Alton Mill Arts Centre - Shops, Studios and Galleries

Three Unique Art Exhibitions ON NOW

This month, the Alton Mill Arts Centre features three exceptional exhibitions, each offering a unique perspective and artistic style.

In the Headwaters Arts Gallery, Migration – Moving Through, a show of new and exploratory works inviting you into new territory, from the soulful and expressive landscapes of painter CJ Shelton to the enhanced surfaces and forms of clay artist Ann Randeraad.

The Pond Gallery hosts Ishkwanidiwin, a celebration of Indigenous creativity and resilience, showcasing the works of five talented artists whose diverse practices honor cultural traditions while exploring contemporary expressions.

In Gallery 104, Karen Brown presents the encaustics show Perfectly Imperfect, which features works inspired by the art of Kintsugi; the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold - a metaphor for embracing our flaws and imperfections.

WRITE ON! Authors Afternoon at Alton Mill

Calling all fiction readers and aspiring writers! This is the event for you.

The afternoon will include a vibrant panel discussion as well as an Author Marketplace for the first time in Headwaters Arts Authors Afternoon history. The marketplace will feature writers, publishers and those who coach and educate writers.

In alignment with Headwaters Arts’ dedication to community art and nurturing emerging talent, the 2024 Author’s Afternoon promises to be a unique experience, distinct from other literary events happening in the region.

Find out more and get your ticket in advance!

Abstract Painting with Lydia Panart

Enhance your artistic voice in the abstract realm.

Resident artist Lydia Panart will be hosting an abstract painting workshop off-site at McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Through visual explanations, technique demonstrations, and one-on-one feedback, Lydia will help students discover the layering process that is crucial to bring their images to life.

Headwaters Arts Fall Festival Returns

Headwaters Arts proudly presents it's 28th annual Fall Festival Juried Art Show and Sale taking place September 18 - October 6. Take part in a celebration of arts and culture while supporting local artists. Find out more about the events of the festival on the Headwaters Arts website.

Fibre Artists Thriving at Alton Mill

Leslie Knight and Yvonne Iten-Scott are the creative minds behind The Mill Fibre Art, who moved into their studio about a year ago. Read more about their meeting, inspiration and goals for the future of the studio in this article by Caledon Citizen.

William Algie

William Algie was far more than just the founder of what was once a woolen mill. Read about his greater impact on the Alton community in the most recent issue of In the Hills.