Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek #8: Adrienne Godbout

Adrienne Godbout just wrote to tell us that her pre-shrunk works are in the mail!!  Ah.....it's been like Christmas everyday at the gallery lately, as we uncover new little works by over 50 artists from all over Canada. If you've been into Argyle Fine Art in the last year, you will remember Adrienne's work as it often has bold colours, spanning panoramics with a focus on architecture. Why does she paint houses with no windows? You'll have to ask her in person at her solo show at the gallery in May. But for now, enjoy these wonderful new small pieces by Adrienne....we can hardly wait to check the mail!

Pre-Shrunk paintings in the artist's studio

Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek # 7: Mary Jane Lundy

Every year, we are always impressed with the submissions for Pre-Shrunk and are reminded of how important shows like this are for artists to try new things!  It's not as easy to create a small piece as it may seem. Mary Jane Lundy is no stranger to Argyle Fine Art-many of you know her from her whimsical clay fish, birds and fountains .We were over the moon to see what she created for this year's show. It's not at all what you may have expected.

 

This work is called "Lest We Forget" . It is made mostly from clay, with plastic toy solidiers from the 1950's.  The words "Lest We Forget" form the refrain of "Recessional", by Rudyard Kipling. The phrase offers a warning about the perils of hubris and the inevitable decline of imperial power.The phrase later passed into common usage after World War I across the British Commonwealth especially,becoming linked with Remembrance Day observations; it came to be a plea not to forget past sacrifices, and was often found as the only wording on war memorials, or used as an epitaph.

Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek # 6: Chris Lockerbie

We couldn't believe the amount of work involved in this next submission 

This 36 page handmade book is filled with original ink drawings,

intaglio prints, and collage. Amazing. Absolutely amazing. 

You won't ever find this book anywhere else, the edition is 1/1. 

This book (titled 100% more coffee) will be on show at Argyle Fine Art 

starting January 27th. Show opens at 7pm!

 

Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek #5: Audrey Bunt

A SPOT OF TEA!  We love meeting new artists during the Pre-Shrunk Show and introducing them to you.  This is a lovely set of three pre-shrunk works by artist Audrey Bunt, living and painting in P.E.I. She calls them her "teacup portraits". 

She's hoping to have a few more completed by the time of the show. Wouldn't these be lovely for the tea drinker or avid collector of china cups. If you'd like to purchase these for $150 instead of $175....purchase a PRE-SHRUNK VOUCHER TODAY.....

Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek #4: Angela Carlsen

Aaand here we have another excellent submission! This time, from one of our own artists, Angela Carlsen. After her oh so successful exhibition titled Arizona Neon during NOCTURNE, 

Angela continues to explore her photo based works from Route 66.

Don't forget about the Pre-Shrunk vouchers - time is running out, since they'll only be made available until January 15th! Priced at $150, these vouchers not only save you on your cost of purchasing a pre-shrunk painting, but guarantee you a great spot in line. Call 902-425-9456 or email us at gallery@argylefa.com

Pre-Shrunk Vouchers on sale Today and Tomorrow!!!!

Jut a reminder that today and tomorrow are the very last days you can purchase Pre-Shrunk vouchers for our upcoming show!  Give us a call or drop by! 

Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek #3: Kit Clark

We are delighted to once again, showcase the work of Kit Clark at our Pre-Shrunk show opening on Friday, January 27th, 7pm. This work is one of three works she has submitted for the exhibition. Some of you may know Kit Clark from NSCAD University, where she has worked at the library..her other life.

Make sure to pick up your Pre-Shrunk voucher by January 15th!  You save yourself some money and you get to be ahead of the crowd!  We still have some left for just $150!  Call 902-425-9456 or email us at gallery@argylefa.com

Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek #2: Lisa Dickson!

Pre-Shrunk is such a wonderful show, for so many reasons, but from the gallery's perspective it's a great opportunity to meet new artists and inspire people to submit to this great "little" show. Here is one such example of this, by Lisa Dickson.  We met Lisa at an artist workshop we held at the gallery in the fall.

Pre-Shrunk Sneak Peek #1....stay tuned for daily sneaks...

Hey everyone!  Pre-Shrunk is fast approaching and we still have some vouchers for sale at $150!  Get in touch with us at the gallery for more info and to get ahead of the line for wonderful works that all measure 4" x 5"...such as this little gem by emerging artist Jenny Johnson!

New Works by Mary Garoutte

Stop in next week and see the collection for yourselves!

... and stay tuned for her submission in our annual pre-shrunk group show!! 

ART SALE! ART SALE! Spot the dot at Argyle Fine Art!

We're looking rather spotty here at the gallery, and you'll understand why when you pay us a visit before January 17th. Argyle Fine Art is celebrating this fresh new year with a big art sale. Some of our favourite pieces on display have been reduced in price as our gift to you...Why you ask? Because we think everybody deserves to have original artwork hanging in their home.  

Come in, spot the dot, and see how much you'll save!

Hurry Hurry! Our sale ends January 17th.