WAAC presents The Secret Postcard Society in the Dignam Gallery from June 28 to July 4

* Opening Reception on June 29 from 5pm to 8pm

As the COVID pandemic took over, we were all confined to isolation. This challenging time brought great uncertainty to our lives. As a means of coping with the crisis, a group of very talented Artists from the Women’s Art Association of Canada took to creating one of a kind postcards and mailing them to each other. This was a way of lifting spirits and staying socially connected to one another.

“There was great joy in the experimentation of creating the cards, and much anticipation and excitement in receiving them by post. They were then shared collectively on Zoom. By seeing the cards on video chat, we were able to explain the thought and technique behind each individual card, and more importantly we were able to check in with each other and share in laughter. This became a monthly project, and continued in person when it was safe to gather.”

We are delighted to be able to share with the public, this collection of beautiful postcards created by “The Secret Postcard Society”. We will also be displaying and selling artwork, inspired by the postcard exchange.

Participating Artists:

Ulla Djelweh

Susan Farquhar

Heather Gentleman

Gretchen Jeens

Patricia Paolini

Karen Perlmutter

Janet F. Potter

Deniz Ergun Seker