An eight-city exhibition tour showcasing the work of the 15 semi-finalists of the RBC Canadian Painting Competition stops in London. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the competition aims to raise the awareness of emerging Canadian visual artists. Governor General Michaëlle Jean announced Jeremy Hof from Vancouver as the national winner and Amanda Reeves from Oakville and Will Murray from Montreal as the honourable mentioned. An unprecedented $145,000 in prize money was awarded for this year, including $25,000 to the winner, $15,000 to each of the honourable mentioned and $7,500 to the remaining semi-finalists.
Art in the Village is a one-day, outdoor event showcasing the talent of Local artist on 'The Green' of the Monsignor Feeney Centre. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the Wortley community and meet artist in a fun and friendlyt summer atmosphere.
Gallery Stratford is pleased to present for the first time a selection of works from the collection by renowned Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky. The selection is made from 39 works recently donated to the Gallery by the artist. The Stratford collection is comprised of stunning large-scale works spanning from 1885 to 2005: and includes subjects of quarries, shipyards, oil fields, refineries, highway overpasses and the artist’s most recent photo’s of China.
For over 25 years, Gallery Stratford has presented the Perth Huron Exhibition to acknowledge the work of local artist. Open to artists from both counties, the work is juried by a local artist or art administrator each year. The result is an eclectic mix of works in all media representing a wealth of concepts and subjects. Both shows are Available for viewing from June 7 to September 27.
Admission: $5.00 adult; $4.00student/senior/group
Hours: 10am to 5pm from Tuesday to Sunday
