curator: Lyndsay Dobson, GPAG Advisory Board Member and Volunteer

Remembrances of the Niagara Peninsula In 1965 Merton Chambers, a Toronto clay artist, was commissioned to create a ceramic mural of the Niagara Region for the new Poole family home on the edge of the escarpment above Grimsby.

The artist donated the drawing of the mural to the GPAG and it has been in the collection for many years. The mural hung in the Poole home on a blue painted wall where the blue background filled spaces in the mural, representing the water of Lake Ontario and the Welland Canal and areas of sky.

Above: Remembrances of Niagara Peninsula, Merton Chambers, graphite and watercolour, collection of the Grimsby Public Art Gallery, gift of artist Below: Remembrances of Niagara Peninsula, Merton Chambers, ceramic relief, private collection

At the bottom above the waves on Lake Ontario are the ships that took part in the War of 1812, particularly The Engagement at the Forty where British Captain Sir James Yeo sent the remnants of the U.S. force from the Battle at Stoney Creek scurrying back to Fort George. The American encampment along the Forty Mile Creek and an early house in the settlement of The Forty are a little above that to the right. Fort George is at the bottom left with Niagara Falls and the Niagara River. Above the Fort is Brock's Monument at Queenston and a depiction of Laura Secord's farm.

The artist plays fast and loose with time and space. The Garden City Skyway at St. Catharines is shown sweeping over the Welland Canal. Nearby, Laura Secord and her cow are on their way to warn the British about the planned American attack. Below the Queen Elizabeth Way is an orchard with a fruit barn and a picker up a tall ladder, as well as a depiction of the bell that is still in the park at Grimsby Beach.

Above the QEW are more orchards and buildings of the town of Grimsby. At the top of the mural the Poole family stands in the woods on the edge of the escarpment. On the left are William and Margaret Poole and their children and at the right is Ethel Poole, whose estate provided many of the paintings that formed the beginning of the permanent collection of the Grimsby Public Art Gallery.

Stop by the gallery for a close up view of these two incredible works of art in winter exhibition:

A Town Called Grimsby on display November 27-January 22, 2022

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Fall 2021 Wayzgoose Linocut 101 Workshop Are you ready?

Fabulous workshop success!

SAT. APRIL 30th 9-5pm Thank you Liz Pogoda Bennett and the wonderful participants!

GPAG STUDIOS New Linocut Workshop Coming Spring 2022

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Above: A small example of Allison’s Poole’s design work for the Corporate Values Logo. It is found on staff feel good swag, in reports, and media communications.

For over 20 years the GPAG has benefited from the diversely skilled Allison Poole. When I joined this humble and hardworking team of culture workers, Allison provided the glue for all things GPAG. Allison is the fountain of knowledge for the staff, volunteers and board that need to connect to information hidden in the mountains of exhibition and event history. Even the Town of Grimsby has needed her help to fill the gaps and build creatively for the Recreation department and more recently an important project for the Town of Grimsby. Who better than an employee with creative chops to translate the complex visual language needed to relate the Corporate Values into a graphic design logo.

Her talent is depended on at the gallery. Allison’s extensive in-house design work for exhibitions and special events has touched most every project.

Thanks for sharing your talent and being a caring, dedicated team member for all of us that work with you and those you serve in the community. ~ Sandra Mercuri, Education & Media Coordinator