So 2020 has turned out to be a roller coaster year for the entire world, but as artists, we keep on creating, whether locked in our homes, or venturing out in solitude to the woods. Creative people cannot shut off their inside voices, they need to create, and though some of this pandemic concerns and restrictions are seeping into our daily lives, we render the anxiety of the situation lessened , by heading for our paints, inks, and cameras.
The SOVA artists have an exhibition on in Niagara Falls , from Aug 4th to August 29th, which was previously planned, but dates needed to be adjusted as communities were locked down.
COVID safety restrictions are in play. Hope we get a chance to meet you.
STEVE WILSON OSA,SCA,CFS,SOVA
As well as being busy running a gallery, Steve has been creating artwork for multiple exhibitions. SOVA, also has another exhibition scheduled in November at the Alton Mill Arts Centre in Alton,Ontario.
This wonderful artist does not restrict himself to smaller sizes, and is available for large size commissions.
Recently, Steve was pleased to hear that one of his new pieces , Mystery Marquee, 48 “ by 16”, acrylic on canvas was also juried in to the prestigious Society of Canadian Artists Elected Members Exhibition.
MARGARET PARDY OSA,SSA,CFS,SOVA
SOVA artist Margaret Pardy, was thrilled recently to be notified that both of her new pieces were accepted into the prestigious Society of Canadian Artists Elected Members on line juried show. This exhibition was to take place in Quebec, but was changed to an online exhibit due to Covid 19, and you can view the exhibition on the Society of Canadian Artists website.
Above you see the two artworks of Artist Margaret Pardy, selected for the SCA exhibition. The top one is titled “I Got Your Back”, and below is “Bellissimo”. Amazing Scratchboard Artwork!!
Artist Margaret Pardy works regularly in her studio at the Alton Mill Arts Centre, preparing for upcoming shows. Her absolutely stunning artwork can also be seen in the SOVA show in Niagara Falls, and the upcoming November exhibition in the Falls gallery at the Alton Mill Art Centre. This artist also has done several pet portraits for clients.
HELEN DUPLASSIE NBWS,SOVA
SOVA artist Helen Duplassie is in a covid inspired virtual show at https://www.beauxartsbrampton.org website called “Atypical” from JULY18 to AUGUST 21st.
Helen Duplassie,“Mountain Daisy”
Helen adds, “Mountain Daisy” seemed appropriate at this time as, like the pandemic, the Scottish ploughman in the poem is unable to stop the destruction of the mountain daisy. This has special meaning for me, as my father, a native of Scotland, would often quote this Robbie Burns ode.
This SOVA artist is also in the Niagara Falls exhibit and the November exhibition at the Alton Mill Arts Centre, and has completed several new works.
LYNDEN COWAN OSA,SCA,CFS,SOVA,NOAPS, & Associated member of Artists for Conservation
Artist Lynden Cowan can be found in her Alton Mill Arts Centre most weekends, and is involved in the SOVA Niagara Falls Exhibition and the upcoming SOVA show in the Falls Gallery in November in the Alton Mill Arts Centre.
Above you can see the SOVA artist Lynden Cowan working in her studio at the Alton Mill Arts Centre.
Lynden was pleased to receive congratulations recently for having TWO artworks selected for the Prestigious Artist's for Conservation 13th Annual Exhibition. This year, 200 artworks by 168 artists from 20 countries were chosen for AFC’s 13th annual exhibit, celebrating artistic excellence in the depiction of nature, raising awareness of conservation issues and supporting organizations dedicated to them. 80 artworks by 74 artists have been selected for inclusion in the live exhibit opening this fall. The live exhibit will premier at the Artists for Conservation Festival at VanDusen Botanical Gardens in Vancouver, Canada from October 1-4. Following the opening, most artwork will then tour internationally.
Artists for Conservation is a Canadian based international non-profit. AFC represents 500 artists from 30 countries ,in the nature/wildlife art genre,( juried membership) who are committed to conservation. Many of the world's most recognized names in the field are actively involved, such as Bateman.
The mission is to support wildlife and habitat conservation and environmental education through art that celebrates nature.
Through international art exhibits, collaborative art-science expeditions, annual festival, awards, publications, and leading online initiatives, we engage, inspire and inform the public, and empower passionate professional artists as effective ambassadors for the environment.
The paintings juried in were Rocky Point,P.E.I. and Tobermory.
Main Event: VanDusen Botanical Garden, Vancouver, BC | Oct 1-4, 2020
Preview Exhibit: Maplewood Flats, North Vancouver, BC
Live and Virtual Event!
JANICE YKEMA OSA,CFS,SOVA,B.Des
During this pandemic SOVA Artist Janice Ykema has been working from a temporary studio in Norfolk county or a cottage on Lake Erie. The artist has been practicing on small studies working towards larger goals. :) All are waiting on finishing touches.
This artist is also in the SOVA exhibit in Niagara Falls and will be participating in the November show in the Falls Gallery in the Alton Mill Arts Centre.
ROBERT CHISHOLM SOVA
You have heard the well known saying “Gone Fishing”??SOVA Artist Robert Chisholm, has not gone fishing, but pretty close. He has gone kayaking, subject hunting in his new kayak on the Burnt River in the Kawarthas.
The artist has already started translating his amazing finds into beautiful canvases that you can see in his studio in the Alton Mill Arts Centre.
Robert also has work in the SOVA exhibit in Niagara Falls and is organizing the November SOVA exhibition in the Falls Gallery at the Art Centre.
Hope you have a chance to visit the exhibitions or studio. It’s good to get out and enjoy yourself, but remember that the COVID 19 safety restrictions are in effect.
Back to the easel,
SOVA