This coming September 2026, the Gibsons Public Art Gallery will showcase “Woodland Rhythms” – an exhibition featuring the work of Sunshine Coast artists Kathy McKnight and Sandy Kay.
“Woodland Rhythms” will invite viewers to experience the forests through the perspectives of the artists who share a profound connection to the coastal forests that define the Sunshine Coast landscape.
Their intention for the exhibition is to evoke an immersive experience of the forest that each artist interprets through their own unique visual language . . . to invite the viewer to slow down, breathe deeply and feel the movement of light, to “hear” the lyricism and rhythmic flow of the paintings.
McKnight and Kay both work in oil and cold wax, applied in as many as 30 layers or more of work. Together they weave a rich tapestry of perception, where the boundary between visual art, musical expression, and natural landscape dissolves into a singular, evocative experience.
The exhibition extends beyond the canvas with live music that echoes the paintings’ inherent musicality, while artist demonstrations will offer insights into their intricate creative process. Visitors will be invited to explore the forest in a multi-sensory, transformative way.
“Woodland Rhythms” will be on exhibit at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery from September 24 to October 18, 2026. Musical performances, artist demonstrations, and guest talks will take place during the exhibition.
Visit woodlandrhythms.ca for more information about the artists and the exhibition.