Come see my window installation of some of my large wet felted leaves falling gently from the sky. I also have some items for sale in the Gallery shop.
A Connections Fibre Artists show interpreting the expression Darn It. See my new work Taxpayers Lament.
I have an Erlenmeyer Imposter flask on view in this annual juried exhibtion.
“Greenbelt” showcases original artwork by the Connections Fibre Artists and is a rare opportunity to see their artwork in Toronto. The exhibition is inspired by Ontario’s Greenbelt, now celebrating 20 years, and features a wide variety of fibre art including wet felting, stitching, quilting, collage and mixed media.
Each artist brings a unique perspective to the exhibition, reflecting the diversity and beauty of the landscapes, waterways, and communities that make up Ontario’s Greenbelt. These works invite viewers to consider our relationship to this vital resource and the importance of safeguarding the Greenbelt for future generations.
Connections Fibre Artists (CFA) is a nationally recognized group of accomplished Canadian fibre artists, established in 1999. Members include published authors, artists who have exhibited both nationally and internationally, workshop facilitators, major award winners, and pioneers in the fibre art field. The Greenbelt exhibition will feature works by twenty-two of the group’s twenty-five members.
See a rich collection of fibre art here plus bags, scarves, and some demos. Enjoy the weekend with over 40 artists.
28 Douglas St - down the alley;
See some of our best work in this show.
Brought to you by the Connections Fibre Artists. Homer Watson Gallery, Kitchener
Our show focus your attention on the colour blue and all it could mean. Contemporary fibre art.
my submission is a bashable resilient vessel - Leaf under Duress
Group show at the Wellington County Museum and Archive. See my Erlenmeyer Imposter flask “Landscape in Jeopardy”. Winner of the Material Arts award.
Location 1158 Queen St E at Jones, Toronto. Leslie Grove Gallery
Through imagery and narrative, two fibre artists, Sheila Thompson and Beverly Allen, share their perspectives on a familiar plant structure, leaves. We present leaves of Ontario’s trees in diverse and unexpected ways to reveal some of their superpowers, vulnerabilities, and connections between the vitality of leaves and human activities. Sheila’s multicoloured, large felt leaves present extreme future responses to human-induced changes in habitat and climate. Beverly's depictions of leaves encourage close study of the leaves, highlighting the layers of colour and detail beneath their surface.
Activities: Artists will be available both weekends for tours and talks as well as construction of an indoors leaf based landart installation.
Our temporary exhibition can be found here:
Two of my art pieces were juried into this show:
an Erlenmeyer Imposter flask and one of my Leaves in Response to: Pawpaw
Ninety-four year old Sybil Rampen is a cornerstone in the Canadian fibre art world, ensuring there is recognition of contemporary fibre art in this country. A humble, yet talented artist in her own right, Sybil has encouraged and inspired emerging artists with her generous spirit and her experimental approach to artmaking. She has built a thriving art centre, The Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre, on the beautiful nature-filled grounds of her ancestral home in Oakville, Ontario. Sybil’s vision, determination, generosity, experimentation and dedication to fibre art, combined with her exceptionally positive outlook provides the recipe for Sybil’s full and successful life.
Connections Fibre Artists feel fortunate to have known, and worked with Sybil. Sybil is an exhibition of contemporary fibre art focussing on Sybil Rampen’s life. Participating artists have chosen some aspect of Sybil they admire, are grateful for, are inspired by, or identify with in some way.
See me for the last time in Toronto this summer at this fabulous art fair. 300+ artists on concrete in front of City Hall. Phew. Lots of fun things to see. 3d topographic felts, Erlenmeyer Imposter flasks. en plein air felting…not for the faint of heart
See me at Booth J13 - new work, finest 3d felt topographic maps, Erlenmeyer Imposter flasks and my very accessible series Birds Passing Through.
150+ artists
With Bev Daniels and Tom Beechinor
The 2nd annual International Women’s show - Stereotype Smash is on at the King Heritage and Cultural Centre, 2920 King Road, King City. Open from 10am to 4pm. Opening talks 1pm Saturday January 21st. 39 women artists.
Annual Guelph Studio Tour - location is 28 Douglas St Unit C in downtown Guelph. Three artists at this location. 50 artists in the tour overall. See my full range of art and art adjacent dye work. Demos of felting.
Opening hours are 10am to 7pm Friday and Saturday and 10am to 5pm Sunday. The online portion of the show begins July 8 and will have a few works available from me that will not be at my booth.
The online portion of this show extends until June 26. My online store associated with this show will be open June 18 at this URL. My Riverdale Artwalk online store.
Delicious: In the words of the emerald ash borer was chosen for this exhibition at the Leslie Grove Gallery.
At the Leslie Grove Gallery in Toronto- many artists. My submission is the Lady Erlenmeyer felted blue flask for discerning women of science.
We are live for the weekend at #4 Ingham Ave in Riverdale. Open 11 to 5pm both Saturday and Sunday. ONline at: https://www.eventeny.com/company/?c=8552 From June 18 to July 2 2021,
The hiatus of the Beach studio tour is over. We are going to be online with porch viewing and pick up for 10 days. After the BST ends, I will have an extended sale of older works because I am moving.
This exhibition showcases the new work of Sue McNenly (fabulous, innovative encaustic art - suemcnenly.com) and me (fine felts and scarves). We will be on site from Friday to Sunday both weekends of the show.
Where: Elbow Room of the Common Craft Elora 140 Metcalfe Street
We plan on being open 10-5 from Friday-Sunday each week, but are also happy to meet you via chance or appointment. I will also be onsite on both Wednesdays of the show working on some new designs. If the open sign is up, we're there! Saturday, September 28 we will be open until 10pm as all of Elora celebrates their late night shopping event.
These two weekends also coincide with the Elora/Fergus Studio Tour, a grand event celebrating the diverse artistic talent in the area. Make a day of it and enjoy all that Elora has to offer, from fine dining to casual, cozy spots. And, never miss the opportunity to take in the grandeur of the Elora Gorge.
See you there!
12 local artists in this group show. Many great prices all under $400.
2359 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 1H2 (416) 200-5551
This tour is now over but see the links at beachstudiotour.ca
Join this group of 12 artists at the reception July 21 noon to 4pm. Late opening during the Beaches Jazz festival July 27 and 28 from 1pm to 11pm.
2359 Queen Street East - south side just east of Balsam.
Works less than or equal to $400.
Scrivener Square (LCBO Summerhill) on Yonge Street near the Summerhill Subway stop. Organized by the Rosedale BIA. In the big tent.
Come see me in my tent at Jimmy Simpson Park, Queen St. E. (just west of Logan). This is a great group show organized by the Artists's Network with at least 150 other artists with an extraordinary range of art to sell.