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Nick Johnson
cornfield cosmography
June 22 to August 10, 2024
Gallery One & Two
Almost all of my drawings since the 1980's, not counting the stones, have been done in cornfields, or rather, on the edges of cornfields. That is to say, up until 2007, the perspective represented in the drawings was usually that of someone looking at the cornfield from outside. But beginning in that year I moved fully into the cornfield, looking for openings where I could be surrounded, where there was nothing but the ground I sat on, and the sun, and the corn, in motion from any breeze, growing into the sky on all sides. From that time forward, the prevailing perspective of my drawings, as in these Cornfield Cosmography drawings, became that of someone looking from the centre outward to the horizon in all directions. In the drawings, the cornfield becomes the whole world as it takes on the sun and the sun moves around it. This leaves the cornfield in many of the drawings looking like a bristling planet or island in the sky. Implicitly, at the centre of this configuration, there is an outward-gazing person, and a few of the drawings focus on that figure.
Raegan Little
Made in Canada
June 22 to August 10, 2024
Gallery Three
Raegan Little is a multidisciplinary artist based in Waterloo, Ontario, currently focusing primarily on ceramic sculpture. After years of practicing law and raising three children, she took a leap of faith, returning to school to pursue her honours fine arts degree from the University of Waterloo (2022). She continually experiments with different mediums, and her love of reading, words, junk food (and occasional cocktail) often spills into her artwork. Raegan’s goal is to spread happiness, light and humour into every piece she creates.
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Legacy of Faith: A Bicentennial Celebration of Old St. Thomas Church
A Collaboration with our Community
August 17 to September 14, 2024
Gallery One and Two
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of the Old St. Thomas Church, as we celebrate its 200th anniversary through a stunning exhibition of historic artwork that captures the essence and spirit of this beloved landmark.
Artworks in this exhibition have been graciously loaned to the St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre from members of our community, the Elgin County Museum and from the Public Art Centres’ permanent collection. A special thank you to Rev. Nick Wells for his collaboration on this project.
Maxine Allen, Old St. Thomas Church and Lynch Gate, 1976, Oil on canvas, on permanent Loan from the Elgin County Museum
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The annual miniature art show and sale is a delightful celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Artists from near and far come together to showcase their tiny masterpieces, each one a unique and exquisite work of art. From tiny paintings to sculptures to, the show offers a diverse array of mini marvels for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a seasoned miniature artist or a newcomer to the world of tiny treasures, the show is a fantastic opportunity to share your talents, connect with fellow artists, and find new homes for your miniature creations. Join us in this magical world of miniatures and let your imagination run wild!
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It is the mandate of STEPAC to advance knowledge and understanding of the visual arts within St. Thomas and Elgin County through exhibitions, acquisitions, lectures, public programs, education programs, traveling exhibitions, and adherence to standard museum practices. STEPAC seeks to present and facilitate a broad range of visual art practices and to reflect excellence through all aspects of its programs.
STEPAC’s exhibition program is invitational, and the also accepts exhibition proposals on an ongoing basis from artists and curators. The exhibitions are booked at least two years in advance.
Submission Guidelines:
In the event that the proposed artworks have not yet been produced, please provide a detailed description of the intent in addition to support material featuring past work.
Please remember to contact the Art Centre if you have a change of address and/or telephone number.
Please note, the Art Centre will only reply to proposals in which it is interested.
Submit applications by mail to:
St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre
Attention: Curator
301 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON. N5P 1B5
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Attention: Curator
Submission Guidelines for Artists and curators