CANADA DAY WEEKEND : HOLIDAY HOURS

Good heavens! Look at how bright that sunshine is! No doubt many of you will be out and about enjoying the Canada Day long weekend - they're forecasting some glorious weather, so slap on some sunscreen and keep the gallery in your plans when exploring the activities downtown. 

We're OPEN tomorrow (Saturday) from 10:00 -5:30 (er..pay no mind to the construction along the street, we still need your company!) 

Our Holiday Hours are as Follows : 

Saturday >10:00 am - 5:30 pm

Sunday > By Appointment 

Monday > By Appointment  

Tuesday > 10:00 am- 2 :00pm 

Oh, and make sure you have a gander at our window display, we're featuring a preview of our highly anticipated group show, CANADIANA. And yes. that's a lobster made from a shoe. 

Maritime Lobster by Kim Danio

Beaver, Carved by Basil Doucette

NOW SHOWING : GEORGE SPENCER

We're so happy to announce that George Spencer's new exhibition, Comfort Food, is now 

on display here at Argyle Fine Art! Stop into the gallery over your lunch break, or sometime 

throughout the week, and enjoy the visual feast!!

See the works online here :  https://www.flickr.com/photos/62710153@N03/sets/72157636439647026/

COMFORT FOOD BY GEORGE SPENCER (Opening Reception on Saturday 1:30 - 3:30)

Please join us on Saturday Afternoon (June 21st) for the opening reception of Comfort Food, new works by artist George Spencer. We're pleased to say that we'll be hosting the lovely folks from Lemon Dogs that afternoon as well, with their fancy & delicious, fresh squeezed lemonade! Stop by and take a tour of George Spencer's newest collection of paintings!

(just another friendly reminder that Sunday is Father's day)

We didn't want you to forget! Sunday is dedicated to all the dads out there,  and we're excited about sending them their due love and appreciation. We've got a few fun fatherly things on display, all made by local artists:

Cards by Jodie Hansen!!!!!!!

Another clever card by Jodie :)

a new postcard fold-ed by Ed Beals! This fold-ed creates a really neat optical illusion - click here to see the full demo video!

BIKEWEEK is in full force at ARGYLE FINE ART

National bike week is well underway, with lots of activities scheduled now through June 16th here in Halifax!! Stop by the gallery and check out our window, curated especially for the occasion -  We've got new work by William Rudolph, Brenda Diabo, Katharine Burns, and Jordan Blackburn!   

This Way, That Way  (Screen print) by Jordan Blackburn

Copper Enamel Pendants and Earrings by Brenda Diabo!

Candle Holders (made from Bike Parts) by William Rudolph!

Rose coloured glasses by William Rudolph!

"Man & Woman" (Stone Lithograph) 

by Jordan Blackburn

"Segregation" (Relief Monoprint) by Jordan Blackburn

"Rocket" (Screen Print) By Jordan Blackburn

"Focus" (Reduction Relief) by Jordan Blackburn

Artful Gifts for DAD!

We have SO many neat things in store, perfect for all the cool Dads out there: From fantastic, locally made greeting cards, to art pieces that would make him the envy of any art collector. Take a browse through some of our hand picked choices for Father's day... which is JUNE 15th if you weren't keeping track :) 

 

(above - cards by the regional assembly of text!)

Cufflinks by Lisa Scrivner

Money Clip by Lisa Scrivner

Robo Moth by Ed Beals! *click on the image to see the antennae go boy-yoy-yoy-iing!!*

Key Beatle by Ed Beals - Hangs on the wall, too!

Dave LeRue

Dave LeRue

Dave LeRue

                                             Below: Messenger Dog Series by Ed Beals!

(Above: Father's day cards by Jodie Hansen!)

ATTENTION ALL ARTISTS - CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: CANADIANA

CANADIANA  

The leaves on our trees have started to fill in, the air is getting warmer, and the call of the loon is growing louder – So, we think it’s high time we start working towards our exciting summer season! We’re happy to announce that Argyle Fine Art is looking for a variety of local artists to create works with the theme, CANADIANA in mind. Your artwork might focus on regional landscape, Canadian icons, or even tourist kitch – the sky is the limit, so long as it falls within the category of Canadian culture. What do YOU associate with Canadian culture? All mediums will be considered, including (but not limited to) painting, sculpture, photography and textile. All artists are welcome to submit their work to this juried exhibition.

 Submission guidelines: 

-         Submissions must be new, and not have been previously shown.

-         Work must have the theme Canadiana as it’s primary focus.

-         Please include your name, phone number, email address, and list of materials used along with your application.  

-         Deadline for applications is July 5th

-         NOTE: For those who are able to finish their submissions before July 1^st, the gallery may want to feature your piece/s in the gallery over Canada Day Weekend! 

To apply, please photograph your completed piece/ pieces and send your images in jpeg format to gallery@argylefa.com. SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS MIDNIGHT July 5th, If your work is selected by the jury, you will be notified by phone or email the following week.

The opening reception for Canadiana will be held here at Argyle Fine Art on Thursday, July17th from 5-7. This reception will coincide with Halifax’s second “Downtown Art Walk” so we expect it to be a lively evening! The pieces selected to be in the show will be available for purchase (price set by the artist) with standard gallery commission applied. 

Please telephone the gallery, 902-425-9456 if you have any questions in regards to the requirements of this exciting group show!

From the gals of Argyle Fine Art,

Adriana Afford and Crystal Ross

1559 Barrington Street

Halifax, NS

B3J 2Z7

902.425.9456

gallery@argylefa.com

www.argylefineart.com / www.argylefineart.blogspot.com

Celebrate the Varied Landscapes by Vaughn Gray

ART makes all special occasions even more memorable. Vaughn Gray paintings are often the paintings of choice for gifts, as they capture Nova Scotia and it's varied landscapes beautifully. Vaughn Gray has relocated back to Halifax recently, after living in Yarmouth for a number of years. His work there didn't allow much time for painting,but he is now ready to begin painting again! However, until he gets things underway, he has asked us to find great homes for a selection of his older works.  He loves painting Nova Scotian landscape- especially along the ocean. Many of these paintings  are from his home town of Yarmouth, but also include the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. Some even look as if they have been painted along a  flood plain, and make us homesick for canoing and camping in the great outdoors. Enjoy looking at ALL of the paintings by clicking here:at this LINK (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62710153@N03/sets/72157644825468426/) We are offering 50% off  ALL the works  until June 7th. **Call us for prices at 902-425-9456 or simply email us at gallery@argylefa.com. Most works are on high profile canvas, ready for hanging- but a few works are painted on masonite and may require framing. ** Please take a good look at the images and feel free to share this email with others you think will enjoy Vaughn's painting. These works range in sizes from 5" x 7", 6"x6", (normally $200- now $100)  8" x 8" (normally $375 now $187.50)  and so on...

Surrettes Island; Yarmouth,  6"x 6", Acrylic on Canvas Original Price: $200 NOW: $100 Lowtide at Sunset, 8" x8", Acrylic on Canvas. Original Price:$375 NOW: $187.50 Rolling to Shore, 6" x 6", Acrylic on Canvas Original Price: $200 NOW: $100

NOW SHOWING: New works by Luke Naylor and Dave LeRue

The shows are up, and are now being greeted with many onlookers - stop into the gallery anytime today between10-5:30 and see the sparkling new shows by Luke Naylor and emerging artist Dave LeRue for yourselves.  We're back at it again Tuesday through Saturday, from 

10- 5 :30 and we'd love to see you.

(click on the images below to see the shows online!)

DOWNTOWN ARTWALK- SUMMERTIME VERSION coming soon!

Dust off your walking shoes and get ready for the second DOWNTOWN ARTWALK...which will happen in Halifax on Thursday, July 17th, 5-8pm.  Stroll from one art gallery to another, as well as take in other offerings from local businesses who are open that evening too. We'll be announcing the participants soon- get in touch with us too, if you'd like to take part as a venue!

We're already planning a special showing of Canadiana for that evening at Argyle Fine Art.

Beaver- Peter Rafuse Wood Carving

Studio 21 is planning an exciting group show too and if the weather works in our favour, you'll be able to enjoy their outdoor terrace. Zwickers is also keen and starting to scheme and plan.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Luke Naylor and David LeRue: Opening this FRIDAY at Argyle Fine Art- ALL WELCOME!

We are very excited to be showcasing new works by Luke Naylor (whom we haven't shown a lot of since 2006- with the odd new painting here and there)  so we can hardly wait! The wait is over, as the show opening reception is this Friday, May 23rd, 7-9pm.

"I wish I was the Moon"- Oil on Canvas- Luke Naylor

We'll also be featuring new works by an emerging artist from NSCAD, David LeRue.

Footballin'- Oil on Canvas- David LeRue

Come out Friday night and show your support to local artists and local business! It's also a great way to start the weekend off. If you can't make it in to the opening reception, drop by anytime as the shows continue until June 12th and will be online at www.argylefineart.com, once the shows open.

EVERYONE would recognise the sound of a skunk, a beaver, and a porcupine.. right?!

You can tell instantly by looking at this wee fella in the eyes, what his distinct, unmistakably porcupine-like sound would be... 

Can you hear that? Yes.. there he goes, making his porcupiney noizes..

And this little guy here - no mistaking the sound of a genuine skunk! 

 such a familiar tune he sings..

and that clearly Canadian voice that can only come from a beaver! Say it with me now! ... ... ... 

These new folk art pieces are carved by the wonderful Peter Rafuse, and they're squawking, honking, or whatever it is that they do, in our front windows for everyone to enjoy. Keep your eyes peeled for a sheep and a few chickens too!