Fall & Winter 2024-2025 Exhibitions at Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives

Gina Rorai, Are You There, 2007, acrylic on canvas, 181 x 153 cm. Gift of David Urban and Gina Rorai, 2007. © Gina Rorai

Local Talents Shine at PAMA this Fall/Winter

Explore the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), located in beautiful downtown Brampton across from Gage Park. Discover new exhibitions; In Love and In Art: Jim Reid, Gina Rorai, Peggy Taylor Reid and David Urban and David Blackwood: Ode to Newfoundland showcasing captivating works from PAMA’s art collection. Experience the new outdoors banners featuring powerful illustrations from local artist Meegan Lim titled Apple a Day. Don’t miss PAMA’s free Open House on Sunday, November 24, 1 – 5 pm. Tour our historic spaces, new exhibitions and meet all the artists and exhibition partners who have contributed to a fantastic fall/winter line-up!

In Love and In Art
Jim Reid, Gina Rorai, Peggy Taylor Reid, and David Urban

November 23, 2024 – April 6, 2025
Curated by Sharona Adamowicz-Clements

Drawn from the permanent collection, works by two contemporary artist couples: Jim Reid and Peggy Taylor Reid as well as Gina Rorai and David Urban will focus on moments in the artists’ creative development and consider what stylistic parallels or thematic crossovers may arise. What advantages do artist couples experience when they share a profession and a life?

In Love and In Art considers the artmaking of artists in intimate and long-term relationships, and questions whether that may have an impact on the trajectory of the individual artist’s practice.

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David Blackwood, Abandoned Root Cellar, 1969, watercolour on paper. Gift of Dr. David and Mrs. Carol Dickson, 2023. © Estate of David Blackwood

David Blackwood: Ode to Newfoundland

November 23, 2024 – March 23, 2025
Curated by Sharona Adamowicz-Clements

A recent acquisition of works on paper from local collectors Carol Dickson and Dr. David Dickson, by nationally acclaimed artist, the late David Blackwood will be on view in David Blackwood: Ode to Newfoundland. The works consist of the famed dark and moody intaglio prints of the seafaring communities of Newfoundland’s yesteryear with which Blackwood was closely familiar, including The Lost Party series that recounts the tragic story of seal hunters trapped in ice, as well as watercolour landscape paintings of the artist’s beloved province.

This exhibition recognizes the seminal role that donors play in shaping the permanent collection and the value of relationship building between collectors and PAMA.

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Meegan Lim: Apple a Day

November 21, 2024 – March 30, 2025
Curated by Sharona Adamowicz-Clements

Brampton-based emerging artist Meegan Lim’s Apple a Day draws attention to food insecurity in today’s economic reality of high inflation and rising costs of living. Reminiscent of the fairytale of Jack and the Beanstalk, her colourful illustration of people competing to climb a massive, tall tree crowned by an encased golden apple shows life’s constant struggle to reach the top of the metaphorical financial ladder. But there is hope through ingenuity in resource finding and sharing so all have a chance to achieve the prescribed goal of a healthy lifestyle and have their apple a day.

In partnership with Brampton Arts Organization (BAO), this exhibition will be presented on PAMA’s outdoor banners.

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Exciting Event Highlights

Music Night Featuring the Brampton Folk Club
November 21, 7 – 8:30 pm
Included in general admission. Recommended for adults, but all music lover’s welcome. Free for members.

Enjoy the musical talents of local artists and explore our historic spaces with an intimate concert experience featuring the Brampton Folk Club. Featuring “East Coast Kitchen Party” with the Celtic and East Coast duo Brown Ale and friends.

PAMA Open House
Sunday, November 24, 1 – 5 pm
Free admission

Explore a diverse array of new exhibitions and engage with artists and contributors at this unique FREE event! Ideal for both newcomers and long-time supporters, it promises a vibrant cultural experience.

Heart and Soul – Poetry Performance at PAMA
November 28, 7 – 8:30 pm
Included with general admission, no pre-registration required. Walk-ins are welcome.

Join PAMA and Mississauga Poet Laureate Andrea Josic for an evening of poetry exploring love, relationships, and creative inspiration. Enjoy performances from Mississauga’s emerging poetic talent, linked to PAMA’s exhibition In Love and In Art.

Connections Art and Book Club
December 5, 7 – 8:30 pm
This program will take place at PAMA. Free. Registration is required with Brampton Library. Register Here.

Literature and visual arts connect in this distinctive book club. Join Brampton Library and PAMA for a discussion of the book Rage the Night by Donna Morrissey. Rage the Night is a gripping novel that explores themes of loss, redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit in the harsh landscape of Newfoundland. The book discussion will be paired with a tour of David Blackwood: Ode to Newfoundland which highlights a recent acquisition of works by nationally acclaimed artist David Blackwood, including the dark and moody depictions of the seafaring communities of Newfoundland’s yesteryear with which Blackwood was closely familiar.

PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel region’s culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions, and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families, and adults. With so many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone. Operated by Peel Region, PAMA is located at 9 Wellington Street East in Brampton. Visit pama.peelregion.ca or call 905-791-4055 to learn more.