In this exhibition, Calzetta, whose primary medium is drawing, has branched out into brightly coloured paintings and fanciful multimedia sculptures. Humour is evident but not explicit in his compositions.? Despite their playful elements, the works do not lack substance; "they are light-hearted but not lightweight," remarked curator Kate Regan.? His mysterious forms, at once hilarious and disturbing, are coupled with sarcastic and enigmatic titles; the effect is that of the bizarre. Calzetta's art springs from automatic drawings, which he then pares down to his signature abstract forms.? Through such creative exercises, Calzetta seeks to release his own enthusiasm into his art,? "to be true to his real self in his art, and to give his inner creativity completely free rein" (Liz Wylie).Quoted from War Stories for Children and Art Stories for Adults. Thames Art Gallery, Chatham, ON. 2001

Title: War Stories for Children and Art Stories for Adults
Artists: Tony Calzetta
Date: 8-Jan to 29 February?
Curator: Carl Lavoy?
Origin: Thames Art Gallery, Chatham Ontario
Statement of Intent: An exhibition of 10 large acrylic on canvas paintings and 3 metal sculptures, toured by the Thames Art Gallery.

Publication/ educational info: a tour catalogue accompanies the exhibition.