Love Letter
Solo exhibit by
Ajineen Sagal
November 11 - 29, 2026
Reception: Saturday November 14, 3 - 6pm
Please visit the gallery to view the exhibition.
Please contact gerrardartspace@gmail.com for more information.
Artist Statement
A couple of years ago I was marveling about how much I love this neighbourhood and that I’m so very lucky to live within it. I was wishing I could find an artistic gift for my in-laws that showed a little taste of the Gerrard Street and area that I have grown to adore so much after living here for 19 years. So, with Joanne encouraging me, I decided to make my own art,and this show “Love Letter” was born. This is more of a story than a photography exhibit- a story of secret little corners, familiar sights, hidden treasures and things that we pass by and see every day, but don’t stop long enough to look at and really see.
To make it a little more fun and engaging , I added an NFC microchip under each piece ( thank you Alan and Stephen for this idea). You simply open your phone and hold the top of it under any piece of art for 7 seconds, and the website or social media page of the business will pop up. See how many of the names you know without checking!
This seems to mostly work with newer phones - If your phone doesn’t work or you are annoyed by this idea, it is all listed on the title sheet - hard copy, paper- I get it- paper is often easier for me too.
This is my first visual solo show of story telling. My story telling background is music ( violin, fiddle, composing, arranging, music directing, singing) and theatre - performance and creation. I had great fun exploring this medium. I would like to thank Joanne , Dahlia, Sam and Gerrard Art Space leading the way for me and helping show my work in such a beautiful way. Thank you to Paul, Cove and Beckett for putting up with my art pieces scattered across floors, beds and clean laundry piles. It’s so exciting to see it all in one room!!
And - of course, I want to thank this rich and vibrant neighbourhood and all the creative and wonderful souls that live , work, create and play in this area. There are more than the places I have displayed today , but for now I would like to thank the featured business ( in no particular order) The Swag Sisters, Jupiter Bakehouse, The Black Pony, Gerrard Art Space, Lake Inez, Belle Isle, Vive Fitness, Eulalie’s Cornerstore, Victoria Whole Foods, The Pantry Fine Cheese, Lazy Daisy’s Cafe, The Two Headed Dog, Maharani Fashions, Bhatti Jewelers, India Paan, Chandan Fashion, Mahara Boutique, Kala Kendar, Ted Reeve Arena, Kat’s Victory Garden( the flowers) and many more. You are all what make this neighbourhood so wonderful to live in. I know I am not alone when I say I’m so grateful to you.
Thank you. I love you.
Ajineen.
