Winners of Raffle 2 – Nelson Surette Print

The three winners of the second round of the signed Nelson Surette prints were:

Garry Knigtt, Mona Barrows and Bill Barton. All were contacted and were most excited to have won. Like. WOW!, I never won anything before.

Funny how these days you have to affirm “no this is not a scam, you actually did win.”

Serving Youth and Elders

On October 3rd we had an exceptional day. We had a group ofstudents from Drumlin Heights visit The Gallery in the morning for a visit to the Nelson Surette exhibit and art experience and in the afternoon we had a group of elderly from The Meadows to visit the art exhibit and enjoy stories and jokes by Lauren d’Entremont. Thanks to Daecy d’Eon for her leadership and to Dan Earle and Jude Fulton for their support.

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School Children Love Art

During September and October the Friends have and will be sponsoring school visits by students from French and English schools to the Nelson Surette exhibit at The Gallery in Yarmouth. The students had an art experience with a docent exploring paintings in the gallery and also did an original art work based on the exhibit.

Here is an example of art based on the Nelson Surette use of Acadian dories used in his paintings.

Nelson Surette Print Raffle Won

We are pleased to announce that the raffle prize for the $100 Nelson Surette signed and authenticated print was won by Anne Skipton of Tomball, Texas. She was here for the Acadian Congress and graced us by purchasing a raffle ticket. Congratulations Anne.

Nelson Surette inspired workshop held in Community Room

August 25th saw the gathering of 17 eager participants in a workshop based on Nelson Surette. They first met in The Gallery to look at the art under the guidance of Darcy d’eon and gain insight into its historic setting by art historian Candace Clements. From there they progressed to the Community Room where Dan Earle and Darcy d’Eon guided and encouraged their painting. The unique portion was that there were no brushes used as many of Nelson Surettes paintings were done using his fingers. Also, like Nelson Surette, it was suggested the artists paint from their head about things with which they were familiar.

A few sample images below. There were many more.

Dan Earle. Darcy d'Eon, Candace Clements
Dan Earle, Darcy d’Eon, Candace Clements give introduction.

Carl Doty Arts Scholarships Awarded

In two ceremonies the 2024 recipients of the Carl Doty arts scholarships were awarded to this year’s recipients.

Joshua Jongyoon Park

Student at Shelburne Regional High School.

Joshua became interested in art at a very early age and by the age of 13 was sharing his work on Instagram (bagjongyoon144). 

He has used a variety of art media, including graphite, acrylic, oil, and watercolour and enjoys challenging himself to a high degree of detail.

He is a member of the Shelburne County Arts Council, has been commissioned on three different works of art, has exhibited at two local art venues in Yarmouth and Shelburne and was honoured to be considered for the Nova Scotia Minister’s Awards for Creative Excellence in the Arts. 

He is currently a BDES (Hons) Graphic Design student at OCAD University registered full-time for the fall of 2024.

“Art will be my path in life and I’m looking forward to post secondary education in the Arts.” Joshua

Mia (Gyoung min) Koo

Student at Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School

Since childhood, Mia had a passion for art. At first, she focused solely on fine art but

 for the past three years has ventured into graphic design and has been exploring 

   new visual experiences and honing her skills through typography, posters, 

   printmaking and motion graphics.

  Currently she is experimenting with various art genres such as sculpture, 3D art,

  acrylic and oil painting. 

  She is currently registered at The Sheridan College Institute of Technology and

  Advanced Learning and will commence the Honours Bachelor of Craft and Design

  program in September.

“I am excited to continue my journey of art exploration and growth as I pursue my

  passion for both traditional art and graphic design.”   Mia

Opening Events at THE GALLERY

In August 2024 the Friends of The Gallery were able to reopen the gallery space in Yarmouth for a once in a lifetime showing of the work of Nelson Surette. Over the course of the showing we had over 1000 visitors at events and general daily attendance. These are images from the openings.

Wednesday, July 3. Much appreciated local coverage.

2021 Carl Doty Scholarship Offered

The Carl Doty Art /Design Scholarship

July 16, 2021

This scholarship is in honour of Yarmouthian Carl Doty- philanthropist, patron of the arts, supporter of the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and the Friends of the AGNS Western Branch Society.

The scholarship, valued at $1500., is to offset the costs of tuition/training of a student who is in his or her final year in high school, community college or home schooling in Yarmouth, Digby or Shelburne, who intends to study art/design in a recognized program (or setting) of higher learning. Students may also apply who are enrolled in their first or second year of our listed professional areas.

The scholarship is administered by the executive of the Friends of the AGNS Western Branch Society along with a designated member of the Yarmouth Arts Society. All applicants will be advised of the results, and the recipient will be recognized at their graduation ceremony. A cheque will be sent directly to the institution once proof of enrollment is provided.

The completed application form (attached) including artwork, personal essay and sealed reference letter from an art teacher/instructor must be received by July 16, 2021 .

By mail:                                                            Dropped off at:      

Jude Fulton                     Yarmouth Creatives 

925 Highway 340                OR                      Yarmouth Mall

South Ohio NS                                                 11 am to 5 pm Mon.-Sat.

B5A 5N2                                                 12 pm to 5 pm Sun.  

CRITERIA

  1. The applicant must submit three (3) original pieces that exemplify your particular interest (painting, etching, sculpture, photography, etc.|). Each work must be identified with your name, title and address.
  1. The applicant must submit a personal essay, maximum 600 words. The essay must cover these three points:
  1. Insights into the three pieces of art you have submitted.
  2. Your future plans.
  3. Tell us something about who you are.
  1. The applicant must provide a sealed letter of reference from an art or design teacher/instructor/mentor.

The Carl Doty Art /Design Scholarship – APPLICATION FORM

July 16, 2021

Student’s name:

Date of application:

Mailing Address (including Postal Code)

Telephone number:

Email:

Name of school currently attending:

Name of post-secondary institution or training program you plan to attend:

Work #1 

      Title and medium:

Work #2

       Title and Medium:

Work #3 

       Title and Medium:

APPLICANT’S SIGNATURE:

My application includes three pieces of artwork as specified, my essay and a sealed letter of reference. The artwork is original and is mine. 

Signed: ____________________________________________________________

Sara Corning

FAMILY SUNDAY: WHO IS YOUR HERO?

Sunday, 15 September 2019 – 1:00pm to 3:00pmFAMILY SUNDAYS

With the Sarah Corning Society celebrating Yarmouth hero Sarah Corning, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia invites you to create your own hero!

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia has partnered with the Sarah Corning Society for this Family Sunday to welcome Syrian refugees and other newcomers to the Yarmouth region. Come along and greet new families in our community. All are welcome!

As part of the Family Sunday activity, create a booklet about the heroes in your community that make you proud.

  • All materials will be supplied.
  • Regular admission will include the workshop.
  • All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Sarah Corning is much more than a historical figure from Nova Scotia’s past. Sarah’s humanitarianism and service (1919-1930) to the victims of the Armenian genocide is reflected in how we embrace refugees and welcome them as new Canadians. She was a hero to many young children who lost their homes and families.