Paint Ontario

Judy Ross-Mack
2026-05-16 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Venue Grounds, 20 Municipal Dr, Grand Bend, Canada
Indigenous Story Telling Event
Join us as Indigenous Artist, Judy Ross-Mack, presents her paintings of 8 spirit animals. Stories Written by Red George.
Under the tent a narrative unfolds that transcends time and culture.
Each piece, meticulously crafted with traditional techniques and imbued with ancestral wisdom, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of indigenous heritage. The vibrant hues speak of a connection to the land and its animals.
We invite visitors to immerse themselves in the stories told through art and become part of this small sanctuary as you are guided on a journey of discovery and connection to a world steeped in tradition and reverence.
Judy Ross Mack, is a Swampy Cree painter and digital artist from the Territory Weenusk First Nations. Judy is a 60s scoop survivor that has been part of the KW Indigenous community since she was 16 years old, currently residing in Waterloo. https://www.judyrossmackart.com/
The Spirit Animal Tent was made possible through a $10,000 grant from the Municipality of Lambton Shores Vibrancy Grant and Cordelio Power in 2024
The Pinedale Motel has generously sponsored this event with lodgings for Judy Ross-Mac and her team.

Alicia Orr - Beadwork
2026-05-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Main Gallery Show Floor, 20 Municipal Dr, Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada
Alicia Orr of Alicia’s Beadworks will be demonstrating the art of handmade Indigenous beadwork, showcasing a variety of traditional and contemporary techniques. Throughout the demonstration, she will be creating fringe earrings, working on a beaded medallion, flat stitch earrings, and a tubular peyote stitch lanyard.

Visitors will have the opportunity to observe the step-by-step process, learn about materials and techniques, and explore the meaning behind color choices and patterns. Alicia will also have a binder of previously completed custom work available to view, highlighting her specialty in custom-designed beadwork.

This demonstration highlights both the cultural significance and modern creativity of beadwork, with finished pieces and works in progress available to view and purchase at the Art Centre Shoppe.

.http://aliciasbeadworks.ca

Layne Van Loo & Elaine Guitar Van Loo
2026-05-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Main Gallery Show Floor, 20 Municipal Dr, Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada
Still Life Demo
Elaine and Layne will be demonstrating the art of drawing a still life, demystifying the complexity of still life setting with methods of sight, size and proportional measurement. For the curious and adventurous observers, a few supplies will be available so participants can also try their hand at still life drawing. There will be easels available if you want to join in.
Bio: Elaine and Layne discovered Paint Ontario in 2018 as exhibitors and were so impressed with the entire experience that they have returned every year since as both exhibitors and demonstrators. Among other accolades won at Paint Ontario, Layne’s acrylic won 2019’s Wildlife Choice Award and Elaine won First Place in our portrait category another year. We are so honoured to have these two artists as an integral part of our show year after year. They both impress gallery audiences with their demonstrations.
Learn more about the work of these two talented artists:
View Elaine’s portfolio here. View Layne’s portfolio here.

Judy Ross Mac
2026-05-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Venue Grounds, 20 Municipal Dr, Grand Bend, Canada
Spirit Animal Tent – Through a generous $10,000 grant from the Municipality of Lambton Shores Vibrancy Grant and Cordelio Power, the Grand Bend Art Centre is bringing to Paint Ontario an Indigenous Story Telling Event.
Join us as Indigenous Artist, Judy Ross-Mack, presents her paintings of 8 spirit animals. Stories Written by Red George.
Under the tent a narrative unfolds that transcends time and culture.
Each piece, meticulously crafted with traditional techniques and imbued with ancestral wisdom, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of indigenous heritage. The vibrant hues speak of a connection to the land and its animals.
We invite visitors to immerse themselves in the stories told through art and become part of this small sanctuary as you are guided on a journey of discovery and connection to a world steeped in tradition and reverence.
Judy Ross Mack, is a Swampy Cree painter and digital artist from the Territory Weenusk First Nations. Judy is a 60s scoop survivor that has been part of the KW Indigenous community since she was 16 years old, currently residing in Waterloo.
https://www.judyrossmackart.com/

Alicia Orr - Beadwork
2026-05-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Main Gallery Show Floor, 20 Municipal Dr, Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada
Alicia of Alicia’s Beadworks will be demonstrating the art of handmade Indigenous beadwork, showcasing a variety of traditional and contemporary techniques. Throughout the demonstration, she will be creating fringe earrings, working on a beaded medallion, flat stitch earrings, and a tubular peyote stitch lanyard.

Visitors will have the opportunity to observe the step-by-step process, learn about materials and techniques, and explore the meaning behind color choices and patterns. Alicia will also have a binder of previously completed custom work available to view, highlighting her specialty in custom-designed beadwork.

This demonstration highlights both the cultural significance and modern creativity of beadwork, with finished pieces and works in progress available to view and purchase at the Art Centre Shoppe.
http://aliciasbeadworks.ca
