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". 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!
Notice
COVID-19 Update
We are delighted to announce that the Art Gallery will re-open on Thursday June 18 on a limited basis. The Gallery will open initially on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of each week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Precautionary measures will be taken to ensure appropriate physical distancing of visitors, including a limit of 5 visitors allowed in the Gallery at one time.
Next Show
When the Gallery re-opens, we are excited to welcome the return of Allan O'Marra with his exhibition titled "Recent Figurative Works". Due to caution during the pandemic, we are unable to hold the traditional Opening Reception for Allan, however, he has generously offered to be present at the Gallery on Saturday afternoons during his exhibition to engage with the public.
His exhibition feature solo and groups of figures in nature, in water activities and in interiors.One example, shown here, is an oil on canvas titled "Canoeing with Isabelle".
Read more about his exhibition here.
News!
Board of Directors Approves Re-Opening of Art Gallery
The Directors of the Art Gallery approved the re-opening of the Art Gallery during an on-line meeting on May 27. Gallery members and visitors will be welcomed back to an exhibition called "Recent Figurative Works" by prominent artist Allan O'Marra.
The Gallery will be open on a trial basis from June 18 to August 2, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of each week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Physical distancing measures will be in place, including a limit on the number of visitors allowed in the Gallery at a time.
A Fresh Look at the Gallery Entrance
Hearty thanks to Ed Sturgeon of the Highway Garden Centre for donating this beautiful planter for the entrance to the Gallery. We hope to see members and visitors back soon!
The Gallery Shop
New at the Gallery Shop!
When the Gallery Shop re-opens on Thursday, June 18, new items will be on display. Come and see what new creations will be featured.
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.
Workshops
The final workshop was held at the Art Gallery on October 19/20. Pam Woodward led an enthusiastic group in “Textile Ice Dyeing - Gearing Up for Winter”. There are already calls to bring Pam back next year for another workshop with textiles.
You can read more about the workshop details by clicking here.
