Aurora Artists Studio Tour

Our Studio tour is quickly approaching for more details 
see the AST brochure. Come  and  visit only 8 locations 
and you could win a Artist Gift basket. ( value over $200.)

Art Guild of Scarborough Fall Show

After one of our jurors, Phil Richards, had chosen the award winners for this year's 2016 Fall Show, he pronounced it one of the best he had seen. My little mixed media painting " Little Valley" won an honourable mention at that show last weekend.To view all award winners go to https://www.facebook.com/theartguildofscarborough/

Just a reminder that the Art Guild of Scarborough  and I invite you to attend our 
Fall Art Show & Sale on November 5th & 6th from 10am to 5pm.
I will be there Saturday from 10am - 1pm and Sunday afternoon.
 Come and join us.

Thanks Christine

Come to our October 22nd Art at the Theatre reception in Newmarket and bring a friend.  Free admission, parking and refreshments. 

I am pleased to say that I won an Honourable mention for my painting " Pastel Reflections "at last weekends Soyra, Art in the Valley, Art Show.

My art show at the Carlton Cinema at 20 Carlton Street in Toronto has been extended to August 10th. They are open daily from 1pm to 12am. For more information please email christine@studiovalentini.ca

These three images are  in the Aurora Townhall, Skylight Gallery until July 28th with 30 other pieces of my artwork. Please share. Thank you.


Title: Sunrise, watercolour and ink, 8x10, $160


Title: Dawns  Reflection,  oil, 10x10,  framed $ 180


Title:  Autumn in Haliburton,  oil, 10x10,  framed  Price: $  150

Art for All Canada (AFAC)

Toronto Theatre Galleries gave me the opportunity 
to hang my artwork at:

The Carlton Gallery.

from June 19th to August 4th 2016,

at 20 Carlton Street in Toronto.

open daily from 12pm to 12am. 

If you’re in the neighbourhood come 
and see for yourself.

For more information or to purchase a piece of original art please contact:

 christine@studiovalentini.ca
I have the following nine paintings on display. 

Invitation for July 8th reception

THEN and NOW –

Paintings by Christine Valentini at the 
Aurora Town Hall Skylight Gallery 
from  July 5^th to 28^th, 2016.

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Then and Now is a collection of watercolours, 
inks, oils and  pastel paintings featuring 
Canadian landscapes, northern lights, florals, 
historical homes and intuitive interpretations 
of semi-abstract nature scenes with swirling 
waters, enormous mountains  and tiny images.

Please join Christine at the Skylight gallery on
opening Night, Friday, July 8^th, from 7-9pm.

ARTS AND CULTURE AWARD 2016

Monday, May 30th I was very proud and honoured to receive the
Arts & Cultural Award from the Town of Aurora.
The award was presented by Councillor Jeff Thom.
Inspired by the Johnson’s family, this award is presented to an individual or group that has made significant contribution to the enhancement of the community through support or promotion of culture, music, visual, performing or literary arts.
(From the Town of Aurora program)
Christine Valentini has been a resident of Aurora since 1987 .
She has been an asset to both our town and the Aurora arts community. Christine has painted numerous architectural landmarks within our town.
Participating actively in both cultural and artistic life within our community, Christine is a proud participant at many public and juried art exhibitions where she has won numerous awards. She helped to create and remains a volunteer and Director off the all Aurora Artist Studio Tour.
Each year, Christine opens her studio to the public, so they can learn more about her art, ask questions and learn new techniques Christine gives her time to other artists in our town and is an mentor to many.
Video https://youtu.be/MqAnO29u1SM






Left: Eric McCartney our good neighbour who nominated me.

Art Guild of Scarborough Arthur show at Studio 888

Some images from the Scarborough Art Guild Arthur Show and my Free Spirit Award winning painting "Reach for the top" at Studio 888 in the Beaches. It was a busy weekend.

Art Aurora Show 2016

 Art Aurora 2016 .  Receiving my award from Mayor Geoffrey Dawe and Linda Welch, president of SOYRA. Posing with my Honourable Mention painting "Highlands" and certificate at the Skylight Gallery. Images with fellow artists and MPP Chris Ballard.  
It was a grant weekend.

Aurora Artist Studio Tour 2015

I like to thank my Husband Mike and granddaughters Erika and Krystal Ringhofer for helping me at the Studio tour. 

Thank you all that participated in the Aurora Artists Studio Tour and Huband Craddle of Hope fundraiser.
We had a great weekend and many visitors. 

I would like to announce the winners of my studio tour Raffle ticket draw:
1st prize winner for a $50 gift certificate, Yvonne Gregson.
2nd prize winner for golfing Santa, Maurice Defazio.
3rd prize winner for a two hour watercolour lesson, Silvia Defazio.
Congratulations to all, tickets were drawn by Erika Ringhofer. 

I’m happy to announce that we raised $339.65 sofar, $7 more than last year.
I’m waiting as a few friends promised to add to the fundraiser by next week.
Thank you very much to everyone that donated. 

Studio Valentini is open by appointment only. If you are still looking for a one of a kind gift for someone special or yourself, give me a call at 905 841 1847.
Have a great mild weekend.
Christine
PS. For a quick peak how my studio was set up please see pics below.

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Aurora's historic Hillary House hosting Art at the Manor 2015

Event aims to let you get your fill of colour before the winter sets in.

Art at the Manor