WKP Kennedy Gallery
An important part of your Capitol Centre, the WKP Kennedy Public Art Gallery presents the finest in historical and contemporary Northern, Canadian and International visual artists. In our two gallery spaces, through our public arts activities, through our programming with the Capitol Theatre and in our touring exhibition projects, we showcase art of all forms and media. The WKP Kennedy Public Art Gallery is a gathering place for art and art ideas. We offer to the people of North Bay and Northeastern Ontario, a forum for artistic dialogue and development.
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WKP KENNEDY GALLERY: Opening Reception: Nipissing BFA Exhibition
until 9:00 PM @ WKP Kennedy Gallery, 150 Main Street East, North BayJoin us for the opneing reception of the Nipissing University Bachelor of Fine Arts Graduate Exhibiton of 2023 on March 24th from 6-9pm.
The exhibtion showcases the culminative thesis work of undergraduate artists as they have developed their concepts and practices throughout their acadmeic journey.
The exhibiting artists include:
Jenna Frew
Gabrielle Palin
Hope Rodgers
Katya Serre
Meaghan Wichert
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Rebecca Clouatre: Maternal Collections
until 4:00 PM @ WKP Kennedy Gallery, 150 Main Street East, North BayMaternal Collections comprises a range of new work from Clouatre’s artistic practice, bringing together a group of collage and mixed media installations that offer commentary on the complex experiences of what it means to “mother” in contemporary society, and samples of the artist’s well-known whimsical and playful work. Born from personal reflections of being a relatively new mother during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, this thoughtfully intricate exhibition aims to shed light on and give voice to perspectives that are often isolated and exist in private and invisible spaces. Practicing mothering, in any capacity, is a lived experience that is always fraught with contradictions. The realities that mark our current generation – for instance, the overwhelming presence of conflicting parenting advice and information shared through social media, and the accompanying record-high levels of anxiety – place mothers in an unprecedented era that is increasingly difficult to navigate. The goal of Maternal Collections is twofold: to share raw and honest experiences of mothering, and to help build a much-needed sense of shared and supportive community.
Rebecca Clouâtre is a collage artist based in Ottawa, ON. Through her work, Clouâtre encourages viewers to contemplate the intricacies of nature and focus on the importance of human connection. Most of her imagery is scavenged from used or discarded paper-based paraphernalia, such as books and magazines.
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WKP KENNEDY GALLERY: Opening Reception: Rebecca Clouatre: Maternal Collections
until 9:00 PM @ WKP Kennedy Gallery, 150 Main Street East, North BayJoin us for the opening reception of the solo-exhibition by Rebecca Clouatre: Maternal Collections on April 21st from 6-9pm.
Maternal Collections comprises a range of new work from Clouatre’s artistic practice, bringing together a group of collage and mixed media installations that offer commentary on the complex experiences of what it means to “mother” in contemporary society, and samples of the artist’s well-known whimsical and playful work. Born from personal reflections of being a relatively new mother during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, this thoughtfully intricate exhibition aims to shed light on and give voice to perspectives that are often isolated and exist in private and invisible spaces. Practicing mothering, in any capacity, is a lived experience that is always fraught with contradictions. The realities that mark our current generation – for instance, the overwhelming presence of conflicting parenting advice and information shared through social media, and the accompanying record-high levels of anxiety – place mothers in an unprecedented era that is increasingly difficult to navigate. The goal of Maternal Collections is twofold: to share raw and honest experiences of mothering, and to help build a much-needed sense of shared and supportive community.
Rebecca Clouâtre is a collage artist based in Ottawa, ON. Through her work, Clouâtre encourages viewers to contemplate the intricacies of nature and focus on the importance of human connection. Most of her imagery is scavenged from used or discarded paper-based paraphernalia, such as books and magazines.
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WKP KENNEDY GALLERY: Capitol Centre Bluesfest presents: Clash of the Canvas Blues Edition
until 9:00 PM @ WKP Kennedy Gallery, 150 Main Street East, North BayCapitol Centre Bluesfest Presents:
Clash of the Canvas - Blues Edition
7:00 pm in the WKP Kennedy Gallery with music by Shawn Sasyniuk
Tickets are $10.00Come experience this exciting, live painting competition where artists compete in two timed rounds with Shawn Sasyniuk providing music for inspiration. The winner of this year’s competition will receive their own exhibit at the 2024 Capitol Centre Bluesfest.
Winner of Clash 2022, Joanne Abbott, will have her solo exhibition on display from Aug. 30- Sept. 3.
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WKP KENNEDY GALLERY: Capitol Centre Bluesfest Presents: Paint Night with Marianne Vander Dussen
until 10:00 PM @ WKP Kennedy Gallery, 150 Main Street East, North BayCapitol Centre Bluesfest Presents:
Bluesfest Paint Night with Marianne Vander Dussen
7:00 pm in WKP Kennedy Gallery
Tickets are $44.00Come to the Kennedy Gallery for a blues-filled evening with your friends, family, coworkers, a date, or on your own, where you can easily learn to make your very own blues-themed painting!
It's FUN art, not fine art! No experience required, just follow along while local artist, Marianne Vander Dussen guides you step-by-step through the painting in just two hours. If you're feeling inspired, change the colours to suit your style, or let your creative mind explore as you feel!
We provide all the painting supplies: an 11" x 14" canvas, acrylic paint, brushes, and a good time! Get boozy with your brushes- your ticket includes one free beverage (alcoholic or not, your choice) from our cash bar throughout the evening.
Patrons must be 16+