Hey folks! Tonight we are launching a NEW SHOW called "I'd Rather Be Home in My Sweatpants".  It's a fun show filled with amazing artwork by 30 artists- all responding to the title of the show. Themes have emerged: still life painting, cats and dogs, plants, windows, food and of course sweatpants.    THE FULL SHOW IS NOW ONLINE HERE ...but of course we'd love for you to see this show in person! That's what it's all about..getting back out there experiencing things in "real life".The opening reception is TONIGHT, Friday, April 12th, 4pm-6pm. Don't forget to wear cozy clothi ..read more

 Stop by the gallery by this Saturday to catch the end of our emerging artist show IGNITE IGNITE features six emerging artists we met in this years PreShrunk show. All six artists are new to our gallery and we were very excited to invite them back for another exhibit to showcase their work.  See some their works and information about each artist below.  ASHLEY DELANEY Ashley is a Halifax-based artist and graduate of NSCAD University known for her realistic drawings. Having built a career on designing brand experiences, she has always worked within the details. In 2023, she rev ..read more

 The EYES OF MARCH are upon us....and we've got EYES EYES EYES!    Check out the recent hand-carved and hand-painted wood creations by emerging artist Kyle York. THE FULL GANG ARE HERE , with creative fun names!  They are hanging out in person at the gallery,  in our gallery windows! POP BY FOR A LOOK and a SEE! Here are a few words from the artist, KYLE YORK about how he got started with this unique art form: Two years ago I stumbled across a YouTube video of an introduction to wood carving and I thought I would give it a try, the first things I made were by no means ..read more

 One of our gallery artists, Amy Ordoveza has been involved in a really cool project this year...  Amy Ordoveza standing in front of one her artworks, 2022 Her art is blasting off to space and finding a new home ON THE MOON! Amy Ordoveza, A Cloud Above, gouache on paper, 11" x 14" Available at Argyle Fine Art The Lunar Codex logo, https://www.lunarcodex.com/ As apart of the Lunar Codex project, Amy's artwork, alongside musical works, writings and artworks from other creatives around the world was loaded into a time capsule and sent in a rocket destine ..read more

 Happy Lunar New Year to anyone that celebrates! Those celebrating Chinese New Year wear red clothes throughout the Lunar New Year as it symbolizes prosperity. It is also thought to ward off evil spirits.   It's also the season of love and RED! We're seeing RED everywhere in our on-going PRE-SHRUNK show, here until February 20th and ONLINE HERE NOW.    MARK YOUR CALENDAR ****We're hosting a MEET AND GREET the artists event this Saturday, February 17th, 1:30pm-3:30pm. All Welcomed!  There will be treats!***   Below are just a few examples of some of the red in ..read more

PreShrunk 2024  We saw a lot of  themes within our PreShrunk show this year... one of them being FOOD! Who doesn't love a good little snackie? And now you can have a forever feast for your eyes (and your walls!)  Check out this selection of DELICIOUS mini works of art still available for purchase! BREAKFAST Ted Wilkins, Cherry Jam, 4"x5", Oil on Canvas Jackie Toner, Over Easy, 4"x5" Wood Carving Lynn Johnson, Jelly Glow, 4"x5" Acrylic on Board George Spencer, Egg Study Two, 4"x5", Oil on Board  LUNCH Allieanna Ballagh ..read more

 Thank you to everyone that made it out to our 20th Anniversary PreShrunk group show! It has been such a joy to curate this years HUGE show of MINI artworks! This show includes almost 400 pieces and 132 artists from across Canada!  Many of the artists showing are local to Halifax and chose to represent our city beautifully through their work! Peep these amazing Halifax inspired artworks still available from the show! Jessie Donaldson, Carlo Auto Service, 4"x5", Ink and Acrylic on Board Chantel Elysia, Jasper Out Here Catchin' Waves, 4"x5" Acrylic on Canvas D ..read more

 It's the day before the day before the day! PRE-SHRUNK 2024 opens this Friday, January 26th at Argyle Fine Art. It's our 20th year!  Goodness, time flys! Here's a PreShrunk by a well loved and missed staff from the gallery...this one is by Caitlin McGuire. It's called KITTY LOAF!  Awwwww.......so happy to have this little one! You can enjoy the show as soon as we open on Friday but purchases can only begin at the opening reception which begins at 7pm. However if you find something you love during the daytime visit to the show on Friday if you pop by, we can take your ..read more

 CELEBRATE CANADIAN CREATIVITY AT THE 20th Anniversary of PRE-SHRUNK at ARGYLE FINE ART *THE BIG SHOW WITH HUNDREDS AND HUNDREDS OF SMALL ART*  Show OPENS IN PERSON on Friday, January 26th,7pm-9pm and continues ONLINE and in-person until February 20th  Pre-Shrunk 2024 is almost here! It’s our 20th Anniversary! According to GOOGLE..it’s our emerald year which means “we’ve withstood trials and kept the flame of your love intact”. So in our case, we’re keeping the love of art alive with this small but mighty show! Don’t miss the 20th Annual PRE-SHRUNK SHOW at Argyle Fine Art. The e ..read more

 Hello folks! How's your re-emergence back to the real world going? Did you have a nice holiday? What new intentions have you set out for yourself for 2024? We're busy preparing for the first show of the year at Argyle Fine Art- PRE-SHRUNK2024!  The show opens on Friday, January 26th, 7pm. Mark your calendars for one of the most fun art experiences where we showcase hundreds of works of art in all mediums, measuring just 4" x 5". If you are an artist, there may still be time to participate!  READ THE SUBMISSION DETAILS HERE and get in touch if you have any questions! Pop by ov ..read more