In support of The Friends of Point Pelee and The Pelee Island Bird Observatory, a collection of small works by some of Canada's most recognized independent artists is currently on display at the Point Pelee Visitor Centre.
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These pieces of original art have been selected specifically for affordability and size, and the proceeds of your 'acquisition' will help both the above mentioned organizations with their ongoing projects. The artists, who have offered these works on consignment (framed, at their own expense) receive half the retail price, which will help them continue their work, fostering a love for, and a connection to, the natural world.
To see how these artists have been active in their communities, advocating for conservation and greater awareness, please visit the websites listed below. We draw your attention to the work of Michael Dumas, Nigel Shaw and Chris Bacon in particular, but all of the artists here invite you to view more of their work and to sign their mailing lists. (See the links below)
Thank you, from the artist, The Friends of Point Pelee and The Pelee Island Bird Observatory.
Work will be on display, and available for purchase, as part of the Spring bird migration fundraising drive. It is likely some pieces will remain at the Visitor Centre for the duration of the season. Available pieces may be seen by clicking on the 'View work' links below.
Participating Artists
Michael Dumas
'FOR THE BIRDS' Exhibition - POINT PELEE VISITOR CENTRE
Michael Dumas - 'Northern Saw-Whet Owl' - Pencil drawing on paper - 10" x 8"
$750 SOLD
Michael Dumas - 'Northern Saw-Whet Owl' - Pencil drawing on paper - 10" x 8"
$750 (detail) SOLD
Wayne Mondok
Wayne Mondok - 'Birdbook - Blue Jay' - Acrylic on masonite Panel - 11" x 14" - $900 SOLD
To purchase, please contact the Point Pelee Visitor Centre
Laura Kingsbury
Laura Kingsbury - 'Golden-crowned Kinglet' - Watercolor - 6.5" x 4" - $400
To purchase, please contact the Point Pelee Visitor Centre
Anja Karisik
Anja Karisik ' - 'Hermit thrush'- Pastel on board - 11" x 14" - $500 SOLD
To purchase, please contact the Point Pelee Visitor Centre
Andrew Cheddie Sookrah
Andrew Cheddie Sookrah
'Welcome Back' (Blackburnian Warbler)
Oil on canvas - 36" x 12" - $800
Gary Landon
Gary Landon
'Blue Grey Gnatcatcher'
Acrylic on wood panel - 10" x 10" - $750
Eddie LePage
Eddie Lepage
'The Lookout' - (Immature Red Tail Hawk)
Oil on canvas - 10" x 6" -$750
April White
April White
'Sandhill Crane ~ Dal II' - Birds of Haida Gwaii - Hand-Pulled Serigraph
15" x 7.5" - $250 SOLD
Karen Richardson
'Defending High Ground'
Watercolour (panel mounted, no glass)
14" x 11" - $500
'Beach Treasures'
Watercolour (panel mounted, no glass)
20" x 16" - $900
Please contact artist directly: www.karenrichardson.ca
George Raab
George Raab - 'Sudden Flock' - etching, aquatint, watercolour - 7.5" x 12" - $550
To purchase, please contact the Point Pelee Visitor Centre
Brent Trach
'Great Blue Heron' - Drypoint - 9" x 12" - $280 SOLD
'Belted King Fisher' - Drypoint - 12 " x 4.5 " - $220 SOLD
To purchase, please contact the Point Pelee Visitor Centre
Additional works available, contact artist directly at:
www.brenttrachart.com
W. David Ward
W. David Ward - 'Primavera' (Northern Perula) - 10" x 7" - $750 (detail) SOLD
To purchase, please contact the Point Pelee Visitor Centre
Tim Hough
'Collared-Redstart'
8" x 8" $400
'Magnificent Hummingbird - Female' 8" x 8" $400
Magnificent Hummingbird - Male'
8" x 8" $400
'FieryThroated Hummingbird'
8" x 8" $400
These and other works available, please contact artist directly:
www.timhough.com
Chris Bacon
Chris Bacon - ‘HERON’ - # 4/10 Stone Lithograph on BFK paper - 8 x 12 ½ Inches - $600.00
Please contact artist directly: www.chrisbacon.com
Artists Nigel Shaw and Billy-Jack Milligan have also committed works to 'For The Birds', though works were not complete at the time of this posting. Please contact them directly to see their contribution:
Billy-Jack Milligan – Nigel Shaw
The weekend of May 7th, while over on Pelee Island for various PIBO events, we happened on the notice below at Pelee Art Works. I thought I'd share it, as it applies equally in the case of our artists. Food for thought!
...and, of course, 'For The Birds', 2016
Thanks from us too.
Artists Gary Landon, Anja Karisik and me, waiting to board the Pelee Island Ferry.
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