Events › Kiwanis Gallery: The Canadian Landscape - Abstract Paintings by John Bladek

The Red Deer Arts Council oversees the operation of the Kiwanis Gallery, which is housed in the lower level of Red Deer Public Library's Downtown Branch. The gallery is open and accessible to the public during all library hours. Stop by and take a look!

Current exhibit (December 2, 2025 - February 8, 2026):

The Canadian Landscape: Abstract Paintings by John Bladek

This exhibition includes paintings of Canadian landscapes that John paints from where he lives and travels, from Nova Scotia to the Rocky Mountains and Alberta prairie scenes, as well as from Newfoundland to the Yukon and Northwest Territories. John finds inspiration from his appreciation of the natural environment. Many of his paintings are of “iconic” Canadian scenes (Peggy’s Cove, Moraine Lake, etc.) and his hope is that people who view them will appreciate the fact that his interpretation is different and imaginative.

First Friday Red Deer Opening: December 5, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The artist will be in attendance.
First Friday Red Deer Opening: January 2, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
First Friday Red Deer Opening: February 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For the full list of upcoming exhibits, visit the Red Deer Arts Council's website. For more information about First Fridays, a monthly celebration of local, regional and national artistic talent, click here.