The Riviera Gallery
The Riviera Ward's Island Kitchen + Gallery hosts the artwork of Toronto Island artists with rotating monthly exhibitions.
On View -
Joanna Kidd
Saints of the Sandbar
September 7 - October 1
With Saints of the Sandbar, Joanna Kidd has created a miscellany of carved wooden saints to protect residents and visitors to Toronto Island. The exhibition is rooted in the rich history of the Island and includes the Patron Saints of mariners, rum runners, swimmers, paddlers and ice skaters. There are twelve saints in all, each carrying the symbols of his or her trade, and each standing in a distinctive surround. Ready to protect, preserve and please.
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 7th, 7-9pm
Saint Valiente, the Patron Saint of Ferry Captains and Ferry Passengers, 2021
Joanna Kidd
Past Exhibitions -
Linda Rosenbaum and Susan Roy
Colour*full
August 2 - September 6
The exhibit features beautifully hand-painted black & white photographs by Linda Rosenbaum and intricately sculpted Paper Works by Susan Roy. Colour and texture is the thread that connect the work.
Opening Reception: Thursday, August 3rd, 7 to 9 pm
Untitled, Linda Rosenbaum
California #5, Susan Roy
Nancy Moore:
New Perspectives
July 6 - July 30
Nancy Moore’s exhibition New Perspectives is a collection of oil paintings that focus on landscape, still life and the nautical world.
Opening Reception: Thursday, July 6, 7 to 9 pm
Nancy Moore, Allusion, 2023
Oil on Canvas, 10" x 10"
Rosemary Parson:
Retrospective Exhibition
June 1 - July 2, 2023
Rosemary Parson's exhibition is a retrospective of her paintings from the mid 1970's to present day.
Rosemary works with various mediums including gouache and acrylics. Her paintings, characterized by bold colour and intricate detail, often elicit an emotional response.
Opening Reception: Thursday, June 1, 7-9PM.
Rosemary Parson, Girl in Red Dress, 2023
Cold Wax and Oil Collage, 29" x 25"
Paige Brodie: Washed
May 4 - May 28, 2023
Paige's work is a celebration of colour and the freedom of abstract through oil paint and layers of washes. Bright ombre patterns on long vertical canvas sometimes mimic a dreamy horizon viewed through a window.
Opening Reception: Thursday, May 4th, 7-9PM.
Paige Brodie, Washed Series 4, 2023
Oil and Wash on Canvas, 20" x 8"