Julia Vandepolder
"I’ve always loved to paint, but I felt like it was taken away from me in school."
The Green Room, 2011
Many young artists are drawn to the vibrant culture and networking opportunities only available in large cities. It is difficult to resist the chance to collaborate regularly with gallery owners, academics, and other artists. Julia Vandepolder feels the pull, but so far she has resisted. The...
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Erin McSavaney
Crows Nest Highway - Nursery, 2010
When first absorbing the work of Vancouver artist Erin McSavaney, one is struck by his depiction of buildings in industrial and rural settings. There is...
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Melissa Jean
Raindrops and Puddles, 2011
Once one recognizes how much artist Melissa Jean adores the natural beauty of the Lake of the Woods area in northern Ontario, it is easy to take great satisfaction from picturing her painting by the water...
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Sheila Kernan
Double Back, 2011
Even the word ‘vibrant’ seems inadequate when attempting to describe paintings...
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12.19.2011
Margot Ariss: Love
For anyone passing through London, Ontario over the holidays, it is definitely worth stopping into the Michael Gibson Gallery. There is a subtly affecting exhibition on display until the end of 2011, showcasing the work of Margot Ariss.... more
Melissa Jean showcases the natural beauty of Lake of the Woods in Northern Ontario
When I first saw Lake of the Woods by boat, I was awestruck. As so many are who get the chance to cruise the Lake. It's got the iconic Canadian parts ... the Canadian...
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