The Art Bank team is excited to introduce a new way for art lovers to enjoy selected works from the Art Bank collection—from the convenience of your device, whether you’re at home or on the go!
In addition to renting out art for display in offices across Canada, hosting curated exhibitions, lending works of art to museums and sharing images of artwork online at artbank.ca, the Art Bank is piloting a new Web app to promote greater, nation-wide access to works from the largest collection of contemporary art in Canada.
So, if you’re planning on attending any of the upcoming Art Bank events in the National Capital Region and would like to enhance your experience by learning more about featured works of art and artists—or, if you can’t attend in person but would still like a self-guided tour—be sure to check things out on the app.
Take a tour
Interested in learning more about the Art Bank collection and its impressive facility?
Scan the QR code or use the app to take a tour!
You can also visit Visual Echoes, a thematic display curated by Carleton University student Fara Abn as part of Doors Open Ottawa, a free annual event that explores the city’s culture, history and local buildings. Simply look for the QR code when you're visiting in person on June 1, or check out the app.
Madweyàshkà | Like A Wave
This exciting new exhibition that brings together works of art by contemporary First Nations and Métis artists from the past four decades will open in the Canada Council’s Âjagemô Exhibition Space on June 18.
The exhibition includes a selection of works from the Art Bank, which has proudly featured Indigenous voices, artists and practices since the 1970s.
Curated by Olivia Kristoff, an emerging curator and writer from the Cowessess First Nation based in Saskatoon, (Treaty 6 Territory), Saskatchewan, the exhibition uses the power of art to enable visitors to reflect on the experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada and appreciate how artists use art to heal, while also communicating complex, multi-layered narratives.
Access exclusive content on the artists and their works
Look for the QR code when you’re in the gallery, or check things out on the app.
How was your app experience?
The Art Bank team would love to have your feedback on the new app it is piloting. What did you like most? What could the Art Bank do differently next time? Complete the survey here.