Show Opening at Kawartha Artists' Gallery and Studio

The opening of the Buckhorn Artists' Group show at KAGS was fairly well attended despite the weather.

Many of the patrons were expecting each artist to have his or her own area displaying their art.

Instead they were surprised that ten artists exhibiting an eclectic mix of various styles and themes had it all came together as a pleasing display with each artist's work complimenting the others.

Some pieces caused a lot of discussion among the visitors about style, technique and colour.

















The beautiful handmade, one of a kind pottery created by JoAnne Connell Northey were well received and a number of pieces sold.
















The art cards were another item that was well received by the guests with Diane Collins selling a wide variety of them.
















Many nice comments were written in the guest book about the exhibit and a number of patrons have stated that they will return to see the show again before it closes on 03 April 2014.
















If you have the chance, please come out and enjoy the display.

Buckhorn Artists' Group at KAGS

Although the morning started with temperatures below the freezing mark and we had to put sand and salt down on the ramp into the Gallery to melt the ice, the ten members of the Buckhorn Artists' Group were undaunted as they set up their show at KAGS today.












Shortly after noon, all the paintings were hung and arrangements had been made to set up the refreshments for Sunday 23 April 2014 which is the opening of the show from 1-4pm.; the sun brought the temperatures above the freezing mark causing some of the snow and ice to melt.












Hopefully, some of you will be able to come out for the opening to view our display.

Group Members Exhibitions for March

Various members of the Buckhorn Artists' Group will be exhibiting their works at the following shows during the month of March.

Kawartha Arts Network - Art On Kent, Lindsay, Ont.
KAN
13 Feb 14 - 08 Mar 14 The Drawing Show
Opening Reception 15 Feb 14 from 1-3pm.
13 Mar 14 - 05 Apr 14 Paint It Big!
Opening Reception 15 Mar 14 from 1-3pm.
Susan Sydney

Kawartha Artists’ Gallery, Peterborough, Ont.
KAGS
23 Mar - 03 Apr 14 The Buckhorn Artists' Group
Opening Reception 23 Mar 14 from 1-4pm.
Rebecca Bilcox, Diane Collins, Pat Harvey, Penny Little, JoAnne Connell Northey, Catherine Selinger, Helen Sheppard, Susan Sydney, Bonnie Windover and Tom Young

Norwood Legion Hall – Branch 300, Corner of Alma and King Street, Norwood, Ont.
Norfest
15-16 Mar Norfest - The Spring Arts Festival
Diane Collins and Susan Sydney

Please come out and enjoy the artwork displayed at these shows.

Catherine Selinger

Catherin Selinger is a graduate of  the University of Toronto, earning an MBA and a Bachelor of Commerce Degree. After years of increasing executive level positions in the business world, her career culminated when the company for which she was President and Chairman of the Board was sold in 2005. With a significant change in her spouse's career at the same time, she and her husband Robert decided to get out of the "big city", moving to the Kawarthas area.

Ending up in an idyllic setting on Big Bald Lake just outside of Buckhorn, Ontario, they spent several years working on two major home additions, as well as significant interior renovations of their "House on the Rock" located three stories high overlooking a beautiful western sunset view on one of the beautiful Trent-Severn Waterway lakes.

The beauty of the Canadian Shield natural surroundings, with its lonely windswept pines, multi-hued sunsets over tumbling water and beautiful pink granite were the inspirations for Catherine to finally devote herself full time to an artistic life. Mostly self-taught Catherine has been fortunate to take workshops from such talented artists as Art Cunanan, Margaret Roseman, Doug Mays, Gary Chapman and Barbara Holtz to name a few. Focusing on delicate florals and rugged, serene landscapes, Catherine paints in both watercolour and pastel, depending on the subject matter and treatment. Always inspired and awed by the overwhelming beauty of her natural surroundings, Catherine tries not to let a day go by without some kind of artistic expression, even if it is just spending tirme exploring and soaking up creative inspiration from the Beautiful East Central Ontario landscape. Major, her German Shepherd Dog, is a constant companion for many memorable outdoor adventures.

A strong sense of atmosphere and mood as well as richly-applied pigment are hallmarks of Catherine's original award-winning paintings. Always fascinated by drama and colour in unique combinations, Catherine invites you to take a glimpse into her world with elegantly composed, which she hopes are lyrical, dynamic and moving. The viewer is asked to participate with her on a journey of joy and excitement, balanced by a profound respect for the natural raw beauty of this very evocative part of Canada.

Catherine is a member of several art groups in the Kawarthas area - The Buckhorn Artists' Group, Kawartha Artists' Gallery & Studio, East Central Ontario Art Association and the Lakefield Creative Arts Group. Catherine has sold her work to customers across Canada, United States and abroad.

Recent Awards:
2013 - Second Place, Open Division, Buckhorn Fine Art Festival, Buckhorn, Ontario ('A Simple Moment', a watercolour vignette.)
2012 - Honourable Mention, Open Division, Buckhorn Fine Art Festival, Buckhorn, Ontario ("Just Be 'Cos', a watercolour floral.)
2011 - Third Place, Novice Division, Buckhorn Fine Art Festival, Buckhorn, Ontario ('Winter Welcome', a watercolour landscape.)

"Our world is incredibly beautiful, unique and fragile. It is a privilege to be able to express my wonder and respect for it through artistic expression." - Catherine Selinger

Art Show At KAGS

Today I received confirmation from the Kawartha Artists Gallery and Studio that the Buckhorn Artists' Group has been accepted to exhibit their work next month from 23 March - 03 April 2014.

We will hold our opening reception on 23 March from 1-4pm.

I hope that many of you will be able to come out and visit with us at this show.

Group Members Exhibitions for February

Various members of the Buckhorn Artists' Group will be exhibiting their works at the following shows during the month of February.

Kawartha Artists’ Gallery, Peterborough, Ont.
KAGS
19 Jan - 20 Feb 14 Abstracting from Life
Opening Reception 19 Jan 14 from 1-4pm.
Diane Collins, Lorraine Ryan, Susan Sydney and Tom Young

Group Members Exhibitions for Janaury

Various members of the Buckhorn Artists' Group will be exhibiting their works at the following shows during the month of January.

Kawartha Arts Network - Art On Kent, Lindsay, Ont.
KAN
21 Nov 13 - 11 Jan 14 Affordableism
Opening Reception 22 Nov 13 from 6-7:30pm.
Susan Sydney

Kawartha Artists’ Gallery, Peterborough, Ont.
KAGS
08-22 Dec 13 & 04-16 Jan 14 Winter Delight
Opening Reception 08 Dec 13 from 1-4pm.
Diane Collins, Lorraine Ryan, Susan Sydney and Tom Young
19 Jan - 20 Feb 14 Abstracting from Life
Opening Reception 19 Jan 14 from 1-4pm.
Diane Collins, Lorraine Ryan, Susan Sydney and Tom Young