"In Search of Light" (May 15 to July 31) is an impressionist exhibition of acrylic, landscape paintings. Living through Canadian winters for up to six months annually can be challenging, as many Canadian knows. The lack of sunlight and greyness becomes normal. During these periods, Kevin Lagda has often found his own mental health tested. To cope, he looks back at old photos of his travels throughout Canada during the summer months. Kevin’s saved images, taken from coast to coast, of lush forests, majestic mountains and expansive seas, inspired him to create these landscape paintings to create his own “light”. Through this exhibition, Kevin invites viewers to become inspired to light their own worlds in ways that bring them joy.

The landscapes in this gallery are set on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi, Mi’kma’ki, Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishnabeg, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples who have cared for these lands for generations. Kevin is grateful for the chance to capture the beauty of their lands through art.

Join the Artist on Saturday May 24th, 2025 at Ascent Gallery, Etobicoke Civic Centre, for the opening reception. Artist remarks and Q&A begins at 2:30 p.m. Light refreshments provided. Free.

Image Credit: Sunset Clearing by Kevin Lagda