IN THE SPOTLIGHT:
Harmony Disrupted, oil/cold wax, 40x60in, $3600. inquire here
Laurie Skantzos
May 1 - June 15
'In my most recent body of work I employ repetition or standardization, suggesting stability. Hand cut stencils, which are somewhat crudely made and imperfectly spaced, thwart this initial control, indicating the human hand involved in the making. Layering, scraping back and re-application of paint in a manner that both obscures and reveals simultaneously, leads me through a process driven inquiry where discovery and exploration are the main objectives.'
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15x12in works on paper, framed (white) - $250 each. inquire here
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Laurie Skantzos’ abstract painting is largely inspired by the natural world and filtered through her inner landscape. She studied fine art at the University of Waterloo and her work is displayed in galleries throughout Ontario. She actively participates in shows and art fairs both locally and internationally. Laurie’s award winning work is included in private and public collections across North America, Europe and Asia. She works from her studio in Elora, Ontario where she is the resident artist at Elora Centre For The Arts.
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March /April 2018
Carl Rittenhouse
Statement
My photography concentrates on my interpretation of the essential elements of the subject. To do this, I use the techniques of composition and photography – lines, balance, space, perspective, texture, colour, patterns, light and time to create an image with strong graphic design. To do this, it is necessary to go beyond the seeing in our day to day lives, to use a process of mindfulness, awareness and visualization. Mindfulness and awareness is a state of active, open attention to the present and your surroundings.
Statement
My photography concentrates on my interpretation of the essential elements of the subject. To do this, I use the techniques of composition and photography – lines, balance, space, perspective, texture, colour, patterns, light and time to create an image with strong graphic design. To do this, it is necessary to go beyond the seeing in our day to day lives, to use a process of mindfulness, awareness and visualization. Mindfulness and awareness is a state of active, open attention to the present and your surroundings.
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"Structure"
The theme of the exhibit is "Structure". The term structure can be defined as the arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex. The photographs seek to examine the elements of what may be everyday scenes. The photographs are black and white because the elimination of colour focuses on the essential elements of line, pattern, tones, light and texture.
The subjects range from constructed buildings to a vineyard of posts with natural vines to the patterns of fern leaves.
The style is influenced by the modernist (also known as Straight) photography movement beginning in the early 1900`s, which began using photography to show sharp focus and detail. Some of the prominent photographers are Alfred Stieglitz, Paul Strand and Edward Weston.
The photographs are printed on hahnemühle photo rag baryta fine art paper and there is a limited edition of 10 for each photograph.
The theme of the exhibit is "Structure". The term structure can be defined as the arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex. The photographs seek to examine the elements of what may be everyday scenes. The photographs are black and white because the elimination of colour focuses on the essential elements of line, pattern, tones, light and texture.
The subjects range from constructed buildings to a vineyard of posts with natural vines to the patterns of fern leaves.
The style is influenced by the modernist (also known as Straight) photography movement beginning in the early 1900`s, which began using photography to show sharp focus and detail. Some of the prominent photographers are Alfred Stieglitz, Paul Strand and Edward Weston.
The photographs are printed on hahnemühle photo rag baryta fine art paper and there is a limited edition of 10 for each photograph.
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About
Carl Rittenhouse is a fine art photographer. A few years ago he renewed his interest in photography, getting a digital camera that allowed him to explore the greater possibilities of being able to take and process an image to express his ideas. A main part of his work is using local scenes and architecture to create landscapes, urban, floral and abstract images. He has exhibited in juried group shows and been selected for online auctions. He is currently living in Jordan Station, Ontario
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Price List
All are printed on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Baryta fine art paper. Each has a limited edition of 10. Ferns - 8 x10 inch print in 16 x 20 frame, price $230. Vineyard - 11 x 14 print in 16 x 20 frame, price $250. Bridge - 6 x 10 print in 16 x 20 frame, price $210. City Hall - 8 x 10 print in 12 x 16 frame, price $180 Union Window - 8 x 10 print in 12 x 16 frame, price $180 Ryerson - 8 x 10 print in 12 x 16 frame, price $180 Toronto reflections - 8 x 10 print in 12 x 16 frame, price $180 NYC reflections - 8 x 10 print in 12 x 16 frame, price $180 Many reflections - 8 x 10 print in 12 x 16 frame, price $180 (note - file name is buidinglinesthick) |
Welcome to our first artist of the new year
Cathy Peters
January / February 2018
Cathy Peters
January / February 2018
TITLE: Tranquil Bliss
DIMENSION: 24” wide x 20” long x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic on Canvas
PRICE: $475
DIMENSION: 24” wide x 20” long x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic on Canvas
PRICE: $475
Bio
Cathy has taken extensive workshops and classes from renown artists and instructors across North America and she has developed a style reflective of the intuitive process she often uses in her creative practice. Her soothing acrylic and watercolour paintings have spirit and reveal an experienced artist’s interpretation of feelings, emotions and artistic individuality.
Cathy has taken extensive workshops and classes from renown artists and instructors across North America and she has developed a style reflective of the intuitive process she often uses in her creative practice. Her soothing acrylic and watercolour paintings have spirit and reveal an experienced artist’s interpretation of feelings, emotions and artistic individuality.
TITLE: Transformation
DIMENSION: 36” wide x 36” long x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic on Canvas
PRICE: $550
DIMENSION: 36” wide x 36” long x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic on Canvas
PRICE: $550
'The art I create is a soulful and interactive expression of life around me and reflects the subject and feeling of the moment. The process “from soul to hand” is my attempt to express those moments on paper or canvas in shapes and colours to create a visual impact that I hope the viewer enjoys. As an artist, my goal is to create a feeling in a painting that echoes an expression of moods and emotions and to rely on the viewer to complete the visual interpretation.'-Cathy Peters
TITLE: Roving
DIMENSION: 24” x 24” x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic/Mixed/Collage on Canvas
PRICE: $495
DIMENSION: 24” x 24” x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic/Mixed/Collage on Canvas
PRICE: $495
TITLE: Meeting for the First Time
DIMENSION: 20” x 20” x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic on Canvas
PRICE: $425
DIMENSION: 20” x 20” x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic on Canvas
PRICE: $425
TITLE: The Journey
DIMENSION: 20” x 20” x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic/Mixed/Collage on Canvas
PRICE: $425
DIMENSION: 20” x 20” x 1-1/2” deep
MEDIA: Acrylic/Mixed/Collage on Canvas
PRICE: $425
NOV / DEC 2017
SMALL GIFTS
We are chuffed to be featuring small, affordable-and original-paintings by a group of regional artists for our ‘In the Spotlight’ show.
Jolly on over to view ‘Small Gifts’ by Judy Anderson, Geoff Farnsworth, Linda Hankin, Linda Kemp, Cathy Peters, Diana Hinman, Jim Kerr, Jane Marshall, Tim Francis, David Drum and Patricia Haftar. We’re open every day, 10-5 and located between Cave Springs Cellars and Heritage Gift Shop.
www.jordanartgallery.com. 905 562 6680.
Jolly on over to view ‘Small Gifts’ by Judy Anderson, Geoff Farnsworth, Linda Hankin, Linda Kemp, Cathy Peters, Diana Hinman, Jim Kerr, Jane Marshall, Tim Francis, David Drum and Patricia Haftar. We’re open every day, 10-5 and located between Cave Springs Cellars and Heritage Gift Shop.
www.jordanartgallery.com. 905 562 6680.
CAROLYN DOVER
Artist Statement
This collection of small works I have specifically created for Jordan Art Gallery, are re-imagined variations of Niagara Vineyard paintings executed in 2005 for "Language of the Land", a solo exhibition at the Grimsby Art Gallery. Although much smaller than the original works, they still hold a similar strength in the jewel-like, high key colours and bold graphic design elements that I use. I am drawn to the ordered beauty that exists in the vineyards. These treasured spaces are disappearing all too quickly, due to potential urban encroachment. The vines evoke themes of transformation.
I see the diurnal rhythms of nature as an undercurrent through the richness of new growth, bounty, and rebirth.
C. Dover
This collection of small works I have specifically created for Jordan Art Gallery, are re-imagined variations of Niagara Vineyard paintings executed in 2005 for "Language of the Land", a solo exhibition at the Grimsby Art Gallery. Although much smaller than the original works, they still hold a similar strength in the jewel-like, high key colours and bold graphic design elements that I use. I am drawn to the ordered beauty that exists in the vineyards. These treasured spaces are disappearing all too quickly, due to potential urban encroachment. The vines evoke themes of transformation.
I see the diurnal rhythms of nature as an undercurrent through the richness of new growth, bounty, and rebirth.
C. Dover
Bio
Carolyn Dover is a Hamilton-born artist who has lived in Grimsby for the better part of 30 years. Currently, her studio is located at the Cotton Factory, Hamilton's largest creative facility. She studied at both McMaster University in Hamilton and Mount Allison University in New Brunswick where she completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts with distinction in 1985.
Carolyn is an award winning artist who has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions across Southern Ontario. For many years she worked as an instructor at the Dundas Valley School of Art and the Art Gallery of Burlington. Her various experiences are as juror, guest lecturer and conference workshop facilitator. Carolyn regularly exhibits her plein air work and large format landscapes of the region, and is represented locally by Earls Court Gallery. Although she has tackled feminist issues in a variety of genres, like the human figure and symbolic still-life works. Carolyn consistently returns to the landscape. Her process and work is very much a product of the Canadian landscape tradition.
Carolyn Dover is a Hamilton-born artist who has lived in Grimsby for the better part of 30 years. Currently, her studio is located at the Cotton Factory, Hamilton's largest creative facility. She studied at both McMaster University in Hamilton and Mount Allison University in New Brunswick where she completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts with distinction in 1985.
Carolyn is an award winning artist who has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions across Southern Ontario. For many years she worked as an instructor at the Dundas Valley School of Art and the Art Gallery of Burlington. Her various experiences are as juror, guest lecturer and conference workshop facilitator. Carolyn regularly exhibits her plein air work and large format landscapes of the region, and is represented locally by Earls Court Gallery. Although she has tackled feminist issues in a variety of genres, like the human figure and symbolic still-life works. Carolyn consistently returns to the landscape. Her process and work is very much a product of the Canadian landscape tradition.
REY BAECHER
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GEOFF FARNSWORTH
ARTIST STATEMENT & BIO:
My paintings explore a relationship between figurative and abstraction in order to meld unconscious probing and stylistic innovation with a meditative figural base. It is important to me that the paintings work well as collections of shape, colour, texture, and energy, while also building a compelling image. Working with people and objects from my personal world, I focus on maintaining a balance between plan and accident, known and unknown, restraint and exuberance. My figures look out as much into mindscape as landscape.
Geoff Farnsworth, 2017
Geoff Farnsworth began his art training in Vancouver before moving to New York City to study at the Art Students League from 1997 to 2002. He trained full time from the human figure in various realist ateliers here before moving into abstract classes to continue exploring. The main artist and teacher he studied under here was William Scharf. William Scharf was the studio assistant and friend of Mark Rothko, and so a direct influence of the New York Abstract Expressionist school began to shape new directions into Farnsworth's painting. A concern for process, colour, and abstract composition began to meld into his figuration and form.
A post 9-11 environment with tightening visa restrictions finally prompted Geoff to follow his long time urge to move to Toronto. Here he continued to explore in his painting and to exhibit more. He currently lives and works in St. Catharines, Ontario. His paintings have been shown in New York City, Washington DC, Minneapolis, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, Niagara Falls, Norway, and Sweden.
