Local Artist Megan Mare Debuts First Solo Exhibition at Shelburne Town Hall Art Gallery

Shelburne’s art scene is set to shine this September with the launch of Threads and Strokes: A Tapestry of Expression, the first solo exhibition by emerging Canadian artist Megan Mare. The show opens on September 8 and runs through September 26, with a public reception on Sunday, September 7 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Shelburne Town Hall Art Gallery.

Mare’s work is a celebration of experimentation and self-expression, blending plaster and pigment paintings, bleach-dyed textiles, and mixed media pieces. Her unique approach creates a dynamic interplay between structure and spontaneity, inviting viewers to explore the tactile and visual richness of each piece.

About the Artist – Megan Mare

Megan Mare is an artist and maker based in Canada. A graduate of OCAD University in Fine Arts, she rediscovered her creative practice in 2020, launching Cozy Knits N Knots, a business dedicated to handmade textiles and home goods, and is a practicing artist and facilitator at Streams Community Hub, a local art charity in Dufferin County.

Her work blends painting, textile art, and mixed media, often emphasizing tactile surfaces and bold colour. Threads and Strokes marks her premiere exhibition, showcasing her passion for experimentation and self-expression across multiple forms.

The gallery, located at 203 Main Street East, is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the work of a rising local talent whose art is as bold and imaginative as it is beautiful.

Stay connected with Megan:

Website https://cozy-knits-n-knots.ca/
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