CORNER GALLERY

HALIBURTON, ONTARIO

Now Showing

BEYOND THE TRADITIONAL

David McClyment
Alyssa King
Carol Forbes

May 20 - June 19, 2023

David McClyment Alyssa King Carol Forbes

David McClyment

David McClyment has been showing professionally for almost 40 years, in the GTA, throughout Ontario and across Europe. His work has been the focus of many grants from all levels of government, including the Canada Council for the Arts, the Ontario Arts Council, and the Toronto Arts Council.

His exhibitions have been regularly reviewed in many major media outlets, including The Globe and Mail, the Toronto Daily Star, and the Winnipeg Free Press. Until recently, McClyment had been represented by the David Kaye Gallery in Toronto’s West Queen West district until the gallery closed in 2018. Currently, McClyment is out there doing his own thing.

He is also a professor and past co-ordinator of the Fine Arts Studio Program at Centennial College in Toronto, where he has won several awards for teaching excellence.

: David McClyment: Half Moon – from Waxing Moon Charcoal, carbon pencil, on Stonehenge paper. Framed size: 36 in tall x 28 in wide

: David McClyment: Espresso with Gesture (from the secret language of objects) Charcoal, carbon, chalk, & coloured pencil, on Stonehenge paper. Unframed diptych: each image, 30 in tall x 22 in wide

: David McClyment: Crow 2 – from Seven Crows Charcoal, carbon pencil, spray paint on Stonehenge paper. Framed size: 38 in tall x 32 in wide

: David McClyment: Crow 1 – from Seven Crows Charcoal, carbon pencil, spray paint on Stonehenge paper. Framed size: 38 in tall x 32 in wide

Alyssa King

Alyssa King is a contemporary mixed-media artist currently based out of Toronto. Known for creating visually captivating pieces that inspire and engage, Alyssa combines her love for street art and graffiti with her design and print expertise to produce unique textured works that evoke the essence of the urban landscape.

With a background in graphic design, she builds up her artworks in layers using recycled materials, blending colors and textures to create one-of-a-kind pieces.

Influenced by iconic artists such as Andy Warhol and Basquiat, Alyssa's art invites viewers to explore and interpret the messages behind each work. Her pieces are more than just objects; they're gateways to a world of thought-provoking ideas and emotions. Alyssa believes that art should create a feeling within and aims to achieve this by creating pieces that inspire and leave a lasting impression.

: Anticipation: Realization in advance, it’s the intuition of knowing what’s meant for you will be for you. This mixed-media artwork incorporates spray paint, charcoal, acrylic, and recycled paper on canvas. 18”x36” – 1.5” with a glossy, neon yellow edge.

: Live Brave: A reminder that anything can be overcome when you live brave. Textured card built up with strength-inspiring messages. This mixed-media artwork incorporates spray paint and recycled card on canvas. 24”x30” – 1.5”

: Live Your Dream: This painting serves as a daily reminder to pursue your dreams with unwavering dedication. It urges you to start each day with a renewed sense of purpose and take consistent action towards your aspirations. This mixed-media artwork incorporates spray paint and recycled card. 30”x30” – 2”

: Nothing Is Impossible: With its bright glowing colours and elements working in random, this piece hints at the organized chaos which is life and reminds us that nothing is impossible. This mixed-media artwork incorporates spray paint, resin, acrylic, and recycled cardboard on pine panel. 24”x36” – 1.5” with a glossy gold edge.

: Self Care: A reminder that you are essential and no one else can take care of you as you can. This mixed-media artwork incorporates spray paint and recycled card on canvas. Framed in a black floating frame 36”x48” – 2”

Carol Forbes

Carol Forbes is a Peterborough painter whose work is abstract and process-driven. Mixing fields of colour with gesture and line, she uses a variety of media to create her evocative compositions. As each mark opens up new possibilities, she is guided by intuition, a sense of adventure, and a delight in the visceral experience of working with the materials. As a work evolves, the process becomes a delicate integration of spontaneity and restraint.

Originally from Nova Scotia, Carol has lived her adult life in the Kawarthas. She studied art at the Haliburton School of Art and Design, after teaching psychology for many years at Fleming College.

: Carol Forbes: Waterfront Cafe. Mixed media on canvas. 36x36x1.5

: Carol Forbes: Indwelling. Mixed media on panel. 36x36x1.5

: Carol Forbes: Along Those Lines. Mixed media on canvas. 48x36x1.5

: Carol Forbes: Out of the Bag. Oil on canvas. 40x30x1.5

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2023 Schedule

May 20 – June 19

Beyond Tradition
David McClyment, Alyssa King, Carol Forbes

June 21 – July 13

Landscapes from a Woman’s Perspective
Susan Hay, Wendy Wood, Ashley Toner

July 14 – August 10

2 Part Harmony
Blady & Van Mil

August 11 – August 31

Wild Water II
Byron Hodgins

tba
Jaqueline Staikos

Sep 1 – Sep 20

Haliburton Art Blast
Rob Croxford, Vanya Ryan

Sep 22 – October 16

Mother Nature: We Share the Earth
Carole Finn

Opening hours

Thursday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm.

Closed Sunday to Wednesday.

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Corner Gallery

Founded in 2020 at Haliburton Village's historic Lucas House, the Corner Gallery showcases works by Ontario artists, with a focus on abstraction and modern Canadian landscapes. The Corner Gallery provides a space for works demonstrating traditional methods and skills that help us see the world around us in innovative and provocative ways. Most of our exhibitions are paintings, with occasional shows featuring photography and other media where the subject matter and execution allow.

A Haliburton Landmark

Built in 1907 as a residence, Lucas House was the first house in the area to have gas lighting and modern plumbing. Over the years it's had several lives: as a rooming house, a real estate office, an antique store, and now home to the Corner Gallery, The Highlander Newspaper, a law office and artist studio.

Since purchasing the property in 2019, we have been repairing and upgrading the building for energy efficiency, safety and comfort, while slowly restoring its stately presence on Maple Avenue. Most of the exterior work will be completed by the end of 2022, with the final step being the re-wilding of the property with native plants to support the natural environment. In 2023 we will continue with interior upgrades to improve the building's functions as an event space, gallery and office.

We are grateful for the assistance of the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario in helping us to bring one of Haliburton County's most beautiful and historic buildings back to life.

The Corner Gallery's mission is to

Create interest in art by showing works that emotionally connect with or intellectually challenge the public.

Lead the growing recognition of Haliburton Village as a destination for fine art.

Provide a professional, supportive environment for Ontario artists to display and sell their works.

Be the centre of a community hub at Lucas House as it grows to include event space and demonstrations of innovative rural projects and businesses.

Contact

Pamela Brohm
Gallery Manager

123 Maple Avenue
Box 1024
Haliburton, Ontario K0M 1S0

Email: hello@cornergallery.ca
Call: 705-457-7518
Web: cornergallery.ca

Corner Gallery is operated by 2112848 Ontario Limited.