MOCA, MAG and TNIM are pleased to be collaborating once again on the production of the 2nd Merrickville Festival of the Arts to be held in the Blockhouse Park on July 23 – 24, 2022. There will be a delightful array of one act plays, music, poetry and visual arts...
Upcoming MAG Artists’ Exhibit in Ottawa MAG artists are exhibiting at Gallery 55 in Ottawa’s Byward Market building and at the Shenkman Centre. Sixteen artists have registered for this exhibition from July 12 – August 21, 2022 at Gallery 55 and November 29...
Download the 2022 MAG Booklet Here The MAG Booklet, published annually, includes all of our active artists. Each listing features an example of their work, a brief artist’s statement and contact information. There’s also a map to show the locations of...
Easter Egg Painting Workshops Contribute to Ukraine Red Cross MAG artist Irene Chahley kindly offered to lead traditional Ukraine egg (Pysanka) workshops in the basement of the Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Merrickville. The Merrickville Artists’ Guild was a proud...
There will be an Easter Egg Workshop to raise money for the Ukrainian Red Cross. There are two dates available: April 1 and April 2, running from 1pm to 5pm each day. Pre-registration is required as spaces are limited. The workshop will be held at Holy Trinity...
A big thanks to the Iron Forge for exhibiting the work of our artists for the past year. We are planning on showing new works in March. The theme of the show is: “All About Colour!” This is a great opportunity to have a delicious meal and view the...
The Emerging Artists Fund was initiated by the Merrickville Artists’ Guild (MAG) Executive members with the goal of recognizing, supporting and encouraging young, emerging artists in the Merrickville-Wolford community. MAG invites local emerging artists between...
MAG is pleased to feature the new work of two artists exhibiting at the Iron Forge on Main Street in Merrickville. Drop in and see exquisite new jewelry creations by Kenna McCall (www.terradore.com) and Fiona Macintyre (www.fionamacintyre.ca). Kenna McCall ...
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of James Weller at the age of 85. Jim was a past President of the Merrickville Artists’ Guild and was instrumental in helping to keep the Guild cohesive and relevant to the community of...
MAG is pleased to provide an update on our efforts to create the Lesley Strutt Poetry Prize. We have raised $9,355 to date and will now transfer these funds to the League of Canadian Poets who were very enthusiastic and supportive of the idea of creating a prize in...
Exciting new guide showcases the work of 31 MAG artists and creators. User-friendly map and index make it easy to zero in on specific listings for details and contact info. Look for the 2021 MAG Artists & Creators guide at businesses throughout Merrickville or...
MAG is pleased to announce that a number of MAG artists are now displaying their art for sale through a generous collaboration with the Iron Forge Restaurant. Currently on display are MAG artists Mary Loos, Jane Jefferys, David Dunn, Graham Thomas, Mary Ross, Pamela...
So what’s all the fuss about Lesley Strutt. A poet has died, not one who had published a hundred books, or even poems, or been awarded any of the great prizes. A poet who does not yet have a trade collection out. We haven’t seen or heard from her much recently. And I...
Some of you might be aware that our dear friend and MAG artist, Lesley Strutt, has been battling cancer for some time. Sadly, she is now close to the end of her life and our hearts and prayers go out to Chuck and Lesley’s family. Lesley is an extraordinary...
Nick Previsich (President, Merrickville Artists’ Guild) and Yves Grandmaitre (President, Merrickville-Wolford & District Chamber of Commerce) presenting a cheque for $3,500 to Audrey Bridge and Graeme Bonham-Carter of Rideau Bridge to Canada for their...
We’re going virtual this year. For more info on Merrickville Artists and their wonderful array of gift-giving ideas, visit us on Facebook, our YouTube channel, or on this site.
Donations by MAG members in support of Rideau Bridge to Canada and the Al Aboud family raised $2,475. Items donated by local businesses through the Chamber of Commerce raised an additional $1,065 for a grand total of app. $3,500. Community spirit in action!
Numerous MAG Artists have donated works to be auctioned off in support of the second Syrian family sponsored by Rideau Bridge to Canada and Holy Trinity Anglican Church. The online auction, conducted by Rideau Auctions, runs from 9 am Dec 3 to 7 pm Dec 7. This is a...
The Merrickville Artists’ Guild (MAG) and the Merrickville & District Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce a collaboration for a very worthwhile cause. Merrickville-Wolford is hosting a second Syrian family, the Al Abouds, through the efforts of Rideau...
The MAG Window Display Project is pleased to showcase a wonderful assortment of pottery by four talented MAG artists at the Merrickville Food Market. Artists Johanna Jansen, Debbie Gilmer, Linda Hynes and Vanda Stanley are displaying a sample of their beautiful...
The Merrickville Artists’ Guild is pleased to announce that the 2020 Virtual Studio Tour will be launched on October 3rd at 12:15 a.m. You will be able to view a compilation video as well as individual videos of each of the 24 participating artists in their studios...
We go VIRTUAL on October 3rd & 4th when 24 artists will display their art through videos of their work in their studios or galleries. Artists will also post videos on their social media platforms and websites. Don’t miss these stunning new works of painting,...
