The Seed Paintings by Jim Macgregor opens at Bay 1 Gallery on May 22. In this body of work, Macgregor reaches a pivotal point in his practice, shaped by decades of looking inward and learning to trust his process. Moving away from control, his paintings are less constructed and more allowed—closing the gap between thought and hand. The “seeds” emerge from this place: forms shaped by life's influence, carried and transformed over time, now recognized and translated into a visual language—at times even legible. What began as intuitive mark-making has evolved, letting the seeds speak for themselves.

An accomplished Canadian artist, Macgregor’s asemic (mark-making) abstracts employs colour, texture, and restraint to create contemplative spaces that invite reflection and discovery. As a prolific writer, he also engages language as part of the work—offering layers of meaning from the "seeds" and stories of his own life. 

The openings are Friday, May 22, 7–9 pm, with the artist present, live music by Kim Gates, Bay 1 bar, and treats; and a quieter reception Saturday, May 23, 2–4 pm. 

Look forward to seeing you here!  

SHOW RUNS - May 22 - June 7, 2026
Regular gallery hours throughout the week:
M - Th: 10am - 4pm
F: 9am - 12pm
S/S & Evenings: Call us for an appt.