VISUAL ARTS
CAMERA ATOMICA takes a look at photography of nuclear weapons and energy. This exhibit covers the postwar period, from the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, through to the current day, including the triple meltdown at Fukushima Daiichi in 2011. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416-9796648). Until Nov. 15. CLASSICAL FORMS AND ANCIENT STRUCTURE is a solo exhibition by Brett Davis, who has employed ancient sculptural mediums to influence his work. By working with the bronze in this manner, he showcases the fragility of life, the environment and gives us a glimpse into a far ago culture lost in time. Canadian Sculpture Centre (500 Church St., 647-435-5858). Until Friday. DEAR SADIE This exhibit from the Archives of Ontario tells the story of Henry Mason and his sweetheart, Sadie Arbuckle. Their letters trace a moving love story set against the backdrop of The First World War. This event is included with regular admission to the museum. Spadina Museum: Historic House & Gardens (285 Spadina Rd., 416-392-6910). Until Nov. 29. $7.96. EXHIBITION IN THE PAPERMILL GALLERY Get a look at artwork surrounded by the natural beauty of Todmorden Mills. Art groups from around the city display their paintings at the gallery, offering a sample of contemporary Canadian art. This week features participants from the Botanical Artists of Canada. Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum (67 Pottery Rd., 416-396-2819). Until Nov. 8. KENT MONKMAN: THE RISE AND FALL OF CIVILIZATION Artist Kent Monkman’s creations address the bison’s near extinction during the 1800s when the population plummeted from 50 million to the mere hundreds and its effect on the Native populations. There is a publication featuring an interview with the artist available at the museum. Gardiner Museum (111 Queens Park, 416-586-8080). Until Jan. 10, 2016. MADE IN CHINA: CULTURAL ENCOUNTERS THROUGH EXPORT ART Although the world seems to be getting smaller by the year, this exhibit highlights a time when the divisions between Europe and China were much smaller. On display are over 100 objects, including paintings, porcelain, lacquer, silver and photography, all produced in China during the 18th and 19th centuries. Taken from the ROM’s col- lections, many of the objects here are rarely displayed and highlight a period of history when Europe was hungry for Chinese art. Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queen’s Park, 416-586-8000). Until Aug. 1, 2016. POMPEII: IN THE SHADOW OF THE VOLCANO More than 200 objects never seen before in Toronto tell the story of Pompeii, an ancient Roman city captured in time by ash and debris that buried it during a volcanic eruption. Pompeii focuses on the people living in the city, revealing the fragility of life in the face of natural disaster. Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queen’s Park, 416-586-8000). Until Jan. 3. A ROOM OF HER OWN Sara Sniderhan showcases people and their places in composed settings. Sniderhan has studied art in Toronto and Italy and has won awards from the Portrait Society of America, Toronto and Ontario Arts Councils and more. She was born in 1976 and is an artist who has given much to her artistry and to her community as a professor at OCAD, co-founder of a non-profit art school and more. Ingram Gallery (24 Hazelton Ave., Ingramgallery.com). Until Saturday. THIS HOUSE WAS MADE FOR CHRISTMAS Since the late ‘50s, the founders of the McMichael gallery celebrated Christmas by showcasing Canadian art to their neighbours. Guests are invited to see a plethora of historical Christmas cards drawn from public and private collections of the McMichael. Selected cards are works from important Canadian artists from the early to mid 20th century such as the Group of Seven. McMichael Canadian Art Collection (10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg, 905-893-1121). Until Jan. 31, 2016. WALKING TOGETHER This exhibit is based on the stories shared by survivors of the Mohawk Institute, a residential school from 1831 to 1969. On display is mixedmedia artwork provided by First Nations students from the Pauline Johnson Collegiate Vocational School. Entrance to the exhibit is included with regular admission. Mackenzie House (82 Bond St., 416-3926915). Until Nov. 15. WEEGEE: MURDER IS MY BUSINESS The photography of Arthur Fellig is highlighted. He was a freelance photojournalist in New York City from 1936 to 1947, where he became known for his shocking crime scene photos. He took photos of crimes and news events such as murders, car crashes and fires and has been said to have set the standards for tabloid journalism. There are also free exhibition tours daily at 2:30 p.m. Ryerson Image Centre (33 Gould St., 416979-5164). Until Dec. 13.