Woodstock Art Gallery

06/20/2026

Are you looking for a creative venue to host your meeting or event? Rent one of WAG's studio spaces!

The Printmaking Studio has plenty of natural light and a beautiful view of Museum Square, while the Education Studio provides the perfect intimate space for smaller groups.👥

See here for more rental information and to submit an application - https://bit.ly/3QCFFEe

06/18/2026

From the Vault

Rudolf Bikker’s final serigraph in his Shostakovich Portfolio series is Finale – Piano Quintet in G Minor, Opus, 57.

In likeness to the other parts of this series, this work illustrates part of a piano composition by Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich. Created with cool blues, purples and black this work combines abstract shapes and overlapping lines.

Rudolf Bikkers, Dutch/Canadian (1943-2023)
Finale – Piano Quintet in G Minor, Opus, 57, 1971
serigraph on paper
Height: 76.0cm, Width: 63.3cm
Woodstock Art Gallery Permanent Collection
Gift of the Women’s Committee, 1972
1972.001.005

📷 Photo Credit: Robert McNair

06/17/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Maya Kudzia to the Woodstock Art Gallery team as our Front Desk Assistant!

Maya is currently a student at the University of Guelph, where she is completing her Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Development and Family Studies, with a minor in Marketing. She brings a thoughtful, community-focused perspective to her work and is interested in pursuing a career as a child protection worker after graduating.

A fun fact about Maya: her first language is Polish!

Stop by the Gallery and say hello! 👋 We’ll be introducing the rest of our summer staff over the coming weeks, stay tuned!

Please join us in giving Maya a warm welcome to WAG.

06/16/2026

Natural Connections: Student Printmaking Exhibition with Ron Milton, on display in the Community Gallery, is closing soon on June 20, 2026.

The WAG’s 2026 March Break Art Camp student’s artwork, and a selection of pieces by Master Printmaker Ron Milton are included in the exhibition, alongside images of the young artists at work in the printmaking studio.

March Break Art Camp provided registrants with a dynamic and inspiring week of creativity, exploration, and collaboration. Rooted in the theme of nature and the permanent collection exhibition Great Small Things: 60 Years of Collecting, the camp offered students the opportunity to immerse themselves in hands-on art projects with Ron Milton.

The students left with a lasting appreciation for both nature and printmaking. As students reflected on their week, they shared their artistic growth with Ron’s mentorship and the new friendships they formed, revealing the incredible power of art as a bridge for meaningful connections.

06/15/2026

Join artists Duane and Urszula-Kumala Thomas for a screening of their short film that documents the two-year process of creating Woodstock’s newest public artwork, BIRD SET FREE.
The video screening will be followed by a facilitated discussion with the artists.

📆 Thursday, June 25, 2026
🕜 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
📍 Market Centre Theatre, 22 Reeve St.
Cost: FREE (registration required)

Register today - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/film-screening-bird-tickets-1987535137098?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

06/12/2026

Public art in Woodstock: BIRD SET FREE is on display in the WAG’s lobby gallery until June 20, 2026.

Visit this display before it closes to get a behind-the-scenes look of the process of creating Woodstock’s newest public artwork.

In November 2025, BIRD SET FREE, by Duane and Urszula Kumala-Thomas, was installed in the Bruce Flowers Sculpture Garden. This new public art project was the result of a Legacy Grant from the Government of Canada and commemorates the 100th anniversary of the death of Woodstock artist Florence Carlyle.

During your visit, pick up a copy of WAG’s new Public Art Brochure which provides the community with the means to successfully connect with the City’s public art. The brochure offers quick insights into each public artwork in Woodstock and includes a map of the locations. Copies are available at the Gallery.

06/11/2026

Calling all regional artists!

In celebration of the City's 125th Anniversary, artists living in Woodstock and Oxford County are invited to submit their work for an upcoming exhibition at WAG. Your Woodstock calls on artists to interpret what Woodstock means to them—past, present, or future.

Submissions are open to all skill levels and mediums. No fees required to apply. The deadline to submit your work is June 25!

Click the link for more information to apply.

https://bit.ly/4uyOvRo

Oxford County’s largest municipal public gallery with a permanent collection of over 1,900 works.

06/10/2026

🎥1 WEEK AWAY!🎥

WAG and the Oxford County Pride Committee are getting together to host a movie night! Come on out to enjoy the 1990 comedy But I'm A Cheerleader!
🍿 Paid concession by Reel Treats Popcorn & Sweets

📆 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕜 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
📍 Market Centre Theatre, 22 Reeve St.
💰 Cost: $10

Purchase your tickets now! - https://oxford-county-pride.square.site/product/movie-night-tickets-but-i-m-a-cheerleader/OLG4X72GU4FZG3GAGMVSY3UU?cs=true&cst=custom

06/09/2026

ᑕᐅᑐᑉᐹ Tautuppaa | Long Looking: Tim Pitsiulak closes on June 20, 2026.

Don’t miss the opportunity to see this unique collection of works by Inuit artist Tim Pitsiulak. The exhibition is curated by Taqralik Partridge and organized by the Art Gallery of Guelph with the generous support of lenders and the Department of Canadian Heritage.

ᑕᐅᑐᑉᐹ Tautuppaa | Long Looking: Tim Pitsiulak highlights the distinct way of seeing that underpins Pitsiulak's work – perception honed on the land as both a hunter and an artist. For Pitsiulak, these pursuits were intricately intertwined, both stemming from his practice of "long looking." In Inuktitut, tautuppaa means to see or to look for a long time. Pitsiulak’s unique style, and attention to detail and texture, offers much to be discovered through our own long looking.

📷 Photo Credit: Joseph Hartman

06/07/2026

June 27th is a busy day at the Gallery with 2 Pride events planned!🌈

🎪Big Cityyy Story Adventures: A Day at the Circus🎪
Join us in the early afternoon for stories, laughter, and circus fun! Join Big Cityyy Story Adventures for an exciting in-person experience filled with magic and surprises.
Bring your littles to experience the thrill of immersive storytelling! Children must be accompanied by a grown-up.
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE (registration required)

🥂 Sip & Sculpt: Pride Pottery🎨
In the evening, enjoy a relaxing beverage, charcuterie, and good company at our Sip & Sculpt! Guided by artist instructor HollyJo, participants will sculpt and paint their pieces- no experience needed!
All materials, glaze and firing are included. Finished pieces will be available for pick-up within 4-6 weeks after the event.
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $95
Ages: 19+

Register online today!