2023-30 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

Here Comes Santa Claus…

Have you been a good little art lover this year? I certainly hope so because the sacks at Gifts for the Soul are overflowing with lots and lots of enticing prezzies for you. All the elves have been polishing the jewellery, adding sparkles, and dreaming up all sorts of beautiful objects.

This year I have a bumper crop of gorgeous art cards, framed prints (under $75) and my 2024 calendar of Magnificent Women. As well I have some giclees (prints on canvas). The colour reproduction is quite amazing. You can hardly tell the difference from the original. The prices for these giclees are considerably less than the original. I invite you to visit my website and consider a giclee as I can order almost any original in a print.

Next week I will be doing more work on my website to make it easy for you to see which painting you’d like in a print. The service is quick too, so you should be able to get what you want before the holidays. The pricing will be right there for you to see. For now, I’ve created a list of sizes and prices below.

12 x 12 , original $250 , giclee $150 

20 x 20, original, $600, giclee $275 

12 x 18 , giclee $225 

16 x 20 , giclee $330 

24 x 30 , original, $1500, giclee $495 

24 x 36 , original, $1800, giclee $595 

30 x 40 ,original, $2500, giclee $825 

Again I invite you to join us on Sat Nov 25, 9:30-4pm, at St Matthews Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave for THE holiday market of the season, GIFTS FOR THS SOUL. We have 9 very talented artists who have been creating wonderful offerings for the 6th annual show. 

Here’s how you can support your local art scene.

Come to art shows.

Buy art for your home.

Bring your friends and family.

Commission bespoke original art.

Buy art for gifts.

Share artists’ newsletters on social media.

Tell your friends about the art you love.

Buy art for your children.

Thank you so very much for all your support. It means the world to me.

Jingle on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

The cover of my 2024 calendar of Magnificent Women

Every month has a full 10x10 in detail from a larger painting.

Only $25. Order yours today.

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Mel D’Silva @justsparkleca brings her sparkling personality and jewellery to the market this year as well.

You’re invited!

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

  Ongoing..my art is in the window

• Taren White Gallery

  13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

• GIFTS FOR THE SOUL Holiday Market

  Sat. Nov 25, 9:30-4pm 

  St Matthews Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave

2023-29 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

It’s beginning to look a lot like….

Holiday Greetings are in the air

It’s been super busy here at Santa’s workshop while I create cards and prints and the grey cells have been in overdrive learning how to do all sorts of things involving the computer. I used to have a mantra ‘I embrace my inner techie’ in an effort to come to peace with learning new computer programs but it does end in tears sometimes.

How the heck did I ever operate a linear accelerator?! My poor co-workers were often challenged with my little hissy fits. Honest!

Who knew that having computer skills would help my artistic career? I’m very excited to share with you my first calendar for 2024. I’ll be checking the sample tomorrow and hopefully have it ready for the Gifts for the Soul holiday market next Sat, Nov 25.

There will be a wonderful selection of small prints and cards all ready for you at budget friendly prices though. Hopefully you will agree that the colours are spot on and the prices are excellent. If you haven’t begun your Gail Williams collection, now is the time to start.

I took a few pics of some cards and a framed print to give you an idea of some of the images I’ll have available. There will also be some giclees and original paintings for you to enjoy. I can order prints for almost any of my paintings. Of course the prices are much less than an original but still gorgeous.

We are so looking forward to sharing our talents with you at St Matthews Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave on Sat Nov 25, 9:30-4pm. Please tell all your friends and bring a few BFFs with you.

Thanks for supporting your local artists.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

Here are two samples of gift cards available at Gifts for the Soul.

Here are the delightful ‘Walking the Dog’ series in card form

‘The Queen’ lives on in a small framed print or gift card.

Andrea has the original.

The exquisite bling of Mel D’Silva will also be shining GFTS

@justsparkleca

YOU ARE INVITED…

• AHNISNABAE ART GALLERY

18 Court St, Thunder Bay, ON

Ongoing..my art is in the window

• TAREN WHITE GALLERY

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

I have 3 new pieces in the gallery

• BLOSSOM AND TEMPEST

928 Kingston Rd., Toronto

A selection from Pretty Little Things

• GIFTS FOR THE SOUL HOLIDAY MARKET

St Matthews Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave

Sat Nov 25, 9:30-4

• KAREN FRANZEN AND FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW

3 Wembley Dr, Toronto

Fri Dec 8, 6-9pm

Sat and Sun , Dec 9 &10, 10-5pm

2023-28 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

Gratitude is a Gift for the Soul

Not a lot of chat today. But definitely a whole lot of GRATITUDE.

It’s because of you and people like you who appreciate my art that I do what I do. Last week, I was invited to lunch with one of my SUPER collectors, Andrea. She spoiled me with homemade pasta and French pastry and lots of delightful conversation. Her last purchase from me was ‘The Queen’ which she has renamed ‘My Queen’. As soon as she saw it at my solo show in April, she felt a deep connection that swelled my heart with gratitude. As you can see she has made quite a collection of my art and graciously allowed me to photograph her lovely home with my art in place. I am honoured that so many people are drawn to my work. It is very humbling to know that my art resonates with so many.

Here is the invite to our 6th annual GIFTS FOR THE SOUL holiday market. It’s thanks to a former colleague where I worked that I started organizing this event. We have assembled a wonderful group of talented artists who create unique one of a kind items. There’s something for everyone on your list. SAT NOV 25, 9-4:30, 450 Broadview Ave.

If you’re looking to add to your Gail Williams collection or to find a wee gift for a friend I have created new cards and framed prints at a friendly price point. They look amazing, even if I say so myself. I’ll have some prints of your previously admired original paintings.

See you soon,

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

‘My Queen’ in Andrea’s home office with her favourite friends

The lovely Andrea and her Queen

The start of Andrea’s Gail Williams collection. I love this one. It is so powerful..just like it’s owner.

And now for something completely different.

The Long Embrace , an original acrylic on paper. The image that started the hugging booth at my summer shows. Art lovers love to have fun!

YOU ARE INVITED…

• Blossom and Tempest

928 Kingston Rd. E

www.blossomandtempest.com

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery,

  18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window

• Taren White Gallery

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

She has some new work of mine in the store

• GIFTS FOR THE SOUL, 6th annual Holiday Market

St Matthews Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave

Sat Nov 25, 9-4:30

• KAREN FRANZEN AND FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW

3 Wembley Drive (Coxwell and Gerrard)

Friday Dec 8, 6-9pm

Sat, Dec 9, and Sun Dec 10, 10-5pm

2023-27 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

START THE CAR!!!

And get your running shoes on!

Santa’s workshop is in high gear. It looks like this year’s 6th annual GIFTS FOR THE SOUL holiday market will be spectacular. We’ve got some new artists joining our group and their work is fabulous. Also your favourite artisans are getting better and better every year. I know you’ll find some extra special treats for everyone on your list and yourself too, of course.

Please check out the IG accounts of the following participants to help you plan your shopping. We have fine art, jewelry, pottery, prints, cards, fibre art, custom T-shirts, and curated handcrafts.

@dorothyabarrett

@caveandcrownfibrearts

@tracydaviesart

@janetfpotterartist

@denizinmushroomland

@lorriekingpottery

@ambrrrrr

Attached you will see two of my finished new paintings from a new series I am calling ‘She Said’ I think there’s lots of scope for some fun don’t you?

It’s worth the drive to Paris! TAREN WHITE GALLERY in Paris ON, has some new paintings of mine. 13 Grand River St N. She has such a beautiful space right on the main street that backs onto the Grand River. If you haven’t been to Paris yet, plan a visit for Nov 17 WE. It’s their stupendous shopping event. So much going on.

tarenwhitegallery.com

This year I am preparing prints all framed and ready to hang on the wall as well as more cards. I’m also hoping to get a 2024 calendar ready for you with a different painting for each month starring a series of MAGNIFICENT WOMEN. Something new for me will be a selection of embellished giclees. Giclees are prints on canvas. I’ve chosen a company that uses top quality inks , canvas and paper.

Did you know that I have had several ‘15’ minutes of fame? The first time was when I was 2 years old patting a cow at the local fair that started my love affair with cows. The next time was when I was 9 years old and won our local paper’s Christmas colour contest. Even back then I loved bright colours. I used to stay inside the lines then but as you know that’s gone out the window. I’m encouraging Fox and Theo to deliberately go outside the lines…I’m a devil that way.

Just in case you’re interested in life drawing, I thought I’d mention that I am part of the Central Connection life drawing on Monday nights at the community centre at Withrow park. Three hours with a live model, mostly nude but some costumed. There is no instruction. You can join for the year for $60.00 and pay a drop in fee of $10.00 or just drop in for $20.00. It really is a bargain and with a great group of friendly artists. Call me for more details.

centralconnection.ca

Please mark your calendars for both Sat Nov 25 for the GIFTS FOR THE SOUL Holiday Market at St Matthews Clubhouse and the KAREN FRANZEN AND FRIENDS Annual Holiday Show on Dec 8, 9 and 10.

Thanks for your continued support through the years.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

She Said What?

New series started…She Said…

What did I say?

YOU ARE INVITED…

• BLOSSOM AND TEMPEST

  928 Kingston Rd. E

  www.blossomandtempest.com

• AHNISNABAE ART GALLERY

  18 Court St, Thunder Bay

  Ongoing..my art is in the window

• TAREN WHITE GALLERY

13 Grand River St. N, Paris ON

• GIFTS FOR THE SOUL HOLIDAY MARKET

St Matthews Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave, Toronto

Sat Nov 25, 9:30 - 4pm

• KAREN FRANZEN AND FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW

3 Wembley Dr, (Coxwell/Gerrard)

Fri Dec 8, 6-9pm, Sat Dec 9 and Sun Dec 10, 10-5pm

2023-26 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

Have a BOOtiful W/E

Have you got your costume ready? We used to go to Hallowe’en parties every year when we were young’uns. My most creative was making a costume for myself as a belly dancer and Ron as a sheik complete with turban and velvet cutaway vest to show off his 6 pack(lol) Those were the days! What was your favourite costume?

My days are now filled with creating for the holiday shows I’ve planned. I’m adding more prints and cards to have on offer as well as some original work. You can see the dates at the end of this message. If there is a particular painting you’d like in a print, please let me know. I know you have a favourite or two. All you have to do is review my website or my IG posts. I already have some requests.

This week I’m sharing a beautiful little painting I recently completed. Be the first to send me a message that you HAVE TO HAVE IT. We can arrange a delivery. If you are already a client, don’t forget your super saver discount. I will be making prints of it both on paper and giclee if that suits your budget better.

I’m also seeing progress in my website. Slow but sure. You know that this tech side is not my favourite thing. Thank goodness I have lots of helpers.

At the bottom of my pictures you’ll see the charming town of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull in Scotland. We had a lovely time touring the surrounding countryside. Just one of the many islands you could explore.

Of course no trip to Scotland is complete without the obligatory whisky tasting. I was successful in my self imposed challenge to try a new one every day. Whew…it was such hard work!

Kick start your holiday shopping and discover unique, one of a kind items. Find the ideal gifts. Come and explore these 2 free shows.

Please mark your calendars for these two holiday markets I have later this year. The first is our 5th annual Gifts for the Soul market on Sat Nov 25, at St Matthews Clubhouse at 450 Broadview Ave. We have some new makers I am sure you’ll love.

The next one is the Karen Franzen and Friends event on Dec 8-10 at 3 Wembley Dr. I am honoured to be part of this talented group of creatives.

More info on each event will be sent soon.

Thanks so much for your cheering on.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

Rapunzel Rapunzel

20 x 20 in gallery wrapped, acrylic on canvas, $600.00

Dramatic skies in Tobermory, the Isle of Mull

Just one of 143 distilled whiskies made in Scotland.

A new one every day would be a grand holiday!

You’re Invited

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window 

• Taren White Gallery

13 Grand River St. N, Paris ON

• 5th Annual GIFTS FOR THE SOUL Holiday Market

St Matthews Clubhouse , 450 Broadview Ave, Toronto

Sat Nov 25, 9:30-4 pm

• Karen Franzen and Friends Holiday Show

3 Wembley Dr, (Coxwell & Gerrard) Toronto

Friday Dec 8, Sat Dec 9, Sun Dec 10

2023-25 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

HAIRY WHAT?

How have you been? It seems like ages since I’ve sent you some info and from my opening line you might have figured out that I’ve been to Scotland. Although if you heard me, I think you’d agree that my accent is crrrap. 

My travel buddy, Dorothy, and I spent 2 weeks visiting the stunning country of Braveheart, the highlands, the lowlands and home to some very beautiful long haired Highland cattle the locals call ‘coos’ Our bus group named them Hairy Moos and we had quite a few photo ops granted to us. Whisky tastings, castle viewing and the fabulous art of Charles Rennie McIntosh and Margaret MacDonald filled our days with delight. If you’d ever like some recommendations please ask. It’s definitely worth the trip.

We made friends from all over …the States, the UK and Europe. What a great bunch of interesting and enthusiastic travel partners. Dee and I usually enjoy doing things on our own but being with a group of like minded souls who turned into friends was a highlight of this trip.

I’ve added a few pics of the Hairy Coos and some of McIntosh’s wonderful creations. 

The fall art season is gearing up and I will have several venues to invite you to in the near future. 

You may have asked if I do PRINTS and I think it is time to get serious about deciding which pieces are print worthy. I would love your feedback on which pieces you would like in a print. There will be several different sizes and I will offer both paper and canvas prints (which are called giclees) Of course there is no obligation on your part, I would really like to know which artworks of mine are your favourites.

On another note, I am revamping my website so if it is ‘out of service’ for a moment, please check back in. My webmistress is pretty speedy but her source (me) is not always. (LOL)

Thanks so much for reading and supporting my artistic adventure. It means the world to me.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

Stained glass doors designed by Charles Rennie McIntosh

in the refurbished Tea at the Willows, Glasgow tearoom

Traffic jam on the Isle of Mull

Hairy Coos…Hairy Moos

They’re everywhere!

You’re Invited!

• Blossom and Tempest

928 Kingston Rd. E 

www.blossomandtempest.com

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window 

• Taren White Gallery

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

2023-24 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

AND JUST LIKE THAT!

So here we are again.. the start of a new year ended with such a blast… of heat! 

Perhaps you are one of those who like a heat wave, but I am not among that group. It actually makes me very crabby and unhappy, just saps the energy out of me. Just sayin’. 

I hope that you had a wonderful summer and did some fun things. Mine was spent up in Paradise (aka Thunder Bay). We were so fortunate to be able to spend time with Joanna, Fox and Theo and with Ingrie and Ritchie in their new home there. The boys were excited to go Sasquwatch hunting. Thank goodness they didn’t find one. They did find the cold waters of Lake Superior very enticing though. 

Now it’s back to business. To start the season off, we are having our first OPEN STUDIO this WE at StudioMack. You are invited to see where the magic happens at 63 Mack Ave, Unit 12 on Sat Sept 9, 12-5. There is free parking at the rear of the building and the weather is cooperating so we will be able to have our loading dock door wide open.

You will find 4 painters and one weaver. I hope that we can persuade Philippe to do some demonstrating with his incredible loom. If you want to check out some of their work, you can find them all on instagram.

@nancyb78 @roderikmayne @pennygriffin art

I’m updating my website so you might find it ‘under construction’ for a bit, but you can always see a lot of my work in my instagram @gailwilliamsartist. 

If you can’t make this studio open house, I am always happy to welcome you at another time.

Here’s a taste of what you’ll find at the OPEN STUDIO this Sat.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

Spirit Trees

36 x 24

acrylic on canvas

Coming Through

36 x 24

acrylic on canvas

You’re Invited!

• OPEN STUDIO , StudioMack

63 Mack Ave, unit 12

Sat Sept 9, 12-5

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window 

• Taren White Gallery

13 Grand River St N, Paris , ON

The Inspo Show

2023-23 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

WELCOME TO OUR STUDIO!

Hope you’ve got a wonderful long W/E planned. The last one of the summer and it looks like the weather is cooperating here in southern Ontario. 

Here at StudioMack we’ve decided to kick the fall season off with an open house at our new space on Mack Ave. There are 5 creative geniuses sharing a big open room and we are inviting everyone we know to see what we’ve been up to since we moved here in February.

Please bring your friends and join us for our first open studio event.

WHAT : StudioMack Open Studio 

WHERE : 63 Mack Ave, Unit 12 (Mack runs east off Danforth Rd)

WHEN : Sat, Sept 9, 12 - 5 pm

I’ve included a photo of the outside of the building as there is no clearly visible number. There is parking at the rear of the building.

I’ve also attached my most recently completed painting, a little 20 x 20 acrylic on canvas, that is titled ‘Fall Down 7, Get Up 8’ It’s in my newest series of Warrior Women.

I truly appreciate your support of my art adventure. 

See you next WE.

Rock on

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

Fall Down 7, Get Up 8

20 x 20 in acrylic on canvas

$600.00 Available

63 Mack Ave, Unit 12 (runs east off Danforth Rd)

Parking at the rear

You’re Invited!

• StudioMack Open Studio

  Sat Sept 9, 12-5

  63 Mack Ave, Unit 12

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

  Ongoing..my art is in the window 

• Taren White Gallery

  13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

  The Inspo Show

2023-22 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

HOT DEAL OF THE SUMMER

It’s been a hot time in the city hasn’t it? I hope you’re able to get outta Dodge some time soon. I’ve not missed one summer in northern Ontario except for the Covid year. Of course I realize that Thunder Bay might not be on the top of your list for vacation, but different strokes for different folks! What’s not to like about clear skies, sunny days and cool nights, and the majestic views of Lake Superior. This year I get to play in the waves with Fox and Theo and Ingrie and Joanna. How much fun that will be!

This is my second last newsletter til September so I thought I’d have a SPECIAL OFFER on one of my most recent paintings. If you’ve seen my IG postings you might recall a painting that I’ve added a painted ‘frame’ to. It had been called ‘The Protector’ but it’s been changed. An IG friend sent me her take on the painting which prompted me to recall an ‘adorable grandson’ story.

Joanna and her boys lived in a 2 storey apartment. One day she heard an almighty crash coming from upstairs. A little voice calls down ‘Nothing Happening Here’ You can see where this is going can’t you?

Here’s the deal. If you’d like to see ‘Nothing Happening Here’ on your wall and order it by July 31, I am offering it at a huge discount. Instead of $2500, it will be $2000.00 You can even put it on layaway. Free delivery in the GTA. It is 36 x 36 in, acrylic, gallery wrapped. ready to hang.

FIRST COME FIRST SERVED !

Thanks so much for your interest. Enjoy the heat!

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

NOTHING HAPPENING HERE…36 x 36 in, acrylic, gallery wrapped

HOT DEAL …$2000.00 (reg price $2500.00)

Frida, Cyndi, Maja and Margaret are having a party at Taren’s . Which one will you take home?

Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON.

Watermelon Anyone? and Hilary on the wall at the Taren White Gallery

Watermelon Anyone? , 20 x 20, acrylic

Currently in Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

You’re Invited

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window

www.ahnisnabae-art.com

• BLOSSOM AND TEMPEST

928 Kingston Rd, near Lawlor Ave

Pretty Little Things (a curated selection of 6x6’s)

• TAREN WHITE GALLERY

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

Head Shots showing July, August, September

https://tarenwhitegallery.com/pages/contact

2023-21 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

FEELIN HOT! HOT! HOT!

Love it or hate it…it really doesn’t matter does it? This is our summer and with all our moaning about winter you’d think we’d realize we just have to give in. Or move to …..I was going to write down Paradise (aka Thunder Bay) but then I remembered they do get minus 50 sometimes. Plus a whole lot of snow. My strategy is to slow down and sit in the AC. And visit friends who have pools (thanks Dee) Although the addition of refreshing cocktails served by attractive models would also be nice. But her building does not have that amenity. ):

During the summer months I do not partake in any outdoor art fairs. I’m focussing my efforts to get my art out there by applying to galleries for representation. If you’re visiting somewhere you think my art would be a good fit, I’d really appreciate hearing about it.

If you’ve got a road trip in mind, please visit my art in the Ahnisnabae Gallery in Thunder Bay. As I grew up there, Louise has kindly displayed my paintings in the past and now has 5 pieces in her amazing space. She has a stunning collection of indigenous art from across Canada. I have bought several painting by Linus Woods, an artist from Manitoba. I love his vibrant use of colour to tell his stories.

Louise’s gallery is at 18 S Court St. Thunder Bay.

www.ahnisnabae-art.com

Closer to home, you can visit Paris ON. There you will find some of my Head Shots series in the delightful Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River St N, on the main street. The gallery opens onto the Grand River and Taren has lots of events happening in the gallery this season so check her website for details. I’ll be giving an artist talk in September. Date TBD.

www.tarenwhitegallery.com

Here’s this week’s education tidbit. I’ve always thought my art had a surrealistic aspect to it so reading about the Surrealists had a certain interest for me. Enjoy.

https://www.moma.org/learn/moma_learning/themes/surrealism/tapping-the-subconscious-automatism-and-dreams/

Attached you’ll see a recent painting that finally has a name. It is ‘Spirit Tree’ It started as a random pour of paint that I covered with cello. Check out some past Instagram posts where you can see the process in action.

Thanks again for reading and supporting my art adventure. I love having you along.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

Spirit Trees, 36 in x 24 in, acrylic on canvas

See how many spirits you can find. It’s kind of like ‘Find Waldo’(:

The Night Was Brilliant With Stars, 40x30 in, see how it looks on a wall

In the Ahnisnabae Gallery, 18 S Court St, Thunder Bay

The Night Was Brilliant with Stars, 40 x 30 in, acrylic on canvas.

Watermelon Anyone? , 20 x 20, acrylic

Currently in Taren White Gallery, 13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

You’re Invited

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window

www.ahnisnabae-art.com

• BLOSSOM AND TEMPEST

928 Kingston Rd, near Lawlor Ave

Pretty Little Things (a curated selection of 6x6’s)

• TAREN WHITE GALLERY

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

Head Shots showing July, August, September

https://tarenwhitegallery.com/pages/contact

2023-20 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

HAPPY CANADA DAY !

Are you the type to plan your summer down to the last detail or are you a ‘just go with the flow’ kind of person? When I worked full time as a radiation therapist, we had to choose our holidays a year in advance due to the structure of that job. So I got used to planning the valuable vacation time. But now that I have the summer spread out I tend to be a little more relaxed as to when and how I’ll spend the precious days of warmth.

This year I’ll be going up to PARADISE, (aka Thunder Bay) as I mentioned before, but I’ll also be able to take the darling and busy grandsons hiking the ravines in Toronto and swimming in Lake Ontario. It doesn’t take much for 2 boys to make an adventure out of anything.

It was a great trip to Paris, ON to deliver some paintings to the very welcoming and gorgeous Taren White Gallery. Tracy and I were Thelma and Louise, (without the cliff) as we found our way down to that lovely town. I’m attaching a few photos of the art that will be on the walls for the months of July, August and September. I hope you take the drive.

http://tarenwhitegallery.com

Hope you have time to celebrate this special day with family and friends.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

This is Hilary. She is one of my favourite writers. Hilary Mantell

20 x 20 in, acrylic with painted ‘frame’ See it in person in Paris.

Cyndi (Lauper) of course. Girls just wanna have fu..un! We do!

20 x 20 in, with a painted ‘frame’

The Inspo Show at Taren White Gallery

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

You’re Invited

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window

• BLOSSOM AND TEMPEST

928 Kingston Rd, near Lawlor Ave

Pretty Little Things (a curated selection of 6x6’s)

• TAREN WHITE GALLERY

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

Head Shots showing July, August, September

https://tarenwhitegallery.com/pages/contact

2023-19 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

SUMMERTIME and the Living is Easy

Does it seem to you that here in Canada, summer just surprises us every time. All of a sudden, it’s HOT! I know I must be getting older because I’m actually not complaining (too much) about the heat. Although as soon as I can’t see downtown clearly from my east end neighbourhood, I just want to shout “Take me out of here!!” You know I just want to head north to Paradise (AKA Thunder Bay) to the clear skies, sunshine and cooler nights. Plus swimming in Lake Superior, sauna every day and marshmallow roasts.

I love getting suggestions from my friends here who send me really interesting information about art events and artists, especially female artist. Laila sent me an article about Sahara Longe, a British female artists who is with Timothy Taylor gallery in London, UK. Check her out, she does fabulous figures.

https://www.timothytaylor.com/artists/sahara-longe/

I’m planning on putting this gallery on my itinerary for my next London trip.

It’s confirmed! Taren White Gallery in Paris, ON is featuring me as a guest artist for the months of July, August and September. I am beyond excited as she has asked for some of my Head Shots series. Her stunning gallery is at 13 Grand River St N, on the main street of that lovely town and has a deck overlooking the Grand River. It is so pretty. I can’t wait to take my paintings to her. If you are able to plan a road trip to see some of Ontario’s picturesque towns, please include Paris and pop in to say hello to Taren and my paintings. I’m sending Cyndi, Frida , Hilary and Watermelon Anyone. They are mostly named for famous female creators. I’m sure you’ll guess who Cyndi and Frida are named for, but Hilary might have you stumped. Hilary is the wonderful British writer of ‘Wolf Hall’ and ‘Bring up the Bodies’. I’ll be doing an artist talk there in September. Date TBD. Check my website in the Head Shots series.

www.gailwilliamsartist.com

Check Taren White Gallery for info about her fabulous shop.

https://tarenwhitegallery.com/pages/contact

You’ve probably noticed that I’ve been loving the fluorescent colours for a while now and recently I discovered some new ones by Holbein. Here are two recent paintings using the dramatic ‘opera’ (a vibrant pink) and violet. Enjoy. I’m not sure when they will be taken out for a viewing, but if you fall in love with them, you are welcome to visit my studio or we can arrange a home visit. I’d love to know which one you like best.

Don’t forget that I welcome layaways.

And as always, please know how much I value your support and interest in my art adventure. I’m so glad to have you along for the ride.

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

This one is unnamed as of yet. I would love some suggestions.

It’s 36 in x 24 in. and even more gorgeous in person

Homage to the Red Dress… in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day

24 in x 36 in, acrylic on canvas, a photo doesn't do the vibrant colours justice . Does this one speak to you?

For those who won’t make it to Paradise this year.

A full moon, the beautiful Lake Superior, the iconic Sleeping Giant

You’re Invited

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window

• BLOSSOM AND TEMPEST

928 Kingston Rd, near Lawlor Ave

Pretty Little Things (a curated selection of 6x6’s)

• TAREN WHITE GALLERY

13 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

Head Shots showing July, August, September

https://tarenwhitegallery.com/pages/contact