Exhibits: Present & Upcoming

"Sun Kissed" 4' x 4', Mixed Media, gallery canvas

John M. Parrott Gallery

Opening Reception: March 1, 2- 4 p.m.

Solo exhibit is on display

March 1 – April 2, 2025

Accessible, 3rd floor

“Art connects us to the natural world and to one another. Through this exhibit, I hope to spark meaningful conversations and inspire action to protect endangered species and their fragile habitats”.

Lynda Todd Tweet

 

I am excited to share that I have been awarded a grant from the Ontario Arts Council and the Province of Ontario to support my exhibit, Change & Challenge: Migration. This grant will allow me to bring my creative vision to life and make a meaningful contribution to the arts community to promote accessibility and inclusion.

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Press Release
“Endangered Journeys: A Tactile Art exhibit by visually-impaired artist Lynda Todd”

Belleville, ON—The John M. Parrott Art Gallery proudly presents ‘Change and Challenge:  Migration,’ an inspiring solo tactile art exhibit by award-winning artist Lynda Todd.

Known for her tactile artistry, Todd has gained acclaim for blending accessibility with environmental storytelling, making her art both inclusive and impactful.

The exhibit runs from March 1 to April 2, 2025, at 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville (3rd floor), with the Opening Reception on Saturday, March 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. Meet the artist, explore the exhibit, and engage with the meaningful stories behind each piece. 

Todd, a visually impaired and colour-blind artist, has created an inclusive art experience that allows attendees to engage her work through touch—a rare opportunity in the art world.

The exhibit features textured depictions of wolves, elephants, whooping cranes, whales, and butterflies, spotlighting the critical challenges of habitat loss and climate change

“Art connects us to the natural world and to one another. Through this exhibit, I hope to spark meaningful conversations and inspire action to protect endangered species and their fragile habitats”. Todd states.

This exhibit was created with the support of the Ontario Arts Council and the Government of Ontario. 

Opening Reception:  Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, March 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. Accessible Art

Located in an accessible venue, the gallery ensures all visitors can fully engage with this unique exhibit. Every artwork is paired with large-print and braille labels, along with audio descriptions, ensuring an inclusive experience for all visitors.” In ‘Change and Challenge: Migration,’ touching the art is not just allowed—it’s encouraged.”

Proceeds donated to CNIB

In keeping with her advocacy, Todd will donate a portion of proceeds to the Canadian National Institute of the Blind (CNIB) Next Generation program, empowering the visually impaired community.

Following its debut in Belleville, Todd’s art will appear at the Cobourg Library Gallery, Campbellford Gallery, and Toronto’s Tangled Arts Gallery. Internationally, her work will also be featured in the Khaki Takatsuki City Museum of Art catalog in Japan.  www.lyndatodd.com

For media inquiries, interviews, or high-resolution images, please contact Lynda Todd at 705.760.4899

More Upcoming Exhibits

 
  • Cobourg Gallery: Ja​n. 14 – April 25, 2025
  • Campbellford Gallery: June – Sept. 2025
  • Khaki Takatsuki City Museum of Art, Japan: April 4 – April 9, 2025
  • Capers Restaurant, Campbellford: November 4, 2025, to January 13, 2026.
  • Tangled Arts Gallery, Toronto, 2025.

Please mark your calendars and join me to celebrate art and creativity!

Accomplishments

Spirit of the Hills Fine Art Award Winner

Multi-coloured acrylic painting, entitled, Blossom. Award winning for the fine art award from Spirit of the Hills Art Association.
"Blossom" won the fine art award from the Spirit of the Hills Art Association.
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picture of the front page of Peterborough This Week when I won the won fine art award. video online as well.
Peterborough This Week, Metroland, featured me on the front page of the newspaper when I won the Spirit of the Hills Fine Art award.
Article Published in the Peterborough Examiner about the Spirit of the Hills Fine Art award win of the art piece, "Blossom".
Front cover of the Occupational Now magazine with winning piece Blossom published on front
"Blossom" was published on the front cover of the Occupational Now magazine.
Lynda holding the calendar published by the Canadian Council of the Blind. Blossom was published on the front cover. Also a picture of lynda and info on the centre page.
Lynda holding the calendar that published "Blossom" in the front cover.
Lynda wearing sunglasses working on a canvas while being interviewed by Lance Anderson.
Video of Lynda being interviewed by Peterborough Examiner , Lance Anderson reporter when she won the Fine Art award .
Lynda standing in front two art pieces at the Cobourg Gallery.
Lynda at the Cobourg Library & Gallery

Cobourg Library & Gallery

Exhibit is on display from Jan. 14 – April 25, 2025

CCB Peterborough office exhibit

Lynda Todd standing in
Lynda standing in front of her art on exhibit at the Canadian Council of the Blind, Peterborough Chapter office
I am thrilled to announce that part of my newest exhibit, “Migration” is now gracing the walls of the Council of the Blind, Peterborough Chapter in their brand-new office at 159 King Street, Suite 206. This space is also home to the “From The Blind For The Blind” lending library of visual aids.
These pieces were created under the generous support of the Ontario Arts Council and the Province of Ontario grant. This tactile and accessible art is perfectly suited to be displayed in the Canadian Council of the Blind office. It is truly an honour to have my work featured in such an incredible space dedicated to the blind community.
Visits are by appointment only. To schedule yours, please email [email protected].
Lynda holding the International Art Exchange catalogue that that artworks Triumph was published in.
"Triumph" was published in the 35th Annual International Art Exchange, Seoul, Korea. It was distributed to several countries.
Poster of the Resin Art Symposium. I was the only Canadian accepted.
I was the only Canadian resin artist involved in the Curious Monday Resin Art Symposium, USA.

Get Inspired Be Creative video was produced from a 4th Line Millbrook grant with a Light and Dark theme.

John B. Aird Gallery Gallery published Sheltered Bay in the catalogue. - Landscapes, page 90
"Sheltered Bay", was chosen to be published in the John B. Aird Gallery Landscapes catalogue, page 90.

Chinese Brush Art Association Exhibit

Lynda standing in front of Glistening Butterfly on display at the Chinese Art Exhibit in Scarborough
Two rows of people in front of the ceremony signage. the executive of the Chinese Trust Art Association.
Certificate of participation in the Chinese Brush Art Association exhibit
Lynda Todd standing in front the Salmon piece at the Chinese Art Exhibit

Quinte Arts Council solo exhibit - Migration Series

Curators of the Quinte Arts Council gallery standing in front of the art piece Salmon that Lynda Todd created.
Curators of the Quinte Arts Council gallery standing in front of the art piece Salmon that Lynda Todd created.
Man touching the art at gallery opening
a woman touching the art at the Quinte Arts Council exhibit
A viewer and her husband touch "Embrace the Textures" at theMiugration Series exhibit.

CNIB private exhibit at QAC - Migration Series

The Canadian National Institute of the Blind (CNIB) members had a private viewing of the Migration exhibit. Most drove over two hours to attend for the opportunity to touch and experience the art.
A man standing at a large butterfly artwork at the Quinte Arts Council exhibit in Belleville.
A room shot at the Quinte arts council exhibit showing people and art.
a woman with her seeing eyed dog standing at the CNIB booth at my my migration exhibit.
Myself and a visitor viewing the Caribou painting at the CNIB private exhibit.
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Province of Ontario logo, black

Thank you to the Ontario Arts Council and the Province of Ontario for the support to bring the Migration Exhibit to reality.  The exhibit at the Quinte Arts Council Gallery was highly successful including a private exhibit for the Canadian National Instate of the Blind (CNIB) members.

Dreams of Beans Gallery Exhibit - Migration Series

Leslie Yee, who is visually impaired, feels the art piece, Caribou, experiencing a new way to enjoy art.
Karen Warner and Lynda Todd hold a resin tray standing in front of the piece Monarch Skies.
Karen Warner and Lynda Todd hold a resin tray standing in front of the piece Monarch Skies.
Picture of a group of people at the Artist talk at the Dreams of Beans exhibit.
Group of people from Council for Persons with Disabilities at the Artist talk at Dream of Beans Gallery

Miskwaa Outdoor Gallery - Daniel Marlett artist

art hanging at the Miskwaa art gallery, Bobcaygeon, outdoor gallery.
Textured art hanging at outdoor gallery

Caper's Restaurant solo exhibit

Picture of art at the Caper's Restaurant exhibit. Lynda Todd

Paul's Frame & Art Gallery

Lynda standing with the AMI crew who interviewed me for my new exhibit.
A man and two women standing in front of a large acrylic painting of a dragon
Picture of art on the wall at Paul's Art Gallery.
Alex Smyth, AMI host and Lynda Todd at her solo exhibit at Paul's Art Gallery

In June 2019, Paul’s Frame and Art Gallery in Peterborough hosted From Dark to Discovery, a solo exhibition by Lynda Todd, a local artist known for her innovative use of acrylic pouring techniques. Despite being legally blind and partially color-blind, Todd has developed a distinctive style that incorporates vivid colors and textured layers, creating a tactile and visually engaging experience. The exhibit showcased a series of larger-scale works that marked a significant evolution in her artistic practice.

The From Dark to Discovery exhibit was well-received by the community, with an opening reception that took place on June 8, 2019, allowing visitors to meet the artist in person. Todd’s works, rich in both texture and emotion, reflect her journey of self-discovery through art, transcending the limitations of her visual impairments. The exhibit remained on display until the end of June, and Todd’s ability to communicate her visual world through her unique method of paint pouring left a lasting impression on all who attended​

Collaboratives

Caribou was accepted and on display at the Artspace collaborative.
"Caribou" was accepted into the Artspace Peterborough artist collaborative, January, 2024.
Lynda holding the paddle board she created for the Cobourg BIA Ukraine fundraiser. It was on display for the summer of 2023 in a business front window. and then put up for auction.
Lynda holding the paddle board she created for the Cobourg BIA Ukraine fundraiser. It was on display for the summer of 2023 in a business front window. and then put up for auction
Exhibit at the Douro-Dummer Library and Gallery
Exhibit at the Douro-Dummer Library & Gallery. It was a three month solo exhibit through out the gallery.
Lynda standing in front art piece at an outdoor Peterborough exhibit during covid.
Lynda stating in front of one her pieces at an outdoor exhibit in Peterborough during Covid.
Poster for Revealing Vibrance exhibit at the Mount
Lynda Todd standing in front her art display at The Mount, Revealing Vibrance.
Lynda standing in front of her art display at the Creating Vibrance exhibit at The Mount.
Lynda standing in front of one piece at the Warkworth library art exhibit through the Spirit of the Hills Art Association.
Lynda standing in front of a piece of her art on display at the Spirit of the Hills exhibit at the Warkworth library.
Paddle created for the Kawartha Paddle Tour. Mine was displayed at restaurant in Bobcaygeon.
Paddle created for the Trent Severn Trail Towns Paddle Art Project.
Lynda standing in front three pieces at the Cavan Art Gallerie owned by Valerie Kent.
Lynda standing in front three pieces of her art exhibited at the Cavan Art Gallery, curator Valerie Kent.
Jamie Schmale Holding one of my pieces of art that were on display at his constituency office in Lindsay.
Jamie Schmale, MP, holding one of my pieces of art that were on display at his constituency office in Lindsay.
Creating an art piece live at the Ramya show for AMI media,
Creating a piece of art live at the AMI Ramya Christmas special. Accessible Media Inc.
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Picture of art on the wall at Paul's Art Gallery.
Lynda standing in front three pieces at the Cavan Art Gallerie owned by Valerie Kent.
Curators of the Quinte Arts Council gallery standing in front of the art piece Salmon that Lynda Todd created.
Jamie Schmale Holding one of my pieces of art that were on display at his constituency office in Lindsay.
Caribou was accepted and on display at the Artspace collaborative.
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Lynda standing in front of Glistening Butterfly on display at the Chinese Art Exhibit in Scarborough
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Lynda holding the paddle board she created for the Cobourg BIA Ukraine fundraiser. It was on display for the summer of 2023 in a business front window. and then put up for auction.
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