art gallery of nova scotia
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The Maude Lewis exhibit should not be missed! The other exhibits are a nice mixture of contemporary, classical, and folk art. This was an interesting place to spend a few hours on a cold and windy day.
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Coming up from the waterfront, I entered through the back basement door, which was unlocked and not well signed, neàr the security office. The gallery was quiet and dimly lit, and I barely saw a soul, as I tried to figure out the location of the information desk. By the time I found the desk, which was attended by distracted staff I had seen half the gallery, and was so far unimpressed, so I found my way out the door I had come in. I do think I will go back to see the Mary Pratt exhibit.
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This is a highlight of our trip to Halifax, Maude Lewis Folk art and a gallery dedicated to her and her little home. I love her work and the bright colours she used with simple familiar to her animals and objects. The Gift shop sells her works, books and pictures. The War Poster Gallery was very good, and definitely worth the quiet reprieve from a hectic City.
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A strange art gallery with poor signage, so much so that I kept loosing my way. The map that I was given was not explained and a lady from next door was the most helpful person in the place! They need to sort out their signs and make it absolutely clear what rooms are where. However, the Maud Lewis house and gallery was the best thing to visit in the whole place. Refreshing and enchanting. Shame the museum wasn't as good!
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I especially liked the exhibit of Maude Lewis paintings (naive folk art). She was Canada's Grandma Moses. See her home inside the museum. Yes, it is that small that the entire house is inside one of the galleries!
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The Art Gallery has so many wonderful exhibits to look at. One of my favorites is the Maud Lewis exhibit. I also enjoyed the paintings and carvings done by local artists. The modern art is also a very interesting exhibit and it is constantly changing in order to accompany many artists. The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Also there are free tours for students accompanied by teachers. There is also a coffee shop and lovely gift shop. Excellent way to spend and afternoon!
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The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is a confusing place: on the outside, a gorgeous period building, on the inside, modern meets...a bit peculiar. The layout is all over the place; it's easy to lose your way. Even if you are a semi regular visitor, you have to keep your wits about you, so you can find your way back to the main lobby, and even between exhibit spaces which are on a number of floors and down side stairwells. Signage is very poor in size and in content. On one of my last visits, the gallery map was handed to me reluctantly, and only upon my request. It was a poor quality photocopy. The front desk staffers were not able to adequately answer my questions (not at all, really) about current exhibits. On almost every visit this was the case. Training is definitely required.As always, the Maude Lewis exhibit is a joyful, exuberant space, drawing new fans and welcoming returning friends into the magical world of this mesmerizing artist.At the time of this writing, a retrospective of the painter, Mary Pratt's career is the gallery's featured exhibit. Not since the memorable Gee's Bend Quilters installment a few years ago, have I enjoyed an exhibit so much. I first visited on the evening of Nocturne (a free evening highlighting the Halifax art scene). What a joy! The exhibit itself, comprehensive in scope, was magnificent; the choice of pieces, the placement and hanging were superb, as was the guidance provided by knowledgeable, friendly docents. I understand special staffing was supplied for the evening, but the contrast between this delightful state of affairs, and the everyday indifferent, untrained staff was marked.Between the highlighted regular collection pieces and the visiting exhibits, you will find plenty to enjoy as long as you are aware of the shortcomings of this gallery (which has so much potential) and allocate time enough to find your way around.
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I've been here only a couple of times, the whole thing was awesome, all the different paintings. The one I loved the most I think would have to be a mechanical room one with foam/bubbles was so interesting had to go away & come back just to make sure I was seeing it correctly.
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My first visit to the Art Gallery of NS was to see the Mary Pratt exhibit recently. I was a member of the National Art Gallery while living in Ottawa but have to say I enjoyed the smaller size of this one. I will definitely be back!
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We were drawn to this museum to see the Maud Lewis house. As a child, Maud (born 1903) became afflicted with rheumatoid arthritis. Her small stature and unusual appearance caused her to become a recluse. She taught herself painting as a creative outlet. She married a poor fisherman at age 35 and lived in their tiny house until her death in 1970. She had painted nearly everything inside the house with flowers and birds -- stove, cabinets, walls, windows -- even the front door is decorated. The house was saved from total deterioration by a group of concerned citizens. The Canadian government and private individuals eventually made it possible to restore and conserve the house which is on permanent display in the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. Her individual paintings are also on display. They once sold for $5. Now they sell for thousands!The museum is easy to navigate. Small floors filled with art are contained within two buildings connected by an underground walkway. It's a nice way to fill an afternoon.