In the quiet act of facing a mirror, women throughout history have turned self-portraiture into a bold and defiant gesture of self-reclamation. Seeing Ourselves: Self Portraits by the Artists of OKWA draws on this legacy for its annual exhibition, inviting both artists and viewers to consider the many ways identity can be revealed.
Traditionally, the term “self-portrait” evokes an image of the artist’s face or figure rendered in paint. In this exhibition, the concept expands beyond likeness to encompass the emotional, psychological, and symbolic dimensions of the self. From figurative works to abstract expressions, these portraits illuminate character, memory, and imagination in unexpected ways.
The result is an exhibition that invites reflection—an experience as compelling for those creating the work as it is for those encountering it.
Dates
Monday to Friday: 10:30AM – 4:30PM
Saturday and Sunday: 10:30AM – 5PM
Opening Reception: Sunday, September 28, 2 – 4:30PM
They will be running a portrait activity for Tett@10: Reflections on Saturday, October 4 in addition to 3 artists being there to answer questions and to comment on the work.
Artist Talks on Sunday, October 5 from 1 - 3PM.
All Ages | Free Admission
About
The Organization of Kingston Women Artists (OKWA) is a non-profit independent association formed in Kingston, Ontario in 1989, with a current membership of approximately sixty artists. The organization provides a forum for mutual support and exchange of information and ideas among local professional women artists. Our annual exhibitions and artist talks increase the awareness and appreciation of contemporary women’s art in our community.
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