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The Third Annual Christmas Exhibition opens at the
Art Gallery Georgia Street, Friday. (Nov. 22 1935)
The idea of this exhibition is the fact that original paintings and other works of art form charming christmas gifts. The creative artist who exercises his or her gift to produce a work of art deserves encouragement and the directors of the Gallery therefore very much hope that the time and effort expended in producing the pictures now on the Gallery walls will be suitably rewarded. This year's exhibition is somewhat smaller that its predecessors, accounted for to some extent by the endeavour of the Judges to maintain a certain standard of quality. The result is a distinctly pleasing show in which as usual watercolours predominate. Notably among the oils are J.W.G. Macdonald's "Lagoon Mouth, Nootka", a study of mountain scenery with a certain rhythmic quality, Harry Hood's "Old Boats, Kitsilano Reserve", and W.J.B. Newcombe's "Evening". Among the watercolours should be noted a very striking study "Trees in Stanley Park" by George A.F. Foster, and Otto Schellenberger's striking picture of "Maple Trees", notably for its pattern and colour. An original still life "Satin Gown" is shown by M.A. Taylor. Ralph Roberts exhibits a charming and dainty figure "Child Thoughts" whilst the puter (sic) jug, the work of Douglas Shenstone is the only example of applied art in the exhibition. The Christmas Exhibition will remain open until December 8th. |