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Past Exhibitions
Forest City Fusion Art Exhibition
September 24 - October 12
Curated by Simple Reflections for Artists, the Forest City Fusion Art Exhibit features 20 London-based artists of 11 different countries of origin of all different mediums and styles. Digital, acrylic, sculptural, watercolour and mixed media pieces will be exhibited with diverse themes such as landscapes, female forms, geometric shapes, light and cityscapes.
This exhibition will be running from September 24th until October 12th, and will be featuring an opening reception on Thursday, September 26th from 6PM until 9PM.
Featured artists: Amsa Yaro, Adora, Brad Spencer, Catherine Eichstedt, Dario Novoa, Daniel Sanchez,
Edgar Castro, Edward DeMarsh, G. Harley Salamanca, Ilona Burghardt, Karoline Feagan, Katharina Bilka,
Kris Popiolek, Larissa Medeiros, Luiza Kaminska, Michelle Ellis, Selma Popovic, Diego Trujillo, Yana Litus, Diego Tamayo.
Curated by Simple Reflections for Artists, the Forest City Fusion Art Exhibit features 20 London-based artists of 11 different countries of origin of all different mediums and styles. Digital, acrylic, sculptural, watercolour and mixed media pieces will be exhibited with diverse themes such as landscapes, female forms, geometric shapes, light and cityscapes.
This exhibition will be running from September 24th until October 12th, and will be featuring an opening reception on Thursday, September 26th from 6PM until 9PM.
Featured artists: Amsa Yaro, Adora, Brad Spencer, Catherine Eichstedt, Dario Novoa, Daniel Sanchez,
Edgar Castro, Edward DeMarsh, G. Harley Salamanca, Ilona Burghardt, Karoline Feagan, Katharina Bilka,
Kris Popiolek, Larissa Medeiros, Luiza Kaminska, Michelle Ellis, Selma Popovic, Diego Trujillo, Yana Litus, Diego Tamayo.
SOOT: Ian Indiano
July 20 - September 28
A solo exhibition by resident artist Ian Indiano, taking place in LAB 203.
TAP is excited to present ‘SOOT’, an exhibition by resident artist Ian Indiano. "Soot” (in Portuguese “Fuligem”) is an installation that delves into the multifaceted nature of carbon as a conceptual starting point, both as a physical element and a metaphor. Through predominantly black and white pieces, Ian Indiano will explore themes of decay, transformation, and the elemental nature of carbon. The artworks, primarily created through photo collages translated into charcoal or graphite drawings, utilize both found images and Indiano's own photography. This installation not only plays with the physical properties of carbon, but also invites viewers to contemplate its broader symbolic meanings.
A solo exhibition by resident artist Ian Indiano, taking place in LAB 203.
TAP is excited to present ‘SOOT’, an exhibition by resident artist Ian Indiano. "Soot” (in Portuguese “Fuligem”) is an installation that delves into the multifaceted nature of carbon as a conceptual starting point, both as a physical element and a metaphor. Through predominantly black and white pieces, Ian Indiano will explore themes of decay, transformation, and the elemental nature of carbon. The artworks, primarily created through photo collages translated into charcoal or graphite drawings, utilize both found images and Indiano's own photography. This installation not only plays with the physical properties of carbon, but also invites viewers to contemplate its broader symbolic meanings.
Excavations: Lyle Goorvich
September 10 - September 21, 2024
‘Excavation’ is the result of Lyle’s desire to unearth and express ideas, impressions and emotions buried under the accumulated experiences and constant stimuli of everyday life. Through his work, he aims to distill information into visual metaphors that invite the viewers into his mindset. These metaphors may relate to personal, social, political, historical, or whimsical experiences or ideations, and are as varied as the human experience is. Through various mediums and techniques, Goorvich aims to share a part of himself with the viewers, and return to his artistic individuality.
Lyle received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from York University and while he has not exhibited in recent years, he always remained active and interested in the arts. Now retired, Lyle has been liberated to pursue his creative impulses without distraction. This exhibition is a result of this freedom to pursue creativity.
This exhibition ran from September 10th to September 21st, 2024 and the opening reception was held on Friday, September 13th from 6:00PM - 9:00PM.
‘Excavation’ is the result of Lyle’s desire to unearth and express ideas, impressions and emotions buried under the accumulated experiences and constant stimuli of everyday life. Through his work, he aims to distill information into visual metaphors that invite the viewers into his mindset. These metaphors may relate to personal, social, political, historical, or whimsical experiences or ideations, and are as varied as the human experience is. Through various mediums and techniques, Goorvich aims to share a part of himself with the viewers, and return to his artistic individuality.
Lyle received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from York University and while he has not exhibited in recent years, he always remained active and interested in the arts. Now retired, Lyle has been liberated to pursue his creative impulses without distraction. This exhibition is a result of this freedom to pursue creativity.
This exhibition ran from September 10th to September 21st, 2024 and the opening reception was held on Friday, September 13th from 6:00PM - 9:00PM.
TOMPE @ 10
August 21 - September 7
In celebration of Print London’s tenth anniversary, six past winners of TOMPE have each been invited to exhibit a small body of work that represents their printmaking practice. These works include intaglio, silkscreen, mokuhanga, relief, letterpress, lithography, and mixed media processes.
TOMPE@10 EXHIBITING ARTISTS:
Karen Fletcher
Timothy Laurin
Eric Mummery
Kurt Pammer
Brianna Tosswill
Ann Unger
A full-colour exhibition catalogue will be published to commemorate these exhibitions and will be distributed to all participating artists, as well as printmaking collectives and art institutions across Canada. The opening reception will take place on August 24th from 5:00PM - 7:00PM. This exhibit will also feature a virtual closing reception, and registration will be announced soon.The exhibitions have been generously sponsored by TAP Centre for Creativity, MUSEUM LONDON, Woodstock Art Gallery, The City of London and the London Arts Council through a Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) grant.
In celebration of Print London’s tenth anniversary, six past winners of TOMPE have each been invited to exhibit a small body of work that represents their printmaking practice. These works include intaglio, silkscreen, mokuhanga, relief, letterpress, lithography, and mixed media processes.
TOMPE@10 EXHIBITING ARTISTS:
Karen Fletcher
Timothy Laurin
Eric Mummery
Kurt Pammer
Brianna Tosswill
Ann Unger
A full-colour exhibition catalogue will be published to commemorate these exhibitions and will be distributed to all participating artists, as well as printmaking collectives and art institutions across Canada. The opening reception will take place on August 24th from 5:00PM - 7:00PM. This exhibit will also feature a virtual closing reception, and registration will be announced soon.The exhibitions have been generously sponsored by TAP Centre for Creativity, MUSEUM LONDON, Woodstock Art Gallery, The City of London and the London Arts Council through a Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) grant.
TOMPE 2024
August 21 - September 7
Canadian-based professional artists were invited to submit miniature prints for exhibition; after a challenging jurying process, 251 works by 91 artists were selected for the final exhibition, as well as First, Second, and Third prize winners and two Honourable Mentions. These prize winners will be announced at the Opening Reception on August 24 from 5PM - 7PM. This exhibit will also feature a virtual closing reception, and registration will be announced soon.
TOMPE2024 EXHIBITING ARTISTS:
Anne Abbass, Siobhán Arnott, Robin Lupita Bain, Luigina Baratto, Derek Berry, Pauline Bradshaw, Peter Braune, Sylvia Bretzloff, David Brown, Mackenzie Browning, Ginny Carnevale, Barb Carr, Susan M. W. Cartwright, Samantha Charette, Carlina Chen, Sandie Collins, Claudine Crangle, Susan Cunningham, Lillianne Daigle, Alain Desgagné, Sophie Desjardins, Janine Duns, Drew Ellwood, Alysa-Beth Engel, Sandi Falconer, Kym Fenlon-Spazuk, Laurence Finet, Amber Forno, Elizabeth Forrest, Brenda Fuhrman, Bev Funnell, Silvie Girard, Jamie-Lee Girodat, Melanie Goguen, Abby Gowland, Colette Gréco-Riddle, Tyler Grieve, Jen Hamilton, Deidre Hierlihy, Jane Holbrook, Villia Jefremovas, SiHyun Vision Kim, McCall Kindt, Denise Lachance, Doris Lamontagne, Stephany Lay, Esther Leelavathy, Patti Lefebvre, Wen Li, Paule Mainguy, Carol Mannas, Gosia Martyniak, Lisa Matthias, Julie McIntyre, Vanessa McKiel, Lauren McKinley Renzetti, Alex Montes, Lisa Neighbour, Donna Nichol, Mary O’Brien, Kurt Pammer, Wendy Parlow, Zane Pate, Susan Perry, Nicole Pettigrew, Laura Peturson, Carrie Phillips Kieser, Walter Procska, Aashna Pujara, Martha Jane Ritchie, Benjamin Robinson, Agustin Rolando Rojas, Madeleine Rousseau, Irina Schestakowich, Reuben Scott, Kathryn Shaw, Patricia Slighte, Dan Starling, Jeff Stellick, St. Marie Φ Walker, Svetlana Swinimer, Cindi Talbot, Ana Teodorescu, Jacqueline Tourigny, Ann Unger, Joyce Westrop, Catherine Wild, Doug Williams, Ele Willoughby, Sylvia Wong, Katherine Zarull.
ABOUT PRINT LONDONPRINT LONDON is a collective of professional London-based visual artists whose practices embrace traditional and contemporary print media and the multiple. Print London aims to stimulate printmaking in the region through promoting the discussion, production, dissemination and exhibition of print media and working towards establishing a print center in London.For further information, please visit www.printlondon.ca
Canadian-based professional artists were invited to submit miniature prints for exhibition; after a challenging jurying process, 251 works by 91 artists were selected for the final exhibition, as well as First, Second, and Third prize winners and two Honourable Mentions. These prize winners will be announced at the Opening Reception on August 24 from 5PM - 7PM. This exhibit will also feature a virtual closing reception, and registration will be announced soon.
TOMPE2024 EXHIBITING ARTISTS:
Anne Abbass, Siobhán Arnott, Robin Lupita Bain, Luigina Baratto, Derek Berry, Pauline Bradshaw, Peter Braune, Sylvia Bretzloff, David Brown, Mackenzie Browning, Ginny Carnevale, Barb Carr, Susan M. W. Cartwright, Samantha Charette, Carlina Chen, Sandie Collins, Claudine Crangle, Susan Cunningham, Lillianne Daigle, Alain Desgagné, Sophie Desjardins, Janine Duns, Drew Ellwood, Alysa-Beth Engel, Sandi Falconer, Kym Fenlon-Spazuk, Laurence Finet, Amber Forno, Elizabeth Forrest, Brenda Fuhrman, Bev Funnell, Silvie Girard, Jamie-Lee Girodat, Melanie Goguen, Abby Gowland, Colette Gréco-Riddle, Tyler Grieve, Jen Hamilton, Deidre Hierlihy, Jane Holbrook, Villia Jefremovas, SiHyun Vision Kim, McCall Kindt, Denise Lachance, Doris Lamontagne, Stephany Lay, Esther Leelavathy, Patti Lefebvre, Wen Li, Paule Mainguy, Carol Mannas, Gosia Martyniak, Lisa Matthias, Julie McIntyre, Vanessa McKiel, Lauren McKinley Renzetti, Alex Montes, Lisa Neighbour, Donna Nichol, Mary O’Brien, Kurt Pammer, Wendy Parlow, Zane Pate, Susan Perry, Nicole Pettigrew, Laura Peturson, Carrie Phillips Kieser, Walter Procska, Aashna Pujara, Martha Jane Ritchie, Benjamin Robinson, Agustin Rolando Rojas, Madeleine Rousseau, Irina Schestakowich, Reuben Scott, Kathryn Shaw, Patricia Slighte, Dan Starling, Jeff Stellick, St. Marie Φ Walker, Svetlana Swinimer, Cindi Talbot, Ana Teodorescu, Jacqueline Tourigny, Ann Unger, Joyce Westrop, Catherine Wild, Doug Williams, Ele Willoughby, Sylvia Wong, Katherine Zarull.
ABOUT PRINT LONDONPRINT LONDON is a collective of professional London-based visual artists whose practices embrace traditional and contemporary print media and the multiple. Print London aims to stimulate printmaking in the region through promoting the discussion, production, dissemination and exhibition of print media and working towards establishing a print center in London.For further information, please visit www.printlondon.ca
M.M.Y. Art
August 6 - August 17
Join us for an art exhibition featuring the works of Michele Smeulders, Miriam Traher, and Yvonne Nangle at TAP Centre for Creativity, located at 203 Dundas St., London, Ontario. "MMY Art Michele, Miriam, Yvonne". "MMY Art" is a collective celebration of creativity, and contemporary art explorations, brought to life through the different styles of three talented artists. Each artist brings a unique perspective to the exhibition, offering viewers a diverse and enriching experience.
Admission is free and the exhibition will be open from August 6 to 17, 2024, during the hours of the gallery, with an evening reception on Thursday, August 8, from 6 pm to 9 pm. This gathering will provide an opportunity to meet the artists, indulge in stimulating conversations, and immerse yourself in an array of captivating artworks.
Michele Smeulders invites you to view the world through her "spectacularly goofy glasses." Her imaginative paintings and playful collages simplify our complex world, offering viewers a joyous escape and a fresh perspective. With an emphasis on accentuating the positive and resisting the usual, Michele's work brings a joyful exuberance to the gallery space, inviting you to borrow her heart-shaped, rose-coloured glasses for a moment of pure delight.
Miriam Traher's mixed media abstracts are a bold and distinctive expression of her artistic vision. Her textured and layered contemporary work is spontaneous, guided by experimentation, intuitively responding to each previous mark. Her art has a sense of play and wonder and her “why not? let’s see…” approach to creating unplanned surprises of colour combinations and marks, bringing a bold spark to people’s homes.
Yvonne Nangle brings her singular vision to the exhibition with a collection of vibrant, free-flowing abstract florals. Her work, characterized by uplifting colours and spontaneous doodles, seeks to deliver a 'jolt of joy' to its viewers. Yvonne’s creations provide a striking and beautiful decoration for any home, statement art that evokes happiness and positive emotions.
Supporting the Community: In addition to showcasing incredible art, "MMY Art" is dedicated to giving back to the community. 20% of art sales from this exhibition will be donated to The London Food Bank
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the converging worlds of Michele, Miriam, and Yvonne. We look forward to welcoming you to “MMY Art – Miriam, Michele, Yvonne,” at TAP Centre for Creativity Mark your calendars and prepare to be inspired!
Join us for an art exhibition featuring the works of Michele Smeulders, Miriam Traher, and Yvonne Nangle at TAP Centre for Creativity, located at 203 Dundas St., London, Ontario. "MMY Art Michele, Miriam, Yvonne". "MMY Art" is a collective celebration of creativity, and contemporary art explorations, brought to life through the different styles of three talented artists. Each artist brings a unique perspective to the exhibition, offering viewers a diverse and enriching experience.
Admission is free and the exhibition will be open from August 6 to 17, 2024, during the hours of the gallery, with an evening reception on Thursday, August 8, from 6 pm to 9 pm. This gathering will provide an opportunity to meet the artists, indulge in stimulating conversations, and immerse yourself in an array of captivating artworks.
Michele Smeulders invites you to view the world through her "spectacularly goofy glasses." Her imaginative paintings and playful collages simplify our complex world, offering viewers a joyous escape and a fresh perspective. With an emphasis on accentuating the positive and resisting the usual, Michele's work brings a joyful exuberance to the gallery space, inviting you to borrow her heart-shaped, rose-coloured glasses for a moment of pure delight.
Miriam Traher's mixed media abstracts are a bold and distinctive expression of her artistic vision. Her textured and layered contemporary work is spontaneous, guided by experimentation, intuitively responding to each previous mark. Her art has a sense of play and wonder and her “why not? let’s see…” approach to creating unplanned surprises of colour combinations and marks, bringing a bold spark to people’s homes.
Yvonne Nangle brings her singular vision to the exhibition with a collection of vibrant, free-flowing abstract florals. Her work, characterized by uplifting colours and spontaneous doodles, seeks to deliver a 'jolt of joy' to its viewers. Yvonne’s creations provide a striking and beautiful decoration for any home, statement art that evokes happiness and positive emotions.
Supporting the Community: In addition to showcasing incredible art, "MMY Art" is dedicated to giving back to the community. 20% of art sales from this exhibition will be donated to The London Food Bank
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the converging worlds of Michele, Miriam, and Yvonne. We look forward to welcoming you to “MMY Art – Miriam, Michele, Yvonne,” at TAP Centre for Creativity Mark your calendars and prepare to be inspired!
Sea Change: A retrospective exhibition commemorating the artistic legacy of Agneta Dolman.
July 23 - August 3
On Thursday, July 25 from 6-8PM EXCAVO is pleased to open Agneta Dolman's 'SEA CHANGE' at TAP Centre for Creativity. Curated by Moira McKee, this exhibition celebrates the life of Swedish-born artist Agneta Dolman (1944-2024). Born in Stockholm and a graduate in Language and Linguistics from Stockholm University, Agneta immigrated to Canada, studying under Arthur Lismer at the Montreal Museum of Fine Art's School of Art & Design, where she met fellow artist and future husband, Doug. In London, Agneta graduated from Althouse College, she and Doug pursuing their individual artistic practices while actively supporting the London arts community.
Passionately believing drawing to be the foundation of all art making, Agneta began organizing life drawing sessions with friends in the 1990's throughout London and was a founding member of Life Drawing at TAP Centre for Creativity. As with her life drawing, Agneta’s organic sculptures and vessels, hand formed in porcelain, could most adequately be defined as renderings of the circumstances of their own creation, alluding to the medium's symbolic past as a narrative object that visually told a story.
Throughout her practice as a painter, Agneta developed a metaphysical aesthetic language, creating a visionary world explored through her imagination. A renderer of transitions, Agneta's recollections of the past converge with process to shape real and imagined landscapes, tethering a primal connection with nature to our collective vulnerabilities.
Agneta has exhibited across Canada and internationally, featured in McIntosh Gallery's A Driving Force: Women of the London, Ontario Art Community 1867-2017, represented by Westland Gallery (London, ON), and Ridelius Galleri (Visby, Gotland).
100% of proceeds from works sold will be donated from the Dolman Estate to TAP Centre for Creativity to support future programming, connections, and opportunities to artists and creators living and working in London.
On Thursday, July 25 from 6-8PM EXCAVO is pleased to open Agneta Dolman's 'SEA CHANGE' at TAP Centre for Creativity. Curated by Moira McKee, this exhibition celebrates the life of Swedish-born artist Agneta Dolman (1944-2024). Born in Stockholm and a graduate in Language and Linguistics from Stockholm University, Agneta immigrated to Canada, studying under Arthur Lismer at the Montreal Museum of Fine Art's School of Art & Design, where she met fellow artist and future husband, Doug. In London, Agneta graduated from Althouse College, she and Doug pursuing their individual artistic practices while actively supporting the London arts community.
Passionately believing drawing to be the foundation of all art making, Agneta began organizing life drawing sessions with friends in the 1990's throughout London and was a founding member of Life Drawing at TAP Centre for Creativity. As with her life drawing, Agneta’s organic sculptures and vessels, hand formed in porcelain, could most adequately be defined as renderings of the circumstances of their own creation, alluding to the medium's symbolic past as a narrative object that visually told a story.
Throughout her practice as a painter, Agneta developed a metaphysical aesthetic language, creating a visionary world explored through her imagination. A renderer of transitions, Agneta's recollections of the past converge with process to shape real and imagined landscapes, tethering a primal connection with nature to our collective vulnerabilities.
Agneta has exhibited across Canada and internationally, featured in McIntosh Gallery's A Driving Force: Women of the London, Ontario Art Community 1867-2017, represented by Westland Gallery (London, ON), and Ridelius Galleri (Visby, Gotland).
100% of proceeds from works sold will be donated from the Dolman Estate to TAP Centre for Creativity to support future programming, connections, and opportunities to artists and creators living and working in London.
The 33rd Annual Pride Art Show
July 9th - July 20th
33rd Annual Pride London Festival Art Show Celebrates Diversity and Creativity Pride London Festival proudly presents the 33rd Annual Pride London Festival Art Show, a vibrant celebration of artistic expression within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and beyond. This esteemed exhibition, which marks one of North America's longest- running Pride art shows, will be on display from July 9 – 20 at TAP Centre for Creativity. The exhibition will feature a stunning array of artwork from 45 artists, showcasing pieces
in diverse mediums such as drawing, photography, digital art, painting, textiles, printmaking, collage, and sculpture. Artists submitted their work in one of three categories: Student/Novice, Emerging, and Professional, reflecting the dynamic talent
within the community. The Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, July 11 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. This event promises to be a highlight of the festival, offering attendees the opportunity to engage with the artists, enjoy refreshments, and immerse themselves in an evening of artistic excellence and community celebration. All are welcome!
33rd Annual Pride London Festival Art Show Celebrates Diversity and Creativity Pride London Festival proudly presents the 33rd Annual Pride London Festival Art Show, a vibrant celebration of artistic expression within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and beyond. This esteemed exhibition, which marks one of North America's longest- running Pride art shows, will be on display from July 9 – 20 at TAP Centre for Creativity. The exhibition will feature a stunning array of artwork from 45 artists, showcasing pieces
in diverse mediums such as drawing, photography, digital art, painting, textiles, printmaking, collage, and sculpture. Artists submitted their work in one of three categories: Student/Novice, Emerging, and Professional, reflecting the dynamic talent
within the community. The Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, July 11 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. This event promises to be a highlight of the festival, offering attendees the opportunity to engage with the artists, enjoy refreshments, and immerse themselves in an evening of artistic excellence and community celebration. All are welcome!
The Ebb and Flow of Process: Ashley Sandham Solo Exhibition.
June 11th - July 6th
Through her oil paintings, Ashley conveys a sense of what it is like to work through different states of gender dysphoria. Her figures use heavily gendered colours hinting at various states of identity questioning and experience. Dysphoria itself ebbs and flows like a tide and the horizontal lines in the background of her work lend themselves to this concept, creating a moody atmosphere representing how dysphoria’s intensity can fluctuate and change but never really goes away. Each painting interconnects narratively to explore questioning, states of dysphoria, and the evolution of both personal and societal understanding of gender identity.
These pieces are mirror-like, a self representation of what Ashley’s relationship with gender has been. The figures are spiritual avatars and while they may be a self representation, her decision to keep them figurative allows the audience to step into her shoes as well as explore their own relationship with identity and gender.
Understanding the importance of continuing to challenge herself and learn from her peers, Ashley immersed herself in the drawing opportunities at TAP for subject exploration, work development, and drawing practice. Processing these works on paper and then taking those studies to a larger canvas has been a way for her to evaluate ideas of the self and how others view us. Ashley also engaged in other presentations and programs at TAP, whether it was viewing a 16 mm film series, joining in a networking event, or attending an exhibit reception; she took these valuable opportunities to be inspired and motivated by the artists and art forms around her. Finding connection and community provided support for artistic growth and creative development.
The exhibition will take place June 11th and will run until July 6th. The artist invites you to the opening reception, which will be taking place on June 13th, from 6PM until 8PM.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Ashley has been a resident of London, Ontario since 2011. Before that point, she had lived in the smaller municipality known as Tillsonburg. As a queer youth, this was not an easy endeavor by any means. In April 2022 she graduated from the Fine Art Advanced Diploma program at Fanshawe College. In August 2023 she began the emerging artist studio residency at
TAP Centre for Creativity.
Through her oil paintings, Ashley conveys a sense of what it is like to work through different states of gender dysphoria. Her figures use heavily gendered colours hinting at various states of identity questioning and experience. Dysphoria itself ebbs and flows like a tide and the horizontal lines in the background of her work lend themselves to this concept, creating a moody atmosphere representing how dysphoria’s intensity can fluctuate and change but never really goes away. Each painting interconnects narratively to explore questioning, states of dysphoria, and the evolution of both personal and societal understanding of gender identity.
These pieces are mirror-like, a self representation of what Ashley’s relationship with gender has been. The figures are spiritual avatars and while they may be a self representation, her decision to keep them figurative allows the audience to step into her shoes as well as explore their own relationship with identity and gender.
Understanding the importance of continuing to challenge herself and learn from her peers, Ashley immersed herself in the drawing opportunities at TAP for subject exploration, work development, and drawing practice. Processing these works on paper and then taking those studies to a larger canvas has been a way for her to evaluate ideas of the self and how others view us. Ashley also engaged in other presentations and programs at TAP, whether it was viewing a 16 mm film series, joining in a networking event, or attending an exhibit reception; she took these valuable opportunities to be inspired and motivated by the artists and art forms around her. Finding connection and community provided support for artistic growth and creative development.
The exhibition will take place June 11th and will run until July 6th. The artist invites you to the opening reception, which will be taking place on June 13th, from 6PM until 8PM.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Ashley has been a resident of London, Ontario since 2011. Before that point, she had lived in the smaller municipality known as Tillsonburg. As a queer youth, this was not an easy endeavor by any means. In April 2022 she graduated from the Fine Art Advanced Diploma program at Fanshawe College. In August 2023 she began the emerging artist studio residency at
TAP Centre for Creativity.
Doodles: Margeaux Collyer Solo Exhibition.
May 28th - June 8th
Margeaux is a goofy gal who loves to doodle.
This exhibition will run May 28th until June 8th. The closing reception will take place on June 7th, from 6PM - 9PM.
Margeaux is a goofy gal who loves to doodle.
This exhibition will run May 28th until June 8th. The closing reception will take place on June 7th, from 6PM - 9PM.
Fullness of Time: Paintings by Nick and Asha Hall.
May 14th - May 25th
Daughter, Asha Hall, and father, Nick Hall, create work regarding themes of the passing of time and mortality with different lenses; from Asha’s perspective, the thought of growing up brings fear and reminiscence for simpler days. The younger artist leans on photographic archives taken by Jagoda, her mother. These images contain uneven compositions with entirely unintentional cropping and lighting - something that Asha leans into when recreating these images to provoke nostalgia. Nick, on the other hand, uses his body of work to come to terms with his mortality and in turn find beauty in it. Through observing decaying flowers, Nick finds tenderness in the wilting and rotting, an element that he uses as a metaphor for his own aging, as well as the rapid change of the world around him. Both bodies of work can be seen in conversation; Asha’s end expresses her fear of the unexpected and longs for what has been, her father visually responds, echoing
comforting reassurance about the future.
This exhibition will run from May 14th until May 25th, and the opening reception will be taking place on May 16, from 6PM - 9PM.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Nick has been actively painting for many years and was offered a solo show in London Ontario at the age of 21. In terms of subject matter and perspective, his approach is based largely on simply paying attention to what he pays attention to. The process of painting then becomes an exploration into what it is that the subject is trying to say. Portraits are always compelling, however as of late abandoned architectural forms are his passion. Design plays a strong role in his work, as does color, light and a feeling of solitude. Influences of note include Lucian Freud, Christopher Pratt, Gottfried Helnwein, David Hockney, Andrew Wyeth, Edward Hopper, Jenny Saville. While reasonably proficient in watercolors, casein and acrylics, the medium of choice is oil on panel. After a life-long career of writing and designing award-winning work for commercial means, it is vitally important that his paintings be accountable to no one else but the artist himself.
Asha Hall is an emerging artist based in Toronto whose work delves into nostalgia, grief, parental attachment, the acceptance of mortality, and the loss of childhood. After recently completing her Bachelors of Fine Art at one of Canada’s leading art and design schools, Hall hopes to continue building her visual language and create work that is meaningful to her. Through large scale oil paintings, Hall continues to work through her emotions surrounding maturing, and aims to create work that can be relatable to those of all ages; whether it is a parent reminiscing on their own children or a young adult such as herself taking a moment to transport themselves back in time. Surrendering fully to the photograph, she enjoys the erratic compositions that arise from such images. In the future, Hall will continue to develop similar themes through various means of expression.
Daughter, Asha Hall, and father, Nick Hall, create work regarding themes of the passing of time and mortality with different lenses; from Asha’s perspective, the thought of growing up brings fear and reminiscence for simpler days. The younger artist leans on photographic archives taken by Jagoda, her mother. These images contain uneven compositions with entirely unintentional cropping and lighting - something that Asha leans into when recreating these images to provoke nostalgia. Nick, on the other hand, uses his body of work to come to terms with his mortality and in turn find beauty in it. Through observing decaying flowers, Nick finds tenderness in the wilting and rotting, an element that he uses as a metaphor for his own aging, as well as the rapid change of the world around him. Both bodies of work can be seen in conversation; Asha’s end expresses her fear of the unexpected and longs for what has been, her father visually responds, echoing
comforting reassurance about the future.
This exhibition will run from May 14th until May 25th, and the opening reception will be taking place on May 16, from 6PM - 9PM.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Nick has been actively painting for many years and was offered a solo show in London Ontario at the age of 21. In terms of subject matter and perspective, his approach is based largely on simply paying attention to what he pays attention to. The process of painting then becomes an exploration into what it is that the subject is trying to say. Portraits are always compelling, however as of late abandoned architectural forms are his passion. Design plays a strong role in his work, as does color, light and a feeling of solitude. Influences of note include Lucian Freud, Christopher Pratt, Gottfried Helnwein, David Hockney, Andrew Wyeth, Edward Hopper, Jenny Saville. While reasonably proficient in watercolors, casein and acrylics, the medium of choice is oil on panel. After a life-long career of writing and designing award-winning work for commercial means, it is vitally important that his paintings be accountable to no one else but the artist himself.
Asha Hall is an emerging artist based in Toronto whose work delves into nostalgia, grief, parental attachment, the acceptance of mortality, and the loss of childhood. After recently completing her Bachelors of Fine Art at one of Canada’s leading art and design schools, Hall hopes to continue building her visual language and create work that is meaningful to her. Through large scale oil paintings, Hall continues to work through her emotions surrounding maturing, and aims to create work that can be relatable to those of all ages; whether it is a parent reminiscing on their own children or a young adult such as herself taking a moment to transport themselves back in time. Surrendering fully to the photograph, she enjoys the erratic compositions that arise from such images. In the future, Hall will continue to develop similar themes through various means of expression.
Tingfest 2024
April 16th - May 11th
Named after Merle “Ting” Tingley, London Free Press’ editorial cartoonist from 1948 to 1986, Tingfest is an annual celebration curated by TAP Centre for Creativity that showcases the work of past, present and future comic and graphic artists from Southwestern Ontario.
While this festival is an homage to Ting’s work and influence on generations of artists, Tingfest is a rare forum for emerging and established artists to present their work to the public through a gallery show that is complemented with free events and programs.
This year, the exhibiting artists that will be featured are František Bidlo, Chris Elliott, soft flirt, Dax Gordine, Kevin Hearn, Matt James, Ivan Kocmarek, Owen MacKinder, Julian Miholics, Lido Pimienta, Merle 'Ting' Tingley, Alyssa Waterbury. You can find more information about the artists and programs HERE.
The opening reception for this festival will take place on Saturday, April 20th. Stay tuned to our website and social media for more information about programs and events.
Named after Merle “Ting” Tingley, London Free Press’ editorial cartoonist from 1948 to 1986, Tingfest is an annual celebration curated by TAP Centre for Creativity that showcases the work of past, present and future comic and graphic artists from Southwestern Ontario.
While this festival is an homage to Ting’s work and influence on generations of artists, Tingfest is a rare forum for emerging and established artists to present their work to the public through a gallery show that is complemented with free events and programs.
This year, the exhibiting artists that will be featured are František Bidlo, Chris Elliott, soft flirt, Dax Gordine, Kevin Hearn, Matt James, Ivan Kocmarek, Owen MacKinder, Julian Miholics, Lido Pimienta, Merle 'Ting' Tingley, Alyssa Waterbury. You can find more information about the artists and programs HERE.
The opening reception for this festival will take place on Saturday, April 20th. Stay tuned to our website and social media for more information about programs and events.
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