Paintings by Mel Delija in the Arthur Smith Room. Meet the artist on Sunday, September 18. We invite you to this Exhibition Sunday, September 18 - Sunday October 23

"Change of Seasons" is sponsored by Northern Artists ProLab, 44 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto - website »

To create images of the change of seasons is most challenging for me as an artist. Even the most mundane landscape when covered by a blanket of snow can become a visual winter wonderland. It may seem that such beauty is a mere coincidence but we fail to realize is that this was the result of the master's hand that created this phenomenal image before us. We as artists can only do an impression of the real work of art that is in front of us. The autumn season is my favorite time to paint. When the green foliage becomes the colour of a rainbow. It is a breathtaking vision. Truly a gift from above. Spring and summer are the least favorite seasons to paint but none the less they still offer enough intrigue and challenge to paint for any artist. - MD

Mel is a graduate of Central Technical School's art course as well as The Ontario College of Art. After graduating from college Mel worked mainly in commercial art. Today Mel divides his time between painting and teaching art. Mel enjoys painting still life, landscapes on location and figures from live models. Self portrait above right.

The Art Gallery is a part of our Art and Spiritualilty program which strives towards building a wider community. Our Vision statement is: " CCDP is a place where genuine spirituality, like art is open and dynamic .... both are the hope of a world so badly in need of transformation."

"To send light into the darkness of men's hearts - such is the duty of the artist" - Robert Schumann

We look forward to bringing you a year full of engaging, awe-inspiring Art that will lead to reflection.

"Deer Park church showcases community art - Works of art by members of the Deer Park community are now on display at Christ Church" [July 2010]. Read article here »

Our mission is inherent in CCDP’s Mission Statement and builds on the strategic plan, GROWS.. Specifically:

• To provide an opportunity for the community at large to share in the enriching experience of art;
• To engage the community and artists within and beyond CCDP;
• To create a gallery space where artists can exhibit their work for the appreciation of the community;
• To create a programme that is self-sustaining and ongoing through sponsorships, patronages, donations and commissions on art sales.