COLLECTING LIFE

Art works from the collection of FRANCES JEWELL, curated by Dawn White Beatty. dec 1 – jan 19 2025 

Opening Reception Fri Dec 13, 6:30 – 9 pm. 
Gathering of friends & Curator walkabout Sunday, January 19, 2pm (mark it on your 2025 calendars)
Hours: Wed-Sun 12:30-4 pm (or by email appointment: bkanbara@gmail.com)
By chance: Xmas-New Years Day

Highlighting the art collection of Frances Jewell, who died in April 2020 at the very start of covid lockdowns, this exhibition offers a first look at her life as an active collector and artist and honours her focused interest in the works of Hamilton region artists during her 30 years within the arts scene of this city. 

Unfolding itself into the you me gallery from all the corners, walls and closets of her small condo in downtown Hamilton, the collection is quirky, extensive and built of Frances’ joys, sorrows, and everything in between. It represents the creative force of Hamilton’s active art and music scene and the dedication of one woman to supporting it over a lifetime in this city.   DWB  

image above: ‘petunias’ Frances Jewell  ink on paper  2” x 4”  2014