Bringing back SUNDAY STUDIO DAYS! - Sabine Kearns & Matthew Mongraw

 Welcome once again to our Sunday Studio Days series!

This series will feature different artists and their creative spaces every Sunday! It's so wonderful to see behind the scenes what our artists get up to, where they create and learn a little more about who they are!

We're starting off with two wonderful acrylic painters, Sabine Kearns and Matthew Mongraw. 

SABINE KEARNS

A beautifully beaming Sabine standing at her easel ready to paint!

"When I walk up the stairs to my studio, I immediately feel a sense of calm! I’m fortunate to have this space, where I can create, make a mess, and just lose myself in my art.  From my window, I love seeing the crows gather in the big trees, and the sound of the brook after the rain! Time seems to have no meaning when I’m painting, and before I know it, several hours have gone by, and my sweet husband pops in with a cup of tea!"

Sabine's easel and a collection of her works.
Looks like a little Seagull friend also enjoys this studio space!

"My inspiration comes from my surroundings. I take many, many reference photos, but quite often my paintings come from a memory or a feeling, of something that I briefly saw and felt, or a place visited. I’d describe my art as simplistic, happy, and heartfelt!"

A cozy spot to sit during painting breaks.

"I have always dreamt of having my art in a gallery, so when this dream came true with Argyle Fine Art, I’d say it was one of my favourite accomplishments! Thank you, Adriana! I still do happy dances of joy every single time a painting finds a new home, and I think I always will! Knowing that I’ve made a connection through my art, is a wonderful feeling!"

Check out Sabine's available work HERE

MATTHEW MONGRAW

Matthew posed in front of a collection of his works

Matthew says his paintings are inspired by places, moments and people that bring him joy!

A shot of Matthew's studio, he always has something on the go!

Another shot of Matthew's studio... whose that hiding in the corner?🐶

One of those joy-bringers in his Bermese Mountain dog, Bowie! Matthew says his pup never leaves his side...  "[Bowie] loves hanging out with me when I paint so I have to clean my studio space thoroughly to make sure I don't varnish their fur into my art. It only happened once with an early painting and I pray one day science can use that to clone them."

 

Bowie proudly sitting next to two of Matthew's painting

Outside of painting Matthew also has a passion for music!

Matthew rocking out!

"I have played music extensively for over 25 years. I like to write and perform with a number of different bands as well as my own music. Drums are my main instrument but also enjoy guitar, bass and piano. 

The vibes are right and Matthew is ready to play!

Music has helped me understand painting by seeing the similarities between writing a song vs a painting. Such as the mood or intensity, the rhythms, if it is a cluttered or upbeat piece of music etc."

Check out Matthew's available work HERE

Thank you to our wonderful artists for providing these pictures and sharing a little about themselves! 

And thank you to all of YOU who read our blog!
We love sharing all things ART with you! 🩷

Check us out next Sunday for another Sunday Studio Days blog post!

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The cards say... your future is full of ART

Looking into Argyle Fine Art from the Street

We had another fun & fabulous Saturday last week showcasing art from Diane Morgan...

Diane Morgan's full show HERE

Side view of Diane Morgan display

And partnering with Batsala from the Neightbourhood Witch to offer live Tarot readings with Kerry Hodgson's Halifax inspired Tarot Deck "Tarofax"! 

Batsala ready to read your fortune in the sunshine!

Kerry Hodgson's Tarofax Deck
Halifax inspired Tarot Cards
$45 per deck!

We are BEYOND excited about Kerry Hodgson's Tarofax deck! This awesome, and fully useable, collection of Major Arcana Tarot cards designed and illustrated by Kerry are abolutely stunning and showcase so many awesome Halifax and Nova Scotian icons and landmarks! 

See the cards below... contact the gallery to learn more!

Batsala did a fantastic job reading Tarot with these cards! 

It was so impressive to listen to her not only pull from her incredible breadth of Tarot knowledge but interpret specific parts of Kerry's illutrations to provide meaning and insight to the receivers! 

So much to unpack in every reading!

You never know what card you'll get!

See what your future holds...

Anything is possible...

And good news is always just around the corner!

Batsala barely had time to breath inbetween readings!
It was such a fabulous turn out... we hope to host another one so keep your eyes peeled for more events like this in
✨THE FUTURE✨ 

Tarot and artist showcase poster through the window

Alongside our Tarot fun we were thrilled to showcase artist Diane Morgan!

Diane Morgan's contemporary realism paintings paired perfectly with all the mysticism of the afternoon...

Diane on her work...
"My artwork is contemporary realism in the old tradition.  I work to create a narrative with the setting or theme in my artwork by utilizing traditional methods while capturing contemporary or antique subject matter...I am inspired by the people around me, the places I have travelled to and the objects in my environment...I wish to be continually inspired by the masters of yesterday and those of today!"

Diane Morgan Time Will Tell, Oil on Canvas Panel, 16"x20"

Each painting tells a story...

Diane Morgan, Crystal Enchantment, Oil on Canvas, 12"x16"

Diane's works brilliantly capture relatable images through a materful tradtional appraoch.

Diane Morgan, I Want Candy, Oil on Canvas Panel, 16"x20"

Diane Morgan, My Love Is Like A Red Red Rose, Oil on Canvas, 20"x16"

We just can't get enough! See Diane's full show HERE

Visit us at the gallery this week and see for youself why we're SO excited!

Check upcoming events below!

Wild Life in the Gallery!

Arielle the Owl posed in front of a Mark Brennan painting

 Last Saturday we continued our weekly fun-filled Saturday afternoons with a fantastic visit from artist Marsha Koersvelt AND a visit from Arielle the Owl with Hope for Wildlife! 

Marsha is new to us and we're very excited about her cute little critter paintings!

Marsha posed with her paintings

Marsha brought with her 8 adorable paintings titled "The Wildlife Gaze Collection" and they were a resounding hit!
With 5 already finding their forever homes! 

Local artists Chantel Elysia and Alissa Whalen stopped by to enjoy Marsha's adorable animal faces

Marsha Koersvelt, Prickly Gaze, 8" x 8", Acrylic on Board 
Still Available $200

"Could it get any cuter?!" regular customers enjoying something new and fun every visit!

Fret not if you had already fallen in love with one of Marsha's sold critters... we expect to see many more works from Marsha AND sources say she is open to commissions! 

Marsha Koersvelt, Gaze Upon a Nation, Acrylic on Board, 12" x 12"
Still Available $300

If you'd like to set up a commission with Marsha just contact us at the gallery!

So great to see so many people stop in and enjoy these works! 

Marsha Koersvelt, Prowl of the Gaze, 12"x12", Acrylic on Board
Still Available $300

Along side Marsha and her critters we were excited to have Arielle the Owl from Hope for Wildlife in the gallery too! 

Arielle posing pretty for the camera above the Hope for Wildlife sign

Who is Hope For Wildlife? 

Hope For Wildlife is a organization committed to connecting people to wildlife through knowledge and understanding.

Their goals are to create safe space for wild animal rescue, rehabilitation and release. They help educate others on wild life and habitat conservation.

Happy faces enjoying Arielle's visit

Arielle sure generated a lot of buzz - well deserved as she was just the neatest gal! 

Close up of Arielle, posed in front of our Mark Brennan landscape painting display

Arielle was rescued about 11 years ago after having been hit by a car resulting in the partial loss of one of her wings. Arielle is now a permanent resident of Hope For Wildlife and she gets to spend her time in their the fabulous care and travel around with volunteers as an educational animal. 

Fun for all ages!

Arielle perched on George from Hope For Wildlife's hand.

Thank you to both Marsha and Hope For Wildlife for joining us on this adorable animal-filled day! 

This coming Saturday we plan to keep the fabulous fun going by partnering with The Neighbourhood Witch to offer LIVE TAROT reading at the gallery, featuring Kerry Hodgson's Halifax inspired Tarot Deck TAROFAX

As well as a showcase featuring seven incredible oil paintings from new-to-us artist Diane Morgan!

Poster for Saturday May 5th

And a piles more fun planned for April... lots to look forward to! 

Stay tuned and we can't wait to see you then! 

:)