Local art galleries are supporting artists and keeping art in the spotlight during this difficult time. We’re pleased to feature three local galleries and a sampling of the artists they represent.
Loft Gallery Inc.
“If you haven’t had the opportunity to visit Loft Gallery Inc. in downtown Thornbury in a while, our doors are open and we’re eager to share new works that are both incredibly uplifting and inspiring,” says owner Heather Carroll. “The gallery is fortunate to showcase the artwork of resident artists Debra Lynn Carroll and Lorne McDermott, exclusive artist Janet Liesemer, and local artists Jennifer Woodburn and Brian Buckrell. Our resident artists (Debra and Lorne) can be found painting and interacting with patrons onsite at the gallery most days.”
New events at the Loft include the recent release of Janet Liesemer’s Art In A Box series. “The art boxes make beautiful gift ideas and include all the materials you need to complete her lesson, along with a video link to follow as Janet guides you through the completion of your painting,” says Carroll.
“We even have a fun Party Box for groups of four to purchase and complete a class together.”
The gallery is also planning its annual Square Foot Show on Nov. 7, with a new online format designed to keep everyone safe while shopping for your favourite square foot paintings.
To find out more and view works online, visit loftgalleryart.com
Our resident artists (Debra and Lorne) can be found painting and interacting with patrons onsite at the gallery most days.
Craig Gallery
New to the area, Craig Gallery is located in downtown Meaford. Set in a large, light-filled space, it contains artwork in a variety of media including painting, sculpture, photography, pottery and jewelry.
Owned and operated by Jonathan Craig and Bridget Light Craig, the gallery features work by more than 40 Ontario artists, including Jonathan’s father, Philip Craig, and several local artists. Styles of art range from traditional landscapes to beautifully crafted artisanal products and jewelry, to the weird and unexpected.
Craig Gallery also offers free local delivery, curbside pick-up and shipping.
Find out the latest hours at craiggallery.ca. During this time, visitors are asked to wear a mask, and only four people are allowed in the space at a time. For those preferring not to visit in person, the website offers a 360-degree virtual tour and online store.
Brights Gallery
Located in the Village at Blue Mountain, Brights Gallery represents professional, established artists, with an almost exclusive focus on Canadian art. The gallery carries the work of top-selling artists ranging from landscapes, abstracts, contemporary and ski pieces to yard sculptures. Brights also offers recommendations, evaluations, delivery, hanging and guarantees.
“We have close relationships with Canada’s largest art agents and can draw from over 100 artists to help clients find what they’re looking for,” says owner Peter Bright. “The price point of the pieces in the art gallery will appeal to first-time purchasers and seasoned collectors of quality original Canadian art. With over 50 artists, 20-plus new paintings in every month and with access to over 100 artists’ collections, we guarantee we will help you find the perfect piece.”
The gallery is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Or visit brightsgallery.com to find out more about the artists and view their work online.
