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We bring quality arts in all its form to the community

MAG Events

In Memoriam  ~ Gordon Beck (1941-2019)

In Memoriam ~ Gordon Beck (1941-2019)

The arts community is deeply saddened by the recent loss of photo journalist Gordon Beck, an active member of MAG during his Merrickville years. Gordon, who was 78, died at his Brockville home after a determined – some would say inspirational – battle with cancer....

MAG Conversations: The Art of Moving Pictures  ~ May 9, 2019

MAG Conversations: The Art of Moving Pictures ~ May 9, 2019

May Conversations showcases the incredible diversity of talent among MAG members as multi-media artist Holly Dean and film industry camera operator Gary Viola share their experience with the Art of Moving Pictures. "I am going to talk about my 30 years working in the...

Film Camera Lending Library ~ MAG Photography Collective

Film Camera Lending Library ~ MAG Photography Collective

The MAG Photographic Collective is creating an 35mm Film Camera Lending Library for Merrickville-Wolford photographers to experience film photography without purchasing any camera equipment. All you will need to access this resource is a Merrickville Public Library...

MAG Art Around Town

We’re grateful to our local business partners for showcasing the work of our talented Art Guild members—stop in and enjoy the art on display!

Enjoy a little bit of Merrickville courtesy of our Guild members

Members and membership

We think our artists are pretty awesome

Yup, we’re pretty proud of our guild members. And we think you’ll agree. Their talents showcase a variety of disciplines. From painters to photographers, sculptors to jewellery makers, woodturners to potters, and more! There is art here that is sure to catch your eye.

MAG brochure

The MAG brochure, published annually, showcases 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 those studios that are open to the public.

Become a member today

Do you want to be part of growing the arts in our community? MAG membership is open to everyone who loves the arts. You don’t have to be working in the arts, you just have to want to get involved.

About MAG Governance

Our mission

MAG’s primary purpose is to promote the appreciation of the Arts and to present a broad selection of the finest art and craft in the area. 

Meet the Board of Directors

The Board of Directors meet monthly to make planning and policy decisions based on recommendations from committees of volunteers who review current practices and make plans for the future.

Nick

Kenna McCall
President

 

Larry Thompson

Irene Chahley
Vice-President

Mike Venables

Jayne CouchMolony
Member at large

Creativity is contagious. Pass it on!

– Albert Einstein