Art Gallery of Bancroft
The Art Gallery of Bancroft (AGB) is a public art gallery in the town of Bancroft, Ontario, Canada. The AGB boasts a permanent collection including a large collection of Oscar Schlienger's work. The AGB Gallery Shop displays work from the area's artists and artisans and exhibitions from local art and craft associations.
Operated by volunteers and financed by fundraising, the AGB mounts 10 exhibitions per year focusing on local artists. Every month the Gallery presents new shows, which include the annual "Invitation - Juried Exhibition" for which the best in show receives the David B Milne Award. Exhibition proposals are accepted for the Dec 21 and June 21 deadlines.
In encouraging public participation in the visual arts, the Gallery runs a slate of workshops (mostly one-day sessions) throughout the year with talented instructors teaching skills in a variety of artistic media.
New members are always welcome!
Now Showing!
The incredible works by Julie Lockau are on display in the month of October. She creates absolutely amazing tapestries and quilts (and even a loveseat!) using natural materials and thread. You won't want to miss this exhibition. Thanks to Susan Latremoille for her sponsorship of Julie's exhibition.
Read more about the artist and exhibition by clicking here. To view Julie's works on display at the Gallery, click here.
News!
New at the Gallery Shop this month!
Stunning copper bracelets from Peter Gravelle of Madonna House in Combermere. Read more.
Submit your entry for the Annual Juried Exhibition now!
The Annual Juried Exhibition for the Art Gallery of Bancroft runs from December 5, 2018 – January 26, 2019. Art can be submitted in seven categories for judging by juror Caroline deMooy. Guidelines for those interested in submitting works of art for the annual juried exhibition are now available and can be found by following this link.
The AGB is grateful to the following for sponsorship of the awards:
David B. Milne Bancroft Times Hannah Lithographers
FitzPatrick Family Greg Latremoille York River Framing
Park View Dental Carol R. Kadwell-Wallace Bancroft Bed & Breakfast
Marlin Horst & Margot Currie Old Tin Shed McDougall Insurance Brokers
Brown Hair Design
Thanks also to Boyer Chevrolet Buick GMC or their sponsorship of the Juried Exhibition
Opening Reception for Julie Lockau's Exhibition
The Art Gallery welcomed a full house on Friday evening for the Opening Reception of Julie Lockau's Exhibition titled "Found Ballet". Comments such as "awesome" and "amazing" were heard frequently throughout the night as the crowd of AGB members, friends and well-wishers admired the creations on display. We were fortunate to have Julie present at the Opening before she flies to the Far North to serve as a dental hygienist to the Innu. Thanks, Julie, for a remarkable show!
Workshop Update
We regret that the workshop titled "The Alla Prima Still Life" on October 17th with Toronto artist Robert Strickland has been cancelled due to insufficient registrants.
We are pleased to announce that Christopher Crosgrey will be returning to the AGB for a Workshop titled "Painting Winter Light and Shadow" on November 4th. Chris held a highly regarded workshop at the AGB in the fall of last year. Read more about the workshop details by clicking here. This is the final scheduled workshop for the 2018 calendar year.
A Call for Artist Instructors willing to lead workshops at the AGB has been issued. Workshops are typically held on Sundays, when the Gallery is closed, between 10 am and 4 pm. Read more...
The Gallery Shop
The Gallery Shop of the AGB offers for sale the unique creations of many talented local and regional artists. In addition to a collection of original paintings in a variety of media on display in the Gallery Shop, visitors are invited to peruse a wide variety of creations in ceramics, textiles and wood, jewelry, art books, art cards, stained glass, and so much more. There are imaginative gift ideas in a variety of prices for all occasions like birthdays, weddings, Mother’s Day, hosting presents and Canadiana gifts for family and friends abroad.
With a visit to the Gallery Shop, finding something special for the hard-to-buy-for person is almost a certainty. The display of artistic creations changes regularly, so there is always something new to admire.
Are you a local or regional artist/artisan who would like to have your work displayed for sale in the Gallery Shop? The Gallery Shop is run on a consignment basis, with the Gallery retaining 35% of the retail price on any sales. All work submitted for consideration will be reviewed by a committee with the intent of determining the suitability and saleability of the work. Note that it is AGB policy that you must be a current member of the Art Gallery of Bancroft to have your work displayed in the Gallery Shop. To learn more of the procedures and requirements for consigning your work to the Gallery Shop, please follow this link.
