The Gardiner Museum is open seven days a week. Explore our permanent collection, discover special exhibitions, get hands-on with clay in our studios, dine, shop, and more.
Enter an immersive world created by Montreal-based artist Karine Giboulo, brought to life by over 500 miniature polymer clay figures that tell stories about our most urgent social issues, from the pandemic to the climate crisis. It will delight visitors of all ages!
Spring Clay Classes are open for registration and filling up fast! Secure one of the remaining spots and get creative with clay in our studios this season.
Experience the Gardiner's world-renowned collection, in person and online. From Chinese porcelain to contemporary Canadian ceramics, discover the people and histories behind the objects.
Everyone can love clay! Become a Gardiner Friend and enjoy the benefits, including unlimited admission, advanced clay class registration, invitations to exhibition previews and special events, discounts on lectures and classes, and more.
FREE with Registration
Join us for a free artist talk with Angelo di Petta, who will discuss his new collection, currently featured in the Gardiner Shop.
5 – 5:30 pm: Reception with light refreshments and a cash bar 5:30 pm: Artist talk followed by a Q&A
Angelo di Petta graduated from the Ontario College of Art (OCAD University) in 1972, where he later worked as an Associate Professor, sharing his knowledge of ceramics, mould-making, and 3D design. In 2012 he retired from formal teaching but continues to be involved in ceramics through exhibitions, workshops, mentoring, and jurying shows. His work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions, magazine articles, and books on ceramics.
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