Toronto Outdoor Art Fair is Toronto's longest-running and largest outdoor art fair, and takes place in Nathan Phillips Square every July.

This summer explore the work of Canadian artists spanning a variety of backgrounds and disciplines. You will find me there - Booth details to follow.

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Browse my art in person the weekend of June 6 & 7, and enjoy the work of many others at the Riverdale ArtWalk.

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Winner of the 2026 Jurors’ Choice

“Nocturnal Glory” (30” x 36” - Coloured Pencil on Wood Panel) was selected for the 45th Insights Juried Art Exhibition and is the winner of the 2026 Jurors’ Choice Award.

The Elora Fergus Arts Council in collaboration with Wellington County Museum & Archives makes it possible to present this long running exhibition to the community. 

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Globe Studios is hosting an Art Show and Sale this weekend which will feature over 60 local artists, myself included. The event will include painters, potters, photographers and other makers from across the region, and will give you the opportunity to see some of the studios of these craftspeople. Come by to say hi - admission is free!

Globe Studios is located at 141 Whitney Place in Kitchener, Ontario.

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The SCA is a national, non-profit artists' organization which adheres to a high standard of artistic achievement and promotes excellence in traditional, contemporary and experimental forms of visual arts. Stay tuned for upcoming exhibitions hosted by the Society of Canadian Artists.

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Michael Madden will be opening up his home studio for the Elora Fergus Studio Tour of 2025. You are welcome to come by and get a look behind the scenes. 

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The Opening Gala will take place at the Elora Centre for the Arts, September 19th, 7-9pm. See the event page for more information, including a schedule of Artist Demonstrations. 

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Toronto Outdoor Art Fair is back at Nathan Phillips Square from Friday, July 11th until Sunday, July 13th, in booth 124.

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Explore hundreds of fine artists and makers from across Canada all weekend long. Artists have been juried and selected for this event to create a showcase of talent and craft across a variety of disciplines. 

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Michael has been selected to show his works and is delighted to share some of his latest pieces. Come by to say hello!

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Riverdale ArtWalk is a two-day outdoor fine art event taking place in the vibrant Queen East arts district in Toronto. This juried event showcases established and emerging artists, offering a platform dedicated exclusively to fine art.

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Recognized as one of Toronto’s premier outdoor art shows, Riverdale ArtWalk is a favourite among art lovers, collectors, and artists. Consistently praised for its exceptional organization, Riverdale ArtWalk stands out as a top-rated event for both attendees and participating artists.

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Michael has been selected by Jury to showcase his work this summer. See the work in person!

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“Rural Dignified” (30” x 60” - Coloured Pencil on Wood Panel) was selected for the 44th Insights Juried Art Exhibition and awarded the Beverley Cairns Award at this year's event.

The Elora Fergus Arts Council in collaboration with Wellington County Museum & Archives makes it possible to present this long running exhibition to the community. 

Thank you to the Elora Fergus Arts Council for all they do for our communities, in particular, Mary-Anne Dalkowski and Susan Thorning. Heartfelt gratitude.

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I'm delighted to be part of the 2024 Elora Fergus Studio Tour happening Sept 28/29 and Oct 5/6. Come check out the uniqueness of coloured pencil on wood panel in person.

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You can find a full list of artists and a map of various studios on the website, linked below.

Official Website for the Elora Fergus Studio Tour

I'm excited to share that I will be showcasing my work at the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair at Nathan Phillips Square, from July 12th to the 14th. 

You can find me at Booth #52 all weekend.

TOAF is Canada's largest and longest-running annual contemporary art fair. This summer, there will be over 350 artists participating making it an exciting event for you and your friends or family to come and enjoy.

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From Saturday June 1st to Sunday June 2nd, the Riverdale ArtWalk will be happening at the Jimmie Simpson Park in the Riverdale neighbourhood of Toronto. I will be showcasing my work, so please come by to have a browse! 

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The Riverdale ArtWalk is in its 26th year and has grown to reach a loyal following or art enthusiasts and collectors. This year, they expect to showcase 150+ established and emerging artists.  

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"Bucolic Passing" by Michael Madden is featured in the March 2024 issue of Artist Talk Magazine, a UK-based publication that showcases artists from around the world. 

The magazine is available worldwide in print and digital formats. Click the link below to check out Issue 30 in full and read Michael's statement about his highlighted work.

Read the Article Here