Welcome to Spirit of the Hills

Welcome to the world of Abstract Expressionism.

Join instructor Steve Rose as he leads you through the remarkable work of Richard Diebenkorn. Steve will then encourage you to use your new-found knowledge to create a work of art uniquely your own.

Richard Diebenkorn (1922-1993) was an American painter who created an extensive series of geometric, lyrical abstract paintings known as the Ocean Park paintings.

Steve Rose, MFA, is known for his Abstract and Multi-Media art. A graduate of the Ontario College of Art, Steve has taught at various art centres, public galleries and private studio groups.

• Participation is limited. Registration is on a first-come basis. Deadline is April 15, 2025.
• To register, contact Ken Morden president@spiritofthehills.org with the following information:
  • Name, phone number, email address.
• Cost: SOTH member $65, non-member $75. E-transfer the course fee to treasurer@spiritofthehills.org
• A materials list will be provided once you have registered and paid the fee.

Diebenkorn, Girl with Plant (1960),
The Phillips Collection

Enjoy coffee, tea and tasty snacks while we welcome spring by making personalized plant markers for herbs, flowers or veggies n the garden, on the patio, or on the windowsill

Everything is included.

$55 per person

Sign up at https://www.signelangford.com/events/crafternoon-tea-make-garden-markers 

When & Where?
Saturday, April 5th
1:00pm -3:00pm
Warkworth Public Library
40 Main Street

You said you wanted more opportunities to network and engage with one another – in real life! We have two venues lined up, with the intention of reaching as many visual artists as possible. You are welcome attend one, or both. These first meetings are meant to be casual and fun. Each artist will have an opportunity to share a bit about themselves, and then we can ask questions, talk about SOTH and how we can support you, or brainstorm ideas for future gatherings. 

Please RVSP by emailing phylissbh@gmail.com 

We’ll use Canadian-raised, native species sees to make pretty seed bomb hearts. Perfect for Mother’s Day or for a little guerrilla gardening (shhh!).

Everything is included.

$55 per person

Sign up at https://www.signelangford.com/events/crafternoon-tea-1

Change and Challenge: Migration
A Tactile Art Exhibit by Lynda Todd

The John M. Parrott Art Gallery proudly presents Change and Challenge: Migration, a compelling solo exhibit by award-winning mixed-media artist Lynda Todd. The exhibit will run from March 1 to April 2, 2025, with the Opening Reception on Saturday, March 1, 1 – 4 p.m., 2025.

About Maddi:

I was compelled to create for as long as I can remember. Over the years that drive has taken different forms and I have utilized a variety of mediums to create series of works – sculpture, printmaking, fibre, acrylic, watercolour, digital, poetry – I choose a medium suited to the series I’d like to make and then enjoy learning, experimenting, bending rules of working with the selected materials.

Most recently I’ve been drawn to natural subject matter, first by meticulously documenting the blooms in my garden using digital watercolour and then moving to expressive messy acrylic pieces that aim to capture the joy those blooms made me feel.

https://cherry-hill-studio.square.site/

The John M. Parrott Art Gallery proudly presents Change and Challenge: Migration, a compelling solo exhibit by award-winning mixed-media artist Lynda Todd. The exhibit will run from March 1 to April 2, 2025. Through tactile art, it explores the struggles and triumphs of endangered and migratory animals

Todd, a dedicated advocate for accessibility in art, invites attendees to experience her work in a way few exhibits allow: by touch. True to the artist’s mission of inclusivity, this exhibit features richly textured pieces depicting wolves, elephants, whooping cranes, whales, butterflies and more. These artworks draw attention to their challenges, from habitat loss to climate change, while making art accessible to all individuals, including those visually impaired.

A portion of sales from the exhibit will be donated to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) Children’s Artistic Program, supporting the next generation of artists in overcoming barriers to creative expression.

The gallery is in an accessible building, ensuring everyone can attend this inspiring event.

Todd began her artistic journey as an abstract fluid pour artist. She has now expanded to sculptured art to enhance the tactile touch to many of her pieces and expanded to creating tactile resin pieces. “I want to offer the opportunity for people to feel art”, states Todd.

Born visually impaired and colour-blind, Todd’s desire to explore and express creativity has resulted in unique colour choices melded with interesting use of texture.

Northumberland Arts Gallery & Shop – 8 Queen Street, Port Hope, ON  L1A 2Y7

Hours: Thursday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm, Sunday 1pm to 4pm.

Denice Bustraen — acrylic and watercolour

“My art reflects bold-coloured landscapes and forest escapes. Hailing from remote Moosonee, I pattern my creations after the beauty of the northern sky and Ontario’s outdoors.”

Until recently, Denice was a long-time resident of the remote North, having lived much of her life in distant Moosonee, Ontario.
She is a member of Moose Cree First Nation, whose traditional territory follows the Moose River to the southern shores of James Bay. 

In 2020, Denice sold her business and moved to Rice Lake where she has embraced her lifelong love of art and artistic expression through acrylic on canvas. 

Her love of white-water canoeing, hiking, and kayaking has taken her to some of the province’s most beautiful settings. 

These breathtaking vistas now feature heavily in her art and speak to her intimate connection with the natural wonders found in Ontario’s pristine wilderness.

Contact:  evergreendevdesign@gmail.com 

On a Fair Summer’s Day

The Northumberland Hills Hospital graciously offers free exhibit space to Spirit of the Hills painters and photographers.

Note: 10% of the sales price goes to the hospital.

Fine Art Photography and Paintings Exhibition and Sale at the Campbellford Library until February 5, 2025.

Visit Warkworth and look at the amazing art of thirteen SOTH artists displaying twenty-five of their works. All are for sale.

Show duration: September 28, 2024 – March 29, 2025

Warkworth Public Library
40 Main Street
Warkworth ON, K0K 3K0

HOURS:
Mon: CLOSED
Tue: 10:00am – 4:30pm
Wed: 2:00pm – 6:30pm
Thu: CLOSED
Fri: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Sat: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Sun: CLOSED

Show Your Work

Do you have a piece or two of art hanging around that you would like people see? Here’s your chance!  Submissions are now being accepted for the next Spirit of the Hills show at the Trent Hills Public Library, Warkworth Branch.  There is no date requirement for any work and you are welcome to submit work that was shown in this venue in the past.  All work must be 2D.

•  Exhibit Duration 6 months: Saturday, March 29, 2025 to Saturday, September 27, 2025
•  Maximum of two works: paintings, drawings, print-making, stained glass, photographs, textiles, mixed media
• Works accepted on a first-come first-served basis (12 – 13 artists)
• Works must be 24” in height or less. NO width restrictions. 
• Weight restriction 8 lbs. or less. 
• No entry fee.
• SOTH commission: 25%.
• Submissions to Rosanne Dolan by Monday, March 17, 2025.

Please submit directly to Rosanne at rddolan81@gmail.com by giving the following information for your work: TITLE, MEDIUM, PRICE, ARTIST CONTACT.