Sotheby’s First Pop-up Art Show in Nova Scotia

Written By Kari MacLeod

On June 12th Sotheby’s clients were invited experience the art of Joanne Logan, a British landscape painter, at Sotheby’s International Realty Canada’s first Art Pop-up event in Nova Scotia.

There could not have been a more welcoming venue to highlight Joanne's art than the "Loreley", Chester Builders newest ocean view home, located in the private and scenic Shag End Estates.

Joanne studied textiles at Manchester Metropolitan University, graduating with a BA (Honours) in textile design and went on to teach art in high school. For many years Joanne ran a successful market garden in the Welsh Hills, selling her custom floral creations.

This exhibit showcased Joanne’s love for her garden and the ocean; both strongly influence her paintings. At her home in St. Margaret’s Bay, the sky meets the ocean with no beginning or end and is framed by her garden where, each spring she welcomes her flowers as they emerge from their long winter's slumber.

Joanne's paintings are a personal journey through the brilliant colours and sights of Nova Scotia’s summer, reknowned for warm waters, endless sun, and harmonious harvests of flowers and food.

Joanne, Katie Wilson-Day and Kari MacLeod, transformed 667 Shad Point Parkway into an art gallery for the evening and guests were delighted with Joanne’s art. There could not have been a better venue to host this event than in this light filled, ocean view home which captures the most stunning sunsets.

Stay tuned for details for Joanne’s next art show in the autumn. We look forward to welcoming you.

Kari MacLeod

Kari brings a considered, global perspective to real estate, shaped by experience, design sensibility, and a deep respect for exceptional property. Known for her calm professionalism and meticulous approach, she represents homes with the same care and discernment she brings to advising her clients; thoughtfully, strategically, and always with long-term value in mind.

Having navigated twelve relocations across four countries, Kari has a firsthand understanding of the emotional and logistical complexities of buying and selling property. This lived experience allows her to anticipate challenges before they arise and to guide clients through each stage of the process with clarity, confidence, and discretion.

With a keen eye for Nova Scotia’s most distinctive homes, Kari specializes in properties of architectural, historical, and lifestyle significance, while delivering the same high level of attention

and expertise to every client she represents. Her career includes multiple record-breaking sales, reflecting both strategic acumen and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Kari’s background in corporate communications, combined with formal training in fashion design, informs her ability to balance structure with creativity, resulting in refined presentation, strong negotiation skills, and a highly effective problem-solving mindset.

Now based in Newport Landing, Kari led the thoughtful renovation of a historic 1700s riverside home on the Avon River, acting as design lead and coordinating all trades. This hands-on experience has further strengthened her authority in evaluating homes, advising on renovation potential, and guiding clients through the opportunities and complexities of restoration and building.

http://www.karimacleod.com
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