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April showers will bring May flowers, but why wait to celebrate? Bev Morgan delivered this exquisite bouquet to us today. A great start to a new month!

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2023-04-02

The power of severe weather is a subject Cindy Lam is delving into with a new series of paintings. “I’ve been exploring themes of mending and repair as it pertains to the altering of our landscapes due to climate change.” How timely.

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2022-10-01

You’re invited to the Exhibit & Sale Sept 10-11! Taking place during the studio tour with proceeds going to ArtHeart. Paintings by 30 artists including Joan McGivney who gives us a preview of fall colours. 11am-5pm. See you there!

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2022-08-31

They’re almost gone for another season but weren’t this summer’s peonies stunning? Joan McGivney keeps them blooming in this lovely painting. Until next year!

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2022-06-28

There are so many stories waiting to unfold in ‘Laneway Trailer’ by Karin McLean. The anticipation of an early morning start to a summer road trip. The adventures along the way. The memories made.

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2022-06-17

It’s a sizzler of a day, so let’s cool off with a trip to the Doris McCarthy Trail! Thanks to Farzaneh Alihosseini for sharing this special spot on the city’s waterfront.

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2022-05-31

Tulips are popping up in the city’s flower markets & in this painting by Michelle Nichols. “With my paintbrush, I aim to recreate a lot of these urban landscapes & render the simple but wildly beautiful treasures that bloom in these nature spaces.”

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2022-04-12

A ‘Fresh Start’ is just what we need with all the turmoil in the world. So, we thank Maddy Greenwald for this vivid and inspiring painting!

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2022-03-11

On this wet and dreary day, we’re all looking for some light. Thanks to Adele Steinberg for providing some in this vivid winter scene!

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2022-03-08

“After the storm, there is always a new day. My wish is everyone remain hopeful and positive.” These words accompany Cindy Lam’s painting ‘New Beginnings’. They are also timely as we hope for peace in Ukraine and safety for its people.

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2022-03-01

Since the pandemic began, home has been a refuge for Karin McLean as portrayed in ‘Waiting’. “I found comfort being safely burrowed in my house. But there also was a sense of longing, that time stood still until I could be reunited with everyone again.”

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2022-02-18

The news about the rapid spread of Omicron is unsettling, especially so close to the holidays. ‘Unwavering’ by Cindy Lam captures the resilience we’ll need for the challenging weeks ahead.

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2021-12-14

We end the week by welcoming a new artist to Cindy Lam has found herself drawn to landscape paintings during the pandemic. ‘Changing Winds’ is one of those paintings. “Art has helped ground me, given me time to appreciate all the people in my life.”

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2021-11-20

Our furry friends have provided great comfort throughout COVID and, for Wencke Gutierrez, inspiration to paint.“During the pandemic it’s been a joy to see so many dogs running around the park. I couldn’t resist painting Monty, our new pup.” Good boy!

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2021-10-16

with a fan bush on - looking forward to the week-end - been busy on all fronts. /temperature rollercaster but feels like its going to rain ca.........
Have a good weekend!

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2021-07-02

Our courtyard is small, so all the are supposed to be useful - for cooking, medicinal and pollinators - here are a few of the medicinals that have been or are in flower so far

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2021-06-25

A record 190,000 people were vaccinated in Ontario yesterday. Thanks to the health care workers who made it possible! We can’t send everyone a bouquet but we can share this beautiful floral by Adele Steinberg.

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2021-05-23

NOTRE DAME ART: At 7 p.m. tonight, tune in to see NDP student-artists and the other 2021 Southeastern Michigan Region Scholastic Art Award winners (and their teachers) in a virtual celebration at https://t.co/AOJWHTguCE.

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2021-03-10

Our first featured artist of the week is Caitlin! She is a junior this year in Art 3 and plans to go all the way to AP!🤩🙌

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2021-03-03