June 3, 2014. Rosemary told me that she was putting her paintings on show today at the Urban Pear in Ottawa. Having nothing better to do I drifted ove (...)

The Urban Pear is a modern dining experience specializing in locally sourced cuisine. They cater to urban professionals interested in casual fine dini (...)

There is ample parking right next to the restaurant so Rosemary & Francine did not have far to transport the large paintings. I offered to help carry (...)

Rosemary had prepared a layout plan based on the dimensions available. It was as precise as an architectural drawing. However, no layout plan survives (...)

Some of Rosemary's paintings are quite large. An extra pair of hands is required to hang these. Sometimes, the hanger cord would slip off the slider h (...)

Francine helping Rosemary level a painting. I stood back and helpfully said, "A little higher on the right." They would double check my level sighting (...)

Well-deserved awards hang proudly in the entrance to The Urban Pear. By the way, they are closed Mondays. Dinner Tuesday to Sunday night, open at 5: (...)

Urban Pear: Opening/Vernissage - June 12, 2014 Rosemary awaits patrons at the opening/vernissage of her new show at the Urban Pear.

Rosemary invites you come see her work at the Urban Pear. There will be an official opening soon. The details are still being worked out, to the benef (...)

The installation is almost finished. There were still a few hanger cords to tuck in behind the paintings. That would wait until these patrons had fini (...)

Desperation is the mother of invention. Rosemary couldn't reach the sliders to move them where they needed to be. This sweeper mop handle was pressed (...)

One of the two new paintings added to the show.

Of course, there is nothing stopping you from dropping in to The Urban Pear. Have a seat at the bar. Have a latté or a glass of wine while you peruse (...)

I really liked the juxtaposition of these two paintings in this cosy corner. The furious action of the cyclists versus the calm demeanor of the horses (...)

The other new painting and a plate of Yak sliders to delight the palate of guests.  

Francine Tardiff and Rosemary Kralik ponder the layout now that the paintings have been spread out. Things are looking good. The display wall has had (...)

The Yak sliders were cooked to perfection and were accompanied by a tangy sauce. Guests also received a complimentary cocktail.

Hannah and her Mom paid Rosemary a surprise visit. Hannah recently returned from Lebanon and plans to help Rosemary on the farm as well. It was a plea (...)

The clean, simple lines of the entrance are a welcome change.

Jeff is the Owner of The Urban Pear. I found him to be a genial fellow, always ready to answer questions or to lend a helping hand. He is very approac (...)