Initiated by the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham, the Wallace Joyce Scholarship is a $1,000 bursary awarded annually to a graduating high school student in York Region who is pursuing post-secondary studies in an art or design-related field. This scholarship honours the legacy of Mr. Wallace Joyce, a devoted supporter of the arts who made […]
Saturday, January 25, 2025 2 to 4 PM (Smudging ceremony starts at 1:45 PM) Free | Drop-in About the Program Join us to celebrate the launch of our winter exhibitions, Karen Kar Yen Law: Better Bitter, Beneath the Surface: Stories of Kinship and Connection, and The Printmaker’s Matrix: Process, Image, and Innovation. Engage with talks […]
Saturday and Sunday, February 1 and 2, 2025 10 AM to 5 PM Free | Drop-in About the Program 2025 marks the Year of the Snake, a symbol of flexibility and duality across cultures. The theme Fluidity in Diversity highlights the beauty of embracing differences while celebrating individual traditions within the vibrant diversity of the […]
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 12:30 to 1:30 PM Free | Online | Zoom link provided upon registration About the Program Beneath the Surface: Stories of Kinship and Connection exhibiting artist Emma Nishimura will share insights into her research and art practice, which explore the complicated experiences of her paternal grandparents and Japanese Canadians during and […]
Saturday and Sunday, February 15 and 16, 2025 10 AM to 5 PM Free | Drop-in About the Program Join us at the Varley for a vibrant weekend featuring Afro-Caribbean market stalls, live steel pan music, poetry readings, and singing performances. Celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Black communities with us. All are […]
Sunday, February 23, 2025 2 to 4 PM Free | Registration required Join Varley Art Gallery curator Anik Glaude for an engaging discussion on selected works from our collection and 2025 Winter Exhibitions. Gain unique insights into the stories, themes, and techniques behind the art, and enjoy light refreshments in an intimate setting. This is a […]
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 12:30 to 1:30 PM Free | Online | Zoom link provided upon registration About the Program Join Karen Kar Yen Law: Better Bitter exhibiting artist as she discusses her latest works on view at the Varley Art Gallery. A printmaker and painter, Law explores the intersections of mediums, abstraction, and Chinese […]
Saturday, March 15, 2025 2 to 4 PM Free | Drop-in | Refreshments provided Join us for a talk with artists Nestor Kruger and Patrick Cruz, whose proposals were selected for the Main Street Unionville Public Art Program, part of the larger restoration project along this historic street. Drawing on the layered local history and ecological features of […]
Sunday, March 16, 2025 2 to 4 PM Free | Ages 16+ | Registration required About the Program Discover the art of printmaking with 2025 Winter Exhibition artist Karen Law. Learn step-by-step techniques to create your own unique prints and explore your creativity in a fun, hands-on environment. Perfect for beginners and art lovers alike. […]
Sunday, March 23, 2025 1 to 4 PM Free | Registration not required Explore Purple Market, a marketplace featuring handmade crafts, artisanal goods, locally prepared food by young artists and small businesses. Support emerging creatives and connect with a dynamic local community of artists and entrepreneurs. Presented by the Platform for Youth Creativity, a Markham-based […]
