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Peter Rotter & John Lennard "Canadian Landscapes: Two Perspectives" Talented Canadian landscape artists Peter Rotter and John Lennard will unveil new works at the Gallery on the Lake in Buckhorn, Ontario on September 24, 2005. The exhibit, which runs until October 6, 2005, will highlight the artists' contrasting styles - from Peter Rotter's calm spring and winter images to John Lennard's bold colours and stunning design.
Peter Rotter states, "Landscapes dominate the subjects of my paintings, simply because they have always surrounded my life. For me these places are found in Northern Ontario. Growing up it was where I spent my summers and weekends. Growing older I've realized the impact it made on my life and work. I am drawn to a particular place by a luminous colour, a certain slant of light, an interesting shape or shadow, movement of sky, a memory of sound and smell." He goes on to add, "These elements are what interest and excite me, stirring my passion to paint. Feeling is the essential motif behind my work; the initial inspiration holds the key to the process that evolves afterwards." John Lennard is a contemporary landscape painter who vividly expresses his love of art and nature in his colourful oil canvases, with brilliant reds, oranges and blues used to illustrate the Canadian forest and countryside. The bold colours and strong design enable the viewers to look into the shadows and see light and colour they never knew existed in nature. John studied at the Ontario College of Art and the Art Students League of New York. He has shown his work in numerous collections in Canada and abroad as well as participating in many solo and group exhibitions. He is a member of various art organizations and is listed in "A Dictionary of Canadian Artists" and "Artists in Canada." The opening reception and "Meet the Artists" will be held on September 24, 2005 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the main rotunda at the Gallery. The exhibit runs from September 24 to October 6. The Gallery on the Lake is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. We are located 30 minutes north of Peterborough on County Road 36, 3 kms east of Buckhorn. For more information: Tel: 705-657-1108 Fax: 705-657-7166 Toll Free: 1-888-242-7475 E-mail: info@galleryonthelake.com