Amazing gallery with friendly local artists in action. While there, we saw one artist working on a…read morecommissioned Banf scenery that looked like a vivid 3-D, and another artist was working on a beautiful piece with local flower field. The gallery is centrally located downtown with convenient parking in the front or in the lot behind.

Wow. Just WOW! The…read moreLoft Art Gallery has some of the most stunning Canadian landscape oils and acrylics I have ever seen-and I've seen a lot! Resident artist Debra Lynn Carroll Is known for her large heavily texturized Canadian landscape oil paintings. Debra has simply mastered this art-and creates breathtaking paintings that you could swear you could walk right into! The gallery features an exquisite collection of some of Canada's most talented painters including Brian Buckrell who placed first out of 88 artists in the prestigious McMichael Canadian Collection Art Gallery Plein Air Competition in 2016. The unique stylings of Jennifer Woodburn are not to be missed, along with some of the most elegant pastoral settings created by Janet Leisemer. The pixelated realism of Henry Lobo just has to be seen as well as the colourful stylings of Marie -Claude Boucher. New to the gallery is Heidi Burkart who's Group of Seven-ish style's colourful explosions brings you into the fanciful wonderland of Canadian landscape. This place is an absolute orgy of beautiful art! The gallery owner is Heather Carol, Deborah Lynn sister,-say hi, she's one of the most charming and sweetest curators you'll ever meet!

3.5 stars…read more Iroquois Artisans has been in Bala for 20 years this year. But in the six summers I've had the privilege of accompanying husband to the family place in Muskoka, we've never gone in or even thought to. Despite the fact that it's located smack next door to the crack cocaine of Bala, where we spend a good deal of time obviously: Don's Bakery. This year I popped in, however, intrigued by a beautiful leather and bead necklace husband's mother had scored here for my birthday. I was surprised by the inventory, pleasantly and otherwise. The gallery showcases hand-crafted art from Native Americans across Canada: jewelry, carvings, paintings, photographs, pottery, basketry. Some of it is just my taste (understated, simple, and refined), and some of it is not (animal-themed, brightly colored, exuding that reviled Wolf-t-shirt vibe). But I can appreciate the craftsmanship of all the art here, and it definitely means there's something for everyone. Owner Carol News is really knowledgeable about the artists and their art as well, and is pleased to answer your questions. Prices range from high-end to quite affordable. Picked up a beautiful keyring to replace my old busted one for under C$10. Now I know this place is worth checking out on our yearly pilgrimage.

Husband and I discovered David Dawson at the Gravenhurst Farmers Market (one of the best open-air…read moremarkets in the entire world, but that's a different review) where we were instantly attracted by the paintings and giclées hanging in his tent. Dawson's style is graphic, vivid, and architectural, his subjects nearly always landscapes, urban and rural. If you like, you can commission him to do a "portrait" of your cottage -- the examples he had were exquisitely done, looking nearly like photographs. We were immediately drawn to a cool-hued, icy blue and spring green giclée featuring a collection Muskoka chairs on a hill overlooking a lake. When I mentioned to husband that it looked like the view from Lake Rosseau's famed Windermere House, Dawson chimed in that it was. We bought a small print in a clean, white frame on the spot. At only $24 (we could have gotten two for $40), we kinda felt like we were robbing the guy. You can find Dawson at the Gravenhurst Market every Wednesday morning in-season, or visit his studio on the scenic Muskoka Wharf. It's open year-round "by chance or by appointment."

I love everything about Indy Gallery…read more I love that artist Chad Arney turns "garbage" into art, recycling junked found-objects into fanciful, unique art pieces. I love that the "gallery" is located in the otherwise unused alleyway between the Balacade (Arney's father's arcade and longtime Bala institution), and Pizza Nova. I love that everything is agreeably priced. I love that you take your purchase into the Balacade where Mr. Arney, Sr., rings you up. I love the reclaimed duck we brought home, with a Muskoka granite rock body and ladies Spalding golf club for the head.

A Gallery that focuses on turning trash into treasure! A must see if you are in Muskoka. The…read morecreative works produced by award winning sculptor Chad Arney range from amusing to mind-blowing. Picture this: A 15 ft totem made entirely from a single run down ford truck. You can't predict what you will see here, but you will get a kick out of your visit!

Great gallery located in the village at Blue Mountain. The owners are on site and very helpful,…read moretheir knowledge of the works they sell is impresive and there no pressure but rather a willingness to educate and help. I would recomment Brights Gallery to anyone who is in the Collingwood area that is looking for some unique art.

From the owner: Located in the heart of Blue Mountain Village, Brights Gallery represents both established and…read moreemerging Canadian artists. Our gallery proudly exhibits contemporary paintings and sculptures. We also offer a full range of fine art services, including in-gallery and in-home art consultations, corporate and private collection management, custom framing, and art appraisals. We welcome seasoned collectors and first-time buyers.

We drive to Bracebridge from our cottage every year since 2005 to check out the Artful Garden…read more Many different artists display their wares outside throughout a the beautiful gardens of Jon & Suzann Partridge: Our favourite artist there is definitely Jean Pierre Schoss: http://www.dogbitesteel.com/ Bracebridge is a wonderful town to visit so it's definitely worth the drive.