VISUAL ARTS
AMY BOWLES: CASTING THE STONES features a series of paintings on stones and works on paper. These works were made by this Toronto based interdisciplinary artist while at a residency at Artscape Gibraltar Point. Gallery 555 (555 Bloor St. W., Suite #6, 416-9859448). Until Saturday. ANISHINAABEG: ART & POWER explores the life, traditions and sacred stories of the Anishinaabeg as told through their powerful art over the last two centuries. As Star art critic Murray Whyte said, it’s “an empowering, refreshing gesture towards reconciliation. It also reveals just how long that road will be.” Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queen’s Park, 416-5868000). Until Nov. 19. AN UNASSAILABLE AND MONUMENTAL DIGNITY explores images of black males in the public sphere. Artists Alexandra Bell, Mohamed Bourouissa, Leslie Hewitt, Aaron Jones and Keisha Scarville use found objects and photographs to question the contexts and truth claims found within them. Contact Gallery (80 Spadina Ave., Suite #205, 416-5399595). Until Nov. 18. BUILT TO REMEMBER: THE HOLOCAUST MUSEUMS OF TODAY AND TOMORROW presents a sampling of Holocaust museums from around the world, exploring the various narratives and stories. Relating these Holocaust events back to the present and future, this exhibit considers the generations of students learning about the Holocaust by visits to these institutions. J. Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre (750 Spadina Ave., 416-924-6211). Until Nov 29. EARTHLINGS is a group show of otherworldly, surreal and magical ceramic sculpture and works on paper, from artists with distinct cultural and geographical positions (from Kangiqliniq/Rankin Inlet, Kinngait/Cape Dorset, Qamani’tuaq/ Baker Lake and Toronto). Doris McCarthy Gallery UTSC (1265 Military Trail, 416287-7007). Until Jan. 27, 2018. FERMENTING FEMINISM, CURATED BY LAUREN FOURNIER Kombucha, bacteria, vessels, vitalism, effervescence, degradation and decay. This exhibit brings together artists whose work fleshes out intersections between fermentation and intersectional feminisms. Critical Distance (180 Shaw St., Suite #302, 647-930-6930). Until Nov. 26. GRAPHIC LIBERATION OF GENDER: POSTER EXHIBITION The late Eiko Ishioka (1938-2012) was famous as a designer, art director and graphic designer. Starting as one of the staff designers at Shiseido Cosmetic Company in 1961, Ishioka rewrote the self-image of Japanese women. These posters suggested that women enjoy fashion as an expression of pride in their gender. Japan Foundation (2 Bloor St. E., #300, 416-966-1600). Until Dec. 20. GUILLERMO DEL TORO: AT HOME WITH MONSTERS From the fantastic to the frightful, don’t miss this rare glimpse into the world of renowned filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and his cabinet of curiosities. Art Gallery Of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416-979-6648). Until Jan. 7, 2018. HOCKEY HALL OF FAME NHL CENTENNIAL EXHIBIT This exhibit is a tribute to the players and teams of the NHL from 1917-2017. Check out the induction weekend this Friday to Monday, with tributes to the Class of 2017. This special event will have guest appearances, Q&A forum, autograph signings and the annual Legends Classic (Team Kurri versus Team Messier at Air Canada Centre), plus more. Hockey Hall of Fame (30 Yonge St., 416360-7765). Until Dec. 31. HHOF.com. KINDRED is a portrait exhibition using permanent processes, from a large number of Quebec artists. Photographers were asked to submit a photo of someone in their community that they look up to. The result is a rich mix of influential people who have an impact on others in the community. Connections Gallery (1840 Danforth Ave., Connections gallery. wordpress.com). Until Nov 29. STEVEN HEINEMANN: CULTURE AND NATURE This Canadian artist has transformed Canadian ceramics. Come experience how he uses form, texture, pigment and imagery to create his ceramics that reflect life and nature. This Saturday from 2-4 p.m. for $30, join Steven Heinemann and contemporary ceramics collector Raphael Yu for a walk-through. Gardiner Museum (111 Queen’s Park, 416586-8080). Until Jan. 21.