CONNIE O'CONNOR ART NEWS
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'SMALL WORKS EXHIBITION'
AUGUST 09 - 31, 2020
'LIMINAL SPACE 10" x 10" mixed media on canvas
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
FRASER VALLEY CHAPTER FCA
Port Moody Arts Centre Gallery
2425 St John's Street, Port Moody
'PUSHING YOUR BOUNDARIES'
August 14 - September 13, 2020
'LET IT BE
'LET IT BE' was developed as part of my ‘In Neutral’ series. It really did push my boundaries as I started in a completely different direction. The texture was not working so I literally ripped it off, sanded it, added more texture via medium and fibres. Took that off. This process went on and on, till finally I decided to 'let it be'.
28"x24" Mixed media on canvas
FRASER VALLEY CHAPTER FCA
Port Moody Arts Centre Gallery
2425 St John's Street, Port Moody
'PUSHING YOUR BOUNDARIES'
August 14 - September 13, 2020
'MOTION'
'MOTION' was developed as part of my ‘In Neutral’ series. It is very textural with a muted palette.
18"x14" Mixed media on paper mounted to cradle panel
FRASER VALLEY CHAPTER FCA
Port Moody Arts Centre Gallery
2425 St John's Street, Port Moody
'PUSHING YOUR BOUNDARIES'
August 14 - September 13, 2020
'LIGHT AND SHADOW'
24"x48"
‘Light and Shadow’ diptych is from my ‘In Neutral’ series. It was created as one but could be installed separately as each piece has a strong focal point and gestural marks. I was honoured to receive third prize. This piece was selected along with two others to be part of this exciting show. There was a virtual opening via Zoom on Facebook Live on August 06, 2020. Please see full image below.
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'POTE' Painting on the Edge sponsored by OPUS
July 13 - August 02, 2020
'LIGHT AND SHADOW'
‘Light and Shadow’ diptych is from my ‘In Neutral’ series. It was created as one but could be installed separately as each piece has a strong focal point and gestural marks. To date this is my highest recognition. This piece was selected out of 392 entries from artists worldwide and only 59 were accepted for inclusion in the physical gallery exhibition. A publication featuring all the artists, their biographies and statements is part of this esteemed show.
'POTE' Painting on the Edge sponsored by OPUS
July 13 - August 02, 2020
'LIGHT AND SHADOW'
‘Light and Shadow’ diptych is from my ‘In Neutral’ series. It was created as one but could be installed separately as each piece has a strong focal point and gestural marks. To date this is my highest recognition. This piece was selected out of 392 entries from artists worldwide and only 59 were accepted for inclusion in the physical gallery exhibition. A publication featuring all the artists, their biographies and statements is part of this esteemed show.
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'POTE' Painting on the Edge Catalogue
sponsored by OPUS Art Supplies
July 13 - August 02, 2020
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'Annual International Mail-In Art Exhibition' AIMAE I had three pieces in this show!
'A ROSE BY NAME'
A rose is a stunningly beautiful flower and such an inspirational part of literature. I was inspired by the following quotes:“That which we call a rose / By any other name would smell as sweet.” from 1594 Act-II, Scene-II of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. "Rose is a rose is a rose” appears in Gertrude Stein’s 1913 poem called "Sacred Emily”. “The rose is a rose / And was always a rose” from Robert Frost’s 1928 poem. The rose in my story is a Black Rose which is dark shades of purple, maroon and red. The colour black has been synonymous with death and mourning. It is considered the colour of sadness, bereavement, farewell, loss and mortality, but it can also symbolize rebirth in certain cultures. We are at a time in history where we are experiencing world pandemic death and extreme sadness, but ultimately we hope for rebirth and change.
10" x 8" mixed media on cold pressed paper
https://artists.ca/show/annual_international_mail_in_art_exhibition/0
federationgallery.com/
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'Annual International Mail-In Art Exhibition' AIMAE
May 25 - June 14, 2020
'Desire Paths' My story for this painting is about desire paths or desire lines, as they are more formally known in urban planning. They are well worn pedestrian pathways that are created by many individuals taking a short cut. There are many desire path names, some are free will way, social trail, game trail, use trail, bootleg trail, and even pirate path. In creating this painting, from an aerial perspective I found many paths emerging all on their own. The beauty of abstract art.
8" x 10" mixed media on cold pressed paper
https://artists.ca/show/annual_international_mail_in_art_exhibition/0
federationgallery.com/
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'Annual International Mail-In Art Exhibition' AIMAE
May 25 - June 14, 2020
'IF YOU GO DOWN to the WOODS' I created this abstract without any intended outcome. When I assessed it, I thought about the woods and was influenced by the "The Teddy Bears' Picnic" song by American composer John Walter Bratton, written in 1907, and lyrics added by Irish songwriter Jimmy Kennedy in 1932. Today it still remains popular as a children's song and has been recorded by many artists over the decades. My story is a colour palette representing an abstract forest with invisible teddy bears. I left out the teddy bear symbol which often represents child-like innocence. During covid I have missed care free moments, especially ones from my childhood. Social distancing is not the human way; it has been difficult and sad.
10" x 8" mixed media on cold pressed paper
artists.ca/show/annual_international_mail_in_art_exhibition/0
federationgallery.com/
LANGLEY ARTIST COUNCIL
'FLORALS'
May 06 - June 16, 2020
'BLOOMING' 12" x 16" acrylic on canvas
Also featured abstracted 'Tipsy Tulips'
8" x 8" see here in ART - Garden Section
Featured ON LINE
langleyarts.ca/aifs-online-galleries/florals-exhibition
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'CANVAS UNBOUND'
April 03 - 21, 2020
'IN BALANCE' 30" x 24" acrylic on canvas
Featured in the on line gallery
federationgallery.com/show/canvas_unbound/0
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
federationgallery.com/
WEST VANCOUVER COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL
'DISTANT TOGETHER VIRTUAL ART EXHIBITION'
April 07 - May 15, 2020
'REBIRTH' 24" x 24" acrylic on canvas
See full image below.
Featured in the Virtual Gallery
Gallery now closed.
Silk Purse Arts Center
1570 Argyle Avenue
West Vancouver, BC
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'ABSTRACTED'
March 03 - 15, 2020
'REBIRTH' 24" x 24" acrylic on canvas
Featured in the Gallery at
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
federationgallery.com/show/abstracted_2020/0
federationgallery.com/
artists.ca/
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'ABSTRACTED'
March 03 - 15, 2020
My second piece
'The Blue Tusk' 18" x 14" mixed media on panel board
federationgallery.com/show/abstracted_2020/0
federationgallery.com/
artists.ca/
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'ON LINE POSTCARD COMPETITION'
February 01 - 29, 2020
'WHITE DRESS' 12" x 12" mixed media on canvas
Featured in the On Line Gallery
federationgallery.com/show/2020_fca_postcard_competition_and_online_gallery/0
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
federationgallery.com/
artists.ca/
LANGLEY ARTIST COUNCIL
'CHIARUSCURO'
February 20 - present 2020
'The STARS are WATCHING US' 24" x 12" acrylic on canvas
Featured at Aldergrove Community Center
26770 29 Avenue
Aldergrove, BC
langleyarts.ca/aifs-online-galleries/chiaroscuro-virtual-gallery
LANGLEY ARTIST COUNCIL
'CHIARUSCURO'
February 20 - present 2020
'The STARS are WATCHING US' 24" x 12" acrylic on canvas
Featured at Aldergrove Community Center
26770 29 Avenue
Aldergrove, BC
langleyarts.ca/aifs-online-galleries/chiaroscuro-virtual-gallery
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'WORKS ON PAPER'
January 21 - February 02, 2020
'Mind's Eye' 14" x 18"
'Chaos to Calm' 18" x 14"
Both pieces mixed media on paper mounted to cradle board
Shown in the gallery at
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
federationgallery.com/show/2020_works_on_paper/0
federationgallery.com/
artists.ca/
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'ACTIVE MEMBERS EXHIBITION'
January 07 - 19, 2020
'Peace Within' 36" x 12" acrylic on canvas
This image has 4 details/ close up photos
Featured in the On Line Gallery
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
federationgallery.com/show/2020_active_member_exhibition/0
federationgallery.com/
artists.ca/
LANGLEY ARTIST COUNCIL
'WINTER SCENES'
January 15 - to present 2020
'Winter Solitude' 28" x 22" acrylic on canvas
'Glacial Melt' 24" x 12" mixed media on canvas
Featured at Timms Community Center
20399 Douglas Crescent
Langley, BC
langleyarts.ca/aifs-online-galleries
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'10 Squared'
Annual Fundraising Exhibition & Sale
December 09 - 23, 2019
'Stillness and Silence'
in the Federation Gallery
on Granville Island in Vancouver
All work was $150. The funds support the Federation
artists.ca/ as a non profit in offering
many services and programs.
'10 Squared'
Annual Fundraising Exhibition & Sale
December 09 - 23, 2019
'Stillness and Silence'
in the Federation Gallery
on Granville Island in Vancouver
All work was $150. The funds support the Federation
artists.ca/ as a non profit in offering
many services and programs.
NORTH VANCOUVER ARTS (NV Arts)
ANONYMOUS FUND RAISER SHOW
November 22 - December 18, 2019
Cityscape Gallery
335 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver
northvanarts.ca/events-exhibitions/anonymous-art-show-2/
500 + works of original art by over 300 artists
The talent, scope of style, diverse subject matter, and media of the artwork is always inspiring.
All pieces are 8″ x 8". The thrill of the exhibition is that all works are displayed anonymously,
with the artist remaining a mystery until the work is purchase. All pieces $100
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'SPOTLIGHT SHOW'
November 21 - 24, 2019
'Lovesong' 10" x 10" acrylic on canvas SOLD!
The opening show was a 'Client Appreciation' Event.
Paintings were for sale in the gallery for clients only from 6 - 8 pm and
then the on line gallery was available.
Federation Gallery
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
federationgallery.com/
artists.ca/
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'SPOTLIGHT SHOW'
November 21 - 24, 2019
'Grateful' 12"x36" acrylic on canvas
federationgallery.com/
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
'EMERGING SHOW'
November 05 - 17, 2019
'Vines 5' was selected!
12" x 24" Mixed media on wood panel
This show focuses on work developed without
a final concept in mind. The artist paints intuitively. I created
layers upon layers of texture with paint, medium, recycled
mesh produce bags. A meditative process and result.
Federation Gallery
1241 Cartwright Street
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC
artists.ca/
LANGLEY ARTS COUNCIL
'ArtSpacific SHOW'
Sept 17 - Oct 25, 2019
Aldergrove Community Centre
26770 29 Ave
Aldergrove, BC
I had 2 pieces in this celebration of the Pacific Coast
On right - 'Winter too' 28" x 24" Acrylic on canvas
Not shown - 'Benchland Grapes' 24" x 24" Acrylic on canvas
LIONS GATE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
'PERMANENT COLLECTION DONATION'
April 17, 2019
Lions Gate Hospital
231 East 15 Street
North Vancouver, BC
I was extremely fortunate to have 2 pieces accepted to the
permanent collection of LGHF lghfoundation.com/
On left - West Coast' 24" x 48" Acrylic on canvas installed at Evergreen House.
Autumn' 30" x 24" Acrylic on canvas (shown in Jan. 12 post below)
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LANGLEY ARTS COUNCIL 'CANADA DAY CELEBRATION' July 01, 2019 Langley Centennial Museum 9135 King Street Fort Langley, BC I had 4 pieces in this special events show. See on right - 'Deep Autumn' 8"x8" Acrylic on canvas Framed $180 |
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LANGLEY ARTS COUNCIL
'INCOGNITO SHOW'
November 07 - December 20, 2018
Township of Langley Civic Facility
20338 - 65 Ave. Langley, BC
I had 2 pieces in the fund raiser show.
All pieces had no signatures, were 10x10, and were sold at $100 each.
Funds raised support the Arts Council.
'Breathe In' 10"X10" Mixed Media on Panel Board
SOLD on Opening Night
LANGLEY ARTS COUNCIL
'INCOGNITO SHOW'
'Breathe Out' 10"X10" Mixed Media on Panel Board
These two pieces are part of my "IN NEUTRAL" Series
SOLD on Opening Night
LANGLEY ARTS COUNCIL
'WHERE CITY and COUNTRY MEET'
August 08 - Sept 17, 2018
Township of Langley Civic Facility
20338 - 65 Ave. Langley, BC
I had 3 pieces in this unique show. SO exciting!
I was thrilled to be on the feature poster.
HARMONY ARTS FESTIVAL
ART BEAT SHOW
AUGUST 03 - 12, 2018
I was partnered again year with
PEAKE & RICHMOND INSURANCE
in Dundarave Village
2435 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
I had 14 pieces on display. 2 new series - 'West Coast' & Mixed Media
'Floribunda' 22x30 SOLD!
https://www.harmonyarts.ca/art/art-beat
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ARTS WHISTLER
ANONYMOUS ART SHOW APRIL 06, 2018 Maury Young Arts Centre, Whistler Fabulous fund raising event for Arts Whistler to help with student awards, bursaries and education programs. The opening was an exciting event with 140 artists contributing 250 original 8x8 pieces. I donated 2 from my Naramata Grape Series. See #167. No longer anonymous! Thank you to the buyer! https://artswhistler.com/ |
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NV COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL
ART RENTAL SHOW
January 12 - February 3, 2018
'AUTUMN'
30x24 acrylic on canvas
Rent monthly or purchase from the gallery
$20/ month
335 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver
604 988 6844
nvartscouncil.ca/product/autumn/
NV COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL
ANONYMOUS FUND RAISER SHOW
November 17 - December 16, 2017
Cityscape Gallery
335 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver
nvartscouncil.ca/events-exhibitions/anonymous-art-show-2017-2/
738 works of original art by over 300 local artists
The talent, scope of style, diverse subject matter, and media of the artwork is always inspiring.
All pieces are 8″ x 8". The thrill of the exhibition is that all works are displayed anonymously,
with the artist remaining a mystery until the work is purchased.
All pieces $100
My 'GRAY SKIES' 2nd row from right 2nd up from bottom
Featuring blue gray prairie skies with white grain elevators on the horizon
SOLD! I am so happy to support NVAC!
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
Scenes from Western Canada 2017
Exhibition & Sale
September 12 - 24, 2017
Visit Federation Gallery on Granville Island in Vancouver
to see 'AUTUMN'
30X24 acrylic on canvas
$680
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
Scenes from Western Canada 2017
Exhibition & Sale
September 12 - 24, 2017
Visit Federation Gallery on Granville Island in Vancouver
to see 'AUTUMN'
30X24 acrylic on canvas
$680
FEDERATION of CANADIAN ARTISTS
10 Squared
Annual Fundraising Exhibition & Sale
September 05 - 10, 2017
I had 2 pieces.... 'Northern Lights'
and Cotton Candy (see Abstract section on this site)
10x10 Acrylic & mixed media on wood panel
in the Federation Gallery
on Granville Island in Vancouver.
All work is $150. The funds support the Federation
artists.ca/ as a non profit in offering
many services and programs.
HARMONY ARTS FESTIVAL
'ART BEAT'
August 05 - 13, 2017
My work is on display at
PEAKE & RICHMOND INSURANCE
in Dundarave Village
2435 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
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ART PARTY! Seymour Art Gallery Fund Raising Event June 25, 2017 5 pm 4360 Gallant Avenue North Vancouver In Deep Cove I am pleased to have one of my Sky Series paintings in this important gallery event. SOLD!!! SKY BLUE 8x8 acrylic on canvas $100 |
ART IN THE GARDEN 2017 North Vancouver Community Arts Council (link) On May 27 & 28, I exhibited my paintings in Garden #1 - Delphia & Bob Johnstone's beautiful property at 829 Fairway Drive in North Vancouver. It was a pleasure to show my work with 2 other very accomplished artists Fran Alexander and Chaka Chikodzi. The event was a huge success with 175 visitors on Saturday and 200 visitors on Sunday. And I sold more paintings! Very exciting! |
FALL NEWS
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2016 TEN SQUARED Exhibition and fundraiser Federation Gallery Granville Island, Vancouver BC I participated in this annual group show and fundraiser for the Federation of Canadian Artists and SOLD two of my pieces from my Garden series, pictured here! |