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Exhibitions on Now
Haley Uyeda: Without Being Said
February 24, 2026 - April 19, 2026
Without Being Said is an exhibition of new work by Haley Uyeda featuring photograms on canvas, paper collages, and framed photographs. Attentive to the effects of light and shadow, Uyeda gravitates to windows as a formal element in her work and as a creative agent in her art-making processes. Conceptually, windows are portals of absence […]
Scott Rogers: Mutualism (Fixed Assets)
November 15, 2025 - April 12, 2026
Mutualism (Fixed Assets) is a new temporary public artwork for the backyard at The Robert McLaughlin Gallery. This ambitious new installation builds on Rogers’ interest in human- built infrastructures for the care and support of non-human beings. Taking the form of a site-responsive bird feeding station, the work is assembled from broken automobile parts scavenged […]
Olivia Whetung: inawendiwok
November 15, 2025 - April 12, 2026
Organized by The Art Gallery of Mississauga A member of Curve Lake First Nation and citizen of the Nishnaabeg Nation, artist Olivia Whetung draws upon her experience working on and with the land to create artworks that speak of the interdependence and relationality within our ecosystem. Researching land-based and food de-commodifying movements, Anishinaabe knowledge, and […]
Community Connections
January 17, 2026 - June 7, 2026
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery and the Oshawa Camera Club is teaming up with Community Development Council Durham’s (CDCD) Community Connections program to highlight the experiences of newcomers and immigrants in Durham Region. For this project, the participants took photographs that capture their lives in their new community and consider their important role within it. The […]
Natural Curiosities
January 17, 2026 - June 7, 2026
Flowers and plants have long fascinated artists, serving as both subjects of study and sources of inspiration. To hone their skills of observation, artists look to botanical subjects to study the effects of form, colour, and light and to translate the beauty and fragility they see in nature into poignant works of art. Drawing from […]
Homage
September 6, 2025 - August 23, 2026
Paying homage is more than an act of reverence—it is a gesture rooted in respect and a way to acknowledge influence and inspiration. Artists often engage with the past to make sense of the present: responding to those who shaped them, the histories they’ve inherited, and the cultural forces that continue to shape our world. […]
What's New
May OPG Sunday: Underwater Ecosystem
May 10, 2026
This month, we dive deep to explore life among the coral reefs. We will use colourful plasticine to sculpt a turtle or sea creature of your choosing. We will also use vibrant soft pastels to draw floating jellyfish, with patterns glowing in the dark abyss. Our bold artworks take inspiration from the lively, striking and […]
Summer Exhibitions Opening: Stephen Andrews, Oliver Husain, and Austin Henderson
June 13, 2026
It’s summer at the RMG! We have five wonderful new exhibitions to share with you, including solo exhibitions with Stephen Andrews, Oliver Husain, and emerging artist in residence, Austin Henderson. Come celebrate with us! Curatorial and artist remarks will be delivered at 1:30pm followed by three artist-led exhibitions tours. Refreshments served. Also freshly on view from […]
Events
Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition: Info Session & Exhibition Tour 2026
Apr 14, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Calling all senior artists! We invite you to take part in this two-part event at the RMG, which begins with an overview of the Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition, including competition categories and judging criteria, and concludes with an optional tour of some of our current exhibitions. Come get your questions answered! Please register for this […]
PA Day Camp: April 2026
Apr 17, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Please note all spots have been filled. PA Day Camp offers an exciting day for campers, featuring exploration of current exhibitions and creative expression through art. Participants are encouraged to embrace messiness and experiment with different materials. Ages 5-10$50 Members/ $70 Non-Members *Cancellation requests received prior to the start of the program will receive a […]
The Oshawa Art Association’s 58th Juried Art Exhibition: Opening Reception and Awards Presentation
Apr 23, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us from 6-9pm for the opening reception of the Oshawa Art Association’s 58th Juried Art Exhibition. Awards to be presented at 7pm. This event is free and open to everyone. If there are ways we can support your participation, please contact Hannah at [email protected].
Olivia Whetung, “GHOST ACRES,” 2024/25, 6/0 Miyuki seed beads, Berkley FireLine, rope. Installed at The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, as part of the solo exhibition, inawendiwok. Image by Tony Hafkenscheid.
Call for Proposals: Atrium Commission
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery (RMG) is excited to announce a Call for Proposals for a new installation commission to be suspended in the atrium, located in the lobby of the gallery.
RBC Emerging Artist Residency Program
The RBC Emerging Artist Residency is a paid residency opportunity for emerging artists supported by the RBC Foundation’s Emerging Artist Project. The residency package presents artists with opportunities for professional growth, exhibition experience, and collaboration with RMG staff.
Check us out on Google Arts & Culture
Explore our Permanent Collection in an interactive and fun way and be sure to check out our first Online Exhibition Story about Isabel McLaughlin and Alexandra Luke, two women artists and collectors who were instrumental to the history and development of The Robert McLaughlin Gallery.