A Two-Day Celebration of Art, Culture & Cuisine

Join us for The Atlas Experience, an immersive weekend where visual art, international cuisine, and live candlelight music come together in an elegant setting at Cedar Meadows Resort & Spa.

Inspired by cultures from around the world, this unique event invites guests to experience original artwork, meet artists, enjoy globally inspired flavours, and celebrate creativity through a thoughtfully curated exhibition.

Whether you're an art collector, a culture enthusiast, or simply looking for a memorable weekend experience, The Atlas Experience offers something special for everyone.

 

For Guests

Saturday September 19 – Private Atlas Experience (for ticket holders) 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (dinner and concert to follow)

Begin the weekend with an exclusive evening designed for participating artists and ticket holders.

Guests will enjoy:

• First access to the curated art exhibition

• Meet-and-greet opportunities with exhibiting artists

• Live candlelight music

• Cocktails

• Internationally inspired hors d'oeuvres

• The unveiling of a new painting series by host artist Marie-France Lafleur-Gagnon

• A 7 course fine dining dinner

 

This intimate evening offers the opportunity to experience the exhibition before it opens to the public while enjoying an atmosphere of art, conversation, dinner, music, and culture.

 

Sunday September 20 – Public Exhibition 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Return on Sunday as The Atlas Experience opens to the public.

Visitors are invited to:

• Explore the complete curated exhibition

• Meet participating artists

• Purchase original artwork

• Experience a celebration of cultures from around the world through visual storytelling

Whether you're discovering new artists or searching for the perfect piece to add to your collection, Sunday offers a relaxed and inspiring gallery experience.

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Event Tickets

Tickets for The Atlas Experience include admission to the selected event.

For ticket information and availability, please visit: www.mariefrancefineart.ca/event-list

Advance ticket purchase is recommended, as capacity for the Saturday private experience is limited.

 

For Artists

CALL FOR ARTISTS

The Atlas Experience invites emerging and established Canadian artists to submit original artwork for consideration in this professionally curated exhibition.

Selected artists will exhibit their work within an immersive cultural event that brings together fine art, music, cuisine, and community in an elegant gallery setting.

Participating artists will have the opportunity to:

• Display artwork in a professionally curated exhibition

• Offer original artwork for sale

• Connect with collectors and guests

• Attend the exclusive Saturday preview and Sunday public exhibition

• Receive promotion through The Atlas Experience marketing and social media

• Access discounted accommodations at Cedar Meadows Resort & Spa (subject to availability)

To create a cohesive exhibition, all submissions are reviewed through a curatorial selection process.

 

Who Can Apply

This exhibition is open to emerging and established artists based in Canada.

Accepted mediums include:

• Acrylic

• Oil

• Watercolour

• Gouache

• Pencil

• Pastel

 

Curatorial Theme

The Atlas Experience

Artists are invited to interpret the theme through their own creative perspective by exploring countries, cultures, traditions, architecture, landscapes, people, food, travel, or the feeling of place.

We encourage thoughtful visual storytelling that celebrates the diversity and beauty of our world.

 

Artwork Requirements

• Up to five original artworks may be submitted.

• Artwork must reflect the exhibition theme.

• Artwork must be exhibition-ready upon delivery.

• Artwork must be available for sale unless otherwise arranged.

 

Size Requirements

• Minimum: 11" × 14"

• Maximum: 24" × 36"

 

Presentation

Artwork must arrive ready to hang.

• Frames are encouraged.

• Gallery-wrapped canvases may remain unframed.

• Secure hanging wire is required.

• Sawtooth hangers cannot be accepted.

Professional installation will be provided by the exhibition team.

 

Submission Fee & Deadline

$10 per artwork

• 1 artwork — $10

• 2 artworks — $20

• 3 artworks — $30

• 4 artworks — $40

• 5 artworks — $50

Submission fees help offset jurying, installation, administration, and exhibition preparation.

Submission fees are non-refundable.  Deadline to submit all artwork is September 1st, 2026.

 

Delivery

Accepted artwork must be received by September 11, 2026.

Delivery options include:

• In-person drop-off (details provided upon acceptance)

• Shipping at the artist's expense

 

Artwork Labels

Please include on the back of each artwork:

• Artist Name

• Artwork Title

• Medium

• Dimensions

• Sale Price (CAD)

 

Artwork Sales

All accepted artwork should be available for purchase.

• Artists retain 90% of the sale price.

• The exhibition retains a 10% commission.

• Payments are issued within 7–14 days following the exhibition.

 

People's Choice Award

Every exhibited artwork is automatically entered.

Prize: $250 Cash

The winner will be selected through public voting during Sunday's exhibition.

 

Promotion

Selected artists may be featured in promotional materials, social media, and event marketing leading up to The Atlas Experience.

Submitted images may be used to promote the exhibition.

 

Artwork Care

Every reasonable care will be taken in handling and displaying artwork.

Artists are responsible for arranging their own insurance if additional coverage is desired.

 

Submission Agreement

By submitting artwork, you confirm that:

• The artwork is your original work.

• Submission does not guarantee acceptance.

• Submission fees are non-refundable.

• Accepted artwork will be delivered as submitted.

• You agree to the exhibition guidelines.

 

Accommodations

Artists travelling from outside the area will receive access to a discounted room rate at Cedar Meadows Resort & Spa, subject to availability.

Booking information will be provided upon acceptance.

 

We Look Forward to Your Submission

The Atlas Experience is an opportunity to share your work, connect with collectors and fellow artists, and become part of a unique cultural event that celebrates art, storytelling, and community.

We look forward to discovering your work.