Abstract art in Canada

May 23, 2026 to October 11, 2026

Explore abstract paintings by Canada’s most famous artists from PAMA’s art collection. After World War II, abstract art became popular in Canada as artists broke from traditional art forms and embraced modernist experimentation. This era saw the rise of influential groups who transformed the national art scene with bold, expressive styles.

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Abstract painting with dabs of colour. Main colours are yellow, green, red and orange.

Alexandra Luke, Canadian (1901-1967)

Zanthic, 1951

oil on panel

15.4 x 23.1 cm

Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives

Gift of Joan Murray, 1990