"Partners" Show at Amicus Gallery July 22nd - August 4th

Below are the works in the show. I have been showing my works at Amicus for 2 years now. Amicus is a beautiful gallery located in Chester, Nova Scotia. If you are in the area drop by the gallery to see the works in person. They are right next to the Chester Playhouse on Pleasant Street.

You can click on the images to see a larger version of the works.

This is the anchor piece for the show, its the second study of the same scene I painted a few months ago. I've titled it Summer Evening, Chester Harbour. 24x36 acrylic on gallery canvas.

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This one is titled Freda's Beach, Evening Light. 24x18 acrylic on gallery canvas.

This was one of the most challenging works I've painted in awhile . Its one of the beautiful beaches that dot the South Shore of Nova Scotia. Its titled Cleveland Beach. 12x36 acrylic on gallery canvas.

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A smaller work for the show titled Indian Harbour a beautiful inlet just before Peggy's Cove. 16x12 acrylic on gallery canvas.

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I was captivated by the beauty of the shoreline of the Aspotogan Peninsula. This work is titled Aspotogan Shore. 14x11 acrylic on Beechwood Board.

A small work titled Heading to Chester. 10x8 acrylic on gallery canvas.

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The final piece for the show is another small work. Titled Sailing Near Blackpoint. 8x10 acrylic on gallery canvas.

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New work at Argyle Fine Art in Halifax

This is a new painting I submitted to Argyle Fine Art in Halifax, NS. Its titled Coastal Light and is 18x24 Acrylic on canvas.
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Paintings by Dijon Curley AVALON

My New You-Tube Video showcasing the works in my show AVALON

This is the invite for my feature artist show at The Art Sales & Rental Gallery in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The show runs from March 1st until the 31st. Below are images of the works for the show as well as my artist statement.

 AVALON

I recently traveled to the Avalon Peninsula in Newfoundland. It was my first time traveling to the region and I immediately fell in love with the rugged beauty of the land. Amazing vistas, islands of rock and colourful houses captivated me the entire time I was there. In this new series of works, I wanted to bring to the viewer the same feeling I experienced and bring that amazing light and colour to the canvas.

In every painting I produce there is always an emotional connection, whether a lonely tree in a golden field of wheat, rolling hills next to a red barn or cliffs against a dramatic sky. I strive to capture a moment of tranquillity in my work through colour and movement, while balancing between realism and expressionism.

My chosen medium is acrylic. Its versatility allows me to play with light and shadow. While exaggerating these elements, I continue to focus on producing works that are believable.

In today's fast-paced world, with its emphasis on multitasking, we tend to be constantly moving. My intention is to either give the viewer the opportunity to stop for a moment and recall a memory that is both nostalgic and inspirational, or to take them to a place that allows reflection.



I drove to Cupids one morning and loved the funny shed along the water. I loved how the angle of the roof almost matched the angle of the hill. This is in the show AVALON. I've titled it Cupids Peak and is 24x30 Acrylic on Canvas.
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Another piece in AVALON. This little shed captivated me all alone on the top of a hill of rock. It is titled Mid Morning, Hibbs Cove. It is 24x18 Acrylic on Canvas.

I was captivated by the reflection in the water and the tranquility of the scene. This is in AVALON and is titled Cupids Morning and is 18x24 Acrylic on Canvas.
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This is the smallest piece  for AVALON, its titled Cul-de-Sac, Hibbs Cove. It is 12x24 Acrylic on Canvas
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This painting was fun to paint because of the composition. It is also in the show AVALON. Its titled Cape Spear and is 24x30 Acrylic on Canvas.

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This is another large piece for AVALON. I've titled it Below Signal Hill. It is 36x24 Acrylic on Canvas.

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AVALON

This will be the anchor piece for my up and coming solo show as feature artist for the month of March. The show will run from March 1st until March 31st 2011 at The Art Sales & Rental Gallery. I recently travelled to the Avalon Peninsula in August of last year. I immediately fell in Love with the scenery, the light and colors of this breathtaking area. I will post works as they are completed, as well as the date of the opening reception. This piece is titled Waking up, Signal Hill Rd. it is 40x30 Acrylic on canvas.

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This is my friend Zehava Power. She will be feature artist for the month of February at the Art Sales & Rental Gallery at 1723 Hollis Street in Halifax. Her work is amazing and I've always been a huge fan. Her show is titled HALIFAX . 10 new works of scenes of the city. Do drop by the gallery for the month of February. Every Friday during the month Zehava will be in attendance in the gallery.

This painting I finished today. Its Chester's front harbour on the South Shore of Nova Scotia. I really enjoyed painting this composition and loved the play of light and shadow. It's currently showing at the Art Sales and Rental Gallery in Halifax, NS. I've titled this piece "Chester Harbour, Evening Light". It is 16 x 40, Acrylic on canvas. Feel free to click on any images on this page to bring up a larger version.
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These four mini paintings will be shown at Argyle Fine Art Gallery on January 28th, 2011. I've taken part in a group show called Pre-Shrunk, over 50 artists are participating and all works are 4 inches by 5 inches. Do drop by on the 28th.You can also click the link on the lower right of this page to view the galleries website for further information.

 This one is titled "Cape Spear, Newfoundland". It is 4x5, Acrylic on Canvas.

 This is titled "Peggy's Cove, Evening Fall Light". It is 5x4 Acrylic on Canvas.

 This one is titled "Shad Bay, NS". It is 5x4 Acrylic on Canvas.

This is the final one submitted for the show and is titled "Evening Summer Farm Light". It is 4x5 Acrylic on Canvas.