One Thing Leads to Another
One Thing Leads to Another
This exhibition explores the relationship between reality and representation. Drawn from the Owens’ permanent collection, it presents works that unsettle expectations. Carl Zimmerman’s fictional architectures play with the perceived truth of photographs, while Erik Edson uses a trick of reflection to mimic a radiant sunset. In the work of Robert Houle and Melissa Peter-Paul, porcupine quillwork brings geometric abstraction down to earth. Made using saltwater from Oliver’s Cove, Newfoundland, Karen Stentaford’s tintypes both depict a place and collaborate with its environment, while Nancy Graves’ lithographs translate geologic maps of the moon into expressive patterns.
Accessibility
The stairs to the Owens from the entrance nearest the University Chapel have a handrail. There is also ramp access at this entrance, however, the ramp is steep. The stairs to the Owens entrance off York Street also have a handrail, but there is no ramp. The main floor of the Owens is wheelchair accessible. Our second-floor gallery is not wheelchair accessible. Two flights of stairs lead to the second floor. Find more information at owensartgallery.com/visit/accessibility/
Top Image: Nancy Graves, II Fra Mauro Region of the Moon, 1972. Collection of the Owens Art Gallery. © Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY / CARCC Ottawa 2025
