2024-02 Living Artfully with Gail

Hello Dear Art Lover

At Laaassstt!!

Finally I get to let you in on the most excellent exciting project that I have been privileged to launch. 

WE’RE OPENING A GALLERY!!!

Yes you can believe your eyes. Right here in the east end of Toronto, a 5 minute drive from my home, on Queen St.

Two years ago I had the good fortune to meet a dynamic young woman, Tracy, a talented artist and former gallery owner. We have so much in common that it’s a little freaky sometimes. Please check out her awesome artwork.

www.tracydaviesart.ca

@tracydaviesart

We signed the lease Feb 1 and have this absolutely beautiful light filled space. It’s a mixed vibe of industrial and elegance. Huge windows and a funky atmosphere where all the artists we’ll attract will feel at home. A new place for visitors and art lovers to view up and coming and established contemporary and modern artists. We have a grand vision and can’t wait to send out the invitations to our opening gala in mid March.

What’s is called? you say? Introducing The Jackalope Contemporary Art Gallery. We chose this name because the jackalope fits our attitude. It’s memorable, unusual and a little quirky…just like us.

The Jackalope is a mythical North American hybrid animal, part jack rabbit and part antelope. They are stealthy, refined and can sing. Their weakness is whisky (no surprise) The Jackalope is a symbol of good fortune and prosperity. Please save March 16 for our debut.

The address is 1558 Queen St E, just west of Coxwell Ave. We hope you will visit often and enjoy the wonderful treasures that we plan on displaying or attend one of the events we will host. 

Rock on,

Gail

YOUR HOME + YOUR STYLE + MY ART

Logo is a work in progress

But I think this says 1000 words

Introducing Tracy Davies and Gail Williams

Owners of The Jackalope Contemporary Art Gallery

1558 Queen St E, Toronto

Blue skies are shining on the Jackalope 

In the ‘green house’ at 1558 Queen St E

YOU ARE INVITED…

• Ahnisnabae Art Gallery, 18 Court St, Thunder Bay

Ongoing..my art is in the window

• Focus Project Gallery, MELT Gallery,

Oct 10 - Nov 3,

343 County Rd 22, 

Barrack 3,

Picton, ON, K0K 2T0

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