Exhibitions at the Public Art Centre take place in our Gallery ONE, TWO and THREE. Tours are free of charge and can be organized in advance for school and community groups. For more information please see Education Programs.


 

Current Exhibition


Ontario Society of Artists

Group Exhibition (Western Hub)

February 22 to April 5, 2025

Gallery One and Two

Closing Reception Saturday April 5, 2025 1-3pm

The Ontario Society of Artists (OSA) was established in 1872, making it one of the oldest art societies in Canada. Founded by a group of artists and art enthusiasts in Toronto, the organization aimed to promote the visual arts and support artists in their creative endeavors.   In its early years, the OSA played a vital role in the development of the Canadian art scene, providing a platform for artists to exhibit their work and fostering a sense of community among creators.

Throughout the 20th century, the OSA adapted to the changing landscape of the art world, embracing new artistic movements and techniques while continuing to uphold its commitment to promoting the arts in Ontario. The society has also been instrumental in advocating for artists' rights and the importance of visual arts education.

 

This exhibition will be a captivating blend of contemporary and traditional art forms, celebrating the ongoing evolution of artistic expression in Ontario.

 

 

Beyond the Horizon: A Salon of William St. Thomas Smith

February 22 to April 5, 2025

Gallery Three

 

William St. Thomas Smith, celebrated for his evocative seascapes, captures the essence of maritime life with a unique blend of realism and impressionism. Each piece invites viewers into a world where the ocean's vastness meets the intimate details of coastal scenes, reflecting the moods and mysteries of the ever-changing tides. From tranquil harbors to tempestuous seas, Smith's work embodies the beauty, power, and unpredictability of the marine environment.


Upcoming Exhibitions


Between the Boards

Group Exhibition

April 12 - June 7, 2025


A combined effort occurs Between the Boards as the light streams through the gaps. It is not a space that separates two things but a connection of the two that affects and encompasses both.

Jeff Suchak

A Covenant of Reciprocity

Gallery One & Two

June 14 to August 9, 2025

Artist Reception Saturday June 14, 2025 1-3pm

Jeff Suchak is a contemplative fine art photographer who works in film and digital formats. His photography is informed by the Traditional Peoples and transcendental poets throughout history who view the landscape as sacred, entrusted as stewards and caretakes, living in partnership with the land.

 As we are now witnessing climate catastrophe and disruptions around the world as regular occurrences, the resulting societal impacts are becoming more apparent.  We are now living it.

So how do we live in this new reality of catastrophe understanding it will continue to grow in frequency and devastation?

In the exhibition, “A Covenant of Reciprocity”, Jeff asks what is the nature of our relationship with the Natural World?

 His selection of images often go unseen. Many are close and invite you in. Seeing the unseen. Will the experience evoke a sense of mystery, of wonder, of awe? Can the image contribute to one giving thought to their relationship with the natural world and possibly awakening into a new one?  

The exhibition, “A Covenant of Reciprocity” asks us to ponder our relationship and to give consideration to entering into a new covenant with the Natural World.