by Hugh Alcock
The underlying theme is one of dereliction. Scattered around the various former republics of the Soviet Union are the ruins of failed utopian projects.
Sputnik Photos of a Fallen Empire
Nadia Belerique at Castle Frank bus station
by Mikael Sandblom
The location within the city and the interaction with the local environment make the experience of this art installation very different from just seeing the source images.
CONTACT 2019 / Artoronto picks
May – July, 2019
Various locations in Toronto
With so much choices of Canadian and international artists exhibiting, it isn’t easy picking exhibits to see.
CONTACT 2019
May – July, 2019
Various locations in Toronto
the largest photography festival in the world, and a premiere cultural event in Canada
Dorian FitzGerald at Clint Roenisch Gallery
by Keren Sedmina
FitzGerald’s work can be compared to a contemporary court painter, documenting the irresponsible extravagancies of the wealthy and powerful but through the socio-political sensitivity of a 21th century artist.
Emmanuel Monzon at Robert Kananaj Gallery
by Emese Krunák-Hajagos
Monzon captures the moment of eternity and the eternity in the moment at the same time. His photographs show a void, a void that can not be filled.
Young Abstractionists at Christopher Cutts
by Hugh Alcock
This is a wonderfully energetic exhibition of the works of two very talented young abstract painters. It bodes well for the future. Long live abstract painting.
Interview with Brandon Steen
by Mikael Sandblom
I am documenting them as I create my paintings before they are torn down or facaded without their souls intact. Perhaps I will become in time historical artist of Toronto’s past.
How to Breathe Forever at Onsite Gallery
by Nathan Flint
it is a splendid exhibition that explores important issues surrounding wildlife, pollution and the future of both our health and the planet’s.