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How I Became an Art Gallery Owner

Wendie Donabie ♦ May 22, 2022 ♦ Leave a comment

For the past couple of years, I’ve been writing art-related articles for an online summer-focused magazine. Here’s a link to the latest issue to introduce you to MuskokaStyle, a magazine bringing the best of life and leisure in one of Ontario’s premier vacation areas – Muskoka! You can read my essay on how I started …

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The Great Blue Heron is my favourite bird. As a symbol of patience, contemplation, vigilance, divine wisdom, and inner quietness, it displays all the attributes needed when pursuing our dreams. View Wendie's Artwork at www.wendiedonabie.com or her online store at https://herons-nest-studio-gallery.square.site/ (click on image of Blue Heron to access www,wendiedonabie.com)
(Photo Copyright Wendie Donabie 2014)

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HERON’S NEST STUDIO GALLERY Open by Appointment!

Heron’s Nest Studio Gallery welcomes you to 95 Muskoka Road, Bracebridge. M AP

DATES: Most Fridays and Saturdays and some Sundays from June through mid October and any time your see a PURPLE BANNER flying outside. Appointments can be arranged for other times throughout the year.
HOURS: 10 am – 4 pm
We suggest you call ahead to ensure we are open. 705-646-3663

To ensure your safety, please wear a facemask while visiting. We provide hand sanitizer and plastic gloves.

Steps from downtown Bracebridge, Heron’s Nest Studio Gallery is home to visual artist, Wendie Donabie. Working in a variety of mediums, Wendie’s art reflects her love of nature and concern for the environment.

The intimate studio gallery features artwork by Muskoka Artists who draw their inspiration from the natural world.

Visit our online store to view and purchase from our complete inventory.

Heron’s Nest is a member of ARTrail Muskoka, a year –round, artist-run initiative guiding visitors to Muskoka artist locations. When you see a Purple Banner, you know a studio/gallery is open for business.

Pick up our ARTrail Muskoka brochure/map throughout Muskoka.

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Upcoming Shows

Please check my website for updated information. http://wendiedonabie.com/exhibits-and-events/

Rotating and Ongoing Shows

Location: Bracebridge Town Hall, 1000 Taylor Road, Bracebridge

These ongoing rotating shows have been cancelled for the time being until COVID-19 restrictions are eased.

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OLIVER’S COFFEE
203 Manitoba Street, Bracebridge

At Oliver’s, you’ll find an ever-changing selection of my paintings on display.
Stop by for the best coffee roasted here in Muskoka and a menu of scrumptious sweets, breakfast and lunch items!

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Winter Solstice, Watercolour on Paper, 14.5 x 22.75 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Facing Extinction, Acrylic on Canvas, 24 x 30 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Daisy #1, Acrylic on Canvas, 6 x 6 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Woven Path, Acrylic on Canvas, 40 x 30 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Trillium Fantasy #2, Acrylic on Canvas, 5 x 7 inches, Framed, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Magical Moment, Acrylic on Canvas, 20 x 16, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Fantasy #1, Oil on Canvas, 10 x 8 inches, Copright Wendie Donabie

2013-3 Guardian of the Forest, Waterolour & Ink, 9x11.5 - copyright Wendie Donabie 2013

Guardian of the Forest, Waterolour and Ink, 9×11.5 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Rock, Paper, Scissors: Collaboration – It’s a Draw, Mixed Media, 12 x 24 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3723 – Bear Rocks, Acrylic on Canvas, 6 x 6 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3775 - Winter Solstice Sunrise, Acrylic on Canvas, 10 x 8 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3711 – Muskoka Sunset 38, Oil on Canvas, 16 x 20 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3710 - Close Encounter, Acrylic on Canvas, 30 x 24 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3789 - Stone Fountain Late Fall, Acrylic on Canvas, 12 x 12 inches, Framed, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Dragonfly #7, Acrylic on Canvas, 5 x 7 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Fire Rooster, Acrylic paint and Acrylic Skins, 11 x 14 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3715 – Memories of Cape Breton, Oil on Canvas, 16 x 20 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Autumn Reflection #1, Watercolour, 5 x 11 inches, Framed, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Forest Commune, Acrylic and acrylic medium on canvas, 40 x 30 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Meditation – Waterlilies on Cache Lake, Algonquin Park, Acrylic and Tissue paper on canvas, 24 x 24 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

2014-18 Hidden Falls, Acrylic on Canvas, 5 x 7 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Hidden Falls, Acrylic on Canvas, 5 x 7 inches, Framed, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Dragonfly #4, Acrylic on Canvas, 6 x 6 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3716 – River of Heaven, Acrylic on Canvas, 16 x 48 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Patience -Making Strides, Acrylic on Canvas Panel, 12 x 16 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3697 – Muskoka Sunset #5 – Mallard Ducks at Sunset, Acrylic on Canvas, 8 x 24 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Dragonfly #6, Acrylic on Canvas, 5 x 7 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Autumn Apparition, Acrylic Paint and Skins, 40 x 30 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Enchanted #2, Oil on Canvas, 10 x 8 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3783 - River Guardian, Acrylic on Canvas Panel, 16 x 12 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Meal Time, Acrylic on Canvas, 10 x 8 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

3726 Playtime in Queen Anne’s Lace, Acrylic on Canvas, 11 x 14 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Protector of the Sacred Stone, Watercolour and Ink, 6.5x8.25 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Protector of the Sacred Stone, Watercolour and Ink, 6.5×8.25 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Weaver of the Universe,, Acrylic paint and skins on Canvas, 16 x 16 iinches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Genesis, Acrylic on Canvas, 24 x 30 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Learning to Climb, Acrylic on Canvas, 16 x 12 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Heart Strings, Acrylic Paint, Skins and Mixed Media, 20 x 16 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Upstream from Wilson Falls, Bracebridge, Oil on Wood Panel, 16 x 12 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

Gathering of the Elders, Chinese Ink on Watercolour Paper, Framed, 14 x 14 inches, Copyright Wendie Donabie

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