THE MCMICHAEL COLLECTION

Due to the generosity of Robert and Signe McMichael , a beautiful gallery in Kleinberg, Ontario houses the Group of Seven artists' collection, many works by Emily Carr, Inuit, Northwest Coastal Native Art and Woodland Native art by such persons as Norval Morrisseau. The grounds have developed with the northern pine trees to reflect the parts of Ontario where many paintings were created. Major Canadian artist Tom Thomson painted in Algonquin Park which ironically is where he died at a young age. His main works are there in the gallery. A.Y. Jackson, J.E. H. MacDonald, Lawren Harris, Arthur Lismer, F. H. Varley, Franklin Carmichael and A. J. Casson forming the Group of Seven- their works are the masterpieces of the collection. It is easy to stop and reflect on each painting or go from room to room to obtain an overview of each artist's style. Different exhibits of new artists or themes are displayed occasionally so there is always something new to enjoy along with the original exhibits. This is one of my favourite places to visit and it is very close to my home- an easy drive of 20 minutes. When there have been family guests, it is a spot to take them and to have them gain a glimpse into Canadian art from the landscape perspective in a peaceful, quiet, rustic setting.

Do you have a favourite art gallery? What type of art do you love? Are you eclectic? Liking art from different eras and styles? Do you like one particular style only? Like a photo, a picture captures a moment in time.