Lynda Todd, Canadian Artist

Lynda Todd is a talented tactile artist whose work blends texture, accessibility, and narrative depth, inviting viewers to experience art beyond the visual. Legally blind and colour-blind, she is driven by her passion for inclusivity, Lynda creates textured art that can be both seen and felt, making her pieces accessible to a wider audience, including those with visual impairments. Her “Migration: Land, Air & Sea” series has gained critical acclaim, exploring the beauty and complexity of migration through species like Salmon, Caribou and the Monarch Butterfly.  Her Migration Continued Series will entail the Sea Turtles, Whooping Cranes, and African Elephants. With grants from the Ontario Arts Council and the Province of Ontario and other awards, Lynda’s art continues to break barriers, promoting accessibility and sparking meaningful conversations about endangered species and the importance of universal art engagement.

OAC & the Province awards grant to continue migration series

I am thrilled to announce that I have been awarded an Ontario Arts Council and Province of Ontario grant to continue my “Migration: Land, Air & Sea” exhibit. This exciting next phase will highlight three remarkable species: Sea Turtles, Whooping Cranes, and African Elephants. Through this grant, I will be able to explore and depict these magnificent creatures, emphasizing their critical role in our ecosystems and the challenges they face as migrating and endangered species.

The continuation of this exhibit is crucial in raising awareness about the plight of these species and the importance of their conservation. By bringing their stories to the forefront, I aim to inspire a deeper appreciation for their journeys and the need to protect their habitats. Stay tuned for more updates as we bring these vital themes to life through art, highlighting the beauty and urgency of preserving our planet’s diverse wildlife.

This Migration exhibit, Migration Continued, plus many other tactile pieces, will be on display at the John M. Parrot Gallery in Belleville from March 1st to April 2nd, 2025. 

Please Save the Date!

“Blossom” 

won the 

Spirit of the Hills Art Association 

Fine Art Award