Martina Weinhart

With contributions by Rebecca Herlemann, Ruth Phillips, Carmen Robertson, Jeff Thomas, Georgiana Uhlaryik, Reneée van der Avoird, Martina Weinhart and Interviews with Lisa Jackson and Caroline Monnet

In the early 20th century, artists such as Emily Carr, Tom Thomson, and members of what would become the Group of Seven, transformed Post-Impressionism techniques into exciting new ways of interpreting the Canadian landscape.

Challenging existing traditions, they left major cities such as Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver and ventured deep into the Canadian wilderness. Often remaining in the bush for weeks on end, they reimagined the natural world using bold colours, stylized forms, and dynamic brushwork, producing vibrant modernist works that would define Canada and Canadian art for decades to come.

Premiering at Frankfurt’s Schirn Kunsthalle, Magnetic North features 87 works of art, including 23 works from the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition also comprises five films, including two by contemporary Indigenous artists: How a People Live, a documentary by filmmaker Lisa Jackson and Mobilize, a short film by artist Caroline Monnet.

Magnetic North was organized by the SCHIRN KUNSTHALLE FRANKFURT, the Art Gallery of Ontario, and the National Gallery of Canada, with the generous support of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Hardcover | 240 pages
23.5 x 27.5 cm (9.25 x 10.82 in)
Publication Date: 2021

Lawren S. Harris (1885–1970) 
Maligne Lake, Jasper Park, 1924

POSTER:
Image size: 47 x 58.4 cm (18 ½ x 23 in.)
Poster size: 61 x 71.1 cm (24 x 28 in.)

In the collection of the National Gallery of Canada

This bookmark features Louise Bourgeois’ sculptureMaman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada,Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

Paper
7 x 21 cm (2.75 x 8.25 in.)

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This coaster features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home. 

Diameter: 9 cm (3.5 in.) 
Wood

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This magnet features a reproduction of Louise Bourgeois' sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). The original work of art is made of bronze, stainless steel and marble, and is in the collection of the National Gallery of Canada. 

Diameter: 7.6 cm (3 in.) 

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2025

This mousepad features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

23.4 x 19.5 cm (9 ¼ x 7 ¾ in.)

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This mug features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

Holds 315 ml (11 fl. oz)
Microwave and dishwasher safe 

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This notebook features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

48 blank pages
10.5 x 16.5 x 0.5 cm (4 x 6.5 x 0.2 in.)

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This notecard features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

Card dimensions: 17.5 x 13.5 cm (6.8 x 5.3 in.)
Blank inside. Envelope included.

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2025

This pin features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home. 

Approx. 2 cm (0.79 in.) 

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This poster features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

Dimensions:
Image size: 30 x 23.5 cm (11.8 x 9.25 in.)
Paper size: 35.6 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This tea towel features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home. 

100% Cotton 
70 x 50 cm (27.5 x 19.5 in.) 

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This tote bag features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home. 

Made in Canada
33 x 38 x 7.6 cm (13 x 15 x 3 in.)
65% polyester | 35% cotton 

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This stainless steel travel mug features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home. The neoprene cover is waterproof, stain proof, and eliminates condensation.

8 cm (3 ¼ in.) in diameter
Holds 473 ml (16 fl. oz.)
Hand wash

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This unisex T-shirt features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

Made in Canada
100% organic cotton

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

This youth T-shirt features Louise Bourgeois’ sculpture Maman (1999, cast 2003). Presiding over the plaza of the National Gallery of Canada, Maman was inspired by the artist’s own mother, and stands as a nurturing and protective symbol of fertility, shelter and the home.

Made in Canada
100% organic cotton

© The Easton Foundation / VAGA at ARS, NY / CARCC Ottawa 2024

Lori Pauli with an introduction by Joseph Mulholland

Only recently has the name Margaret Watkins come to be cited in the annals of 20th century photography. Born and raised in Canada, Watkins became a driving force at one of the most important photography schools in America. Her photographs, most notably her still-life images, now key works in the history of early advertising photography and classic examples of modernist photography, have earned her special recognition within the history of the medium.

Softcover | 160 pages 
22.1 x 28.8 cm (8.7 x 11.3 in.) 
Publication Date: 2012

Lori Pauli with an introduction by Joseph Mulholland

Only recently has the name Margaret Watkins come to be cited in the annals of 20th century photography. Born and raised in Canada, Watkins became a driving force at one of the most important photography schools in America. Her photographs, most notably her still-life images, now key works in the history of early advertising photography and classic examples of modernist photography, have earned her special recognition within the history of the medium.

Softcover | 160 pages 
22.1 x 28.8 cm (8.7 x 11.3 in.) 
Publication Date: 2012

Catherine Crowston, Josée Drouin-Brisebois, Jonathan Shaughnessy 

With a focus on six Canadian contemporary artists who emphasize material excess, ornamentation and theatricality in their production, Misled by Nature features spectacular installations that explore hybridity, natural processes and the viewer’s experience.  The catalogue accompanies an exhibition by the National Gallery of Canada, the Art Gallery of Alberta, and Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art.

Featured artists: David Altmejd, Lee Bul, Bharti Kher, Tricia Middleton, Yinka Shonibare, and Sarah Sze. 

Paper | 72 pages
17.5 x 25 cm (6.9 x 9.8 in.) 
Publication Date: 2012

Ann Thomas

This original publication, which focuses on the early decades of the 20th century, is the first in a new series devoted to the study of photographic masterpieces from the National Gallery of Canada's international collection. Examining the expansive, innovative and often contradictory modernist ethos that shaped the creation and use of photographic art from 1900 to 1940, this generously illustrated publication highlights dozens of works from Germany, England, Czech Republic, United States, France, Russia, Hungary, Japan and Canada. An introductory essay describes the development of photography artistically, technically and socially. Following the essay, 79 individual works are presented within the context of their times. Each is illustrated with a full-page duo tone plate. Among the artists are some of the world's greatest photographic innovators, notably Eugène Atget, Margaret Bourke-White, Brassaï, Walker Evans, Dorothea Lange, Lisette Model, Alexander Rodchenko and Edward Weston.

Paper | 200 pages
20.5 x 26.5 cm (8 x 10.5 in.) 
Publication Date: 2007