Current Exhibitions and Events

From Waste to Wonder, An Upcycled Menagerie

Artist: Yulia Shtern
April 19 – June 1, 2025
Saturdays & Sundays, 10 AM – 4 PM

What if our waste could tell a story? In From Waste to Wonder, Canadian visual artist and theatre designer Yulia Shtern presents an imaginative menagerie of sculptural animals, each created entirely from upcycled packaging, plastics, fabric scraps, and foil. With no added paint or pigment, the colour and texture of each creature comes directly from the discarded materials themselves—offering both enchantment and a subtle critique of our consumer habits.

Rooted in magical realism, the exhibition celebrates the beauty and fragility of the natural world while highlighting the threats facing many of the animals depicted. From endangered Arctic wolves to invasive apple snails, each sculpture is paired with researched conservation facts, offering viewers a deeper connection to species at risk.

Shtern’s work asks us to consider what we throw away—and what we stand to lose. Join us in this bold, beautiful reflection on nature, waste, and wonder.