Chelsea 150!
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Join us in celebrating Chelsea's 150th birthday!
July 12 Noon to 5 pm
Come be inspired, see why we love Chelsea!
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Artist demos in the garden
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Art created specifically to celebrate Chelsea
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Test your knowledge of Chelsea
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Nibbles & refreshments
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Music
Anne Swiderski
I’ve been enchanted and fascinated by white pines since I was a child living in the Northern boreal forest.
To me they speak of strength, resilience, serenity and the power of nature.
Maryse Lemay (Yseultliris)
I hold a special fondness for the waterfall and stream of the Lauriault Trail, especially in spring when nature bursts with life and the energy of the water is at its peak. It is this powerful vitality that I sought to capture and convey in this painting.
Marilyn Smith
Chelsea is a fantastic place to enjoy so many great activities.
I came across this wonderful pond on an early spring ski….with magical snow lightly falling.
Marianne Feaver
Meech creek on a beautiful snowy day.
My Chelsea is winter, the Gatineau Park, skiing,
snowshoeing, hiking in the forest, peace.
Helen Boutilier-Inglis
Magic flows like water through the hearts of Chelsea and its people. I love the beautiful wooded Gatineau Hills and the historically significant Gatineau river that runs through it. Chelsea's residents are known for their respect for the environment and I've tried to capture why they and I love this place.
Erin Thibault
The forest, rivers and lakes of Chelsea and the surrounding Gatineau Park are home to many wildlife and peoples.
May we honour its natural beauty and preserve its wild diversity for generations that follow, in perpetuity.
Danielle Doucet
"Inspired by Chelsea’s Living Landscape"
This painting is a tribute to the vibrant spirit of Chelsea, Québec — a place where nature shapes both the land and the lives of those who live here. Drawing from the region’s iconic hills, lakes, and rugged rock formations, the work blends abstraction and texture to reflect the transitions between seasons. Rich browns, luminous yellow waters, and violet-toned stone echo the wild palette of the Gatineau landscape.
Through bold gestures of adding and subtracting paint, this piece captures the energy, complexity, and beauty of the natural world. It celebrates the untamed essence of Chelsea — a place where nature is not just scenery, but a way of being.
Lina Yachnin
I love painting views, looking through the trees!
In this case the view is that of the Gatineaus.
Karen Wynne Mackay
Inspired by the charming Chelsea community, this painting is an homage to the people and the serene beauty of its landscapes.
Olga Kay-Grigoriev
“ Barred owls are plentiful around Chelsea, but you’d be fortunate to have one in your yard.
May this one be a protector and guide in times of change.
As a part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, the Galerie Old Chelsea held a fashion show to illustrate how art can be enjoyed all the time in many different ways.
Artists Donna Troop and Diane Lemire presented contemporary, wearable art, including scarves, vests, jackets, tunics, skirts and hats. The pieces are made with vibrant, hand-dyed fabrics, silks, wool, felt pieces, and found objects. Each piece is unique.
Jean-Pierre Doyon presented beautifully crafted leather bags, shoes, and hats. Nancy Sutton's bracelets, necklaces, and earrings capture the warmth of mineral and the light of semi-precious stones.
Fashion Show at the Galerie
 Painting in the garden |  Painting in the Garden |  The Omicrons |
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 Dancers |  Craft Table |  Craft winners |
 Nicolas Irvin |  Flo Blake |  Carole Ménard Buteau |
 Becky Mason |
Galerie Old Chelsea continued its 25th anniversary celebration with a unique dining experience and exhibition to blend the artist’s palette with the gourmet palate.
Attendees enjoyed cocktails at the Galerie amid works of art that conveyed the artist's eternal fascination with food and drink. Drinks were followed by a delicious and artfully presented dinner at Les Fougères restaurant.
This sold-out event was a huge success and greatly enjoyed by all. Thank you for joining us to celebrate this momentous occasion!
Chelsea Days at the Galerie
Galerie Old Chelsea had a lot going on in the beautiful gardens behind Les Fougères restaurant during this year's Chelsea Days festival, including art, live music, and delicious refreshments from the restaurant.
In addition to hosting a special small-works art show, the Galerie's artists worked with visitors to create pieces of an artistic puzzle. This community art project was a big hit—thanks to all who participated!
The Galerie also held an artist contest. Each of the Galerie's artists created a painting based on a theme: "A Day in Chelsea", and visitors could win a prize by voting for their favourite painting. Congratulations to the lucky winner!
