KAWARTHA LAKES-Immerse yourself in the sights and emotions that inspire talented local creators at Kawartha Creates, a new exhibition at the Kawartha Art Gallery by the Kawartha Arts Network!
Local artists capture the beauty of Kawartha Lakes in a variety of media, from rural landscapes to bustling urban scenes. The exhibition opens July 23, 2024 at KAG, which is located on the second floor of the Lindsay Public Library (190 Kent Street West, Lindsay Ontario). Admission is free or by donation.
“Kawartha Creates is a celebration of the landscapes, the art, and artists of the City of Kawartha Lakes. We are all residents of Kawartha Lakes, so we draw inspiration from our connections to its beautiful and varied landscapes, both rural and urban. Expressing what our environment means to us is a driving force for many of our works, seen here in “Kawartha Creates”. You may see images in the show that remind you of places you have visited and to which you have an emotional connection.” said the group.
Kawartha Arts Network’s Artist and Founding Member Anders Widjedal says: “Every landscape has its own personality: some are grand and others far more subtle in their presence. Our artists have spent a great deal of time in their local landscapes, seeing them through different seasons and a wide variety of perspectives. The process of understanding the chosen view, then interpreting and expressing it requires a period of time for absorption and contemplation, finally enabling a satisfactory solution for the image.”
In addition to the exhibition, there will be a special Artist Meet & Greet Reception Saturday, July 27 from 2-4pm at the Gallery. Reception is catered by Pie Eyed Monk.
About Kawartha Arts Network
Kawartha Arts Network (KAN) is a not-for-profit co-operative of practicing artists with a community vision in the City of Kawartha Lakes. KAN is committed to:
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finding opportunities for members to share their work with the public throughout Kawartha Lakes and beyond
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creating an environment that fosters creative thinking and artistic networking
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offering opportunities for artists and the general public to participate in educational workshops and sharing opportunities (class schedules available on our website: kawarthaarts.ca)
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encouraging the youth of our community to get involved in the arts.
KAN was the proud recipient of the 2024 Arts and Culture Award of Excellence given by the Lindsay & District Chamber of Commerce. We welcome new members.
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