Jane Van Every
Earlier in February this year, a painting by Jane Van Every was donated to Homer Watson House & Gallery. Born […]
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Watson House Plaques and Historical Designations
In September 1955, the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada unveiled a plaque at the Watson House commemorating the
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Tom Cayley’s Still-Life Paintings
A “still-life” is a piece of artwork that depicts inanimate objects, typically (but not always) everyday items arranged by the
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A Department Store Christmas
There are several Canadian department stores that were active during the lifetime of the Watson family, such as Simpson’s, the
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Homer’s Art Awards
November 2023 marks the start of Homer Watson House & Gallery’s second annual juried show. Exhibitions using a competitive entry
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Pumpkin Traditions and Treats
When Doon was still a village and surrounded by farmland, the fall season meant the appearance of pumpkins in some
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Historic Art Catalogues
Catalogues have long since been used by artists for both public and commercial exhibitions, ranging from simple to complex. Some
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Homer Watson and Environmentalism
Did you know that August marks the establishment of numerous environmental movements in Canada? From the signing of the Migratory
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Summer Vacation in Doon
It is no secret that summertime held a special place in Homer Watson’s heart. As an early environmentalist, Homer was
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Studio Cleaning
Preventative Conservation: Caring for the Watson Studio Homer Watson’s studio is a unique and important part of Homer Watson House