Art Lending of Ottawa

08/29/2026

Two weeks away! An affordable way to support artists in your community: you can rent artwork for three month terms at a great price and if you decide you don’t want to part with it, the rent can be put towards the purchase price!

Artworks are also available for purchase. Next Art show is September 12 at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre. 10am to 4pm, free admission and free parking.

08/26/2026

ALO Artist Doreen Dyet will be leaning into fall with her paintings at our upcoming art show on September 12. She will have these and many more pieces available for sale or rent. A great way to bring this colourful time of year into your home.

Check it out at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre for 10-4, free admission and parking.

Oil on gallery wrapped canvas:

Princess Louise Falls
24”x36”

Plitvice Falls
24”x36”

Autumn Woodland
30” x 30”

08/25/2026

Exciting News — My First Show with Art Lending of Ottawa!

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined Art Lending of Ottawa (ALO), a not‑for‑profit artists’ cooperative that makes original art accessible and affordable. Even better — I’ll be participating in my first ALO show on Saturday, September 12 at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre in Ottawa.

The event features over forty local juried artists, and I’ll be exhibiting new artwork I’ve never shown publicly before — pieces I’ve been quietly developing and am excited to finally share.

Why Art Lending of Ottawa Is Special

ALO offers a flexible way to enjoy original art:

Rent any artwork for a minimum of three months.

Return it at the next show, continue renting, or rent‑to‑own — once rental fees equal the artwork’s price, it’s yours.

Refresh your home or office art every season without committing to a full purchase.

It’s an affordable way to live with art and see how it fits your space before deciding.

Event Details
Saturday, September 12, 2026
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Jim Durrell Recreation Centre, 1265 Walkley Road, Ottawa
Free admission, free parking, wheelchair accessible

I’m bringing some new, never‑before‑seen artworks available for rental, rent‑to‑own, or purchase. If you’ve been curious about adding original art to your home or workspace, this is a perfect chance to explore without pressure and maybe discover a piece that speaks to you.

P.S. For Business Owners

If you want to decorate your office, studio, clinic, or workspace, renting artwork through ALO can be a smart option. Because rental fees are considered an operating expense, many businesses may be able to deduct those costs — making it an affordable way to bring original art into your professional environment while supporting local artists.

Come browse beautiful work from local creators and enjoy a unique way of experiencing art. If you’d like a reminder closer to the date, just let me know.

— Lynn

08/22/2026

Art Lending of Ottawa is excited to welcome award winning Mixed Media artist Galina Ponomarenko to our roster! Come check out these wonderful pieces available for sale or rent on Saturday September 12 at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre 10 am - 4 pm

1 “Promenade” this is a mixed media 24x24”
2 “Summer Landscape” this is mixed media 18x24”
3 “Europe” mixed media 24x18”
4 “Green With a Feather” mixed media 18x22”
5 “Neighborhood” mixed media 24x18”
6 “Red Flowers” mixed media 24x18”

08/20/2026

Come join us September 12 at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre for our fall Art Show. Rent or buy original, local artwork. See a live art demo and more!

08/18/2026

Ottawa Artists Linda Bordage will be bringing along these framed watercolour pieces to our next show September 12th!

All pieces are framed. “Gatineau in the Fall” (21x17), “Girl with Hat” (16x20), “Cuddling” (9.5x10.5) and “Surrounded by Gold” (16.5x21.5)

Come see this unique event where Art can be rented or purchased (even rent to own) a very affordable way to enjoy local, original art!

10am to 4pm at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre Recreation Centre 1265 Walkley Road.

08/16/2026

This September ALO is excited to be welcoming a number of new artists to our show!

Join us in welcoming acrylic artists Lucie Murray.

Lucie talks about her artwork: “All my paintings reflect nature. A defining element of my technique is the use of spatula. I find that it makes my painting so perfectly imperfect. Always stay true nature, it’s what grounds you.”

Can’t wait to see them in person! Her works will be available for sale or rent at our September 12 show at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre 10-4

08/06/2026

We’re excited to see them!

06/05/2026

Congratulations!

Sold this painting through Art Lending of Ottawa, thank you to the buyer!

05/30/2026