The Six Sculptures of
The Downtown Sculpture Exhibition 2025

 James Cameron Smith, Sovereign Dominion

James Cameron Smith
Sovereign Dominion
2025
steel, limestone, UV resistant coating, and ABS
40 x 24 x 14 inches
$1,895

Purchase information:
jcs@jamescsmith.ca
613-473-4049
jamescsmith.ca

Sovereign Dominion is a sculptural tribute to Canadian unity, strength, and resilience. Inspired by the ongoing challenges to Canadian and Kawartha sovereignty and recognizing their steadfast spirit. At the heart of the design is a curved maple leaf, an enduring icon of Canadian identity. The sculpture’s upward curves reflect growth, network and connection. A key feature of Sovereign Dominion is its intricate vein system, showcased through a high-resolution digital print embedded on both the front and back of the leaf. The print, designed with advanced digital and generative AI applications, is sandwiched between a 3/8” thick ABS substrate and a UV-resistant clear coat, ensuring longevity in outdoor conditions. Fabrication involves CNC precision cutting of the silhouette, followed by thermo-forming to achieve its dynamic curvature, and integrating the stem, leaf, and base. This sculpture metaphorically echoes Canada’s natural heritage and cultural networks, mosaics of connections, histories, and nurturing strength. The printed graphic panels, produced in collaboration with Page Graphics, provide striking depth and richness. Sovereign Dominion reflects Canada’s enduring identity, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds that unite its people.

Rosalinde Baumgartner, Embrace

Rosalinde Baumgartner
Embrace
2018
clay, patina, and acrylic sealer
17 x 16 x 11 inches
$2,500

Purchase information:
rosalinde.baumgartner@gmail.com
519-803-6435
artevoke.com

Our sculpture group was fortunate when 2 young people agreed to model for us. They were friends. Sitting on the floor together with their arms around each other, heads resting on the shoulder. They projected a feeling of tenderness and trust that inspired us. A mutual exchange, we worked with a passion.

The small sculpture I made that time kept at me, it wanted more, it wanted to be enlarged. Looking at it I modified the pose somewhat and made a small maquette, modelling the larger piece from it. Embrace was high fired in a gas kiln and finished with a patina and a final coat of acrylic sealer to protect it for outdoors.

This sculpture has been displayed outside my studio for several years, but it has never been entered in a show. I am so pleased that compassion will spend this Summer in Fenelon Falls.

Lynne Sproule, The Little Lady

Lynne Sproule
The Little Lady
2025
winterstone
24 x 38 x 24 inches
$4,500

Purchase information:
lynnessproule@gmail.com
705-928-2071

This sculpture’s shape and colour reflect the inherently intense and dynamic nature of the horse. The Little Lady represents the juxtaposition of character and temperament that I have experienced while working and watching the horses that have shared their lives with mine. My objective was a blending of the two rather distinctive sides of the horse’s personality, showcasing both the soft and hard elements of their nature. I have accentuated the soft, gentle, peaceful elements by using robust, curved surfaces and blended them with the straight edges, which symbolize the more forceful, aggressive and sometimes brutal nature of their behaviour as they navigate within their herd dynamics. This sculpture pays tribute to the importance equines, both large and small, that have played a role in the development of agriculture, commerce, and community in Fenelon Falls.

Danielle Reddick, Golden Pods

Danielle Reddick
Golden Pods
2025
bronze mesh and stainless steel rod
48 x 20 x 20 inches

Purchase information:
daniellemreddick@gmail.com
613-848-1911

When I discovered bronze mesh, I realized that I could create forms that capture and return a light source. These forms gather life energy, balancing on the edge of sentience. Working with these materials as well as with universal light is a great privilege. With that in mind, I have created a bouquet of bronze pods. The notion is that they will look like giant golden blossoms in the raised garden beds. We cannot create light, we can radiate it, capture it and reflect it back.

Carolanne MacLean, Dance Me

Carolanne Maclean
Dance Me
2022
resin
20 x 11 x 4 inches
edition 1 of 6
$1,800

Purchase information:
cmtoronto@pm.me
647-296-7259 or 416-699-2424
carolannemaclean.com

Dance Me is a figurative sculpture sculpted in clay from a live model. I am a descendant of farmers from the Lindsay area and hope this pieces represents vibrancy and the joy of youth.

Angela Burdon, Spring

Angela Burdon
Spring
2025
resin cast
18 x 13 x 11 inches
$1,200

Purchase information:
angelaburdonart@gmail.com
778-822-0940
angelaburdonart.com

Spring is the dream, the new beginning, all things fresh and newly possible. The reawakening after a long, cold winter. As the newly warmed air blows softly, a smile just starting on her lips, her hair catches the currents of spring, ushering in new life. She is coloured to represent the quiet earth in the moment between the snow melting and spring’s explosion of growth. The little bird is bringing her a message... the promise of spring.

The sculpture is a limited edition, cast in resin and finished and signed by the artist. It is extremely durable and suitable for exhibition inside or out. The sculpture can be finished in any colour you desire.

Sculpture Locations

Planter No. 1

Carolanne MacLean, Dance Me & Angela Burdon, Spring

Planter No. 2

Rosalinde Baumgartner, Embrace & James Cameron Smith, Sovereign Dominion

Planter No. 3

Lynne Sproule, The Little Lady & Danielle Reddick, Golden Pods

The FAC would like to give a special shout out to our 2025 sponsors. Thank you so much for your support, we couldn’t do it without you!

Join us for the Public Launch & Walking Tour
Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11 a.m.
Colborne Street Gallery
36 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls

We will meet at Colborne Street Gallery for artist introductions, then walk to each work for viewing and further discussion.

We look forward to seeing you all soon!

The submission deadline for the 2025 call has closed.
Please email fenelonarts@gmail.com to be added to our mailing list for the 2026 exhibition.

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
THE DOWNTOWN SCULPTURE EXHIBITION 2025

DEADLINE FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2025

The Fenelon Arts Committee (FAC), in partnership with the City of Kawartha Lakes, invites expressions of interest from artists or teams of artists to participate in the 2025 call for sculptures in the garden planters located along Colborne Street in downtown Fenelon Falls. Each work will be on display from May to October 2025 as public art.

The FAC identifies opportunities for artists, strategizes on arts initiatives, and works to increase public access and engagement with art in the village of Fenelon Falls. The FAC is a part of the Kawartha Works Community Co-op (KWCC). The KWCC works to improve the social infrastructure in Kawartha Lakes by enabling the creation, development, and management of not-for-profit initiatives with artistic, cultural, recreational, health, environmental, economic, and social improvement aims.

The Downtown Sculpture Exhibition 2025 will feature a collection of six (6) sculptures mounted on limestone base rocks located inside the garden planters. A jury of local arts and cultural leaders and business leaders will be appointed by the FAC to select the works.  

EXHIBITION GUIDELINES

Open to all artists within Canada.

Innovative and engaging from all perspectives.

Consider the context and history of the location; consideration given to the Indigenous use of the area, the historical development of Fenelon Falls, the natural heritage of the region, and the contemporary use of the area today.

Works adhere to dimension specifications outlined below.

Sculptures must be original works suitable for outdoor installation.

Creativity.

The artwork should not pose a risk of injury to the public (for example, no hazardous sharp points or edges) and must be robust enough to withstand weather conditions and public interaction with no maintenance from May to October.

The Artist has the skills and experience required to manage installation and removal.

THE PROJECT

There are six (6) unanchored limestone bases available for sculpture installation; three (3) garden planters each containing two (2) sculptures. Photos of the planters are included at the end of the call. Each of the six (6) sculptures must be capable of being securely mounted on the mounting bracket on the limestone bases which are already in place in the planters. Each limestone rock surface measures approximately 9 sq. ft. with four (4) threaded steel rods each with a 5/8” diameter. The steel rods are placed in a square pattern 5.25” centre to centre to secure the sculpture.

An honorarium of $350 will be paid to each participating artist, as well as $75 per diem; 2 days for installation and 1 day for artwork removal.

Submission Deadline is Friday, March 21, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. (EST). Successful applicants will be notified Friday, April 4, 2025 by email.

Works must be installed on Thursday, May 8, 2025, and removed on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The works must be installed for the duration of the exhibition. Works not installed by May 8, 2025, may be replaced by an alternate work at the sole discretion of the FAC.

Accommodation will be provided for artists, if required, for the evening of Thursday, May 8, 2025. There will be a celebratory dinner the evening of May 8 (complete details to follow). Please notify the need for accommodation in your submission and note any dietary, food restrictions, and/or allergies.

The project unveiling ceremony will be held Friday, May 9, 2025, at the Colborne Street Gallery at 11 a.m. Artists will be in attendance to discuss their artwork and there will be a guided tour of the sculptures following the talk. Artists will be introduced by a member of the FAC and present a short talk about their work to the public.

THE SCULPTURES

The height of the sculpture including the plinth/pole, if necessary, must be a minimum of 3’ tall and a maximum of 4’ tall. The maximum width and depth allowance is 2’ (W) x 2’ (D). Documentation of the proposed installation must be included in the submission.

Each sculpture must be secured to the mounting system and be stable. Please refer to the mounting system specifications is attached.

Artists are responsible for delivery, installation, and removal of their sculptures at the designated dates: installation on May 8 and removal on October 23, 2025. Assistance will be provided for installation and removal if required. The details, times, and sites will be provided to selected artists.

Artists or teams of artists may submit up to two (2) entries for consideration.

Artworks may be offered for sale. The FAC does not take a commission, nor is it directly involved with any sales. All inquiries and sales are handled by the Artist, or their agent, and all sculptures must remain for the duration of the exhibition. Prices and contact information will be included on the accompanying signage, promotional material, and website.

INSURANCE

All accepted artwork will remain at the risk of the Artist. The Artist will be responsible for any damage and/or repair to the artwork. The artwork is insured for liability by the KWCC.

The Jury reserves the right to select proposals at its discretion and may choose not to select any or all proposals that do not meet its criteria. They may also reject work that differs significantly from the work depicted in the accepted submission.

PROJECT TIMELINE

The following timeline outlines the schedule for the project. The schedule may vary at the discretion of the FAC.

Friday, March 21, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
Submission Deadline

Friday, April 4, 2025
Notice of Acceptance by email

Thursday, May 8, 2025
Installation Day

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
Project Celebratory Dinner

Location TBD. Accommodation will be provided for artists, if required, for the evening of May 8, 2025. Please note in your submission if you require accommodations.

May 9, 2025 , 11 a.m.
Public Launch and Walking Tour at Colborne Street Gallery, 36 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls

Thursday, October 23, 2025
Artwork Removal

Note: Date for installation, unveiling, and removal are subject to change, due to weather.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Initial submissions for a proposed sculpture are at the sole cost of the artist and must include the following:

• Name of artist or artists with contact information including full mailing address, e-mail address, and telephone number.

• CV of each artist who will be participating in the project.

• Images and accompanying Image List showing previous samples of the artist’s work. A portfolio of 5-10 images is recommended. Please note only electronic submissions will be reviewed for this call. Images should be .jpg format, 300 dpi, and 1080 pixels on the longest side.

• A written statement, 200 words maximum, outlining the artist’s approach to the proposed sculpture, including a summary of the materials, method of creation/manufacturing, and installation, as well as the connection to the call theme, and any additional information of significance for the proposed work.

• 3-5 images of the proposed sculpture with complete details, including title, date, medium, dimensions, and price. Please show the sculpture from multiple angles.

• A maximum of two (2) proposed sculptures per artist or team of artists.
  

CONTACT AND INQUIRIES

All questions, inquiries, and submissions should be directed to:

Fenelon Arts Committee
Darcie Kennedy, Chair
fenelonarts@gmail.com

Sculpture Locations

2024 Sculpture Examples

Planters

Mounting Brackets