VISUAL ARTS
ABBAS KIAROSTAMI: DOORS WITHOUT KEYS The latest installation by this Iranian photographer is a work of art more than two decades in the making, consisting of life-sized photos of historic doors in Iran, Morocco, France and Italy. The multidisciplinary exhibition is built like a maze and includes sound and lighting effects, as well as short films. Aga Khan Museum (77 Wynford Dr., 416-6464677). Until March 27. DRAWING, JE T’AIME: SELECTIONS FROM THE AGO VAULTS The first exhibition by the Art Gallery of Ontario’s new Print & Drawing Council is a showcase of drawings from all kinds of eras, countries and contexts. This exhibition contains more than 100 works of art created merely by drawing and sketching on paper. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416-979-6648). Until April 3. FOR EVERY SEASON features landscape paintings by legendary Canadian artists such as Emily Carr, Tom Thomson, David Milne, J.E.H. MacDonald and others. McMichael Canadian Art Collection (10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg, 905-893-1121). Until Jan. 31. 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. Selected cards are works from the likes of important Canadian artists from the early-mid 20th century, such as the Group of Seven. McMichael Canadian Art Collection (10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg, 905-893-1121). Until Jan. 31. JILLIAN KAY ROSS: MOST DOGS GO TO HEAVEN Based on a fictional news story about the Pope announcing all dogs go to heaven, this art exhibition touches on the theme of reassurance of the idea of being reunited with your dog on the other side. Division Gallery (45 Ernest Ave., 647-346-9082). Until Feb. 6. J.M.W. TURNER: PAINTING SET FREE This exhibition focuses on the last 15 years of Turner’s life, from 1835 to his final exhibition at the Royal Academy in 1850. More than 50 works will be displayed, on loan from the Tate Britain. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416-979-6648). Until Jan. 31. MANY THINGS BROUGHT FROM ONE CLIMATE TO ANOTHER Showcasing artworks from the past 50+ years, this exhibit demonstrates how contemporary artists express their perceptions of modern life in all its complexity and textures. Artworks range from paintings to floor lighting and sculpture using unusual objects. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416-979-6648). Until June 12. SUPERREAL: POP ART FROM THE AGO COLLECTION displays works that the gallery acquired through its Women’s Committee half a century ago: Andy Warhol’s Elvis I and II, George Segal’s The
Butcher Shop, Claes Oldenburg’s Floor Burger and Robert Rauschenberg’s Story. The Oldenburg sculpture was restored by the AGO’s conservation team in 2013. In the ‘60s, pop art changed the way we see artworks — reacting to consumer culture and mass production by using it as an inspiration for a new kind of esthetic. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416979-6648). Until Dec. 31. LES TEMPS INACHEVÉS (UNFINISHED TIME) collects the work of Montreal-based artist Patrick Bernatchez, Chrysalides (2006-13) and Lost in Time (2009-15). Chrysalides was inspired by the discovery of notebook imprinted with mould patterns, leading to observations of life and decay. Lost in Time is a series of examinations of time through a number of mediums. Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery (231 Queens Quay W., 416-973-4949). Until May 15.