Peter’s thrilling discovery at the Woodstock Woodworking Show a little over a year ago has led him on a journey to seek out some truly amazing pieces of Ash Wood. When he had first laid eyes on this fascinating textured edging around the slabs of Ash out on display that day it captured his imagination immediately!! He was intrigued and quite curious about how this unique texture came to be. To his surprise it turned out to be the diligent and extremely harmful work of the Emerald Ash Borer, a small wood-boring beetle. These small intrusive insects feed just under the tree bark on the phloem tissue. As these patterned feeding trails coalesce, it completely cuts off the tree’s ability to transport nutrients to other parts of the tree and it sadly dies. Peter is just so honoured to have the chance to reclaim, condition and enhance some of these wonderful pieces…breathing a little life and showing a little beauty out of such destruction!!
Visual Arts Mississauga at Riverwood’s 29th Annual ART IN THE PARK...
Peter is very excited to be Exhibiting his NEW ART for the 1st time in Mississauga on Sunday September 15th. Come out and see plenty of favourite Originals & Prints as well as the unveiling of 4 New Stylized Paintings on ASH Wood fresh from his Studio! All Originals & Prints for SALE!!
OPEN: 10AM-4PM
BOOTH LOCATION: YELLOW STUDIO
This unique art fair allows artists the opportunity to exhibit and sell their work in the splendour of Riverwood and Visual Arts Mississauga’s Art Centre. Guests also enjoy talented local musicians throughout the day and select food vendors.
FREE ADMISSION TO THE PUBLIC • FREE PARKING • RAIN OR SHINE!
OAKVILLE ART SOCIETY 54th ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK...
Peter will be exhibiting his Art for the 2nd time in Oakville since his days at Sheridan College. Come out and see plenty of favourites and the unveiling of 3 New Stylized Paintings on ASH Wood fresh from the Studio!
OPEN: 10AM-5PM
BOOTH #75
OAKVILLE ART SOCIETY 53RD ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK
Exhibiting my Art for the first time in Oakville since my days at Sheridan College. Come out and see the unveiling of 7 New Stylized Paintings that have just been completed!
BOOTH #53
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ARTWALK IN THE SQUARE (2017-TORONTO)
Peter is proud to announce his participation in this year's ArtWalk in the Square...Booth #36
About ArtWalk in the Square...
For 19 years the Artists' Network has been showcasing ARTWALKS in Toronto featuring local artists in fine art outdoor festivals. We are pleased to announce that, once again, we will be at the CF Shops at Don Mills to host ArtWalk in the Square, anticipating over 100 established and emerging artists exhibiting painting, photography, mixed media, printmaking, drawing, glass and sculpture. It is a dynamic and fun event, free and open to the public, visitors and the community can experience art all in one area over three days.
CF Shops at Don Mills is where fashion, dining and entertainment come outside to play. Visit Ontario’s first and finest open-air centre with exceptional shops, restaurants and services surrounding a lovely Town Square.
When: FRIDAY - SUNDAY - AUGUST 18, 19 & 20
Friday, August 18, 2017: 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday, August 19, 2017: 10:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday, August 20, 2017: 11:00am - 6:00pm
Where: Town Square in the Shops at Don Mills
1090 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON M3C 3R6 (Corner of Lawrence and Don Mills)
HOMER WATSON GALLERY ART EXHIBITION
HOMER WATSON GALLERY ART EXHIBITION
"Stories in Layers"
Please feel free to come by and view the Cayley Room at the Gallery where Peter will have 14 original paintings on display and for sale!
Signed Limited Edition Prints will also be available for purchase.
OPEN Date: Sunday October 30th, 2016
CLOSE Date: Friday December 4th, 2016
OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday November 26th, 2016
6PM-8PM
(My apologies for the Reception falling so late in the Exhibition it was decided by the Gallery to have it combined with a Christmas Gathering)
GALLERY HOURS: Tuesday to Sunday: 12:00PM - 4:30PM
Homer Watson House & Gallery
1754 Old Mill Road, Kitchener, ON N2P 1H7
Phone: 519-748-4377 Fax: 519-748-6808http://www.homerwatson.on.ca/hours-admission/
STRATFORD'S "ART IN THE PARK" (2016)
ART IN THE PARK of Stratford has presented an outdoor show & sale of fine original Canadian Art from the Studios of Artists in the Southern Ontario Region since 1968. This wonderful event takes place (weather permitting) at Lakeside Drive between Front and North Streets, every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Here you will see the Artists representing the fields of fine art, painting, glass, leather, jewellery and wood working. The show is fully juried and is distinguished as the oldest continuous outdoor art show of it's kind in Canada.
LOCATION: Lakeside Drive (between Front Street and North Street), Stratford, Ontario, Canada
Free Parking!
Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/8eEdr8Jc79n
DATES & TIMES:
Starting on May 21st, 2016. Every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm (weather permitting) until October 02nd, 2016.
Please note: that if you are interested in coming out to meet me and see my work please notify me ahead of time as I will be participating on certain dates. Thank you. I look forward to meeting up with you in the Park!
INTRODUCING STYLIZED PORTRAITS...
Peter has launched a small series of promotional portraits found under the heading, “Portaits” depicting everyday people presented in his unique painting style. In a homecoming of sorts Peter has comeback to his first love and that is the human face and all it’s wonderful characteristics and nuances. Bringing both distinction and depth through the primary use of hand carved wood he hopes to create one of a kind likenesses using graphite, acrylic and oil.
He is always happy to meet and talk with clients at mutually decided upon locations. In the first introductory meeting he will discuss with you the size and possible compositions for the portrait along with any other preliminary details. Although a variety of reference photos would be preferred please be ready to supply what is available to you. Family and friend photos are deeply cherished, so assurances are made that they will be returned in exactly the same condition they are given. If the individual is present, some photography may be used. A second meeting could be requested in order to present a line drawing, if a painting has been commissioned. This would be the stage before the image is transferred to wood.
Peter typically paints close to life-size which means the smallest size for a head-only portrait would be about 11” x 13”. Prices for acrylic & oil on wood begin at $500 for simple head-only portraits and range upwards as size and complexity increases. A second figure would add an additional 75% to the cost. Drawn portraits, in graphite on paper, begin at $300. These prices include materials and photographic costs. Travel expenses and any other incidental costs, such as packing and shipping, are extra.
As Peter continues to rekindle his passion for portraiture he hopes to create moving pieces of art that are filled with spirit and joy!
Please feel free to contact Peter regarding any aspect or stage of a commissioned portrait.
NEWLY SIGNED LIMITED EDITION PRINTS…
NEWLY SIGNED LIMITED EDITION PRINTS…NOW AVAILABLE!!!
SIGNED LIMITED EDITION PRINTS MOUNTED WITH WHITE ACID FREE MATTES:
1. “The Upside of Chaos”, Overall (Matted) Size: 12 1/2″ x 23 1/2″, PRICE: $115.00
2. “The Guardian’s Angel”, Overall (Matted) Size: 16″ x 21 1/4″, PRICE: $115.00
3. “Turning Dawn”, Overall (Matted) Size: 13 3/4″ x 21 3/4″, PRICE: $105.00
4. “Where the Red Spirit Roams”, Overall (Matted) Size: 21″ x 14 1/4″, PRICE: $105.00
5. “In the Gray”, Overall (Matted) Size: 16″ x 18 3/4″, PRICE: $95.00
6. “Whispering Giants”, Overall (Matted) Size: 15 1/4″ x 18 1/4″, PRICE: $95.00
7. “Lines in the Sand”, Overall (Matted) Size: 18 1/2″ x 13 1/2″, PRICE: $95.00
8. “A Way Home”, Overall (Matted) Size: 13 1/2″ x 21 3/4″, PRICE: $105.00
9. “Enduring the Curve”, Overall (Matted) Size: 19 1/2″ x 14 1/2″, PRICE: $95.00
PLEASE NOTE: Although this print list is current please do not hesitate to contact me with any specific requests. Also, please feel free to contact me if you would like to see a larger view of any painting found on my site.
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD WINNER!!!…2014 GLENHYRST BIENNIAL ART EXHIBITION (JULY/AUGUST 2014)
2014 GLENHYRST BIENNIAL ART EXHIBITION!!!
Peter’s painting, “Whispering Giants” has now been “juried” into this wonderful biennial event making this exhibition his 4th consecutive showing at the Gallery.
Pleased to announce that “Whispering Giants” has also won the PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD at this year’s biennial.
EXHIBITION DATES: June 21st – August 23rd, 2014
EXHIBITION RECEPTION & AWARDS PRESENTATION: Saturday June 28th (7PM – 9PM)
All are Welcome! …FREE ADMISSION!
GLENHYRST ART GALLERY OF BRANT
Open Year-Round
Tuesday to Friday: 10 – 5 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 12 – 5 pm
Closed Mondays and Statutory Holidays
Address
20 Ava Road
Brantford, ON N3T 5G9
Phone: (519) 756-5932
Fax: (519) 756-5910
Please visit the Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant website for Directions…. http://www.glenhyrst.ca/contact/visit-us/