Fifteen Years – 2008 to 2023 Volume 4, Issue 6 SPECIAL FEATURE
MENDELSON Joe A True Canadian Icon
Everyone Needs a Pimp
Art is a universal language that transcends all boundaries and communicates when words cannot. Eclipse Art Gallery will be showcasing the work of
MENDELSON Joe with a special exhibit taking place at the gallery from October 25 to 30, 2023. MENDELSON Joe was a Canadian artist, musician,
songwriter, and performing artist who passed away in February 2022 after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was known for his unique and colourful style of art
which consisted mostly of landscapes and portraits of famous Canadians. Joe often used his art to express political views and create thoughtful dialogue. “He was iconic and a little bit controversial,” Kriekaard,
the owner of Eclipse Gallery says. “Some people couldn’t stand him and some people loved him. He had an edgy side…”