Northern Ontario Abstract Art Debuts in Times Square
Contemporary artist Chrissy Yendell will bring her large-scale abstract expressionism to New York City on Oct. 27 when her work is featured on a digital display in Times Square for a 24-hour period, SooToday reported. Marie-based painter, whose work explores identity, memory, and the female form.
The public art showcase places northern Ontario art on an international stage through a digital installation. Yendell discovered the opportunity after reviewing a public call for artists seeking submissions for the global exhibition.
Global Exhibitions in New York and Florence
Yendell’s international tour extends to Italy following her New York debut. Beginning Nov. 28, 2026, her paintings will be displayed inside a 25-metre LED tunnel in Florence as part of ExpoMetro, an immersive public art exhibition.
Displays will include QR codes linking viewers directly to Yendell’s website. The artist notes that showing work in high-traffic public spaces makes contemporary art accessible to audiences who might not otherwise visit a traditional gallery.
Back in Sault Ste. The elementary school where Yendell teaches also plans to stream the event for her students.
Launching Studio Superior North in Sault Ste. Marie
In May, Yendell will launch Studio Superior North, a juried contemporary art exhibition at The Machine Shop. Marie. The event aims to bring together regional artists working in painting, sculpture, photography, textile arts, performance, and film.
Yendell intends to build the showcase into a lasting platform for northern Ontario creators, offering career opportunities that extend well past the initial exhibition.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Exhibitions
What type of art does Chrissy Yendell create?
Yendell creates abstract expressionist paintings that are often large-scale, layered, and expressive. Her work incorporates figurative elements, particularly the female form, while examining the intersection of color, memory, identity, motherhood, and the passage of time.
How can viewers in Sault Ste. Marie watch the Times Square exhibition?
A livestream of the Times Square event will allow local residents to view the digital display virtually. The elementary school where Yendell teaches will also livestream the exhibition for her students.
What is ExpoMetro in Florence?
ExpoMetro is an immersive public art exhibition taking place in Florence, Italy. Yendell’s artwork will be featured there for two days beginning on Nov. 28, 2026, displayed along a 25-metre LED tunnel.
What is Studio Superior North?
Studio Superior North is a large-scale, juried contemporary art exhibition organized by Yendell, scheduled to launch in May at The Machine Shop. The event will showcase emerging and established artists across disciplines including sculpture, film, textile arts, and painting.
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