Welcome Home – the painting, auction & event

Want to win this painting called “Welcome Home” (11″ x 14″)? Read on…

This is Come Home Year in Newfoundland & Labrador, when so many who have left this island are coming back to visit or maybe even stay.

I’ve called this province home since 2011. I love it here! I’ve been here longer than anywhere I’ve lived as an adult.

It’s true that I’ve loved all 3 continents and 5 provinces that I’ve called home in my lifetime. Home is where I am, in the moment.

But I’m thrilled I haven’t received a Spirit Call yet to move away from Newfoundland & Labrador.

There are many reasons I feel so at home here. Like in most places, I’ve been blessed to make a few close friends on these shores.

It’s also where I finally became a full-time artist after decades in recreation and teaching English as a Second Language.

And the abundance and proximity of nature – especially the ocean-  so nourishes my journey in this chapter of my life.

So when I was invited to create a piece to donate for a silent auction to raise funds for a new group of artists I’ve recently joined, this is what came into being.

First, I received the vision of the trees embracing the ocean and the moon embracing the sun.

Next came the trio of people waving and embracing the arrival of loved ones. Although they most obviously represent family & friends, they also hold the energy of friendliness which has been my experience of Newfoundlanders.

I’m thrilled with how this painting evolved and the joy it brings me every time I see it on my wall.

If you’d like a chance to bid on this 11″ x 14″ energy-infused painting, keep reading. You don’t have to be in St. John’s to participate.

My natural tendency as an introvert is to hermit in the studio or spend time alone or with 1 or 2 friends out in nature. 

Back when the pandemic restrictions were relaxing here on the island, I decided that it was time I became more involved in my community.

This intention is what inspired my April Community Spirit Treasure Hunt, in which I had almost 60 paintings in 11 locations, encouraging folks to get out and play.

That got me out interacting with local business owners and participants, but I was open to more.

So when I heard about Icebergallery, I immediately signed up. 

IceberGallery is a non-profit visual arts organization focusing on the talents of those within Newfoundland and Labrador, with the home-base of the organization being in St. John’s, NL.

This artist-run organization is focused on providing entrepreneurial, educational, and collaborative opportunities to local visual artists, no matter the medium or experience level.

IceberGallery operates based on a network of artists, with all of it’s opportunities being exclusive to those within the network for little-to-no-cost.

The IceberGallery Artist Network is free to join.

Our next event is happening this week online and at The Space, 72 Harbour Dr, St. John’s, NL A1C 1B1

Saturday, August 6 (11am – 7pm)

Sunday, August 7th (11am – 5pm) – Brunch (11am – 1pm) – mimosas at the bar

That’s where you’ll get to see the 30 pieces on silent auction as well as a second piece by each participating artist, most of which are for sale.

The SPACE by Wonderbolt Circus is located at 72 Harbour Drive in the same building as Eastern Edge Gallery. Please follow IceberGallery signage.

 30 pieces including “Welcome Home” by Dominique Hurley

August 1st – 8pm August 6th

Proceeds from the silent auction will go towards IceberGallery’s programming initiatives.

Update: Thank you for your bids. “Welcome Home” raised $594 for Iceberggallery.

August 6th from 8-11pm

Live music by Kelsey Arsenault.

Bar services available. Snacks provided.

IceberGallery is inviting the public to participate in our Feels Like Home Artist Gala. This is a reception to celebrate the artists within the IceberGallery Artist Network, the work presented within the Feels Like Home Gallery, and to announce the winners of the silent auction.

This is a Come Home Year 2022 sponsored event.