Slow Art Sunday - Thomson

As we celebrate Canada’s 156th birthday, Slow Art Sunday brings you one of our country’s most recognized painters and one of his most famous paintings. Tom Thomson played a significant role in the early years of Canada’s art scene and “The Jack Pine” (1917) has taken a notable place in culture. Although he had a short career, sadly passing away at a young age, Thomson’s artistic contribution has had a lasting impact.

Known for his bold brushstrokes, vibrant colours and deep connection to nature, he often painted plein air (outside on location). He travelled to remote places to capture the spirit of what he wanted to convey.

Thomson died before the Group of Seven was established, however, he was friends with many of the members and together they dreamed of a group that would birth a uniquely Canadian style of painting.

A new exhibition, “Tom Thomson: North Star”, has just opened at the McMichael Gallery in Ontario and will run until January 2024.

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