What is old? The land. What is new? Joan Rentoul’s special appreciation for the shapes and colours in the environment.
Rentoul’s exhibition of paintings entitled Landshapes opened Sept. 10, at the Minto Heritage Gallery.
Rentoul said, “My paintings reflect my love of the wilderness and the power of nature. The shapes that inspire me are a reflection of my spiritual connection to the land.”
Rentoul has worked in graphic and textile design and as a book illustrator. She is known as a book artist and bookbinder having operated a bookbinding studio in Guelph for many years.
The exhibition of twenty-five paintings is a first for the artist. “In these paintings you can see the artist’s skill, training and creative intent. The Minto Arts Council is very pleased to host Joan’s first exhibition of paintings,” said Wesley Bates, president of the Minto Arts Council.
Rentoul’s Landshapes is the council’s feature presentation for Minto Cultural Days.
The Minto Heritage Gallery is located upstairs at the Harriston Public Library.
