A Perfect State of Happiness
Candace Makowichuk & Ruth-Anne French

This group exhibition unites the small-scale ceramic sculptures of Ruth-Anne French and the photographic work of Candace Makowichuk. Both artists entertain aspects of play within their work while investigating individual points of interest. Using manufactured molds, thrown clay pottery and an intense colour pallet, French tinkers with formal design, pop culture and the handmade to present a series of amusing but bittersweet narratives that question beauty and truth. Makowichuk merges two photographic series; “The Identity Project” which examines identity issues in the context of women in society and identity in relation to the family, and “Through the Eyes of a Child,” depicting the playful aspects of childhood that remain constant over time, generations and cultures.

Exhibiton Date: November 26 to December 18, 2009
Opening Reception: November 26, 7 to 10pm
Artist Talk: Friday, November 27, 7pm

gallery   Nhan Duc Nguyen   Lee Henderson