Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 2 to 4 PM Free | Ages 16+ | Registration required (Space is limited) Join Meera Sethi: A Brief History of Wear exhibiting artist Meera Sethi for a workshop exploring her three-part, research-based project, Unskilled. This project examines the life cycle of clothing—from cotton seed to closet—and challenges the fast […]
Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 7 to 10 PM Tickets: $50 each | Ages 19+ Organizer: Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham Beneficiary: Varley Art Gallery of Markham Don’t miss this extraordinary fusion of art, fashion, and music, all in support of a great cause! Event highlights: Tour of Meera Sethi: A Brief History of Wear Artist […]
Saturday, October 12 | 12 to 3 PM Free | Registration not required Drop-in for a self-guided sewing activity inspired by our 2024 Fall Exhibitions. Explore textiles, patterns, and more, before practicing your hand stitching by crafting your own plushy. All supplies are provided. Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or new to sewing, you’ll have […]
Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 6:30 to 9 PM $15 | Registration required Join the Kirtan Culture Initiative for an evening of interactive musical mantra meditation (kirtan). Kirtan is a call-and-response form of meditation, utilizing ancient eastern mantras, traditional instruments, and the human voice. Participants will explore their sacred heart space through the power of sound, […]
Saturday, October 20, 2024 | 2 to 4 PM Free | Registration required (Space limited) What stories do we carry in the pockets of our memories? How have they shaped who we are today? As we head into winter, how do we weave the tapestry of our experiences into a comforting coat? Reflecting on […]
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 12:30 to 1:30 PM Free | Online | Registration required About the Program In this virtual artist talk, Par Nair will discuss her interdisciplinary art practice, which encompasses oil painting, hand embroidery, installation, and writing. Nair will share how her work seeks to collaborate with the women who came before […]
Saturday, November 30, 2024 | 2 to 4 PM Free | Ages 18+ | Registration required (Space is limited) Reusable menstrual pads offer a sustainable alternative to costly disposable products and provide an excellent project for practicing sewing. This workshop features a guided tour of the Varley’s current exhibitions, focusing on the history and functions […]
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 12:30 t0 1:30 PM Free | Online | Registration required About the Program In this artist talk, Kurdish-Canadian artist Roda Medhat explores the intersection of scale, light, and cultural identity within his body of work. Medhat will delve into how he uses large-scale installations and light based works to create immersive […]
Sunday, September 22, 2024 | 2 to 4 PM Free | Registration not required Join us for the launch of our 2024 Fall Exhibitions Meera Sethi: A Brief History of Wear and Tracing Patterns. Event highlights: • Special gallery tour led by exhibiting artist Meera Sethi • Drag performance by artist LaWhore Vagistan • Hands-on […]
Are you a senior group looking for a creative and enriching experience? Join us at the Varley Art Gallery for a free art workshop designed specifically for local seniors. Workshop details: What: Free 2-hour hands-on art workshop, plus a guided tour of our current exhibitions Who: Local seniors (ages 55+), up to 20 participants per workshop Where: Varley […]
