Feheley Fine Arts

Snap from “Dualities”, an installation from the RBC Community Gallery.

The exhibition Dualities brings forward multiple perspectives from artists whose artwork emphasizes plurality by presenting conflating mediums, text, visual signifiers and concepts. The artworks provide viewers the opportunity to form multiple readings that give space for a middle ground on a journey toward a broader understanding of empathy, humour and an acknowledgement of difference

GOOD AND EVIL, Stone, antler and fur, 9 1/2 x 3 x 1 in.

Toonoo’s sculptures are renowned for their interplay of light and dark elements, depicting the connections between people and spirits. His work examines themes of religion, death, technology, and popular culture through a contemporary lens. His sculptural works depart from themes found in traditional Inuit art by delving into the colonial traumas affecting Inuit communities. Toonoo addressed significant issues such as addiction, residential schools, and su***de. His piece Good and Evil continue themes of the influence of Christianity in Inuit culture. The tall figures, standing side by side, exhibit a stark contrast: one grinning and the other frowning, both embodying a twisted nature. Their long robes, reminiscent of a priest, embody Toonoo’s fascination with the duality of good and evil forces.

Back in action post renovation 🥵

Feheley Fine Arts will be temporarily closed for renovations starting Saturday, August 3rd. The gallery will reopen on Tuesday, August 20th.

If you would like to enquire about artworks, please reach us by phone or email.

FOCUS ON: Lucy Tasseor Tutsweetok

Lucy Tasseor Tutsweetok (1934–2012), was a renowned carver originally from Nunalla, MB, before eventually settling in Arviat, NU, where she found her artistic community. Her identifiable and unique sculptural style – minimal, abstract and figurative, complete with protruding faces and untouched stone – is evocative of her childhood memories of drawing in the sand with her grandfather.

Tutsweetok’s sculptures have been shown across Canada and abroad, including exhibitions in the United States, France, Belgium, and Germany. She was the subject of a solo exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ontario in 2011, and her work can be found in the permanent collections of the National Gallery of Canada, Art Gallery of Ontario, and Winnipeg Art Gallery.

These five stone pieces exemplify Tutsweetok's exceptional artistry, making them our top five favourites of the week.

To view other available artworks by the artist, click the link:
https://feheleyfinearts.com/product-tag/lucy-tasseor-tutsweetok/

1. Faces, stone, 9 1/4 x 8 3/4 x 4 1/2 in.

2. Generations, stone, 9 x 6 x 4 in.

3. Composition (Faces Around), stone, 11 x 15 1/4 x 6 1/2 in.

4. Family Stone, stone, 14 x 9 3/8 x 9 in.

5. Face Totem, stone, 5 x 2 x 1 1/2 in.

CLOSING SOON 🧵 This is the final week to see Annie Taipanak’s solo exhibition at Feheley Fine Arts, closing this Saturday, July 20th.

Annie Taipanak (b. 1931) is an Inuk artist from Garry Lake, Nunavut. After moving to Qamani’tuaq (Baker Lake) in 1972, she joined a renowned group of female textile artists. Using wool cloth, felt, and cotton embroidery thread, she creates works featuring the land, traditional stories, and personal iconography. Taipanak is one of the few master textile artists from Qamani’tuaq who carry on this tradition.

To view the exhibition, click here: https://feheleyfinearts.com/exhibitions/annie-taipanak/

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Composition (Faces and Animals), c. late 1990s.
Duffel, felt, embroidery floss, 35 1/4 x 28 1/2 in.

For over twenty-five years, Paul Machnik and his renowned Montreal-based print atelier, Studio PM, have collaborated with artists from Kinngait Studios. Their introduction of etching and aquatint techniques revitalized the monochromatic etching medium, which had seen sporadic use in the 1960s and 1970s.

Machnik's approach significantly differs from earlier, more traditional methods. Firstly, he utilizes steel plates instead of copper, achieving a richer tonal quality. Secondly, he applies hand-coloured pigments directly onto the plate (à la poupée), resulting in prints with remarkable luminosity.

These pieces from Studio PM showcase the exquisite artistry of etching and aquatints, making them our favourites of the week.

1. Kenojuak Ashevak, VISION ON SPRING ICE, 2001. Etching & Aquatint,
38 1/2 x 42 in.

2. Napachie Pootoogook, RECONCILIATION, 2003. Etching & Aquatint, 29 1/4 x 28 1/2 in.

3. Ooloosie Saila, AFTER THE STORM, 2022. Etching & Aquatint, 22 x 24 in.

4. Sheojuk Etidlooie, NATSINNGUAQ I / LIKE A SEAL, 1998. Etching & Aquatint, 22 x 19 7/8 in.

5. Pitaloosie Saila, YOUNG SEDNA, 1997. Etching & aquatint, 22 1/4 x 30 in.

Today is Nunavut Day (Inuktitut: ᓄᓇᕗᑦ ᐅᓪᓗᖓ)!

Every year on July 9th, we celebrate the 1993 Canadian parliamentary decision to pass the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. This historic agreement led to the establishment of Nunavut as a separate territory from the Northwest Territories on April 1, 1999.

Nunavut Day commemorates this significant achievement and recognizes the cultural and political advancements of the Inuit people in the region. It is a day of reflection and celebration, marked by various events and activities that honor the unique heritage and traditions of Nunavut and its people.
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Ooloosie Saila
Island Landscape I, 2020.
Etching and sugarlift
44 3/4 x 44 7/8 in.

Feheley Fine Arts is proud to announce Quvianaqtuk Pudlat's monumental drawing 'Polar Bear Seeking Prey' is now on loan and can be viewed at the West Park Healthcare Centre in celebration of the construction of their new hospital wing.

West Park Healthcare Centre is an adult rehabilitation centre serving the GTA, offering vital complex continuing care and long-term care services to the local community.

Today is !

In honour of this important day, we are sharing this beautiful etching by Kinngait artist Peter Pitseolak titled ‘Summer Journey’ (1975). Pitseolak was a photographer as well as a graphic artist, and was devoted to documenting the life of his community on the land during a time of instability in the North. Many of his photographs were later used as templates for his drawings.

Feheley Fine Arts is dedicated to honouring and elevating the creative capability of Indigenous peoples in Canada, and beyond.

Peter Pitseolak
Summer Journey, 1975.
Etching, 16 1/4 x 12 1/2 in.

🌟 opening today 🌟

Feheley Fine Arts is excited to announce our upcoming exhibition, featuring a collection of eight wall hangings by Annie Taipanak.

Annie Taipanak (b. 1931) is an Inuk artist originally from Garry Lake, NU. Her family relocated to Qamani’tuaq (Baker Lake) where, since the early 1960s, the Inuit women artists had repurposed their traditional sewing skills to create a new form of cultural expression; textile works, commonly known as wall-hangings. Using wool cloth, felt, and cotton embroidery thread, they transformed these simple materials into deeply personal works filled with images of the land, traditional stories, or fanciful personal iconography. In the early 1980s when the creation of wall-hangings was undergoing a major revival, Taipanak joined this renowned group of female textile artists. As the elders have passed on, Taipanak is one of the few master textile artists from Qamani’tuaq who carry on their tradition. Her wall-hangings abound with colourful images which celebrate the land, animals, and birds who coexist with the Inuit. Her intricate, masterful stitching over the duffel and felt appliqué forms unify and enliven these wonderful compositions.

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UNTITLED, 2023, duffel, felt, embroidery floss, 18 x 18 3/4 in

Last night, friends of the gallery gathered to celebrate the incredible achievements of Michael Massie 🎉

The evening included an insightful conversation between Massie and Ryan Rice, Executive Director and Curator, Indigenous Art at Onsite Gallery.

Thank you to everyone who joined us 🥂

The works in our current exhibition of works by Ohotaq Mikkigak illustrate the artist's evolution from minimalist ink drawings to complex compositions of animals and the land.

Beginning with his monochromatic ink drawings, Mikkigak consistently explored composition and symmetry. These works featured birds and figures adorned with repeating faces, wide eyes, and small frowns, all characterized by their circular faces.

In 'Animal Bone Spirits' this signature face appears once more, however the composition and use of colour show an evolution in Mikkigak’s style. His figures begin to exhibit altered direction and movement, as illustrated in 'Four Birds Walking Together' and 'Composition (Four Men).'

Leading into the mid-2000s, Mikkigak began to experiment with different forms and aerial perspectives, often through scenes of animals on the land, as seen in 'Two Caribou on the Land.' His compositions became increasingly intricate, providing an intimate glimpse into the lives and playful gestures of animals in the North.

📖 To read more about the exhibition and Mikkigak's stylistic development, click here: https://feheleyfinearts.com/exhibitions/ohotaq-mikkigak/

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1. Four Birds Walking Together, 2004
Coloured pencil & ink
20 x 26 in.

2. Animal Bone Spirits, 2003/04
Coloured pencil & ink
20 x 26 in.

3. Composition (Four Men), 2006
Coloured pencil & ink
19 7/8 x 26 in.

4. Two Caribou on the Land, 2009
Coloured pencil & ink
22 x 29 1/2 in.

SPECIAL EVENT: Michael Massie Honorary Doctorate Celebration 🎉

Please join us this Friday, June 14th at Feheley Fine Arts as we celebrate Michael Massie and his well-deserved honorary doctorate in design from OCAD U.

Massie is admired for his masterful work with precious metals, rare wood, and stone. He is particularly renowned for his exquisite silver teapots, often combined with various types of wood. His stone sculptures frequently feature a combination of different materials and are inspired by myths and stories passed down through his family. Recently, he has revisited his ongoing interest in drawing and painting. In 2017, Massie was appointed to the Order of Canada, honouring his significant contributions to Canadian art. Represented by Feheley Fine Arts, Massie has exhibited his work across Canada and internationally. His pieces are part of major private and public collections, including the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in Montreal.

We are thrilled to also be presenting a new oil painting and pen and ink works by Massie, marking his transition from sculpture to graphic works.

📍Feheley Fine Arts, 65 George Street, Toronto
📅 June 14th, 5-7 PM

Read more on Massie's honorary doctorate + this year's nominees here: https://www.ocadu.ca/news/ocad-u-announces-2024-honorary-degree-recipients

FEHELEY READS: The Kayak

In the freezing temperatures of the Northern Arctic, Inuit hunters created the agile qajaq, better known as the kayak, to elevate their hunting skills in icy waters. Dubbed the 'man's boat' or the 'hunter's boat' across different Inuktitut dialects, kayaks were meticulously hand-crafted using resources found in the surrounding environment.

📖 To explore more about the history and significance of the kayak, click here: https://feheleyfinearts.com/the-kayak/

Have you gotten your hands on the 2025 Cape Dorset Calendar yet?

This year's release of the 2025 Inuit Art Calendar from Dorset Fine Arts, features 12 exceptional prints from Kinngait (Cape Dorset).

Contact us via DM, email, or phone to order yours 💌

NOW OPEN | Ohotaq Mikkigak 🌄

Mikkigak (1936-2014) embraced evolution and experimentation, particularly evident in his exploration of colour and scale. Nearing the end of his life, he began to express himself through abstraction, notably showcased in his large-scale drawings, a departure from his earlier, smaller-scale works. Within this expanded canvas, Mikkigak's art transformed into a contemporary style, portraying landscapes, seascapes, and buildings in his community. Although his first print was created in 1961, it was during the last 14 years of his life, fueled by a newfound joy in drawing, that he produced his most prolific and influential work.

The gallery is open throughout the afternoon today in celebration of the extraordinary work of Ohotaq Mikkigak 🥂 We hope to see you soon!

To view the exhibition, click here https://feheleyfinearts.com/exhibitions/ohotaq-mikkigak/

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Ohotaq Mikkigak
Composition (Sunrise), 2012.
Coloured pencil, 48 3/8 x 49 in.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our beloved Michael Massie on today's announcement that he will receive an honorary doctorate from OCADU ().

Born in Labrador and residing in Newfoundland, Massie is celebrated for his masterful work with precious metals, rare wood, and stone. He is particularly renowned for his exquisite silver teapots, often combined with various types of wood. Drawing inspiration from memories of his grandmother drinking tea, Massie has created over 100 teapots that range from elegant to whimsical to abstract forms. His stone sculptures frequently feature a combination of different materials and are inspired by myths and stories passed down through his family. Recently, he has revisited his ongoing interest in drawing and painting.

Represented by Feheley Fine Arts, Massie has exhibited his work across Canada and internationally. His pieces are part of major private and public collections, including the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in Montreal. His work has been showcased in both public and commercial galleries, with his first solo exhibition, "Silver & Stone: The Art of Michael Massie," held at The Rooms in St. John’s, NL in 2006. Massie was elected as a Member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts in 2011 and appointed a Member of the Order of Canada in 2017.

🗞️ For the official press release, click here: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/GlobeNewswire/26511891/ocad-university-announces-2024-honorary-degree-recipients/

Image: Michael Massie at Feheley Fine Arts for his opening "Stories in Silver and Stone" (2022).

UPCOMING EXHIBITION | Ohotaq Mikkigak

Ohotaq Mikkigak (1936-2014) embraced evolution and experimentation, particularly evident in his exploration of colour and scale. Nearing the end of his life, he began to express himself through abstraction, blending representation with abstract form and colour. Within this expanded canvas, Mikkigak's later works portray landscapes, seascapes, and buildings in his community.

🥂 Opening Reception: Please join us on Saturday, June 1st, at Feheley Fine Arts as we celebrate the works of Ohotaq Mikkigak.

🗓️ Exhibition runs through June 28th.

Click here to learn more: https://feheleyfinearts.com/event/ohotaq-mikkigak/

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Ohotaq Mikkigak
Northern Lights, 2010.
Coloured pencil, 20 x 26 in.

'Briefcase', the famed 2005 lithograph by the late Annie Pootoogook, hangs in the home of one of our nearest and dearest 🌷

Feheley Fine Arts was thrilled to participate in last night's Artists for Water Gala organized by Swim Drink Fish. Each year, this incredible event supports the mission of ensuring clean, swimmable, drinkable, and fishable water across Canada. We're honored to be part of such an important cause! 💙

FINAL DAYS | David Hannan: Crossing Territories⁠
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Only two days remain to see David Hannan’s ‘Crossing Territories’ at Feheley Fine Arts, closing this Friday May 17th.⁠
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'Crossing Territories' investigates the connection between humanity and the natural world using a blend of wood, paint, sculpture, collage, and textiles. Bridging past with present, tradition with modernity, Hannan highlights the importance of preserving these connections for future generations to come.⁠
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To view the exhibition, click here: https://feheleyfinearts.com/exhibitions/david-hannan-crossing-territories/

What a wonderful turnout for the opening of David Hannan's first solo show at Feheley Fine Arts.

We were pleased to welcome John Geoghegan, Associate Curator at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, who hosted an artist talk in conversation with Hannan.

To view and read more about the exhibition, click here: https://feheleyfinearts.com/exhibitions/david-hannan-crossing-territories/
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"Crossing Territories" runs until May 17, 2024⁠.

In the winter of 2008, Shuvinai Ashoona and Canadian crystal artist, John Noestheden, were invited to Calgary’s Illingworth Kerr Gallery to create a stunning banner spanning a city block. Several collaborations later, COLLABORATION #2 was created, a meticulously crafted drawing adorned with hundreds of Swarovski crystals.

To read more about this collaboration, click here: https://feheleyfinearts.com/shuvinai-ashoona-john-noestheden-collaboration/

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Ashoona and Noestheden
Collaboration #2, 2008.
Crystals, ink on paper, 38 x 61 in.

NOW OPEN | David Hannan: Crossing Territories

Métis multi-media artist David Hannan's (b. 1971) latest solo exhibition, "Crossing Territories", intricately explores the connection between humans and animals, their shared space, and coexistence. Using a blend of wood, paint, sculpture, collage, and textile, his graphic collage work and paintings engage with themes of history, and notions of territory.

Grounded in a profound reverence for the natural world, Hannan's works strive to encapsulate our intertwined existence, where urban landscapes blend with the untamed splendor of wildlife. Bridging past with present, tradition with modernity, Hannan highlights the importance of preserving these connections for future generations to come.

To view and read more about the exhibition, click here:

https://feheleyfinearts.com/exhibitions/david-hannan-crossing-territories/

Exhibition runs until May 17, 2024

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David Hanan,
Seeking Shelter, 2024
Wool blanket, glass beads, medium-density fibreboard, polymer modified gypsum, gold leaf
48 x 48 x 36 in.

OPENING SOON | David Hannan: Crossing Territories

Métis multi-media artist David Hannan's (b. 1971) latest solo exhibition, "Crossing Territories," intricately explores the connection between humans and animals, their shared space, and coexistence. Using a blend of wood, paint, sculpture, collage, and textile, his graphic collage work and paintings engage with themes of history, and notions of territory.

Grounded in a profound reverence for the natural world, Hannan's works strive to encapsulate our intertwined existence, where urban landscapes blend with the untamed splendor of wildlife. Bridging past with present, tradition with modernity, Hannan highlights the importance of preserving these connections for future generations to come.

Please join us for an artist talk featuring David Hannan in conversation with John Geoghegan, Associate Curator, Collections and Research at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, at 3 pm on April 27th at Feheley Fine Arts.

Exhibition runs April 27th - May 17th.

David Hannan
A Blanket for Ravens, 2024.
Mixed media on wood,
48 x 48 in.

We can’t wait to participate in the inaugural with our friends at !

On view at the gallery will be the first solo exhibition by artist David Hannan ()

Stay tuned for more details coming soon!

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Follow the East Toronto Art Hop route to 𝙁𝙚𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙮 𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙨 to view the exhibition of work by 𝘿𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙙 𝙃𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙖𝙣.

The Gallery will be hosting an artists’ talk with David Hannan and John Geoghegan, Associate Curator, Collections and Research at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection on April 27th at 2pm.

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Can’t make it during the day? The gallery has special extended hours on Thursday, April 25 (open until 7:00 pm).

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The makings of an epic collection! 🌟 Thanks to our client for sharing this beautiful install shot of Annie Pootoogook's 'Old Sewing Centre' in their home. The work hangs fittingly alongside Jutai Toonoo's 'Composition (Many Many Faces).'

Framing by none other than

SPOTLIGHT | The Widding Collection

Quvianatuliak Takpaungai's "Composition with Man, Birds, Bear, and Walrus" illustrates a distinctive sculpting style from Kinngait (Cape Dorset). Offering a 360-degree view, the work captures a human/bird transformation, intertwined with animals. Symbolizing the profound spiritual bond between humanity and the natural world, this piece reflects Takpaungai's reverence for the environment. In the sculpture, creatures from the sky, land and water are signified.

The sculpture is carved in serpentine stone, a locally quarried metamorphic rock which is soft in nature, ideal for sculpting naturalistic forms and intricate compositions. Takpaungai skillfully incorporates the natural veins of the stone, serving as one of the focal points of the artwork. The use of negative space highlights Takpaungai's exceptional craftsmanship, showcasing his mastery of a challenging carving technique.

This sculpture is part of our current online exhibition 'The Private Series: The Widding Collection.'

To view the complete collection, click here: https://feheleyfinearts.com/exhibitions/the-private-series-widding-collection/

Quvianatuliak Takpaungai
Composition with Man, Birds, Bear, and Walrus, 1970
Stone and ivory, 22 3/8 x 19 3/8 x 5 in.