S Gordon Harwood

I consider myself a painter of abstract works, guided not by the compass of representation, but rather by the tides of impulse and intuition. In this creative space, I find a language that transcends the literal—a dialect that appeals directly to the emotional core of both artist and observer. I return to a single refrain: “Ask yourself not what it is, ask yourself how it makes you feel. On that basis, you may just find that elusive connection with art.” This philosophy is the cornerstone of my practice, a gentle invitation to approach the unfamiliar with open senses and an open heart.

Volunteering as artist in residence for Looking at the Stars foundation, I partner with classical musicians, creating art during musical performances in correctional institutions in Ontario and Quebec, Canada, United States, as well as in Eastern Europe. My work can be found in both corporate and private collections across Canada, US, United Kingdom, and France.

2009, 14 - Globe Studios Open House Show and Sale – Group Show
2011 - The Museum Café – Kitchener Ontario – Solo Show
- University Club – Waterloo Ontario – Group Show
- Café 97 – Ottawa Ontario - Solo Show
2012 - La Petite Mort – Ottawa Ontario - Solo Show
2013,14 - Ottawa Art Expo – Juried group show, Galerie Old Chelsea – Solo Show
2015 - Aquatopia – Solo Show
2017 - Sofitel Montréal, Gallery Papillon Studio Open House
- 1917 Exhibition, Inspiration Village, Ottawa, Gallery old Chelsea, Markham, and Cornwall
2018 - Gallery Papillon Studio Open House
- Art in the Garden Toronto, John Coltrane -Re-Imagining
2019 - La Cour Des Arts - Top 20 Jazz Standards - St. Remy de Provence
2020 - La Cour Des Arts - Hommage to Jazz Greats - St. Remy de Provence
2021 - La Cour Des Arts - Hommage to Jazz Greats "Encore" - St. Remy de Provence
2023 - Galerie Old Chelsea - Miles Davis Kind of Blue - Chelsea Quebec
2023 - Kanata Gallery - Group Show
2024- Postcards from Paris
2025 - Art Residency - Le Bugue France