Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON-Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre invites the public to view the
breathtaking vistas captured by contemporary landscape artist Cheryl Bailey OSA. An
upcoming solo exhibition entitled "Meadow Sighs, Mountain Highs"; will grace the Joyner
Gallery from May 1 to May 26, 2024 in its Joyner Gallery.
The public is warmly welcomed to the opening reception on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from
2:00 to 4:00 pm, where attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to engage with
Cheryl Bailey, admire her artworks, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. The artist
will offer remarks around 2:30 pm, and refreshments, including a selection of fine wines
courtesy of Chateau des Charmes, will be served.
"Meadow Sighs, Mountain Highs"; eloquently captures Cheryl Bailey's artistic vision,
inviting viewers to explore the essence of nature through her unique lens. Mountains
and meadows become symbols of human transcendence, reflecting upon spiritual and
physical possibilities. Bailey's paintings distill visual complexity into carefully
choreographed simplicity, merging flattened shapes with surface textures and a
powerful black underpainting. The deliberate inclusion of intensely colored, occasionally
incongruent elements adds a captivating layer to the dialogue with the viewer, creating
a poetic reinterpretation of landscape stories.
Beyond aesthetic appreciation, Bailey's works advocate for the importance of native
plants in environmental sustainability and pollinator support. Drawing from her expertise
in biology and ecosystems, she champions the integration of native plants in gardens to
revitalize pollinator populations and foster biodiversity.
Locals and visitors alike are encouraged to seize the opportunity to experience Cheryl
Bailey's stunning artworks and discover the awe-inspiring beauty of nature's tapestry,
from mountains to rivers, hills to valleys, forests to farmland. More details about this
exhibition can be found at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre
website, niagarapumphouse.ca/exhibitions.