J. Franklin Wright Gallery
606 Reeves Street B9A 2R7 Port Hawkesbury, NS, Canada

If you haven't had a chance to view this great exhibit, drop by this week before it moves on to its next venue. The J. Franklin Wright Gallery presents Colour... with a U Too In Canada, we spell colour with a u. We also spell labour, favourite, honour, and neighbour with a u. That u could stand for unique, unforgettable, universal, unity, understanding, utopia. It could include the unusual, unexpected, unbound, unabashed, unaccounted, uncanny. We care about the u; it makes us unique. We care about the you; it brings us together. What do the Canadian values of diversity and inclusion mean to you? How does your labour in your favourite medium honour your neighbourhood, your community? How do you colour yourself in to our Canadian culture? The nine artists in this travelling exhibition have reflected on the theme of diversity and inclusion to give colourful representations of our Canadian cultural identity. Each offers an individual perspective on how we as Canadians see ourselves in our social, historical and physical landscape. The public are invited to attend the opening, December 3 at 6:30 p.m.

The Craft Group began over 40 years ago when a group fro Port Hawkesbury got together over the spring and fall months to work on projects of artistic interest a...nd appeal. Originally a group comprised of twenty participants, today there are eight members from the strait area, including two of the original members. Over the years, projects have included, among a diverse number of activities, tole painting, quilting, and macrame. Today the focus is on knitting and a bit of stitchery. You are cordially invited to attend the opening and meet the artists at the J. Franklin Wright Gallery December 5 at 6:30 p.m.. Show runs from December 5- January 14. Light refreshments will be served. See more

The J. Franklin Wright Gallery presents Colour with a U Too In Canada, we spell colour with a u. We also spell labour, favourite, honour, and neighbour with ...a u. That u could stand for unique, unforgettable, universal, unity, understanding, utopia. It could include the unusual, unexpected, unbound, unabashed, unaccounted, uncanny. We care about the u; it makes us unique. We care about the you; it brings us together. What do the Canadian values of diversity and inclusion mean to you? How does your labour in your favourite medium honour your neighbourhood, your community? How do you colour yourself in to our Canadian culture? The nine artists in this travelling exhibition have reflected on the theme of diversity and inclusion to give colourful representations of our Canadian cultural identity. Each offers an individual perspective on how we as Canadians see ourselves in our social, historical and physical landscape. The public are invited to attend the opening, December 3 at 6:30 p.m.

Nancy Stevens TREES FOR LIFE EXHIBITION J.Franklin Wright Gallery October 15 to November 30, 2020.... Artist’s Statement: Growing up in cities, my knowledge of trees was limited. I visited parks on the West Coast, marveling at the size of the great Douglas Firs, and regularly walked the groomed paths of Point Pleasant Park in Halifax. I was able to recognize different species and was aware that the forest was a place that pleasantly affected my physical senses and imagination but not my curiosity. However, my home for the last 25 years has been in rural Nova Scotia where from every window I see trees. I have planted trees, watched them grow and thrive and I have seen trees die, eventually returning to the forest floor and providing light and nourishment for seedlings to begin their life cycle. Living where I do, where broad leaf and needle-bearing species are intermingled, I have also witnessed the effects of climate change. As we experience the overwhelming effects of global warming, we know that our survival is dependent on the health of our forests. Using my skills and imagination, I have completed ten paintings representing a variety of trees in the Acadian Forest region of the Maritime Provinces. The economical and ecological value of each species is indicated as well as their past glory and unknown future. A single tree’s history is determined by soil conditions, environment, disease, weather events, and climate. Each painting focusses on one species and design elements are used to illustrate and question each one’s story. The silhouette of the tree is encircled with a broad ring which can be seen as both symbolic and decorative. Landscape imagery may be interpreted literally or politically, whereas layered colour and evolving patterns could be warning signs. Trees For Life, my pathway through the Acadian Forest, has been a meditation on our planet’s future. Nancy Stevens The exhibition runs from October 15 to November 30, 2020.

A conversation with Josephine Clarke.

On September 11, 2020 we were able to have a short discussion with Josephine Clarke Textiles about her upcoming art installation with Lumière Cape Breton Co...me see the works in person at the J. Franklin Wright Gallery or watch the livestreamed artist's talk on Lumière Cape Breton's FB Page. It will be airing tonight, September 12th, from about 7PM to 8PM or can be viewed as a video anytime thereafter This year's festival is island wide, with many exhibits online, and goes from September 12th until September 26th. Let us know which artists you're excited to see! #Ilovecbcraft

It is our great pleasure to announce an installation by artist-in-residence Josephine Clarke Textiles through Lumière Cape Breton 2020! Her show "What is le...ft behind?" will be at the J. Franklin Wright Gallery in Port Hawkesbury's Civic Centre and is opening 7PM this Saturday, September 12th. The installation will be available for free viewings between September 12th and September 26th This year the nighttime festival is going online and island wide. The events will take place over the two weeks, giving you even more opportunities to see the artists' works in the theme of "Anthropocene". You can get a full schedule of this year's projects on Lumière's website: http://lumierecb.com/artists/ Are there any projects or events you are looking forward to? #ilovecbcraft

Some photos of Nellie Fraser's Exhibit. Drop into the gallery over the next 7 weeks to see this beautiful exhibit of oils and felt. Thanks to Mark Hankey for the great photos.