Sunsets have long been a subject of fascination in art, embodying beauty, transience, and the sublime. However, in the Western contemporary art world, artworks depicting sunsets are often viewed as cliché, a trope that has been overused to the point of losing its originality. This perception is rooted in the idea that sunsets, as a subject, are easy to romanticize and idealize, which can lead to artworks that are seen as lacking depth or innovation.

Despite this, the allure of sunsets remains undeniable. They are a universal symbol of beauty and have a powerful emotional pull, evoking feelings of calm, reflection, and awe. The natural spectacle of a sunset, with its rich palette of colours and dramatic lighting, offers an irresistible subject for artists. It speaks to the human experience of observing and finding meaning in the natural world. Each sunset is unique, shaped by the weather, the landscape, and even the time of year, making it a fleeting yet timeless experience that resonates with people across cultures and generations.

With this exhibition, we fully embrace the sunset as a powerful tool to evoke emotion and provoke thought. Even if the depiction of a sunset risks being labelled as trite, its ability to evoke a strong, visceral response cannot be ignored. For some artists, embracing the cliché might even be a deliberate choice, challenging the boundaries of what is considered "acceptable" in contemporary art and questioning the very notion of what makes a subject worthy of artistic exploration.

This exhibition features work from a collection of visual artists:

Lise Beaudry, Nancy Brookes, Gunilla Josephson, Jane Gray, John Kinsella, Kathleen Kosloski, Freddie Towe, Mariska McEathron, and Nancy Webster.

The exhibition also invites the publics participation to submit images to be added to the “sunset wall” submissions will be considered for a price TBD that will be announced Oct. 6.