OSA Annual Open Juried Exhibition
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The Unquiet North We looked for work that speaks to the present moment—whether through defiance or reflection, resistance or resilience. Some have honoured the past, others challenged the future, but all carried the energy of a North that refuses to be still. From bold statements to quiet tensions, we invited artists across all mediums to capture the raw, unfiltered spirit of a country in motion. Le Nord Agité Award Winners
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A message from our President: Dear members and artists submitting to the 151st Ontario Society of Artists Annual Open Juried Exhibition 2025 entitled “The Unquiet Nord”, “Le Nord le Agité “, The OSA thanks you for your interest in our call for artists, which has once again become a successful exhibition with more than 195 applications. It is a great pleasure for us to have your support and the sponsors for the project. (The Japanese Paper Place and Above Ground Art Supplies) This year, 40 works of high artistic quality were chosen, which were also the best examples of the exhibition's theme. Your response is invaluable to us. It is also very important to note that this exhibition will be held at the Donna Child Gallery with the intention of seeking the best display of your artwork in the Ontario and GTA markets. The intention of this exhibition is also to powerfully demonstrate the social position of Canadians in the face of international sociopolitical issues. Please continue to follow our work and join us for the exhibition opening next Saturday, June 21, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. César Forero, President Awards Awards will be presented at the Opening Reception Best in Show: $1,000 Life Member’s Award: $1000 Eleanor Besen Award to an OSA member: $1000 Ethel Raicus Student Award to a student from Central Techincal School: $200 Two Honourable Mentions: $200 each Additional Awards |
The Ontario Society of Artists (OSA) invited all Canadian artists to apply for our 2025 Open Juried Exhibition. This is an annual exhibition of the OSA with the purpose of promoting the best art that Canada has to offer. The OSA is Ontario’s oldest and longest running Art Society, with a long history of excellence since 1872. The Exhibition Space: The Donna Child Fine Art Gallery 365 Evans Avenue, Suite 101, Toronto, ON M8X 1K2 https://donnachildfineart.com/ A premier Toronto-based art gallery representing a diverse group of Canadian and international painters, sculptors, and photographers. Their expert team specializes in art acquisition, collection management, curation, project management, art installation, placement, insurance valuation, restoration, conservation, and custom framing design. |
Our Jurors: Melissa La Porte Melissa La Porte has been the Executive Director/Curator at the Temiskaming Art Gallery since 2017 and is a founding member of the Yes We Can curatorial collective. She holds a Master’s degree in Comparative Literatures and the Arts from Brock University and a Master’s degree in Art and Visual Culture from Guelph University. She is passionate about innovative, inclusive art projects that are accessible to everyone, while pushing the boundaries of the status quo. She is a firm believer that art makes the world a better place. Virginia M. Eichhorn Virginia M. Eichhorn has over 30 years of experience in the visual arts. A professor at Georgian College (Barrie Campus), she specializes in post-graduate museum and gallery studies. She holds a degree in Art History from Queen’s University and pursued further studies at the University of Toronto. Cesar Forero, Forero is a Colombian/Canadian, BIPOC and member of the LGTBQIA2S+ artist with background in architecture, sculpture, painting, and public performance. He is currently the president of the Ontario Society of Artists. He is a member and exhibition coordinator of the International Academy of Ceramist AIC/IAC. He holds an MA from the Minnesota State University and MFA from the University of Waterloo, Ontario. His artworks and performances are shown worldwide, stand in public and private collections and has been nationally and internationally awarded. His practice emphasizes on social humanitarian and environmental issues. He is fluent in English, Spanish, French and German. As a hobby, Forero cultivates a passion for bonsai. Curators' Remarks |
Other Terms and Conditions The decision of the jury is final. By submitting to this exhibition, you agreed to allow reproduction of your digital files for educational, publicity and archival purposes, unless we were informed otherwise in writing. You also gave the OSA permission to communicate with you via e-mail about this and future events. For additional information or questions, please contact: Marlene Kawalez: marleneak777@gmail.com or Kelly Borgers: fuzzybeastphotography@gmail.com |