Since the mid 1990’s, John Hartman has investigated the rhythm of the landscape in Newfoundland through his remarkable painting and printmaking. His images have been collected from travels through outport communities and from captivating promontory viewpoints around St. John’s, such as the Battery, Signal Hill and the Southside Hills. One of Canada’s most recognized painters, his major exhibitions include CITIES (2007-2010), which was exhibited at The Rooms, and Many Lives Mark This Place, which was shown at Grenfell Art Gallery. Both of these exhibitions toured across the country.
In 2020, John Hartman received the Order of Canada for his contribution to Canadian art and culture. The investiture ceremony took place at Rideau Hall on February 22, 2024.
“Through extensive research and travels, this visual storyteller masterfully intertwines places, people and narrative, encapsulating a unique glimpse of the Canadian experience in each tableau.” — Press release from the office of Her Excellency, Governor General Mary Simon.
Cupids, Conception Bay
St. John's Harbour from Above the Dry-docks
Bay de Verde
Port de Grave
Hawke Hills
Bay de Verde
Grates Cove
Port de Grave, from Above, Looking South
Upper Island Cove
English Harbour and Trinity Bight
Bauline
St. John's Harbour
Baine Harbour
Burin from Colin's Cove Road
Portugal Cove
St. John's Harbour #1
Blow Me Down Head
Keels
Fox Head
English Harbour West
St. John's Harbour
Apotheosis of Gilbert D. second state
Apotheosis of Gilbert D