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SAW Gallery
Bold, challenging art by some of
Canada’s more avant-garde artists
is routinely shown at SAW Gal-
lery, which is now located inside
a beautiful, modern space that
acts as a hub for Ottawa’s arts
community. SAW also has a major
film and video component, hosts
regular art and music shows, and
is a welcoming space for all.
it needs to be appreciated while
also providing seating areas for
restful, contemplative pauses. Here,
visitors can purchase prints by
such prominent Canadian artists as
Norval Morrisseau, Charles Spratt,
and Jean-Pierre LaFrance, among
others. 1771 St. Laurent Ave., 613-
526-1562, koymangalleries.com
67 Nicholas St., 613-236-6181,
galleriessawgallery.com
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Cube Gallery
This bright, airy gallery features
works in diverse media from local,
national, and international contem-
porary artists. Drop in to see what’s
on view — Cube regularly exhibits
group and solo shows. Plus, it serves
as a hub for the busy Wellington
West neighbourhood, hosting
concerts, performances, and book
launches that attract local art af-
ficionados. 1285 Wellington W. St.,
613-728-2111, cubegallery.ca
Galerie d’art Vincent
Located inside the majestic Château
Laurier, Galerie d’art Vincent is
one of Ottawa’s oldest purveyors
Wall Space Gallery
of Canadian fine art, including
an extensive collection of original
Inuit carvings from Baffin Island
and the Keewatin, as well as origi-
nal prints by such renowned Inuit
artists as Kenojuak Ashevak and
Pudlo Pudlat. 1 Rideau St., 613-
Ottawa-area artists as Michael
Harrington, Sarah Hatton,
Jonathan Hobin, David Kaarse-
maker, Whitney Lewis-Smith,
Leslie Reid, and others.
293 Dalhousie St., 613-789-7145,
galleriestlaurentplushill.com
241-1144, vincent.inuitfinearts.com
Galerie St-Laurent + Hill
Since 1977, this commercial
gallery has built a reputation
on showcasing some of the best
art Ottawa has to offer. Located
just off to the side of the ByWard
Market, the gallery presents works
by such new and established
Koyman Galleries
Established in 1965, the gallery
represents over 175 established
and emerging Canadian artists.
Koyman now boasts the largest
gallery space in Canada, offering
13,000 square feet of viewing space
across two floors. Though vast, the
gallery gives the artwork the space
Koyman Galleries
L.A. Pai Gallery
For 17 years, this gallery has been
selling wearable art, unique jewel-
lery, contemporary sculpture, and
material art, including works in
glass, metal, and ceramic. It is a
small space, but there is no lack of
energy here — in fact, art installa-
tions are a frequent occurrence, and
curator Lisa A. Pai creatively shares
her discoveries in this much-loved
space. Regular exhibitions feature
Ottawa-area and Canadian artists,
such as Montreal’s Lisa Creskey,
Gatineau’s Mustapha Chadid, and
Vancouver’s Mary Anne Barkhouse.
13 Murray St., 613-241-2767,
lapaigallery.com
The Sussex Contemporary
Ottawa’s newest contemporary art
space is focused on process-based
art, shaking things up through their
residency program, which invites
artists to work in the gallery space,
thereby celebrating the artistic pro-
cess. The modern, light-filled rooms
display works in diverse media —
pop by to immerse yourself in their
gallery located on one of the city’s
most historical streets. 531 Sussex
Dr., thesussexcontemporary.com
Wall Space Gallery
Focusing on art by contemporary
artists from Ottawa and beyond,
Wall Space showcases impressive
artworks at various price points.
The inviting space is a lovely place
to gaze upon large works but also
holds small display cases with pieces
perfect for gifting. Wall Space carries
Fluid jewellery by Caelen Ellis, as
well as pieces by other Canadian de-
signers. Thought-provoking exhibits
by such local artists as Patti Nor-
mand and Drew Mosley are notable.
358 Richmond Ave., 613-729-0003,
wallspacegallery.ca
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