The Digital Age has transformed the world through groundbreaking technological advancements. Computers, smartphones, the internet, and artificial intelligence have reshaped how we live—from how we gather information to how we communicate and relate to one another. While some recall life before technology was embedded into daily routine, some have never known a world without it, […]
Over the last decade, Newmarket-based painter Jianming Chen has documented settings of York Region through captivating oils. A plein air painter, Chen has become a recognizable figure in the community, setting up his easel at recreational trails, residential streets, and farmer’s markets, to paint for hours on end. Only rarely, is he deterred by the […]
Aurora-based artist, poet, and journalist Yafang Shi is presenting her solo exhibition “Knots” (https://contactphoto.com/festival/2025/open-call/31653) in the center of the Aurora as part of the CONTACT Photography Festival and her artwork “A Twisted Diptych: 荷包牡丹/Bleeding Heart and Chinese Blessings on the Canadian Snow” in the Women's Art Association of Canada (WAAC) ‘s group exhibition that is […]
Join us for the double-opening of two exhibitions in our hallway galleries: - Lower Hall Gallery: Solo exhibition by Jianming Chen, ACC Winter Artist-in-Residence - Great Hall Gallery: Group exhibition Said Through Silence, with Jing Fu, Karim Abed, Rollex Austin, and Will Lottering. Opening remarks commence at 7 pm in Great Hall Gallery (level 2). […]
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Aurora Art Show & Sale, presented in partnership with the Society of York Region Artists. Mark your calendars for May 3 & May 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Aurora Town Hall. This must-see show features over 350 stunning pieces of artwork. From vibrant two-dimensional […]
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Aurora Art Show & Sale, presented in partnership with the Society of York Region Artists. Mark your calendars for May 3 & May 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Aurora Town Hall. This must-see show features over 350 stunning pieces of artwork. From vibrant two-dimensional […]
The Aurora Cultural Centre is excited to introduce Montreal-based sculptor Laurence Vallières to the community through a one-of-a-kind, all-sculpture exhibition in our Homeroom Galleries. Laurence Vallières (born in Québec City, 1986) is a Montreal-based artist, internationally acclaimed for her larger-than-life cardboard sculptures. Initially focusing on ceramics during her education at Concordia University, her art evolved […]
Come one, come all, to celebrate the art of visiting Montreal-based artist, Laurence Vallières! In this unique, all-sculpture exhibition, Laurence Vallières has transformed our Homeroom Galleries into a fantasy with her grandiose carboard animals and cartoons. Come for an opportunity to meet the artist and gain a first glimpse of her custom-made works for the […]
Join us for our Spring Artist-Poet Gathering! Artist-Poet Gatherings are a quarterly meetup between artists and poets in Aurora Cultural Centre’s public galleries. Participants are invited to create spontaneous written or visual responses to the artworks on display. Each gathering begins with 1.5 hours of viewing, social, and creation time, followed by a 30-minute session […]
Join us for our Spring Artist-Poet Gathering! Artist-Poet Gatherings are a quarterly meetup between artists and poets in Aurora Cultural Centre’s public galleries. Participants are invited to create spontaneous written or visual responses to the artworks on display. Each gathering begins with 1.5 hours of viewing, social, and creation time, followed by a 30-minute session […]
SPRING CLEANING SALE – ONE DAY ONLY! Looking for a fun, budget-friendly outing? Join us at NewMakeIt in Newmarket for a massive Spring Cleaning Sale! Packed with second-hand treasures for makers, DIYers, small business owners, and creative types of all kinds! What’s available: ~ Workshop tools, equipment & raw materials ~ Store fixtures, shelving & […]
Join Meghan and Dana in Homeroom Galleries for yoga, meditation, and a sound bath surrounded by the fantastical sculptures of Montreal-based artists Laurence Vallieres. $18.00 entry fee is required, completed through online registration. Due to large sculptures in the gallery, this yoga and sound bath session will occur twice, with smaller groups. Session 1: Doors […]
Recognizing the value that critique plays in the development of artistic practice, Crit Club offers a free space for artists to gather and engage in thoughtful dialogue surrounding their own and each other's artwork. To participate, attendees must bring finished works or works-in-progress, along with a willingness to receive and provide constructive criticism. This program […]