Mainly Art on Main

Orange is such a vibrant and warm colour. 

This wall sculpture by Carole Davidson has 

extra sparkle thanks to the shiny metal.

Looking for unique pieces of art for yourself or a friend? A visit to North Bay's Art on Main is sure to solve that problem. The downtown artists' collective showcases a great mix of locally-made sculptures, paintings, jewellery, pottery and more. Look for pieces that "speak to you", in shape, colour or texture; they are sure to be conversation starters also at home!

Check out the following pieces that caught my eye recently:

Carole Davidson turns thin sheets of copper, brass,
aluminum and silver into beautiful works of art.

       Tracey Timpano's Klimt-inspired painting

       stands out...

         ...and so does this humorous painting

         by Barry Burniston, in more than one way!

     Kathleen Atkinson Hindle shows a fresh take 

     on wrought iron. Imagine the interesting shadows

     from this tree-branch sculpture when the candles 

     are lit!

             Kathleen also makes funky jewellery. 

   Quirky? Yes! Fun? Absolutely!

                  The occasional table by Kathleen

                  Atkinson Hindle is made from an

                  old, rusty car brake rotor filled with 

                  concrete. On top of the table: a cute 

                  tree sculpture. Birds included!

Terryl Ryan is the artist behind this cute basket. 

Ideal for your fall apples! 

 And how about this basket, also by Terryl Ryan,

    for all your design magazines?

                Nice colour combination in this

                rug by Terryl Ryan.

                

One-of-a-kind at Art on Main

Bruce Cull is one of the artists
represented at Art on Main.

There is a special satisfaction in buying "one-of-a-kind": nobody else will have the same thing. In addition, if you know that the piece you just brought home is made by a local artist, the sense of pride and contentment is double. What a great starting point for creating a personalized and unique space! 


Art on Main in downtown North Bay boasts a wide range of original objects. The artists' collective has paintings, sculptures, photography, pottery, wood, weaving, basketry and more. I am amazed at how the gallery always seems to offer something for every taste. Here you find contemporary art alongside traditional images of northern Ontario. And inventive jewellry shares the shelves with functional pottery. Eclectic! 


These are some of the items that caught my eye during my most recent visit:

  

                          Sergio Golod's colourful glass plates are absolutely stunning.

I love the combination of objects in this cheery wall tapestry by multi-media artist Rachel Robitaille.  "Bollywood Salsa".

Another decorative wall tapestry by Rachel Robitaille. "Sapphire Adventure".

Rachel Robitaille also creates beautiful jewellry, like this necklace made of green stones.

One-of-a-kind wooden bowl by Michael Mathieu. The wood is taken from locally harvested trees.

This pottery set is so different and fun! Rosemary Thomas.

Pat Stamp's pottery (above and below) is genuine with a hint of whimsical.