Tom Thomson: North Star Exhibition at the Audain Art Museum
Tom Thomson’s catalytic achievement changed the face of Canadian painting forever. He has a canonical place in Canadian culture, and each generation must reckon with his legacy anew, bringing to bear the fresh perspectives of their time. Gathering works from the leading collections of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection and the National Gallery of Canada, as well as other Canadian museums and private collections, this exhibition will provide a fresh view of one of Canada’s most incandescent talents, focusing on the small en plein air oil sketch, of which he is the supreme master. Oil sketches will be organized both by chronology and by theme, paring away the inessential to get at the essence of his vision, and isolating moments of artistic experimentation.
Local’s tip: Sip and savor our crafted cocktails in collaboration with the Audain Art Museum, featuring Tom Thomson’s sketches, at The Mallard Lounge from June 20, 2024, to October 14, 2024.
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