He is passionate about culture, people and cats. He is Ai Weiwei -- the most provocative, contemporary artist not only famous in China but he's also known around the world. His art was catapulted into the eyes of the world with his vision of the stunning Bird's Nest Stadium built as the centre piece … [Read more...]
The art that changed the world.
If you're like me, and sometimes crave a quiet moment to be alone to clear your mind --even for only a couple hours, I often find a great escape is to an art gallery or museum. It's one of my most favourite things to do whether I'm here or away. There's comfort and solitude in these public spaces … [Read more...]
From influential punk rocker to artist
Patti Smith, aka "The Godmother of Punk", descended on the Art Gallery of Ontario yesterday for her first look at the exhibition featuring her photos and memorabilia... Patti Smith: Camera Solo. She also met with arts reporters at an intimate press event to discuss her life and inspirations. The … [Read more...]
What to Do: March Break in Toronto
Yay! It's almost time for March Break! If you're in Toronto, or planning a visit, here are some arts events worth checking out! Comic Book Heroes Series at the TIFF Bell Lightbox March 9 to 24 Celebrate those figures heroic enough to fight crime and injustice wherever it may be, and do it … [Read more...]
Viva La Vida! About Passion, Politics and Painting.
For the first time, masterworks by two renowned and prolific early 20th century artists, Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are on exhibit together in Canada. Frida & Diego: Passion, Politics and Painting opens this weekend at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO). "Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera were, … [Read more...]
Thursdays just got a little more cultured.
So, you have a night out and want to catch up with friends, date night, or just want time alone. Or maybe you want to woop, woop it up at a bar or "go dancing" as some of my friends say. What do you look to do? There's no shortage of things to do in a big city, that's for sure! This past … [Read more...]
Larger than Life: Evan Penny at the AGO
Artist Evan Penny loved the feeling of modelling clay as a young child. The ability to create and mould clay is pure satisfaction for most kids. Penny claims he was just average in the areas of painting and drawing but there was something about sculpting that made him pursue his interest as a … [Read more...]
A rare glimpse of Picasso’s Private Collection at the AGO
I wasn't surprised that my youngest son had done some Picasso inspired artwork in his classroom. Picasso is very appealing to children with bold features in his paintings and the use of everyday objects in his sculptures. What I was surprised about was how much info he has retained on the artist and … [Read more...]
Picasso Masterpieces are coming to the Art Gallery of Ontario
The highly anticipated exhibition of Picasso: Masterpieces from the Musee National Picasso, Paris is coming to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) from May 1 to August 26, 2012. This is the only Canadian stop that will be made on this exhibition's world tour bringing its vast 147 highlights from the … [Read more...]
JACK CHAMBERS: Light, Spirit, Time, Place and Life. Exhibition opens at the AGO
When I have the time between playdates and pizza lunches, I like to take a moment to be in a calm place to clear my head and to be inspired. I go to art galleries and museums for this. It's difficult to explain but it's a rejuvenation of sorts. As an artist, I'm always curious as to how other … [Read more...]