News & Updates

Maybe 13 is an unlucky number. The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly thrown a monkey wrench into the plans of many but A Gift of Art will not be deterred. As we have done for our Kid's Summer Art Camp, we have found a way to hold another signature event safely in 2020....

The long awaited news is real. Camp is happening. Due to the restrictions being placed on the opening we will only have 5 children in each room, with one counsellor and one helper in attendance. There will be far fewer spaces for children in summer camp this year. The...

In accordance with the provincial standard, the gallery is now open to all those practicing social distancing! We will be allowing groups of no more than 4 to come into the gallery wearing both masks and gloves. If you do not have masks or gloves, they will be...

With over 65 entries for the photography contest, the judges' feedback overall was that there were so many exceptional photos submitted. While you may not see your name as a winner, your photo may have been a favourite of a judge and they cannot wait to see what is...

Comments like “the stories were so well thought out and written”, “keep writing” and “hope you enter again next year” were made by the judges. In the Junior category (grades 1-5 & 6-9), congratulations to: Emily who wrote Journey to the North Pole and Elliot who...

While we currently stay in the safety of our own homes to #flattenthecurve, we wanted to bring some of A Gift of Art to you! A Gift of Art Presents one of our newest instructors and local artist, Todd Tremeer. This show consists of a series of closely observed...

UPDATE: Tuesday March 24, 2020 Our Gallery is CLOSED in compliance with the provincial directive! We will miss your visits! Please continue to reach out to us by telephone (905)-987-2264 and on Facebook. We welcome your inquiries, comments and suggestions. Subscribe...

Congratulations to Ian Bodnaryk and Margaret Brackley! Both A Gift of Art instructors were winners at the recent East Central Ontario Art Association’s 62nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition and Sale. Ian's acrylic painting “Dream” (below) won Juror’s Choice. Margaret's...

Opening Reception: Sunday, March 1, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Show closes March 28, 2020 Location:A Gift of Art187 King Ave. East, Newcastle, ON You are invited to this showcase of the work of one our newest instructors, Todd Tremeer. The show consists of aseries of...