The Shayne Gallery represents both Canadian and international artists from around the world. Although primarily a fine art gallery, When you enter this unique space you will be captivated by the wonderful array of paintings and sculptures set among a wide variety of blown glass, ceramics, papier maché products and exquisite artistic costume jewelry.


The Gallery started in 1972 in the Shayne’s Grosvenor Avenue home to support the paintings and masks executed by Jovette Marchessault, whose creative skills have blossomed into an international renown as a playwright and author. The success of the initial venture led to a growing reputation as an artist’s representative, and in 1975 the Gallery moved into its present location. Upon completion of her fine art studies in 1980, Lauren joined the Gallery and shares its co-directorship with her mother.