Hey folks and Happy Nocturne!!
HEAD OVER TO OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL THE LINKS TO NEW SHOWS OPENING TONIGHT RIGHT HERE, including art by Lara Doiron and other gallery artists!
Hey folks and Happy Nocturne!!
HEAD OVER TO OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL THE LINKS TO NEW SHOWS OPENING TONIGHT RIGHT HERE, including art by Lara Doiron and other gallery artists!
This week at the gallery we are highlighting artist Danny Abriel!
"Every Day Is A Wonder", 36"x48", Acrylic on Canvas |
"A View To The Sea", 18" x 36", acrylic on canavs |
"Winter Coat", 36"x48", Acrylic on Canvas |
"Cheticamp Gypsum Mine", 30"x40", Acrylic on Canvas |
A Trusted Friend, 30"x40", Acrylic on Canvas |
While dropping off this piece Danny told us the story of how he'd often walk this path and visit this tree, that stood alone and tall, and always a reliable landmark. This lovely notion felt akin to his mother and their close relationship.
Another wonderful new piece from Danny is this exciting and lively ocean scene "Billows and Swash".
"Billows and Swash", 24"x36", Acrylic on Canvas |
Danny has many other pieces available at the gallery, including a small 4"x5" painting from last years PreShrunk show!
Follow this link HERE to see Danny's full album of available work.
Want to bring a little extra joy to your day? Check out this video we made inspired by Danny's art!
On September 13th we opened Catherine Bagnell Styles' new show
Sept 13 - Sept 28
"Champagne", Oil on Cradleboard, 24"x24" |
This serene and scenic collection of 15 oil paintings has brought both a sense of calmness and adventure to the gallery with Catherine's wonderful landscape views.
"Solo", Oil on Cradleboard, 18"x24" |
"Wild Sky", Oil on Cradleboard, 24"x24" |
"Summer Field", Oil on Cradleboard,12"x12" |
"...this work is a bit of a new frontier for me…I'm really, really going deep into painting clouds (inspired by the beautiful work of Edward Seago). This show was about pushing my own horizons, learning more about painting clouds, moving from serene peaceful scenes to 'wild clouds', and leaving some elements unfinished and perfectly imperfect."
"Tall Trees",Oil on Gallery Canvas,15" x 30" |
"Salt Marsh", Oil on Cradleboard, 24"x24" |
Learn more about Catherine from her artist statement below!
Catherine Bagnell Styles is a Halifax-based artist who loves colour, texture, character and light in places, people and, in her paintings. Her work is colourful, optimistic and highly textured. Her influences include impressionism, fauvism and, a number of Canadian artists, including David Lacey, Rod Charlesworth and Mike Svob.
She paints in an ocean side studio in beautiful Ketch Harbour, and en plein air, especially when travelling. Landscapes, streetscapes and occasionally, still life are her forte. Her creative career has been in marketing, communications and advertising and has focused on story-telling and engagement. Artistic endeavors have always played an important part in her life.
Catherine has studied at NSCAD as well as in workshops with: David Lacey, Sandi Komst, Zehava Power, Mike Svob and Bob Burridge and more. Her work is in private collections throughout Canada and the US.
"Morning Fog", Oil on Cradleboard, 24" x 24" |
Want to see more work from Catherine? See all the works from her show Horizons HERE
And see our album of older works available from Catherine HERE.
A long time ago, in a year called "2020" we hosted an INSTA DOG event that was very pup-ular! So we decided why not do it again, have some fun and remind folks that there are so many downtown local businesses that are DOG FRIENDLY! Join us from 1:30 PM -3:30PM for a tail-wagging good time as we celebrate all things dog-related. Get ready for a paws-itively fun day filled with furry friends, wagging tails, and lots of Instagram-worthy moments.
Whether you're a dog owner, dog lover, or just looking for a fun day out, this event is perfect for you (no other dogs permitted at this event other than the INSTA Dogs for safety and space in the gallery)
It’s going to be a paws-itively fun day filled with furry friends, wagging tails, and lots of Instagram-worthy moments. We will celebrate all things dog-related and will have art by local artists available as well as paintings made by the dogs themselves! All proceeds from the dog’s paintings will be donated to LITTERS N CRITTERS- who will also be with us for the afternoon so that we can all learn about the wonderful kind things they do for dogs.
We’ll also have Chloe’s Pawsome Designs with us selling great products for dogs and kitties too! P4 Patisserie baked goods for humans will be here while supplies last…nomnomnom! Before you leave, don't forget to ENTER TO WIN dog themed gifts, donated by local businesses and the Downtown Halifax Business Commission. It's going to be a DOG-gone great time!
PS- want a drawing of your dog?
Send Argyle Fine Art a photo of it to gallery@argylefa.com and we’ll have artist Lindsay Hicks draw it for you, 8” x 10”, for just $45. Call or email Argyle Fine Art for more details.Here are some examples from past sketches!
...AND NOW TO MEET THE DOGS!
Meet Hunter@hunter_the_bounty_dog_hfx, Rosie @miss.rosie.mac, Beau & Freya @halifloofs, Tako @loschicoscubano, Willow @puppy.willows.world and Willy the Backpack Beagle @willybackpackbeagle!
HUNTER is a 9 year old rescue dog from Cape Breton, adopted through Litters n Critters. He's the love of his mom's life. Hunter loves playing fetch, paddle boarding, and exploring beaches with his best friends. When not adventuring, Hunter can be found at protests for animal rights, fighting against BSL, or raising money for numerous animal groups. He's the best boy ever!
TAKO, rescued from the streets of Cardenas, Cuba through All People for Animals in Cuba and now calls HRM his forever home. Spends his time with his brothers, Raisin & LG (also from Cuba) and friends, hanging out, exploring the parks and the dog friendly bars and shops.