Watercolours by Lynn and Toni Onley: A Father-Daughter Exhibition
March 02 - April 27, 2012
Opening
Reception: Meet the Artist, Lynn Onley, March 2
(Fri), 3pm - 6pm
Legendary and
beloved Canadian watercolour artist Toni Onley
passed away 8 years ago at the age of 75. His
daughter, Lynn Onley, through her own art is keeping
the family tradition vibrant and alive.
“Connected Landscapes” presented by Art Beatus
(Vancouver) will feature a special selection of
watercolour paintings by both father and
daughter. Approximately 24 works, 12 for each
artist, will be on display. The exhibition
opens on March 02, 2012 from 3pm to 6pm and Lynn
Onley will be present at the reception.
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.
“The show is all about connections, between us, our
elements and each other”.
Lynn Onley was born in
1953. Following in the footsteps of her parents,
she began her formal education in art when she
enrolled at the Capilano College of Art, then at the
Vancouver School of Art, and finally graduating in
1982 at the Emily Carr College of Art with a major in
sculpture. In her mid-30’s, her interest in
painting grew strong and she began flying and painting
with her father, often to isolated, far-off locations
in British Columbia made only accessible by Toni’s
small plane. “My father was a great mentor and
friend. You’ll see his influences, also my own
unique style. His paintings are just stunning…I
spent many wondrous times sitting on a log watching my
father paint everything with one brush”.
Born in 1928 on the Isle of
Man, Toni Onley immigrated to Canada in 1948, living
in Brantford, Ontario and eventually settling in
Vancouver, British Columbia. Although he was
widely known for his distinctive watercolours and
oils, Toni also worked in mixed media and collage. His
love of flying enabled him to travel to remote places,
capturing the landscapes he was known so well for, and
drawing many pencil sketches from the air. In
1999 he was made an Officer of the Order of
Canada. Tragically, Toni died in February 2004
when his amphibious float plane plunged into
the Fraser River while he was practicing
take-offs and landings.
Similar to her father, Lynn Onley regularly uses her art to support a number of organizations that are important to her. For the duration of the “Connected Landscapes” exhibition, raffle tickets for charity will be sold through the gallery - 1 for $5.00 or 3 for $10.00. Given Toni’s and Lynn’s connection to nature, and their appreciation and interest in environmental issues, all proceeds received will be donated to the environmental organization, Sierra Club BC*. In addition to the watercolour paintings on exhibit, a number of silkscreen prints and an oil painting will also be available to view. “Connected Landscapes” featuring the works of Lynn and Toni Onley runs from March 2 to April 27, 2012.
Art Beatus, with a location in Vancouver, Canada and two locations in Hong Kong, showcases international art with a focus on contemporary Chinese art. Art Beatus (Vancouver) is located in the Nelson Square Office Tower at 108 – 808 Nelson Street in Vancouver, BC.
Art Beatus (Vancouver)
Consultancy Ltd. is open Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm
and is closed on weekends and holidays.
Underground and street parking is available.
Free admission.
